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Meridian At Lake San Marcos

1177 San Marino Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
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(800) 780-8101

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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,078
One Bedroom
Estimated $3,877
Two Bedroom
Estimated $4,768

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,555
  • Average State Price: $4,162
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Meridian At Lake San Marcos Description

    Meridian At Lake San Marcos is a very large 170 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite care and is about 2.8 miles outside San Marcos, California and is part of the Pacifica Senior Living network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.9 out of 10 making it the 3rd highest rated community in the city out of 9 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

    View other Assisted Living communities in San Marcos

    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    9.0
    Meridian At Lake San Marcos
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 205 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 4 out of 11 communities in San Marcos
  • Ranking in State: 933 out of 3640 communities in CA
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price B

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    6.1
    Pacifica Senior Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 884 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in California

    Employee Pay C

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Residents and their families have experienced wonderful care, making new friends, and enjoying a variety of activities including fine dining and bingo.
    • Staff members, including the leadership team and activities director, are praised for their professionalism, responsiveness, and dedication to creating a joyful and caring environment.
    • Special mentions of staff going above and beyond for residents, including personal touches during quarantine and organizing community-inviting events.
    • The facility's amenities, activities, and the overall environment are highly recommended by residents and their families, with some considering it the best in Southern California.

    Critical Reviews:

    • Some concerns about the quality of food not meeting gourmet expectations and the need for updates to outdoor furniture.
    • Issues with the memory care unit, including understaffing leading to inadequate care for residents.
    • Concerns about rental rate increases and the authenticity of some 5-star reviews.

    Overall:

    The Meridian at Lake San Marcos receives a mix of highly positive reviews for its staff, activities, and living environment, alongside some critical feedback regarding food quality, care in the memory unit, and management practices. While many residents and their families express satisfaction and gratitude for the community and its staff, there are areas highlighted for improvement.


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    Health

    Individualized Care Plans for Assistance With Activities of Daily Living

    24/7 Onsite Care Staff

    Wellness Checks with Licensed Nurses

    Hospice Available

    Physician

    Transfer Assistance


    Services

    Weekly Housekeeping

    Laundry & Linen Service

    Trash Service

    24-Hour Emergency Maintenance

    Concierge

    Scheduled Outings


    Activities

    Water Aerobics

    Fitness Classes & Weight Training

    Full Calendar of Activities & Events

    Summer Concert Series

    Scheduled Outings

    Game & Activity Rooms


    Community Amenities

    Large Clubhouse

    Fitness Center

    Theater

    Library

    Hair Salon

    Heated Outdoor Pool


    Room Amenities

    Apartments Designed with Seniors Comfort in Mind

    Full Kitchens

    Large Closets

    Walk-In Showers

    Air Conditioning

    Cable


    Dining

    Chef-Prepared Menus

    Physician-Prescribed Nutritional Program

    Guest Meals

    Personal Culinary Experience

    Full Bar

    Nutritious Meals


    Transportation

    Transportation Services

    Scheduling and Transportation

    Transportation to Medical Appointments

    Parking Available

    Resident Parking


    Pet

    Pet-Friendly Community

    Dog Park



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is San Marcos which is 2.8 miles away and has a population of 92,931 (large town).
    • The average income is $105,520, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 78
      • Low Temperature: 58
      • Average Temperature: 67.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 64 days of rain and 300 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.5 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 35.4 years old, average compared to other cities.
    • 5.58% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 23.2% of the population are Foreign-born which is a high percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 9% Asian, 3% Black or African-American, 28% Hispanic or Latino, and 58% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 3.34 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.73 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.36 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.96 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.76 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 156.0, Moderate Days 120.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 6.0, Unhealthy Days 1.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Albertsons Supermarket
    0.5 miles away
    Sprouts Farmers Market
    1.6 miles away
    Grocery Outlet
    1.7 miles away
    Smart & Final
    1.9 miles away
    Albertsons
    2.0 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Banks

    Chase
    0.4 miles away
    Banc of California
    0.5 miles away
    US Bank
    0.6 miles away
    Union Bank
    0.6 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    1.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Palomar Medical Center
    5.1 miles away
    Tri-City Medical Center
    6.1 miles away
    Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
    7.3 miles away
    Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton
    12.1 miles away
    Palomar Medical Center Poway
    12.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Welcare Pharmacy Compunding and Perscriptions
    0.4 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    2.5 miles away
    CVS
    2.6 miles away
    Walgreens
    3.1 miles away
    Rite Aid
    6.1 miles away

    Dentists

    Rancho Palomar Dental Care
    0.6 miles away
    Allred Dental
    1.5 miles away
    Grand Plaza Dental
    1.6 miles away
    Western Dental
    1.6 miles away
    Doche Family Dental
    2.5 miles away

    Parks

    Simmons Family Park
    0.8 miles away
    William R Bradley Park
    0.9 miles away
    Discovery Creek Childrens Park
    1.2 miles away
    Palomar West Mobile Home Park
    1.4 miles away
    Carrillo Ranch Park
    1.5 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Mission San Luis Rey de Francia
    9.8 miles away
    Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala
    24.2 miles away

    Shopping

    Grand Plaza
    1.3 miles away
    Old California Restaurant Row
    1.3 miles away
    Civic Center Plaza
    2.9 miles away
    Carlsbad Premium Outlets
    6.3 miles away
    The Centre at Lexus Escondido
    6.6 miles away

    Culture

    Howard Brubeck Theatre
    2.1 miles away
    Sage Creek Performing Arts Center
    4.9 miles away
    Avo Playhouse
    5.7 miles away
    Moonlight Amphitheatre
    5.9 miles away
    Ampitheater
    6.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    Pizza Hut
    0.4 miles away
    Curry Craft
    0.5 miles away
    Shogun
    0.5 miles away
    Panda Garden
    0.5 miles away
    Nacho Taco Shop
    0.5 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of CA. It is a very large-sized community with 170 total beds.

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