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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in South Oceanside, CA

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Assisted living costs in South Oceanside average about $5,142 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 58 communities in South Oceanside. Our detailed directory has 1241 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Sunrise of La Costa
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44 Floor plans available
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9.7
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95 reviews
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The main reason we chose Sunrise of La Costa was because of the pricing and the low turnover of the staff there. The nursing staff have been great to work with.
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.
About Sunrise at La Costa Community & Location Highlights: Convenient location in Carlsbad, CA Adjacent to shopping, dining, theaters, and more Near La Costa Urgent Care and Scripps Coastal Medical Center Beautifully manicured grounds, walking paths, and outdoor seating areas Sunrise at...
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55 Floor plans available
9.3
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11 reviews
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The staff and facility at Aegis Shadow Ridge is the best I've seen: their activities, the transitions program, the family nights, the app where I can see what my mother is doing is outstanding, and the...
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.
If you're looking for a place where you or your loved one can celebrate life, welcome to Aegis at Shadowridge. Situated minutes from the beach, Aegis at Shadowridge is conveniently located near shopping, churches, and recreation. More than just an address, Aegis is a lifestyle - from wonderful...
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Photo of Brookdale San Marcos
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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110 reviews
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Great value; staff is welcoming and friendly. Very clean, food is great. They were outstanding to my mother. I toured several facilities and this was hands down the best! We like the resident Counsil, they...
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.
Redefine your independence and do more of what you love.Here at our assisted living community, you’ll have help with the little things like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing and getting dressed, too. And we’ll customize your care to your specific needs. We know that peace of mind...
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Photo of Alta Vista Senior Living
2222 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.2
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119 reviews
9.2
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What we like the most about Alta Vista is the facility and staff are great but you still need to be proactive and bring any issues immediately to their attention. So they can address it.
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.
At Alta Vista Senior Living, excellence is not enough; we strive to go beyond that. As an award-winning senior living campus in Vista, CA, we welcome seniors with an innovative blend of expert care, personalized plans, lifestyle-focused amenities, and inclusive activities. Residents will find...
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Photo of Rancho Vista Senior Living
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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81 reviews
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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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Photo of Brookdale Oceanside
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22 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about Brookdale Oceanside is everyone there, staff and administration, is very friendly and attentive to Mom's needs. Yes, we would recommend the community to other families especially...
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.
If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our senior living community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take an art class or join your friends for happy hour. We’ll take...
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Photo of Everest at Oceanside
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Very friendly people. My dad passed away there, and the support and kindness we felt was amazing. I know some of the admin staff have changed there since my dad passed, so idk how they are now.
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.
You’re going to love it at Everest at Oceanside. Enjoy the classic California beach community with warm, sandy beaches, historic wooden pier, and Cape Cod style harbor village. Live the laid-back lifestyle of the beach, close to a variety of stores, entertainment options, and great ways to enjoy...
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Photo of Oceanside Senior Living
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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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Photo of Laguna Estates Senior Living
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I keep moving more things into this lovely place. The people are very friendly, both the residence and the staff. This facility is clean. My view is spectacular. If I had any complaints, it would be that I...
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.
At Laguna Estates Senior Living we acknowledge that every individual requires different levels of care at varying points of their lives. We are dedicated to providing specialized care specifically tailored to each resident’s unique needs throughout the aging experience. Our levels of care include...
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Photo of Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos
99 Photos available
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95 reviews
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We toured a place in Carlsbad that was much more expensive but looked more institutionalized. Silvergate is much more homey, broken down into neighborhoods. Also, staff ratios were much better. I visit very...
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 the North San Diego County. Located near the beautiful Lake San Marcos, our community is conveniently near popular...
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Photo of ActivCare at Bressi Ranch
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8.6
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17 reviews
8.6
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Staff are kind and loving to the residents. Really blew away my preconceptions of what memory care would be like. My mother had a private room with her own bathroom. The room size was fine. She had a...
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.
ActivCare at Bressi Ranch is a specialized senior living community that serves the changing needs of those with Alzheimer's or related dementias by offering a continuum of living options. The focus of each day is always on enhancing the lives of each and every resident.ActivCare at Bressi Ranch's...
Photo of Hillside Garden
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The food, in particular. Fresh, wholesome meals are prepared daily with a homemade soup every day. The facility is very clean and homey. The staff is conscientious and warm. It's also in an excellent, quiet...
