It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Newport Beach gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Newport Beach, CA is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
“I was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer , Deb Botelho was an amazing caretaker”
“I had a very good experience with Phong and her workers. Mostly all of them were”
“The team at ABC Senior services has been a godsend for me and my family.”
“We have used Phuong and her caregivers for over a year. She and her team”
“ABC came in and really helped stabilize my mom’s living situation as her dementia worsened.”
“I had a great experience with Always Best Care. My husband needed 8 hours 7”
“Thank you for being there, and working around my hectic schedule…you made my time and”
“After being in the assisted-living for nearly 3 weeks due to it, horrible accident, I”
“An amazing company doing amazing things through home care. Phuong does an awesome job managing”
“Writing a review for service received is never an easy task especially where it involves”
“I appreciated the friendly & professional care Karla provided for me after my extended hospital”
“Oh my gosh, the VA came to my rescue in providing my husband with a”
“Caregivers went beyond our expectations of what they can do to help us. The management”
“Caregivers went beyond our expectations of what they can do to help us. The management”
“Always Best Care provided reliable quality care to my family member in my home. They”
“After months of struggling with trying to find a reliable caregiver for a disabled loved”
“The first month of assistance with Best care was a little rough for my 89”
“The VA had brought in caregivers for my father from Always Best Care Newport Beach.”
“Always Best was always professional and went out of their way to make my dad”
“Had a good experience with this care provider, my father needed home care doing daily”
“My sister and I feel so fortunate to have found Phuong at ABC Care when”
“The caregivers were a Godsend for me. Allowed me to breath and get away. Caregivers”
“My uncle received care through Always Best Care and I always knew he was in”
“I was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer , Deb Botelho was an amazing caretaker . She has taken care of me for almost a year. She has helped me shower , dress me , do light house work , helped me walk and even helped me after my surgeries and recovery . I don’t know what I would’ve done without her . She is an amazing human with the biggest heart . ❤️”
“I had a very good experience with Phong and her workers. Mostly all of them were so great and helpful in their own way. If I requested one,,as I did many a time, she would do her best to honor my request. I highly reccommend her and Best Care.”
“The team at ABC Senior services has been a godsend for me and my family. The caretakers and this company came highly recommended from a friend and now I understand why. This business has been very accommodating and understanding and has tremendous experience. Every individual has unique needs and this company does its best to harmonize with the customers needs. We worked with Karla,Ronny,Michelle and Betsy. Dementia and Alzheimer's are very cruel ailments and ABC came through for us to help take care of my father's needs and to take pressure off of my mother by helping with daily tasks.”
“We have used Phuong and her caregivers for over a year. She and her team are the best. Phuong knew what my mother needed even before we did, as she knows the business front and back. She also has a compassionate heart. The only reason we stopped was because my mother could never return home and needed to be placed in a home. My mother loved her home and was grateful she could live there with the help of Always Best Care Senior Services.”
“ABC came in and really helped stabilize my mom’s living situation as her dementia worsened. Phuong was adaptable and worked with us regarding scheduling, doctor appointments and any other needs we had with our in-home care. I would definitely recommend Phuong and her team with any home healthcare needs.”
“I had a great experience with Always Best Care. My husband needed 8 hours 7 days a week care so the caregivers became part of our family! Not every caregiver was a good fit but Phoung was flexible and worked to insure our days went as smoothly as possible. I have recommended Always Best Care to friends and they have been thrilled with the care the are receiving.”
“Thank you for being there, and working around my hectic schedule…you made my time and my husbands time positive.”
“After being in the assisted-living for nearly 3 weeks due to it, horrible accident, I arrived home, not being able to do much. I was completely frustrated, then, Always Best Care of came to my rescue! The ladies that came out were extremely helpful, kind, considerate, and understanding. Each week, they would jump in and do things that were absolutely impossible for me to do. I’m very independent, but they helpe me to relax, take it easy and let them handle anything I needed. I am so very grateful for this wonderful service.”
“An amazing company doing amazing things through home care. Phuong does an awesome job managing the staff and clients to assure the experience on both ends exceeds their expectations. It's a great place to work and give back to your community.”
