Memory Care in San Diego County, California
Approximately 14.5% of San Diego County’s overall total population of slightly under 3,300,000 citizens are aged 65 and over. Some of these seniors will face Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. According to the CDC, the rate of deaths from Alzheimer’s disease increased by almost 4% from 2014 – 2018. As of 2018, As the eighth-largest city in the nation, San Diego’s county seat and largest city, San Diego, has numerous resources for those with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia and their families.
Care options for those with Alzheimer’s and/or dementia include memory care facilities, which are typically associated with assisted living communities, usually in their own separate wing or on another part of the property. Memory care units have open floor plans and provide a secure environment to prevent residents from wandering off.
This guide provides an overview of memory care in San Diego County. Included are cost comparisons with other California communities and different types of care options as well as a list of resources for those with memory loss, their families and their caregivers.
Memory Care Facilities in San Diego County, CA
Paradise Village
2700 East 4th Street, National City, CA, 91950
We found the overall experience at Paradise Village to be impressive. Carolyn did a great job with the tour and it made our decision so much easier when our mother’s needs increased to have her resi
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We found the overall experience at Paradise Village to be impressive. Carolyn did a great job with the tour and it made our decision so much easier when our mother’s needs increased to have her reside there. The staff, caregivers and programs are first class and were reasonable priced. We now have two sets of parents there in different care levels, Paradise Village was at the top list of our choices.
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We found the overall experience at Paradise Village to be impressive. Carolyn did a great job with the tour and it made our decision so much easier when our mother’s needs increased to have her resi
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We found the overall experience at Paradise Village to be impressive. Carolyn did a great job with the tour and it made our decision so much easier when our mother’s needs increased to have her reside there. The staff, caregivers and programs are first class and were reasonable priced. We now have two sets of parents there in different care levels, Paradise Village was at the top list of our choices.
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Pacifica Senior Living Vista
760 E Bobier Dr, Vista, CA, 92084
Pacifica Senior Living Vista is located near Guajome Regional Park in Vista, California. Residents appreciate the social events scheduled by the staff, sing-a-longs and church services. Positive revie
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Pacifica Senior Living Vista is located near Guajome Regional Park in Vista, California. Residents appreciate the social events scheduled by the staff, sing-a-longs and church services. Positive reviews often mention the high quality of food and service. During the monthly Port of Call, the chef decorates the dining area and serves cuisine from other countries. The staff also participates in monthly training to help them provide effective dementia care. Visitors often make note of the facility’s comprehensive health center, where residents are encouraged to participate in group exercises. They offer studio, one and two-bedroom apartments and welcome residents’ small pets.
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Pacifica Senior Living Vista is located near Guajome Regional Park in Vista, California. Residents appreciate the social events scheduled by the staff, sing-a-longs and church services. Positive revie
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Pacifica Senior Living Vista is located near Guajome Regional Park in Vista, California. Residents appreciate the social events scheduled by the staff, sing-a-longs and church services. Positive reviews often mention the high quality of food and service. During the monthly Port of Call, the chef decorates the dining area and serves cuisine from other countries. The staff also participates in monthly training to help them provide effective dementia care. Visitors often make note of the facility’s comprehensive health center, where residents are encouraged to participate in group exercises. They offer studio, one and two-bedroom apartments and welcome residents’ small pets.
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Pacifica Senior Living Escondido
1351 East Washington Ave, Escondido, CA, 92027
Pacifica Senior Living Escondido is located 30 miles northeast of San Diego, California, on 4 acres of land within a quiet residential neighborhood. Residents love this well-kept green space, with tre
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Pacifica Senior Living Escondido is located 30 miles northeast of San Diego, California, on 4 acres of land within a quiet residential neighborhood. Residents love this well-kept green space, with trees, trails and lots of birds. Rooms have balconies or patios with views of the grounds and, for some, the mountains. Residents enjoy food which ranges from traditional American fare to more cultural cuisine, and the chef loves to hear suggestions. Residents also have access to nearby stores including Dollar Tree, 99 Cent Only and Walmart, and a bus is available five days a week for appointments and local excursions.
