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Residential care homes in Descanso often appeal to seniors who want to remain in a close-knit, familiar home environment but need personal care services like grooming assistance, medication reminders, and even help with cooking and cleaning. And, they’re typically home to fewer residents, enabling caregivers and residents to build stronger connections. The average cost of care homes in Descanso is $6,083 per month.

To find the best care home options for your needs and budget, browse 405 care homes in Descanso and read 828 reviews of families’ experiences. You may also consider nearby communities such as Santee, El Cajon and Spring Valley.

Residential Care Home Facilities near Descanso, CA

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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
Bermuda Dunes Stellar Care is a wonderful home dedicated to senior care and located right in Bonita, California. What we strive to offer is independent living in a caring, homey environment. This includes assistance in day-to-day activities and personal care. This lovely home is a sight in...
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I'm very pleased in general with the overall experience. I was not pleased with the total monthly cost as, in my particular case, was charged an additional $1000.00 per month for care of a catheter and hip...
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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 your family is in the process of choosing a senior care facility for your loved one, please consider us. Our facility, Erachel Board and Care #4, is a licensed facility, located in the lovely Chula Vista, CA area. We pride ourselves on the quality of assisted living care that we offer to the...
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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.
Your loved one will be close to area churches, shopping and public transportation if needed. There is an indoor common area that allows them to enjoy pleasant conversations with those that share common interests and ideas. There is an abundance of onsite activities arranged to keep them...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
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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.
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Once mom met the owner, they truly connected. Staff took great care of my mom the years she was in their care and allowed a huge birthday celebration while she was a resident. The view from the home is...
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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.
Canyon Hills HomeCanyon Hills Home is a senior care home that is located in the hilly city of Escondido, CA and in San Diego County. Escondido is just northeast of San Diego, which features the nationwide famous San Diego Zoo. The city is known for its shallow valley ringed by many rocky hills,...
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Everything is going very well for my mother since her move to this community. I am comfortable with her being here, due to the fact I live out of state. They are caring for her very well. She has adjusted...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
Family Style Care II Family Style Care II is located in San Diego, CA and serves San Diego County. This residential care home enjoys lovely weather all year long and also has access to plenty of entertainment options. Family members and friends who come to visit are never bored and the area...
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Paseo Guest Home Paseo Guest Home is located in San Diego, CA as a part of San Diego County. This residential care home has a great location because of the warm weather this area of the country enjoys all year long. San Diego is also a great place to visit. Family members and friends can find...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
At Erachel Board and Care #6, we aim to provide the best care possible for anyone requiring assisting living in and around the Chulsa Vista, California region. Of course, there are all sorts of different options available when it comes to assisted living, but you should never settle for something...
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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.
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
K Care Residential is dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of our residents, age 60 and over.  Residents under the age of 60 may be admitted if they meet the guidelines outlined in our Admissions Policies.  Residents diagnosed with dementia will not be considered for admission...
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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...
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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
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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.
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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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.
San Pasqual Villa is a luxurious, private residential care facility for seniors located in the beautiful San Pasqual Valley in Calif. It is a five star residence which features four private suites, each with their own bathroom, and one semi-private master suite which includes a sitting area and a...
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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.
Bellevue Villa Bellevue Villa is a residential care home located in charming Escondido, California, in San Diego's North County region. Escondido, a Spanish word meaning 'hidden,' is nestled in a valley, surrounded by beautiful rocky hills and is known for being one of the oldest cities in San...
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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.
Situated in an elegant park like setting that is just minutes away from the San Diego Wild Animal Park, luxury and beauty awaits at Park View Villa, an exclusive residential care facility for senior citizens. If you or your elderly loved ones are searching for a 5 star luxury facility, then Park...
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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.
A Residential Care Facility for the Elderly with spacious, furnished semi-private rooms.  All rooms are designed to be homelike and residents can design their rooms with their own style.  Bathroom facilities are equipped with assistive devices for safety and convenience. Our...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
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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.
Your family member is truly our treasure at A Timeless Treasure, where we set the standard for first-rate senior living and care services on the sunny and beautiful West Coast in San Diego where beautiful palm trees and gentle breezes go together. We believe you'll see a different level of...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
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My mother was a resident at Lomas Serenas for over 4 years until she passed. We are extremely greatful for the care that they provided to my mother until her last day. Owner and caregivers were...
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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.
Lomas Serenas Residential is located in Escondido, CA in San Diego County. This residential care home provides you with a great place to live in an area that is filled with things to do and see. Escondido offers much to residents and their guests, including the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Hungry...
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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.
Located in Sierra Mesa, California, Mission Homes II offers intermediate care to seniors who need just that bit of extra help to remain independent. We offer a home, not an institution, were you may live in beautiful surroundings and have access to the services of an urban community. Our...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
Family Resort Rest Home is a senior care home that is located in the coastal city of Escondido, CA and in Los Angeles County. The city is local to large Long Beach and is conveniently located near the airport, for ease of travel. The southern city is directly on the Northern Pacific Ocean...
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I would recommend the community to others. There are several nice things about this community. The staff is accommodating, friendly, nice location, has a lovely backyard and patio area, and everything...
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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.
Serra Mesa Guests Home III is a residential care home for seniors located in the city of San Diego, California which is in San Diego County. San Diego is a vibrant and interesting city full of a wide range of recreational and cultural opportunities. One of the most famous sites in San Diego is...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
Mirasol Homecare is located in the heart of Mira Mesa where it is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac. The facility is a newly remodeled 7 bedroom 4 bathroom facility. All the rooms are fully furnished and wheelchair accessible for easy mobility. There is a brand new centralized heating and cooling...

Cost of care homes in Descanso, CA

The average cost of senior living in Descanso is $6,083 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $4,907 per month.

Residential care home costs in Descanso, CA, vs. state and national averages

Descanso, CA
$6,083/mo
U.S. national average
$5,079/mo

Residential care home costs in Descanso, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,579/mo
Residential Care Home
$6,083/mo

Residential care home costs in Descanso, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
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Private
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Senior living costs in Descanso vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Descanso, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDescanso, CACaliforniaU.S.
Residential Care Home$6,083/mo$5,350/mo$5,079/mo
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
Residential Care Home
Descanso, CA:$6,083/mo
California:$5,350/mo
U.S.:$5,079/mo
Assisted Living
Descanso, CA:$5,179/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Descanso, CA:$6,579/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Descanso, CA:$4,303/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Residential care home costs in Descanso, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly residential care home costs have shifted over the past five years in Descanso 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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Residential care home cost trends in Descanso, CA

The table below shows how monthly residential care home costs in Descanso 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
Descanso, CA$4,826/mo$4,656/mo+3.6%
California$4,766/mo$4,613/mo+3.3%
National$4,802/mo$4,687/mo+2.5%
Descanso, CA
2024 average cost:$4,826/mo
2023 average cost:$4,656/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
California
2024 average cost:$4,766/mo
2023 average cost:$4,613/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$4,802/mo
2023 average cost:$4,687/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about residential care home in Descanso

Recent reviews for residential care home in Descanso

Oak Ranch House in Escondido, CA

4.8
Great place. Friendly, caring staff. We have been there a little over a month and love it. We have seen my mom improve a little bit.

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

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!

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