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From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Encinitas for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 52 10 assisted living facilities in the Encinitas 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 Olivenhain.
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Types of care available in Encinitas, CA
Assisted Living
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 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 are very nice and adequate, they have many options to choose from. Our loved one has a beautiful view.
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.
1350 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024
Creating a successful environment that offers safety, comfort, and friendship for people with Alzheimer's disease is our purpose! Dr. Michael Carrick, our founder, had personal experience with Alzheimer's and set out to create a residence where individuals with dementia and their families would...
I started volunteering here in my spare time, when it came time for my grandparents it was a no brainer. The community is clean, smells great, and best of they care. Everyone knows Grand name, Hoe she is...
504 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024
Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas is located in Encinitas, CA offering assisted living and independent living services to seniors and their families. Welcome to Encinitas, California, a moderately-sized town located just 25 miles north of San Diego and 95 miles south of Los Angeles. At Pacifica...
We find the staff to be pleasant and helpful when asked and that it is not a huge facility. The location is convenient for our family and the apartment is comfortable for my mother. The lack of outdoor...
1920 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024
My loved one is very happy at Westmont of Encinitas. They've had their issues with adequate staffing esp. caregivers. But she's made many friends, stays active, food is really good(4 out of 5) and she's...
3535 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007
The beautifully appointed senior living community of Belmont Village Cardiff by the Sea, California provides an exceptional level of service and support for independent living, assisted living, and Alzheimer's residents. Nestled in the hillside along Manchester Avenue with views of the San Elijo...
My siblings and I needed to place our then 93 year old father in an independent living facility as he did not want to live with his children but could no longer live on his own. He had always lived on his...
1159 Saxony Road, Encinitas, CA 92024
Avocado Gardens, our Senior Living Community, is located in Encinitas, CA and has a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean. It also has a spectacular garden in the back which creates a relaxed and peaceful environment. Being a smaller, more intimate community, we can provide more personalized care...
the supervising physician is excellent. the manager is very efficient and friendly.
7020 Manzanita Street, Carlsbad, CA 92011
About Sunrise at La Costa Community & Location Highlights: Convenient location in Carlsbad, CA Adjacent to shopping, dining, theaters, and more Near La Costa Urgent Care and Scripps Coastal Medical Center Beautifully manicured grounds, walking paths, and outdoor seating areas Sunrise at...
Sunrise provides very good care for my sister. She has adapted well to her environment and enjoys the activities and entertainment they provide. Care staff is very friendly and provide updates on my sister's...
2041 W Vista Way, Vista, CA 92083
At Alta Vista Senior Living, excellence is not enough; we strive to go beyond that. As an award-winning senior living campus in Vista, CA, we welcome seniors with an innovative blend of expert care, personalized plans, lifestyle-focused amenities, and inclusive activities. Residents will find...
FRIENDLY STAFF MEMBERS IS A MAJOR PLUS. GREAT ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR. "CHICKEN" SERVED TOO OFTEN IN MEALS COMMEDABLE CHOICES FOR MAJOR ACTIVITIES + HAPPY HOURS MUSIC GROUPS.
1590 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA 92078
Redefine your independence and do more of what you love.Here at our assisted living community, you’ll have help with the little things like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing and getting dressed, too. And we’ll customize your care to your specific needs. We know that peace of mind...
This facility is among the best.. Very congenial population. Conscientious staff with professional execution. Diversified curriculum and we'll rounded menus for a great choice of venues. The food is balanced...
1088 Laguna Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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...
My loved one is a resident at Laguna Estates Senior Living. The people here have been very supportive. We really like this place and have been very happy with everything here. I would definitely recommend...
6255 Nygaard Street, Carlsbad, CA 92009
ActivCare at Bressi Ranch is a specialized senior living community that serves the changing needs of those with Alzheimer's or related dementias by offering a continuum of living options. The focus of each day is always on enhancing the lives of each and every resident.ActivCare at Bressi Ranch's...
What we really like about the ActivCare at Bressi Ranch are the musical activities, those are great. However the meals could be improved but based on the experience we have had we would recommend this...
2560 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92010
Santianna Senior Living and Vienna Memory Care opened in May 2022 and provides an inviting lifestyle in a setting of exceptional natural beauty. Set on a picturesque hillside in Carlsbad, our vibrant community enjoys expansive views of the ravine and town below. We are a luxury, family-owned...