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Pacifica Senior Living Escondido is located 30 miles northeast of San Diego, California, on 4 acres of land within a quiet residential neighborhood. Residents love this well-kept green space, with tre
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Pacifica Senior Living Escondido is located 30 miles northeast of San Diego, California, on 4 acres of land within a quiet residential neighborhood. Residents love this well-kept green space, with trees, trails and lots of birds. Rooms have balconies or patios with views of the grounds and, for some, the mountains. Residents enjoy food which ranges from traditional American fare to more cultural cuisine, and the chef loves to hear suggestions. Residents also have access to nearby stores including Dollar Tree, 99 Cent Only and Walmart, and a bus is available five days a week for appointments and local excursions.
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Alta Vista Senior Living
2041 W. Vista Way, Vista, CA, 92083
Conveniently located near California State Route 78, in Vista, California, Alta Vista Senior Living provides studio and one-bedroom apartments to those over the age of 65. Both residents and visitors
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Conveniently located near California State Route 78, in Vista, California, Alta Vista Senior Living provides studio and one-bedroom apartments to those over the age of 65. Both residents and visitors give high marks to the welcoming, friendly staff, the general cleanliness of the facility and its spacious, airy atmosphere. Also noted is the wide variety of available activities, such as bingo, Bible study, movies, puzzles and games. Alta Vista Senior Living also boasts an onsite beauty and barber shop, in-room kitchenettes as well as a dining room and gardening opportunities that include a greenhouse and a library.
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Conveniently located near California State Route 78, in Vista, California, Alta Vista Senior Living provides studio and one-bedroom apartments to those over the age of 65. Both residents and visitors
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Conveniently located near California State Route 78, in Vista, California, Alta Vista Senior Living provides studio and one-bedroom apartments to those over the age of 65. Both residents and visitors give high marks to the welcoming, friendly staff, the general cleanliness of the facility and its spacious, airy atmosphere. Also noted is the wide variety of available activities, such as bingo, Bible study, movies, puzzles and games. Alta Vista Senior Living also boasts an onsite beauty and barber shop, in-room kitchenettes as well as a dining room and gardening opportunities that include a greenhouse and a library.
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Silvergate Fallbrook
420 Elbrook, Fallbrook, CA, 92028
From the moment I toured Silvergate and met the staff, I knew this would be the right place for my mother in law. Even with her dementia, she was very comfortable in her new home. Everyone welcomed
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From the moment I toured Silvergate and met the staff, I knew this would be the right place for my mother in law. Even with her dementia, she was very comfortable in her new home. Everyone welcomed her as family. Throughout her care all the staff was so kind and caring which made our family relieved to know she would receive the attention she needed.
I will always be so grateful for the professionalism and love they gave to my mother in law.
Even up to the moment of her death they were right there holding her hand.
Forever grateful to Silvergate.
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From the moment I toured Silvergate and met the staff, I knew this would be the right place for my mother in law. Even with her dementia, she was very comfortable in her new home. Everyone welcomed
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From the moment I toured Silvergate and met the staff, I knew this would be the right place for my mother in law. Even with her dementia, she was very comfortable in her new home. Everyone welcomed her as family. Throughout her care all the staff was so kind and caring which made our family relieved to know she would receive the attention she needed.
I will always be so grateful for the professionalism and love they gave to my mother in law.
Even up to the moment of her death they were right there holding her hand.
Forever grateful to Silvergate.
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Lantern Crest Senior Living
11010 Sunset Trail, Santee, CA, 92071
Lantern Crest Senior Living is an assisted living, independent living and memory care facility in Santee, California, a San Diego suburb less than twenty miles from the beautiful Pacific Ocean. Housin
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Lantern Crest Senior Living is an assisted living, independent living and memory care facility in Santee, California, a San Diego suburb less than twenty miles from the beautiful Pacific Ocean. Housing includes studio and one-bedroom apartments as well as companion suites, and some rooms have kitchenettes. Residents like that they can experience shared meals in the dining room or opt for room service. Residents and their relatives enjoy the amenities and activities in this facility. Exercise classes, movies and card games are favorite pastimes, and a "Happy Hour" features weekly entertainment. Residents also enjoy many off-site excursions, including shopping trips.