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.
Come be a part of our extended family at one of our five beautiful locations in Carlsbad, California. We provide private rooms, a warm family atmosphere and a caring staff 24 hours a day. Nutritious and balanced home-cooked meals are served daily with accommodation made for residents with special...
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The staff were friendly, kind, accommodating and experienced, they made the move in process easy and the meals seemed homemade and great. I would highly recommend this facility to others.
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.
Come be a part of our extended family at one of our five beautiful locations in Carlsbad, California. We provide private rooms, a warm family atmosphere and a caring staff 24 hours a day. Nutritious and balanced home-cooked meals are served daily with accommodation made for residents with special...
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Photo of La Costa Elder Care
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La Costa Elder care is the perfect fit for my mom. The caregivers are like family now. She had an easy transition and has settled into her new home. The house is clean and safe for her. Couldn’t be more...
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.
Come be a part of our extended family at one of our five beautiful locations in Carlsbad, California. We provide private rooms, a warm family atmosphere and a caring staff 24 hours a day. Nutritious and balanced home-cooked meals are served daily with accommodation made for residents with special...
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Photo of Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch
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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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Photo of Ocean Hills Senior Living
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55 Floor plans available
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28 reviews
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28 reviews
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Ocean Hills was amazing. Wonderful, caring staff and residents. Beautiful facility. Great activities. They gave my Mom a wonderful additional year to her life. I would tell others that you should never...
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.
When you or your loved one is ready to live within a cared-for community dedicated to health, wellness, and an intellectually stimulating future, look no further than Ocean Hills. Your private, beautiful and tranquil home is located on the Southern California coast – a beautiful setting for...
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Photo of Sunrise of Oceanside
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77 Floor plans available
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My sister in law moved over to the [name removed] because she wanted a pool, and larger gym. Also the food menu was more pleasing to her
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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Photo of Santianna
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Excessive turnover in leadership positions. No nurse on staff in memory care is a problem. Facility is always clean and smells fresh.
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.
Santianna provides an inviting lifestyle in a setting of exceptional natural beauty. Set on a picturesque hillside in Carlsbad, our vibrant community enjoys expansive views of the ravine and town below. We are a luxury property that values strong relationships and is dedicated to providing...
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Photo of La Marea Senior Living
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28 reviews
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The food and activities were very good. The surrounding environment is semi-industrial and not conducive to outdoor activity. Promises of regular physical therapy we're not kept. Thankfully, [name removed]...
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.
La Marea Senior Living offers unparalleled service, impeccable amenities and thoughtfully designed surroundings that inspire residents to live elevated lives. We always go the extra mile to make our residents feel at home and provide them with exceptional care. La Marea offers Assisted Living and...
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It's a great community, and it's all about your family's situation. We have two loved ones who have been at Brookdale Carlsbad. One of them has been there almost a decade and has lots of friends. The...
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.
Age well and live well with the care you need, when you need it.At our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, you’ll have the care you need when you need it with assisted living, Alzheimer’s and dementia care and skilled nursing all on one campus. Plus, you’ll have the lifestyle you want...
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The staff is very friendly. The premises are really clean. I feel that my loved one is being well taken care of. It would be nice if they had a menu to show what the meals were going to be for that day or...
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 have 5 beautiful facilities across Carlsbad and La Costa in sunny southern California where we offer individual care and diet plans, a 1 to 3 staff-resident ratio, dementia care, hospice care, and respite care services. We schedule regular visits from mobile doctors, nurses, physical...
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Photo of Shadowridge (Renovation Fall 2019)
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The Manse is a lovely facility with a real feeling of "home" for its residents. The atmosphere is family-like and is evident in the relationship the staff develops with each resident. Most importantly,...
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.
Located in the beautiful northern part of San Diego county, The Manse exists as a beautiful, two-story colonial styled home for the elderly. With services ranging from assisted living, respite care, to Dementia care, The Manse is committed to providing for all the needs of your loved one during...
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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.
Avocado Gardens, our Senior Living Community, is located in Encinitas, CA and has a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean. It also has a spectacular garden in the back which creates a relaxed and peaceful environment. Being a smaller, more intimate community, we can provide more personalized care...
Photo of Vista Gardens Memory Care
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6.0
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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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It's a very friendly community. Some of the staff have been there for a very long time, and I think that speaks volumes. They're very friendly but very busy. I think they could probably use another person...
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.
Come be a part of our extended family at one of our five beautiful locations in Carlsbad, California. We provide private rooms, a warm family atmosphere and a caring staff 24 hours a day. Nutritious and balanced home-cooked meals are served daily with accommodation made for residents with special...
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Cost of assisted living in South Oceanside, CA

