Laguna Niguel Assisted Living

Laguna Niguel, in the San Joaquin Hills, was named for the Native American village that once graced the area. This small city of well under 100,000 residents is located almost exactly at the halfway point between two major California hubs: Los Angeles and San Diego.

Laguna Niguel’s proximity to the coast results in an ideal climate for year-round enjoyment of the city’s beautiful parks and nearby attractions.

Laguna Niguel is most famous for their unofficial hosting of the annual “Mooning of the Amtrak” party. This safe and well-managed event has been a tradition for over 30 years. Laguna Niguel assisted living residents with a rebellious streak are welcome to join in the fun. The designated celebration site is even wheelchair accessible!

Laguna Niguel Recreation

Over one-third of Laguna Niguel is designated as open space, which allows for plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and sunshine of Southern California. A popular destination is the 80-acre Laguna Niguel Regional Park with its well-stocked fishing lake.

The city’s central location makes it easy for Laguna Niguel senior living residents to visit several major shopping complexes in the area, such as Laguna Hills Mall or The Shops at Mission Viejo. Fresh produce is available locally every Sunday morning at the Plaza de la Paz shopping center’s Farmers’ Market.

Laguna Niguel Activities

With its plethora of parks and outdoor activities, Laguna Niguel is all about nature. Crown Valley Community Park is the center of many activities, including an 18-acre botanical preserve and an outdoor amphitheater, which hosts a summer concert series and numerous other events. The city is also home to the Orange County Natural History Museum.

Laguna Niguel assisted living residents will enjoy free membership at the Sea Country Senior & Community Center. This facility offers a billiards/exercise room, a library and a computer learning center, as well as numerous classes and a ballroom for dancing. The Laguna Niguel Senior Citizens’ Club meets at Sea Country.

Laguna Niguel Medical Facilities

Mission Hospital has locations in both Laguna Beach and Mission Hills to provide Laguna Niguel senior living residents with the most advanced diagnostic care available. Saddleback Memorial Medical Center, in Laguna Hills, has been recognized for its excellence in healthcare.

Four miles outside the city, HealthSouth Tustin Rehabilitation Hospital offers inpatient and outpatient services for clients recovering from an acute illness.

Laguna Niguel Transportation

Laguna Niguel is serviced by the bus and train systems of the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA). This company offers a special outreach program for seniors, to help them learn the ins and outs of bus travel.

The ACCESS service is OCTA’s shared-ride paratransit program for people who are unable to use the regular fixed bus routes. Laguna Niguel assisted living residents who are not eligible for ACCESS are invited to join a program which provides transportation to medical appointments for a low fee.

Laguna Niguel is a small, vibrant community with a lot to offer your senior loved one. Visit our Laguna Niguel Assisted Living page for further information about senior housing in this city.

Written by senior housing staff writer.