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1205 Sunset Heights Road, Escondido, CA, 92026
"Owned and operated by a Register Nurse with nurses in all locations, Mary Katherine’s Homes operates a total of 4 locations in San Diego Cou..."
READ MOREEscondido is situated in a valley surrounded by rocky hills, about 30 minutes northeast of downtown San Diego. The 2020 census revealed that approximately 12.3% of its 151,000 residents are aged 65 and older. The city’s senior-friendly climate attracts older residents, as does its lower rates of crime, excellent water quality and wealth of resources focused on helping seniors deal with common tasks, such as getting around the city at a low cost and filing their taxes with help from experts.
Assisted living communities are ideal for seniors who find everyday tasks, such as cooking, more challenging as they age. A typical facility will include comfortable rooms furnished with much of the seniors’ own belongings and staff to handle cleaning duties, while chefs make the meals and managers organize social events for residents. The average cost for an assisted living placement is $4,525 per month, which, although above the U.S. average, is below the state median by around $475.
The remainder of this guide deals with the advantages and disadvantages of living in Escondido and the costs of senior care in the region. There’s also a list of some useful resources for seniors.
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1205 Sunset Heights Road, Escondido, CA, 92026
"Owned and operated by a Register Nurse with nurses in all locations, Mary Katherine’s Homes operates a total of 4 locations in San Diego Cou..."
READ MORE3301 Lomas Serenas Drive, Escondido, CA, 92029
2605 Emerald Place, Escondido, CA, 92027
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Emerald Care Manor has my wife at 24/7 care because she has dementia. The place is clean and the staff is good. They feed my wife breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The food is flavorful. The value is good...."
READ MORE1433 Ferrara Court, Escondido, CA, 92025
2113 Drew Road, Escondido, CA, 92027
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760 E. Bobier Drive, Vista, CA, 92084
4.6
(54 reviews)
"My mother moved into Pacifica Senior Living Vista a few days ago. They've been very accommodating. The staff is really good. If I text them, I get an answer right away. And if there's a problem, they take care of it. Anything we ask for, they take ca..."
READ MORE1550 Security Place, San Marcos, CA, 92078
4.6
(51 reviews)
"My Mom has been living at Silvergate for over a year now. We have only experienced great things here. Her home is a beautiful 2 room apartment that she has decorated with her own furniture which makes it more comfortable. I can not say enough goo..."
READ MORE2041 W. Vista Way, Vista, CA, 92083
"Alta Vista Senior Living was bright, cheery, and very welcoming. The room was kept up nicely. We had an apartment for my dad there. We had it for a couple of months, but he was just unable to move in, unfortunately. The staff were great though. They ..."
READ MORE3524 Lake Blvd., Oceanside, CA, 92056
4.2
(43 reviews)
"I used to live in Brookdale Oceanside. Most of the caregivers were very nice, and I loved all the people in management. The receptionist was phenomenal. We had gone out on van rides to Wal-Mart and shopping. The food was not the best, but I know they..."
READ MORE1590 W. San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA, 92078
"My parents are moving into Brookdale San Marcos. One reason we chose it is that they offer respite care, which is kind of like a temporary situation. The other factor is the staff there is just amazing, super nice, and very accommodating. Everyone we..."
READ MORE13075 Evening Creek Drive South, San Diego, CA, 92128
4.6
(30 reviews)
"My wife moved into the Belmont Village Sabre Springs. She is being cared for very well. They have got all kinds of activities, but my wife is not into activities. We are lacking nothing, and they are very efficient here. We are very pleased, and we a..."
READ MORE7020 Manzanita Street, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
"I love Sunrise at La Costa. For me it would be an ideal place. I just love the arrangement, the living condition, and the area. It is a very nice, clean, modern place. The staff was very friendly and very nice. The apartments were nice. You can bring..."
READ MORE5508 Avenida Pacifica Way, Oceanside, CA, 92057
4.7
(15 reviews)
"My room is a palace. Love the staff they are respectful great price for location. I have a cat who our staff is good to. I like the fact I'm on the first floor. Food is pretty good sometimes better than others. Fresh fruit is a must. Bingo is my b..."
READ MORE3535 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff By The Sea, CA, 92007
4.3
(20 reviews)
"We went to Belmont Village Cardiff by the Sea. We were very impressed. We made an appointment for the tour and the gal that took us around was excellent. There are no separate areas. If you go into your independent care and then you find that you're ..."
READ MORE138 Sun Villa Ct., Vista, CA, 92084
4.9
(11 reviews)
"I am so fortunate that I found Lorena Eckert and her staff at Silver Oaks Country Estates. My mother had many health issues and when she became handicapped and lost both of her feet, it became clear that she needed more professional support than we ..."
