Updating home counts…

Care homes in Irvine

About these results

Licensed homes appear A–Z within the visible map area. Counts describe records, not openings. Care and costs still need confirmation with each home.

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    Irvine, CA

    Atria Golden Creek

    Large communityLicensed for 155 residents

    Starting rate$4,995a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
    Daily lifePrivate roomsGardenVolunteer programReported by the home · sources

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    Irvine, CA

    Blue Jasmine Villa

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,300a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,350–$6,550

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Brookdale Irvine

    Large communityLicensed for 155 residents

    Starting rate$3,275a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
    Daily lifeGardenVolunteer programMusic programsReported by the home · sources
    • Gardenseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Volunteer programseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Music programsseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Scheduled daily activitiesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Movie nightsseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Outdoor programsseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Resident band or musiciansseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Bridge clubseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Book clubseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Choir / singing clubseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Bible study groupseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Current events clubseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Quilting or sewing clubseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Happy hourseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Cooking classesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Live dance or theater performancesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Holiday partiesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Dancesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Art classesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Has karaokeseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Trivia gamesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Live well programsseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Has birthday partiesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Wine tastingseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Walking clubseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Has garden clubseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Englishseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Filipinoaplaceformom.comObserved 2026-09-09
    • Chineseaplaceformom.comObserved 2026-09-09
    • Mandarinaplaceformom.comObserved 2026-09-09
    • Spanishaplaceformom.comObserved 2026-09-09
    • Farsiaplaceformom.comObserved 2026-09-09
    • Resident pets allowedseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Vegetarian optionsseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09

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    Irvine, CA

    The Hills of Sierra Chula

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$6,600a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $5,400–$8,150

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    The Hills of Sierra Majorca

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,650a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,650–$6,950

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes within 8 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Irvine Care Home

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$6,150a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $5,050–$7,600

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Irvine Cottage #1

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,300a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,350–$6,550

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 8 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Irvine Cottage #2

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,350a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,400–$6,600

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 8 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Irvine Cottage #3

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,500a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,500–$6,750

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Irvine Cottage #4

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,500a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,500–$6,750

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Irvine Cottage #5

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,550a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,550–$6,800

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Irvine Cottage #7

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,700a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,700–$7,050

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Luxxylive

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Starting rate$10,000a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Northwood Care Home

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,300a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,350–$6,550

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 8 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Prestige Living

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$6,300a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $5,150–$7,750

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 8 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Primacare Home at Roxbury

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Starting rate$5,595a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living studio, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Regents Point

    Large communityLicensed for 399 residents

    Estimated starting rate$4,550a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $3,550–$5,800

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 23 communities with 50 or more beds within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
    Daily lifeGolfReported by the home · sources

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    Irvine, CA

    Sweetwater Senior Care II

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Starting rate$6,500a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Whispering Oaks - Waverly

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Starting rate$5,500a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    Irvine, CA

    Woodbridge Terrace

    Large communityLicensed for 180 residents

    Starting rate$4,830a month to startListed by the home on A Place for Mom · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on A Place for Mom, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
    Daily lifeGardenVolunteer programMusic programsReported by the home · sources
    • Gardenseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Volunteer programseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Music programsseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Scheduled daily activitiesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Movie nightsseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Outdoor programsseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Bridge clubseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Book clubseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Bible study groupseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Current events clubseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Happy hourseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Live dance or theater performancesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Holiday partiesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Art classesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Has karaokeseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Trivia gamesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Live well programsseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Water aerobicsseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Has birthday partiesseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Wine tastingseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Walking clubseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Woodworking shopseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Has wii bowlingseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Has garden clubseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Englishseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Spanishseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Koreanseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Farsiseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Filipinoseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Resident pets allowedseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09
    • Vegetarian optionsseniorly.comDated 2026-08-24 · Observed 2026-09-09

    Website details can change. Confirm the preferences that matter before choosing.

A guide to care in Irvine.

Licensed care homes
20
Homes with 6 or fewer beds
16
ALW program listings
7

CDSS licensing records, refreshed September 13, 2026; DHCS program list, checked September 13, 2026. Counts do not describe current openings.

