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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Poway, CA

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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.
Hands of Love, Inc is a senior care home located in the calm City of San Diego, California in Sand Diego County. Our residence rests on a spacious piece of land, which offers good indoor and outdoor experience to senior citizens. We live in a neighborhood that enjoys perfect climatic conditions...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Easy Living attorney Del Mar Easy Living at Torrey Del Mar is a residential care home located in San Diego, CA in San Diego County. The metropolitan area offers beautiful coastal beaches and easy access to limitless entertainment and recreation options. These amenities combine to make Easy Living...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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.
We offer a specialized program providing assistance 24 hours a day by trained caregivers who care and understand the unique needs of an Alzheimer's resident. Maple Manor caters to residents who value their freedom and independence, yet need a helping hand due to memory loss. Personalized...
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Everything is going well for my sister here at this community. It is a nice and well maintained facility, and they do a good job with the cleanliness. The staff is good here. They are helpful and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Easy Living RCFE Easy Living RCFE is a residential care home located in the magnificent city of San Diego, California in San Diego County. We specialize in creating a good living place for senior citizens through the provision of a serene environment. Our residence is situated in a convenient...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Emmaus Care I in San Diego, California offers its residents convenience and comfort. Two assisted living centers sit right next to each other nearby grocery stores, a movie theatre, park, and churches. One building has six rooms in it, and the other has seven. Our entire staff makes sure each...
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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.
Elite Manor Residential Care is a 24-hour assisted living facility located in a new, beautiful residence that was built in 2006. In fact, we're recognized as one of Southern California's most beautiful 6-bed residential care facilities, as we are elegantly decorated and furnished. We pride...
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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.
Westmore Care Home is an assisted living and rehabilitation center for the elderly. We provide meals and assist with any of their needs such as bathing, grooming, cleaning etc. We also have a variety of activities to keep them happy and healthy not to mention social. We have a 6 person capacity...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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Our Mother had a stroke in July last year and has been in 3 care homes since. The family has been with her on a daily basis during this period and we have learned a lot about care homes. Many places say...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Meadowview, Residential Care Facility for the Elderly, is a California licensed senior care community in Escondido, California. Ray and Toni Klapka, Licensees, have owned and operated Meadowview for over twenty years and have earned its reputation for outstanding care and supervision. With...
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My mother has been in 4 different facilities over the years, she was unhappy in some and kicked out of others. At a couple of places we had to hire a person to look after her on top of paying for her...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
We provide a comfortable and homey feeling environment to our residents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.Our mission is to render a quality of care and service, with respect, dignity, and compassion. We are licensed for 6-non ambulatory residents. We have 2-single rooms and 4-shared rooms. ...

Cost of assisted living in Poway, CA

The average cost of senior living in Poway is $4,604 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $3,133 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Poway, CA vs. nearby cities

Poway, CA
$4,604/mo
$4,573/mo
$4,702/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Poway, CA vs. the state and national average

Poway, CA
$4,604/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Poway vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,604/mo
$5,798/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Poway, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,638/mo
Private
$5,471/mo
Studio
$6,178/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,701/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,606/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$10,800/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Poway, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Poway.

What families are saying about assisted living in Poway

Recent reviews for assisted living in Poway

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 ...
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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.

Poway review score based on 90 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 90 reviews of 60 Poway assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Poway review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Poway review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Poway, CA60 facilities
8.2
Santee, CA97 facilities
8.0
Escondido, CA72 facilities

Review subcategories for Poway assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 90 reviews of 60 Poway assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Poway resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Poway, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
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Value for cost*
4.2
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Poway assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Poway assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Poway, 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 Poway assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Poway that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
54.7%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.8%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
78.1%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.8%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.4%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.4%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.6%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.1%
44.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Poway assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Poway Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Poway, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.4%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.6%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.6%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Poway assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Poway partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Poway, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.2%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
32.8%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.1%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.4%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Poway assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Poway communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Poway, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.3%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.4%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
26.6%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.4%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Poway assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Poway offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Poway, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.4%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.2%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.1%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.3%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.3%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.3%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.1%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
31.3%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
21.9%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.1%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.7%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Poway

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Poway protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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Cypress Court, Monte Vista Village and Silvergate Rancho Bernardo are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Poway, California. See full list of communities.

There are 67 assisted living facilities near Poway, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Poway, California are Cypress Court, Monte Vista Village and Silvergate Rancho Bernardo. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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