Sungarden Terrace offers competitive pricing for its residential options compared to the broader market in San Diego County and across California. For instance, a studio apartment at Sungarden Terrace is priced at $3,195 per month, which is significantly more affordable than the county average of $4,217 and the state average of $4,145. However, the semi-private rooms are priced higher at $5,150 monthly, which exceeds both the San Diego County rate of $3,518 and California's average of $3,333. This price structure highlights how Sungarden Terrace provides an attractive option for individual living arrangements while presenting a premium cost for shared accommodations.
Floor plans
Sungarden Terrace
San Diego County
California
Studio
$3,195
$4,217
$4,145
Semi-Private
$5,150
$3,518
$3,333
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Residents and families repeatedly describe staff who are kind, welcoming, and attentive.
Across the reviews, people consistently talk about staff treating residents with respect and compassion, and making visitors feel welcome. Several reviewers say caregivers learn residents’ preferences and tailor care around what the resident likes, and others mention staff remembering names and details. Even when reviews have mixed experiences, many still call out friendliness and helpfulness from staff members they encountered.
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Food and dining stand out
Meals are frequently described as high quality and enjoyable.
Many reviews highlight the dining experience, with families praising the quality of the food and how residents respond to meal time. Some reviewers compare it favorably to other places they toured or had prior experience with. The community also offers a range of dining options and supports dietary restrictions, which aligns with how often residents mention the meals being a positive part of everyday life.
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Activities help residents stay engaged
Residents and families describe daily activities that keep people involved.
Reviews frequently mention scheduled activities, including games, music, art, and outings, with families saying residents stay active and connected. Some reviewers also note that activity offerings can vary by resident ability, especially within memory care. Overall, activities are described as part of the routine that supports comfort and engagement.
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Memory care gets mixed feedback
Memory care is described with concerns about space, liveliness, and staffing.
A handful of reviewers express reservations about the memory care unit, including comments that the unit felt small or more advanced, and that the common areas could feel less lively. Other reviews raise safety and staffing concerns specific to memory care, including reports about residents being left unattended and incidents like falls. At the same time, some families do describe the memory care program positively, including engagement and supportive routines.
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Pricing is often called affordable
Several reviewers describe the community’s pricing as fair and good value.
Some families specifically mention cost as reasonable or affordable compared with other options they considered. One review discusses a pricing adjustment tied to room arrangements and cost changes after an administrator left, while still describing the overall care as satisfactory. The community’s pricing is positioned as below typical benchmarks in the listed ranges, which matches the “value” comments.
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Features
Housing
110 resident community capacity
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Respite Care
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Party space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
San Diego International-Lindbergh (10 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Dining
Diabetes diet
Gluten-free
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Special dining programs
Vegan
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Karaoke
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Other religious services
Planned day trips
Protestant services
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Wine tasting
Languages Spoken
English
Videos
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Lemon Grove, California offers a convenient and accessible location for senior living. With multiple pharmacies such as Walgreens, Rite Aid, and several CVS Pharmacy locations within a short distance, access to medication and healthcare services is readily available. There are also a variety of dining options nearby, including fast-food chains like McDonald's and In-N-Out Burger, as well as sit-down restaurants like BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. For those who enjoy cafes, there are several Starbucks locations in the vicinity. The area also features several parks for outdoor recreation and relaxation, as well as transportation options at Grossmont Transit Center and 24th Street Trolley Station. Additionally, there are reputable hospitals, places of worship, and physicians' offices within close proximity. Overall, this part of Lemon Grove provides a blend of convenience and amenities suitable for seniors looking for a comfortable living environment.
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
Rite Aid (1.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
Walgreens (3.7 miles)
Restaurants
In-N-Out Burger (1.5 miles)
McDonald's (2.9 miles)
McDonald's (3.2 miles)
Jack In The Box (3.2 miles)
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse (3.7 miles)
Brigantine Seafood Restaurants (3.9 miles)
Jack In The Box (5.3 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (3.2 miles)
Starbucks (4 miles)
Kung Fu Tea (5.1 miles)
The Simple Coffee House (5.3 miles)
Starbucks (5.4 miles)
Communal Coffee (6.8 miles)
Copa Vida (7.7 miles)
Parks
Mount Helix Park (3.7 miles)
Balboa Park (7.2 miles)
Quartyard Dog Park (7.6 miles)
Balboa Park South Loop (7.7 miles)
Cal's Point (7.8 miles)
Transportation
Grossmont Transit Center (3.8 miles)
24th Street Trolley Station (6.6 miles)
Hospitals
Sharp Grossmont Hospital Brier Patch (4 miles)
Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center/Kaiser Foundation Hospital (6 miles)
Naval Medical Center San Diego (7 miles)
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center Cardiac Rehabilitation (7.5 miles)
Stanford Court Nursing (7.7 miles)
Places of Worship
Skyline Church (4.4 miles)
Corpus Christi Church (5.1 miles)
El Camino Grace Church (5.7 miles)
Foothills Christian Church (7.1 miles)
Physicians
Kaiser Permanente Vandever Medical Offices (6 miles)
Fereshteh Jahanpanah Medical Clinic (6.1 miles)
NBHC Eastlake (6.1 miles)
Dr Dominguez And Dr Ancona-Young Office (6.6 miles)
Sungarden Terrace offers competitive pricing for its residential options compared to the broader market in San Diego County and across California. For instance, a studio apartment at Sungarden Terrace is priced at $3,195 per month, which is significantly more affordable than the county average of $4,217 and the state average of $4,145. However, the semi-private rooms are priced higher at $5,150 monthly, which exceeds both the San Diego County rate of $3,518 and California's average of $3,333. This price structure highlights how Sungarden Terrace provides an attractive option for individual living arrangements while presenting a premium cost for shared accommodations.
Sungarden Terrace offers a comprehensive range of features designed to support residents with varying stages of dementia or Alzheimer's disease, ensuring their safety and comfort while promoting independence. The 24-hour supervision provides constant oversight, allowing staff to respond promptly to any needs or emergencies. Assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and transfers, helps residents maintain dignity while receiving the necessary support for personal care. Incontinence care further ensures their well-being and hygiene, while meal preparation and service caters to specific dietary needs, fostering nourishment and engagement during mealtimes. Medication management is crucial for maintaining health stability, and specialized memory care programming is tailored to enhance cognitive function through targeted activities that stimulate mental engagement. Additionally, the mental wellness program addresses emotional health, providing reassurance and companionship in a structured environment that promotes social interaction and cognitive development for individuals experiencing mild cognitive impairment as well as more advanced stages of dementia.
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110 resident community capacity
Studio apartments
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Respite Care
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Party space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
San Diego International-Lindbergh (10 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Art classes
Catholic services
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Karaoke
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Wine tasting
English
Intimate, personalized care in a small 6-resident home with comprehensive daily living support and meals.
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