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Photo of Woodland Garden Residential Care
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Elite Manor II Residential Care Elite Manor II Residential Care is a residential care home in Escondido, California in San Diego County. We are located in a geographical location that is highly accessible by everyone. We can boast of the friendly neighborhood and serene environment brought about...
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Juehm Residential Care is the perfect place for my mom. From the moment we met the owner and staff, we felt like we were already a part of their warm and caring family. The home is immaculately clean and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Juehm Residential Care is a residential care home located in the city of Escondido in the county of San Diego, California. Located just two miles from downtown and three miles from a top ranked hospital, residents of this group home setting have easy access to any shopping, medical services,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Anne's Place III is located in Escondido, CA in San Diego County. This residential care home provides helpful support in a setting that is surrounded by rocky hills and full of natural beauty. Those who spend time in Escondido enjoy spending time at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Hungry Hawk...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Woodland Borden Care is a residential care home located in the tranquil town of San Marcos, CA in San Diego County. Our upscale charming community is located next to Woodland Park and Escondido Country Club, offering great spots for tourism. San Marcos is benefited by stunning hills views and the...
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Everything at this community has been great, there are literally no complaints. This community had a very warm feeling at first, it was home like. The food they served was good, it was like home cooked meals...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We are dedicated to quality care or residents, serving all residents with dignity, respect,and compassion.We encourage and support resident independence.Assisting residents to retain the ability to provide self-care is emphasized.We see our residents as whole individuals. In addition to...
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I like that the costs never increases. There could be a few more activities, they mostly do puzzles. They did have nice Easter activities. Owner is pretty responsive. They have a really good doctor that...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Chardonnay Residential Care is a senior care home located in the interesting city of San Marcos, California and in San Diego County. The city of San Marcos is full of many parks and recreational centers that allow residents to enjoy the warm and beautiful California weather while admiring the...
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Photo of Blueberry Hill Manor
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Blueberry Hill Manor Blueberry Hill Manor is a spacious senior care home located in the picturesque town of Valley Center, California. A quaint hamlet nestled in rolling hills of avocado orchards, live oak and sycamore trees. Valley Center boasts a stunning panoramic view which includes Rodriguez...
Photo of San Marcos Cottage
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
San Marcos Cottage is a residential care facility located in San Marcos, California on Granite Road. As one of the top senior care facilities in the area, we know that our residents want to feel comfortable every hour of the day. While other centers use only a skeleton crew at night, we have a...
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I found Vista Care while looking online for a site for my mom, who is 94 years old and has Alzheimer's. It turned out to be close to the previous place she was living and not hard to find. With a front...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Vista Care Assisted Living is a full-service Residential Care Home. We had our Home built in 2007 which gives our Residents chance to be one of the primary owners of rooms. Our staff offers high-quality, reliable care that you can count on. Care and Respect are our principal goals. You and...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.

Cost of assisted living in Escondido, CA

The average cost of senior living in Escondido is $4,809 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $3,133 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Escondido, CA vs. nearby cities

Escondido, CA
$4,809/mo
$4,717/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Escondido, CA vs. the state and national average

Escondido, CA
$4,809/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Escondido vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,809/mo
$6,052/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Escondido, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,709/mo
Private
$5,783/mo
Studio
$4,630/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,794/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,566/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,400/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Escondido over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Escondido, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Escondido.

What families are saying about assisted living in Escondido

Recent reviews for assisted living in Escondido

Pacifica Senior Living Vista

4.8
I recently visited my Grandmother and it was so sweet! How they hosted events for the residents was so heartwarming. The staff was so nice and welcoming, I really enjoyed how respectful and involved they are in my grandmothers care.

White Sands, a CCRC in La Jolla, CA

5.0
White Sands facility has everything from independent living to skilled nursing. They have a lot of activities to offer, it is in a really beautiful location. We could not be happier with our decision, we know our mother is safe there. The food is excellent with a wide range of choices. The rooms ...
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La Costa Golf Care in Carlsbad, CA

4.5
There are not a ton of activities at La Costa but my aunt does participate in a few. She has a patio and enjoys going outside. The staff are very nice and helpful. I have not tried the food but my aunt seems to like it and it seems to have a lot of nutrients.

Escondido review score based on 180 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 180 reviews of 65 Escondido assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Escondido review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Escondido review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Escondido, CA65 facilities
8.1
San Marcos, CA114 facilities
8.2
Vista, CA86 facilities

Review subcategories for Escondido assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 180 reviews of 65 Escondido assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Escondido resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Escondido assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Escondido assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Escondido, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Escondido assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Escondido that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
64.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
67.7%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.4%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.8%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Escondido assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Escondido Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.2%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70.8%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Escondido assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Escondido partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.2%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Escondido assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Escondido communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Escondido, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
27.7%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.2%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Escondido assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Escondido offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.2%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.1%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.4%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.2%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.6%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.8%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.9%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Escondido

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Escondido protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Cypress Court are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Escondido, California. See full list of communities.

There are 65 assisted living facilities near Escondido, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Escondido, California are Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Cypress Court. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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