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Borrego Independent Living Facilities | 2037 Reviews
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Heritage Park Escondido Apartment Community, for independent seniors aged 55 or better, offers pet-friendly apartments north of San Diego, near great recreation, shopping and dining. Our apartment homes feature vaulted ceilings, bright kitchen windows, ample closet space and private patios and...
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I have lived here since 2012 and, having compared it with other subsidized senior apartments in the valley, am more than satisfied. The things that matter most to me are quiet, security, respect for my...
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.
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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This is a very nice community. I highly recommend it for the great staff and the excellent meals that they give my mom. They offer a variety of activities to choose from. They show that they care about the...
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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.
Hallmark Assisted Living of Palm SpringsHallmark Assisted Living of Palm Springs is the kind of assisted living communities that allows its residents to enjoy the kind of freedom that they deserve. Located in the beautiful desert resort city of Palm Springs, CA, this community is just a mile from...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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After I retired, my daughter felt it was important for her to live nearby in case my wife and I might need some assistance. That was nice of her, but I was disappointed to find out later that she had turned...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our community is specifically designed for the active lifestyle of individuals 55 or better. You can choose from a variety of activities such as bingo, swimming in our sparkling pools, work out in the fitness center, or dine at a nearby restaurant. We are pet friendly and accept dogs with...
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
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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: 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.
We invite you to come in and make your home here at Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Community. Coastal Living is a brand new 55+ community beautifully located adjacent to San Marcos Creek. Be the first to experience the light, airy, and open apartments and the many amenities newly completed and...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Royal OaksThe difference between Ordinary and Extrordinary!A premier property nestled in San Marcos and known for its great views, fun residents and social activities.We offer one and two bed/two bath apart. homes. East or west the views are the best! Meet with friends in the Bistro...
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.
Cost of independent living in Borrego, CA
The average cost of senior living in Borrego is $4,472 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westmorland, CA with an average of $1,442 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Borrego, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Borrego, CA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Borrego
Recent reviews for independent living in Borrego
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.
The Palms at La Quinta
3.7
The facility is clean. They have an ambassador program for new residents. However, my ambassador has yet to show up. Their Handbook is sparse and does not give a new person needed information. Only about half of the residents are interactive with new residents. The weekly menus could use more ...
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Pacifica Senior Living Escondido
3.9
The office staff was great. The rooms are very nice. My dad had a room overlooking the inside courtyard we enjoyed the birds. Getting meds arranged was a bit challenging because they were moving to a new system but the staff was on top of it the whole time.
Borrego independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Borrego independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Borrego, 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 Borrego 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 Borrego 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
30.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Borrego 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 Borrego communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Borrego, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
50.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Borrego 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 Borrego offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
63.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
47.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon, Atria Palm Desert and Cypress Court are the top-rated independent living facilities near Borrego, California. See full list of communities.
There are 83 independent living facilities near Borrego, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Borrego, California are Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon, Atria Hacienda and Westmont of Escondido. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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