Citrus Garden Residential Care is a licensed residential care facility for the elderly located in Escondido, California. The primary focus at this facility is assisted living, providing support and supervision for seniors who need help with daily living but do not require full-time nursing care. Designed for those seeking a home-like environment, Citrus Garden offers 24-hour staff availability, ensuring residents have access to assistance at all times.

In terms of care and medical support, Citrus Garden Residential Care provides a range of services tailored to residents' individual needs. Diabetes care includes assistance with blood sugar monitoring, medication management, and dietary coordination as needed. The facility offers memory care services for residents with cognitive impairments, providing a secure environment, specialized supervision, and structured activities to support memory retention and well-being. Dental care needs are addressed through coordination with dental professionals and arrangements for necessary appointments. Nurses are available for certain care tasks and routine health monitoring, working alongside trained caregivers. Residents receive 24-hour supervision for safety and support, and the facility is equipped to coordinate with outside healthcare providers to ensure continuity of medical care.

Assistance with activities of daily living is a key component of the services at Citrus Garden. Staff provides full support with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting as needed. Incontinence care and ambulatory assistance are also available to promote comfort and mobility. Medication management is conducted by trained med-techs, who are responsible for preparing, dispensing, and documenting prescribed medications accurately.

For residents' social, personal, and recreational needs, Citrus Garden offers amenities such as a barber and beauty salon, as well as a variety of clubs and community activities designed to encourage engagement and companionship among residents. The facility's environment includes comfortable communal spaces and outdoor areas for relaxation and socializing.

Transportation arrangements are available through complimentary transportation services provided by the facility. These services are offered for both medical and non-medical purposes, such as attending doctor’s appointments, therapy sessions, or local community outings, helping residents maintain their independence and access necessary services outside the facility.

Resident and family feedback indicates an overall positive experience with Citrus Garden Residential Care. Families often note the staff’s patient and caring approach, and residents appreciate the welcoming, family-like environment. Meals are reported to be of high quality, with an emphasis on freshly prepared foods and staff interaction during dining. The medical technicians are frequently described as attentive and knowledgeable about individual care needs. However, there have been occasional concerns raised about administrative responsiveness, particularly related to communication regarding medication lists. Despite these isolated incidents, the community is widely regarded as providing attentive care, a comfortable setting, and quality food for its residents.

Costs at this community start at $6,641 and range up to $8,667. The average price in the community is $7,654, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,495. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.