Memory Care in Southern California
Where Every Face Is Familiar

Small residential homes designed for calm, consistency, and dignity. Six residents. A caregiver always present. A real home — not a facility wing — in five communities across Southern California.

🏠 6 Residents Per Home
👥 1:3 Caregiver Ratio
🌙 24/7 Awake Care
30-Day Guarantee
📋 CDSS Licensed

What Is Memory Care — And Why It Matters

Memory care is specialized support for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other cognitive conditions that affect memory, reasoning, and daily functioning. Unlike standard assisted living, memory care is intentionally structured to reduce confusion, prevent unsafe wandering, and create a sense of safety and belonging for the person receiving care.

At Angel's Haven Care, memory care isn't a locked ward or an institutional wing — it's a real home on a real neighborhood street. Consistent caregivers, a calm daily rhythm, and only six fellow residents mean your loved one can feel like themselves in an environment that actually feels like home. See why our model compares so differently →

Conditions We Support

  • Alzheimer's Disease (all stages)
  • Vascular Dementia
  • Lewy Body Dementia
  • Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD)
  • Mixed Dementia
  • Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
  • Memory loss related to stroke or TBI

Why Residential Homes Are Better for Memory Care

Research consistently shows that individuals with memory conditions thrive in calm, familiar, low-stimulation environments — not large institutional facilities. Here is what makes the difference.

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A Calm, Quiet Environment

Our homes have six residents — not sixty. Quiet hallways, familiar sounds, and a true domestic setting reduce the anxiety and agitation that commonly worsen in large facilities.

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Consistent, Familiar Faces

A 1:3 caregiver ratio means your loved one sees the same caregivers every day. Familiarity reduces fear and builds real trust — something impossible where staff rotate constantly.

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Structured Daily Routine

Predictable schedules — wake time, meals, activities, rest — are powerfully stabilizing for memory care residents. We build each day around your loved one's own familiar patterns.

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A Real Home Setting

Familiar domestic environments — kitchens, living rooms, gardens — are far less disorienting than clinical corridors. Our homes feel like home because they are homes.

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Truly Personalized Care

With only six residents, caregivers genuinely know each person — their preferences, triggers, life history, and personality. Care is personal, not protocol-driven.

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Family as Partners

Small homes welcome families. Open-door visits, regular updates, and true care partnerships create a full circle of support around your loved one.

When Is It Time to Consider Memory Care?

Many families wait too long, managing at home until a crisis occurs. These signs suggest your loved one may benefit from the structure and safety of residential memory care:

Getting lost in familiar places, including at home
Wandering at night or leaving home unsafely
Forgetting to eat, take medications, or turn off appliances
Increasing agitation, anxiety, or sundowning in evenings
Difficulty recognizing close family members
Family caregiver exhaustion or burnout
Inability to manage personal hygiene without full assistance
Repeated falls or unexplained injuries at home
Significant personality or behavioral changes
Refusal to eat or unsafe swallowing behaviors

If several of these apply, please call us. Our team can help you assess whether residential memory care is the right next step — with no pressure and no obligation. If your family needs temporary relief while exploring options, our short-term respite care program is also available.

Our Memory Care Services Include

Every resident receives a comprehensive care experience built around their individual needs, history, and cognitive stage.

  • Structured Daily Routine — consistent wake, meal, activity, and rest schedules to reduce disorientation
  • Safe, Secure Environment — monitored exits, secure outdoor spaces, fall-prevention design throughout
  • Cognitive & Sensory Activities — music therapy, reminiscence activities, gentle exercise, and purposeful engagement
  • Medication Management — trained caregivers administer all medications accurately and on schedule
  • Personal Hygiene & Grooming Assistance — bathing, dressing, and grooming support delivered with dignity
  • Nutritious Meals & Hydration — three meals plus snacks daily, adapted for dietary and swallowing needs
  • Family Communication — regular updates, care conferences, and open-door family visits welcome
  • Coordination With Medical Providers — we work alongside your loved one's physician, neurologist, and specialists
  • 24/7 Caregiver Presence — someone is always awake and available, day or night
  • Hospice & Palliative Partnership — we welcome and coordinate with hospice agencies when needed

Owner-Led Care Oversight

Managed by Licensed RCFE Administrators

Both co-founders are California Licensed RCFE Administrators — credentialed, hands-on leaders who are directly accountable for the care standard in every Angel's Haven home.

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Ricardo Garcia
Co-Founder & RCFE Admin
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Johnny Mazariegos
Co-Founder & RCFE Admin

We coordinate with each resident's own physician, neurologist, and specialists — so the medical relationships your family already trusts stay fully intact.

