Summerfield of Encinitas Memory Care sits in a single-story building and holds 56 memory care suites, built and run for people with memory loss, Alzheimer's, or other types of dementia, and it's managed by Five Star Senior Living. The memory care neighborhood is secure with its own building, technology like bracelets to alert staff if someone tries to leave, and a 24-hour team, so people who tend to wander or act out can still live safely and as freely as possible inside the property. The place has both studio and suite layouts, all wheelchair-accessible with nice big showers, and people can bring their pets, like cats and dogs. Residents get stand-by help or assisted transfers when needed, even with lifts, so as health and care needs grow, folks aren't forced to move away from familiar faces and places.
Staff includes live-in caregivers, licensed nurses, a doctor on call, and therapists who visit for physical, occupational, speech, or podiatry needs, and a dentist comes by too, which helps with care right on-site. Special attention goes into daily activities built for all stages of dementia, like art classes, music and pet therapy, stretching and yoga, cooking lessons, brain fitness, gardening, and spiritual services. There's a full-time activity director organizing daily life, so people can join game sessions, social clubs, themed parties, and even lectures or movie nights, all made to stimulate the mind and body and help people bond.
Residents can walk safely through courtyard paths or sit by the cozy fireplace, and the large windows with natural light, handrails in halls, and memory boxes outside each room add personal comfort and extra safety for everyone. The community garden, raised beds, and lush outdoor patios with green pergolas and a central fountain encourage people to be outdoors, while the inside spaces, like the big dining room with soft lights and the activity room with a piano and TV, are cozy and set up for both social time and quiet relaxation.
Everyone gets three home-style meals a day with options like low-sodium, low-sugar, vegan, and special diets if needed, and family meals can be served in the dining room that feels more like a home than a cafeteria. The on-site beauty salon, regular housekeeping and laundry services, transportation for appointments, and help with VA benefits make it easier for families. The Bridge to Rediscovery Montessori-based program and the Lifestyle360 approach focus on keeping people active-mentally, physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually-whatever their stage of dementia, with tailored care and regular support for behavior changes or new needs as they come up.
Summerfield of Encinitas Memory Care offers short stays for those who need temporary care after a hospital visit or want to try community living before deciding, with all the same care, programs, meals, and housekeeping given to any long-term resident. The smaller size of the place means staff get to know every person and their needs, families can take peace in the known faces, and the culture is friendly, with helpers and caregivers noted for their kindness, patience, and joy for the job. Technology helps with safety, connection, and communication, and the building's design focuses on reducing confusion, supporting independence, and keeping quality of life as high as it can be for people living with memory challenges. Summerfield has earned recognition for its memory care support, and virtual tours offer a look at daily life, activities, and rooms, providing an honest view for families considering the next step in care for a loved one.
