Page 2 of Best Memory Care in San Diego, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 35 memory care providers in San Diego, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in CA
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Avg Walk Score: 54/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in San Diego, CA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 180The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in San Diego, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
The ALM Inspection Grade — our own 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. It is not a government rating. A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
ActivCare Mission Bay
MC
AL
San Diego (Pacific Beach)
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 103
Rank #935 / 1,492
No
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 57
Rank #637 / 1,887
A-90 / 100 — 7 points above the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #611 / 1,452
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #242 / 1,313
-Rac Mission Bay/Income Prop. Grp/Activcare Lv Inc-
Torrey Pines Assisted and Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
San Diego (Carmel Valley)
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 103
Rank #478 / 1,492
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #352 / 1,887
A+97 / 100 — 14 points above the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)6
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,270 / 1,452
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #356 / 1,313
-Hartfield Care LLC-
HarborView Senior Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
RC
San Diego (Bankers Hill)
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,104 / 1,492
No
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 57
Rank #176 / 1,887
B+88 / 100 — 5 points above the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)20
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #809 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #698 / 1,452
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #392 / 1,313
-Hvsal, LLCPrivate Rooms
ActivCare 4S Ranch
MC
AL
San Diego
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 103
Rank #935 / 1,492
No
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 57
Rank #481 / 1,887
A-91 / 100 — 8 points above the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)11
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #665 / 1,452
78.3%
Facility 78.3%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #596 / 1,313
-Income Property Grp And Activcare Living Rac Dove Cnyn-
St. Paul‘s Villa
MC
AL
RC
San Diego (Bankers Hill)
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #141 / 1,492
Yes
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 57
Rank #140 / 1,887
A93 / 100 — 10 points above the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)16
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
-
56.0%
Facility 56.0%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #1,109 / 1,313
A+St. Paul's Episcopal Home, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westmont of Carmel Valley
MC
AL
IL
San Diego (Carmel Valley)
138
Facility 138
CA AVG 103
Rank #405 / 1,492
Yes
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 57
Rank #1,718 / 1,887
B+89 / 100 — 6 points above the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)12
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,270 / 1,452
97.1%
Facility 97.1%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #160 / 1,313
-Westmont Lving Inc. Wm Carmel Valley Mgr Gp LLC CaStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ridgeview Health Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 103
Rank #888 / 1,492
No
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 57
Rank #1,775 / 1,887
-19
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #972 / 1,452
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #346 / 1,313
-Crestview Hc LLC-
La Vida Real
MC
AL
IL
El Cajon
177
Facility 177
CA AVG 103
Rank #209 / 1,492
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 57
Rank #693 / 1,887
C+78 / 100 — 5 points below the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)46
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,262 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #611 / 1,452
70.1%
Facility 70.1%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #798 / 1,313
-Lvr Subtenant LLC And Srg Managment LLCAlcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
San Diego
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #509 / 1,492
Yes
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 57
Rank #974 / 1,887
B-80 / 100 — 3 points below the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)28
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,081 / 1,452
65.8%
Facility 65.8%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #949 / 1,313
A+Pacifica Ca LLC, Penasquitos LP, And Penasquitos Mgr LLC-
Alpine View Lodge
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Alpine (Glen Oaks)
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,069 / 1,492
No
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 57
Rank #1,873 / 1,887
A+97 / 100 — 14 points above the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)6
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,186 / 1,452
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #656 / 1,313
-Alpine View Lodge LLC-

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Overview of ActivCare Mission Bay

ActivCare Mission Bay redefines the very essence of residential memory care, transcending expectations and forging a new path of excellence. Since its doors opened in 2014, this vibrant community has blossomed into a haven of fulfillment, breathing life into the streets of San Diego, California. More than a mere residential memory care facility, ActivCare Mission Bay is a vibrant tapestry of community, where residents are enveloped in an embrace of support. 
A dedicated team of licensed nurses stands vigilant, available at all hours to provide professional care and support. Specially trained caregivers, also create an atmosphere of safety and security. Strolling through nature’s embrace or embarking on excursions through the cityscape, residents discover a world of wonder, fostering a spirit of curiosity that knows no bounds.

