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Last Updated: 7/5/24

If you’re looking for assisted living in Solana Beach, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Solana Beach or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Solana Beach. This is a test for the defaultRadius 10-mile radius

From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Solana Beach for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 42 10 assisted living facilities in the Solana Beach area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.


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Recent reviews of Assisted Living in Solana Beach, CA
Pacifica Senior Living Vista
4.8

I recently visited my Grandmother and it was so sweet! How they hosted events for the residents was so heartwarming. The staff was so nice and welcoming, I really enjoyed how respectful and involved they are in my grandmothers care.

White Sands, a CCRC in La Jolla, CA
5.0

White Sands facility has everything from independent living to skilled nursing. They have a lot of activities to offer, it is in a really beautiful location. We could not be happier with our decision, we know our mother is safe there. The food is excellent with a wide range of choices. The rooms are very nice and adequate, they have many options to choose from. Our loved one has a beautiful view.

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.

Summerfield of Encinitas Memory Care

1350 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care
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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...

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Beauty Salon
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4.5(32 reviews)

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...

Sunrise of La Costa

7020 Manzanita Street, Carlsbad, CA 92011

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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...

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Beauty Salon
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4.6(91 reviews)

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...

Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas

504 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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...

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Beauty Salon
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4.5(102 reviews)

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...

Pacifica Senior Living Rancho Penasquitos

12979 Rancho Penasquitos Blvd, San Diego, CA 92129

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Set among the canyons and nature preserves of northern San Diego County, with a central location off Interstate 15, Pacifica Senior Living Rancho Peñasquitos is a vibrant senior living community designed to help older adults find greater well-being.This independent and assisted living community...

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Beauty Salon
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4.1(80 reviews)

I would recommend to others, gladly. Place for Mom helped me so much in our family's difficult journey. My Place for Mom advisor has been helping a good friend of mine with her mother's issues. Thank you...

ActivCare at Bressi Ranch

6255 Nygaard Street, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care
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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...

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Art Classes
4.1(16 reviews)

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...

Santianna

2560 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92010

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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...

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Beauty Salon
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4.4(9 reviews)

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...

Westmont of Encinitas

1920 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4.8(5 reviews)

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...

Belmont Village Sabre Springs

13075 Evening Creek Dr S, San Diego, CA 92128

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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The Belmont Village facility at Sabre Springs is located in the attractive residential community of Poway. Situated in northeast San Diego County, Poway is known as 'The City in the Country' and prides itself on the fact that much of the area is preserved as dedicated open space. With great views...

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Beauty Salon
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4.4(61 reviews)

Much better than I expected. Staff are very friendly and responsive to individual needs. Restaurant menu and serving staff We are in one of the smaller one bedroom apartments and it is perfect for us....

Hillside Garden II

2541 Abedul Street, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes
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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...

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5.0(3 reviews)

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.

La Costa Elder Care

2641 Abedul Street, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes
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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...

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4.7(3 reviews)

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...

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Cozy Cove-A Home for the Elderly

9431 Reagan Road, San Diego, CA 92126

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Cozy Cove - a home of the elderly, is a labor of love, knowledge and skills. Its proud owners are both healthcare workers and confident in rendering care and training its staff. They take this business seriously without any shortcuts in following the state protocols.We are centrally located and...

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4.7(3 reviews)

We had been to Cozy Cove-A Home for the Elderly, a memory care facility in San Diego, CA, when we were seeking for a similar facility for mother, who is currently residing at [removed]. The Cozy Cove-A Home...

ActivCare at 4S Ranch

10603 Rancho Bernardo Road, San Diego, CA 92127

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care
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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...

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Beauty Salon
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5.0(5 reviews)

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. ...

Torrey Pines Senior Living

13101 Hartfield Ave, San Diego, CA 92130

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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...

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Beauty Salon
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3.8(47 reviews)

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...

Belmont Village Cardiff

3535 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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...

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Beauty Salon
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4.2(32 reviews)

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...

Avocado Gardens

1159 Saxony Road, Encinitas, CA 92024

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Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

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...

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5.0(1 review)

the supervising physician is excellent. the manager is very efficient and friendly.

Rancho Santa Fe Villa

8292 Run of the Knolls, San Diego, CA 92127

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

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...

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Beauty Salon
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4.6(9 reviews)

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...

