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Assisted Living in Oceanside, CA

Situated on the Southern California coast just 38 miles north of San Diego, Oceanside provides an idyllic waterfront lifestyle with abundant opportunities for outdoor activities such as golfing, hiking, tennis and boating. Its vibrant downtown district offers upscale amenities such as eclectic retail shops, fine dining, museums and a year-round farmers market. Oceanside’s culinary scene is particularly good because the nearly ideal climate attracts talented chefs from all over the world. Oceanside averages 266 sunny days per year, which is higher than the national average of 205 days. Summer highs are in the mid-70s, and January lows are in the 40s. 

If you need daily assistance, assisted living may be a practical solution for your care needs. Assisted living facilities provide comfortable housing, meals and housekeeping services along with customized care plans and social and recreational activities. Assisted living rates may vary depending on a facility’s size and amenities, but the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey shows that on average, facilities charge $5,475 for services.

Keep reading to learn about options you may have for paying for services and for an overview of nonprofit agencies and programs that can help you make important decisions regarding your long-term care options.

8 Assisted Living communities in Oceanside, CA | 20 nearby communities

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1. Brookdale Oceanside

3524 Lake Blvd., Oceanside, CA, 92056

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Pacifica Senior Living Oceanside

5508 Avenida Pacifica Way, Oceanside, CA, 92057

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Ocean Hills Senior Living

4500 Cannon Rd., Oceanside, CA, 92056

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Everest at Oceanside

3500 Lake Blvd, Oceanside, CA, 92056

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Fairwinds – Ivey Ranch

4490 Mesa Drive, Oceanside, CA, 92056

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Aegis at Shadowridge

1440 South Melrose Drive, Oceanside, CA, 92056

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Blue Skies Of Oceanside

322 Keyport Street, Oceanside, CA, 92057

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Paradise Home Care

4478 San Joaquin St, Oceanside, CA, 92057

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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20 matching communities nearby Oceanside

1. Silvergate Fallbrook

420 Elbrook, Fallbrook, CA, 92028

Assisted Living

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2. Pacifica Senior Living Vista

760 E Bobier Dr, Vista, CA, 92084

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Silvergate San Marcos

1550 Security Place, San Marcos, CA, 92078

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Alta Vista Senior Living

2041 W. Vista Way, Vista, CA, 92083

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Brookdale San Marcos

1590 W. San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA, 92078

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Sunrise at La Costa

7020 Manzanita Street, Carlsbad, CA, 92008

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Belmont Village Cardiff by the Sea

3535 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff By The Sea, CA, 92007

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Silver Oak Country Estates

138 Sun Villa Ct., Vista, CA, 92084

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $6850 / mo

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9. Regency at Fallbrook

609 E. Elder Street, Fallbrook, CA, 92028

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Laguna Estates Senior Living

1088 Laguna Drive, Carlsbad, CA, 92008

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas

504 South El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA, 92024

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Golden Retreat

1119 Warmlands Ave., Vista, CA, 92084

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $4000 / mo

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13. Westmont of Encinitas

1920 S. El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA, 92024

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. Santianna

2560 Faraday Ave., Carlsbad, CA, 92010

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. LoveJoy Senior Living

1178 Evergreen Lane, Vista, CA, 92084

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $4000 / mo

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16. Present Moments Senior Living

1582 Sunrise Dr., Vista, CA, 92084

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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17. Bayshire Carlsbad

3140 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA, 92008

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Coral Tree Care

3549 Hollyberry Drive, Vista, CA, 92084

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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19. Carlsbad By the Sea

2855 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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20. Cogir of Fallbrook

1735 S. Mission Rd, Fallbrook, CA, 92028

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Oceanside

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in California. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

Paying For Assisted Living in Oceanside

Assisted living facilities in Oceanside charge $5,475 per month for housing and care.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Oceanside

Oceanside seniors pay $5,475 monthly for assisted living. This is about $200 higher than California’s average rate of $5,250, and it exceeds the national norm of $4,500 by nearly $1,000. 8. 

$5475

Oceanside

$5250

California

$4500

The United States

Oceanside seniors pay relatively moderate assisted living rates of $5,475. By comparison, care costs in San Francisco are nearly $1,000 higher at $6,319, and in Salinas, rates exceed Oceanside’s average by nearly $1,000 at $6,000 monthly. Seniors in San Luis Obispo pay comparable rates of $5,300, and in Yuba City, fees are about $800 lower at $4,658. In Madera, rates are much lower at $3,828, offering monthly savings of more than $1,600 compared to assisted living costs in Oceanside.

$5475

Oceanside

$6319

San Francisco

$6000

Salinas

$5300

San Luis Obispo

$4658

Yuba City

$3828

Madera

Note: Data for Oceanside was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Diego, was used instead.

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Oceanside

More ways to pay for assisted living in California

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in California.

Oceanside Assisted Living Resources


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San Diego County Aging and Independence Services(800) 339-4661As the Area Agency on Aging, San Diego County Aging and Independence Services provides referrals to community services designed to help seniors maintain a good quality of life. Services include health insurance counseling, elder law advocacy, fall-prevention workshops, a long-term care ombudsman and senior nutrition services. 
Go Oceanside(760) 435-5155Oceanside seniors aged 65 and over can access free or low-cost rides to a variety of local amenities through this city-run program. Several programs operate under the Go Oceanside umbrella, including Go Walk, a free program designed to encourage seniors to enjoy outdoor exercise at nearby beaches and Oceanside parks and Go Grocery, which is a free door-to-door service that provides seniors with transportation to and from local grocery stores. The program also administers the Full Access & Coordinated Transportation Program, which provides door-to-door transportation in wheelchair-equipped vans at a cost of $5 each way. 
Country Club Senior Center(760) 435-5250Oceanside’s Country Club Senior Center is administered by the city’s Neighborhood Services Department and provides programs and activities designed specifically to enhance the quality of life of Oceanside seniors. The center is open Monday through Friday and provides hot, nutritious lunches as well as activities such as tai chi, bridge, Scrabble, book clubs and line dancing. 
American Legion Post 146(760) 754-9633American Legion members and their families can access assistance applying for veterans benefits through the American Legion. The organization also offers opportunities for socializing with other veterans of the U.S. armed forces and their families as well as numerous chances to volunteer. 
El Carazon Senior Center(760) 435-5300Also administered by the City of Oceanside, the  El Carazon Senior Center offers expanded services not available at the Country Club Senior Center. This facility is set on six acres of land and is surrounded by scenic walking paths and a serene courtyard. El Carazon offers a huge variety of classes, many of which are free and provided through MiraCosta Community College, and the class schedule is updated monthly. 

Oceanside Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Oceanside area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in California