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

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Photo of Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Our family cannot say enough wonderful things about Rancho Peñasquitos Senior Living. Making the decision to place a loved one in assisted living is never easy, but from the moment we walked through 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.
Nestled among the scenic canyons and nature preserves of northern San Diego County, Rancho Peñasquitos Senior Living offers a vibrant and welcoming environment designed to help residents thrive. With a convenient location just off Interstate 15, our community combines the tranquility of nature...
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I would definitely recommend to others! There are plenty of activities for residents to participate in. Great staff. If anything out of the ordinary happened with my parents they call. I feel like I'm kept...
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.
Do more of what you love every day.At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC), you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus.With several floorplans to choose from, including studio, one-bedroom and...
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9.4
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It's a beautiful facility, overall well kept up. Now and then some hiccups (eg elevator breakdown or problem with a/c). Food is generally very good, with some delays in service in the dining room. Servers...
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.
In Laguna Niguel, California, Crestavilla – a Kisco Signature Residence – is a modern senior living community designed to make it easier for older adults to fully enjoy the natural beauty, relaxed spirit and effortless luxury of coastal living. Crestavilla is pursuing LEED® certification for...
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We are happy we found a place where my 92-yr old Mom can be safe, have healthy meals, medicines given, social interaction, ATRIA BUS to take her places, caring staff. Have recommended ATRIA PARK, Temecula to...
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.
Overlooking the lush Temecula Valley wine country of Southern California, Atria Park of Vintage Hills provides amenity-rich, resort-style living for older adults. Located near the Old Town district, with easy access to shopping, dining, medical centers and places of worship, Atria offers a full...
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9.4
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Absolutely love it! I have a large one bedroom apart with plenty of storage. The food is excellent and people are friendly. There are lots of activities here. The grounds are beautiful. I am very happy here!
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.
Monte Vista Village Senior Living, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care services. The community features a resort-style setting with lush gardens, walking trails, and a heated swimming pool. Residents can choose from various floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, and...
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Happy residents - happy staff. When I 1st called A Home for Mom, our plan waa to explore options for the future. With a few key filters applied The Cottages at Palm Springs seemed to answer all of our needs...
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 heart of Palm Springs, California, Cottages at Palm Springs offers a warm and welcoming community for seniors seeking Assisted Living and Memory Care. With four assisted living cottages, two memory care cottages, and a central community center cottage, residents enjoy a home-like...
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Always room for improvement. [name removed], the Director of Sales that we dealt with was amazing. All the staff seem so kind and really engaged with the residents and each other!
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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What I like the most about the community is the blackjack, food and a different movie in the theater every night. They have Blackjack is 3 times a week and only $1.00 to play.
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.
WellQuest of Menifee Lakes, Menifee’s premier luxury senior living destination opened in July of 2021. WellQuest offers refined Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in a spectacular resort-inspired environment. WellQuest of Menifee Lakes features upgraded apartment homes with...
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What we like the most about Sunrise of Canyon Crest is the staff continuity, care and their friendliness. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had.
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 Canyon Crest Community & Location Highlights: Convenient location in central Riverside, CA Near Kaiser Permanente Health Care and Riverside Medical Center Beautiful views from resident apartments and common areas Near many cultural and historic activities for residents to...
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The caregivers are really friendly and genuine about their care. A lot of different activities which my mom enjoys so it's not boring. I've eaten there and the food is quite good. The room is very clean. The...
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.
Nestled in the exclusive community of Rancho Bernardo, The Remington Club is a vibrant, independent, and assisted living community surrounded by serene gardens, breathtaking mountain views, and centrally located near shopping and restaurants. Our newly refreshed common spaces provide...
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Photo of Sun City Gardens
99 Photos available
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9.3
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Mom complained about food, when she did come down and sat down ( chairs did move)and ordered food served was Luke warm or cold, when it should be hot or warm , no other complaints at this time.
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.
Sun City Gardens is a peaceful and quaint community in a beautiful neighborhood of Menifee, California. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care options, Sun City's manicured grounds, sunny atmosphere, and inviting community are the perfect place to call home. Relax, unwind,...
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1. 5 Excellent 2. 5 Excellent 3. 5 So absolutely Kind 4. 5 Amazing people from top 5. 5 Excellent, efficient and kind 6. 4 Good real food just a lot of peas and carrots 7. 5 Excellent. My mom is never in her...
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.
Vineyard Place awarded a "Great Place to Live" certification is a vibrant memory care community in the lovely Temecula Valley city of Murrieta. Approximately one mile from historical downtown Murrieta, Vineyard Place has been meticulously designed, with plenty of open spaces and sunlight, to...
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I love this placement que the people are very very nice. Everything is new and we have everything in our apartment. I go first walk. The chef does try to do his best but it is not easy because this is a big...