Read the local overview

Irvine has 20 state-licensed residential care homes for the elderly on the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) licensing record, last refreshed September 13, 2026: 16 small board-and-care homes (licensed for 6 or fewer residents), 0 mid-size homes (7–15), and 4 larger assisted-living communities (16 or more). 7 participate in Medi-Cal's Assisted Living Waiver (DHCS participant list, checked September 13, 2026). For county-level context, assisted living in Orange County typically runs $5,000–$7,500/mo and small board-and-care homes $4,000–$6,500/mo (market research compiled June 2026 — ranges, not quotes); California's 2026 SSI/SSP payment standard is $1,626.07/month, of which $1,444.07 is the room-and-board portion paid to the home.

All 20 licensed care homes in Irvine

Source: California Department of Social Services licensing record, refreshed September 13, 2026. Listed alphabetically — homes are never ranked and never pay to appear.

  • Atria Golden Creek

    Large community · licensed for 155 · 33 Creek Rd · License #306000752

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Blue Jasmine Villa

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 18 Sequoia Tree Lane · License #306004805

    LicensedDementiaWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedriddenMedi-Cal ALW
  • Brookdale Irvine

    Large community · licensed for 155 · 10 Marquette · License #306002954

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • The Hills of Sierra Chula

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 19462 Sierra Chula · License #306006566

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • The Hills of Sierra Majorca

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 19105 Sierra Majorca · License #306006565

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Irvine Care Home

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 41 Bethany · License #306004376

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Irvine Cottage #1

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1 Longstreet · License #306006260

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryMedi-Cal ALW
  • Irvine Cottage #2

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 16 Porter · License #306006259

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryMedi-Cal ALW
  • Irvine Cottage #3

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 17 Yorktown · License #306006258

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryMedi-Cal ALW
  • Irvine Cottage #4

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 7 Princeton · License #306006264

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryMedi-Cal ALW
  • Irvine Cottage #5

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 2 Brandywine · License #306006261

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryMedi-Cal ALW
  • Irvine Cottage #7

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 40 Cypress Tree Lane · License #306006270

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryMedi-Cal ALW
  • Luxxylive

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 5111 Harcum Ln · License #306006751

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Northwood Care Home

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 7 Bragg · License #306004514

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Prestige Living

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 14952 Burnham Circle · License #306006672

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Primacare Home at Roxbury

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 4662 Roxbury Dr · License #306005592

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • Regents Point

    Large community · licensed for 399 · 19191 Harvard Avenue · License #300603257

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Sweetwater Senior Care II

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 4531 Ranchgrove Dr. · License #306006556

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • Whispering Oaks - Waverly

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 14782 Waverly Lane · License #306003850

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Woodbridge Terrace

    Large community · licensed for 180 · 1 Witherspoon · License #306005960

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory

Which care homes are licensed in Irvine?

As of September 13, 2026, the California Department of Social Services licensing record lists 20 residential care facilities for the elderly with an active license in Irvine (Orange County). Each appears in the full alphabetical list above with its licensed capacity, license status, state-recorded care clearances, and a link to its complete state record on this site.

Is “board and care” different from “assisted living” in Irvine?

The label follows licensed capacity, not a different license. Of Irvine's 20 licensed homes, 16 are small board-and-care homes licensed for 6 or fewer residents, 0 are mid-size homes licensed for 7–15, and 4 are larger assisted-living communities licensed for 16 or more (CDSS license-capacity records, refreshed September 13, 2026). All hold the same state RCFE license.

Does Medi-Cal help pay for assisted living in Irvine?

Yes — at participating homes, through Medi-Cal's Assisted Living Waiver (ALW), which pays for care services, not room and board. 7 of Irvine's 20 licensed homes appear on the DHCS ALW participant list, checked September 13, 2026; Orange County has 201 participating homes in all. Participating homes carry a “Medi-Cal ALW” marker in the list above.

Medi-Cal / ALW homes in IrvineMedi-Cal / ALW homes in Orange CountyAssisted living on Medi-Cal in California

What do state records show for care homes in Irvine?

Recency, not ratings: state inspectors filed 87 inspection and complaint-investigation documents dated in the past 12 months, covering 20 of Irvine's 20 licensed homes (CDSS facility records, retrieved September 13, 2026). We publish each home's documents on its own page — dated and verbatim, never scored or summarized. Open any home in the list above to read its record.