La Costa Golf Care

2702 La Costa Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes
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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...

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4.5(3 reviews)

It's a very friendly community. Some of the staff have been there for a very long time, and I think that speaks volumes. They're very friendly but very busy. I think they could probably use another person...

Meridian at Lake San Marcos

1177 San Marino Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Meridian at Lake San Marcos is located in San Marcos, California. It is unlike other assisted living facilities in that it is a luxury senior living community. Our homes are beautifully designed and furnished for independent living, assisted living, and care for those with dementia and...

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Beauty Salon
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4.4(93 reviews)

We live in the independent living of Meridian. We have a beautiful 3bed 2.5 bath apartment. We really enjoy the lifestyle they offer us. We chose this place because of their amazing dining room. We don't...

Villa Lorena

14740 Via Fiesta, San Diego, CA 92127

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

At Casa Aldea Senior Living, a beautifully designed boutique Assisted Living and Memory Care community uniquely located near the communities of Rancho Santa Fe and Santaluz in San Diego, CA, expect the extraordinary. Casa Aldea ensures senior living is firmly in the 21st Century with its...

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Beauty Salon
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4.2(5 reviews)

My Dad was so well cared for here. He loved his staff, loved the delicious food, and thought his apartment overlooking the open space in Santa Luz was so nice. He loved to look out his windows at the view....

Blue Skies of San Marcos

1119 Via Vera Cruz, San Marcos, CA 92078

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes
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Blue Skies of San Marcos is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly, providing personal care services in the peaceful and secure Stone Canyon gated community. We have been licensed since 2006 to provide care for just six seniors, which promotes a more personal level of assistance than is...

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4.0(12 reviews)

This is a wonderful caring facility. It is very clean and the staff is very kind and always attentive to the residents and their needs. The care here is a night and day difference from the previous facility...

Silverado Encinitas

335 Saxony Road, Encinitas, CA 92024

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Provides: Memory Care
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For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...

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Beauty Salon
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3.9(21 reviews)

My loved one has recently made the move into this community and even though he had a rough start the staff have done a great job at getting him adjusted. [Removed] has been amazing, she has worked closely...

Tenenbaum Villa

3463 Circulo Adorno, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Serving North County San Diego for over seventeen years. The Tenenbaum Villa specializes in Alzheimer's and Dementia Care for ambulatory and non-ambulatory, and hospice. We are located in the beautiful residential community of La Costa (Carlsbad, San Diego, California). This home is near La...

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3.8(8 reviews)

The owner was very nice and helpful. I was in an extremely stressful situation. He was very kind and patient, helped me immensely. The live in caregivers were very kind and helpful. The house is lovely with...

Garden Abode

17067 Coyote Bush Drive, San Diego, CA 92127

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Garden Abode is a senior living facility located in scenic San Diego, CA. We are family-owned and operated. We pride ourselves on our outstanding care of the elderly and the aesthetic environment of our facility. Our licensed facility offers exquisite accommodations and has a beautiful view of...

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4.4(5 reviews)

if you need a safe, warm and caring place for your loved one look no further. [name removed] and her staff were amazing and having mom here helped relieve the grief and guilt we felt having to place our mom...

La Costa Glen

1950 Silverleaf Circle, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
5.0(1 review)

Totally 5 Star!

RanchView Senior Assisted Living

350 Cole Ranch Road, Encinitas, CA 92024

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Memory Care
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Each individual has their own life story. Memory Loss , Alzheimer's and dementia do not change one's needs for love, respect and dignity. Providing for these basic needs on a constant basis can be an overwhelming task for family members as a loved one's memory fails. At RanchView Senior Assisted...

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4.5(13 reviews)

This community has been great, it really has been wonderful. The staff members were very friendly and the care services were excellent as well as the meals and dining services there. We also think the value...

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Cost of assisted living in Solana Beach, CA

The average cost of senior living in Solana Beach is 4,421 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Murrieta, CA with an average of 3,175 per month.

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What is assisted living?

