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Photo of Atria San JuanCommunity card badge
1212 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.8
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110 reviews
9.8
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110 reviews
5 star
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4 star
15%
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The only reason it's not a 5 is communication. The staff is incredibly friendly and kind They all treat my family like their family. The facility has great amenities, their dining is top notch. Chef 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.
Overlooking the San Juan Hills Golf Course, convenient to shopping, banks and excellent medical centers, Atria San Juan offers one of the most respected senior living communities in San Juan Capistrano. Whether dining alfresco on our patio, staying active in our customized fitness center, or...
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Photo of Sea Bluffs
99 Photos available
9.3
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16 reviews
9.3
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16 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
19%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
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6%
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My mom has been a resident here for several years. The residences, staff and food are top notch. They really care about the residents here and it shows. I wouldn’t hesitate highly recommend you check this...
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.
Located in Orange County, just minutes from the Pacific Ocean, The Fountains at Sea Bluffs offers extraordinary retirement living in a spectacular setting.  Nearby Dana Point Harbor offers an exciting variety of possibilities - from whale watching to fishing in the harbor to catching a...
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Photo of Capistrano Senior Living
1515 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.2
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51 reviews
9.2
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51 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
35%
3 star
16%
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0%
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I'd say just to schedule a tour of the facility and meet members of the staff in person to get a good feel for the place. The facility was well maintained, and the staff displayed a nice combination of...
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.
Do more of what you love every day.Our community in San Juan Capistrano, California, is a continuing care retirement community or CCRC, which means you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus.Along with our...
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Photo of Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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25 reviews
9.1
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25 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
28%
3 star
12%
2 star
0%
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4%
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I was the family that dropped off my uncle and just from the brief time I was there I felt that it was very pretty and welcoming upon arrival. The staff were very kind and the location was perfect for his...
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.
Del Obispo Terrace is a hidden gem in the heart of San Juan Capistrano known for its family-like and rural atmosphere. Because we are a relatively small community, we get to know our residents well, and they become part of our family. We take pride in the care and services we provide to our...
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2222 Photos available
8.7
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20 reviews
8.7
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20 reviews
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3 star
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A place for mom helped me find San Clemente Villas and it has been everything I hoped for! My mom is so happy and the staff are caring and helpful! If it weren’t for the referral, I don’t know if I would...
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.
A warm, safe, new retirement community built with you in mind. Conveniently located in the beach town of San Clemente, enjoy the sunsets, Beach and Harbor. Giving you peace of mind, and laughter in your heart. Within walking distance to a public golf course, 2 major grocery stores, movie theatre...
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Vintage Shores independent community does not offer a meal option. The staff are great. The maintenance staff are excellent and timely. The property manager is very good. They offer daily activities for...
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.
Vintage Shores is a 62+ community situated in San Clemente, Orange County, CA. San Clemente is located on the California Coast between San Diego and Los Angeles, providing its residents with a unique opportunity to enjoy all that the area has to offer. Known for its breathtaking views and its...
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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.
Step into a flower-filled painting by Monet and you've arrived at Aegis of Dana Point. Our serene assisted living community is close to spectacular ocean bluffs and near picturesque Dana Point Harbor, San Juan Capistrano and the pier at San Clemente. Shopping and medical care are close at hand...
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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Cost of independent living in San Onofre, CA

The average cost of senior living in San Onofre is $5,094 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Murrieta, CA with an average of $3,306 per month.

Independent living costs in San Onofre, CA, vs. nearby cities

San Onofre, CA
$5,125/mo

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

San Onofre, CA
$5,125/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in San Onofre, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,100/mo
Independent Living
$5,125/mo

Independent living costs in San Onofre, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,900/mo
Studio
$3,860/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,073/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,132/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,295/mo

Senior living costs in San Onofre 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: San Onofre, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Onofre, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,125/mo$4,509/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$4,324/mo$4,371/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$6,100/mo$5,275/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
San Onofre, CA:$5,125/mo
California:$4,509/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
San Onofre, CA:$4,324/mo
California:$4,371/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
San Onofre, CA:$6,100/mo
California:$5,275/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in San Onofre

Recent reviews for independent living in San Onofre

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.

Santianna in Carlsbad, CA

4.4
Overall, my parents are loving living in Santianna. The staff is fantastic. Everyone in the community appears to be friendly and nice. The food has been an ongoing issue. While everything else about living at Santianna has been positive, the meals have been an ongoing negative. While there ...
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Atria San Juan in San Juan Capistrano, CA

5.0
My Dad moved into Atria San Juan. The past year he has declined dramatically. Basically not doing anything at home. We moved him into a Studio. His life is back. He is out everyday. Sitting outside watching the golfers next door. Always sitting with other residents. Eating good meals. He lives ...
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San Onofre independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Onofre independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Onofre, 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 San Onofre 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 San Onofre partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Onofre, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in San Onofre 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 San Onofre communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Onofre, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Onofre 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 San Onofre offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
San Onofre, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.9%
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