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Assisted living costs in Del Mar average about $5,179 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 395 communities in Del Mar. Our detailed directory has 5913 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as San Diego, San Marcos and Oceanside.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
When living at home is no longer what it used to be, let us help. We dedicate our efforts in bringing your home closer by understanding your special needs and preferences. Our goal is to assist our clients with their daily needs while maintaining their independence in a homelike environment....
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Rancho San Diego Board and Care II is a residential care home located in El Cajon, California, in San Diego County. We are well positioned in a geographical area that overlooks a stunning mountainside. This creates beautiful scenery and a cool atmosphere that is ideal for you to live in. Besides...
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Fredericka Manor is an excellent residence for seniors. My mother has lived here since 2006. However, they just announced that they are closing their Care Center (June 2023). This means that residence...
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 father in law has been well cared for. The staff, including the nuns seem very friendly. His room is more than adequate size and is completely furnished.
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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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Loving Care Home For the Elderly is a three-bed board and care facility that provides assisted living to your senior loved ones in a small and personalized setting. Our trained staff will ensure that our residents receive excellent care in a homelike , safe and wholesome environment.Our...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
“A distinctive residential facility” Paradise residents benefit from a tranquil country residential setting that combines a life affirming residential setting. Our tranquil, scenic, secured, spacious, and pleasantly furnished two acre facility, with private and semi-private rooms, is able to...
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I am SO HAPPY with my mother's stay at this facility! The staff and facility are just terrific! The food always smells delicious and my mother loves to participate in activities. I enjoy watching the videos...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Newly remodeled home tailored in the need of Residents in their daily activities. Equipped with many safety features. We operate almost or better than bigger facilities at lesser price. We only hire experienced and caring Staff. Our Administrator is Licensed Vocational Nurse and Certified...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Berland Home Care Inc is located at 512 Berland Way, Chula Vista, California 91910. Our service has been described as warm and comforting. The services we offer are assisted living and dementia care. We provide care for those 60 years and older. The facility caters to both non-ambulatory and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Aerie Meadows Care Home is a senior assisted living location situated in beautiful El Cajon, California. With amazing, serene views of Dehesa Valley, there are not many better places in California to settle down yourself or a loved one. We are proud to offer some of the best amenities and perks...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
By the Sea Residential Elderly Care Facility in Imperial Beach, California is dedicated to ensuring that our residents’ golden years remain that way: Golden. We offer first-rate care in our fully licensed, six-bed assisted living facility, located 9 blocks from the beautiful Pacific Ocean in...
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This is a nice community for my mother's care. We like the staff is wonderful to my mom. They offer a nice of meals from a nice menu. This community is clean and maintained. We like knowing that she does...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Golden Gardens is 'The Gold Standard for the Golden Years,' offering widespread excellence not found anywhere else. Our grounds include: a peaceful, rural setting in the middle of the Village, located two minutes from the hospital, with lush landscape and gazebo and pergola; barbecue for use by...
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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.
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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.
ItÆs hard, after a lifetime of helping others and achieving the goals weÆve set, to admit that we need assistance in order to maintain an independent lifestyle. Country Gardens is there for that time when a senior and their family have to recognize that they need a hand in order to give a family...
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Welcome to Assisted Living & Care for the Elderly at Temecula. Our residential care facility, which is sometimes referred to as the Bird of Paradise home, is located in a quiet upscale new neighborhood of Temecula. With 4 spacious private rooms, about 14ft. by 12ft. each room, and 1...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A Beacon of Care, Inc. is a small residential care facility located in Temecula, CA. Our facility is modern, clean, bright, and cheerful. We make sure your loved one feels at home away from home. Our caring staff provides personalized attention to each individual with bathing, dressing,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A Dignified Care, INC. is a care facility for the elderly located in a quiet neighborhood in Temecula, CA. Our facility is run by owners themselves and will ensure you receive the best quality assistance 24/7 with tender, love and care. You will feel that home-like atmosphere with our staff’s...
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Hills of Alcoba senior care community is located in sunny Temecula, California. We are a board and care residents for up to six seniors at a time. Keeping our numbers low like this allows us to personalize and cater our staff to the stringent needs and requirements of our tenants. We are...
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My mother has recently made the move into this community and I have to say things have been going really well for her. She has really adapted well into her new living environment and is happy. She has had no...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Choosing a senior assisted living facility for a loved one is sometimes hard, but it doesn't have to be. The staff at The Hills of Alcoba II is here to help your family and your loved one in your time of need. The Hills of Alcoba II offers a home-like setting in a safe and quiet neighborhood in...
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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.
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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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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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My mother needs full care and has been at Rosehaven more than a month now. The staff is very caring, the meals are great, and it has been a totally positive experience.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Where residential care feels like home!' Welcome to Rosehaven Care Homes online. We understand that even an online 'brochure' alone does not provide you with the comfort and the confidence to make the decision that awaits you, so we invite you to call or email us for more information or to...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Oak Ridge Ranch is located in the beautiful area of Murrieta California. Our wonderful style home has a unique Spanish style design and has a lovely calming atmosphere with walking paths all around. We understand that when children have to make the tough decision to place their elderly family...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
If you're looking for a comfortable facility to get the necessary care for your elderly loved one, Vineyard Home Care may very well be the place. This Temecula, California location houses up to five seniors at a time, and tenants enjoy specialized care from health professionals around the clock....

