Golden Coast Senior Living #1 is a residential care facility for the elderly situated in Mission Viejo, California. Operating as a board and care home, the facility specializes in providing assisted living services in a small, home-like environment with capacity for up to six residents. The care model allows for personalized attention, offering support for seniors who need assistance with daily activities and those living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.

The facility provides a range of care and medical support services. Residents have access to full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Incontinence care and ambulatory care are available to support residents with varying mobility and hygiene needs. Medication management is included, with staff administering prescriptions as directed and monitoring health status. Optometry and podiatry services are provided, and visits from specialized healthcare professionals can be arranged as needed. The facility accommodates residents requiring diabetes care as well as those with psychiatric issues, and also works collaboratively with hospice services when appropriate.

Golden Coast Senior Living #1 includes amenities such as a barber and beauty salon, outdoor walking paths, and opportunities to participate in clubs and community activities. The facility’s environment is structured to be supportive for memory care residents, emphasizing safety and supervision. Living spaces and common areas are designed to foster engagement and comfort, contributing to overall well-being.

For transportation needs, the facility offers transportation at cost for both medical and non-medical purposes. This service enables residents to attend medical appointments, therapy sessions, and social or recreational outings, facilitating access to essential care and community engagement beyond the facility.

Feedback from residents and families describes a range of experiences with the care and staff at Golden Coast Senior Living #1. Positive comments frequently highlighted the administration and caregivers for their friendliness, professionalism, and compassion, especially in collaboration with hospice. The residence is consistently described as clean and well-maintained. However, some concerns have been raised regarding understaffing, communication lapses—particularly during weekends or after changes in ownership—and, in a few instances, issues related to care quality, hygiene, and pricing transparency. Food quality opinions were mixed but less frequently mentioned. Overall, the experience of care at this facility varies by individual and circumstances, with notable appreciation for attentive staff and consistent cleanliness, but also reports of occasional lapses in communication and resident oversight.

Costs at this community start at $1,750 and range up to $9,050. The average price in the community is $5,400, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,227. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.