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Memory care in San Luis Rey Heights offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in San Luis Rey Heights is about $6,054 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 12 communities, read 417 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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i visited Silvergate in Fallbrook a few times before i made the reccomendation to my mother . The facility , grounds , food , and mostly notably the caring staff is absolutely impressive. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
For more than 20 years, Silvergate Retirement Residence has been providing premier independent, assisted living, and Alzheimer's and Dementia accommodations and services to North San Diego County. Located in the quaint village of Fallbrook, our community is conveniently close to shopping and...
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This has been a wonderful place for my parents who are in their 90s but still very active. The Staff is very caring. The facility is well kept, with a comfortable Homie atmosphere. Food has been excellent....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Regency Fallbrook's assisted living options offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, retirement community setting. It's the perfect alternative for seniors who can no longer live on their own at home, yet don't need...
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All but activities are 5. Activities gets 3. Activities at [community removed] were very good so maybe we're spoiled. But maybe the clients at Cypress aren't as high functioning. More people in assisted and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cypress Court embraces the wonderful climate North County San Diego has to offer. Nestled in Escondido, California, we are centrally located near shopping, entertainment, theaters, and all the conveniences of a thriving town. As you walk through our doors, you will feel an immediate sense of...
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The constant change of administrative staff is kind of annoying. I wish they would put an importance of keeping the staff. Very high turnover rate for what they are charging. The food could always be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Rancho Vista Senior Living, located in Vista, California, offering multilevel retirement that provides independent living, assisted living, Alzheimer's and dementia care, and health and rehabilitation all on one convenient campus.Rancho Vista Senior Living is a multilevel retirement...
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55 Floor plans available
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Always very clean. Staff has been great and very friendly. The care services are a 5 so far. We just recently had Pacifica take over meds Admin staff are nice. Took a while to get the accounting straight. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Oceanside, a full service senior living community half an hour north of San Diego, close to the historic Oceanside Pier. Our seaside luxury senior living retirement community in the midst of an unparalleled climate & rich in comfort, convenience, services and amenities allowing...
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Good place to live for me. Wonderful staff and many activities. Food is generally ok. I have no significant complaints, except food service is very slow. Also a bit lax meeting my food allergy concerns.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fairwinds — Ivey Ranch offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of elegant retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Fairwinds — Ivey Ranch...
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Staff is very nice. Be careful of the financial people. Sometimes they need some extra explaining the food is great. Room sizes are spacious and they are more than enough activities to keep anyone busy.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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My sweet best friend recently needed memory care and we chose Vista Gardens. It was a hard and emotional decision to move her from her home but the staff at the community made it easier! We chose it because...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Vista Gardens is a family owned and operated Memory Care Community located in the serene country-side of Vista, California. We have designed a Memory Care facility that provides for the well-being of your loved one in an innovative, safe and secure environment. Our care services are personalized...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
ItÆs hard, after a lifetime of helping others and achieving the goals weÆve set, to admit that we need assistance in order to maintain an independent lifestyle. Country Gardens is there for that time when a senior and their family have to recognize that they need a hand in order to give a family...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Wanted to "Thank" [Name Removed] & staff for their loving care of both my parents: [Name Removed] until their passing respectively [Dates Removed] . I was my parents primary care giver for 3 years until...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Ascot Home Care is a residential care home in charming Vista, California, in northwest San Diego County. Vista is home to many fun family attractions, such as the Wave Water Park, the Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum, Alta Vista Gardens and numerous beautiful city parks. With it's many...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Your New Lifestyle AwaitsNo chores, housework, or upkeep—only bright, rich days in a coastal paradise. Sound too good to be true? Welcome to The Hacienda Mission San Luis Rey, where you can finally have your day in the sun.Explore Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-Term...
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Cost of memory care in San Luis Rey Heights, CA

The average cost of senior living in San Luis Rey Heights is $6,054 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $3,962 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in San Luis Rey Heights, CA vs. nearby cities

San Luis Rey Heights, CA
$6,054/mo
$6,246/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in San Luis Rey Heights, CA vs. the state and national average

San Luis Rey Heights, CA
$6,054/mo
U.S. national average
$4,918/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in San Luis Rey Heights vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,054/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in San Luis Rey Heights, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,360/mo
Studio
$4,916/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,504/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,483/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in San Luis Rey Heights over time

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What families are saying about memory care in San Luis Rey Heights

Recent reviews for memory care in San Luis Rey Heights

Santianna in Carlsbad, CA

4.8
They did not do a good job onboarding but the staff is new and friendly and our loved one has settled in. It's rather expensive [fee removed] a month but it is brand new and very nice. Out of the other communities we toured Santianna is by far the nicest facility, and so far the care has been ...
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Renaissance Village Murrieta

4.3
It was a good community while I was there. The room size was fair. the food was excellent and they had a variety. The staff was very friendly and efficient and communicated well. They were quick to respond if there were any issues I would recommend the community.

Everest at Oceanside

5.0
We would have to give Everest at Oceanside a 5 for all so far. They have great communication with me for all needs and care and I would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.

San Luis Rey Heights review score based on 47 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 47 reviews of 11 San Luis Rey Heights memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The San Luis Rey Heights review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

San Luis Rey Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
San Luis Rey Heights, CA11 facilities
8.7
8.5
Oceanside, CA28 facilities

Review subcategories for San Luis Rey Heights memory care

When memory care 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 47 reviews of 11 San Luis Rey Heights memory care communities. This chart helps you compare San Luis Rey Heights resident and family memory care 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
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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San Luis Rey Heights memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Luis Rey Heights memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Luis Rey Heights, 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 San Luis Rey Heights memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in San Luis Rey Heights 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
72.7%
65.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.4%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.8%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.4%
28.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.7%
61.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in San Luis Rey Heights memory care

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 San Luis Rey Heights Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
San Luis Rey Heights, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
74.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.5%
46.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.7%
70.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
45.5%
26.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in San Luis Rey Heights memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of San Luis Rey Heights 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
36.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
72.7%
45.2%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
42%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
72.7%
50.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.4%
20%
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Availability of select dining options in San Luis Rey Heights memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of San Luis Rey Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
72.7%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.7%
40.5%
Room service
Room service
72.7%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
45.5%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Luis Rey Heights memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in San Luis Rey Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
46.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.6%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
54.5%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
54.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
61.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
72.7%
40%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
72.7%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
72.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
63.6%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.5%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Cypress Court are the top-rated memory care facilities near San Luis Rey Heights, California. See full list of communities.

There are 12 memory care facilities near San Luis Rey Heights, California. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in San Luis Rey Heights, California are Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Westmont of Encinitas. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 12 memory care facilities near you in San Luis Rey Heights, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in San Luis Rey Heights, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in San Luis Rey Heights, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in San Luis Rey Heights, California ranges from $850 to $30000. The average Memory Care cost in San Luis Rey Heights, California is $6,054. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in San Luis Rey Heights, California typically starts at $850. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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