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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Vista
1616 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
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86 reviews
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86 reviews
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The memory care staff [name removed] is great with making sure everything's taken care of and will actually come in on our day off if needed
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.
Welcome to Pacifica Senior Living Vista, located in Vista, California, offering multilevel retirement that provides independent living, assisted living, Alzheimer's and dementia care, and health and rehabilitation all on one convenient campus.Pacifica Senior Living Vista is a multilevel...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Bonita
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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125 reviews
8.7
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125 reviews
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It's a beautiful facility for someone looking for a smaller confined facility. It worked for my sister while she healed and got stronger. It did not provide enough activities or stimulation for her long term...
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.
About Sunrise at BonitaCommunity & Location Highlights:Convenient location in central Chula Vista, CANear regional shopping centers and Scripps Mercy HospitalSurrounded by scenic gardens and lush treesSunrise at Bonita in Chula Vista, California, is a senior assisted living community focused...
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Photo of The Palms at La Quinta
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8.6
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18 reviews
8.6
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18 reviews
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I was introduced to the Palms at LaQuinta while assisting a neighbor to find a place where she would be comfortable for potentially the rest of her life. It's the best thing that has ever happened to her....
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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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Escondido
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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166 reviews
8.5
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166 reviews
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My relative isn't thrilled with the food and dining room service at this time. Staff is awesome...everything from reception to health coordinator, housekeeping, etc. Plus I notice they are able to handle...
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create...
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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Oceanside
1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.5
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133 reviews
8.5
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133 reviews
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The facility was very nice with lots of things to do. The staff was friendly and caring. I would highly recommend Oceanside senior living. My father loved the food and the activities.
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.
Welcome to Pacifica Senior Living Oceanside, a full service senior living community half an hour north of San Diego, close to the historic Oceanside Pier. Our seaside luxury senior living retirement community in the midst of an unparalleled climate & rich in comfort, convenience, services...
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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13 reviews
8.5
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I would highly recommend it. Mom's dementia caused challenges for the staff, mom wasn't very cooperative her time there, but they communicated well with the hospice staff and with family. She did develop...
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.
Photo of Renaissance Village Murrieta
1515 Photos available
8.5
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17 reviews
8.5
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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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Photo of Sunrise of La Costa
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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95 reviews
8.5
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The main reason we chose Sunrise of La Costa was because of the pricing and the low turnover of the staff there. The nursing staff have been great to work with.
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.
About Sunrise at La Costa Community & Location Highlights: Convenient location in Carlsbad, CA Adjacent to shopping, dining, theaters, and more Near La Costa Urgent Care and Scripps Coastal Medical Center Beautifully manicured grounds, walking paths, and outdoor seating areas Sunrise at...
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8.5
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25 reviews
8.5
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Good place to live for me. Wonderful staff and many activities. Food is generally ok. I have no significant complaints, except food service is very slow. Also a bit lax meeting my food allergy concerns.
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.
Fairwinds — Ivey Ranch offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of elegant retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Fairwinds — Ivey Ranch...
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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.4
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103 reviews
8.4
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103 reviews
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We find the staff to be pleasant and helpful when asked and that it is not a huge facility. The location is convenient for our family and the apartment is comfortable for my mother. The lack of outdoor...
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas is located in Encinitas, CA offering assisted living and independent living services to seniors and their families. Welcome to Encinitas, California, a moderately-sized town located just 25 miles north of San Diego and 95 miles south of Los Angeles. At Pacifica...
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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Bonita
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.4
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111 reviews
8.4
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111 reviews
5 star
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What we like the most about Pacifica Senior Living is the personal care to all and we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Bonita is a beautiful, three-story Mediterranean-style building nestled in the center of Bonita's quiet country setting bordered by horse trails and golf courses, while still providing easy freeway access to an array of shopping centers, churches, banks, restaurants and...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Otay Ranch
1616 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.4
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35 reviews
8.4
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35 reviews
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The facility does not have a diabetes management component, which I did not realize until we had already decided to use them. The staff are extremely helpful and always very pleasant. They work hard to greet...
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.
Ivy Park is the newest, luxury community in the Otay Ranch area of Chula Vista. We opened in 2018 and are under new management as of May 1, 2021, and our company has decades of senior living expertise and experience, managing over 35 senior living communities throughout California and Nevada. ...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Sabre Springs
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.3
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47 reviews
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47 reviews
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A few things that stood out - the helpful staff. It is generally easy to get questions answered. Caring staff. I would recommend Ivy Park to others.
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.
Sunrise of Sabre Springs is an assisted living and memory care community. Residents can live in Assisted Living without care and age in place, adding in care as needed. Every resident receives a customized care plan that addresses their individual needs by a designated care manager who get to...
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Photo of Arcadia Place
8585 Photos available
1919 Floor plans available
8.2
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114 reviews
8.2
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114 reviews
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[name removed] and [name removed] were wonderful to meet and work with. They were very helpful and compassionate. I would recommend this facility to other families looking.
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.
Make the move to our beautiful Atria Retirement Community and discover how fulfilling life can be!Picture your days filled with things you want to do - spending more time with family, pursuing new interests, connecting with friends, exploring your creative side. Arcadia Place in Vista, CA, offers...
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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Poway
1313 Photos available
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This is our family’s first experience with an assisted living facility and Pacifica Gateway is proving to be a great fit for our loved one. The studio is cozy and well maintained by housekeeping. The staff...
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Poway is located in Poway, CA. Poway is a part of San Diego County, and this independent living community provides seniors with a great location to call home. Poway offers much to do and see, so that residents and their guests always have entertainment options. Those who...
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Photo of Redwood Terrace, a CCRC
1111 Photos available
8.0
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They would all be 5. We are very please with the care mom is getting. She's clean. Gets meals in dining hall or room which ever she prefers. Staff is always friendly and communicates if they feel there 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.
Redwood Terrace is a proud member of Human Good, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to providing quality living options and support services to Seniors.
Photo of Segovia at Palm Desert
55 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
8.0
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A dear friend of mine lives at Segovia and is very pleased. The staff is incredible, the food delicious and the service from the nursing staff has been great! They are attentive and caring. Segovia is...
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.
Segovia is an active independent retirement community that provides a wide variety of outside activities. Events include outside the community fine dining, excursions, as well as outside experiences including Art museums, visits to local Art galleries. Segovia is located close to the McCallum...
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Photo of Stonewall Gardens Assisted Living for LGBT Seniors and Friends
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22 Floor plans available
8.0
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Friendliness. Very LGBTQ friendly. Excellent staff. Budget on food seems to be a problem. The man in charge is especially great.
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.
Stonewall Gardens Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Palm Springs and was created especially for LGBT seniors and friends. Our passion is to create an environment where your well-being is at the center of everything we do. Stonewall Gardens offers a wide range of services...
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Photo of Cloisters of the Valley
55 Photos available
8.0
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My mother-in-law has been a resident at the Cloisters for almost 6 years, she is 100 years old, walks with a walker, has severe memory deficits and needs assistance with all of her daily activities. 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.
Cloisters of the Valley offers complete residential senior care in a private, caring environment. If you are looking into an assisted living facility for your loved one, you will want to make sure you are getting the best medical care in the most home-like environment possible. Please stop by to...
Photo of Westmont of La Mesa
2121 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
7.9
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A few months ago I asked a friend when she decided the time was right to enter into Senior Living. Her response gave me food for thought. She said whatever you do have a plan. If tomorrow you can not care...
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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Photo of Vi at La Jolla Village, a CCRC
2020 Photos available
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7.9
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Everyone here has an over all knowledge of everything about this place. Whoever you go to will either help you or direct you to the right place. When you move in, they treat you like family and take care of...
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.
Vi at La Jolla Village is a Life Plan Community, also known as Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), located in San Diego, California, within the ‘Golden Triangle’. Our location offers spectacular views with access to high-end shopping, dining, parks, and walking trails. Our retirement...
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Photo of La Vida Real
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The location was ideal since it's midway between me and my family. It the only facility we found to offer an independent living option, as well as assisted living and memory care
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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Photo of Belmont Village Cardiff
1717 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
7.8
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35 reviews
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Staff is very conscious of the residents and are willing to do anything to make them comfortable. You need only to make them aware of your needs.
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.
The beautifully appointed senior living community of Belmont Village Cardiff by the Sea, California provides an exceptional level of service and support for independent living, assisted living, and Alzheimer's residents. Nestled in the hillside along Manchester Avenue with views of the San Elijo...
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Photo of Felicita Vida Senior Living
2020 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.6
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39 reviews
7.6
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The staff at this facility was very nice and accommodating, made it very easy to transfer my family member in. The facility is very nice and clean and many activities to join in. The rooms are bright 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.
Felicita Vida is an assisted living community providing memory care nestled in mountainous Escondido, San Diego County, California. This city is the heart of San Diego North and is the perfect location for those who want an outdoor oasis. Lakes, parks, horse ranches, and nature preserves has made...
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1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
7.5
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My sister in law moved over to the [name removed] because she wanted a pool, and larger gym. Also the food menu was more pleasing to her
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.
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Cost of independent living in Ranchita, CA

