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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Del Mar, CA

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Memory care in Del Mar 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 Del Mar is about $6,579 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 159 communities, read 5323 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as San Diego, Oceanside and El Cajon.

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Last Updated: 9/28/26
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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.
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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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I'm quite impressed with La Vida. It was hard for my mom to make the decision to move out of the family home which she had lived in for 50-years. [Name removed] and the staff were always 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.
Welcome to Vintage Mission Viejo! Independent Senior Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in Mission Viejo, California.Make yourself at home at Vintage Mission Viejo in Mission Viejo, California. It’s a friendly, flexible environment that celebrates your individuality and nurtures your soul....
Provides: Assisted 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.
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I would tell others that it is a great community for independent living. It is very secure with a private gate. It is an upscale community. Our experience was during the pandemic. The staff are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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: Assisted 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.
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Cost of memory care in Del Mar, CA

The average cost of senior living in Del Mar is $6,579 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Riverside, CA with an average of $6,286 per month.

Memory care costs in Del Mar, CA, vs. state and national averages

Del Mar, CA
$6,579/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Del Mar, CA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,579/mo

Memory care costs in Del Mar, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,286/mo
Studio
$7,589/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,898/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,793/mo

Senior living costs in Del Mar vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Del Mar, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDel Mar, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$6,579/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$5,179/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$4,303/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Del Mar, CA:$6,579/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Del Mar, CA:$5,179/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Del Mar, CA:$4,303/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Del Mar, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Del Mar and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Del Mar, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Del Mar have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Del Mar, CA$6,793/mo$6,545/mo+3.8%
California$6,924/mo$6,714/mo+3.1%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Del Mar, CA
2024 average cost:$6,793/mo
2023 average cost:$6,545/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
California
2024 average cost:$6,924/mo
2023 average cost:$6,714/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Del Mar

Recent reviews for memory care in Del Mar

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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WellQuest of 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.

Crestview Villa 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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Personalized care for memory impairments. Several reviews highlight the importance of the staff's ability to connect with memory-impaired residents, ensuring they are involved in social activities and engaged in their daily lives. At Summerfield of Encinitas Memory Care, one resident's transition to memory care was successful, in part ...
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Thoughtfully designed facilities. Residents and families appreciate the cleanliness and well-planned design of communities, which include outdoor areas, secure exits, and thoughtful renovations. At Sunrise of La Costa, the facility's elegant upgrades and one-story layout were major factors in choosing a community for their lov ...
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Comforting atmosphere and homelike setting. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the communities, which feel like home to both residents and families. At Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, the residents were described as thriving in a happy, vibrant environment. Families like Silvergate Rancho Bernardo felt confident kno ...
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Secure and safe environment. Families express appreciation for the safety features of the communities, such as secure exits and attentive staff. At ActivCare at 4S Ranch, the staff's quick response during an emergency left the family feeling reassured and grateful. The secure environment at Rancho Penasquitos Senior Livi ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Communities offer a range of activities to meet residents' diverse interests, from arts and crafts to outdoor activities and social events. At Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, fields trips to concerts, plays, and museums were popular offerings, while Silvergate Rancho Bernardo mentioned the varie ...
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Exceptional staff and supportive community. Residents and families express gratitude for the compassionate and dedicated caregivers at the communities. At Summerfield of Encinitas Memory Care, the staff took the time to listen to residents' needs and concerns, offering daycare and outings to help them adjust to memory care. Silvergate ...
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Del Mar review score based on 841 family reviews

8.4
Review score159 facilities841 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 841 reviews of 159 Del Mar memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Del Mar 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

Del Mar review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Del Mar, CA159 facilities
8.6
Riverside, CA90 facilities
8.4
Anaheim, CA469 facilities

Review subcategories for Del Mar 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 841 reviews of 159 Del Mar memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Del Mar 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.
Del Mar, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.7
Friendliness
3.6
3.8
Care services
3.2
3.5
Staff
3.4
3.6
Meals & dining
3.2
3.3
Activities
3.2
3.3
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
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Del Mar memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Del Mar memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Del Mar, 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 Del Mar 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 Del Mar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Del Mar, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
74.2%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.4%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.2%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.5%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.2%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Del Mar 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 Del Mar Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Del Mar, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.8%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.1%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.6%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.8%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Del Mar 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 Del Mar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Del Mar, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.3%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.3%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
57.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.1%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Del Mar 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 Del Mar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Del Mar, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
57.2%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Del Mar 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 Del Mar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Del Mar, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
66%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.9%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.9%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.3%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.3%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.8%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.7%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.1%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
65.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
52.8%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.8%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Del Mar

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Del Mar protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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