The Covington - Aliso Viejo, CA

The Covington is a nonprofit Life Plan community for adults 62 and older, with independent living, assisted living and memory care on a 12-acre Aliso Viejo campus. Its defining feature is the combination of private apartments and cottages with a resident-oriented Creative Living program that includes classes, arts, discussions, outings and cultural activities. For prospective residents, the model matters because housing, dining, recreation and access to additional care are organized within one community rather than through separate housing and care providers.

Homes at The Covington

Independent-living residences include one- and two-bedroom apartments plus cottages. Official floor plans range from the 833-square-foot Dover apartment to the 2,191-square-foot Carleton cottage; cottages have separate entrances and private garages, while residences include patios or balconies. The latest audited statements report entrance fees of $346,000–$1,859,000, depending on residence and contract option. The current website advertises a starting monthly price of $6,545 with an entrance-fee contract.

Amenities at The Covington

The campus combines recreation, dining and learning facilities with services supporting independent living. Amenities include an indoor pool and Jacuzzi, fitness center, art studio, Schumacher Concert Hall, community garden, koi pond and walking path, library, game room and three restaurant-style dining options. The Creative Living program adds classes, arts activities, discussions, outings and lifelong-learning opportunities. A gated entrance, weekly housekeeping, maintenance services, on-campus health and wellness support and 24-hour emergency response are also part of the community's offering.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Covington's South Orange County setting provides access to Laguna Beach and Newport Beach, with shops, cafes, restaurants, cultural venues and beaches in the surrounding area. Nearby attractions identified by the community include Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Soka Performing Arts Center, Laguna Art Museum and Aliso and Wood Canyons Regional Park, which has 30 miles of walking and mountain-biking trails. The community provides complimentary transportation within a 30-mile round trip and reports a 15-minute drive to John Wayne Airport.