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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 31 memory care communities in San Diego, CA using California Department 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: 52/ 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: 184The 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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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

Vi at La Jolla Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 104
Rank #5 / 1648
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2087
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #730 / 1399
29
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1056 / 1388
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #184 / 1494
69.3% -Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res MgmtSuite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ridgeview Health Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 104
Rank #1013 / 1648
No
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 57
Rank #1941 / 2087
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1399
17
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1108 / 1494
85.3% -Crestview Hc LLC-
Bayshire Torrey Pines
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
San Diego (Carmel Valley)
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 104
Rank #526 / 1648
No
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #383 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1399
5
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #441 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1305 / 1494
84.8% A+Hartfield Care LLC-
Wesley Palms Retirement Community
MC
AL
IL
San Diego (Pacific Beach)
511
Facility 511
CA AVG 104
Rank #20 / 1648
Yes
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 57
Rank #1852 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1399
13
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #123 / 1494
65.0% A+Front Porch Communities And ServicesStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
White Sands La Jolla – Luxury Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
La Jolla
299
Facility 299
CA AVG 104
Rank #58 / 1648
Yes
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #416 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1399
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1388
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 13
Rank #18 / 1494
61.2% -Humangood & Humangood SocalStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Glen at Scripps Ranch
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
684
Facility 684
CA AVG 104
Rank #7 / 1648
No
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 57
Rank #1970 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1399
4
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1388
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #571 / 1494
81.3% A+Glen At Scripps Ranch Ccrc LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
BayView Senior Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
RC
San Diego (Point Loma)
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 104
Rank #1286 / 1648
No
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 57
Rank #290 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1399
8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #492 / 1494
76.5% A+Bvsal, LLCPrivate Rooms
Wesley Palms
MC
AL
IL
San Diego (Pacific Beach)
511
Facility 511
CA AVG 104
Rank #20 / 1648
No
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 57
Rank #1852 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1399
13
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #217 / 1494
72.6% -Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
ActivCare 4S Ranch
MC
AL
San Diego (4S Ranch)
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 104
Rank #1065 / 1648
No
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 57
Rank #529 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1399
11
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1388
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #667 / 1494
78.3% -Income Property Grp And Activcare Living Rac Dove Cnyn-
HarborView Senior Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
RC
San Diego (Bankers Hill)
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 104
Rank #1258 / 1648
No
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 57
Rank #195 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1399
11
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #809 / 1388
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #710 / 1494
83.3% -Hvsal, LLCPrivate Rooms
ActivCare Mission Bay
MC
AL
San Diego (Pacific Beach)
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 104
Rank #1065 / 1648
No
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 57
Rank #701 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1399
5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #614 / 1494
91.7% -Rac Mission Bay/Income Prop. Grp/Activcare Lv Inc-
St. Paul‘s Villa
MC
AL
RC
San Diego (Bankers Hill)
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 104
Rank #152 / 1648
Yes
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 57
Rank #155 / 2087
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1399
12
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #715 / 1388
- 56.0% A+St. Paul's Episcopal Home, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Oakmont of Pacific Beach
MC
AL
San Diego (Pacific Beach)
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 104
Rank #837 / 1648
Yes
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 57
Rank #137 / 2087
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1399
22
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #809 / 1388
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #994 / 1494
79.3% -Welltower Pacific Beach Tenant LLC And Oakmont MgmtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westmont of Carmel Valley
MC
AL
IL
San Diego (Carmel Valley)
138
Facility 138
CA AVG 104
Rank #446 / 1648
Yes
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 57
Rank #1881 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1399
6
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1305 / 1494
97.1% -Westmont Lving Inc. Wm Carmel Valley Mgr Gp LLC CaStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Alpine View Lodge
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Alpine (Glen Oaks)
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 104
Rank #1220 / 1648
No
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 57
Rank #2039 / 2087
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1399
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1388
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1215 / 1494
76.3% -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 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 Mylda Senior Care

