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Assisted living costs in Winter Gardens average about $4,652 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 68 communities in Winter Gardens. Our detailed directory has 549 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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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.
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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.
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My loved one was only there at Mount Vernon Eldercare for about two weeks so our experience is very limited, but based on the limited experience that we had there it seemed to be a very nice place. It is a...
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.
Mount Vernon Eldercare is a residential care facility for senior citizens in Lemon Grove, California dedicated to the care and comfort of all of their residents. We provide an environment conducive to helping seniors maintain a better level of independence while offering them the assistance to...
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This is truly a wonderful community. Everybody here is very friendly and welcoming. I know she is getting the best care here. The community looks great, everything is very well maintained. The staff is very...
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.
Aacorn Oaks is an assisted living facility located in a quiet neighborhood in San Diego, CA. Assisted living is for those that are unable to live in independent living but don't need as much medical assistance as those in a nursing home. Our staff still provides 3 cooked meals a day, light...
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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.
Solaris Villa is a residential care home located in sunny Poway, California in San Diego County. Located just 22 miles northeast of downtown San Diego, the city of Poway is on the outer edge of the greater San Diego metropolitan area. The area gets about 260 days of sunshine each year, allowing...
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They did a fantastic job. I don't have any concerns with the facility. They were very helpful and bent over backwards. It was very nice, and I would live there myself.
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.
Solaris Resort is a senior care facility that offers the latest in comfort and quality care. Solaris is more than a nursing home, we offer a senior living retirement community that offers a home-like atmosphere coupled with the care that seniors require. Nursing homes can be incredibly expensive...
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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.
Solaris Manor is a residential care home located in sunny Poway, California in San Diego County. Located just 22 miles north of downtown San Diego, the city of Poway gets about 260 days of sunshine per year, allowing the residents to enjoy lots of outdoor recreation. The area has a number of...
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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.
Solaris Garden is a senior care home located in exceptionally desirable Poway, California, located in San Diego County. Our residential home care structure is design in a single story building to enhance easy accessibility. Solaris Garden is a place where people can relax and have peace of mind...
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This is a great community for families that are looking into finding a place for their love ones, the staff & owner are very pleasant warm people who care & love their job. I had my love one living at Casa...
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.
It is a peaceful and safe community for elderly. We specialize in providing loving care, lots of understanding for alzheimer's and dementia clients. Services include three meals, medication assistance, incontinence care, assistance with personal hygiene, daily housekeeping, laundry service.
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I just think that the guy who runs Solaris, he's just very on the ball. He's very conscientious and takes the time to learn about everyone. My dad is there and I think he loves it. I'm not sure about the...
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.
Solaris Senior Chateau is a residential senior care home located in the evergreen Poway City, California in San Diego County. Our community offers an ideal location to access all the crucial facilities needed by senior citizens such as hospitals, churches and resting parks. Poway city is known...

Cost of assisted living in Winter Gardens, CA

The average cost of senior living in Winter Gardens is $4,652 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $3,196 per month.

Assisted living costs in Winter Gardens, CA, vs. nearby cities

Winter Gardens, CA
$4,652/mo
$4,672/mo
$4,713/mo

Assisted living costs in Winter Gardens, CA, vs. state and national averages

Winter Gardens, CA
$4,652/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Winter Gardens, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,652/mo
$5,953/mo

Assisted living costs in Winter Gardens, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,765/mo
Private
$6,633/mo
Studio
$5,634/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,276/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,909/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,945/mo

Senior living costs in Winter Gardens 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: Winter Gardens, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWinter Gardens, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,652/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,953/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,586/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Winter Gardens, CA:$4,652/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Winter Gardens, CA:$5,953/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Winter Gardens, CA:$4,586/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Winter Gardens, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Winter Gardens 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 Winter Gardens, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Winter Gardens 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
Winter Gardens, CA$5,633/mo$4,759/mo+18.4%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Winter Gardens, CA
2024 average cost:$5,633/mo
2023 average cost:$4,759/mo
Percent change:+18.4%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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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 Winter Gardens, 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 Winter Gardens.

What families are saying about assisted living in Winter Gardens

Recent reviews for assisted living in Winter Gardens

Lilac Chateau I in Santee, CA

5.0
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!

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.

Ivy Park at Sabre Springs in San Diego, CA

4.4
It was great until they raised the cost [removed] %. Staff is very friendly, my Mother likes them and feels comfortable with them. The facility is well kept and very clean. I have no complaints about the staff or the facility.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Flexible living arrangements and accommodations. Reviews mention the variety of room sizes and options at several communities, such as Grossmont Gardens, where residents have the ability to bring their own appliances and furniture. Others, like The Montera, offer lovely grounds and attractive communal spaces.
Friendly and caring staff. Numerous reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of staff members across different communities, including Grossmont Gardens, Sungarden Terrace Assisted Living and Memory Care, and The Montera, who make residents and their families feel welcomed and supported.
Affordable pricing and value. Several reviews emphasize the reasonable costs and good value offered by communities such as Grossmont Gardens, Westmont of La Mesa, and The Montera, despite occasional increases in rent or meal fees.
Quality food and dining experiences. Residents and their families frequently praise the nutritious and delicious meals provided at multiple communities, including Grossmont Gardens, Westmont of La Mesa, and Lantern Crest Senior Living, which cater to individual preferences and dietary needs.
Engaging activities and social opportunities. Activities are a crucial aspect of many residents' experiences, as mentioned in reviews for Grossmont Gardens, Westmont of La Mesa, and Lantern Crest Senior Living, where residents enjoy a wide range of events, outings, and hobbies.
Responsive communication and community support. Effective communication between staff and families is a significant factor in overall satisfaction, as noted in reviews for Grossmont Gardens, Westmont of La Mesa, and The Montera, which prioritize open dialogue and resident involvement
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Winter Gardens review score based on 77 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 77 reviews of 60 Winter Gardens assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Winter Gardens 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

Winter Gardens review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Winter Gardens, CA60 facilities
8.9
El Cajon, CA82 facilities
8.5
Santee, CA96 facilities

Review subcategories for Winter Gardens 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 77 reviews of 60 Winter Gardens assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Winter Gardens 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.
Winter Gardens, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.1
Friendliness
3.7
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
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4.0
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Winter Gardens assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Winter Gardens assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Winter Gardens, 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 Winter Gardens 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 Winter Gardens that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Winter Gardens, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.7%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Winter Gardens 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 Winter Gardens Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Winter Gardens, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Winter Gardens 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 Winter Gardens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Winter Gardens, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
15%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Winter Gardens 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 Winter Gardens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Winter Gardens, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
10%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Winter Gardens 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 Winter Gardens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Winter Gardens, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
13.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.7%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
13.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
11.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Winter Gardens

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 Winter Gardens protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, The Montera and Sungarden Terrace Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Winter Gardens, California. See full list of communities.
There are 68 assisted living facilities near Winter Gardens, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Winter Gardens, California are Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Westmont of Encinitas and Westmont of Escondido. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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