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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My husband felt that the food is excellent, I've been really happy with the staff. They they are great about keeping me posted about anything that happens or changes. They all seem very compassionate.
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.
Desert Hills Alzheimer's Special Care Center is a free-standing, specialized community that is dedicated to providing a program of care and activity for persons with cognitive limitations related to Alzheimer's disease or other related dementia. We offer long-term care, short term respite stays...
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9.3
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The staff seems pleasant but perhaps at times stretched too thin. Activities seem good just can't seem to get my mom involved though The food seems to have variety but not always hot temperature wise....
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 near the I-5 freeway, just east of the OSO Parkway, Sunrise of Mission Viejo is nestled in the heart of Mission Viejo adjacent to the Mission Viejo Country Club with a variety of suites that offer a wonderful view of the golf course and surrounding valley. We pride ourselves in...
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I feel the facility and staff are a good thing from what I've heard of other places. The room size is great. It has a has a normal size refrigerator. The bathroom is big and spacious. It's off of the...
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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What we like the most about the community are the staff members and the other residents. Yes, we would recommend Atria Del Sol to other families based on the experience so far. My Dad loves it there!
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.
Atria Del Sol is an inviting senior living residence serving active older adults. In addition to independent and assisted living options, our thoughtfully designed community now offers Life Guidance, Atria's innovative memory care program for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of...
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Staff is awesome, Care is good, There is always something to do, Activities director always has plans for the people here, Food is good, AC in every room, Very clean, I'm very happy to be here Also there is...
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.
Redefine your independence with more time for what you want to do.Here at our assisted living community, you get to redefine your independence, pursue your favorite hobbies and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or trying something new like yoga, you have choices...
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They were the best place ever! I wish I had moved her closer a long time ago as I might have been referred to Hacienda sooner. My mom actually passed away on [date removed] in her bed at Hacienda. I can't...
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.
Hacienda Senior Living is located in a valley nestled between Southern California's San Jacinto Mountains and the City of Hemet, California, is the ideal lifestyle solution for senior residents with individual and unique needs. Our Passion is to create an environment where your well-being is at...
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5 all the way through. The Pasea has been the best move we could have done for our mother. The staff is amazing and helpful. The medical and care teams always keep me updated with any news or changes. They...
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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Everyone is super helpful, the facility is extremely clean and organized, and conveniently located. Yes, we would recommend Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine community to other families based on the experience so...
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.
ASSISTED LIVING/ENHANCED CARE/ MEMORY CARElocated in Woodbridge Irvine, close to shopping and freeways.ASSISTED LIVINGEnjoy more of what you love with personalized care and professional support at Woodbridge Terrace of Irvine. Our attentive and dedicated caregivers understand that every resident...
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I was very impressed with the care provided. The entire staff were attentive to my father's needs while caring for multiple patients.
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.
Located in the heart of San Diego, the 123-apartment community offers studio & one bedroom apartments each with a private bathroom and individual climate control to ensure your comfort. We encourage you to bring your own furnishings and decoration to make you apartment your own. Residents feel...
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They charge for everything. For example, my mom needed them to put compression socks on her in the am and remove before bedtime. They redid her assessment and started charging her for it. Even though it is...
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.
Endless PossibilitiesWhen you decide to make your home at our assisted living community in Murrieta, California, you are embarking on a new adventure full of endless possibilities. You can enjoy a beautiful private apartment, spacious common rooms and a community calendar that is practically...
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Staff is very dedicated. Communicate with ma all the time. They assist residents with celebrating all holidays and send me pictures of my mom. Food is wonderful. Fresh cooked. Staff keeps residents active...
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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My mother was a resident there for several months before her passing. I can't say enough about the beautiful care she received. There are some truly wonderful people working there. The facility is quite...
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.
Tucked away on a gorgeous property in La Mesa, CA, just minutes from downtown San Diego, The Montera defines care-focused senior living. From well-appointed studio and one bedroom apartments, to personalized care plans designed for each Assisted Living resident, to rejuvenating short-term stays,...
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Cost of memory care in Lilac, CA

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

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

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

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

Memory Care
$6,579/mo

Memory care costs in Lilac, 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 Lilac 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: Lilac, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLilac, 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
Lilac, CA:$6,579/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Lilac, CA:$5,179/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Lilac, CA:$4,303/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Lilac, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Lilac 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.

