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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
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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.
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
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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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This is a wonderful caring facility. It is very clean and the staff is very kind and always attentive to the residents and their needs. The care here is a night and day difference from the previous facility...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Blue Skies of San Marcos is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly, providing personal care services in the peaceful and secure Stone Canyon gated community. We have been licensed since 2006 to provide care for just six seniors, which promotes a more personal level of assistance than is...
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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
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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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Villa Monticello Assisted Living is great. I really was very satisfied with the services they provided. The staff there are very caring. The facility is really clean. It was just an all around good...
Provides: Memory Care
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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 Villa MonticelloVilla Monticello Assisted Living is a 29-bed Escondido Assisted Living facility. We provide care for ambulatory or non-ambulatory residents who have mild to moderate dementia and frail elderly who may have physical and/or medical challenges that require full care and...
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The cleanliness of the community really stood out to us, looking at all the residents they are clean and happy. Our loved one is always impeccably clean. The staff members are very friendly, we like the size...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Hilltop Country Estate is an exclusive community of 10 residents offering an individualized and personalized care in a warm and homelike atmosphere. We serve seniors who are frail needing close supervision and assistance including those who may be suffering from different forms of mild to...
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The owner was very nice and helpful. I was in an extremely stressful situation. He was very kind and patient, helped me immensely. The live in caregivers were very kind and helpful. The house is lovely with...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Serving North County San Diego for over seventeen years. The Tenenbaum Villa specializes in Alzheimer's and Dementia Care for ambulatory and non-ambulatory, and hospice. We are located in the beautiful residential community of La Costa (Carlsbad, San Diego, California). This home is near La...
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We have had a great experience at Champine Manor. My dad was on hospice when he went into the facility, they were able to give him medical attention and he was able to get off of hospice and has been...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
The Staff at Champine Manor has been chosen with one main objective-the happiness and care of our residents with a number of memory issues Dementia, Alzheimer's and long-term care, medication management. I'm Serby Zivku, the owner, Administrator, and licensee. I've been trained in...
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Wonderful place with outstanding loving care. While Silverado Is not one of the newer places in town, it proved to be the best place for my Mom. My Mom just passed away this spring and was at Silverado for...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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...
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My loved one has recently made the move into this community and even though he had a rough start the staff have done a great job at getting him adjusted. [Removed] has been amazing, she has worked closely...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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My Uncle has no family in the area and I live in Canada, so it's great to know that he is well taken care of at Vista del Lago. Wonderful caring staff and fun activities. Being kept informed with pictures...
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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 del Lago is a memory care community located in a quiet residential community in the historic city of Escondido, San Diego County, California. Our staff provides a nurturing, caring environment for all of our residents, encouraging those with Alzheimer's or dementia to stay active. Numerous...
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They were very helpful, and have always been quick to respond to our needs. The staff there is very well qualified and extremely friendly. I am 100% satisfied with Hawkins Suite. The only thing I can...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Hawkins Suite is proudly operated by Rolling Meadows Care Homes, Inc. and is an Award Winning home with an A+ rating by the BBB. With an RN living onsite, we are able to offer a higher level of care in a beautiful home with lots of love and laughter. At Hawkins Suite we are dedicated to the...
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I am a relative of a current/past resident [name removed] and his team at Golden Retreat in Vista cared for my 94-year old Father. They were kind and attentive to his needs. They provided my Father with the...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Located in the foothills of Vista, Golden Retreat offers its residents a beautiful private home with easy access to the surrounding areas and the Gloria E McClellan Senior Center located in Brengle Terrace Park.  We offer safe grounds with private rooms in the most gorgeous setting of mature...
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My mother has lived at Heritage Hills for almost four years. The current Executive Director, [name removed], and staff are the best I've experienced. The staff is kind and caring. The facility is clean and...
Provides: Memory Care
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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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We've been very pleased with them. We've found a place where my loved one seems to be very happy, and she feels cared for and in a good place now at Julia's Cottage. The staff are very efficient. They...
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.
Julia's Cottage is lead by Julia Goker herself. Julia is a physical therapist for over 20 years. Starting out at Grossmont Hospital followed by many years of experience in various settings including skilled nursing facilities striving to achieve Maximum Level of Independence for her patients, she...
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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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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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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
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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 a personalized assisted living facility located in Oceanside, California. We know how personal and emotional it is for all members in the family to take this big step, so we do our best to help guide you through and make it a positive and easy transition for all.Our goal is to understand...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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're located in beautiful Rancho Del Oro, Northview subdivision of Oceanside. Hospital and other medical facility close, easy access to the freeways and we're minutes away for parks, the beach ,downtown Oceanside, entertainment, malls and other shopping areas.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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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What families are saying about assisted living in Vista

Recent reviews for assisted living in Vista

Torrey Pines Senior Living in San Diego, CA

2.9
Very good services for safe assisted living, with perks not always available elsewhere, for seniors who are ambulatory. We picked this community, because of the proximity to home + 7/24 caregiver & nurse support.

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.

Cost of assisted living in Vista, CA

The average cost of senior living in Vista is 4684.61 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pala Mesa, CA with an average of 4210.06 per month.

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

Vista, CA

$4,685/mo

Pala Mesa, CA

$4,210/mo

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What is assisted living?

Assisted living is long-term care for seniors who are generally active and independent, but who require increased supervision and help with some daily tasks. Staff can assist residents with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Assisted living is also a good option for seniors seeking more socialization. Services and amenities in assisted living facilities often include:

  • Housekeeping
  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Help with personal care
  • Laundry
  • Social activities and outings
  • 24-hour emergency response
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