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Comunita Di Monze
6922 Adams Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942
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Assisted Living Communities in San Marcos, California
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in San Marcos, CA below include 365 Assisted Living facilities with...
1656 reviews. On average in San Marcos, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Cal-Cris Lodge
8944 Emerald Grove Avenue, Lakeside, CA 92040
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Cogir of Fallbrook
1735 S. Mission Rd, Fallbrook, CA 92028
"From independent living to full-time memory care and short-stay respite care, COGIR of Fallbrook is a safe, warm atmosphere designed specifi..."
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Sunrise Way Residence
1338 Bosworth Street, El Cajon, CA 92019
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READ MORESunrise Way Residence Ii
161 Marsden Ct, El Cajon, CA 92020
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Sunrise Way Residence Iii
1140 Naranca Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
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Golden House Residence
21 Via Alta Vista, Bonsall, CA 92003
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5426 Avenida Fiesta, La Jolla, CA 92037
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27806 Dogwood Gln, Escondido, CA 92026
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READ MOREMission Home 4
2849 Melbourne Drive, San Diego, CA 92123
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2493 Melbourne Drive, San Diego, CA 92123
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15042 Amso Street, Poway, CA 92064
"North County Care Home, situated in Poway, California, provides Memory Care and Assisted Living services. This community is designed to offe..."
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Villa Victoria LLC
1537 Tibidabo Drive, Escondido, CA 92027
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A Timeless Treasures
3474 Angwin Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
"In a homelike environment, our group activities fill the day with genuinely enjoyable interaction provided by caregivers who are trained to ..."
READ MORESilver Oak Country Estates II
146 Sun Villa Court, Vista, CA 92084
"Silver Oak Country Estates is an assisted living facility in Vista, CA that offers residents independent living options and daily support se..."
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North La Costa Assisted Living
7623 Primavera Way, Carlsbad, CA 92009
"Just a short distance from San Diego, North La Costa Assisted Living in Carlsbad (La Costa neighborhood) offers, to older adults 60 and over..."
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Caring Corner Independent Living
431 Graves Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020
"Caring Corner Independent Living is located in El Cajon, CA. Independent Living gives you or your loved ones peace of mind, when your health..."
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Santa Martha Residential I
3739 Millikin Avenue, San Diego, CA 92122
"Santa Martha Residential is a modest 6-bed residential care home located in San Diego, California. Santa Martha Residential Care Home is nea..."
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Santa Martha Residential II
4615 Sauk Avenue, San Diego, CA 92117
"Santa Martha Residential is a modest 6-bed residential care home located in San Diego, California. Santa Martha Residential Care Home is nea..."
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Santa Martha Residential III
5706 Tulane Street, San Diego, CA 92122
"Santa Martha Residential is a modest 6-bed residential care home located in San Diego, California. Santa Martha Residential Care Home is nea..."
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Joyce
3.0
Review of Brookdale San Marcos
We went to Brookdale San Marcos. They made the living room tiny. They made the two bedrooms huge. They made the closet space bigger than the living room. And where do you spend your time? In the...
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Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. By giving us your feedback, you are helping us to understand what we do well and what we could focus on improving. Please be assured your...
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Margie C.
5.0
Review of Silvergate San Marcos
My Mom has been living at Silvergate for over a year now. We have only experienced great things here. Her home is a beautiful 2 room apartment that she has decorated with her own furniture which...
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bhalus
5.0
Review of Silvergate San Marcos
Silvergate has been a great move for my Dad. The staff and other residents are very friendly and caring. He loves the food and activities and it gives such peace of mind to know how well cared for...
Provider response
He IS happy here and is always eager to chat with our staff and help out in activities. We love having him here and he's right - our food is delicious!
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The Cost of Assisted Living in San Marcos, CA and Nearby Cities
The average cost of assisted living in San Marcos is $225 higher than the $5,250 California state average and $975 more than the $4,500 national rate. The local price seniors pay is competitive with many other California locations. The state capital of Sacramento, for example, costs $250 less than San Marcos, and Vallejo is also less expensive at $4,950. San Francisco is costlier, however, with an average cost of $6,319.
San Marcos
$5,475
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Sacramento
$5,225
Los Angeles
$5,250
Vallejo
$4,950
San Francisco
$6,319
Paying for Assisted Living in San Marcos
Assisted living costs an average of $5,475 a month for seniors in San Marcos. Each facility sets its own price based on amenities and location.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in San Marcos
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in San Marcos, CA
Assisted living in San Marcos averages $5,475 a month. Seniors in San Marcos pay much more, $9,384 a month, for a semiprivate room in a skilled nursing home. In-home care in San Marcos costs an average of $6,387 a month, while the average for home health care is $6,473, both costlier than assisted living. The typical cost for adult day health care is cheaper than assisted living, at $2,058.
In-Home Care
$6,387
Home Health Care
$6,473
Adult Day Health Care
$2,058
Assisted Living Facility
$5,475
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,384
Note: Data for San Marcos was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Diego, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in San Marcos
San Marcos seniors may need help from time to time from various local agencies and nonprofit organizations. The programs listed in this table offer free and reduced-cost support for older adults. By contacting these agencies directly, seniors can get help applying for benefits, accessing food and other necessities and connecting with others.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| San Marcos Senior Activity Center | (760) 744-5535 | The San Marcos Senior Activity Center on Richmar Avenue welcomes local seniors aged 50 and over for free and low-cost social services and community events. Programs the center supports include congregate meals and bingo nights, complimentary transportation for members and a full calendar of scheduled social events. |
| Aging & Independence Services | (800) 339-4661 | San Diego County's Aging & Independent Services provides several support services for local seniors. The in-home support services program trains and funds in-home care workers. Adult Protective Services investigates claims of abuse and senior neglect, and it operates a 24-hour senior helpline. |
| ElderHelp of San Diego | (619) 284-9281 | ElderHelp of San Diego is a private nonprofit agency helping seniors with multiple free programs. The organization offers referrals for care services and coordination, as well as housing and benefits counseling. It employs caseworkers who can assist seniors with applications for benefits they may be eligible to receive. |
| Weissler’s Law Group | (760) 487-8180 | Weissler's Law Group handles matters relating to the special needs of San Marcos seniors. Free and discounted consultations are available for estate planning, elder rights and quality of life issues, power of attorney and asset protection for seniors moving into residential care settings. |
| George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers | (619) 543-4700 | The three George G. Glenner family centers in San Diego County operate a day program that serves seniors. In addition to care and respite services, the centers offer volunteer programs, caregiver education and support groups for seniors and families to help deal with the challenges of aging. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in San Marcos
San Marcos Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