✅ 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee

If you're not fully satisfied in the first 30 days, we'll work with you to make it right.

Angel's Haven vs. Large Memory Care Facilities

When the alternative is a memory care "wing" in a large facility, the quality-of-daily-life difference is significant.

Feature Angel's Haven Care Large Memory Care Wing
Residents per home6 residents30–80+ residents
Caregiver ratio1:31:8 or more
24/7 caregiver presence✓ Always awakeVaries by shift
Consistent caregivers✓ Same faces dailyHigh staff turnover
Home-like setting✓ Real neighborhood homeInstitutional corridors
Home-cooked, adapted meals✓ DailyCafeteria-style
Open-door family access✓ AnytimeOften restricted hours
30-day guarantee✓ IncludedRarely offered
CDSS Licensed✓ All 5 locations✓ (varies)

Learn more about what makes Angel's Haven different →

Memory Care Pricing

All-inclusive monthly rates — room, board, meals, 24/7 care, and medication management. No hidden fees.

Temecula
$4,500–$6,000
per month
Murrieta
$4,500–$6,000
per month
Lake Elsinore
$4,500–$6,000
per month
Rancho Mirage
$7,000–$7,500
per month
Cathedral City
$6,500+
per month
✅ 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee — All Locations

Call for a personalized quote based on your loved one's level of care needs.

Memory Care Near You

Five CDSS-licensed residential homes across Southern California — each fully staffed, thoughtfully furnished, and ready to welcome your family.

🏠 Temecula

32056 Dayspring Way
Temecula, CA 92592

$4,500 – $6,000 / mo

CDSS License #331881572

View This Home →

🏠 Murrieta

34535 Running Canyon Drive
Murrieta, CA 92563

$4,500 – $6,000 / mo

CDSS License #331881583

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🏠 Lake Elsinore

36785 Braken Way
Lake Elsinore, CA 92532

$4,500 – $6,000 / mo

CDSS License #331881590

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🏠 Rancho Mirage

8 Vía Solana
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

$7,000 – $7,500 / mo

CDSS License #331881776

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🏠 Cathedral City

69920 Matisse Road
Cathedral City, CA 92234

$6,500+ / mo

CDSS License #331881887

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What Families Say About Our Memory Care

★★★★★
After my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, we spent months searching for the right place. Angel's Haven in Temecula was the answer. The caregivers know her by name, know what she likes, and know how to calm her when she's confused. She's safer and more settled than she's been in years — and our family finally sleeps at night.
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Ariadna Cardenas Family Member — Temecula
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My father has moderate dementia and was struggling terribly at home. Moving him to Angel's Haven in Murrieta was the best decision we made. The small home environment — just six residents — made all the difference. He's settled and comfortable, and the same caregiver greets him every morning. That consistency has been everything.
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Edgar Rivas Family Member — Murrieta
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When we visited the Lake Elsinore home, I actually cried — because it looked like a real home, not a facility. My grandmother has Lewy body dementia and the team understood her specific needs immediately. Ricardo Garcia and his staff are exceptional people doing exceptional work.
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Angel Hernandez Family Member — Lake Elsinore

Memory Care — Frequently Asked Questions

Regular assisted living supports individuals who need help with daily activities but have relatively intact cognition. Memory care is specifically designed for individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, or other cognitive conditions. It includes additional safety measures, structured routines to reduce disorientation, specially trained caregivers, and therapeutic activities targeting cognitive engagement. At Angel's Haven, our entire care model is built around the needs of residents with memory conditions.
Our homes are designed with monitored exits and secure outdoor spaces so residents can move freely and safely without risk of elopement. With only six residents and a 1:3 caregiver ratio, staff are always nearby. Structured daytime activities and consistent daily routines also minimize the restlessness that often leads to wandering, particularly during late afternoon and evening hours.
We support residents across early, middle, and late stages of Alzheimer's and most dementia types. Fit depends on individual care needs and behavioral factors. We conduct a thorough assessment before move-in to confirm we can meet your loved one's specific requirements. In cases involving very advanced behavioral symptoms or certain medical complexities, we will be upfront about whether a different care setting would be more appropriate.
Family communication is central to our care model. We provide regular updates via calls and messages, hold scheduled care conferences with our co-founders and care team, and welcome family visits at any time. Both Ricardo Garcia and Johnny Mazariegos are directly reachable — you will always know exactly who is responsible for your loved one's care. You should never feel left out of decisions — we genuinely want you involved.
Monthly fees are all-inclusive: room and board, three home-cooked meals plus snacks daily, 24/7 caregiver care, medication management, personal hygiene assistance, laundry, cognitive and recreational activities, and coordination with medical providers. We don't believe in nickel-and-diming families. Pricing ranges from $4,500–$6,000/month in Temecula, Murrieta, and Lake Elsinore; $6,500+ in Cathedral City; and $7,000–$7,500 in Rancho Mirage.
We stand behind our care. If within the first 30 days you are not fully satisfied with the care your loved one is receiving, we will work actively to resolve your concerns. This guarantee reflects our confidence in our care model and our commitment to every family we serve. Ask about the specifics when you call or visit.

