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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Barona, CA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 32 independent living facilities in Barona, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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You may also consider nearby communities such as San Diego, Escondido and San Marcos.

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zipAveragecost: $4,488

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5 star
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4 star
11%
3 star
45%
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11%
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Two relatives have lived there for a length of time (at different times). They were both happy there. One played the piano for residents. The main building is an older home, kept up well. Residents can feel...
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.
Our speciality is providing quality care at resonable rates. Villa La Mesa offers modest, homelike accommodations nestled in a very quiet residential area of 'Old' La Mesa. With a total licensed capacity of twenty-nine (29) residents, Villa La Mesa is small enough to offers a warm, homelike...
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Cost of independent living in Barona, CA

The average cost of senior living in Barona is $4,488 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $2,944 per month.

Independent living costs in Barona, CA, vs. nearby cities

Barona, CA
$4,488/mo
$4,510/mo
$4,593/mo

Independent living costs in Barona, CA, vs. state and national averages

Barona, CA
$4,488/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Barona, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,747/mo
Independent Living
$4,488/mo

Independent living costs in Barona, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,651/mo
Studio
$5,371/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,226/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,570/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,748/mo

Senior living costs in Barona vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Barona, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarona, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,488/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,521/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,747/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Barona, CA:$4,488/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Barona, CA:$4,521/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Barona, CA:$5,747/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Barona, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Barona and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Barona, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Barona have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Barona, CA$3,800/mo$3,509/mo+8.3%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Barona, CA
2024 average cost:$3,800/mo
2023 average cost:$3,509/mo
Percent change:+8.3%
California
2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Barona

Recent reviews for independent living in Barona

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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Crest View Manor, Inc. in Escondido, CA

5.0
My mom really liked Crest View Manor. It has a great staff and is very clean. I would definitely recommend Crest View Manor to anyone. They were great. Unfortunately my mom was there during Covid, so there wasn't too much activities taking place. But it was a great facility.

Meridian at Lake San Marcos

5.0
The Meridian is by far the best senior living community I have ever seen. I have moved my dad to two senior living communities and this one by far takes it. Ever since the pandemic, my dad has declined due to staying indoors all the time. The Meridian has brought out a side of my dad I haven't ...
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Barona independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barona independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barona, 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 Barona 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 Barona partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barona, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Barona 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 Barona communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barona, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
38.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barona 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 Barona offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barona, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
42.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon, Pacifica Senior Living Rancho Penasquitos and The Montera are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barona, California. See full list of communities.
There are 32 independent living facilities near Barona, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Barona, California are Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon, Westmont of Encinitas and Westmont of Escondido. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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