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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Carlsbad, CA
Memory care in Carlsbad 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 Carlsbad is about $6,316 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 35 communities, read 1253 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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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.
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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
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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.
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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This community has been great, it really has been wonderful. The staff members were very friendly and the care services were excellent as well as the meals and dining services there. We also think the value...
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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.
Each individual has their own life story. Memory Loss , Alzheimer's and dementia do not change one's needs for love, respect and dignity. Providing for these basic needs on a constant basis can be an overwhelming task for family members as a loved one's memory fails. At RanchView Senior Assisted...
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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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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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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Nestled between the neighboring villages of Del Mar and Rancho Santa Fe, La Vida Del Mar’s scenic coastal location features 105 spacious Independent Living residences. Honored as “One of America’s 50 Best Retirement Communities,” La Vida Del Mar offers a host of amenities including convenient...
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Cost of memory care in Carlsbad, CA
The average cost of senior living in Carlsbad is $6,316 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include French Valley, CA with an average of $4,079 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Carlsbad
Recent reviews for memory care in Carlsbad
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.
Santianna in Carlsbad, CA
4.4
Overall, my parents are loving living in Santianna. The staff is fantastic. Everyone in the community appears to be friendly and nice.
The food has been an ongoing issue. While everything else about living at Santianna has been positive, the meals have been an ongoing negative. While there ...
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Crest View Manor, Inc. in Escondido, CA
5.0
My mom really liked Crest View Manor. It has a great staff and is very clean. I would definitely recommend Crest View Manor to anyone. They were great. Unfortunately my mom was there during Covid, so there wasn't too much activities taking place. But it was a great facility.
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Attentive and responsive staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and care of the staff across various communities, with residents and their families expressing gratitude for their attentiveness and responsiveness to concerns and requests. For example, at Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos, the staff keeps families ...
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Engaging activities for memory care residents. Reviews highlight the importance of engaging activities for memory care residents, with families expressing appreciation for facilities like Silvergate Rancho Bernardo that provide a range of activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities. These activities help keep residents mental ...
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Secure and safe living environments. Residents and their families frequently mention the importance of safety in senior living communities, such as Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, which offers secure environments with 24/7 supervision and emergency response systems. This peace of mind allows both residents and families to relax and f ...
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Individualized care for diverse resident needs. Several reviews emphasize the importance of individualized care for residents with various needs, as seen in communities like ActivCare at Bressi Ranch, where staff members personalize care plans for each resident. This tailored approach ensures that residents receive the support they need to ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals and dining experiences. Nutrition and meal quality are essential aspects of senior living, and communities like Sunrise of La Costa receive high praise for their delicious, healthy meals that cater to individual dietary requirements. Residents look forward to mealtimes as social opportunities and opportunities to enj ...
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Communication and transparency between families and staff. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is crucial for ensuring peace of mind and addressing any concerns promptly. Facilities like Brookdale Oceanside prioritize open lines of communication, keeping families informed about their loved ones' progress and care plans.
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Carlsbad review score based on 271 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 271 reviews of 32 Carlsbad memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Carlsbad 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
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Review subcategories for Carlsbad 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 271 reviews of 32 Carlsbad memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Carlsbad 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.Carlsbad, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Carlsbad memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carlsbad memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad 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 Carlsbad 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
87.5%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.4%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
84.4%
72.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Carlsbad 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 Carlsbad Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
84.4%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
68.8%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.3%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carlsbad 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 Carlsbad 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
50%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
78.1%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
68.8%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
78.1%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Carlsbad 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 Carlsbad communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
75%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
78.1%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
68.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
46.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carlsbad 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 Carlsbad offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
75%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
75%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.1%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.3%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.1%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
75%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
65.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
81.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
81.3%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
56.3%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
81.3%
46.4%
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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 Carlsbad, California. See full list of communities.
There are 35 memory care facilities near Carlsbad, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Carlsbad, California are Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Cypress Court. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 35 memory care facilities near you in Carlsbad, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, California ranges from $850 to $30000. The average Memory Care cost in Carlsbad, California is $6,316. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Carlsbad, 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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