Assisted Living Communities in Escondido, California
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Escondido, CA below include 147 Assisted Living facilities with 1135 reviews. On average in Escondido, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Escondido, CA and Nearby Cities
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
Paying for Assisted Living in Escondido
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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Escondido
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.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Escondido, CA
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
Free Assisted Living Resources in Escondido
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. |
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Escondido
The 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.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Escondido
- Escondido has an average cost of living index of 142.8, which, although above the national index of 100, is below California’s 149.9. Consequently, seniors typically find Escondido to be more affordable than most cities in the state. This is particularly true of health costs, which are lower than the state and national medians.
- Escondido’s climate is particularly senior-friendly. With winter temperatures averaging 43 degrees and summer at 86, older residents don’t experience extremes in weather. The low annual rainfall of 14 inches means humid heat isn’t common either. There are also 266 sunny days, on average, per year, which is far above the norm for the country.
- Although the city’s air quality is one point below the U.S. average of 58/100, seniors needn’t be any more concerned about pollution than the typical American. However, they can be assured of excellent drinking water as Escondido scores 75/100, which is 20 points above the national median.
- Although crime statistics never look good, Escondido’s show the city to be safer than most. According to Neighborhood Scout, the chances of being a victim of violent crime is 1 in 280, which is lower than the 1 in 227 for California. Property crime is also less common, with the chances being 1 in 62 against the state average of 1 in 43. In both examples, Escondido is safer than the typical U.S. city.
- FACT (Facilitating Access to Coordinated Transportation) is a nonprofit that seeks to connect seniors throughout San Diego County with low-cost public and private transportation services. These can include local bus and senior center transport programs, paratransit services and ride-sharing. Seniors can find a ride that suits them by calling the organization’s number or by visiting its website.
- Seniors on low to moderate incomes can get free help preparing their state and federal tax returns from Senior Service Council Escondido. It’s a nonprofit organization that operates through the IRS TCE (Tax Counseling for the Elderly) Program.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Escondido
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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Reviews of Communities Nearby
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James
5.0
Review of Gardens at Escondido
Gardens at Escondido is the one that impressed me a lot. They have wide open spaces and not a lot of crowding. There's a lot of attention given to each patient. They have a lot of gardens around...
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Julie
5.0
Review of Gardens at Escondido
I like the size of Gardens at Escondido. The rooms were a nice size. The staff who gave the tour was friendly and helpful. The building was very updated and very clean. The community was very quiet...
Provider response
Hi Julie, 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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Pam
5.0
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...