Silverado Senior Living in Encinitas, California is a specialized memory care community dedicated to enriching life for residents with dementia and memory impairment. Located minutes off the 5 freeway near Del Mar, Solana Beach, Cardiff, and Carlsbad, the community serves those navigating the various stages of memory loss.
The community offers unique and innovative programs and amenities designed specifically to meet the needs of residents with dementia. Staff members receive extensive training in memory care, with the organization having led the way in this specialty for over 20 years. The community emphasizes a culture where staff and residents enjoy each other's company, with activities and engagement opportunities always available. Silverado also offers a program called Nexus, which provides additional benefits for residents earlier in their disease process.
Dining is an important part of life at Silverado Encinitas, with the culinary team focusing on preparing appetizing meals that accommodate different dietary needs while promoting a "family table" concept where residents, families, and staff can gather together. The community provides a wide variety of meals and prioritizes the joyful dining experience for all who gather there.
The clinical team includes experienced professionals dedicated to comprehensive care. The Medical Director is a board-certified internist with specialization in geriatric medicine and experience across acute hospitalization, skilled nursing, home care, and end-of-life care. The nursing leadership brings extensive emergency and acute care backgrounds, while the social work team provides education, support, and placement assistance to families navigating dementia care.
Family support is central to the community's approach, with a Director of Resident & Family Services dedicated to supporting and educating families as they navigate the stages of dementia. The community recognizes the emotional weight of the caregiving journey and positions itself as a professional team that can provide comprehensive care while allowing family members to return to their roles as daughter, son, spouse, or family friend.