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Lantern Crest Senior Living is an assisted living, independent living and memory care facility in Santee, California, a San Diego suburb less than twenty miles from the beautiful Pacific Ocean. Housin
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Lantern Crest Senior Living is an assisted living, independent living and memory care facility in Santee, California, a San Diego suburb less than twenty miles from the beautiful Pacific Ocean. Housing includes studio and one-bedroom apartments as well as companion suites, and some rooms have kitchenettes. Residents like that they can experience shared meals in the dining room or opt for room service. Residents and their relatives enjoy the amenities and activities in this facility. Exercise classes, movies and card games are favorite pastimes, and a "Happy Hour" features weekly entertainment. Residents also enjoy many off-site excursions, including shopping trips.
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Silvergate San Marcos
1550 Security Place, San Marcos, CA, 92078
Silvergate San Marcos is located in a scenic residential neighborhood near Highway 78 with nearby access to many shopping, dining and cultural venues. Guests of the community give high marks for the c
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Silvergate San Marcos is located in a scenic residential neighborhood near Highway 78 with nearby access to many shopping, dining and cultural venues. Guests of the community give high marks for the caring and friendly staff, homelike environment, roomy, clean apartments and delicious meals. The facility also receives excellent reviews for its extensive activity calendar that includes arts and crafts, exercise classes, guest entertainers and exciting trips to restaurants, casinos and museums. To create an inviting and comfortable atmosphere, Silvergate San Marcos offers impressive amenities such as a beauty/barber shop, movie theater, wireless Internet and resident transportation.
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Silvergate San Marcos is located in a scenic residential neighborhood near Highway 78 with nearby access to many shopping, dining and cultural venues. Guests of the community give high marks for the c
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Silvergate San Marcos is located in a scenic residential neighborhood near Highway 78 with nearby access to many shopping, dining and cultural venues. Guests of the community give high marks for the caring and friendly staff, homelike environment, roomy, clean apartments and delicious meals. The facility also receives excellent reviews for its extensive activity calendar that includes arts and crafts, exercise classes, guest entertainers and exciting trips to restaurants, casinos and museums. To create an inviting and comfortable atmosphere, Silvergate San Marcos offers impressive amenities such as a beauty/barber shop, movie theater, wireless Internet and resident transportation.
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The Montera
5740 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA, 91942
We had a great experience touring The Montera. They explained what they do, and we liked that place. It was well-kept and clean, the staff was very friendly to us, and it fulfilled everything that wou
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We had a great experience touring The Montera. They explained what they do, and we liked that place. It was well-kept and clean, the staff was very friendly to us, and it fulfilled everything that would be ideal for my friend to live there. The rooms were good. The dining area looked wonderful though we didn’t try their food. It looked like they had enough that my friend would be interested in and get involved in. The staff that gave the tour knew her job. She knew exactly what we were looking for and what we should expect in that facility. The facility itself was excellent. It had plenty of parking for visitors. It was pretty secure for the patients or residents.
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We had a great experience touring The Montera. They explained what they do, and we liked that place. It was well-kept and clean, the staff was very friendly to us, and it fulfilled everything that wou
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We had a great experience touring The Montera. They explained what they do, and we liked that place. It was well-kept and clean, the staff was very friendly to us, and it fulfilled everything that would be ideal for my friend to live there. The rooms were good. The dining area looked wonderful though we didn’t try their food. It looked like they had enough that my friend would be interested in and get involved in. The staff that gave the tour knew her job. She knew exactly what we were looking for and what we should expect in that facility. The facility itself was excellent. It had plenty of parking for visitors. It was pretty secure for the patients or residents.
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Brookdale Oceanside
3524 Lake Blvd., Oceanside, CA, 92056
Brookdale Oceanside offers memory care and assisted living in the beautiful city of Oceanside, California. Residents and visitors give this community high marks for its cleanliness and a staff that is
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Brookdale Oceanside offers memory care and assisted living in the beautiful city of Oceanside, California. Residents and visitors give this community high marks for its cleanliness and a staff that is very nice, friendly and informative, and they relish the beautiful accommodations and safety features this facility offers. They also have the opportunity to participate in several activities such as wine tastings, card games, exercise and art classes and ice cream socials. Some of the amenities offered include an on-site general store, a wellness center, a well-stocked library and salon services. Residents also appreciate having a 24-hour staff available.