Located within the idyllic Point Loma neighborhood, Mylda Senior Care is a place where tranquility reigns and a sense of family fills the air. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, Mylda Senior Care ensures that every individual receives round-the-clock care, their needs are met with utmost dedication. When it comes to dementia care, their dedicated team excels, implementing innovative approaches tailored to each individual’s unique journey.
Inside, their thoughtfully designed interiors blend timeless elegance with modern comforts, creating an ambiance that envelops residents in a sense of peace and tranquility. Their commitment to excellence has earned them a place among San Diego’s finest homes, a testament to their unwavering dedication to the well-being and happiness of those they care for. From assisting with daily activities to administering medications with the utmost care, they provide a nurturing environment where their residents can flourish. Home-cooked meals, crafted with love and attention to nutritional needs, not only nourish the body but also foster a sense of community and togetherness in the community.

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Garden Abode

17067 Coyote Bush Dr, San Diego, CA 92127
Overview of Garden Abode

Nestled in San Diego, Garden Abode is a trusted residential senior living community that offers quality assisted living care driven by compassion and dignity. Offering a range of services from assisted living to memory care, management ensures that individuals from all housing options receive the proper care they deserve. Providing family-like treatment for its residents is the heart of its mission.

Garden Abode is committed to delivering world-class hospitality in a cozy home-like setting that offers premier accommodations tailored to the needs of its residents. Community amenities and services include recreational activities, enriching programs, hospice care, a formal dining room, and an outdoor common space– to name a few.

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Overview of The Oakmont of Pacific Beach

Located in the center of Pacific Beach, Oakmont Senior Living is a welcoming community, targeted at seniors who seek assisted living services. Encouraging an enriching lifestyle that celebrates individuality and fosters a deep sense of belonging, the dedicated team is more than just caregivers; they are companions to the seniors living their golden years. With personalized wellness plans tailored to each resident’s unique needs, every day is an opportunity for growth.

At Oakmont Senior Living in Pacific Beach, they redefine assisted living, where residents are treated like family members. Focusing on a holistic approach on wellness, the compassionate team is committed to nurturing both body and spirit. From fitness classes to spa treatments, the array of wellness services is designed to promote well-being at every stage of life. Residents savor the freedom to live life on their terms, supported by a caring team that goes above and beyond to make each day better.

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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 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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Overview of Torrey Pines Assisted and Senior Living

Torrey Pines Assisted and Senior Living is a remarkable community that caters to all levels of care. Whether it’s independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term care, or skilled nursing, this community has everything covered. Their top priority is to provide a safe environment that allows residents to enjoy the freedom they deserve. The apartments are incredibly spacious and offer a taste of the luxurious life. The floor plans are thoughtfully designed, giving residents plenty of room to move around and live comfortably. Residents may opt for a studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartment. Each boasts high quality kitchenettes, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, and secure bathrooms.

Dining at Torrey Pines is also an extraordinary experience that residents look forward to every day. With chef-prepared meals served in a restaurant-style setting, residents can enjoy their meals in style. For a quick snack or coffee, the bistro is the perfect place to go. The community has a lively social calendar with weekly excursions, a salon and barber, private transportation, library, gym, exercise classes, and an urban backyard patio. The staff is available 24 hours a day, ensuring that residents’ needs are met immediately.

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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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Noble Living III, LLC

6665 Decanture St, San Diego, CA 92120
Overview of Noble Living III

Set in the proximity of convenient local amenities in Decanture St, San Diego, CA, Noble Living III is a vibrant community that offers assisted living and memory care. With specialized care and assistance to personal needs, residents’ comfort and safety are guaranteed. The community also handles the housekeeping, laundry, and linen services, to ensure a worry-free lifestyle.

Aside from dedicated care services, the community conducts fun-filled programs and stimulating activities for residents’ leisure and wellness. Have hassle-free dining with healthy and delicious meals catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Incontinence care and local transportation services are provided for residents’ convenience. Live a blissful retirement while receiving the utmost care and support you deserve.

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