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Harvest Retirement in Buena Park, CA

Harvest Retirement is an assisted living and memory care community in Buena Park, CA.

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Harvest Retirement in Buena Park, CA

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9011 South Knott Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620

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3.9 from 27 reviews
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Harvest Retirement Costs & Pricing

Harvest Retirement offers competitive pricing that stands out when compared to the broader market in both Orange County and California as a whole. For instance, residents opting for a semi-private room will find that Harvest Retirement's monthly cost of $2,000 significantly undercuts the average rates of $3,431 in Orange County and $3,333 across California. Similarly, for those seeking one-bedroom accommodations, the monthly fee remains at an attractive $2,000, while counterparts pay an average of $4,380 in Orange County and around $4,340 statewide. Even in the studio category, where Harvest Retirement charges $3,300 per month, it still presents a more affordable option compared to the averages of $4,313 and $4,145 in Orange County and California respectively. Overall, these pricing structures make Harvest Retirement a compelling choice for individuals seeking quality accommodation without straining their finances.

Floor plansHarvest RetirementOrange CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$2,000$3,431$3,333
1 Bedroom$2,000$4,380$4,340
Studio$3,300$4,313$4,145

Overall Review of Harvest Retirement

differentiator 7 reviews mention this

Memory care feels closely watched

Memory care residents are described as being kept in view with added safety details.

Several reviews describe memory care experiences where staff are positioned close by and residents feel supervised. Families also mention security-related concerns like wandering, and one visitor notes cameras on the premises. Residents in memory care are described as being happy and engaged in the day-to-day routine, with staff staying alert to what they need.

common 8 reviews mention this

Cleanliness stands out repeatedly

Residents and visitors consistently describe the community as clean and well kept.

Multiple reviews focus on cleanliness, including clean common spaces and rooms where residents are described as well groomed and dressed. Visitors also say the facility is tidy and free of infestation concerns. Even when one tour mentions the building looking older or the area feeling rundown, reviewers still return to upkeep and cleanliness once they are inside.

common 12 reviews mention this

Staff are attentive and responsive

Staff members are repeatedly described as accommodating, friendly, and responsive to questions.

Across reviews, families describe staff as professional and attentive—checking on residents, assisting with needs, and responding quickly when something comes up. Several reviewers mention friendly interactions during the tour or after move-in, and one notes help with getting started and ongoing support for questions. A few reviews are more negative about staff behavior, but the more common experience is that residents are well cared for and staff are approachable.

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Meals and snacks earn praise

Residents are described as enjoying the food and meal routine.

Some families specifically call out the food as a highlight, including residents who are happy with meals and the company during dining. Another review mentions good meals plus an evening snack before bedtime. One reviewer also describes variety and weekly specials after visiting and choosing the community.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Staffing and conduct concerns appear

A small number of reviews raise concerns about staffing levels and professional conduct.

One review says staff were rude toward a vendor or provider and felt unprofessional. Another tour review mentions the community being short-staffed, describing it as a red flag for care expectations. Because these comments come up alongside several positive experiences, it may be worth asking detailed questions about coverage during visits and routines.

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Rooms can feel dated

Some tours describe rooms or the building as outdated.

A tour review says the rooms they saw felt outdated and not what they were looking for. Another review mentions the facility looking shabby from the outside and being in a rundown area, while also noting new owners working on improvements. A separate review adds that the building is old but emphasizes cleanliness, so the concern seems to be about appearance more than upkeep.

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Features

Housing

  • 106 resident community capacity 106 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (8 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (8 miles away)
  • John Wayne Orange Co (14 miles away) John Wayne Orange Co (14 miles away)
  • Los Angeles International (24 miles away) Los Angeles International (24 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Buena Park, California offers a convenient and bustling community with a variety of amenities within close proximity. You will find several pharmacies including Walgreens, CVS Pharmacy, and Walmart Pharmacy for easy access to medical needs. There are numerous dining options such as Chick-Fil-A, Porto's Bakery & Cafe, and In-N-Out Burger for enjoyable meals out. Nearby parks like Central Park and Cerritos Regional County Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. For healthcare services, reputable institutions like St Jude Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente are within a reasonable distance. Additionally, there are places of worship such as Cottonwood Church and Saint Hedwig Catholic Church to support spiritual well-being in the area. Overall, this part of Buena Park offers a diverse range of amenities and services that cater to a comfortable senior living experience.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A (1.6 miles)
  • Porto's Bakery & Cafe (1.7 miles)
  • Portillo's Hot Dogs (1.8 miles)
  • El Torito (2.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.7 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (3.1 miles)
  • Lee's Sandwiches (3.7 miles)

Parks

  • Central Park / La Palma Recreation & Community Services (1.9 miles)
  • Shadow Park Hoa (3 miles)
  • Cerritos Regional County Park (3.1 miles)
  • Faylane Park (4.2 miles)
  • Willow Park (4.3 miles)
  • Rossmoor Park (4.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Dostzada, Ghulam Dr - Los Alamitos Cardiovascular (2.6 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente, Euclid & Romneya (4.2 miles)
  • St Jude Medical Center (6.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Cottonwood Church (2.9 miles)
  • Saint Hedwig Catholic Church (4.2 miles)
  • Chinese Baptist Church (5.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.9 miles)
  • Bopomofo Cafe (4.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • New Orleans Square (5.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)
  • Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe (5.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Metro La Mirada & Alondra Bus Stop (4 miles)
  • Disneyland Monorail - Downtown Disney District Station (5.2 miles)
  • DLRR New Orleans Station (5.3 miles)
  • Drr Toontown Station (5.4 miles)
  • Disneyland Monorail (5.6 miles)
  • Drr Tomorrowland Station (5.7 miles)
  • Hertz Rent A Car (6.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Anaheim Regional Medical Center (4.6 miles)
  • Kindred Hospital Westminster (4.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Harkins Theatres Cerritos 16 (5.2 miles)
  • AMC DINE-IN Fullerton 2 (5.6 miles)
  • AMC Norwalk 2 (6.6 miles)
  • Century Huntington Beach And Xd (6.9 miles)

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