“Writing a review for service received is never an easy task especially where it involves service provided to a loved one. But where service received becomes an overwhelmingly pleasant experience, the task becomes an easier one. Such is the feeling I have as I look back at the almost three years of care my late husband received from the caregivers provided by the Veterans Administration through the Always Best Care Agency. Of special mention was a very nice lady by the name of Claudette LaCaille, a pre-school teacher by profession who was one of the caregivers that unselfishly cared for him. Not only did she patiently attend to his needs---she provided a genuine companionship to him and great comfort and understanding to me. It made this painful period of my life bearable and easier to accept and cope with. I am also very grateful to the agency’s owner, Nguyen Phuong, for granting my request to send caregivers who could come consistently on a regular schedule. It made him feel like familiar friends were visiting him on a regular basis. I highly recommend the Always Best Care Senior Services and wish their caregiving heroes and heroines the best of health and good fortune now and always.”
“I appreciated the friendly & professional care Karla provided for me after my extended hospital & rehab stay. Thank you for sending Karla for my care.”
“Oh my gosh, the VA came to my rescue in providing my husband with a caregiving service after 3 years of doing it myself. Alway Best Care of Fountain Valley is the company that was designated to us. Phuong does a spectacular job in finding the best people possible to fit into a caregiving roll. What impressed me most is the fact that when a caregiver cannot make the scheduled appointment, Phuong does not allow us to be without caregiving service, if she cannot find a replacement she steps up and performs the duties herself. She is most helpful in assisting with regular caregiving service and does not feel it below her to chip in with light housekeeping chores. BRAVO Ms Phuong, your company’s service is the best.”
“Caregivers went beyond our expectations of what they can do to help us. The management "flexibility in schedule" helped us all in our household and gave us more relief in taking our short breaks and not to worry about our fiend's care, safety and his assistance at home. Consistency of caregivers assigned made it easier for my friend’s personality and to myself to handle his care. Caregivers provided the standard of professionalism, punctuality and respect in all aspects of care to my friend and to all household members as well. Always Best Care patiently worked and delivered my request for my friend's care in matching his personality with caregivers. I was not also easy to deal with being the person in charge to my friend. Thank you Always Best Care with gratitude. Penny Byram Westminster”
“Caregivers went beyond our expectations of what they can do to help us. The management "flexibility in schedule" helped us all in our household and gave us more relief in taking our short breaks and not to worry about our fiend's care, safety and his assistance at home. Consistency of caregivers assigned made it easier for my friend's personality as well as to myself. Caregivers provided the standard of professionalism, punctuality and respect in all aspects of care to my friend and to all household members as well. Always Best Care patiently worked and delivered my request for my friend's care in matching his personality with caregivers. Thank you Always Best Care with gratitude.”
“Always Best Care provided reliable quality care to my family member in my home. They were professional, courteous and kind in their provision of personal care. Many thanks to their staff.”
“After months of struggling with trying to find a reliable caregiver for a disabled loved one, I reached out to Always Best Care. From our first phone conversation, Phuong was incredibly helpful, highly professional, informative, and kind. She assisted us with getting care for my family member at home and recently helped us with transitioning her into a senior board and care facility. Phuong understood our needs and made the process super smooth and stress free. She always responds to emails and phone calls promptly and is a true gem. I highly recommend Always Best Care and could not be more pleased with the outstanding level of service Phuong provided.”
“The first month of assistance with Best care was a little rough for my 89 y.o.father, with a different care giver each visit. However as time progressed, the caregivers became more regular and his very favorite became Lauren! He is loving his in-home-care with the kindness and concern each of the caregivers show him.”
“The VA had brought in caregivers for my father from Always Best Care Newport Beach. All team members working with my father 2 days per week were wonderful. My father especially liked Karla and gave her high compliments. The entire team of caregivers from ABC were a blessing to my father and his wife. Thank you for your service. ????”
“Always Best was always professional and went out of their way to make my dad who was 88 feel special and took great care of him. They would accommodate our schedule and came to work on time. They cleaned the house and took great care of Werner. He was not always easy to work with but the staff had patients for him and for me. Always following up with my texts and phone calls. It was such a relief to know I could leave for work in the morning and they would be there to get dad up and started for the day. We were grateful for all they did for him. Debbie Stroman”
“Had a good experience with this care provider, my father needed home care doing daily living activities. The company is great and the help is better.”