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Brookdale Oceanside offers memory care and assisted living in the beautiful city of Oceanside, California. Residents and visitors give this community high marks for its cleanliness and a staff that is
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Brookdale Oceanside offers memory care and assisted living in the beautiful city of Oceanside, California. Residents and visitors give this community high marks for its cleanliness and a staff that is very nice, friendly and informative, and they relish the beautiful accommodations and safety features this facility offers. They also have the opportunity to participate in several activities such as wine tastings, card games, exercise and art classes and ice cream socials. Some of the amenities offered include an on-site general store, a wellness center, a well-stocked library and salon services. Residents also appreciate having a 24-hour staff available.
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Westmont Town Court
500 E. Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA, 92025
Westmont Town Court is located in the middle of downtown Escondido, California, with entertainment, shopping and dining opportunities nearby. This assisted living community earns high marks from resid
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Westmont Town Court is located in the middle of downtown Escondido, California, with entertainment, shopping and dining opportunities nearby. This assisted living community earns high marks from residents and family members for its large rooms, many with kitchenettes, and for the knowledgeable, professional and responsive staff who keep the residents happily thriving. Visitors are also impressed with the bright, modern dining area and scenic grounds that include a courtyard with many windows. Residents appreciate the variety of available amenities and activities, including a swimming pool, card games, a library, Bingo and exercise programs.
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Westmont Town Court is located in the middle of downtown Escondido, California, with entertainment, shopping and dining opportunities nearby. This assisted living community earns high marks from resid
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Westmont Town Court is located in the middle of downtown Escondido, California, with entertainment, shopping and dining opportunities nearby. This assisted living community earns high marks from residents and family members for its large rooms, many with kitchenettes, and for the knowledgeable, professional and responsive staff who keep the residents happily thriving. Visitors are also impressed with the bright, modern dining area and scenic grounds that include a courtyard with many windows. Residents appreciate the variety of available amenities and activities, including a swimming pool, card games, a library, Bingo and exercise programs.
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Belmont Village Sabre Springs
13075 Evening Creek Drive South, San Diego, CA, 92128
I toured Belmont Village Sabre Springs. I’m so pleased with what I saw and with the particular levels of memory care, since they have different levels in their program. I have a nurse coming in from B
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I toured Belmont Village Sabre Springs. I’m so pleased with what I saw and with the particular levels of memory care, since they have different levels in their program. I have a nurse coming in from Belmont to do a half-hour assessment with my dad to see if he would qualify for that program. The tour was very good and very thorough. They listened to what kind of care my dad is getting where he’s at. They have a Circle of Friends program for memory care. They are the only community I know that has it; it puts memory care in the same environment as the independent living and assisted living levels. They have their own separate day programs where they end up working more on cognitive sales and such. So they don’t just work on activities that anybody can do; some of the activities there are very focused on the dementia. They’re also able to eat in the dining room with everybody from the independent living and assisted living communities. They also have happy hours and concerts. It’s a much freer facility; they can go anywhere in their secure neighborhood area. We’re hoping he’ll qualify for the Circle of Friends so he could be among people who don’t necessarily have dementia. The staff was great, and they seemed to be very nice. We met with them for over an hour for the tour, they were very courteous, and they go above and beyond. They also sent us home with cookies, and they were good.
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I toured Belmont Village Sabre Springs. I’m so pleased with what I saw and with the particular levels of memory care, since they have different levels in their program. I have a nurse coming in from B
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I toured Belmont Village Sabre Springs. I’m so pleased with what I saw and with the particular levels of memory care, since they have different levels in their program. I have a nurse coming in from Belmont to do a half-hour assessment with my dad to see if he would qualify for that program. The tour was very good and very thorough. They listened to what kind of care my dad is getting where he’s at. They have a Circle of Friends program for memory care. They are the only community I know that has it; it puts memory care in the same environment as the independent living and assisted living levels. They have their own separate day programs where they end up working more on cognitive sales and such. So they don’t just work on activities that anybody can do; some of the activities there are very focused on the dementia. They’re also able to eat in the dining room with everybody from the independent living and assisted living communities. They also have happy hours and concerts. It’s a much freer facility; they can go anywhere in their secure neighborhood area. We’re hoping he’ll qualify for the Circle of Friends so he could be among people who don’t necessarily have dementia. The staff was great, and they seemed to be very nice. We met with them for over an hour for the tour, they were very courteous, and they go above and beyond. They also sent us home with cookies, and they were good.
