Lilly's Villa in La Jolla, CA

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Lilly's Villa

Lilly's Villa in La Jolla, CA

Lilly's Villa is an assisted living and memory care community in La Jolla, CA.

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1997 Calle Madrigal, La Jolla, CA 92037

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 74 reviews
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Lilly's Villa Costs & Pricing

Lilly's Villa presents a premium offering in the realm of assisted living, with its monthly costs significantly higher than both San Diego County and statewide averages. For a one-bedroom accommodation, residents can expect to pay $6,600, which stands in stark contrast to the county average of $4,315 and the state average of $4,340. Similarly, for private rooms, Lilly's Villa maintains the same pricing at $6,600 compared to San Diego County's more modest rate of $3,939. While these prices reflect Lilly's commitment to providing elevated services and amenities that enhance quality of life for its residents, they do place it at a premium tier within the local market.

Floor plansLilly's VillaSan Diego CountyCalifornia
1 Bedroom$6,600$4,315$4,340
Private$6,600$3,939$3,939

Overall Review of Lilly's Villa

differentiator 11 reviews mention this

Skilled nursing and memory care help

Residents describe strong, attentive care in the Care Center.

Several residents and families specifically mention the Care Center when higher levels of support were needed, including skilled nursing and memory care. Reviews describe staff who are professional and caring, with clear day-to-day attention and reassurance for families. Some reviewers also emphasize that follow-on therapy and post-discharge support can stay coordinated when residents return to independent living. At the same time, a small number of reviews raise concerns about how care changes are handled for apartment decisions and privacy, which is separate from the overall positive care experiences.

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Dining options are a standout

Dining is one of the most consistently praised features.

Food and dining come up repeatedly, with reviewers describing it as good, varied, and well prepared. Multiple comments focus on having menu choices that can accommodate different preferences and diets, and on dining staff who are welcoming. Some reviews also highlight a global or international range of cuisine, and a dining experience that supports social time with other residents. Overall, dining is portrayed as a reliable bright spot across different living situations.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents consistently describe plenty of activities to join.

Many reviews talk about a busy calendar that includes exercise, classes, and scheduled group activities. Several residents mention arts and learning options like lectures, workshops, and technology or cooking-related activities, along with music and social events. Reviews also describe off-site excursions and ongoing engagement even during periods of restricted routines. The combination of in-building programming and variety appears to be a major reason residents feel settled.

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Staff are caring and responsive

Reviews commonly highlight staff members as helpful and kind.

Across reviews, staff responsiveness is a recurring theme, including caregivers and service teams in everyday settings. Multiple reviewers say employees know them by name, communicate well, and make it easier for families to feel confident in the care being provided. A number of comments also mention maintenance and household help, along with smooth support during moves and day-to-day living. While most feedback is positive, a few separate reviews report negative experiences with particular staff members or service moments.

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Concerns about service and conduct

Some reviews report serious issues with service quality or staff behavior.

A small set of reviews describe unprofessional conduct or distressing interactions, including negative experiences with social services and the front desk. Other reviews mention a general lack of service quality, and at least one comment calls out an issue involving theft and what was done afterward. These are not the prevailing experiences in the reviews, but they are specific enough that they may warrant careful follow-up if you tour.

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Location near shopping and medical

Residents say the location makes medical care convenient.

Several reviewers describe the community as conveniently located for medical services, shopping, and entertainment. A few comments also mention being close to beaches and nearby attractions, plus easy access to transit options. For daily planning, residents highlight the ability to reach important destinations without long trips. This convenience shows up alongside the high participation in on-site activities, making both the neighborhood and the campus part of the appeal.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 6 resident community capacity 6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private Private
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • San Diego International-Lindbergh (8 miles away) San Diego International-Lindbergh (8 miles away)
  • MC Clellan-Palomar Airport (20 miles away) MC Clellan-Palomar Airport (20 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Forever fit Forever fit
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Trivia games Trivia games

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in the beautiful coastal community of La Jolla, this area offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to senior living. With several cafes like Starbucks and Bird Rock Coffee Roasters nearby, residents can enjoy a leisurely cup of coffee or tea with friends. The abundance of pharmacies such as CVS and Rite Aid ensures easy access to medications and health supplies. Additionally, there are numerous restaurants offering diverse dining options, from casual eateries like The Taco Stand to upscale venues like Waterbar. For outdoor enthusiasts, there are several parks in close proximity, providing opportunities for peaceful walks and recreational activities. Medical care is readily available with top-notch facilities like UC San Diego Health and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla nearby. Transportation options include transit centers and an airport for convenient travel. Overall, this part of La Jolla offers a vibrant yet tranquil environment suitable for seniors looking for a comfortable and well-rounded lifestyle.

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Bird Rock Coffee Roasters (1.6 miles)
  • Blue Bottle Coffee (3.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.4 miles)
  • Bird Rock Coffee Roasters (6.9 miles)
  • The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf (7.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • The Taco Stand (1.4 miles)
  • Pacific Beach Fish Shop (2.5 miles)
  • Mavericks Beach Club (2.6 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (2.7 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2.7 miles)
  • Pacific Beach Shore Club (2.8 miles)
  • Waterbar (2.8 miles)

Parks

  • La Jolla Shores Park (1.6 miles)
  • Kate O Sessions Memorial Park (1.9 miles)
  • Tourmaline Surfing Park (2.1 miles)
  • Crown Point (3 miles)
  • Mission Bay Park (4 miles)
  • Mission Bay Park (4.5 miles)
  • Mission Beach Park (4.6 miles)

Physicians

  • UC San Diego Health - La Jolla 8910 Villa La Jolla Drive (2.8 miles)
  • NVISION Eye Centers (2.8 miles)
  • Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center at UC San Diego Health (3.5 miles)
  • Stahl Richard Dr Scripps Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery Group La Jolla (3.9 miles)
  • San Diego Mental Health Services (5.3 miles)
  • Pearl Mini IVF (5.3 miles)
  • Sharp Rees-Stealy San Diego Radiology (6.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center (3 miles)
  • UTC Trolley Station (3.3 miles)
  • Old Town Trolley Station and Transit Center (6.3 miles)
  • Montgomery Field Airport (MYF) (6.8 miles)
  • Fashion Valley Trolley Station and Transit Center (6.8 miles)
  • TSA Pre-Check (7.6 miles)
  • Terminal 2 (7.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • UC San Diego Jacobs Medical Center (3.4 miles)
  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla (3.9 miles)
  • Scripps La Jolla Emergency Room And Trauma Center (3.9 miles)
  • Scripps Green Hospital (4.4 miles)
  • Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines (4.5 miles)
  • Kearny Mesa Convalescent and Nursing Home (6.1 miles)
  • Sharp Memorial Hospital (6.2 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Fashion Valley 18 (6.9 miles)
  • AMC Mission Valley 2 (7.7 miles)

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