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7 Best Independent Living Communities in Alpine Heights, CA

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44 Floor plans available
9.8
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9.8
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99 reviews
5 star
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I have lived at Solstice for 12 years. I love my apartment and all of the friends I have made. I stay very active with activities and my family doesn't need to worry about me. It is my home and Iove it!
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon is a warm, welcoming, vibrant, engaging independent Senior Living Community in the heart of the city. Enjoy adventure, entertainment and the beautiful outdoors. Family and friends find comfort with our on-site personal care professionals. We are close to...
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Lo Har Senior Living has been good so far with their services and staff. My mother has been engaging in a couple of the activities that they offer. The community and her room seem to be getting good...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are licensed as an Assisted Living facility for seniors with Alzheimer's or a related dementia. We are Private pay only.
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It is great but it is expensive! What I like, and I believe my Mom likes too, is the events they plan, particularly the exercise classes. She has definitely found community within the area of exercise. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At La Vida Real, we surround our residents with an engaging blend of comfort, style, fine dining, endless social opportunities, and an impressive array of recreational and wellness programs. Here, you’ll discover a service-enriched retirement lifestyle specially designed to meet your unique needs...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My father in law has been well cared for. The staff, including the nuns seem very friendly. His room is more than adequate size and is completely furnished.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Alpine Heights, CA

The average cost of senior living in Alpine Heights is $4,224 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $2,940 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alpine Heights, CA vs. nearby cities

Alpine Heights, CA
$4,224/mo
$4,582/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alpine Heights, CA vs. the state and national average

Alpine Heights, CA
$4,224/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alpine Heights vs. other types of senior living

$5,421/mo
Independent Living
$4,224/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Alpine Heights, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,600/mo
Studio
$5,699/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,018/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,440/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Alpine Heights over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Alpine Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Alpine Heights

Novellus Clairemont in San Diego, CA

4.0
My loved one has recently made the move into this community and so far I have no complaints of how things had been going for him. He has had a few health problems but other than that the experience has been pleasant for him. The staff have done a great job at staying organized in his care plan ...
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Paradise Village in National City, CA

4.8
The staff at Paradise Village are very responsive and helpful when needed. I would highly recommend this facility to others looking.

Ivy Park at Sabre Springs in San Diego, CA

4.4
It was great until they raised the cost [removed] %. Staff is very friendly, my Mother likes them and feels comfortable with them. The facility is well kept and very clean. I have no complaints about the staff or the facility.

Alpine Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alpine Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alpine Heights, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alpine Heights independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alpine Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Alpine Heights independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alpine Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alpine Heights, CANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alpine Heights independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Alpine Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
44.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Paradise Village, Monte Vista Village and Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alpine Heights, California. See full list of communities.

There are 7 independent living facilities near Alpine Heights, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Alpine Heights, California are Monte Vista Village, Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon and Pacifica Senior Living Bonita. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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