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:

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  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Help with personal care
  • Laundry
  • Social activities and outings
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Solana Beach, California

Assisted Living

Assisted living communities offer supervision, social interaction, and care to people around 65 years old. The types of service offered often involve help with ADLs. Residents may be kept under supervision and assessment. In certain cases, communities may provide hospice, respite, or skilled nursing care. In California, the annual median cost for an assisted living community is around $54,000 . California has specific rules related to this kind of community. The Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division licenses this community type. Staff members receive training in a number of subjects. These include: 10 hours of initial training within the first 4 weeks of employment and 4 additional hours annually, residents’ rights, need for professionall help, and housekeeping and sanitation procedures. This community type has a number of provisions pertaining to medication assistance. These provisions include assistance with self-administration of medications and medication administration. Public assistance is available through The state’s Medicaid 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver program. This community has a number of provisions concerning food and diet which include meals must include an appropriate variety of foods, planned in consideration of cultural and religious backgrounds , meals must comply with residents’ dietary preference, meals must comply with diet prescribed by physicians, and communities must provide at least three meals per day and snacks. This type of community is required to have a staff member on duty 24 hours a day. There must be one toilet for every 1 residents and one bath or shower for every 1 residents.

Cost of Living

The total cost of care for a community is affected by the neighborhood in which it is located. The rent burden for Solana Beach is around 22.5% of the average monthly income. Monthly, the median cost for rent in Solana Beach is around $2,224 and the median value for a house for Solana Beach is $1,106,199.

Demographics and Values

In Solana Beach, 7.1% of the citizens are veterans. Based on gender, 52.9% are female and 47.1% are male. The median age of Solana Beach is 46 years old. In terms of education, 10.3% have a high-school diploma, 66.6% have a college degree, and 30.0% have a graduate degree. Racially, the population of Solana Beach is 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 5.1% Asian, 5.3% mixed race, 83.4% white, 0.6% black, 4.6% other or not specified, 11.5% Hispanic, and 0.9% Native American. Solana Beach has a population density of 1,521 people per square mile. The total population of Solana Beach consists of 13,444 people. Out of the total population of Solana Beach, 7.0% are widowed, 5.9% do not have health insurance, 4.9% live in poverty, and 65.2% participate in the labor force.

State Information

An overview of California

The natural beauty of California is ranked 5th in the nation. The quality of life enjoyed by the average California citizen is ranked 19th nation-wide. Additionally, California is ranked 7th by standards of healthcare. In total, California has 391 general hospitals and 1,108 health centers that provide care for 39,715,372 citizens. The three highest ranked hospitals in California are Mills-peninsula Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, and And Santa Monica ¢UCLA Medical Center & Orthopedic Hospital. The state of California has a cost of living index of 138.7 where a score of 100 is the national average, and anything above 100 is considered more expensive than the average. The state has a grocery index rating of 121.4 and a housing index rating of 227.3.

Social demographics of the state

The median age in the state is 37, and 26% of the population is over the age of 55. In the last presidential election 62% of California residents voted Democrat and 32% voted Republican. In terms of religion, 31% of California residents attend religious services among the 23,558 different congregations that are available in the state. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-2%, Buddhist-2%, and Hindu-2%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-20%, Mainline Protestant-10%, and Historically Black Protestant-2%. In California there are 395 masonic lodges. In terms of diversity, California ranks 1st in the nation and is considered very LGBTQ friendly.

State-wide weather information

The average air quality index rating in California is 57.1 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of August with a rating of 83.0 AQI. During the winter, the average temperature in California drops to around 47F. The average high winter temperature is around 76F in the month of February. The average low temperature during the winter drops to around 8F in the month of January. During the summer, the average temperature in California is around 71F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 116F during the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 34F during the month of June. On average, the humidity rating for California is around 61%. Humidity levels tend to reach their peak in the month of July at around 81%. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of December at around 16.26 inches. On average, the state receives 2.04 inches of precipitation a month. While residents of California mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in California can include earthquakes (high), floods, and and tornadoes.

Wildlife to be found in California

The state of California has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of Chamise, Service-berry, California Fan Palm, and Sequoia. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the Snakes, the Whales, the Coyotes, or the Cougars. The state animal of California is the California Grizzly Bear.

Frequently asked questions

Monte Vista Village, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Wildomar Senior Assisted Living are the top rated assisted living facilities near Solana Beach, California. See full list of communities.

There are 42 assisted living facilities near Solana Beach, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Solana Beach, California are Summerfield of Encinitas Memory Care, Sunrise of La Costa, and Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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