Lilac, CACA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Lilac, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Lilac 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
Lilac, 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%
Lilac, 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 Lilac

Recent reviews for memory care in Lilac

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.

Discovery Commons Raincross in Riverside, CA

4.3
The front of the door/reception area staff and staff who work directly with clients/residents are wonderful. Great communication, caring, helpful. The staff who applicants work with initially to sign up are wonderful too - communicate quickly and helpful. However, once we signed up there was ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and responsive staff. Several reviews highlight the attentiveness and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Las Villas Del Norte, the staff's quick response to concerns and emails is appreciated, while at Oakmont of Escondido Hills, the aides are praised for their wonderful care and ...
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Quality of care and safety measures. Reviews stress the importance of high-quality care and safety measures in senior living communities. For example, at Vista Gardens Memory Care, staff are attentive to residents' needs and handle facility/maintenance requests quickly. Additionally, at ActivCare at Bressi Ranch, care staff are ...
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Engaging activities and social events. Engaging activities and social events are valued in many senior living communities, as evidenced in reviews for ActivCare at Bressi Ranch, where residents participate in arts & crafts, puzzles, games, exercise, conversation, music, and themed lunch events. At Everest at Oceanside, residents ...
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Comfortable living spaces and homelike atmosphere. Some reviews mention the importance of comfortable living spaces and a homelike atmosphere for seniors. For instance, at Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, residents describe the community as a warm, welcoming place that feels like a vacation or a resort. At Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Mar ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Clear and effective communication between staff and families is crucial for ensuring the well-being of senior residents. At Everest at Oceanside, families appreciate honest and ongoing conversations with community staff to keep them informed and make sure care needs are being met. At Las Vill ...
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Strong sense of community and friendliness. A strong sense of community and friendliness is another desirable feature in senior living communities. For example, at Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos, residents have praised the staff for their warm and compassionate nature, while at Santianna, the facility is described as the ...
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AI generated from the text of family reviews

Lilac review score based on 1,303 family reviews

8.5
Review score220 facilities1303 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1303 reviews of 220 Lilac memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lilac 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

Lilac review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Lilac, CA220 facilities
8.5
Riverside, CA0 facilities
8.5
Anaheim, CA0 facilities

Review subcategories for Lilac 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 1,303 reviews of 220 Lilac memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lilac 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.
Lilac, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.8
Friendliness
3.8
3.9
Care services
3.4
3.6
Staff
3.6
3.7
Meals & dining
3.4
3.5
Activities
3.4
3.4
Value for cost*
3.4
3.5
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Lilac memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lilac memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lilac, 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 Lilac 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 Lilac that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lilac, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
74.5%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.5%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.5%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.2%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.5%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.8%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lilac 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 Lilac Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lilac, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70%
72.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.3%
45.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.9%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.1%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lilac 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 Lilac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lilac, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.9%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.8%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
58.6%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65.5%
50.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.5%
22.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lilac 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 Lilac communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lilac, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.2%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.7%
40%
Room service
Room service
55.9%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.7%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lilac 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 Lilac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lilac, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
65.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.8%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.9%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.1%
53.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.3%
51%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.9%
59.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.3%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.2%
35.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.5%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
65.9%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
49.1%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.2%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.5%
46.1%
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State regulations for memory care in Lilac

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 Lilac protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Golden Creek, Sunny Rose Senior Living and Wildomar Senior Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Lilac, California. See full list of communities.
There are 242 memory care facilities near Lilac, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Lilac, California are Atria Golden Creek, Sunny Rose Senior Living and Regency Fallbrook. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 242 memory care facilities near you in Lilac, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Lilac, 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 Lilac, 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 Lilac, California ranges from $2800 to $19500. The average Memory Care cost in Lilac, California is $6,579. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Lilac, California typically starts at $2800. 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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