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La Marea Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Carlsbad, CA
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La Marea Senior Living

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Carlsbad, CA
5592 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of La Marea Senior Living

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La Marea Senior Living offers the next level of care for assisted living and memory care lifestyles we know today. The premier senior living home is committed to delivering full support for residents with their day-to-day activities. Families can trust that the upscale retirement home is where their loved ones will discover a lifestyle that balances individuality and independence for seniors. As the trusted choice in Carlsbad, seniors can expect an elevated lifestyle driven by exceptional care.

La Marea boasts its premier programs, such as the Vibrant Life® and Elevate® Dining programs, that help with the holistic wellness of each resident and restaurant-style dining services, housekeeping, and linen. They also offer the exclusive Generations Memory Care program, which has designed a specialized care plan for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia.

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Bed community size
125-bed community Rank #525 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 525th out of 1644 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
5 years in operation Rank #996 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 996th out of 1497 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 44 / 100 Rank #1484 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1484th out of 2087 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
94%
Rank #244 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 244th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
117 / 125
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusActive
IssuanceJune 4, 2021
CountySan Diego
License Number374604411

Ownership & Operating Entity

La Marea Senior Living is legally operated by Carlsbad Operating LLC and Integral Snr Lvg Mgmt LLC, and administered by Matthew Ryan.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing(Specialized Dementia)

Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff
Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

Facility Details(Specialized Dementia)

No Admission Fee

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon And Spa
Fitness Center
Community Social Spaces
Multimedia Lounge And Theater
Activity And Game Room
Restaurant-Style Dining
Full-Service Bar & Bistro With Tvs
Outdoor Dining Patio
ActivitiesThere’s always something fun and exciting happening here, including BINGO, chair exercise, and the mahjong club
Specific ProgramsExclusive Programs, Military Veterans Program

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 15 citations 24 total visits 12 complaint visits 4 official inspections 11 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

14 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1156 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1156th out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 67 out of 100. Letter grade D+. 14 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 6 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (50% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (175% above)
• Total visits (50% above)
• Other visits (14% above)
• Complaint investigations (10% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (82% below)
• Complaint visits (8% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1510 This facility has 50% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 50% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 43 This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #829 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 829th out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 114 This facility has 175% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 175% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.63.3 This facility has 82% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.6 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 82% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 2416 This facility has 50% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (24 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 50% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1213 This facility has 8% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 8% better Rank #918 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 918th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 87 This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1110 This facility has 10% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 10% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on February 26, 2026 found the facility in full compliance with no deficiencies and all safety equipment and storage properly maintained.
  • A February 10, 2026 follow-up cited one immediate jeopardy deficiency for Staff 1 working five days without a criminal background clearance, resulting in a $500 civil penalty.
  • Multiple substantiated complaints from late 2025 documented failures in medication assistance, resident monitoring at night, fall prevention, timely medical response, and incident reporting.
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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 400 / 519 / 889 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

Studio
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343 - 400 sq. ft
1 Bed
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519 sq. ft
2 Bed
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2 Bed
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889 sq. ft

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Address 4.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Carlsbad's city center to La Marea Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.17 miles to nearest hospital (Tri-City Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

La Marea Senior Living is located in Carlsbad, California.
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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
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High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about La Marea Senior Living

What neighborhood is La Marea Senior Living in?

La Marea Senior Living is in the Carlsbad Research Center neighborhood of Carlsbad.

Who is the owner of La Marea Senior Living?

La Marea Senior Living is legally operated by Carlsbad Operating LLC and Integral Snr Lvg Mgmt LLC, and administered by Matthew Ryan.

Is La Marea Senior Living in a walkable area?

La Marea Senior Living has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of La Marea Senior Living?

According to CA state health department records, La Marea Senior Living's license number is 374604411.

What is the occupancy rate at La Marea Senior Living?

La Marea Senior Living's occupancy is 94%.

How long has La Marea Senior Living been in business?

La Marea Senior Living has been operating for approximately 5 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at La Marea Senior Living?

Yes, La Marea Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

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