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Photo of Cypress Court
2424 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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41 reviews
9.8
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41 reviews
5 star
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Overall my mother likes the care she is receiving. She says they are understaffed because of how in demand her caregivers are. Example: My mother uses her pendant to alert a caregiver. They arrive shortly...
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.
Cypress Court embraces the wonderful climate North County San Diego has to offer. Nestled in Escondido, California, we are centrally located near shopping, entertainment, theaters, and all the conveniences of a thriving town. As you walk through our doors, you will feel an immediate sense of...
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77 Floor plans available
9.6
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56 reviews
9.6
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56 reviews
5 star
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Both A Place for Mom and Westmont Escondido have been, and continue to be, truly outstanding. I would highly recommend them to others. The compassion shown, along with the warm and welcoming environment...
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.
Westmont Town Court is centrally located in Escondido, within walking distance from the Historic Grand Avenue Downtown District where residents can enjoy unique shops, fine eateries and medical services as well as cultural performances and fine art at the nearby California Center for the Arts....
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Photo of Oakmont of Escondido Hills
1414 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.2
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56 reviews
9.2
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56 reviews
5 star
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First, it is beautiful with a beautiful courtyard in the middle of the complex, 2nd it has such a sweet and friendly staff, 3rd they have different activities every day and last they have lots of family...
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 situated on a lush six-acre campus with lovely views of the Escondido Hills and within walking distance of Westfield's North County Fair Shopping Mall. If an active lifestyle is what you desire, you'll feel at home in our retirement...
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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Escondido
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.4
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162 reviews
8.4
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162 reviews
5 star
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Strengths: very communicative to families ongoing. Really partner once a resident. Everyone is super friendly and you feel like they care. Seem to work they don't know what to ask. Also the Dining schedules...
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create...
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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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73 reviews
8.6
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73 reviews
5 star
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I do like the relax area by foundation in the center. Yes, I would recommend Holiday The Springs to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Soak up the sun at The Springs of Escondido,a Holiday Retirement vibrant senior living community perfectly situated just 40 minutes from downtown San Diego with easy access to all north county beaches. You will be within 5 minutes of Palomar Medical Center and a variety of shopping and dining...
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Photo of Gardens at Escondido
1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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70 reviews
9.0
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70 reviews
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They have warm and friendly staff, room is clean and beautiful, atmosphere is cheerful and inviting. Their rates were competitive as well. We are grateful to have found this place for my dad. I would...
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.
Welcome to Escondido, California, a beautiful town offering nearby beach views, mountain hiking, and year-round warm weather. Choose Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care at Gardens at Escondido, and come home to an inviting community of compassionate caregivers and friendly...
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8.9
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121 reviews
8.9
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121 reviews
5 star
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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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1111 Photos available
8.0
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26 reviews
8.0
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26 reviews
5 star
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They would all be 5. We are very please with the care mom is getting. She's clean. Gets meals in dining hall or room which ever she prefers. Staff is always friendly and communicates if they feel there is...
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.
Redwood Terrace is a proud member of Human Good, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to providing quality living options and support services to Seniors.
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9.7
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15 reviews
9.7
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15 reviews
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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 Brookdale San Marcos
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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107 reviews
9.0
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107 reviews
5 star
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I found this place to have a warm welcoming atmosphere. The food was great and the amenities were great. I talked to a number of residents and they had good things to say about their experience.
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.
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...
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Photo of Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos
99 Photos available
8.4
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94 reviews
8.4
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94 reviews
5 star
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We toured a place in Carlsbad that was much more expensive but looked more institutionalized. Silvergate is much more homey, broken down into neighborhoods. Also, staff ratios were much better. I visit very...
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.
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...
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1313 Photos available
8.3
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22 reviews
8.3
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22 reviews
5 star
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This is our family’s first experience with an assisted living facility and Pacifica Gateway is proving to be a great fit for our loved one. The studio is cozy and well maintained by housekeeping. The staff...
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Poway is located in Poway, CA. Poway is a part of San Diego County, and this independent living community provides seniors with a great location to call home. Poway offers much to do and see, so that residents and their guests always have entertainment options. Those who...
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Photo of Felicita Vida Senior Living
2020 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.6
Review score
33 reviews
7.6
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33 reviews
5 star
59%
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The staff at this facility was very nice and accommodating, made it very easy to transfer my family member in. The facility is very nice and clean and many activities to join in. The rooms are bright 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.
Felicita Vida is an assisted living community providing memory care nestled in mountainous Escondido, San Diego County, California. This city is the heart of San Diego North and is the perfect location for those who want an outdoor oasis. Lakes, parks, horse ranches, and nature preserves has made...
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I would highly recommend Oak Hill Residential Care for the needs of your loved ones. My father has been a resident for over 2 years now and is doing better than ever. He has all types of issues and needs...
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.
Oak Hill Residential Care, a not-for-profit licensed residential care facility for the elderly, offers an affordable alternative to the high cost of long-term custodial care, one-third to one-half the cost. Oak Hill Residential care provides a home-like environment while providing the highest...
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The new management team (2023) is awesome. In the short time they have been here many things that have needed doing have been done. The team is knowledgeable, efficient, and fun to have here. Overture 55 is...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Overture San Marcos’ 55+ active adult apartment home community is designed specifically with you in mind. Our maintenance-free lifestyle gives you the active and healthy atmosphere you desire and plenty of time to pursue old interests or discover new ones. Keep fit in our newly-renovated fitness...
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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.
Our mission at Villa Bernardo is serving seniors in such a manner that preserves their dignity and promotes their independence while enhancing their quality of life. We have well-trained staff to take care of your loved ones like our own mom or dad.
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1818 Photos available
8.4
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16 reviews
8.4
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16 reviews
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My parents are very happy with the Remington. They enjoy the food and the social activities. The staff and residents are very friendly. They also love the location close to shopping, banks, the post office,...
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.
Nestled in the exclusive community of Rancho Bernardo, The Remington Club is a vibrant, independent, and assisted living community surrounded by serene gardens, breathtaking mountain views, and centrally located near shopping and restaurants. Our newly refreshed common spaces provide...
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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...
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 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...
Photo of Shadowridge (Renovation Fall 2019)
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The Manse is a lovely facility with a real feeling of "home" for its residents. The atmosphere is family-like and is evident in the relationship the staff develops with each resident. Most importantly,...
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 in the beautiful northern part of San Diego county, The Manse exists as a beautiful, two-story colonial styled home for the elderly. With services ranging from assisted living, respite care, to Dementia care, The Manse is committed to providing for all the needs of your loved one during...
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Things are a little unsettled at the moment, this facility is now on its second director. At first i really liked how they had free laundry included, but now they have set up pay laundry. You used to only...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Legacy Hills at Poway, a community providing residents with a living experience that is designed to perfectly suit your lifestyle. Our Poway, CA community takes an innovative approach toward 55+ independent living that’s focused on a vibrant and fun social life while still providing...
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My dad and my whole family loves this place!! Employees go above and beyond [name removed], [name removed] and [name removed]. The facility is also very affordable!
Provides: Assisted 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.
Hilltop Vistas await you! The evening lights of the city twinkle from below. Situated high above downtown Escondido, we are close to everything yet quiet. Owned and operated by the Cook family for three generations, Crest View Manor offers experience in caring for your loved one. We are large...
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After I retired, my daughter felt it was important for her to live nearby in case my wife and I might need some assistance. That was nice of her, but I was disappointed to find out later that she had turned...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Escondido, CA

