Hillside Garden is an assisted living facility situated in Carlsbad, California. The facility provides supportive care for adults who require assistance with activities of daily living while promoting as much independence as possible in a secured, residential environment.
At Hillside Garden, care services are tailored to meet a spectrum of resident needs. The community offers round-the-clock assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, providing full support for these activities. Residents have access to nursing care, with regular visits from nurses or physicians and on-site medication management, supporting residents with complex health conditions, including diabetes. Memory care services are available, with a secured environment for residents experiencing cognitive impairment or psychiatric issues. The community is equipped to provide care for those with incontinence or ambulatory needs, including those using mobility aids or requiring repositioning to prevent bedsores. Hospice and end-of-life care are also available for those who require it. Dental and podiatry services are offered on-site, addressing oral health and foot care needs. For relaxation and well-being, massage therapy is available, along with a barber and beauty salon for personal grooming.
Residents can participate in clubs and community activities designed to encourage socialization and engagement. The community grounds include secured outdoor walking paths, supporting both exercise and safety. Hillside Garden accommodates English-speaking residents and accepts individuals with psychiatric care requirements.
Transportation services at Hillside Garden include complimentary transport, which can be used for both medical and non-medical appointments. This service enables residents to attend doctor’s appointments, therapy sessions, shopping trips, or other outings without needing to arrange private transportation.
Resident and family reviews indicate a sharply mixed experience with care quality at Hillside Garden. Some families praise the individualized attention, proactive medical response, and regular health monitoring provided by caregivers and visiting medical staff. Nutrition-conscious meals and compassionate touches, such as staff singing to residents and attentive repositioning for those confined to bed, are frequently highlighted. However, at least one family reports a distressing case of neglect, citing issues with hygiene, hydration, repositioning, and responsiveness, culminating in a resident’s rapid decline and fatal infection. These concerns emphasize the variability in care experiences, suggesting that while many residents benefit from competent and compassionate service, oversight and consistency in care standards can be an area for further improvement in the facility.
Costs at this community start at $4,250 and range up to $5,408. The average price in the community is $4,829, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,303. 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.
