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Del Mar is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 182 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Del Mar, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Del Mar is about $9,175, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Del Mar, CA

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Photo of Sunrise of Mission Viejo
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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75 reviews
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The staff seems pleasant but perhaps at times stretched too thin. Activities seem good just can't seem to get my mom involved though The food seems to have variety but not always hot temperature wise....
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.
Located near the I-5 freeway, just east of the OSO Parkway, Sunrise of Mission Viejo is nestled in the heart of Mission Viejo adjacent to the Mission Viejo Country Club with a variety of suites that offer a wonderful view of the golf course and surrounding valley. We pride ourselves in...
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Photo of Everest at Oceanside
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I feel the facility and staff are a good thing from what I've heard of other places. The room size is great. It has a has a normal size refrigerator. The bathroom is big and spacious. It's off of the...
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.
You’re going to love it at Everest at Oceanside. Enjoy the classic California beach community with warm, sandy beaches, historic wooden pier, and Cape Cod style harbor village. Live the laid-back lifestyle of the beach, close to a variety of stores, entertainment options, and great ways to enjoy...
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9.2
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19 reviews
9.2
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Westmont of Encinitas is a community that I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for assisted and or an independent living experience. The staff is extremely welcoming, caring and supportive of each...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Photo of Novellus Clairemont
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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101 reviews
9.2
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101 reviews
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My wife recovered there for a month after breaking her leg. It was an ideal place for recovery with 24 hour service, help with meds, and all meals. No Nursing service was provided although we had access to...
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.
Redefine your independence with more time for what you want to do.Here at our assisted living community, you get to redefine your independence, pursue your favorite hobbies and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or trying something new like yoga, you have choices...
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9.2
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24 reviews
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5 all the way through. The Pasea has been the best move we could have done for our mother. The staff is amazing and helpful. The medical and care teams always keep me updated with any news or changes. They...
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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Photo of Ivy Park at Mission Viejo
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9.2
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16 reviews
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My sister has lived at Ivy Park’s Memory care facility for the past year and a half. The facility is beautifully maintained and fresh. The staff are all friendly and attentive to my sister and other...
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.
Ivy Park at Mission Viejo is a senior living community set on a beautiful piece of property easily accessible from Interstate 5. The location boasts lovely walking paths and is near Lake Mission Viejo and Mission San Juan Capistrano. It’s only a short distance to many popular restaurants and The...
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9.2
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45 reviews
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I was very impressed with the care provided. The entire staff were attentive to my father's needs while caring for multiple patients.
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.
Located in the heart of San Diego, the 123-apartment community offers studio & one bedroom apartments each with a private bathroom and individual climate control to ensure your comfort. We encourage you to bring your own furnishings and decoration to make you apartment your own. Residents feel...
Photo of The Montera
1919 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.2
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103 reviews
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They have great staff, lots of food choices, lots of activities. It is kept very clean. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
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.
Tucked away on a gorgeous property in La Mesa, CA, just minutes from downtown San Diego, The Montera defines care-focused senior living. From well-appointed studio and one bedroom apartments, to personalized care plans designed for each Assisted Living resident, to rejuvenating short-term stays,...
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Photo of Capistrano Senior Living
1515 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.2
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56 reviews
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Overall, I have had a very positive experience with the facility, accommodations, and staff. The environment is comfortable, and most of the staff have been friendly, helpful, and attentive. The facility...
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.
Do more of what you love every day.Our community in San Juan Capistrano, California, is a continuing care retirement community or CCRC, which means you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus.Along with our...
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I love this placement que the people are very very nice. Everything is new and we have everything in our apartment. I go first walk. The chef does try to do his best but it is not easy because this is a big...
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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Photo of Calavera Hills Senior Living
66 Photos available
9.0
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113 reviews
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113 reviews
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Staff is very dedicated. Communicate with ma all the time. They assist residents with celebrating all holidays and send me pictures of my mom. Food is wonderful. Fresh cooked. Staff keeps residents active...
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.
If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our senior living community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take an art class or join your friends for happy hour. We’ll take...
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Photo of Watermark Laguna Niguel
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9.0
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My family has had a wonderful experience with Watermark Laguna Niguel. Our dad is currently in memory care there. Staff members take such great care with the residents, treating each person with compassion...
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.
WATERMARK LAGUNA NIGUELA premier destination for Assisted Living and Memory Care is NOW OPEN in Laguna Niguel.Inspired by the laid-back Southern California lifestyle, Watermark Laguna Niguel is a modern Assisted Living and Memory Care community that invites older adults to embrace resort-style...
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Photo of Alta Vista Senior Living
99 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.0
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133 reviews
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Our first impression of Alta Vista Senior Living was mixed but the more I saw and met the staff I became more comfortable with the overall facility. Of course the price was a big factor.
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.