“My sister and I feel so fortunate to have found Phuong at ABC Care when we were looking for care for my mother. Over many years of her helping us, Phuong never let us down and her team was professional, responsible and caring. If you are looking for someone to care for your loved one with compassion and consistency I would highly recommend Phuong. She is very hard working, was always accessible to us and takes personal responsibility for her team. We were so grateful to have her helping us with our mom.”
“The caregivers were a Godsend for me. Allowed me to breath and get away. Caregivers we're friendly, helpful around house, great conversation with my dad, really made his day!!! Caregivers helped with my dads quality of life”
“My uncle received care through Always Best Care and I always knew he was in good hands. When the need for care increased, they were able to answer that need immediately . It felt like having extended family looking after my uncle.”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting West Jetty View Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Mastro's Ocean Club or visit Old Landing Historical Marker, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Newport Beach, CA, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Newport Beach, CA understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Newport Beach, CA 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Beachfront Fireworks & Family Fun: Your Perfect Fourth of July at Newport Dunes!Bring out the red, white, and blue on July 4, 2025, as we celebrate Independence Day on the Back Bay! Our annual celebration will bring you a day filled with live entertainment, activities, water sports, food trucks, full bars, and a special firework show co-sponsored by the City of Newport Beach.Free admission & open to the public!Paid ParkingResort opens at 8:00 am...
Bring out the red, white, and blue on July 4, 2025, as we celebrate Independence Day on the Back Bay! Our annual celebration will bring you a day filled with live entertainment, activities, water sports, food trucks, full bars, and a special firework show co-sponsored by the City of Newport Beach.
Free admission & open to the public!
Paid Parking
Resort opens at 8:00 am
Fireworks show is at 9:00 pm
Food Trucks – 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Full Bars (Beer, Wine & Cocktails) – 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Inflatable Water Park – Reserve online – 09:30 am to 4:30 pm (closes early to prepare for firework show)
Water Sports Rentals (Pedal Boats, Duffy Boats, SUPs, Kayaks) – Reserve online – 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (closes early to prepare for firework show)
Moe B’s Munchies – 4th of July hours 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Live Entertainment: Tunes at the Dunes – The Class Band brings their high energy and style, playing everything from oldies, to classic rock, pop, country, 80’s, top 40, Motown & more!
Firework Show co-sponsored by the City of Newport Beach – 9:00 pm
On July 5, 2025, Newport Dunes’ Independence Day on the Bay celebration is $100 pre-paid reserved parking in our main paved lot (located off Jamboree & Back Bay Drive).
Day-of parking will also be available for $50 in a further, unpaved lot (enter off Bayside Drive & Pacific Coast Highway). This lot is about a 5 to 10-minute walk to the beach area. Day-of parking is on a first-come, first-served basis and fills up quickly. We recommend arriving early.
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Each year, Newport Beach celebrates Independence Day with bang. Multiple events throughout the city make the Fourth of July memorable. Bicycles, scooters and skateboards decked out in patriotic colors will hit the Balboa Peninsula at 9 a.m.The American Legion Yacht Club hosts the Old Glory Boat Parade, with red, white and blue decorated boats cruising Newport Harbor. Families head to Newpo...
Each year, Newport Beach celebrates Independence Day with bang. Multiple events throughout the city make the Fourth of July memorable. Bicycles, scooters and skateboards decked out in patriotic colors will hit the Balboa Peninsula at 9 a.m.
The American Legion Yacht Club hosts the Old Glory Boat Parade, with red, white and blue decorated boats cruising Newport Harbor. Families head to Newport Dunes for the inflatable water park, water sports rentals and live music from the Class Band playing oldies, classic rock, pop, country and more. It all concludes with a firework show at Back Bay co-sponsored by the city of Newport Beach, known as one of the largest fireworks displays in Southern California.
If you’re celebrating else where in Orange County, chances are there is fireworks show near you, or at least a cool place to catch a glimpse of one.
