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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Memory care in Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe is about $5,913 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 37 communities, read 1121 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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We live in the independent living of Meridian. We have a beautiful 3bed 2.5 bath apartment. We really enjoy the lifestyle they offer us. We chose this place because of their amazing dining room. We don't...
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.
The Meridian at Lake San Marcos is located in San Marcos, California. It is unlike other assisted living facilities in that it is a luxury senior living community. Our homes are beautifully designed and furnished for independent living, assisted living, and care for those with dementia and...
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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 Uncle has no family in the area and I live in Canada, so it's great to know that he is well taken care of at Vista del Lago. Wonderful caring staff and fun activities. Being kept informed with pictures...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Vista del Lago is a memory care community located in a quiet residential community in the historic city of Escondido, San Diego County, California. Our staff provides a nurturing, caring environment for all of our residents, encouraging those with Alzheimer's or dementia to stay active. Numerous...
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This is a reasonably priced and friendly community. The staff are also very professional. They take the residents outside for walks, bingo, arts and crafts and more activities to keep the residents busy.
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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.
The medium-sized city of Escondido, California is rightly named; it comes from the Spanish word for hidden, and the city's location, nestled as it is in a shallow valley surrounded by a ring of rocky hills, makes it appear quite hidden indeed. Not so hidden, though, is Maple Manor Board &...
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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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Wonderful place with outstanding loving care. While Silverado Is not one of the newer places in town, it proved to be the best place for my Mom. My Mom just passed away this spring and was at Silverado for...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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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
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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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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!
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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...
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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...
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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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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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.
We offer a specialized program providing assistance 24 hours a day by trained caregivers who care and understand the unique needs of an Alzheimer's resident. Maple Manor caters to residents who value their freedom and independence, yet need a helping hand due to memory loss. Personalized...
Cost of memory care in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
The average cost of senior living in Rancho Santa Fe is $5,913 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 Rancho Santa Fe
Recent reviews for memory care in Rancho Santa Fe
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.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Varied and engaging activities for memory care residents. Reviews consistently mention the importance of activities for memory care residents, with several communities offering a range of options to keep residents engaged and stimulated. For example, at ActivCare at 4S Ranch, they have activities like themed lunch events, arts and crafts, bingo, and ...
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Dedicated and compassionate caregivers. Several reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of caregivers, helping to create a welcoming and caring environment for residents. For instance, at Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos, the staff are described as 'warm, caring, and involved'. At Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, o ...
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Secure and safe living environment. Safety is a top concern for many families when choosing a senior living community, and several reviews mention the peace of mind that comes with a secure environment. For example, at Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, the facility has multiple safety precautions in place, and residents are privileged ...
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Customizable meal options and high-quality food. Several reviews mention the importance of good food, and some communities offer customizable meal options to accommodate individual preferences. For example, at Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, there are multiple high-quality choices for all three meals, and residents have the option to request spe ...
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Open and inviting living spaces. Some reviews note that the ability to see other people passing by and have doors open can help make residents feel more at home. For instance, at Pacifica Senior Living Rancho Penasquitos, one resident expressed a desire for doors to be open to allow for greater visibility and social interacti ...
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Effective communication between families and staff. Clear and timely communication between families and staff is crucial when it comes to ensuring the well-being of residents. For example, at Pacifica Senior Living Rancho Penasquitos, while there is room for improvement in terms of staff availability, the community is described as having good c ...
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Rancho Santa Fe review score based on 237 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 237 reviews of 37 Rancho Santa Fe memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Rancho Santa Fe 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
Rancho Santa Fe review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Rancho Santa Fe 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 237 reviews of 37 Rancho Santa Fe memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Rancho Santa Fe 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.Rancho Santa Fe, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Rancho Santa Fe memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rancho Santa Fe memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe 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
86.5%
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.5%
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.6%
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.5%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe 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
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Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
64.9%
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Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe 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
51.4%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75.7%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
70.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
70.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.3%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
56.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
73%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.1%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.5%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75.7%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.1%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70.3%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.9%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
67.6%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75.7%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
81.1%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
62.2%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Monte Vista Village are the top-rated memory care facilities near Rancho Santa Fe, California. See full list of communities.
There are 37 memory care facilities near Rancho Santa Fe, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Rancho Santa Fe, California are Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Monte Vista Village. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 37 memory care facilities near you in Rancho Santa Fe, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, California ranges from $1100 to $30000. The average Memory Care cost in Rancho Santa Fe, California is $5,913. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Rancho Santa Fe, California typically starts at $1100. 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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