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Assisted living costs in San Luis Rey Heights average about $4,529 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 30 communities in San Luis Rey Heights. Our detailed directory has 465 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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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Wanted to "Thank" [Name Removed] & staff for their loving care of both my parents: [Name Removed] until their passing respectively [Dates Removed] . I was my parents primary care giver for 3 years until...
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.
Ascot Home Care is a residential care home in charming Vista, California, in northwest San Diego County. Vista is home to many fun family attractions, such as the Wave Water Park, the Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum, Alta Vista Gardens and numerous beautiful city parks. With it's many...
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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.
Our home is located in an excellent neighborhood with easy access to shopping plaza, public transportation, close to the Pier and Harbor Beach, and 15 minutes to a Medical Center. Agape Senior Care is one level house, has 1900 sq.ft. of living space, four rooms, three baths, security alarm...
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Cost of assisted living in San Luis Rey Heights, CA

The average cost of senior living in San Luis Rey Heights is $4,529 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $3,196 per month.

Assisted living costs in San Luis Rey Heights, CA, vs. nearby cities

San Luis Rey Heights, CA
$4,529/mo
$4,824/mo

Assisted living costs in San Luis Rey Heights, CA, vs. state and national averages

San Luis Rey Heights, CA
$4,529/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in San Luis Rey Heights, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,529/mo
$6,163/mo

Assisted living costs in San Luis Rey Heights, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,367/mo
Private
$4,750/mo
Studio
$4,822/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,650/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,507/mo

Senior living costs in San Luis Rey Heights 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: San Luis Rey Heights, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Luis Rey Heights, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,529/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,163/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,961/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
San Luis Rey Heights, CA:$4,529/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
San Luis Rey Heights, CA:$6,163/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
San Luis Rey Heights, CA:$4,961/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in San Luis Rey Heights, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in San Luis Rey Heights 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 San Luis Rey Heights, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in San Luis Rey Heights 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
San Luis Rey Heights, CA$5,147/mo$4,752/mo+8.3%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
San Luis Rey Heights, CA
2024 average cost:$5,147/mo
2023 average cost:$4,752/mo
Percent change:+8.3%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in San Luis Rey Heights, CA

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What families are saying about assisted living in San Luis Rey Heights

Recent reviews for assisted living in San Luis Rey Heights

Rancho Vista Senior Living

4.8
I recently visited my Grandmother and it was so sweet! How they hosted events for the residents was so heartwarming. The staff was so nice and welcoming, I really enjoyed how respectful and involved they are in my grandmothers care.

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.

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.

San Luis Rey Heights review score based on 52 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 52 reviews of 26 San Luis Rey Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The San Luis Rey Heights 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

San Luis Rey Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
San Luis Rey Heights, CA26 facilities
8.8
8.5
Oceanside, CA53 facilities

Review subcategories for San Luis Rey Heights 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 52 reviews of 26 San Luis Rey Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare San Luis Rey Heights 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.
San Luis Rey Heights, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.2
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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San Luis Rey Heights assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Luis Rey Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Luis Rey Heights, 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 San Luis Rey Heights 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 San Luis Rey Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
San Luis Rey Heights, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.4%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.8%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.4%
52.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in San Luis Rey Heights 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 San Luis Rey Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
San Luis Rey Heights, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
13.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in San Luis Rey Heights 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 San Luis Rey Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Luis Rey Heights, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
34.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in San Luis Rey Heights 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 San Luis Rey Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Luis Rey Heights, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
34.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
18%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in San Luis Rey Heights 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 San Luis Rey Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
San Luis Rey Heights, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
42.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
26.9%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.6%
46%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in San Luis Rey Heights

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 San Luis Rey Heights protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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