Westmont of Escondido, located in Escondido, California, is a senior living community that offers a range of support services, primarily focusing on assisted living, but also providing independent living, memory care, and senior living options. The facility is structured to accommodate the varying levels of assistance needed by residents, including a secured community environment specifically designed for individuals requiring memory care. Residents can access a spectrum of medical and personal care support, including diabetes care, ambulatory care, medication management, psychiatry and audiology services, hospice and podiatry support, as well as full assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Additional specialized care options such as incontinence management, therapy rooms for rehabilitation, and acceptance of residents with psychiatric issues are available. The community maintains an emphasis on safety and accessibility, offering features such as secured environments and outdoor walking paths for those needing additional supervision or mobility support.
The amenity package at Westmont of Escondido is designed to enhance daily living and promote resident engagement. This includes access to a barber and beauty salon, daily exercise classes, fitness programs, and a variety of clubs and activity communities to foster social interaction. Additional support services include laundry and dry cleaning. Dining services feature restaurant-style meals with options designed to meet a range of nutritional needs, though feedback indicates varying satisfaction with food quality and attention to dietary preferences.
Transportation services are provided for both medical and non-medical purposes. Residents can access complimentary transportation for scheduled outings, appointments, and errands, and additional transportation is available at cost for other needs. This supports residents in maintaining connections with medical providers and participating in external community activities.
Feedback from residents and families summarizes a generally positive experience, citing the facility’s clean, bright environment, accessible amenities, wide array of activities, and staff efforts to encourage participation and engagement. Reviews frequently acknowledge the professionalism and kindness of staff, particularly during times of transition and for their responsiveness to resident needs. Communication with families is also noted as a strong point. However, concerns have been raised regarding staff turnover, occasional understaffing—especially within dining services—administrative responsiveness, and some dissatisfaction with recent changes in management and meal quality. Despite these challenges, Westmont of Escondido remains recommended by many for its caring environment, amenities, and supportive staff, while ongoing improvements in staffing and services are noted as areas for attention. As of mid-2024, no major recent changes to service operations have been reported.
Costs at this community start at $2,700 and range up to $4,295. The average price in the community is $3,200, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,431. 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.