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Right Choice Senior Living
6125 Cowles Mountain Blvd., La Mesa, CA 91942
"Established in early 2008, Jean Brooks (UCSD Graduate) and Todd Brooks (Air Force Veteran, US Air Force Academy Graduate) had the desire to ..."
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Garden Abode
17067 Coyote Bush Dr., San Diego, CA 92127
"At Garden Abode, our mission is in giving care with genuine respect and love, and in treating our senior care residents like they are part o..."
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Mission Carehome North
2536 Nye Street, San Diego, CA 92111
"Mission Carehome, offering Assisted Living Facility and Memory Care in San Diego, California, is committed to providing personalized and ded..."
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La Costa Villas
7619 Primavera Way, Carlsbad, CA 92009
"Our resident-centered philosophy ensures that you receive personalized care tailored to your unique needs and preferences. Our experienced a..."
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Westmont of Carmel Valley
5720 Old Carmel Valley Road, San Diego, CA 92130
"Westmont of Carmel Valley is designed to foster a sense of belonging, independence, and overall well-being. With a range of tailored ameniti..."
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AvantGarde Senior Living of La Jolla
6211 La Jolla Hermosa Ave., La Jolla, CA 92037
"AvantGarde La Jolla delivers professional care for every stage of dementia including assistance with a decline in daily living activities, m..."
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Rancho Santa Fe Villa
8292 Run Of The Knolls, San Diego, CA 92127
""The Most Exclusive, Upscale, Six-Bedroom Residential Care Estate Home in San Diego County" Rancho Santa Fe Villa is a six-bedroom, 5,500 s..."
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ActivCare at 4S Ranch
10603 Rancho Bernardo Road, San Diego, CA 92127
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My sister-in-law has moved into ActivCare at 4S Ranch. We've been very impressed with that. We looked at the other facilities, and they just didn't seem to be the right fit for her. We like the fact that they have full-time good staff, and they have ..."
READ MOREEagles Nest Retirement Ranch Inc.
2100 Zachary Glenn Lane, Escondido, CA 92027
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother transferred to EaglesNest from assisted living after surgery to repair a broken hip. She enjoys personal care 24/7 from 2 dedicated caregivers, nutritious meals, fresh fruit, and sing-alongs in an inviting outdoor patio with gorgeous panor..."
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Splendor Valley
930 Rockwell Springs Court, Escondido, CA 92025
5.0
(2 reviews)
"We chose Splendor Valley for my mother. They'll do anything she wants to do. They take really good care of her. I've gone to see her several times, and I've been very happy with it. This is a small house with, I think, 6 people. And they have caretak..."
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Vibrant Living
5723 Bounty St., San Diego, CA 92120
5.0
(1 reviews)
"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..."
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Partners In Senior Living - Crisie Ln
2657 Crisie Ln., Escondido, CA 92025
5.0
(1 reviews)
"This is a wonderful private care home, not only a great location but the folks that work there are caring and compassionate, My sister spent some time there before she passed and we couldn’t have gotten thru without Partners, if your loved ones can’t..."
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Hidden Glenn Senior Living
662 Tranquility Glen, Escondido, CA 92027
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My friend will be moving into Hidden Glenn Senior Living. They've just redone the whole facility. There were different houses, and all of the homes were in this gated community, so nobody could walk out on the streets. It looked very attractive. The ..."
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Anne's Place
2870 Wanek Road, Escondido, CA 92027
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Thank you for amazing service for my mother who was there for 1 year. Your communication and hands-on service is top of the line and my family and I really appreciate all the loving care you gave my mother and our family! :) ..."
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Ridgeview Health Center
9825 Glen Center Dr., San Diego, CA 92131
5.0
(13 reviews)
"My room, bathroom, etc was exceptionally clean. The staff, nursing, CNA’s, food servers went above and beyond to make my stay welcoming and very pleasant for a first time nursing home experience. The food choices were varied and very tasty. Compl..."
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Vibrant Living II
6140 Crawford St., San Diego, CA 92120
5.0
(1 reviews)
"If you are looking for a new, fresh and very clean facility, Vibrant Living II is for you. It includes a spacious sunroom with a view and a large living room area. From what I've seen rooms are clean and well kept. The staff is friendly and cour..."