Alta Vista Senior Living in Vista, California offers a thoughtfully designed community where every day is balanced between activity, relaxation, and comfort. From the moment you visit, you will notice the calm and purposeful planning that guides life here, ensuring residents enjoy both structure...
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Photo of Oakmont of Escondido Hills
1414 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.0
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62 reviews
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All 5 so far!!! I'm in a casita- it's pretty expensive, but it's also the reason I chose to move there. I love it! The main building and my Casita are very clean. The staff is extremely friendly and...
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.
Oakmont of Escondido Hills is a lovely retirement community set on a lush campus with beautiful views, industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. We are also within walking distance of shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. In our retirement...
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Photo of Rancho Vista Senior Living
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
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The staff there was extremely nice. The room was a good size. It was very clean. Cleanliness was a 5. I can't say much about the food since I wasn't there during those times. They did try to adapt to my dad....
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.
Located in Vista, California, Rancho Vista Senior Living offers a full continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, in a welcoming, home-like environment. Residents enjoy private and spacious apartments, thoughtfully designed common areas, and a variety of...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Otay Ranch
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55 Floor plans available
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My Dad was treated with kindness, fun, and lot of love The staff was always pending of his needs, kept him busy and always care for his proper medication His last days, we were constantly informed of his...
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.
Ivy Park at Otay Ranch is a senior living community convenient to popular casual dining and shopping centers. The property offers beautiful spaces, indoors and out, to gather with friends and family. At Ivy Park our seniors are empowered to maximize their independence and personal growth. We...
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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.
The Seville of San Clemente is upscale assisted living and memory care community. The Seville is unique in that it offers a boutique style of management. Its co-founders live local one in San Clemente and the other in San Juan Capistrano. They bring over 30 years of management experience and...
Photo of Serra Sol Memory Care
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The facility is nice and the staff is very friendly, loving and helpful. They are able to handle actual advanced memory care residents. My mom was at another memory care facility before that couldn't handle...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Serra Sol is a welcoming community where individuals with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can feel fulfilled, cared for and engaged each and every day. We provide an environment that fully supports the needs of those with memory loss. Residents of Serra Sol will enjoy daily activities and...
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Photo of Lantern Crest Senior Living
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I would rate everything a 4, with the exception of activities. My mom is visually impaired, and there aren’t enough accessible activities available for her. Because she can’t read the activities sheet, she...
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.
Live A Retirement As Dynamic and Engaging As You Are!How do you envision spending your golden years? Whether you prefer to unwind, connect with others, explore new hobbies, or stay active, we offer the amenities you need to build the retirement of your dreams.And with additional support services...
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Photo of Carlsbad Village Senior Living
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I'm impressed with the place in general. All aspects are above average in my opinion. My husband is the recipient of their amenities. Sad to say, he is very depressed about this move. He is in denial about...
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.
At Laguna Estates Senior Living we acknowledge that every individual requires different levels of care at varying points of their lives. We are dedicated to providing specialized care specifically tailored to each resident’s unique needs throughout the aging experience. Our levels of care include...
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Photo of Grossmont Gardens
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157 reviews
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Staff and most caregivers were wonderful some not so much,it took sometimes a bit of time when my dad needed them, food looked good most of time ..would of been nice to clean room more than once a week but...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Bonita
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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131 reviews
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The staff is pleasant and the moving in process was superior. I moved in someone who was reticent to move; on day one at Ivy Park she joined in with others. I have not been there yet as I live out of town; I...
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.
Ivy Park at Bonita is a vibrant senior living community situated within serene gardens and lush greenery in the city of Chula Vista. Just off Interstate 805 or State Route 54, Ivy Park is just minutes from several renowned medical centers, stunning beaches, scenic trails and diverse dining...
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Photo of Las Villas Del Norte
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8.7
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165 reviews
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Staff is wonderful and truly care for the residents and families and come to know them personally. The staff help navigate challenging situations, particularly since I live in another state and commute in to...
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.
Las Villas Del Norte is excited to announce the opening of The Generations Transition Program. Generations memory care offers an industry recognized program that focuses on residents individual needs. The Transitions Program will offer our beginning stage memory impairment residents an active,...
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Photo of Gardens at Escondido
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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88 reviews
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The staff is 5++++ (they are absolutely amazing!). I would 100% recommend this community! The residents are happy, the staff seems very happy and engaged. And as i mentioned, they went above and beyond to...
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.
Located just 35 miles north of San Diego, Gardens at Escondido offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and big city buzz for active older adults. Our purposefully designed indoor and outdoor spaces encourage a relaxed, healthy lifestyle. Local outings to Gardens at Escondido's historic...
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Photo of Ocean Hills Senior Living
4848 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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31 reviews
8.6
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31 reviews
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Everything you need is here. I am happier here than I ever thought possible! There’s always something to do, or be a part of. The choice is yours. It’s a community we all respect each other’s privacy and...
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.
When you or your loved one is ready to live within a cared-for community dedicated to health, wellness, and an intellectually stimulating future, look no further than Ocean Hills. Your private, beautiful and tranquil home is located on the Southern California coast – a beautiful setting for...
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Cost of nursing homes in Del Mar, CA