The average cost of senior living in Escondido is $4,967 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $2,940 per month.

Independent living costs in Escondido, CA, vs. nearby cities

Escondido, CA
$4,967/mo
$5,087/mo

Independent living costs in Escondido, CA, vs. state and national averages

Escondido, CA
$4,967/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Escondido, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,027/mo
Independent Living
$4,967/mo

Independent living costs in Escondido, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,108/mo
Studio
$4,050/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,537/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,512/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,400/mo

Senior living costs in Escondido vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Escondido, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEscondido, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,967/mo$4,434/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$4,702/mo$4,287/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$6,027/mo$5,249/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Escondido, CA:$4,967/mo
California:$4,434/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Escondido, CA:$4,702/mo
California:$4,287/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Escondido, CA:$6,027/mo
California:$5,249/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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

What families are saying about independent living in Escondido

Recent reviews for independent living in Escondido

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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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.

Escondido independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Escondido independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Escondido, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Escondido independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Escondido partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Escondido, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.4%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
42.4%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.4%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.2%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Escondido independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Escondido communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Escondido, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.4%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
42.4%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Escondido independent 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 independent living communities in Escondido offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Escondido, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.5%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.6%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.5%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.4%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.4%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.5%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
39.4%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook, Cypress Court and Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon are the top-rated independent living facilities near Escondido, California. See full list of communities.

There are 33 independent living facilities near Escondido, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Escondido, California are Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook, Cypress Court and Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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