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Mary Katherine's Cottage
1889 Almagro Lane, Escondido, CA 92026
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Mary Katherine's Cottage was so warm, friendly, and inviting. We loved the staff and the home. We really wanted my father-in-law to be there. The person who assisted us was so friendly, and we connected right away. The whole house was very tidy, very..."
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Golden Ages RCFE
15020 Amso Street, Poway, CA 92064
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We moved my grandfather to Golden Ages. They were just very accommodating and very helpful with everything, and their place is really, really good. They've been amazing. It's really nice, the whole house is amazing, very clean, everybody is very help..."
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Ridgeview Health Center
9825 Glen Center Dr., San Diego, CA 92131
5.0
(1 reviews)
"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..."
READ MOREGeorge G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family Center, Inc. - San Diego
3686 Fourth Ave., San Diego, CA 92103
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My wife has been going to their Hillcrest facility since May of this year, and the staff has been terrific. Very caring and patient. As a not-for-profit organization, they are not a "bottom line" focused center, and their fees are reasonable. They..."
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3.0
Review of Lo-Har Senior Living
My mother is at Lo-Har Senior Living. They have different kinds of groups for different stages of people. It's a bunch of little cottages, and it's assisted living and memory care. She is sharing a...
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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities
El Cajon’s memory care residents pay $1,250 more than the California mid-rate and $2,375 more than the U.S. median price. Sacramento offers relatively modest savings of $138, while seniors in Merced pay about $5,069 less each month than their peers in El Cajon. Memory care is pricier in Napa, where the cost jumps by $297 compared with El Cajon’s median fee.
El Cajon
$9,063
California
$7,813
United States
$6,688
Napa
$9,360
Sacramento
$7,925
Merced
$3,994
Paying for Memory Care in El Cajon
Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
El Cajon’s memory care communities charge a typical monthly fee of $9,063.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in El Cajon
In El Cajon, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in California page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in California page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
In El Cajon, the median rate for memory care is $2,495 below the cost of a nursing home semi-private room, emphasizing the higher price for nursing facility care due to the more intensive clinical services it provides. Seniors who age at home pay even less; home health care, which includes home-based medical care, stands $1,818 less expensive, while the nonmedical support of in-home care is $2,199 cheaper. Assisted living communities offer personalized help with day-to-day activities in a congregate environment and charge $1,813 less than dementia care facilities.
Memory Care
$9,063
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$7,245
Assisted Living Facility
$7,250
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,558
Note: Data for El Cajon was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Diego, was used instead.
Free Memory Care Resources in El Cajon
El Cajon and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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.
To see a list of free memory care resources in El Cajon, please visit our Memory Care in California page.
What to Consider About Memory Care in El Cajon
The California Department of Social Services, Senior Care Licensing Program, oversees memory care communities in El Cajon and throughout the state. Department staff inspects facilities regularly to ensure they adhere to licensing terms and state regulations. They also investigate complaints against communities and help individuals resolve them.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in El Cajon
- El Cajon hosts several primary and urgent care clinics, including El Cajon Family Health Center, Borrego Health Centro Medico El Cajon and Chase Avenue Family Health Center. Although each offers various medical services, the latter also provides older adult care. Additionally, just 4 miles away, Sharp Grossmont Hospital operates 24/7 and offers comprehensive clinical and wellness services.
- Overall living costs in El Cajon stand 3.3% above the California average and a considerable 54.9% higher than the national figure. Rates run especially high for housing, groceries, transportation and utilities compared to national averages. However, the California Department of Aging administers several assistance programs, and the fixed monthly fees of memory care may help seniors budget more effectively.
- San Diego County joined the Dementia Friendly America Network, demonstrating its commitment to fostering a livable environment for those impacted by cognitive conditions. It raises local awareness, offers family support and helps businesses become more accessible for people with dementia.
- Aligning with regional norms, El Cajon experiences hot, dry summers and cool, cloudy winters. The short summer runs from early July to the end of September, and the longer winter lasts from the end of November to the start of April. Annually, temperatures usually range between 41 and 87 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Crime-wise, El Cajon has fewer property-related incidents than national and state averages. The violent crime rate is 0.75 points higher than the U.S. median but 0.24 points below California’s. However, residing in secure memory care communities may enhance feelings of safety for vulnerable adults.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in El Cajon
El Cajon Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in California page for more information about these laws.