Independence Day on the Back Bay
With the resort opening at 8 a.m., many locals spend the entire day enjoying all the amenities at Newport Dunes, which also gives them a prime view for fireworks over the Back Bay.
Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach Fireworks at 9 p.m.
Balboa Bay Resort All-American Shellabration Seafood Boil
Enjoy a view of fireworks over Back Bay from Newport Beach’s waterfront Balboa Bay Resort. The resort’s A+O Restaurant & Bar will serve a classic seafood boil on Independence Day from 5 to 10 p.m. with lobster tail, jumbo prawns, mussels, clams, sweet corn coblets and more in an Old Bay-seasoned lobster broth.
Balboa Bay Resort 1221 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach Fireworks at 9 p.m.
Independence Day at Topside at Lido House
Celebrate the Fourth at Lido House’s Topside in Newport Beach. Enjoy a rooftop brunch or sunset libations at this elevated lounge, all set against the backdrop of holiday fireworks and the Boat Parade.
Topside at Lido House 3300 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach Fireworks at 9 p.m.
Dana Point Fourth of July Fireworks
Launched from a barge off the coast of Doheny State Beach, the Dana Point Fourth of July fireworks show has been a treasured tradition since 1989. The 20-minute display is choreographed to music (broadcast on local radio stations) and visible all along the coast.
Doheny State Beach 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point Fireworks at 9 p.m.
Fireworks at the Great Park
Celebrate the county’s new Fourth of July tradition at the Great Park from 4 to 10 p.m. Family-friendly activities will include craft stations, lawn games, balloon rides and carousel rides, with a DJ and live bands to help everyone hit the dance floor. The evening will end with a fireworks and drone light show. Guests can upgrade their experience with tickets to Pacific Symphony’s traditional “July 4th Spectacular” at Great Park Live.
4th of July Fireworks at the Great Park 8000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine Fireworks at 9 p.m.
Huntington Beach Fourth of July celebration
Huntington Beach will kick off the holiday fun with the Surf City 5K Run, followed by the 121st annual 4th of July Parade at 10 a.m. Fireworks Over the Ocean will begin at 9 p.m. with beach viewing open to the public and a limited amount of reserved seating with paid tickets on the pier.
Huntington Beach Pier 325 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach Fireworks at 9 p.m
Offshore 9 Rooftop Lounge
Take in a panoramic view of Orange County this Fourth of July at Offshore 9 Rooftop at the Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach. From 4 to 10 p.m. guests can enjoy a live DJ, “Glow-in-the-Cloud” sparkler cocktails, seafood chowder tots and perfect views of Huntington Beach’s annual firework spectacular on the pier. Packages start at $59.
Offshore 9 Rooftop Lounge 21100 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach Fireworks at 9 p.m.
Independence Day Community Celebration at the OC Fairgrounds
The city of Costa Mesa welcomes locals to an Independence Day Community Celebration on the night of Thursday, July 3, at the OC Fairgrounds from 5 to 11 p.m. with fireworks popping off at 9:30 p.m. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Enjoy live music, a bounce house and more. Parking and admission are free. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged.
OC Fair & Event Center – Lot A 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa Fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
Laguna Beach Fireworks Celebration
The city of Laguna Beach will present its annual fireworks show this year, a return to the traditional display after last year’s pilot drone show. View the fireworks from Monument Point in Heisler Park. In order to prepare for the pyrotechnics, areas of the park from Myrtle Street to the Rockpile Beach stairs at Jasmine Street will close to the public beginning at 5 p.m.
Heisler Park 361 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach Fireworks at 9 p.m.
Fireworks at Laguna Niguel Regional Park
Take in fireworks over the lake at Laguna Niguel Regional Park along with live music from the Elton John Experience by Joey Riedel from 6 to 8 p.m. at Crown Valley Park Amphitheater. Fireworks at the park will start at 9 p.m. and the city of Laguna Niguel Parks and Recreation department will host a viewing experience from the Crown Valley Community Center’s Saddleback Deck with appetizers, desserts and a cash bar. Tickets are $20 per person.
Laguna Niguel Regional Park 28241 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel Fireworks at 9 p.m.