Cost of assisted living in Del Mar, CA

The average cost of senior living in Del Mar is $5,179 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Solana Beach, CA with an average of $5,179 per month.

Assisted living costs in Del Mar, CA, vs. state and national averages

Del Mar, CA
$5,179/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,179/mo
$6,579/mo

Assisted living costs in Del Mar, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,633/mo
Studio
$4,700/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,743/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,775/mo

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

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

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

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Assisted living cost trends in Del Mar, CA

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

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Del Mar, CA$5,600/mo$5,266/mo+6.3%
California$5,968/mo$5,628/mo+6.0%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Del Mar, CA
2024 average cost:$5,600/mo
2023 average cost:$5,266/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
California
2024 average cost:$5,968/mo
2023 average cost:$5,628/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Del Mar, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Del Mar.

What families are saying about assisted living in Del Mar

Recent reviews for assisted living in Del Mar

La Costa Golf Care in Carlsbad, CA

4.5
There are not a ton of activities at La Costa but my aunt does participate in a few. She has a patio and enjoys going outside. The staff are very nice and helpful. I have not tried the food but my aunt seems to like it and it seems to have a lot of nutrients.

Lilac Chateau I in Santee, CA

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It was the best! I was treated with love ans respect, great food, if I ever run away from home this is where I will come! Thank for taking great care of me!

Bayshire Carlsbad

5.0
they are very interactive with the residence, responsive, and also very friendly and kind The rooms sizes feel a little small, My dad is happy with the food and it looks good. I would recommend this facility to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the kind and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Westmont of Encinitas, volunteers and residents praise the staff for their help in settling in new residents and organizing fun activities. At Encinitas Senior Living, the staff go above and ...
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Variety of social activities. Residents find joy in the various activities offered at communities, with families praising the wide range of offerings at places like Belmont Village Cardiff and Belmont Village Sabre Springs. Entertainment, music, gardening classes, and outings to local attractions keep residents engaged a ...
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Thoughtful care for residents' needs. Reviews mention the individualized attention and care provided to residents in communities. For instance, at Sunrise of La Costa, the caregivers at Sunrise La Costa are praised for their compassionate care and for advocating for residents' safety and comfort. At Encinitas Senior Living, staf ...
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Well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness is consistently highlighted in reviews as a significant factor in residents' satisfaction with their communities. At Belmont Village Sabre Springs, the community is praised for its spotless surroundings, while at Sunrise of La Costa, the ongoing renovations and upgrades are appre ...
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Delicious and customized meals. Quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Westmont of Encinitas, Westmont of Encinitas offers tastily meals that cater to individual preferences, allowing residents to look forward to mealtimes. At Encinitas Senior Living, the che ...
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Access to on-site health care services. Families appreciate having health care services on-site, allowing for quick and convenient access when needed. For instance, at Bayshire Torrey Pines, Torrey Pines Senior Living offers on-site PT/podiatrist services, providing peace of mind for residents and their loved ones.
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Del Mar review score based on 883 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 883 reviews of 395 Del Mar assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Del Mar review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Del Mar review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Del Mar, CA395 facilities
8.7
Riverside, CA242 facilities
8.3
Anaheim, CA1303 facilities

Review subcategories for Del Mar assisted living

When assisted living 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 883 reviews of 395 Del Mar assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Del Mar resident and family assisted living 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
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Del Mar assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Del Mar assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Del Mar, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Del Mar assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Del Mar 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
48.1%
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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60.8%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.9%
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Respite or short term stays
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 Del Mar assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Del Mar Assisted Living 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
27.3%
33.4%
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 Del Mar assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Del Mar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.1%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Del Mar assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Del Mar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Del Mar, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.8%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Del Mar assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Del Mar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Del Mar, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.7%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.4%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.3%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.6%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.6%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
31.1%
48%
Dances
Dances
22%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.9%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.9%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Del Mar

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Del Mar protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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