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Fredericka Manor
183 Third Avenue, Chula Vista, CA, 91910
Fredericka Manor is located in sunny Chula Vista, minutes from the San Diego Bay and easily accessible from I-5 and I-805. Residents and visitors praise the facility for its unique option for cottage
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Fredericka Manor is located in sunny Chula Vista, minutes from the San Diego Bay and easily accessible from I-5 and I-805. Residents and visitors praise the facility for its unique option for cottage living that provides more privacy and independence than similar communities. Visitors are attracted by its close proximity to Balboa Beach and Coronado Island, and residents enjoy a beautiful setting, a dedicated, friendly staff and good food. Residents stay engaged with social and physical activities including bocce ball and line dancing and can read in the large library when looking for quiet time.
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Fredericka Manor is located in sunny Chula Vista, minutes from the San Diego Bay and easily accessible from I-5 and I-805. Residents and visitors praise the facility for its unique option for cottage
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Fredericka Manor is located in sunny Chula Vista, minutes from the San Diego Bay and easily accessible from I-5 and I-805. Residents and visitors praise the facility for its unique option for cottage living that provides more privacy and independence than similar communities. Visitors are attracted by its close proximity to Balboa Beach and Coronado Island, and residents enjoy a beautiful setting, a dedicated, friendly staff and good food. Residents stay engaged with social and physical activities including bocce ball and line dancing and can read in the large library when looking for quiet time.
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Oakmont of Escondido Hills
3012 Bear Valley Parkway South, Escondido, CA, 92025
Oakmont of Escondido Hills is a luxury senior living community in Escondido, California. Residents comment on the accommodating and friendly staff, and family members highlight the modern, comfortable
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Oakmont of Escondido Hills is a luxury senior living community in Escondido, California. Residents comment on the accommodating and friendly staff, and family members highlight the modern, comfortable rooms. Food served is kept to a high, nutritionally balanced standard. Perks for residents include a beauty and barber shop, garden, patio and transportation. Available senior care includes hospice care, medication management and general housekeeping assistance. Residents also have access to a spa and pool, and other activities include a library, gym and golf.
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Oakmont of Escondido Hills is a luxury senior living community in Escondido, California. Residents comment on the accommodating and friendly staff, and family members highlight the modern, comfortable
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Oakmont of Escondido Hills is a luxury senior living community in Escondido, California. Residents comment on the accommodating and friendly staff, and family members highlight the modern, comfortable rooms. Food served is kept to a high, nutritionally balanced standard. Perks for residents include a beauty and barber shop, garden, patio and transportation. Available senior care includes hospice care, medication management and general housekeeping assistance. Residents also have access to a spa and pool, and other activities include a library, gym and golf.
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Sunrise at La Costa
7020 Manzanita Street, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
Sunrise at La Costa is located in Carlsbad, California, and provides assisted living options and memory care for seniors. This facility receives high marks from residents and their loved ones for a ve
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Sunrise at La Costa is located in Carlsbad, California, and provides assisted living options and memory care for seniors. This facility receives high marks from residents and their loved ones for a very pretty facility that has a homey environment. They also appreciate the friendly and attentive staff and spacious apartments. Residents enjoy many activities including water aerobics in the on-site swimming pool, arts and crafts, Spanish classes and exercise sessions. They can head to the fully-stocked library for a great book to read or down to the salon for a new haircut and style.
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Sunrise at La Costa is located in Carlsbad, California, and provides assisted living options and memory care for seniors. This facility receives high marks from residents and their loved ones for a ve
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Sunrise at La Costa is located in Carlsbad, California, and provides assisted living options and memory care for seniors. This facility receives high marks from residents and their loved ones for a very pretty facility that has a homey environment. They also appreciate the friendly and attentive staff and spacious apartments. Residents enjoy many activities including water aerobics in the on-site swimming pool, arts and crafts, Spanish classes and exercise sessions. They can head to the fully-stocked library for a great book to read or down to the salon for a new haircut and style.