Overall, my parents are loving living in Santianna. The staff is fantastic. Everyone in the community appears to be friendly and nice. The food has been an ongoing issue. While everything else about...
4892 Hillside Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Come be a part of our extended family at one of our five beautiful locations in Carlsbad, California. We provide private rooms, a warm family atmosphere and a caring staff 24 hours a day. Nutritious and balanced home-cooked meals are served daily with accommodation made for residents with special...
The food, in particular. Fresh, wholesome meals are prepared daily with a homemade soup every day. The facility is very clean and homey. The staff is conscientious and warm. It's also in an excellent, quiet...
5592 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008
La Marea Senior Living offers unparalleled service, impeccable amenities and thoughtfully designed surroundings that inspire residents to live elevated lives. We always go the extra mile to make our residents feel at home and provide them with exceptional care. La Marea offers Assisted Living and...
Very nice facility with caring people. They did have some turnover and with new people the same communication wasn't followed. For instance I was not notified when Mom fell and heard it from the doctors...
1550 Security Pl, San Marcos, CA 92078
For more than 20 years, Silvergate Retirement Residence has been providing premier independent, assisted living, and Alzheimer's and Dementia accommodations and services to the North San Diego County. Located near the beautiful Lake San Marcos, our community is conveniently near popular...
I am the friend and DPOA for a resident in The Suites at Silvergate San Marcos. I visit quite a bit and I have always found all of the staff to be friendly, attentive and most of all, caring. Whether it's...
3524 Lake Boulevard, Oceanside, CA 92056
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...
I have been very pleased with the Brookdale Oceanside community. As a community and what I have experienced with my mother has been as good as it can be. I recommend Brookdale Oceanside because all of the...
3500 Lake Boulevard, Oceanside, CA 92056
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...
We would have to give Everest at Oceanside a 5 for all so far. They have great communication with me for all needs and care and I would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for...
1440 South Melrose Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056
If you're looking for a place where you or your loved one can celebrate life, welcome to Aegis at Shadowridge. Situated minutes from the beach, Aegis at Shadowridge is conveniently located near shopping, churches, and recreation. More than just an address, Aegis is a lifestyle - from wonderful...
My loved one was previously a resident at Aegis at Shadowridge and the experience was good for them overall. All of my ratings are very close to all 5s, with just one or two experiences with staff that could...
4500 Cannon Rd, Oceanside, CA 92056
Food vacillates between being great and not good at all. Depends who is working. I am hoping with a new Activities director they offer more cultural outings for the residents. Only lunches being organized....
2541 Abedul Street, Carlsbad, CA 92009
Come be a part of our extended family at one of our five beautiful locations in Carlsbad, California. We provide private rooms, a warm family atmosphere and a caring staff 24 hours a day. Nutritious and balanced home-cooked meals are served daily with accommodation made for residents with special...
The staff were friendly, kind, accommodating and experienced, they made the move in process easy and the meals seemed homemade and great. I would highly recommend this facility to others.
2641 Abedul Street, Carlsbad, CA 92009
Come be a part of our extended family at one of our five beautiful locations in Carlsbad, California. We provide private rooms, a warm family atmosphere and a caring staff 24 hours a day. Nutritious and balanced home-cooked meals are served daily with accommodation made for residents with special...
I would recommend the Abdul St. home for elder care. Very good staff. It seemed the 'guests' were made to feel welcome and well cared for. Very clean and well kept premises. Inviting patio and garden...
10603 Rancho Bernardo Road, San Diego, CA 92127
ActivCare 4S Ranch is a full-service memory care community that provides specialized assisted living for those with Alzheimer's or related dementias.As pioneers in memory care, ActivCare has been enhancing life for those with memory loss for more than 30 years. It's our sole focus.Purpose-built...
My husband who has Alzheimer's, has been a resident at ActivCare at 4S Ranch for [time frame removed]. Before I placed my husband in their care, I researched and visited at least 15 facilities in my area. ...
13101 Hartfield Ave, San Diego, CA 92130
Do more of what you love every day.At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC), 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.With several floorplans to choose from, including studio, one-bedroom and...
