Assisted Living Communities in Lakeside, California
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Lakeside, CA below include 352 Assisted Living facilities with 1431 reviews. On average in Lakeside, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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"We chose Twin Oaks Garden for my mom. It is a family-owned place, and the owner lives in the community. They are a nice family who go the extra mile for the people there. They keep us informed of how things are going.
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"Wonderful Board and Care in residential setting. 5 bedrooms and large sunroom back of the house. My Mom is 99 and receives caring attention plus socialization in this home. Owner is committed to quality caregivers and right fit. I can’t recommend Vib..."
"My sister was here earlier this year as she had taken a bad fall and suffered a minor stroke. She was very alert but it was difficult for her to communicate. The staff was so great in helping her make simple decisions. She was able to help with fo..."
"Julie's Elderly Care is a good place. There are only six residents, so they are more hands-on with them. It is a private home, so it's very home-like. There's a bathroom in each room. There's someone who stays 24 hours with them, and they have people..."
"Gate Manor Assisted Living is close to shopping and restaurants. The grounds were very large. I was there when they were making meals for people, and the food looked good. The staff members were taking care of people, and the people looked like they ..."
"I am very satisfied with New Dawn, and I have no complaints. They take good care of my husband. It's a board and care home. The food appears to be adequate and nutritious. The staff is very good...."
"My mom moved into Madeleine's Senior Living. It just seemed to fit her needs the best. Everything is great. The care is great. We have no complaints about it. The staff members do a great job. They interact with me continually. They always know who I..."
"I liked that there were a lot of people out and about as soon as we walked into Ridgeview Health Center. They had doors that when you walk through it, you turn around. They look like bookcases. So, the residents didn't think they could walk out. They..."
"Great caring caregivers who have been there for years. The owner is really involved making sure residents are well cared for. I see the staff and owner engaging in activities with the residents. ..."
"We visited Rose House and met with the owner who was really kind and nice, and we liked her. We liked the room at the end corner. The residents were so friendly and loved the place. It was a small facility...."
"My mother is at Rancho San Diego right now. It is a converted house with three bedrooms set up with two beds, nightstands, dressers, and a closet in each. The house has central air and central heat. They serve very large portions of very American foo..."
"La Costa Heights Assisted Living is a very, very clean facility. The staff is very caring. They work hard to have my mom. They are very aware of each individual's diet. They have exercise program in the morning for everyone. They also have karaoke. T..."
"Mylda Senior Care Facility is close to my house, and it’s a very nice neighborhood. My mother took this woman to be very low functioning, so the two seniors she had in there were willing not able to do anything, she was feeding, and she was showering..."
"Edward James Retirement Home is the perfect match for my mom. It's a very nice facility. Each of the residents has their own room and bathroom and it's just very clean and very homey. They are all excellent caregivers and they treat my mom like she's..."
"The first impression was how immaculate the place is kept. The rooms are very homey and appointed with all the necessary items. Due to its size it provides a home environment versus a large community attempting to appease the masses. It’s individuali..."
"I loved BayView Senior. It's a beautiful facility. Its in a beautiful setting and its a lovely building. I really liked it. It looks like they've totally redone it. The views are beautiful and the people are very nice. It felt like a very peaceful ..."
"The staff here are awesome. Quick to help, always have positive outlook. Activity department has lots of activities, a couple of times we participated, and I wasn’t disappointed. If you miss an activity, you can ask them and they’ll come at your R..."
"I've already found a home for my grandma, and she loves it. She is at Cloisters of the Valley. We haven't found anything that we don't like about the facility. Something that I like the most is that they're very prompt. My grandma had an accident whe..."
"Mission Villa East gives you an at-home feeling. My mom moved in there and it's very clean, well-kept, and comfortable. The staff is very knowledgeable and they were able to answer all of our questions. Their activities depend on the person's level o..."
"Donald was at Good Samaritan for only 3 or 4 days. The facility is very neat, very clean, exceptionally well-organized and thought about, and had very concerned, very caring people. Some of the places we went to had an odor, whether bad or good. Like..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Lakeside, CA and Nearby Cities
Santee
$5,550
La Mesa
$4,102
US
$4,000
Poway
$3,859
Lemon Grove
$3,565
El Cajon
$3,505
Lakeside
$3,250
Spring Valley
$2,700
Paying for Assisted Living in Lakeside
Assisted Living costs in Lakeside start around $3,250 per month on average,
while the nationwide average cost of
assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Lakeside and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such
as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lakeside
Seniors living in an RCF in Lakeside can apply for financial assistance under a 1915(c) Medicaid Assisted Living Waiver, which is intended to help seniors pay for the cost of services provided to them in assisted living.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients in California may apply for an Optional State Supplement to help them pay for the cost of room and board expenses when living in an RCF. These expenses are capped by the state for residents who receive SSI.
Family supplementation is not permitted in California.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for
assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs.
Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
Lakeside and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
Lakeside-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
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Review of Deer Hill Estates
Deer Hill Estates is an excellent place. It's a very good and very modern facility. It also has estate property for people to roam about, has more to see and do than just a backyard and a front...
When my mother got out of the hospital, she went into Island Grove. It is a converted house with a lot of caregivers, but nobody speaks English. I would go to see her at least three times a week...
This is just what you want in a home for the elderly. There are consistent caregivers, who are kind and knowledgeable. The residents are encouraged to feel that it is their home. There are...