Your Loved One Deserves a Real Home

Talk to our team about memory care availability across our five Southern California homes. No pressure. No obligation — just honest answers.

Dementia Care Homes in Southern California | Angel's Haven Care

Dementia Care Homes in Southern California
Support at Every Stage

Person-centered dementia care in warm residential homes across Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Rancho Mirage, and Cathedral City. Six residents per home. Consistent caregivers. 24/7 presence.

🏠 6 Residents Per Home
👥 1:3 Caregiver Ratio
🌙 24/7 Awake Care
✅ 30-Day Guarantee
📋 CDSS Licensed

Dementia Care Across Every Stage

Dementia is a progressive condition. Our care adapts as your loved one's needs evolve - from early-stage support that preserves independence to comprehensive late-stage care that prioritizes comfort and dignity.

Early Stage

Building Safety & Routine

Early-stage dementia brings memory lapses, mild confusion, and the beginning of safety challenges. We support independence while providing structure and supervision.

  • Medication reminders and management
  • Structured daily routine to reduce confusion
  • Engagement in meaningful activities
  • Safe environment with gentle oversight
  • Family communication and support
Middle Stage

Hands-On Assistance & Engagement

Middle-stage dementia involves increasing memory loss, behavioral changes, and growing need for personal care assistance. Our caregivers provide compassionate, patient support.

  • Full personal hygiene and grooming assistance
  • Sundowning management and evening routines
  • Reminiscence and sensory activities
  • Wandering prevention and secured environment
  • Consistent caregiver-to-resident relationship
Late Stage

Comfort, Dignity & Full Support

Late-stage dementia requires full-time comprehensive care. Our team focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life - in partnership with hospice when appropriate.

  • Full assistance with all activities of daily living
  • Positioning, skin care, and fall prevention
  • Adapted meal service and hydration management
  • 24/7 caregiver presence and monitoring
  • Hospice partnership and palliative coordination

Why Residential Homes Are Better for Dementia

The environment you place a person with dementia in profoundly affects their quality of life, behavioral symptoms, and overall well-being. Here's why small residential care homes produce better outcomes.

🏠 Familiar Environment Reduces Confusion

Domestic settings - homes with kitchens, living rooms, and gardens - are fundamentally less disorienting than clinical halls. The environment itself supports cognitive orientation.

👤 Consistent Caregivers Build Trust

People with dementia rely on familiar faces to feel safe. Our consistent staffing model means your loved one is never greeted by a stranger - a critical element of dementia care.

🔢 Small Community Reduces Overwhelm

Six residents means a quiet, manageable social environment. Large facilities with dozens of residents, constant activity, and noise create overstimulation that worsens behavioral symptoms.

📅 Routine as Therapy

Predictable daily routines are among the most effective interventions for dementia-related anxiety. Our structured days give residents a sense of control and security.

🤲 Person-Centered, Not Shift-Driven

In large facilities, care is organized around staff shifts. In our homes, care is organized around each resident's individual needs, preferences, and personal history.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Always Welcome

Open-door family access isn't just permitted - it's encouraged. Familiar family visits are therapeutically valuable for people with dementia, and we actively support them.

Person-Centered Care, Every Day

Our approach to dementia care is built on understanding the whole person - their life history, relationships, preferences, and what still brings them joy - not just their diagnosis.

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    Life History & Personalized Care Planning

    Before move-in, we gather detailed information about your loved one's life - their career, hobbies, family, daily rhythms, and personal preferences - to build a care plan that honors who they are.

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    Reminiscence & Meaning-Based Activities

    Music from their era, familiar photos, gardening, cooking smells, and storytelling activities draw on long-term memory to engage, soothe, and connect.

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    Sundowning Management

    Evening agitation is common in dementia. We use structured late-afternoon routines, calm environments, appropriate lighting, and gentle redirection to minimize sundowning symptoms.

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    Family Involvement & Partnership

    We treat families as essential members of the care team - sharing updates regularly, welcoming visits at any time, and collaborating on care decisions throughout the journey.

