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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in San Marcos, CA
If you’re looking for assisted living in San Marcos, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in San Marcos or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in San Marcos.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in San Marcos for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 114 assisted living facilities in the San Marcos area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Tierrasanta, Military Facilities and Kearny Mesa.
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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.
We're located in beautiful Rancho Del Oro, Northview subdivision of Oceanside. Hospital and other medical facility close, easy access to the freeways and we're minutes away for parks, the beach ,downtown Oceanside, entertainment, malls and other shopping areas.
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I am very happy with how things are going for my mother so far at this community. The thing that stands out most to me at this facility is how amazing all of the caregivers are. They provide great quality of...
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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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.
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.
Blueberry Hill Manor Blueberry Hill Manor is a spacious senior care home located in the picturesque town of Valley Center, California. A quaint hamlet nestled in rolling hills of avocado orchards, live oak and sycamore trees. Valley Center boasts a stunning panoramic view which includes Rodriguez...
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Cost of assisted living in San Marcos, CA
The average cost of senior living in San Marcos is $4,762 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $3,429 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in San Marcos, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in San Marcos, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in San Marcos, CA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in San Marcos over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in San Marcos, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in San Marcos
Recent reviews for assisted living in San Marcos
Pacifica Senior Living Vista
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.
White Sands, a CCRC in La Jolla, CA
5.0
White Sands facility has everything from independent living to skilled nursing. They have a lot of activities to offer, it is in a really beautiful location. We could not be happier with our decision, we know our mother is safe there. The food is excellent with a wide range of choices. The rooms ...
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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.
San Marcos review score based on 373 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 373 reviews of 104 San Marcos assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The San Marcos 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
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Review subcategories for San Marcos 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 373 reviews of 104 San Marcos assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare San Marcos 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 Marcos, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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San Marcos assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Marcos assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Marcos, 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 Marcos 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 Marcos 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
70.2%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.6%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
70.2%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.9%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.9%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.7%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in San Marcos 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 Marcos 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
79.8%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.3%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.1%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.8%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in San Marcos 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 Marcos 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
23.1%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.5%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.6%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in San Marcos 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 Marcos communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.6%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Marcos 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 Marcos offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.7%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.7%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.7%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.2%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
27.9%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.3%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.2%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in San Marcos
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in San Marcos protect seniors.
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