The average cost of senior living in Del Mar is $9,175 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anaheim, CA with an average of $5,833 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Del Mar, CA, vs. state and national averages

Del Mar, CA
$9,175/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

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

$6,579/mo
Nursing Homes
$9,175/mo

Nursing homes costs in Del Mar, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,020/mo
Private
$8,425/mo

Senior living costs in Del Mar 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: Del Mar, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDel Mar, CACaliforniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$9,175/mo$6,177/mo$5,847/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
Nursing Homes
Del Mar, CA:$9,175/mo
California:$6,177/mo
U.S.:$5,847/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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Nursing homes costs in Del Mar, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Del Mar, CA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes 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$6,196/mo$5,906/mo+4.9%
California$6,446/mo$6,171/mo+4.5%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Del Mar, CA
2024 average cost:$6,196/mo
2023 average cost:$5,906/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
California
2024 average cost:$6,446/mo
2023 average cost:$6,171/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Del Mar

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Del Mar

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.

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.

Marama in Vista, CA

4.8
Took extremely good care of my mom there. Very kind and loving and caring lots of communication with us in our family and it was unbelievably clean. Wonderful food was served and snacks .if you're looking for a safe place for your family member highly suggest this home. It was a blessing for ...
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Del Mar nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Del Mar nursing homes 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 nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Del Mar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Del Mar, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.8%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.4%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.1%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.9%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.9%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.1%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.5%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Del Mar nursing homes

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 Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Del Mar, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.9%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.9%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Del Mar nursing homes

Nursing homes 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.
Del Mar, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.4%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Del Mar nursing homes

Our nursing homes 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
49.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Del Mar nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes 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
57.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.5%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.8%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.1%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.9%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
46.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
0.4%
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