San Marcos, California
Silvergate San Marcos
Assisted Living · Memory Care · Independent Living
1550 Security Place, San Marcos, CA 92078
Silvergate San Marcos in San Marcos, California offers assisted living, memory care, and independent living in a larger community with 160 licensed beds.
- Licensed capacity
- 160 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- May 1994
License history may include previous operators.
State inspections
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No recent serious complaint findings
Complaint investigations · 3 years before our last check
- Type A citations
- 0
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 0
AI summary
Silvergate San Marcos carries 2 Type A findings and 2 Type B findings across more than 32 years of operation, but the past three years show a clean run across 6 inspections and 3 complaint investigations.
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- Track record — Over more than three decades of operation, the community has accumulated 2 Type A findings (the state's most severe citation class, tied to resident safety or care) and 2 Type B findings (administrative issues like paperwork or posting gaps).
- Recent 3 years — None of the Type A or Type B findings fall within the past three years, and the six inspections and three complaint investigations conducted in that window turned up no citations and no substantiated allegations, pointing to a stronger recent trajectory.
- Complaints — Eight allegations have been investigated over the license's history and none were substantiated, meaning inquiries were made but the specific claims were not confirmed.
- Operating tenure — More than 32 years of continuous licensure gives this record substantial depth, and the absence of recent findings across multiple inspection cycles adds confidence that the clean stretch is not a fluke of low scrutiny.
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #374600026
- License status
- Licensed
Full history on file
These totals cover the available license history, including older findings. Citation totals include inspections, complaint visits, and other visits.
- Inspection visits
- 4
- Complaint investigation visits
- 6
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 2
- Type B citations · administrative
- 2
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
Available reports · 14
Facility evaluation
May 28, 2026
Complaint investigation
Apr 15, 2026
Complaint investigation
Apr 7, 2026
Facility evaluation
Aug 22, 2024
Facility evaluation
Aug 21, 2024
1–5 of 14 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Assisted LivingStarting at$3,995 / mo
- Studios
- $3,995 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $5,195 / mo
- 2-Bedroom
- $6,195 / mo
Independent LivingStarting at$3,995 / mo
- Studios
- $3,995 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $5,195 / mo
- 2-Bedroom
- $6,195 / mo
Memory CareStarting at$7,995 / mo
- Shared Rooms
- $7,995 / mo
- Private Rooms
- $9,495 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $9,995 / mo
Care & support
Daily Care Services
10 services
- Medication management
- 24-hour supervision
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Diabetes / insulin management
- Incontinence care
- Non-ambulatory care
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Physical therapy on-site
- Wheelchair accessible
Specialized Care
5 services
- Parkinson's program
- Behavioral support
- Hospice agency partnership
- Respite / Short-term care
- Dementia care
Memory Care
2 services
- Dementia-certified staff
- Specialized memory care activities
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
21 features
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- Pet Friendly
- Private bathroom
- Cable TV
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- Spa services
- Beauty salon / Barber
- Swimming pool / Hot tub
- Game room / Billiards
- Piano / Music room
- Movie theater / Media room
- Activity room
- Art studio / Craft room
- Library / Reading room
- Fitness center / Gym
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
- Café / Bistro
Outdoor Spaces
5 features
- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- Patio seating areas
- Outdoor common space
- BBQ / Grill area
Dining Options
9 features
- Room service
- Kosher meals available
- All-day / Flexible meal times
- Accommodates special diets
- Altered-texture food options
- Professional chef
- Restaurant-style dining
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options
- Private Dining Room
Transportation
2 features- Scheduled transportation
- Personal Vehicle Parking
Family & Visitors
2 features- Family support services
- Guest meals available
Community Services
3 features- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
- Grocery shopping & errands
Reviews
Online reputation
4.9Average RatingAveraged from 129 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Most families describe Silvergate San Marcos as a warm, well-staffed community with strong care and communication, though a handful of serious complaints about staffing, maintenance, and rising costs are worth asking about directly.
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- Staff & care — Reviewers repeatedly describe staff as attentive, kind, and consistent over many years, with several noting long employee tenure as a sign of good management.
- Atmosphere & grounds — The small 'neighborhood' or 'suites' design with low staff-to-resident ratios is frequently praised for feeling homey rather than institutional, especially in memory care.
- Dining — Many reviews highlight good, well-presented food and a lively dining experience, though a few mention meals served cold when delivered to rooms.
- Activities — Families often mention a strong variety of activities, outings, and events that keep residents socially engaged and help them build friendships.
- Communication — Numerous reviewers note that management and staff respond quickly to questions and keep families well informed about their loved one's condition.
- Staff & care — A minority of reviews describe understaffing, especially on weekends, inconsistent follow-through on care requests like hydration or hearing aid charging, and one report of declining attentiveness as a resident's needs increased.
- Cleanliness & maintenance — One detailed review cites a chronically broken elevator, weekly water outages, and non-functioning AC during hot weather, so it's worth confirming current building upkeep and emergency plans.
- Value & pricing — Several reviewers note that costs rise as care needs increase, so families should clarify how add-on fees for medication management or extra assistance are structured and communicated in advance.
- Personal belongings — A couple of reviews mention lost or damaged personal items such as jewelry and clothing, which is worth asking about regarding laundry and belongings policies.
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