We had a thorough tour of Seacrest Village today, and a very tasty lunch. The tour was tailored to…read moreour specific needs, and we asked a ton of questions. Mayra Lagade, our tour guide, was fantastic. Our tour lasted longer than anyone expected because we asked so many questions. Seacrest Village is a beautiful facility, and the residents we spoke to in the hallways and in the restaurant were perfect ambassadors for Seacrest, and were extremely welcoming. It was a great visit, due primarily to the expertise, patience and kindness of Ms. Lagade.

One of the most outstanding facilities in the US for independent, assisted and skilled nursing…read more The environment and the staff offer top quality living and care. Those who are fortunate enough to call it home are very blessed.

The only reasons I did not give this place a 1 star are its many warm caregivers and its extensive…read moregarden. The management has been atrocious throughout the 3.5 years my mom spent there. During this time, there were two executive directors who came and went. The more recent one lasted over 2.5 years. She was a pathological liar who stopped showing up to work on a regular basis about half way into her tenure. Everybody she hired was either related to her or a friend of hers, so there was no accountability. Residents were regularly neglected, physically as well as emotionally. I informed her boss about it in January '24, and her boss' boss (!) in October '24, but she lasted all the way through December '24. In between January '24 and October '24, when my mom left, there were numerous phone calls, Zoom meetings, and in person meetings with the Executive director's boss and other concerned family members. We were always promised that things will improve, but they never did. It's worth noting that the place is particularly awful for wheelchair bound residents, as I found out during my mom's last 5 weeks there. Nobody ever wheels them around the beautiful garden, as grossly misrepresented in the video on the main page of the Summerfield website. If they're lucky, they will be taken to the activity room, but often they are just left behind. Many families hire a private caregiver for their loved ones in Summerfield, but even those have all left in disgust. As the saying goes, "a fish rots from the head down". ALSO, VERY IMPORTANT IF YOU ARE CONSIDERING PLACING YOUR LOVED ONE IN SUMMERFIELD: Be aware that many of the reviews are written by Summerfield Employees and folks who just came in for a visit.

I looked at several places in San Diego area before choosing Summerfield as a new home for my mom,…read morewho has both Alzheimer's and cancer. She has been here since August of 2023 and our family has been very pleased with her care. The facility is relatively small, secure (locking gates and door to public areas), and I am not worried at all about Mom wandering out. The staff is very loving, caring, and attentive to mom's needs. I've also had the pleasure to dine with her several times and the food is always very very good! The facilities are clean and well maintained, and there is a lovely activities room and backyard/patio area. I can't say enough about how kind and accommodating the staff and management have been. I have an uncle who spent a lot of time with her daily, into the evenings, and he also raved about how wonderful my mom is cared for. As her care and medical needs have increased, we recently brought in hospice. They also commented on how much the med tech knows about my mom, and were impressed. Hospice and Summerfield are now working together to make the rest of mom's days as comfortable as possible. Is it perfect? No assisted living facility is ever perfect. But when there are issues (room needs cleaning, for example) it has always been addressed quickly. The staff is prompt at calling me when there is an issue with mom. The med techs and caregivers usually know off the top of their heads, what kind of day my mom is having. If there's been a shift change, whomever I ask always looks up the med tech notes and lets me know how she's been that day. We have many family members visit Mom, and they are always welcomed and never rushed out or made to feel obtrusive or in the way. In fact, lots of love and visits are strongly encouraged, and the staff is always so accommodating! There are many different types of facilities in San Diego area, and I recommend that Summerfield be on your list to check out if you have the need for memory care assisted living for a loved one. They are very competitively priced, and with the wonderful care, good food, activities, and kind people, this place is definitely worth a look.

Providing an update to my review. The location manager finally reached out to me to after…read morereceiving my certified letter and this review. She was very helpful and wanted to learn about my experience. She acknowledged that her staff had not handled this correctly and took corrective action to work with her corporate team to get my refund issued. Within two weeks, I received the full refund amount. Thank you.

The property managers are very helpful, accommodating, and nice. Also there is a great maintenance…read moreperson. The residents are very friendly and I enjoy their company. I would highly recommend living here.