The average cost of senior living in Ranchita is $4,259 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $2,944 per month.

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

Ranchita, CA
$4,259/mo
$4,985/mo

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

Ranchita, CA
$4,259/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$5,272/mo
Independent Living
$4,259/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,551/mo
Studio
$4,968/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,505/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,585/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,657/mo

Senior living costs in Ranchita 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: Ranchita, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRanchita, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,259/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,057/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,272/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ranchita, CA:$4,259/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Ranchita, CA:$4,057/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Ranchita, CA:$5,272/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Ranchita, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ranchita 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
Ranchita, CA$3,403/mo$3,370/mo+1.0%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Ranchita, CA
2024 average cost:$3,403/mo
2023 average cost:$3,370/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
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 Ranchita

Recent reviews for independent living in Ranchita

Bayshire Carlsbad

5.0
they are very interactive with the residence, responsive, and also very friendly and kind The rooms sizes feel a little small, My dad is happy with the food and it looks good. I would recommend this facility to others.

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.

Ranchita independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ranchita independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ranchita, 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 Ranchita 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 Ranchita partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ranchita, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
45.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Ranchita 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 Ranchita communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ranchita, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ranchita 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 Ranchita offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ranchita, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
41.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.6%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Regency Fallbrook, Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook and Cypress Court are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ranchita, California. See full list of communities.
There are 200 independent living facilities near Ranchita, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ranchita, California are Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook, Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon and Westmont of Encinitas. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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