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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Carlsbad, CA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Carlsbad, A Place for Mom can help. With 34 memory care facilities in Carlsbad, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Carlsbad incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Carlsbad memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Carlsbad, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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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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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...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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My mother has lived at Heritage Hills for almost four years. The current Executive Director, [name removed], and staff are the best I've experienced. The staff is kind and caring. The facility is clean and...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Wanted to "Thank" [Name Removed] & staff for their loving care of both my parents: [Name Removed] until their passing respectively [Dates Removed] . I was my parents primary care giver for 3 years until...
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.
Ascot Home Care is a residential care home in charming Vista, California, in northwest San Diego County. Vista is home to many fun family attractions, such as the Wave Water Park, the Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum, Alta Vista Gardens and numerous beautiful city parks. With it's many...
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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...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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 between the neighboring villages of Del Mar and Rancho Santa Fe, La Vida Del Mar’s scenic coastal location features 105 spacious Independent Living residences. Honored as “One of America’s 50 Best Retirement Communities,” La Vida Del Mar offers a host of amenities including convenient...
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Cost of memory care in Carlsbad, CA

The average cost of senior living in Carlsbad is $6,287 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include French Valley, CA with an average of $4,009 per month.

Memory care costs in Carlsbad, CA, vs. nearby cities

Carlsbad, CA
$6,287/mo
$6,200/mo
$6,067/mo

Memory care costs in Carlsbad, CA, vs. state and national averages

Carlsbad, CA
$6,287/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Carlsbad, CA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,287/mo

Memory care costs in Carlsbad, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,083/mo
Studio
$5,352/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,947/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,920/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,695/mo

Senior living costs in Carlsbad 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: Carlsbad, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarlsbad, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$6,287/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,893/mo$4,369/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$5,178/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Carlsbad, CA:$6,287/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Carlsbad, CA:$4,893/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Carlsbad, CA:$5,178/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Carlsbad, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Carlsbad and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Carlsbad, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Carlsbad have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Carlsbad, CA$5,558/mo$5,843/mo-4.9%
California$6,659/mo$6,395/mo+4.1%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Carlsbad, CA
2024 average cost:$5,558/mo
2023 average cost:$5,843/mo
Percent change:-4.9%
California
2024 average cost:$6,659/mo
2023 average cost:$6,395/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Carlsbad

Recent reviews for memory care in Carlsbad

Santianna in Carlsbad, CA

4.8
They did not do a good job onboarding but the staff is new and friendly and our loved one has settled in. It's rather expensive [fee removed] a month but it is brand new and very nice. Out of the other communities we toured Santianna is by far the nicest facility, and so far the care has been ...
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Crest View Manor, Inc. in Escondido, CA

5.0
My mom really liked Crest View Manor. It has a great staff and is very clean. I would definitely recommend Crest View Manor to anyone. They were great. Unfortunately my mom was there during Covid, so there wasn't too much activities taking place. But it was a great facility.

Marama in Vista, CA

4.8
Took extremely good care of my mom there. Very kind and loving and caring lots of communication with us in our family and it was unbelievably clean. Wonderful food was served and snacks .if you're looking for a safe place for your family member highly suggest this home. It was a blessing for ...
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Carlsbad review score based on 212 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 212 reviews of 30 Carlsbad memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carlsbad review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Carlsbad review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Carlsbad, CA30 facilities
8.6
Vista, CA34 facilities
8.4
Encinitas, CA33 facilities

Review subcategories for Carlsbad memory care

When memory care 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 212 reviews of 30 Carlsbad memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Carlsbad resident and family memory care 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.
Carlsbad, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.3
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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Carlsbad memory care services and amenities

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

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Carlsbad that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carlsbad, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
90%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.3%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
93.3%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carlsbad memory care

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 Carlsbad Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carlsbad, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
86.7%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
76.7%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
83.3%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
50%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carlsbad memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Carlsbad partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carlsbad, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.3%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
83.3%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
76.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
86.7%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Carlsbad memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Carlsbad communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carlsbad, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
73.3%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
53.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carlsbad memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Carlsbad offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carlsbad, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
80%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.7%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
86.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
86.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
86.7%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
60%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.7%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
86.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Carlsbad

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Carlsbad protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Laguna Estates Senior Living, Sunrise of La Costa and ActivCare at Bressi Ranch are the top-rated memory care facilities near Carlsbad, California. See full list of communities.
There are 34 memory care facilities near Carlsbad, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Carlsbad, California are Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook, Silvergate Rancho Bernardo and Westmont of Encinitas. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 34 memory care facilities near you in Carlsbad, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Carlsbad, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Carlsbad, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Carlsbad, California ranges from $850 to $30000. The average Memory Care cost in Carlsbad, California is $6,287. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Carlsbad, California typically starts at $850. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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