Fourth of July Fireworks at Knott’s Berry Farm
Knott’s Berry Farm will host family-friendly entertainment during the day and night with Ghost Town Alive! and Knott’s Summer Nights!, plus a fireworks show in honor of Independence Day. Tickets start at $62 and a map guide highlights the best places for fireworks viewing inside the park.
Knott’s Berry Farm 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park Fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
Stars, Bites, & Sky-High Spectacle at Top of the V
The Viv Hotel’s rooftop restaurant, Top of the V will host a summertime buffet on the holiday with libations, a live DJ and views of Anaheim’s fireworks show. Each ticket, priced at $160, includes a three-hour beer and wine package with cocktails available for purchase and access to a buffet for Spanish delights like Iberico sliders, gazpacho oyster shooters and surf & turf paella from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Top of the V 1601 S Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim Fireworks at 9:35 p.m.
Tustin 4th of July Celebration
Tustin Parks and Recreation department hosts its annual 4th of July Celebration with live music top 40 band, Those Guys, and fireworks at the Tustin High School Stadium. Doors open at 5 p.m. and fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Seating will be available on the bleachers and the grass on the San Juan Street side of the stadium, though viewers should be prepared for the traditional marshmallow fight.
Tustin 4th of July Celebration 1171 El Camino Real, Tustin Fireworks at 9 p.m.
Santa Ana’s Fourth of July celebration
The city of Santa Ana presents its annual Fourth of July celebration at Centennial Park. Live music, food vendors and inflatables are among the festivities taking place from 5 to 9 p.m., with the fireworks show at 8:45 p.m. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnics to enjoy the show.
Centennial Park 3000 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana Fireworks at 8:45 p.m.
COSTA MESA, CA — An Orange County sushi spot lost its Michelin star status this week, The Orange County Register reported.Costa Mesa's Hana re, known for its kaiseki-style sushi, was originally awarded the star in 2019 and retained it until this year, the newspaper said.The announcement was made at the Saf...
COSTA MESA, CA — An Orange County sushi spot lost its Michelin star status this week, The Orange County Register reported.
Costa Mesa's Hana re, known for its kaiseki-style sushi, was originally awarded the star in 2019 and retained it until this year, the newspaper said.
The announcement was made at the Safe Credit Union Performing Arts Center in Sacramento on Wednesday, June 25 for the annual announcement of the 2025 Michelin stars.
No new stars were awarded in Orange County this year, though Knife Pleat in Costa Mesa and R|O-Rebel Omakase in Laguna Beach retained one-star rankings.
Michelin bestowed nine California restaurants with first-time and upgraded star ratings this week as part of its bid to recognize culinary excellence across the Golden State.
Two restaurants earned Michelin's highest three-star rating — both mark the first-ever three-star rankings in Los Angeles. Seven eateries earned two- and one-star ratings across the state. The restaurants were celebrated at the Michelin Guide California Ceremony on Wednesday.
“Tonight marked a momentous evening for California and its culinary community,” said Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the Michelin Guide. “Our anonymous Inspectors discovered extraordinary culinary gems to highlight in this year’s selection, including two new Three-Star restaurants."
Michelin's California Guide is published annually. Earning a Michelin star is the gold standard for restaurants — two stars are even better and three puts a restaurant in a rare category of culinary experiences that Michelin deems "worth a special journey."
There are just eight three-star restaurants in the entire state.
NEWPORT BEACH, CA — A mother and father were convicted of felony child abuse and endangerment toward their newborn son, which resulted in severe brain damage that left the child a quadriplegic, the Orange County District Attorney's Office said Wednesday.Lindsay, CA residents John Andres Gonzalez, 38, and Jacqueline Navarro, 45, were each convicted of one felony county of child abuse and endangerment and one felony enhancement of causing great bodily injury to a child under the age of 5 years old.They each face a maximum s...
NEWPORT BEACH, CA — A mother and father were convicted of felony child abuse and endangerment toward their newborn son, which resulted in severe brain damage that left the child a quadriplegic, the Orange County District Attorney's Office said Wednesday.