My parents became residents at Belmont Village Cardiff in 2021. My mother spent her final months in…read moreMemory Care, and my father remained there until his passing in June 2026. Looking back, our family could not be more grateful for the care, compassion, and community they experienced. What sets Belmont apart is that it feels like a home, not a facility. From the front desk staff to the restaurant team, caregivers, nurses, and leadership, there is a genuine sense of warmth, joy, and respect that extends to residents and their families. My father often told us how grateful he was to live there and always referred to Belmont as "home." The staff truly knew and cared about my parents as individuals. Whether it was remembering my dad's favorite meals, supporting his faith, keeping him engaged through activities and Circle of Friends, or providing comfort and dignity during the final chapter of his life, their kindness was evident every day. Our father lived nearly five years after losing our mother and continued to enjoy a rich, meaningful life because of the exceptional care and community Belmont provided. Knowing he was safe, valued, and genuinely cared for brought our family tremendous peace. Entrusting your parents' care to others is one of life's hardest decisions. Belmont Village Cardiff exceeded every expectation. We will always be grateful for the love, dignity, and support they gave our parents and our family.

Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff is a wonderful place for seniors to call home. The facility…read moreitself is beautiful and every corner feels inviting. Therese and staff are so friendly, compassionate, and attentive. I highly recommend Belmont Village Senior Living to anyone seeking a beautiful, supportive, and loving senior living community. This is a place where care, comfort, and companionship are top priorities.

Westmont of Encinitas is a beautiful community with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Every time…read moreI've visited, I've been impressed by how friendly and kind the staff is. It's clear they care about creating a positive environment for the residents, and everyone has always made me feel welcome. It's a lovely community, and I always enjoy my visits.

Our mother arrived at Westmont after it was deemed unsafe for her to continue to live alone since…read moregoing through some serious health issues. We were hopeful it would be a good fit and after almost a month, Westmont surprised us by exceeding our expectations. The health and resident providers are caring and incredible. Concerns are addressed immediately. Donelle the executive director,and the entire Westmont team- especially Stephanie -have provided the highest level of customer service to both the resident and their families. So far, Mom says the dining room produces tasty and nutritious meals. The dining staff tries hard to please. The common areas are lovely and always clean. The hallways smell great and fresh on our regular visits. However, the best part for our mom is the combination and superior quality of the resident activities. This combined with the Westmont community have made a tremendous difference in keeping Mom engaged and busy. We didn't realize how much mom needed this aspect. Living here seems to have cured her loneliness that had crept in the past year and that she tried to hide from us. She continues to be very involved with her family, but now she has the much needed social connections without the increasingly strenuous effort it took on her part when she lived alone. Live music, field trips, holiday celebrations, current events -wow! Lots going on...Every. Single. Day. Fellow residents have welcomed her and the staff encourages interactions. When she tires, mom retreats to her very well-appointed apartment. It's remarkable to us how quickly Mom began thriving here. The impressive Westmont team have been the answer to our prayers after a very trying time spent in the hospital and skilled nursing. Our family is extremely grateful.

I checked a number of CCRC's in San Diego County and have decided on La Costa Glen in Carlsbad. To…read morehelp in making my decision, I toured the community and another time I stayed for 24 hours in one of their guest rooms, taking part in several activities. My decision to relocate to LCG was based on the ambiance of the facility and the friendliness of the staff (including my marketing person Caryn Outwater) as well as the residents I met during my stay. There is an abundance of activities for varied interests and skills as well as multiple dining venues with delicious food choices. I especially liked the lush grounds both within and outside the perimeter of the community itself. I am most anxious to move into my new home/community and hope I don't have to wait much longer!

Visited a friend who lives in this retirement community. The guest rooms are very comfortable and…read moreconvenient. The food served on the property was amazing. We had daily breakfast which was included with guest rooms. Service was impeccable and property is beautiful. Would love to visit again and would consider retiring here if given the opportunity. Highly recommend!!

The care our relative got was excellent. Very warm and caring nursing team. They accommodated his…read moredietary needs, meals on time, facilities clean. We used their services for one year.

