Memory Care Communities in Santee, CA

"My father has lived here for about a month. His experience is very good. The facility is nice, and his apartment is small. The staff is very nice, very pleasant, and very attentive. There are no complaints at all. The residents made some cookies, and they have bingo."

"Our friend has moved to Belmont Village Sabre Springs. The staff members are very, very good and very cooperative. They keep track of where everybody is, escort them to and from, give them reminders about various things and activities, and make sure they get down to lunch. They have a lot of activities for memory care folks. There are three levels in memory care. There are level 1 and level 2. Once they've gone past level 2, they go into a whole separate area. The rooms are nice. The place is clean and well-maintained. The food is excellent. They offer several choices at mealtime. Family and friends are welcome to come and join them. They have exercise. They have memory development. They have tours, and they go on outings. They have a pool for water aerobics classes on Tuesdays. They have a nice, outdoor, and fully contained area that they can go out in. They have a little putting green. They also have barbecues outdoors. They have a movie theater in the building, and they show movies every night."

"My husband will be moving in. We toured it, and we liked the facility. The staff that showed us around was very informative and took the time to explain everything to us. The rooms were very nice and big. We didn't taste the food, but everybody seemed to like it. We spoke to several people, and they seemed to enjoy it. The dining area was clean. They have all kinds of activities. We talked to a woman that has been living there, and she likes it. She says they are very kind to her, and they are allowed to have animals. She's very pleased with the living conditions."

"The Mountain Vistas at Sunshine Care assisted living facility sits on 25 acres near the Green Mountains, in Poway, CA. It has a range of independent living spaces available, from single rooms to small apartments. We chose to check it out as an option for our uncle. We liked that the facility has just 4 separate homes, and only 6 residents on each one. It really gave an independent and intimate feel for the facility. All of the common and private rooms were airy with a lot of light, which our uncle really likes. He enjoys being outside, and when he can't for any reason, the inside light soothes him. The grounds were well manicured and there was ample space to sit in peace and quiet. The walkways were park-like with trees and lush greens. The daily activities are structured around individual needs and desires. The caregivers pay special attention to residents so that they are very well attended to. The food was home-style and prepared well. We tasted the snacks which are offered throughout the day. The facility allows for residents to have their own personal furniture if they desire. All of the rooms are well equipped and adjustments can be made to accommodate needs as necessary. Overall, we really enjoyed our visit and consider this one of the top facilities in the area. "

Mission Carehome, offering Assisted Living Facility and Memory Care in San Diego, California, is committed to providing personalized and dedicated care at the convenience of residents and family members. We strive to treat seniors who suffer from Alzheimers disease and other forms of dementia while providing extensive memory care at our homelike facility. Even though it can be difficult to leave home or your loved ones, it is still vital for living life as meaningfully and as functionally as possible. We are an assisted living and memory care facility that offers a comfortable and relaxing homelike environment for individuals suffering from Alzheimers, dementia, or any other forms of memory impairments. We understand the daily struggle these people go through and for this reason, we are utterly dedicated to providing them with the memory care services they need in an environment that is safe and comfortable. Services and Amenities: A warm and homelike atmosphere Encouragement to maintain your independence Personal care services Daily activities focused on memory Finding new interests Community engagement Staying connected with friends and family Religious and spiritual support A family-like atmosphere Safe and comfortable accommodations Around-the-clock care Delicious and nutritious meals everyday Assistance with bathing, grooming, shaving, personal hygiene, and dressing Incontinence care Laundry Help with shopping To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search

"We have chosen Gold Canyon Care Home for my friend and we're going in the direction of moving her. She needs assistance in walking, and personal needs, and she is a fall risk. In the sheet they gave us, they have outlined what their care levels are and then priced them out accordingly. She is at their third level of assisted living and there are four levels in that facility. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend anyone going there. It's an open floor plan and they do family-style dinners there. There is a family that lives there. Another building is right adjacent to the actual facility and their caregivers live in that building so there is someone in the facility 24 hours a day. The family that was there, it was during the Easter break when we visited, and their son was there. Arman, his wife, and another caregiver were there too so it was just very family-oriented. We got a chance to view the rooms and they are more than adequate. It has a lovely outside deck that looks down into the canyon, and that's where they got their name Gold Canyon. They grow their own vegetables organically, so they have that going on as well. For being a care facility, it was just very nicely set up. We did not get to try their food but we were shown a refrigerator filled with food. As I said, it is a family-dining style. Arman likes to barbecue so there is barbecuing that is going on when it's nice outside. I think the delightful part of it was that it is a family situation. I just feel with my heart that they treat their guests like family. We asked about the activities and they have a large screen TV. My friend likes to watch movies so that was something that we knew she would be interested in. Also, we are putting into place having a physical therapist come in for her. They have physical therapy equipment there and they encourage that to be put to use. They said they were working with the residents too, like making Easter eggs and doing different crafty things. Having placed other people in other facilities and being aware of what's available, I think this is going to be a perfect choice for my friend just because she doesn't need skilled nursing care."

"We’ve already placed my sister in a community called Westmont at San Miguel Ranch. It’s very good, and my sister is very happy. We’ve been very happy, and she has already been on several of the activities. She has been able to catch the bus from there and go back to her own church. The eating area is very nice; it’s like a restaurant that’s setting of about 20 choices on the menu. She got a large, L-shaped studio; one part of the L shape is about 30x15, and the other part is about 20x12. "

"I first visited this facility 1 year ago along with visiting 10 other facilities in San Diego. We were looking for a new home for a parent. After visiting so many facilities I can say this was the best place we visited. It looks like a resort, with a grand entrance, a pool, a boccie court, a courtyard where they have get togethers with all the residents. I have been to a few of their holiday parties where they bring in bands and serve lots of drinks and food. They are really awesome! I have even eaten dinner and lunch there, in the bar and the dining room, many times and the meals and drink are always very good. Pam and Lisa are great. They walked us through the whole process and showed us how to obtain a beautifully designed 2 bedroom unit within a short period of time. Every time I go there I am greeted very well by all of the staff. It is really a great place. If you are looking for a great community to live in, you certainly should visit Silvergate Rancho Bernardo."

