Nora's Residence Of Placentia is an assisted living community in Placentia, CA.
Information last verified:
1217 Warren Street, Placentia, CA 92870
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4.2 from 29 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Nora's Residence Of Placentia
differentiator4 reviews mention this
Memory care feels well supported
Memory care support is a recurring focus in residents’ families’ experiences.
Families describe a dedicated memory care setup and emphasize practical help during the admission process. One review highlights administrative expertise and caregiver professionalism when learning about dementia, and another thanks staff for problem-solving and creating trust for ongoing care. Residents’ families also point to hands-on support for the room and placement details once moving in.
common18 reviews mention this
Staff caring and attentive
Families and visitors consistently describe staff as caring and responsive.
Across many reviews, people mention friendly, kind staff who treat residents with respect and make them feel welcome. Several reviews also stress clear, helpful communication and ongoing support for families learning new care routines. Even the positive reviews about the facility’s day-to-day atmosphere commonly tie that comfort back to the people working there.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is a mixed picture
Cleanliness and upkeep earn both praise and strong complaints.
Some reviewers say the property is clean, well-maintained, and newly renovated, and they describe a pleasant environment when visiting. Others report the opposite, including complaints about the place being dirty and smelly and about food quality changing for the worse. Because these concerns show up alongside positive upkeep notes, cleanliness seems to vary depending on timing and experience.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Care quality concerns show up
A few reviews describe serious breakdowns in care.
One reviewer says an emergency response system did not work as expected and that staff did not respond after pressing the button. Another review gives the community the lowest rating for very poor quality of care. A separate complaint also ties concerns to basic day-to-day conditions and food quality, suggesting that not every resident experience matches the positive accounts.
common5 reviews mention this
Tours and transition help matter
Tour experience and transition guidance are frequently praised by families.
Multiple reviews highlight specific staff members who led tours and helped families understand options without pressure. Some describe being supported through complex transitions, including finding respite care and coordinating the next steps for a loved one. These experiences focus on the process of choosing and moving in, rather than daily life on the floor.
common3 reviews mention this
Communication is repeatedly mentioned
Clear communication is a frequent point of praise for families.
Several reviews praise communication as efficient, clear, and supportive, especially during decision-making or while working through COVID-related limits. One review also describes needing follow-up calls for the same request after a move-in, but still notes that communication started strong. Overall, the theme of keeping families informed comes up often, even when service execution isn’t consistently perfect.
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Features
Housing
6 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Respite Care
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
John Wayne Orange Co (14 miles away)
Long Beach (Daugherty) (18 miles away)
Ontario International (18 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
Walgreens (1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
Walgreens (3.5 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (1.7 miles)
Mother's Kitchen (2.7 miles)
Anaheim Packing District (5.2 miles)
Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe (6.5 miles)
New Orleans Square (6.6 miles)
Hollywood Land (6.7 miles)
La Brea Bakery Express (6.7 miles)
Theaters
Regal Yorba Linda & Imax (2.1 miles)
AMC DINE-IN Fullerton 2 (4.5 miles)
Century Theatres (5.4 miles)
AMC Movie Theater (7.5 miles)
Physicians
Kaiser Permanente Medical Building 1 (2.2 miles)
St Jude's Heritage Medical Center (4.6 miles)
St Jude Medical Center (4.6 miles)
Kaiser Permanente, Euclid & Romneya (5.9 miles)
The 200 Building (7.2 miles)
Kaiser Permanente Diamond Bar Medical Offices (7.8 miles)
Restaurants
Green Burrito (2.4 miles)
Bottle Logic Brewing (2.5 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (2.6 miles)
Summit House Restaurant (2.8 miles)
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar (2.9 miles)
The Hat (3 miles)
In-N-Out Burger (3.7 miles)
Parks
Craig Regional Park (2.9 miles)
Steve Ambriz Memorial Park (3.3 miles)
Yorba Regional Park (4.4 miles)
Ronald Reagan Park (5.9 miles)
Sycamore Park (6.2 miles)
Willow Park (6.7 miles)
La Bonita Park (7.5 miles)
Places of Worship
Chinese Baptist Church (5 miles)
Hospitals
Anaheim Regional Medical Center (5.6 miles)
Choc (7.3 miles)
Transportation
Artic (5.9 miles)
Drr Toontown Station (6.3 miles)
Drr Tomorrowland Station (6.3 miles)
Disneyland Monorail (6.4 miles)
Hertz Rent A Car (6.6 miles)
DLRR New Orleans Station (6.6 miles)
Disneyland Monorail - Downtown Disney District Station (6.8 miles)
Assisted living facilities provide support for older adults needing help with daily activities without extensive medical care, but their costs can be high and vary by location and services offered. Families often seek various funding options and financial strategies to manage these expenses effectively while considering future needs and potential price increases.
The article discusses assisted living expenses, the importance of long-term care insurance in covering these costs, and various financing options, highlighting the need for careful policy review and early planning to address potential needs. It also clarifies common misconceptions about Medicare and private health insurance limitations regarding long-term care coverage.
Assisted living facilities offer crucial support for older adults needing help with daily activities but come with varying and significant costs, which can be financed through personal savings, government assistance programs, long-term care insurance, and home equity options. Professional guidance from experts can aid families in navigating these financial complexities to establish a sustainable budgeting approach for assisted living services.
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6 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Respite Care
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
John Wayne Orange Co (14 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Competitive pricing for semi-private and private rooms compared to county/state averages.
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