READ MORE5592 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
5.0
(7 reviews)
"La Marea Senior Living was lovely. It had an elegant environment. They were extremely organized. The staff members were not only very professional, but they were very kind and caring. The food was outstanding. I saw a lot of the residents going into ..."
READ MORE12979 Rancho Peñasquitos Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92129
4.4
(14 reviews)
"We went to look at Heritage Woods of Huntley. We liked the location. It was close to our house. They were very friendly and helpful. They took us on a nice, long tour and spent some time explaining all of the financial aspects of it and all of the am..."
READ MORE4500 Cannon Rd., Oceanside, CA, 92056
4.2
(15 reviews)
"We chose Ocean Hills Senior Living for mom because it felt warm and I felt like my mom would like it. There are a lot of active people there, and it's just very inviting. They have exercise classes, word search, bingo, Rummikub, cards, and puzzles. A..."
READ MORE12515 Springhurst Dr., San Diego, CA, 92064
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Ivy Park at Sabre Springs was wonderful. The apartments were very comparable. It was a lovely building. I think if somebody chooses Ivy Park at Sabre Springs as a place, they're going to be well cared for, and I think people will be very happy there...."
READ MOREThe Senior Care Licensing Program, a division of the California Department of Social Services, is responsible for monitoring and licensing assisted living facilities throughout the state. Its network of 13 regional offices ensures close supervision of licensed facilities through unannounced inspections and reviewing other sources of information, such as complaints registered with the Long-Term Ombudsman.
The 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey found that Escondido’s seniors get assisted living for lower fees than most in California — typically $4,525, while their peers average $5,000 per month for similar services.
Escondido’s assisted living costs are an attractive $4,525 per month, which is lower than almost every other city in the region, with the exception of Riverside, which averages $3,900. Similar services in Los Angeles, for example, cost $5,000, while in El Centro, they’re $5,825.
Escondido
$4,525
California
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
El Centro
$5,825
Los Angeles
$5,000
Riverside
$3,900
Homemaker and home health aide services both average at $5,716 per month, even though the latter also provides basic medical aid. However, assisted living is $1,191 less costly, despite providing accommodation with senior care support. Adult day health care centers are the most affordable option, at $1,733. The most expensive is nursing home facilities, which typically charge $10,722 for a semiprivate room and an additional $3,711 for the convenience of a private one.
Homemaker Services
$5,716
Home Health Aide
$5,716
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$4,525
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,722
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$14,433
Low-income seniors residing in Escondido may be eligible to apply for government funding to help pay for assisted living. There are currently two programs available: the 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver program through Medi-Cal and Supplemental Security Income – Category G.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
There are many resources available to help Escondido’s seniors, some of which are included in the following list. They can help seniors concerned about the quality of care in their assisted living facility, those in need of expert legal advice and medical care for seniors who served their country.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (858) 495-5276 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is an advocate for seniors residing in assisted living communities in San Diego County. The ombudsman's role is to ensure standards are maintained and that seniors are fully aware of their rights. Seniors with complaints can register them with the ombudsman, who will investigate and seek to resolve them on the senior's behalf. Other services include supplying seniors with inspection reports of facilities they may be considering for their long-term care. |
Escondido VA Clinic | (760) 466-7020 | Escondido VA Clinic is a primary care facility serving the city's U.S. military veterans and their families. It includes facilities for dealing with mental health issues and some clinical testing in its laboratory and pathology lab. If the senior's medical needs can be served at the clinic, they're transferred to the nearest clinic or medical center in the VA San Diego Health Care System. |
Park Avenue Community Center | (760) 839-4688 | Park Avenue Community Center is a place where Escondido's seniors go to join in with dances and exercise classes in the large auditorium, read books from its extensive library, play billiards on one of its six tables and enjoy freshly-made lunches with others in the Park Avenue Café. There are also regular games of bingo and it's common to see seniors socializing most mornings in the Joslyn Lounge. |
Aging & Independence Services | (800) 339-4661 | San Diego County's Aging & Independence Services provide a range of resources for seniors in the community, in addition to referring them to other resources supplied by government agencies and nonprofit organizations. It can help seniors who need legal assistance on a range of issues, including matters concerning health insurance and all aspects of elder law. For seniors concerned about their health, the agency manages the Feeling Fit Club, which is a range of programs designed to improve balance and develop physical and mental wellbeing. |
Escondido-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
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Pam
5
Review of Madeleine's Senior Living
My mom moved into Madeleine's Senior Living. It just seemed to fit her needs the best. Everything is great. The care is great. We have no complaints about it. The staff members do a great job. They...
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5
Review of Pacifica Senior Living Escondido
I toured Pacifica Senior Living Escondido. I liked the facility and the environment was very pleasant. I liked the staff. They are friendly. We met a lady who had lived there for ten years, and...
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Hi Farha, thank you for leaving this detailed review about your experience with our community! We always strive to provide top quality service and are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your...
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Review of Las Villas Del Norte
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