Twin Oaks Garden

    1965 Edwin Ln, San Marcos, CA 92069
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

    Compassionate attentive family-run personalized care

    I've trusted my mom to this small, family-run facility for over five years and am very pleased with the attentive, compassionate caregivers and the owner's consistent presence in the community. The home is spotless, well-organized and comfortable; staff pay close attention to grooming and personal care, keep us well informed, and even customize meals delivered to my mom's room. I highly recommend their thoughtful, personalized care - the family really goes the extra mile.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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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

    Reviews

    4.25·(8)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.8
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      5.0
    • Value

      2.0

    Pros

    • pleasant staff
    • meals delivered to resident rooms
    • customizable meals
    • small, intimate facility
    • two housing units
    • family-run (European)
    • owner consistently present and hands-on
    • caregivers praised for quality care
    • excellent family communication
    • attentive grooming and personal care
    • clean and well organized
    • staff go the extra mile

    Cons

    • piano not available
    • limited amenities/activities implied by small size
    • high pricing
    • additional charges for oxygen
    • additional charges for incontinence supplies
    • monthly rate of $3500

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is strongly positive, with multiple mentions of attentive, personalized care delivered in a small, family-run setting. Reviewers repeatedly emphasize that staff are pleasant and caregivers provide reliable day-to-day support. The facility’s small scale — described as an intimate home with two housing units — appears to foster close relationships between staff, residents, and families. Several reviewers explicitly state they are pleased with their relatives’ care, noting particular strengths in grooming, personal care, and the general cleanliness and organization of the building.

    Care quality and staffing are highlights. Caregivers are described as “great,” and reviewers appreciate consistent, hands-on involvement from ownership. The owner’s regular presence during visits and the fact that the operation is family-run (with a European family living in the community) are cited as reasons families feel informed and comfortable. Communication with families is singled out as excellent; reviewers mention that the staff and owner keep them updated and “go the extra mile,” which contributes to trust and satisfaction.

    Facilities and daily living features reflect the property’s small scale and homelike character. The community is described as very nice, clean, and well organized. Meals are a clear positive: food is delivered directly to residents’ rooms and can be customized to preferences, which supports individualized care. The small two-unit structure gives the impression of a tight-knit environment where staff know residents personally. That said, the small size also implies limitations in available amenities and activities — the explicit example given is that a piano is not available, which may matter for families looking for a broader activity program or specific music-based engagement.

    Management and culture are consistent themes. Multiple reviewers reference the family-owned nature of the operation, noting that the owners are approachable, frequently on site, and actively involved in residents’ welfare. The European family background is mentioned as part of the community’s identity. This hands-on management style appears to translate into proactive communication with families and a willingness to accommodate individual resident needs.

    Cost and fee structure are the primary concerns. Reviewers note a relatively high monthly base rate (cited as $3,500) and additional charges for certain services, specifically oxygen and incontinence supplies. These extra fees are an important pattern to highlight for prospective residents and families: while base-level care, meals, and the personalized environment receive praise, the out-of-pocket costs for some medical supplies and services may increase total monthly expenses. Combined with the facility’s small size and limited amenities (e.g., no piano), some families may weigh the premium price against the level and scope of services and activities provided.

    In summary, Twin Oaks Garden is portrayed as a small, well-run, family-operated residential care option that excels in personal attention, cleanliness, meal service, grooming, and communication. The hands-on ownership and caring staff form the core strengths. Prospective residents should be aware of the relatively high monthly rate and possible add-on charges for medical supplies (oxygen, incontinence), and the limited on-site amenities that can accompany a small, intimate setting. For families prioritizing individualized care, attentive staff, and close family communication, Twin Oaks Garden appears to be a strong choice; for those seeking broader activity offerings or lower total costs, these trade-offs should be considered.

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    Location

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    Twin Oaks Garden is located at 1965 Edwin Ln, San Marcos, CA, 92069.