The average cost of senior living in South Oceanside is $5,142 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include French Valley, CA with an average of $3,328 per month.

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

South Oceanside, CA
$5,143/mo
$4,777/mo

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

South Oceanside, CA
$5,143/mo
U.S. national average
$4,689/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,143/mo
$6,601/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,759/mo
Private
$6,333/mo
Studio
$4,871/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,166/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,932/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,165/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in South Oceanside over time

South Oceanside, CACA stateNational

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What families are saying about assisted living in South Oceanside

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Oceanside

Rancho Vista Senior Living

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kind and compassionate nature of the staff in various communities, including Oceanside Senior Living, Rancho Vista Senior Living, and Brookdale San Marcos. Families and residents express their appreciation for the long-term friendships that have been formed with ca ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Communities like Everest at Oceanside, Brookdale San Marcos, and Ocean Hills Senior Living offer a wide range of activities designed to keep residents engaged and active. These include bingo, lectures, social hours, live music, and even virtual reality tours.
Thoughtful communication with families and residents. Families and residents at communities such as Alta Vista Senior Living, Brookdale San Marcos, and Santianna appreciate the frequent, detailed conversations that community staff members have to keep everyone informed and address care needs.
Properly maintained living spaces and grounds. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, including the private rooms and common areas. Examples include Alta Vista Senior Living, Brookdale San Marcos, and Brookdale Oceanside.
Individualized care plans and accommodations. Residents and their families frequently mention the accommodating nature of caregivers, allowing for individualized care plans and adjustments, as seen in reviews for Aegis at Shadowridge, Alta Vista Senior Living, and Oceanside Senior Living.
Diverse dining options and quality meals. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their community. Communities like Santianna, Sunrise of La Costa, and Everest at Oceanside offer diverse dining experiences and accommodations for dietary restrictions.
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South Oceanside review score based on 211 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 211 reviews of 52 South Oceanside assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Oceanside 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

South Oceanside review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for South Oceanside 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 211 reviews of 52 South Oceanside assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Oceanside 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.
South Oceanside, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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*Learn more about cost details

South Oceanside assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Oceanside assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Oceanside, 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 South Oceanside 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 South Oceanside that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Oceanside, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.5%
34.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
67.3%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.6%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.2%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.4%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.2%
48.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
82.7%
53.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Oceanside 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 South Oceanside Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Oceanside, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.7%
52.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
33.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.8%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Oceanside 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 South Oceanside partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Oceanside, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.8%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.1%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
44.2%
38.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71.2%
36.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Oceanside 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 South Oceanside communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Oceanside, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.4%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
44.2%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.8%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Oceanside 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 South Oceanside offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Oceanside, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
40.4%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
31.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.6%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.6%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
25%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.2%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Oceanside

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 South Oceanside protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 58 assisted living facilities near South Oceanside, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in South Oceanside, California are Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Westmont of Encinitas. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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