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La Vida Real
11588 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA, 92019
My mom is living out at La Vida Real. It was great. The lady that helped me get my mom set up in here was wonderful, very sweet, and a caring lady. They have a little courtyard that my mom can walk ou
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My mom is living out at La Vida Real. It was great. The lady that helped me get my mom set up in here was wonderful, very sweet, and a caring lady. They have a little courtyard that my mom can walk outside in. It was a good feeling when I came through here, and my mom is adjusting very well to it. Everybody was very helpful and friendly here, too. My mom has not complained about the food. I’ve heard from other people around here that the food was good. They do their laundry. They have a housekeeper once a week. They help my mom in getting dressed, bathing, and pretty much in her everyday needs. But they still give her independence. They have bingo on Saturdays. They exercise every morning. There’s a band that plays, and they get to go listen to the band. Somethingis going on every day for them. They go on outings too.
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My mom is living out at La Vida Real. It was great. The lady that helped me get my mom set up in here was wonderful, very sweet, and a caring lady. They have a little courtyard that my mom can walk ou
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My mom is living out at La Vida Real. It was great. The lady that helped me get my mom set up in here was wonderful, very sweet, and a caring lady. They have a little courtyard that my mom can walk outside in. It was a good feeling when I came through here, and my mom is adjusting very well to it. Everybody was very helpful and friendly here, too. My mom has not complained about the food. I’ve heard from other people around here that the food was good. They do their laundry. They have a housekeeper once a week. They help my mom in getting dressed, bathing, and pretty much in her everyday needs. But they still give her independence. They have bingo on Saturdays. They exercise every morning. There’s a band that plays, and they get to go listen to the band. Somethingis going on every day for them. They go on outings too.
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Redwood Terrace
710 13th Avenue, Escondido, CA, 92025
Redwood Terrace of Escondido, California is conveniently located near I-15 and in walking distance from the shopping, dining and entertainment options of downtown. Loved ones and residents are drawn t
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Redwood Terrace of Escondido, California is conveniently located near I-15 and in walking distance from the shopping, dining and entertainment options of downtown. Loved ones and residents are drawn to the facility’s tiered levels of assistance that range from independent living to memory care. Depending on their needs, residents live in cottages or connected apartments, and all enjoy amenities including a beauty and barber shop, computer room, general store and party space. Residents have fun in unique classes like tai chi and astronomy, and the restaurant-style dining hall and caring, kind and resourceful staff receive high marks.
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Redwood Terrace of Escondido, California is conveniently located near I-15 and in walking distance from the shopping, dining and entertainment options of downtown. Loved ones and residents are drawn t
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Redwood Terrace of Escondido, California is conveniently located near I-15 and in walking distance from the shopping, dining and entertainment options of downtown. Loved ones and residents are drawn to the facility’s tiered levels of assistance that range from independent living to memory care. Depending on their needs, residents live in cottages or connected apartments, and all enjoy amenities including a beauty and barber shop, computer room, general store and party space. Residents have fun in unique classes like tai chi and astronomy, and the restaurant-style dining hall and caring, kind and resourceful staff receive high marks.
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Sunrise of Bonita
3302 Bonita Road, Chula Vista, CA, 91910
Sunrise of Bonita is located in the city of Chula Vista, just minutes away from Interstate 805. Residents have easy access to the shops at the Westfield Plaza Bonita and the Chula Vista Golf Course. R
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Sunrise of Bonita is located in the city of Chula Vista, just minutes away from Interstate 805. Residents have easy access to the shops at the Westfield Plaza Bonita and the Chula Vista Golf Course. Residents and visitors of Sunrise of Bonita enjoy walking on its well-kept grounds and like that Sunrise of Bonita is a pet-friendly community with high-quality dining options and amenities, such as an on-site beauty salon. Residents also praise Sunrise for a diverse activity schedule that provides plenty of options, including walking clubs, bingo, exercise classes, shopping trips and playtime with pets.