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Overview of Torrey Pines Assisted and Senior Living

Pate Rehabilitation Center operates a specialized neurological recovery campus located on Villa Creek Drive in Dallas, Texas. The facility has provided stroke and brain injury rehabilitation services across the North Texas region for more than 30 years and holds formal accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

The program is structured around three distinct pathways depending on a patient’s stage of recovery: inpatient neurorehabilitation, outpatient neurorehabilitation, and a supportive living community option. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy services focus on functional independence.

To support brain injury treatment, the center utilizes mechanical tools like ReoGo and Armeo Spring robotics to help patients target and regain movement. The surrounding location holds a walk score of 38, meaning the immediate neighborhood layout is car-dependent, though a small number of local services are accessible on foot.

Families looking to determine which treatment track fits their specific recovery goals can reach the Villa Creek Drive admissions team to evaluate program details.

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Overview of HarborView Senior Assisted Living

Harborview Community is a premier facility for seniors seeking a vibrant haven. Here, residents are encouraged to form close bonds with one another. With beautiful gardens and cozy reading nooks, it’s a home away from home for the residents. The dedicated team of this community serves the residents with compassion, ensuring each member of the community feels supported.

With personalized care tailored to individual needs, residents thrive in an environment that encourages independence and freedom. Here, with the scenic views of the sea, Harborview Community welcomes seniors as their residents to their amazing community.

 

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ActivCare 4S Ranch

10603 Rancho Bernardo Rd, San Diego, CA 92127
Overview of ActivCare 4s Ranch

ActivCare 4s Ranch shines as a sanctuary of exceptional memory care in San Diego. This distinguished residential facility offers an array of specialized services, catering to varying levels of memory impairment while prioritizing top-notch medical care. The dedicated team members, armed with extensive training in memory care, utilize personalized approaches to engage residents in meaningful moments. 
Specially trained caregivers stand as guardians of comfort, providing unwavering support and companionship to those entrusted in their care. The tranquil courtyard, meticulously manicured and secure, offers a haven where nature’s embrace merges with the soothing melody of resident footsteps. Akin to a breath of fresh air, the atmosphere at ActivCare 4s Ranch exudes warmth and serenity. Bathed in natural light, the spaces are designed to inspire connection and renewal. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated, from the open layouts that invite the conversation to the uplifting ambiance that permeates each corner. 

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Overview of St. Paul‘s Villa

Nestled in the heart of Bankers Hill, St. Paul’s Villa provides a home-like atmosphere through our individualized approach to care and living. They have been providing care to San Diego seniors since the year it was founded as a non-profit in 1960. With 24/7 licensed nursing staff, they provide a higher level of care than many communities. Their staff truly loves caring for our seniors and it shows.

Residents of independent living and assisted living both are given their own private rooms for them to feel safe and secure. Community features such as amenities and services are given seamless access to all residents: transportation, all-day dining, and housekeeping. Assisted living residents, though, gain extra service when it comes to assistance with bathing, grooming, medication management, and more. Memory care residents get to receive specialized life enrichment programs and family engagement activities. As for independent living residents who are encouraged to live an active lifestyle are highly encouraged to take advantage of the community’s own fitness studio, sparkling salt-water pool, and full-service pub– to maintain an active lifestyle.

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Overview of Westmont of Carmel Valley

Designed to encourage a vibrant living experience, Westmont of Carmel Valley is a distinct senior living community in San Diego, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community provides its residents with a luxurious setting with stunning accommodations and top-notch amenities designed to make residents feel like they are on vacation. Friendly and competent care experts are always on standby to offer compassionate care and assistance with daily living activities or specialized memory care should residents need it.

Helping its residents live a vibrant and meaningful life, the community organizes a wide array of activities and events with something for everyone to enjoy. A diverse selection of delicious meals are carefully prepared and served daily to make sure residents always eat healthy and right on time. Amenities like an outdoor pool, fitness center, bistro, theater, community garden, and walking trails are also offered to further enhance residents’ comfort and convenience.

