In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Santa Ana, CA
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Dementia Care in Santa Ana, CA: the local picture
Santa Ana has about 4,676 residents aged 85 or older among 35,609 aged 65 or older. The risk of Alzheimer’s rises steeply with age, and the Alzheimer’s Association estimates that about a third of people 85 and older have Alzheimer’s dementia.
31% of residents 65 and older report a disability (29% in Orange County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
13% of older Santa Ana residents in households live alone. For someone with memory loss who lives alone, a few hours of daily check-ins are often the first step.
Santa Ana compared with Orange County and California
| Census figure | Santa Ana | Orange County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 16% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 31% | 29% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 13% | 20% | 23% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 10% | 12% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 78% | 46% | 44% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $69,900 | $84,615 | — |
Older residents in towns around Santa Ana
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange, CA | 3.7 mi | 21,180 | 2,487 |
| Tustin, CA | 4.2 mi | 10,353 | 1,155 |
| Fountain Valley, CA | 4.3 mi | 11,640 | 1,680 |
| Costa Mesa, CA | 5.2 mi | 14,577 | 1,993 |
| Garden Grove, CA | 5.3 mi | 26,708 | 3,599 |
| North Tustin, CA | 5.4 mi | 5,775 | 867 |
Nursing homes near Santa Ana
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Coast Post Acute | Santa Ana, CA | 1.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 255 | (714) 546-6450 |
| Plaza Healthcare Center | Santa Ana, CA | 1.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 145 | (714) 546-1966 |
| South Coast Global Medical Center D/P SNF | Santa Ana, CA | 1.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 46 | (714) 754-5454 |
| French Park Care Center | Santa Ana, CA | 1.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 202 | (714) 973-1656 |
| Citrus Post-Acute | Santa Ana, CA | 2.1 mi | 2 of 5 | 144 | (714) 554-9700 |
| Advanced Rehab Center Of Tustin | Santa Ana, CA | 2.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 99 | (714) 547-7091 |
Hospices serving Santa Ana
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Coast Hospice Services, Inc. | Santa Ana, CA | 1.6 mi | (657) 247-0540 |
| Apex Hospice Care, Inc | Santa Ana, CA | 2.0 mi | (714) 925-5827 |
| Geiss Med Hospice LLC | Santa Ana, CA | 2.1 mi | (714) 491-7146 |
| Arias Health Care, Inc, | Santa Ana, CA | 2.1 mi | (714) 926-0718 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Santa Ana. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a dementia caregiver can help with
- Keeping a predictable daily routine
- Gentle help with bathing, dressing and toileting
- Meals, hydration and medication reminders
- Calming approaches for sundowning, agitation and repeated questions
What dementia care costs in Santa Ana
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $5,825 monthly median income of Santa Ana households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
What to know before hiring a dementia caregiver
An estimated 7.2 million Americans aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association 2025 Facts and Figures. Most live at home, cared for by family. The Association’s 24/7 Helpline (1-800-272-3900) is free.
Questions worth asking: Tell me about someone with dementia you cared for. What worked? What do you do when a client becomes agitated in the late afternoon? How do you keep someone safe who tries to leave the house? More in our dementia care guide.
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Dementia Care in Santa Ana: common questions
What nursing homes are near Santa Ana?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are South Coast Post Acute in Santa Ana (1.4 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Plaza Healthcare Center in Santa Ana (1.8 mi, 1 of 5 overall); South Coast Global Medical Center D/P SNF in Santa Ana (1.8 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Santa Ana?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $5,825 monthly median income of Santa Ana households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
When does someone with dementia need care at home?
Common signs are missed meals or medication, getting lost in familiar places, unsafe cooking or driving, and a family caregiver who is exhausted. Many families start with a few hours a day and add hours, nights or live-in help as the disease progresses.
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Other care in Santa Ana
Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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