Meridian at Laguna Hills

Golden Coast Senior Living - De Salle is a residential care facility located in Laguna Hills, California, dedicated to providing high-quality assisted living services in a warm, home-like environment. As part of a locally owned and operated family of care homes, De Salle offers a blend of personalized attention and professional support tailored to meet the individual needs of each resident. The home focuses on creating a compassionate and nurturing atmosphere, enabling seniors to enjoy their days with dignity, comfort, and security.

The De Salle location accommodates up to six residents, ensuring a close-knit, community-like setting where personalized care is a priority. Residents benefit from private or shared options such as one-bedroom apartments and studio rooms, with thoughtfully designed living spaces that encourage both independence and a sense of belonging. Starting pricing options are available for those interested in studio and one-bedroom accommodations, with amenities designed to support daily living while fostering social engagement and well-being.

A unique aspect of Golden Coast Senior Living - De Salle is its access to a comprehensive range of healthcare services. Physicians and specialists routinely visit the residence, providing medical attention in the comfort and familiarity of the home. Regular podiatrist visits, as well as ophthalmic and dental services, are coordinated to address the ongoing health needs of residents, all provided onsite for added convenience. For residents requiring additional support, services such as x-rays and blood work can also be arranged at the facility, generally overseen by carefully selected outside providers that work in cooperation with an individual’s health insurance plan.

Golden Coast Senior Living - De Salle’s care extends beyond medical oversight, offering physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and skilled nursing visits as needed, in consultation with each resident’s doctor. These therapeutic services are tailored to promote residents’ mobility, communication, and overall quality of life, supporting recovery and independence whenever possible. Residents at De Salle may also benefit from specialized memory care and hospice programs, designed to provide compassionate support through all stages of aging.

Each Golden Coast Senior Living residence, including De Salle, is situated near local hospitals, medical centers, shopping, and senior community centers, making it easy for residents to remain connected with essential services and activities outside the home. Pet-friendly accommodations further enhance the welcoming environment, allowing residents to retain the companionship and comfort of beloved animals. Golden Coast Senior Living - De Salle stands as a thoughtfully managed care home, offering a holistic approach to senior living that balances professional expertise with the nurturing values of a true family residence.

Meridian at Laguna Hills is managed by Pacifica Senior Living.

Pacifica Senior Living, a division of Pacifica Companies (family-owned since 1978), was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Operating over 90 communities across 13-14 states with concentrations in California, Florida, and Arizona, Pacifica has grown to become the 13th largest overall senior care provider in the United States. The company ranks as the 5th largest memory care provider, 10th largest assisted living provider, and 21st largest independent living provider nationally, serving thousands of residents from coast to coast through their comprehensive care offerings.

Pacifica's mission centers on creating a lifestyle of independence, security, and peace of mind for each individual and their family. The company provides personalized, compassionate care services through their signature Heartland™ Assisted Living and Legacies™ Memory Care programs, which focus on the individual while offering customized care plans that respect each resident's needs, preferences, and privacy. Their philosophy emphasizes striking a balance between assistance and independence, providing dignified and compassionate retirement experiences in environments that feel like home. Each community is managed individually, allowing for tailored support of unique resident profiles and communal character, with everything from scheduling to dining menus designed around residents' preferences.

The company's specialized memory care programs demonstrate their expertise in dementia care. Their Legacies™ Memory Care program helps patients with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of memory loss feel safe and secure while providing memory-boosting activities. The innovative Amara Memory Support program creates welcoming and empowering environments that celebrate the essence of people rather than focusing on their diagnosis. Programming encompasses nine Focus Elements of Life: Recreation, Service, Spirituality, Movement, Sensory, Household Connection, Community, Exploration, and Creative Arts, delivered through stimulating activities including gardening, culinary adventures, musical experiences, creative artistic outlets, and mindfulness practices.

Pacifica offers a comprehensive continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, skilled nursing, and adult day care services. All communities focus on promoting well-being by meeting care needs while facilitating social interactions, activities, and wellness programs. Despite recent financial challenges leading to the bankruptcy of one management entity affecting approximately 20 California facilities, the majority of Pacifica's nearly 100 communities continue operating, maintaining their commitment to advancing senior living and providing peace of mind to residents and families through warm, family-like communities where each resident receives individualized attention while maintaining dignity and independence.