Lindsay, CA residents John Andres Gonzalez, 38, and Jacqueline Navarro, 45, were each convicted of one felony county of child abuse and endangerment and one felony enhancement of causing great bodily injury to a child under the age of 5 years old.
They each face a maximum sentence of 12 years in state prison. They are scheduled to be sentenced on July 25 at the Central Justice Center in Santa Ana in Department C39. Gonzalez and Navarro are being held without bail.
According to OCDA Todd Spitzer, the parents are followers of naturopathy, which is the belief that the body can heal itself. Within weeks of their son's birth, the couple began putting the infant in high-temperature saunas and ice baths and refused to feed the baby formula or breast milk because they believed it was toxic.
The abuse left their son with severe brain damage, Spitzer said. To this day, the child — now 5-years-old — cannot walk, talk or see.
Record of the abuse dates back to Oct. 2019, when Patricia Sanchez, the child's paternal grandmother, began contacting the Tulare County Department of Child Welfare Services regarding her one-month-old grandson's welfare.
Over the course of several months, Sanchez called about the child's health 14 more times.
Tulare County was later ordered to pay $32 million to settle a lawsuit over its failure by its Department of Child Welfare Services to protect the baby from the abuse.
Sanchez was awarded full custody of the child, Spitzer said, after the couple brought the child — limp and unresponsive — into a Hoag Hospital emergency room on Aug. 1, 2020.
The baby was gray in color, emaciated and catatonic. Emergency room doctors found the child to be suffering from low blood sugar levels, hypoxia and constant seizures.
Investigators found that Gonzalez and Navarro are vegan mucus-free fruitarians and would only feed the baby soy-based baby formula, fruits and vegetables, Spitzer said.
While their infant was hospitalized through the month of August, Spitzer said Gonzalez objected to many life-saving treatments and told medical staff he believed starvation would lead to healing.
"This innocent child suffered from almost the first breath he took because of his parents' beliefs that starvation would cure him," Spitzer said. "Instead of curing him, they robbed him of his sight, his ability to take his first steps, to say his first words, and his chance to see the world through the eyes of a child who is seeing everything for the first time."
All California residents and visitors should be able to enjoy the state's scenic coastline without barriers. This program makes that happen.COSTA MESA, CA — Orange County Coastkeeper and the California State Coastal Conservancy are teaming up once again to make California’s beaches and coastal spaces more accessible to all, according to a recent news release.The Beach and Coast Accessibility Program regularly awards organizations fundi...
COSTA MESA, CA — Orange County Coastkeeper and the California State Coastal Conservancy are teaming up once again to make California’s beaches and coastal spaces more accessible to all, according to a recent news release.
The Beach and Coast Accessibility Program regularly awards organizations funding the purchase, maintenance, and promotion of accessibility equipment, such as beach wheelchairs, walkers, mats, and kayaks, and can award up to $290,000. Past grantees the Bay Area Outreach & Recreation Program, Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation, NatureTrack Foundation, Monte Rio Recreation and Park District, Crystal Cove Conservancy, and Life Rolls On.
Launched in 2024, the program has already distributed funds to six inclusive recreation projects across California. That year, Coastkeeper and the Conservancy $150,000 in funds for those above organizations and agencies working to improve accessibility across California’s coast.
Genesee Ouyang, the education director at Orange County Coastkeeper, spoke on the need for such a program.
“When someone uses a beach wheelchair for the first time or finally gets on the water in an adaptive kayak, it can be an empowering and transformative experience,” Ouyang said. “We’ve seen how these moments can be deeply emotional, sometimes even life-changing. That’s what this program is all about: helping more people connect with the coast and experience it on their own terms.”
These new grants will offer up to $30,000 per project, according to Ouyang.
Funding is available to tribes, nonprofit organizations, and public agencies that provide free access to adaptive equipment on the coast and near lakes, rivers, and bays.
Garry Brown, founder and president of Orange County Coastkeeper, discussed the reason for the grants.
"We view coastal access not as a luxury, but as a right everyone should enjoy," Brown said. “For decades, we’ve fought to keep beaches clean, public, and protected from threats. Now we’re confronting another barrier: physical inaccessibility. Everyone should be able to experience California’s coast, and we’re proud to help make that a reality through this program.”
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