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My experience has been stellar! The residents are friendly and helpful. The staff from the front desk and all throughout this beautiful building are amazing! I am so grateful and happy to have the...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Proud to be an approved Residential Care Facility participating in the Assisted Living Waiver Program, offering assistance to Medi-Cal beneficiaries.Our community is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our leasing office is open 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., 7 days a week. (After-hours appointments are...
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My mom has lived here for two years and we like it a lot , evey time I contact the front desk they are very helpful. The dining room is always a good experience. The staff here at Menifee senior living is...
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.
Located on nine-acre grounds with beautiful valley views in the master-planned residential community of Sun City, CA, Pacifica Menifee is an assisted living community backed by the quality standards of Pacifica Senior Living.At Pacifica Menifee, it’s easier for older people to continue the way of...
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Transitioning my grandfather to assisted living was smooth thanks to [name removed]! She fully disclosed the process and helped with the forms needed to give to grandpa's doctor!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Sunny Rose Glen is proud to be an approved Residential Care Facility participating in the Assisted Living Waiver Program, offering assistance to Medi-Cal beneficiaries. Our guiding principle revolves around the notion that every resident is a unique individual, deserving of care that respects...
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Their willingness/patience to work with my mother during a med change that caused her problems at first is what has made this such a positive experience.
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.
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1616 Floor plans available
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What I like the most about the community is the blackjack, food and a different movie in the theater every night. They have Blackjack is 3 times a week and only $1.00 to play.
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.
WellQuest of Menifee Lakes, Menifee’s premier luxury senior living destination opened in July of 2021. WellQuest offers refined Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in a spectacular resort-inspired environment. WellQuest of Menifee Lakes features upgraded apartment homes with...
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I will say the speed at which Brookdale got my mil in was lightening fast. In less than 24 hrs after asking for the nurse assessment, she was moving in. We had been in touch for months and when we finally...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Endless PossibilitiesWhen you decide to make your home at our assisted living community in Murrieta, California, you are embarking on a new adventure full of endless possibilities. You can enjoy a beautiful private apartment, spacious common rooms and a community calendar that is practically...
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That place is the best!! THANKS for guiding me to there. 5+ for all 8 categories! I've been very impressed with everything especially the staff. Connie is really happy there and we can't say enough good...
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.
As an assisted living community for people age 55 and older, Sun City has a vast amount to offer those living at Sun City Gardens. Attractions include two public golf course that are available for year-round use, recreation centers featuring swimming pools and tennis courts, small retail outlets,...
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Food - my Mom would like a little more variety, but the taste is great. We are extremely pleased with the decision to move Mom to Renaissance Village. I highly recommend it. The facility is laid out very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Renaissance Village Lifestyle and Mission is to create great days for our Residents. We just opened out doors January 31st of 2017. This is a beautiful community offering many common areas for families to enjoy.We are located on Jackson Drive just off Cal Oaks. We are directly across from...
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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.
Amanda Park Sr. Apartments, located in Murrieta, CA offers affordable housing for adults age 55+. Each floor plan and community feature is designed with comfort, convenience, and independence in mind. Amanda Park offers a choice of one or two bedroom floor plans. Apartments have many features...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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My brother is doing very well at this community and adjusted well to it. The community looks great and everything looks nice and clean. They have a great staff at this community. They are very helpful and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Pico de Loro is conveniently located just off the 215 Freeway with a very secure perimeter. The large rooms are all very elegantly decorated and include private bathrooms. On the outside, the landscape is well maintained and the courtyard, with exotic birds, is enjoyed by all residents. We have...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The distinctive one, two, and two bedrooms plus den luxury apartment homes of Grand Isle are designed for both beauty and comfort. You can see that in the vaulted ceilings, oversize master suites with large walk-in closets, gourmet kitchens and private patios or balconies. And you can see it in...
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Provides: Assisted 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.

Cost of independent living in Canyon Lake, CA

The average cost of senior living in Canyon Lake is $3,054 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Moreno Valley, CA with an average of $2,849 per month.

Independent living costs in Canyon Lake, CA, vs. nearby cities

Canyon Lake, CA
$3,054/mo

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

Canyon Lake, CA
$3,054/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Canyon Lake, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,169/mo
Independent Living
$3,054/mo

Independent living costs in Canyon Lake, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,199/mo
Studio
$3,447/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,235/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,224/mo

Senior living costs in Canyon Lake 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: Canyon Lake, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCanyon Lake, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,054/mo$4,504/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$3,584/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,169/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Canyon Lake, CA:$3,054/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Canyon Lake, CA:$3,584/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Canyon Lake, CA:$4,169/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Canyon Lake, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Canyon Lake 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 Canyon Lake, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Canyon Lake 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
Canyon Lake, CA$2,429/mo$2,518/mo-3.6%
California$3,670/mo$3,559/mo+3.1%
National$3,219/mo$3,145/mo+2.3%
Canyon Lake, CA
2024 average cost:$2,429/mo
2023 average cost:$2,518/mo
Percent change:-3.6%
California
2024 average cost:$3,670/mo
2023 average cost:$3,559/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,219/mo
2023 average cost:$3,145/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
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What families are saying about independent living in Canyon Lake

Recent reviews for independent living in Canyon Lake

River Run Senior Apartments in Corona, CA

4.5
I like living at this community. The staff have been excellent and helpful. The community is clean and well maintained. They send out a monthly flyer showing what activities are offered. My apartment is roomy. This community is affordable and I would recommend taking a look at it.

Renaissance Village Murrieta

4.8
The staff is excellent. They are friendly and my mother feels like they treat her special. I would recommend this facility to others.

Estancia del Sol in Corona, CA

5.0
I'm very satisfied with all the services that the community offers.

Canyon Lake independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Canyon Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Canyon Lake, 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 Canyon Lake 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 Canyon Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Canyon Lake, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
46.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Canyon Lake 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 Canyon Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Canyon Lake, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
53.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Canyon Lake 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 Canyon Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Canyon Lake, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.7%
47%
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