What's Included

All-Inclusive Dementia Care
    • 24/7 caregiver presence
    • Medication management
    • Personal hygiene & grooming assistance
    • Three meals + snacks daily
    • Cognitive & reminiscence activities
    • Sundowning management routines
    • Safe, secured home environment
    • Family communication & updates
    • Coordination with physicians & specialists
    • Hospice partnership when appropriate
    • Laundry and linen service
    • 30-day satisfaction guarantee

Dementia Care Pricing

All-inclusive monthly pricing - no hidden fees. Rates reflect location and level of care required.

Temecula
$4,500–$6,000
per month
Murrieta
$4,500–$6,000
per month
Lake Elsinore
$4,500–$6,000
per month
Rancho Mirage
$7,000–$7,500
per month
Cathedral City
$6,500+
per month
✅ 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee - All Locations

Pricing includes all care services. Call for a personalized quote based on your loved one's stage and needs.

Dementia Care Near You

Five CDSS-licensed residential homes across Southern California - each staffed, furnished, and ready to welcome your family.

🏠 Temecula

32056 Dayspring Way
Temecula, CA 92592

$4,500 – $6,000 / mo

CDSS License #331881572

Call to Schedule a Tour

🏠 Murrieta

34535 Running Canyon Drive
Murrieta, CA 92563

$4,500 – $6,000 / mo

CDSS License #331881583

Call to Schedule a Tour

🏠 Lake Elsinore

36785 Braken Way
Lake Elsinore, CA 92532

$4,500 – $6,000 / mo

CDSS License #331881590

Call to Schedule a Tour

🏠 Rancho Mirage

8 Vía Solana
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

$7,000 – $7,500 / mo

CDSS License #331881776

Call to Schedule a Tour

🏠 Cathedral City

69920 Matisse Road
Cathedral City, CA 92234

$6,500+ / mo

CDSS License #331881887

Call to Schedule a Tour

What Families Say About Our Dementia Care

★★★★★
The team at Angel's Haven Care in Rancho Mirage understood my father's vascular dementia in a way no one else had. They adapted his routine when he had difficult days, used music he loved to calm him, and kept us informed every step of the way. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
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Daniel Felix Family Member — Rancho Mirage
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What moved me most was watching the caregivers interact with my mother. They knew her stories. They called her by her preferred name. They knew she loved gospel music in the morning. That level of personal knowledge doesn't happen in a large facility - it only happens in a small home like this.
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Melissa Flores Family Member — Lake Elsinore
★★★★★
My husband has middle-stage dementia and the evening agitation was destroying our family. Since moving to Angel's Haven Care in Murrieta, the sundowning has dramatically reduced. The structure, the consistency, the familiar caregivers - it's made such a profound difference.
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Edgar Rivas Family Member — Murrieta

Dementia Care - Frequently Asked Questions

We support residents with Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia (FTD), mixed dementia, and mild cognitive impairment (MCI). We conduct a thorough pre-admission assessment to ensure we can meet your loved one's specific behavioral and physical care needs before confirming placement.
Our caregivers are trained in non-pharmacological behavioral management techniques. We use structured routines, environmental modifications, person-centered redirection, music therapy, and other evidence-based approaches before considering medication adjustments. We work closely with your loved one's physicians when medication review is warranted.
Yes - in most cases, residents can remain at Angel's Haven Care through the full progression of dementia, including late-stage care and end-of-life support in partnership with hospice agencies. We believe in continuity of care and avoiding disruptive moves. We will always be transparent if a resident's needs evolve beyond our capability.
Sundowning refers to increased confusion, agitation, and restlessness that many dementia patients experience in the late afternoon and evening. We address it through structured afternoon activity schedules, adjusted lighting, calm music, comfortable evening routines, and caregiver consistency. Because our homes are small and quiet, the environmental conditions that worsen sundowning are minimized by design.
Yes. We have an open-door policy. Family visits are always welcome and we actively encourage them - regular familiar visits are genuinely therapeutic for people with dementia. We ask that families communicate with caregivers about visit timing so we can help make them as positive as possible, but there are no restricted visiting hours.
A Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) - often called a board and care home - is a small licensed residential home that provides personal care services. When staffed and structured specifically for individuals with cognitive impairment, as Angel's Haven Care is, it functions as a residential memory care or dementia care home. The key advantages over large dedicated memory care facilities are the smaller size, better staffing ratios, more consistent caregivers, and a genuinely home-like environment.

Let's Find the Right Home for Your Loved One

Our team is ready to answer your questions about dementia care at any of our five Southern California homes. Call today for a honest, pressure-free conversation.