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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in South Oceanside, CA
Memory care in South Oceanside 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 South Oceanside is about $6,497 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 30 communities, read 1159 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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, 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 South Oceanside, CA
The average cost of senior living in South Oceanside is $6,497 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include French Valley, CA with an average of $4,079 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in South Oceanside, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in South Oceanside, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in South Oceanside, CA by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in South Oceanside over time
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What families are saying about memory care in South Oceanside
Recent reviews for memory care in South Oceanside
Everest at Oceanside
5.0
We would have to give Everest at Oceanside a 5 for all so far. They have great communication with me for all needs and care and I would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
Santianna in Carlsbad, CA
4.4
Overall, my parents are loving living in Santianna. The staff is fantastic. Everyone in the community appears to be friendly and nice.
The food has been an ongoing issue. While everything else about living at Santianna has been positive, the meals have been an ongoing negative. While there ...
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Crest View Manor, Inc. in Escondido, CA
5.0
My mom really liked Crest View Manor. It has a great staff and is very clean. I would definitely recommend Crest View Manor to anyone. They were great. Unfortunately my mom was there during Covid, so there wasn't too much activities taking place. But it was a great facility.
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Proper care and attention for residents' medical needs. Residents and their families often express concern about the level of medical care provided at communities, such as ensuring medication is administered properly and hearing aids are charged. At Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos, staff were commended for their responsiveness and atte ...
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Great communication between staff and families. Clear and effective communication between staff and families is a priority for many, allowing everyone to stay informed about care and ensure needs are being met. Families of residents at Heritage Hills Memory Care and Everest at Oceanside praised the staff for their openness and responsiven ...
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Wide range of activities for cognitive stimulation. Residents value opportunities for cognitive stimulation through activities, such as puzzles, music, and games. Families of residents at Sunrise of La Costa, ActivCare at Bressi Ranch, and Vista Gardens mentioned the benefits of these offerings and recommended the communities for this reaso ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents appreciate well-designed and maintained living spaces that foster a sense of comfort and familiarity. Families of residents at Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos and Sunrise of La Costa praised the cleanliness and renovations in the communities, making their loved ones' r ...
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Caring and attentive staff. The kindness, patience, and compassion of staff members is a common theme in residents' and families' reviews. Families of residents at Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos, Heritage Hills Memory Care, and Everest at Oceanside described the staff as genuinely caring and attentive t ...
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Accessibility to transportation for appointments. Access to convenient transportation for doctor appointments and outings is essential for many residents and their families. Families of residents at Vista Gardens appreciated the shuttle service offered by their community.
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South Oceanside review score based on 242 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 242 reviews of 27 South Oceanside memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The South Oceanside 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
South Oceanside review score compared against nearby cities
8.8
South Oceanside, CA27 facilities
8.8
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8.8
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Review subcategories for South Oceanside 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 242 reviews of 27 South Oceanside memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Oceanside 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.South Oceanside, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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South Oceanside memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Oceanside memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Oceanside, 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 South Oceanside 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 South Oceanside 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
88.9%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.6%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.2%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.5%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.5%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in South Oceanside 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 South Oceanside 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
85.2%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70.4%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.5%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
48.1%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Oceanside 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 South Oceanside 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
51.9%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
77.8%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
70.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
77.8%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in South Oceanside 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 South Oceanside communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
74.1%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
77.8%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
74.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.4%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Oceanside 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 South Oceanside offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
74.1%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
77.8%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
63%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.1%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.5%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.5%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
77.8%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
74.1%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
81.5%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
81.5%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
81.5%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Cypress Court are the top-rated memory care facilities near South Oceanside, California. See full list of communities.
There are 30 memory care facilities near South Oceanside, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in South Oceanside, California are Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Cypress Court. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 30 memory care facilities near you in South Oceanside, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in South Oceanside, 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 South Oceanside, 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 South Oceanside, California ranges from $2500 to $30000. The average Memory Care cost in South Oceanside, California is $6,497. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in South Oceanside, California typically starts at $2500. 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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