    About Twin Oaks Garden

    Twin Oaks Garden sits in San Marcos, California, up in San Diego's North County, and has been family owned and operated since 1998, so you see two houses sitting next to each other, these two adjacent care homes, and they take care of up to six seniors at a time in each, making things feel homey, quiet, and easy to get around with safe surroundings and cheerful sights out every window-you can see gardens and trees, and if you open a door you end up outside, since there's a bit of outdoor access for fresh air and some walking if you feel up to it. The staff, led by Administrator Snezana "Suzie" Lukic, help with things like bathing, dressing, moving around the house, and managing medicines, and they'll even arrange transportation for doctor visits at cost. Meals come every day, with vegetarian options for those who need it, and there's a focus on personal attention for habits and routines, with 24-hour supervision if someone needs more help.

    The place offers memory care, high acuity care, diabetic support, and can help folks who need incontinence care or who can no longer walk on their own. The houses have private baths and wheelchair accessible showers, which help with comfort if you need extra assistance, plus the staff supports Spanish and Ukrainian speakers, so people who prefer another language won't feel left out. There are indoor and outdoor common areas, and residents can join community activities-from Christian services to daily programs, there's always something, and regularly scheduled movie nights happen for a bit of fun. You'll also find beautician services, a garden, walking paths, and staff who help keep life on track with careful attention. Twin Oaks Garden has held a strong reputation for compassionate, personalized care, and is licensed by the state of California under License #: 374600589, with a 5.0 rating based on a couple of online reviews. If someone needs respite or a short-term stay, that's an option, and if you want to know more about the daily goings-on or just want someplace with a steady, kind atmosphere and good views, then this community has been reliably supporting local seniors for many years now.

    People often ask...

    Twin Oaks Garden offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,427 per month.

    Twin Oaks Garden offers independent living, assisted living, and board and care.

    There are 6 photos of Twin Oaks Garden on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 1965 Edwin Ln, San Marcos, CA 92069.

    No, Twin Oaks Garden does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.

    License number374603887
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity6 residents
    LicenseeLUKIC, TANJA DRAGANA
    EffectiveJuly 25th, 2016
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    Inspection Reports

    14

    Reports

    0

    Citations

    2

    Complaints

    5

    Years

    18 Mar 2026Inspection
    Observed no deficiencies cited and compliance with licensing requirements appeared to be met.
    05 Jun 2025Complaint
    Investigated a complaint alleging staff restrained a resident and that hospice waiver capacity was exceeded; no clear evidence proved or disproved the allegations.
    05 Jun 2025Complaint
    Investigated the allegation that staff left residents unattended; observed staff checked on residents in the two buildings and responded when pendant alarms were used.
    27 Mar 2025Inspection
    Observed compliance with licensing requirements. No deficiencies were identified.
    10 Oct 2024Inspection
    Observed clean interiors, functioning safety devices, adequate food supplies, secure medication storage, and orderly staff and resident records; no deficiencies were cited.
    22 Jul 2024Inspection
    Found no deficiencies cited during an unannounced annual visit; observed adequate staff supervision, proper medication storage, and up-to-date disaster and infection control measures.
    08 Mar 2024Inspection
    Observed infection control measures and hygiene supplies in place, with hand-washing provisions and cleaning materials available. Bedrooms, kitchen, and outdoor areas were well maintained, hot water temperature logs met regulatory standards, and staffing levels of five staff and five residents were adequate.
    09 Oct 2023Inspection
    Observed appropriate safety measures and care resources; no deficiencies were cited.
    28 Jul 2023Inspection
    Found that safety, documentation, and care procedures met requirements; medications were centrally stored, emergency plans were in place, and no deficiencies were observed.
    29 Aug 2022Inspection
    Observed adequate infection control measures, including hand hygiene supplies, cleaning provisions, and a designated lead to track any COVID-19 cases; no COVID-19 cases were present.
    20 Jul 2022Inspection
    Observed infection control measures in place with sufficient PPE and cleaning supplies, and no COVID-19 cases were reported.
    06 Jun 2022Inspection
    Observed infection control measures and adequate supplies; no deficiencies noted.
    21 Sept 2021Inspection
    Observed full compliance with infection control guidelines and related safety measures; no deficiencies were found.
    28 May 2021Inspection
    Observed infection control measures, including entry screening, PPE use, hand hygiene stations, visitor policies, and signage, were in place; no deficiencies were found.

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