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Memory care in Olivenhain 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 Olivenhain is about $6,222 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 36 communities, read 1185 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My husband who has Alzheimer's, has been a resident at ActivCare at 4S Ranch for [time frame removed]. Before I placed my husband in their care, I researched and visited at least 15 facilities in my area. ...
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.
ActivCare 4S Ranch is a full-service memory care community that provides specialized assisted living for those with Alzheimer's or related dementias.As pioneers in memory care, ActivCare has been enhancing life for those with memory loss for more than 30 years. It's our sole focus.Purpose-built...
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The Manse is a lovely facility with a real feeling of "home" for its residents. The atmosphere is family-like and is evident in the relationship the staff develops with each resident. Most importantly,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Located in the beautiful northern part of San Diego county, The Manse exists as a beautiful, two-story colonial styled home for the elderly. With services ranging from assisted living, respite care, to Dementia care, The Manse is committed to providing for all the needs of your loved one during...
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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...
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.
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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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.
Our mission at Villa Bernardo is serving seniors in such a manner that preserves their dignity and promotes their independence while enhancing their quality of life. We have well-trained staff to take care of your loved ones like our own mom or dad.
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My dad and my whole family loves this place!! Employees go above and beyond [name removed], [name removed] and [name removed]. The facility is also very affordable!
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.
Hilltop Vistas await you! The evening lights of the city twinkle from below. Situated high above downtown Escondido, we are close to everything yet quiet. Owned and operated by the Cook family for three generations, Crest View Manor offers experience in caring for your loved one. We are large...
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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...
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.
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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My mom is in good care from this community. It is a clean facility and all is good within. Her meals are included and my mom thinks the food taste good. Overall it has been an excellent experience but we are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Seacrest Village at Encinitas Seacrest Village at Encinitas is located in Encinitas, CA. This independent living community provides seniors with a caring place to call home in a great location. Encinitas is a part of San Diego County, and it provides residents and guests with opportunities to...
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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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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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After I retired, my daughter felt it was important for her to live nearby in case my wife and I might need some assistance. That was nice of her, but I was disappointed to find out later that she had turned...
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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Cost of memory care in Olivenhain, CA

The average cost of senior living in Olivenhain is $6,222 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include French Valley, CA with an average of $4,112 per month.

Memory care costs in Olivenhain, CA, vs. nearby cities

Olivenhain, CA
$6,222/mo
$6,314/mo

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

Olivenhain, CA
$6,222/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,222/mo

Memory care costs in Olivenhain, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,291/mo
Studio
$5,908/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,242/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,326/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,698/mo

Senior living costs in Olivenhain 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: Olivenhain, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOlivenhain, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$6,222/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$4,866/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$4,859/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Olivenhain, CA:$6,222/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Olivenhain, CA:$4,866/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Olivenhain, CA:$4,859/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Olivenhain, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Olivenhain 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 Olivenhain, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Olivenhain 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 median 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Olivenhain, CA$6,204/mo$6,369/mo-2.6%
California$6,659/mo$6,395/mo+4.1%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Olivenhain, CA
2024 average cost:$6,204/mo
2023 average cost:$6,369/mo
Percent change:-2.6%
California
2024 average cost:$6,659/mo
2023 average cost:$6,395/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Olivenhain

Recent reviews for memory care in Olivenhain

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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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.

Marama in Vista, CA

4.8
Took extremely good care of my mom there. Very kind and loving and caring lots of communication with us in our family and it was unbelievably clean. Wonderful food was served and snacks .if you're looking for a safe place for your family member highly suggest this home. It was a blessing for ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Many reviews mention clear and effective communication between families and staff, allowing everyone to stay informed and ensure care needs are being met. At Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos, for example, families appreciate the responsiveness and updates from the care team.
Customized care for memory care residents. Several reviews highlight personalized care for residents with memory care needs, such as customized activities and individualized attention. For example, at ActivCare at 4S Ranch, staff take great care to meet the unique needs of each resident.
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Numerous reviews describe the friendly and homelike atmosphere at the communities, with staff greeting residents by name and creating a sense of camaraderie. At Summerfield of Encinitas Memory Care, for instance, residents enjoy socializing in the community's common areas.
Professional and attentive medical care. Reviews often praise the quality of medical care provided at the communities, with on-site nurses and quick response times to medical emergencies. For example, at Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, staff went above and beyond to ensure a resident received prompt care after a fall.
Engaging activities for memory care residents. Activities that stimulate memory care residents are frequently mentioned in reviews, with residents enjoying games, crafts, and social events. At ActivCare at Bressi Ranch, for instance, staff organize regular activities tailored to residents' interests.
Cleanliness and maintenance of community spaces. Reviews commend the clean and well-maintained facilities, both in terms of private rooms for residents and communal areas like dining rooms and activity spaces. At Vista Gardens Memory Care, for example, maintenance requests are handled promptly.
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Olivenhain review score based on 200 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 200 reviews of 34 Olivenhain memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Olivenhain 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

Olivenhain review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Olivenhain, CA34 facilities
8.3
Encinitas, CA33 facilities
8.2
Solana Beach, CA20 facilities

Review subcategories for Olivenhain 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 200 reviews of 34 Olivenhain memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Olivenhain 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.
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Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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Olivenhain memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Olivenhain memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Olivenhain, 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 Olivenhain 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 Olivenhain that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Olivenhain, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
91.2%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.8%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
91.2%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
52.9%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
88.2%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Olivenhain 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 Olivenhain 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
88.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
82.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
47.1%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Olivenhain 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 Olivenhain 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
55.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
79.4%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
73.5%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
79.4%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.2%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Olivenhain 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 Olivenhain communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
73.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
76.5%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
61.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
52.9%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Olivenhain 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 Olivenhain offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
79.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
64.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
82.4%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
85.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
79.4%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
73.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
79.4%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
85.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
61.8%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
85.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Olivenhain

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