"Vi at La Jolla Village was a very nice place. They have very friendly people. The only issue there is that it is overlooking a shopping area that is going to be demolished, so there will construction in the area and a lot of noise. I looked at one of the living units, and they only have single-pane windows; the wing of the building that they showed me will be subjected to a lot of noise for the next two years. The staff was very courteous and very nice. It's a very good place. It's a very modern high rise, though. Personally, I don't like high rises because they remind me of hotels where I used to stay in my professional days."

"My mom's overall experience has been good. In 10 years, it was sold 4 times. The experience has been good and I have no complaints at all about the facility. She has a studio and it's very nice. She's on the third floor, which she chose because she likes being on that floor. All the activities are on the second floor and the dining is on the first floor. She has a very nice room with a view of the common area and the garden outside. She also has a little porch and a little patio. The upkeep is good in general. She needed to have her air conditioner replaced and it took quite a while to get that done but as far as general maintenance, it's been fine. I have no complaints about it. The staff has been good. There's been a few people she hasn't cared for, but over the years, I have not had any complaints about their staff. The food and the dining areas have always been good too. She's 102 now but when she went in, she was 92 and was really active. There is a lot to do every day from Bridge to Bingo to Trivial Pursuit. They have an area with a gym too. She used to sing in a singing group when she first went in, but I don't think that's still going on. There are plenty of things and activities there. They have movie nights, an early evening movie thing. There's a long list of things to do every day. There are at least 4 or 5 things to do. It is a beautiful facility. I would recommend it to anybody. Since Bonita bought it, she's had like a $300 almost $400 increase and nobody seems to be able to explain why. I've been dealing with it since December and they keep telling me they're going to figure out what is going on with her rent. I keep paying the rent. We've been paying $3700, which for a level 1 assisted living, I think, is a great value for what she's getting. Then it went up to almost over $4000 and I'm struggling to try to understand that. I've not been able to get anything done but I think they are actively trying to keep it around that. I'm just afraid if it goes too much over $4000, we would need another place to put her. When the place sells, it's always difficult but I know other places have the same issues and that's what my problem is with them right now."

"Belmont Village La Jolla was a beautiful facility and the food was great. All of the amenities were great. It was just that the square footage was way too small for what we would be paying. There was some ability to do art or something like that. They also had physical fitness activities. The facility was new, well thought out, and planned. The staff who gave us the tour was very helpful and very knowledgeable about their facility. All in all, a top level of service. They would provide meals 3 times a day. We had lunch there and the food tasted great, with lots of variety."

"The Most Exclusive, Upscale, Six-Bedroom Residential Care Estate Home in San Diego County" Rancho Santa Fe Villa is a six-bedroom, 5,500 sq estate built in 2003 offering Assisted Living and Residential Care. Situated on two acres with panoramic views of the ocean, sunset, golf course and mountains. Rancho Santa Fe Villa offers a large, secured outdoor courtyard with a fireplace and covered balcony. There are multiple fireplaces in the house with scenic dining areas. The house is fully upgraded, with artwork, designer furniture, an island kitchen with granite countertops and a skylight. There are great views from every room. The house is situated on a private lot with a 260 feet driveway with complete privacy in beautiful, natural surroundings. Our Specialized Care: In-house physician visits / on call In-house registered nurse visits / on call Physical therapy & rehabilitation Chiropractor Activities director Certified & trained caregivers Types of Care: Alzheimer's Dementia Memory Support Bed-Ridden Incontinence Ambulatory Non-Ambulatory Hospice Services: Medication Management Daily assistance with bathing, dining and grooming. Housekeeping & Laundry Three delicious daily homemade gourmet meals prepared by our chef, including special diets and snacks Assistance with walking Assistance with countenance Transportation to/from medical appointments Daily activities Pets are permitted and cared for To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search

"The staff at Ivy Park at Otay Ranch was very good with following up. We set up a tour at our convenience and we met with the marketing director, and she was very thorough. We sat down first and kind of talked about our needs and what we were looking for, then she gave us a tour of the facility and several different models. After the tour, she also followed up and we told her what we liked about the property and we are planning to go back. They offered us a lunch the first time but we had to pass. When we go back, we're going to have lunch and see the specific units that we were deciding amongst. They showed us four different options, but there were two that we were most interested in. The staff said before we come in, she would let me know if something happens to those units, so I appreciated that. What I liked most was that all the different levels of care were all within the one building. It would be easy for my loved one to navigate, going from their unit to the dining hall and where all the main activities would be versus several buildings or cottages or things like we saw at some of the other facilities. Ideally, she would be starting out in kind of an independent care versus the full-on memory care, and so the ability for her to make her way around the community without getting lost is important. They had a beauty salon, a dining room, a game room, and a library. They had all the amenities that were comparable to all the communities that we visited."

"No cookie cutter residences. Each cottage is unique and stylish. The Apartments are all well-appointed and modernized with views and balconies. The campus is beautiful and serene. The food is delicious and accommodates all tastes. The residents are friendly with a Mayberry atmosphere. You can take part in a multitude of activities or none if you so desire."