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Sunrise of Bonita is located in the city of Chula Vista, just minutes away from Interstate 805. Residents have easy access to the shops at the Westfield Plaza Bonita and the Chula Vista Golf Course. R
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Sunrise of Bonita is located in the city of Chula Vista, just minutes away from Interstate 805. Residents have easy access to the shops at the Westfield Plaza Bonita and the Chula Vista Golf Course. Residents and visitors of Sunrise of Bonita enjoy walking on its well-kept grounds and like that Sunrise of Bonita is a pet-friendly community with high-quality dining options and amenities, such as an on-site beauty salon. Residents also praise Sunrise for a diverse activity schedule that provides plenty of options, including walking clubs, bingo, exercise classes, shopping trips and playtime with pets.
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COVID-19 Rules for Memory Care in San Diego County
Since most COVID-19 rules for Memory Care Communities and other Senior Living Facilities are set at the state level, you can view the specific rules for your state on our Guide to Memory Care in California. Keep in mind that every community has specific policies that they put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
What to Consider About Memory Care in San Diego County
The California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) and Continuing Care Contracts Bureau monitors long-term care communities, including memory care facilities, to make sure they are in compliance with state rules and regulations.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in San Diego County
- The San Diego area has a high cost of living—60% higher than the national average. However, health care costs are 11% lower than the national average, which may be appealing to seniors and their families.
- California does not tax social security benefits. Although sales taxes and property taxes are high throughout the state of California, those in long-term care facilities in San Diego County avoid these costs.
- San Diego is also a recognized Dementia-Friendly community, which is defined as a city or town where those with dementia are supported and understood.
- The weather in Southern California is also conducive to spending time outdoors, which means that seniors in memory care facilities can enjoy gardening or simply sitting outside in secured areas enjoying their surroundings.
- Both the air quality and water quality in San Diego County are better than the national average, so seniors can feel confident that their environment contributes to their well-being.
Paying for Memory Care in San Diego County
Memory care is typically provided in establishments licensed as assisted living facilities. The costs of memory care usually average around 20% – 30% higher than standard assisted living. Because no authoritative data exists for the costs of memory care, we estimated them by adding 25% to the costs of assisted living in the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
Memory Care in San Diego County vs Nearby Cities
Memory care costs in San Diego County average $6,844 per month, which is $321 higher than the California average of $6,563 and $1,219 higher than the national average of $5,625. Within the state of California, the lowest memory care costs are found in Visalia at $4,313, while the highest are found in Santa Rosa at $8,810. Costs are slightly lower in Sacramento, at $6,531 but rise to $7,899 in San Francisco.
Memory Care vs Other Types of Care in San Diego County, CA
Memory care is more expensive in San Diego than all other types of care with the exception of nursing homes, where the monthly average is $9,384. In-home care averages $6,387, and home health care averages $6,473. Assisted living costs are slightly lower at $5,475. Adult day health care is the least expensive option at $2,058.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in San Diego County
In San Diego County, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in California page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in California page.
Free Memory Care Resources in San Diego County
The following resources are designed to help those in the early stages of memory loss and their families access the help they need to have the best possible quality of life. There are programs that provide caregiver training, help family members find the right care facility for their loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia and provide information for those dealing with an early diagnosis of either of these conditions.
Resource
Contact
Description
City, ST
(800) 272-3900
The Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial Chapter provides San Diego and Imperial County residents with educational programs and support services for those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. The organization maintains a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week Helpline that's available in over 200 languages, provides caregiver training and support, publishes a number of relevant fact sheets and brochures and provides information and care options. All programs and services are free of charge.
Encinitas, CA
(800) 640-4661
The Long-Term Care Ombudsman investigates complaints of neglect, abuse and exploitation in long-term care facilities made by residents or concerned parties. All services are free and confidential. Those seeking information on available long-term care options and how to pay for them can also get assistance from this service.
San Diego, CA
(858) 492-4400
Alzheimer's San Diego provides a variety of direct services for those with Alzheimer's or dementia, their families and their caregivers. Seniors can participate in group outings and enjoy music, art and physical exercise with their peers, receive weekly telephone calls and attend a five-week program designed to help those who have recently been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's and/or their partners prepare for the road ahead.
San Diego, CA
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in San Diego County
San Diego County Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in California page for more information about these laws.