Our father's last few months and holidays were filled with attention, care and love. My sister and…read moreI realized that our 96 year old father would need senior, residential care last August. We discovered The Gardens By The Sea, toured and soon moved our father into a comfortable room. It was an adjustment for him, but he was well cared for, still welcomed many visiting friends and family, enjoyed the weekly entertainment groups, the delicious food as well as the Turner Classic Movie channel on their cable. Elsa and staff were friendly, detailed and professional. Owner, David Cooper, was often present to say "Hello" and ask if all was good. We definitely made a wise decision for the benefit of everyone in our family. Thanks to everyone at The Gardens by the Sea! J&J

Our experience with RanchView has been amazing. The staff is incredibly caring and dedicated. All…read morethe activities provided from the vast number of outdoor concerts in the patio and piano concerts in the recreation room to water coloring and flower arranging under the lanai, the RanchView staff is engaging and attentive. As my mom has transitioned to hospice care the staff has been amazingly, dedicated and observant of her needs. Throughout our lifetime, our family has owned five senior citizen, retirement centers, and I know how much it takes to run a center such as RanchView. I highly recommend RanchView and all the staff to anyone considering placement for their parent. My decision to move to RanchView was slow and deliberate. My mom had been in home support care living at home for 10 years. I only chose RanchView after a long and dedicated search. My decision was wonderful and I can't recommend RanchView enough. RanchView staff is like family and the facility is our home. When I bring family members with me to visit mom, staff remembers them and also offers to help them to make their visit with mom more comfortable, such as sharing snacks or meals, or providing any type of comfort or conversation that makes their visit to my mom more enjoyable. RanchView stands out as going above and beyond every day.

Kathleen my wife of 58 years has been a resident at Ranch View for the last 2 years. I visit her 6…read moredays per week so I am familiar with meals, staff, cleanliness and overall vibes. When a loved one is in a home, holidays in general are difficult, Thanksgiving in particular, may be the most difficult for our family. Kathleen established terrific traditions, hosting 10-20 friends or family and baking 8-10 pies making our 6 grandchildren feel special. This year Ranch View celebrated Thanksgiving one week early and we invited our best friends who attended and made the day even more special. For the second year in a row our family wanted to bring Thanksgiving to Kathleen at Ranch View on Thanksgiving day. Maria and staff set up a table and 10 chairs in a private room for our family Thanksgiving and it was a huge success. Nothing will ever replace our home holidays but in my opinion Ranch View has made the extra effort so Kathleen and our family feel like we have a home away from home. Thank you Maria and staff

I cannot say enough good things about La Vida Del Mar. The entire staff is so attentive and kind to…read moremy mother's needs. She's only been there a short time, and they have done so much to help her integrate into the community. Be sure to check out their website for their offerings. https://www.srgseniorliving.com/communities/solana-beach-ca-la-vida-del-mar On the site you cannot find my comments, so stay here for more... Mom started out as an independent living person, but after losing her balance and falling several times (only her fault), her care needs increased significantly and her status was changed to assisted living. Here's the good part ~ at La Vida, your apartment is yours. If you need a greater level of care, they bring it to you. They don't transfer you to another place, as so many of the residential care facilities do. So mom stays in her apartment and receives PT and other necessary care. It would be easier to take her meals to her, but they don't do that. Instead, a caregiver puts her in a wheel chair and takes her to the dining room, where she can enjoy the fabulous food they have there (and it is fabulous!) and socialize with other residents. This is so important! Mom is happy there, and this is most important of all, especially because she strongly resisted moving from her condo. But her declining health made it unsafe for her to live alone any more. I am so grateful to the entire staff for taking such good care of mom~ her living there has changed her life for the better, and mine, too. I don't worry about her falling or being alone too much. This place is such a blessing for our entire family, simply because we know mom is being well cared for.

Leaving soon. Not a happy place for me. Did not follow my doctors dietary orders. Little or no…read moreactivities for independent people. Manager was not truthful. Manager upset this resident many times. I do not recommend this place. On the surface it's attractive. But the age is a problem. Oblivious to resident suggestions. Don't even try.

I went to visit a friend there who was recovering from a fall. She loved it there from what she…read moretold me. Very friendly staff and helpful Christian people. The place was super clean and beautiful. My friend healed well and then wasn't home.

Just had an AMAZING visit to Meadowbrook Village Christian Retirement Community, Escondido, San…read moreDiego, California, Assisted Living! The residents here are like one big family - the sense of community is heartwarming. Meadowbrook boasts spacious rooms, beautiful gardens, and a Dutch windmill right in the center of the campus! It's like a touch of Europe in sunny Escondido! The staff is incredibly caring and attentive - making sure every resident's needs are met with a smile. And the best part? They promote the Blue Zone mindset for longevity! Embracing healthy habits, social connections, and a sense of purpose. #LiveLongerHappier If you're looking for a loving, vibrant community for your loved ones, Meadowbrook Village is the place to be! #AssistedLivingGoals #MeadowbrookMagic -- at Meadowbrook Village Christian Retirement Community.