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Overview of Ridgeview Health Center

Ridgeview Health Center is a peaceful sanctuary where residents can receive personalized care, including assisted living, memory care, 24-hour skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. The center is dedicated to providing unfaltering attention to the wellness of its elderly residents, through their distinctive floor plans and emergency response available 24/7. They boast full-time wellness nurses and highly trained caregivers, equipped with advanced medication technologies. They place a great deal of importance on the residents’ independence and personal choices, ensuring that each individual has the freedom to live their life the way they choose.
This home also offers a salon and barber, scenic drives, shopping trips, and spiritual wellness options such as bible studies and church services. Residents can enjoy their meals while maintaining their health goals as the center offers options to satisfy their palate while being healthy. They provide a myriad of avenues for residents to enjoy various activities as well, such as Wheel of Fortune, bingo and card games, themed and holiday events, live music performances, craft and ceramics classes, painting workshops, museum visits, and so much more.

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La Vida Real

11588 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA 92019
Overview of La Vida Real

Experience the beauty of a Spanish village with La Vida Real located in Rancho, San Diego, CA. An astounding senior living community that provides a spectrum of living options including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Integrated Health Care, and The Club. With a spacious and ethereal setting, La Vida Real offers various accommodations such as studio to two-bedroom deluxe for independent living residents, and studio to one-bedroom apartments for residents in assisted living. 

Integrating the community’s very own Zest wellness program that combines the mind, the body, and the spiritual, La Vida Real ensures the wellness of the seniors. The community also fosters meaningful and powerful connections among its residents to further ignite their passion. Here, top-notch meals are served to satisfy the cravings and dietary needs of the seniors. Amenities include spa and beauty services, live music, an onsite cinema, an art studio, and many more entertainment and enrichment-related activities.

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Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living

12979 Rancho Peñasquitos Blvd, San Diego, CA 92129
Overview of Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living

Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care that promotes independence while receiving exceptional quality of assistance. Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living is a community that tailors a uniquely designed care for each individual. They boast a warm and welcoming environment where residents are able to feel comfortable and secure to do as they please and be open to a world of endless possibilities. Its ideal location in Rancho Peñasquitos offers exciting activities and interest that allows families or individuals to soak in everything that Southern California has to offer. Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living strives to maintain a lifestyle that inspires residents to live a purposeful life and have an enjoyable and fulfilling experience at the senior living home.

Residents are from different states with an average age of sixty-eight to a hundred, and having about seventy-percent women over men. Whether one is from a different housing option or has different background, amenities and services are open to any resident. Anyone can have seamless access to common spaces, the library, the restaurant-style dining room, and more. Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living is well designed and strategically built for the convenience of you or your family member. 

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Overview of Alpine View Lodge

Located in Alpine, California, Alpine View Lodge is a family-owned senior living community with a rich legacy of over 40 years, specializing in memory care and assisted living services in the San Diego area. The facility is renowned for its comprehensive care for seniors with degenerative neurocognitive disorders, including all forms of dementia. The community creates an environment where seniors can thrive, irrespective of age or ability, including a secured perimeter that allows unrestricted access to the fresh air outside. In addition to memory care, Alpine View Lodge offers hospice care services in collaboration with hospice agencies. This service ensures that residents in their final stages of life are treated with dignity and compassion.

At Alpine View Lodge, the staff is deeply committed to seniors’ well-being, approaching each resident with the same care and consideration they would offer their family members. Senior caregivers in the San Diego County area deliver personalized services tailored to each individual’s unique challenges. Proudly presenting various options based on a comprehensive assessment of resident needs and preferences, the community is dedicated to ensuring a comfortable and enriching environment.  With accommodations for 38 seniors, this community offers residences with stunning views of the nearby hills, making it the ideal choice for seniors seeking the finest senior living experience.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in San Diego, CA

What is the average cost of memory care in San Diego, CA?

The average monthly cost of memory care in San Diego, CA is approximately $6,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in San Diego, CA?

Memory care in San Diego, CA typically ranges from $5,000–$8,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in San Diego, CA?

Memory care communities in San Diego, CA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?

Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does California Medicaid cover memory care?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 35 memory care communities in San Diego, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.