Marama is a residential care home located in Vista, California, specializing in assisted living with a focus on memory care for seniors. The facility is designed to support individuals experiencing memory loss or dementia, utilizing holistic and lifestyle-based approaches such as nutrition-focused meal plans, physical exercise, and cognitive activities aimed at promoting overall well-being and brain health. Marama emphasizes integrative, research-based interventions and creates a secure, supportive environment for residents requiring ongoing assistance.
Assisted living services at Marama include 24-hour supervision to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all residents. The community offers assistance with activities of daily living, providing full support with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Medication management is available, with trained staff overseeing proper administration and adherence to medical protocols. Coordination with healthcare providers ensures that residents receive appropriate medical attention and follow-up care as needed. Marama is equipped to manage specific health needs, including diabetes care, incontinence care, and ambulatory care, supporting residents with varying levels of mobility and clinical requirements. The community features a secured environment designed for those with memory care needs, reducing the risk of wandering and ensuring constant oversight.
Additional amenities at Marama include regular laundry and dry cleaning services, as well as an on-site barber and beauty salon for resident comfort and personal care. The facility's approach includes collaboration with external healthcare providers, and the staff coordinates medical appointments and services as necessary.
Marama offers transportation services to residents, which include complimentary transportation and transportation at cost. These services facilitate access to medical appointments and also support non-medical purposes such as shopping or attending personal events. Arrangements are made according to resident needs and availability.
Resident and family reviews highlight high satisfaction with the quality of care at Marama, noting the compassionate and attentive nature of both staff and ownership. Reviews consistently mention effective communication between staff and families, a clean and well-maintained living environment, and careful management of medication. The facility’s organic meals, consistent oversight, and support during end-of-life care are also positively recognized, though some isolated concerns about medication management have been reported. Overall, Marama is recognized for its nurturing environment, holistic care focus, and professional team.
Costs at this community start at $3,500 and range up to $8,300. The average price in the community is $5,900, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,365. 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.
