Pricing ranges from
    $4,622 – 5,546/month

    Hillside Garden II RCFE

    2541 Abedul St, Carlsbad, CA, 92009
    4.8 · 4 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    5.0

    Caring staff, clean safe facility

    I had an impressive tour and found the staff caring, kind, and very professional. The facility is clean, well-run, and safe with great homemade meals, daily activities, and wheelchair/hospital-bed accessible rooms - move-in was easy. The team was attentive, patient, and accommodating; I would highly recommend it, even though it wasn't exactly what we needed.

    Pricing

    $4,622+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $5,546+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.75 · 4 reviews

    Overall rating

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    3. 3
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    5. 1
    • Care

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      4.8

    Pros

    • Very clean facility
    • Professional staff
    • Safe, secure environment
    • Attentive and caring caregivers
    • Kind, patient, and understanding staff
    • Non-pushy approach from staff
    • Wheelchair-accessible rooms
    • Hospital-bed accommodations
    • Friendly and accommodating personnel
    • Experienced staff
    • Smooth, easy move-in process
    • Homemade, well-liked meals
    • Daily activities offered
    • Well-run and well-maintained facility
    • Impressive tour experience
    • Frequently recommended by reviewers

    Cons

    • May not meet specific individual needs for some residents ("not exactly what we needed")

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is strongly positive, with multiple reviewers emphasizing cleanliness, safety, and a well-maintained environment. "Very clean," "well-maintained," and "very safe" are recurring descriptors, indicating that the facility presents itself and operates at a high standard of upkeep and hygiene. The facility also makes a favorable first impression for visitors: tours were described as "impressive," which suggests that common areas and accommodations are presented professionally and attractively.

    Staff and care quality are the most consistently praised aspects. Reviewers used terms such as "professional," "attentive," "caring," "kind," "patient," and "understanding" to describe staff behavior. Several summaries highlight that staff are "not pushy," and that they are both "accommodating" and "experienced," which together give a strong sense of respectful, resident-centered care. The move-in experience itself was described positively—"easy move-in process"—which often reflects good coordination by admissions and administrative staff and a supportive handoff for new residents.

    The facility’s ability to meet mobility and medical accommodation needs is noted: reviewers specifically mention "wheelchair-accessible rooms" and "hospital-bed accommodations." These details indicate that the physical plant and room options can support residents with mobility limitations and more intensive in-room care needs. That complements the repeated descriptions of attentive staff and a safe environment, suggesting the facility can handle varying levels of physical assistance, though with limits discussed below.

    Dining and programming receive favorable comments. Multiple reviewers cite "homemade meals," "great meals," and generally say they "liked meals," implying consistent meal quality and resident satisfaction with menu offerings. Review summaries also mention "daily activities," indicating an active programming schedule that contributes to residents’ engagement and well-being.

    Management and operations are described positively as well: reviewers call the place "well-run," which aligns with the smooth move-in experiences, the cleanliness, and the coordinated care described. Those patterns together paint a picture of an organized facility where both clinical and hospitality aspects are handled competently.

    One notable caveat appears in a single but important phrase: "not exactly what we needed." While most feedback is enthusiastic, this comment signals that the facility may not be a perfect match for every prospective resident. The reviews do not specify the exact mismatch (for example, highly specialized medical care, memory-care-specific programming, or particular cultural/personal preferences), so the safest interpretation is that while the facility meets many general assisted-living needs very well, families should still verify specific clinical, therapeutic, or lifestyle requirements before committing.

    In sum, the reviews portray Hillside Garden II RCFE as a clean, safe, and well-run community with compassionate and professional staff, good homemade meals, accessible rooms that can accommodate wheelchairs and hospital beds, and meaningful daily activities. The predominant pattern is strong satisfaction and recommendations from reviewers. Prospective residents and families should be encouraged by these strengths but should also conduct a personalized assessment (ask about specialized medical services, memory-care options, or other unique needs) to ensure the community is the right fit for their particular circumstances.

    Location

    Map showing location of Hillside Garden II RCFE

    About Hillside Garden II RCFE

    Hillside Garden II RCFE sits in Carlsbad, about 5 miles from Encinitas, and offers a small, home-like setting with six private rooms. The place is a licensed Residential Care Facility for the Elderly, license number 374600935, and has served seniors since April 2000. Residents can choose from one-bedroom apartments or small studios, with functional layouts and comfortable furnishings. There are options for communal living too, so people can feel both independent and connected. The staff provide help with dressing, showering, spoon feeding when needed, and managing medication. Everyone gets a custom care plan, and they offer dementia care, speech therapy, fall prevention, and memory care services. Two caregivers are on duty around the clock for just six residents, giving a high staff-to-resident ratio. There's a licensed nurse who comes in, plus mobile doctors, therapists, and dentists who visit as needed.

    Hillside Garden II has many amenities-including daily housekeeping, personal laundry, beautician and manicurist services, and dry cleaning. The kitchen serves home-cooked meals, using fresh ingredients, and they prepare special menus for diabetes, allergies, or other dietary needs. Seniors can eat in the private dining room, enjoy snacks from the snack bar, and take part in regular movie nights and arts and crafts. The building has 24-hour security, an emergency alert system, and video surveillance, so residents are safe. The community area has a library, a garden with climbing palms, walking paths, shaded sitting spots, and spaces meant for easy socializing. There's a wellness center, a fitness area, a massage service, pharmacy deliveries, and a schedule for regular health checks. Staff arrange religious services, fun activities, seasonal outings to places like the Carlsbad Flower Fields, beaches, local outlets, and libraries, and they welcome small pets.

    All residents receive help with bathing, dressing, mobility, medication, and daily tasks. There are unique programs for those with memory loss or non-ambulatory needs, and acceptance of SSI residents and the Assisted Living Waiver Program. The friendly team respects each person, works closely to make sure no one ever feels like a burden, and pays attention to individual wants and needs. People get help from familiar faces, with live-in staff and both daytime and nighttime caregivers on site at all times. Hillside Garden II provides a schedule filled with hobbies, social events, and outings, though activity levels and plans adjust for each person's health and interests. The place has a warm family feeling, gives plenty of choices on meals and activities, and welcomes people looking for nursing care, independent living, or specialized support. Every detail, from security and healthcare to meals and activities, aims to keep older adults comfortable, cared for, and safe, so it's meant to feel like home for every resident.

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    State of California Inspection Reports

    5

    Inspections

    1

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    3

    Years of reports

    08 Apr 2025
    Found a clean, well-maintained site with three residents in care and functioning safety systems. Verified required documents were on file and no deficiencies were cited.
    • § 9058
    06 Mar 2024
    Found care standards met; five residents were in care, within the six-capacity limit, with clean, well-maintained rooms, secure medications, complete confidential records, and no deficiencies cited.
    06 Mar 2024
    Conducted unannounced inspection, facility found in compliance with regulations.
    25 Apr 2022
    Found that infection control measures were in place and followed, including universal entry screening, routine symptom checks for staff and visitors, visitor sign-in, PPE availability, hand hygiene stations, a designated visitation area, and posted emergency contact information; no deficiencies were observed.
    25 Apr 2022
    Confirmed compliance with infection control practices during the unannounced visit.

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