We were so impressed with the nurses & caregivers at Torrey Pines ~ clearly overworked, but doing their best to get to all residents, and always kind & cheerful to my father and family. The front office...
8292 Run of the Knolls, San Diego, CA 92127
If your loved one is diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, you will discover that our Rancho Santa Fe Villa Assisted Living Facility offers an unprecedented level of personalized attention and care. You will also appreciate the value of knowing that the world around the person you...
The beautiful home at Rancho Santa Fe Villa was always kept spotless and clean. Located in an exclusive residential community, it was a very clean facility at all times. The staff was very caring and...
1840 Bienvenida Circle, Carlsbad, CA 92008
We have 5 beautiful facilities across Carlsbad and La Costa in sunny southern California where we offer individual care and diet plans, a 1 to 3 staff-resident ratio, dementia care, hospice care, and respite care services. We schedule regular visits from mobile doctors, nurses, physical...
The staff is very friendly. The premises are really clean. I feel that my loved one is being well taken care of. It would be nice if they had a menu to show what the meals were going to be for that day or...
1817 Avenida del Diablo, Escondido, CA 92029
Vista del Lago is a memory care community located in a quiet residential community in the historic city of Escondido, San Diego County, California. Our staff provides a nurturing, caring environment for all of our residents, encouraging those with Alzheimer's or dementia to stay active. Numerous...
My Uncle has no family in the area and I live in Canada, so it's great to know that he is well taken care of at Vista del Lago. Wonderful caring staff and fun activities. Being kept informed with pictures...
The average cost of senior living in Encinitas is 4,532 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Murrieta, CA with an average of 3,175 per month.
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.
Assisted living is long-term care for seniors who are generally active and independent, but who require increased supervision and help with some daily tasks. Staff can assist residents with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Assisted living is also a good option for seniors seeking more socialization. Services and amenities in assisted living facilities often include:
Encinitas is Southern California at its most serene. Where the enchanting desert landscape meets the Pacific, Encinitas offers a break from its neighboring major metro areas and is home to a host of meditative destinations and activities.
In Encinitas, assisted living communities provide personal care services in settings typically ranging from private apartments to shared rooms, often with restaurant-style dining and activities based on residents’ interests. Designed to promote independence among seniors who don’t require 24-hour skilled nursing care, assisted living is a good option for retirees who need help with some daily tasks and would like to live a socially fulfilling, active lifestyle.
The median monthly cost of assisted living is about $4,000 in the San Diego metropolitan area and $4,100 in the state of California.
The total household expenses associated with living in Encinitas are rated 17 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated above average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Grocery | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 117 | 125 | 124 | 119 | 114 | 112 |
Income and Housing
| Median income age 45-64 | Median income age 65+ | Median household income | Average individual income | Median employee salary | Average property tax | One-bedroom apartment gross rent estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $124,399 per year | $67,867 per year | $104,133 per year | $56,423 per year | $44,288 per year | $7,792 per year | $1,342 per month |
The top hospitals that service Encinitas include:
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
Encinitas, like most of Southern California, has a type of dry subtropical climate called Mediterranean. This means Encinitas has hot summers with very little rainfall, and cool (but not cold) winters with slightly more precipitation than during the summer months. The average humidity level in Encinitas is 63%, and humidity levels are often highest during March at about 69%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 56°F | 68°F | 44°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 73°F | 85°F | 61°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median age | Percent of population over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43.8 | 17.7% | 61,795 | 3,284.9 per square mile | 2.5 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 13.1% | 0.1% | 3.4% | 79.5% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index for San Diego.
2016 Presidential Election Results for San Diego County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 56.1% | 38.2% | 5.7% |
Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Encinitas include:
Outdoor attractions in Encinitas:
Encinitas’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
Transportation
Public transportation in Encinitas is available via the North County Transit District (NCTD), which operates bus routes and rail stops in Encinitas and other cities in the North San Diego County area. For seniors, NCTD offers discounted fares and a paratransit service for curb-to-curb transportation called LIFT. The city of Encinitas also provides several other transportation options for seniors.
Monte Vista Village, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Wildomar Senior Assisted Living are the top rated assisted living facilities near Encinitas, California. See full list of communities.
There are 52 assisted living facilities near Encinitas, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Encinitas, California are Summerfield of Encinitas Memory Care, Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas, and Sunrise of La Costa. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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