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The cost of independent living in Borrego is about $4,526 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 81 options. Read 2286 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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2424 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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55 reviews
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Cypress Court is very homely. The cleanliness of the place is great. Dinning experiences I have had are great. The staff is great. rooms are fine, size wise they are good. Really no issues at all. I would...
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.
Cypress Court embraces the wonderful climate North County San Diego has to offer. Nestled in Escondido, California, we are centrally located near shopping, entertainment, theaters, and all the conveniences of a thriving town. As you walk through our doors, you will feel an immediate sense of...
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1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.7
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123 reviews
9.7
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123 reviews
5 star
67%
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I have lived here for 5 years. I love my apartment and the other residents. I participate in activities and enjoy my life here.
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.
Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon is a warm, welcoming, vibrant, engaging independent Senior Living Community in the heart of the city. Enjoy adventure, entertainment and the beautiful outdoors. Family and friends find comfort with our on-site personal care professionals. We are close to...
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1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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83 reviews
9.7
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83 reviews
5 star
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The staff seems very socially attentive, the place is clean, residence made a nice attempt to welcome my uncle. My uncle did not adjust well. He was very lonely and his health declined very quickly. I'm not...
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.
Atria Palm Desert is a stylish pet-friendly independent and assisted living community just minutes from the exclusive boutiques, restaurants and galleries of El Paseo Drive. Featuring stunning mountain views, a heated pool, delicious meals served restaurant-style daily, and an exquisite barbecue...
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2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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69 reviews
9.7
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69 reviews
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The staff members are terrific, the accommodations are lovely & you can generally find something decent to eat. The desserts need help. The cakes & brownies are too dry & bland. They should offer more fruit.
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.
Do more of what you love.With assisted living and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to meet your specific needs. We can help you with the little things—like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing and getting dressed, too.  So go do the things you love to do, and let...
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1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.6
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68 reviews
9.6
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68 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is the staff are friendly, it is easy to text or call and check in on loved one, and it gives peace of mind that she is well taken care of. Of course we 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.
Westmont Town Court is centrally located in Escondido, within walking distance from the Historic Grand Avenue Downtown District where residents can enjoy unique shops, fine eateries and medical services as well as cultural performances and fine art at the nearby California Center for the Arts....
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9.5
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27 reviews
9.5
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27 reviews
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They were the best place ever! I wish I had moved her closer a long time ago as I might have been referred to Hacienda sooner. My mom actually passed away on [date removed] in her bed at Hacienda. I can't...
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.
Hacienda Senior Living is located in a valley nestled between Southern California's San Jacinto Mountains and the City of Hemet, California, is the ideal lifestyle solution for senior residents with individual and unique needs. Our Passion is to create an environment where your well-being is at...
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88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.4
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113 reviews
9.4
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I have lived here for a year and it has been an amazing experience. I have come to love and care for the staff. The staff here are very helpful and friendly. I love the activities they provide here and the...
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.
Set in the beautiful Coachella Valley near golf courses and Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa, Rancho Mirage Terrace – an Atria Senior Living community – helps older people enjoy a simplified lifestyle.This welcoming residence offers a selection of studio and one-bedroom apartments, most with a...
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88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
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173 reviews
9.4
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173 reviews
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I was recently in Palm Springs and visited my family friend. That is a resident in assisted living. I was expecting something quite different, but was pleasantly surprised at how well he was doing. I think...
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.
Cottages at Palm Springs offers assisted living and memory care in a lovely residential neighborhood just a few blocks away from downtown Palm Springs. We are across the street from Sunrise Park and the Palm Springs Library. Our community is set on 4.5 beautiful acres with beautiful views of the...
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4747 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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107 reviews
9.4
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107 reviews
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Rancho Peñasquitos Senior living was absolutely wonderful for my husband. He only spent five days there, but we did not know it would be so brief when he moved in. Everyone was absolutely wonderful very kind...
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.
Set among the canyons and nature preserves of northern San Diego County, with a central location off Interstate 15, Rancho Peñasquitos Senior Living is a vibrant senior living community designed to help older adults find greater well-being.This independent and assisted living community offers...
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3333 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.3
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121 reviews
9.3
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121 reviews
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Atria Vintage Hills is bright, beautiful and welcoming. Every time we visit I see activities going on, folks strolling the grounds, laughing and talking. We have joined my resident relative for lunch and...
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 lush Temecula Valley wine country of Southern California, Atria Park of Vintage Hills provides amenity-rich, resort-style living for older adults. Located near the Old Town district, with easy access to shopping, dining, medical centers and places of worship, Atria offers a full...
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Photo of Oakmont of Escondido Hills
1414 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.2
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61 reviews
9.2
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61 reviews
5 star
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First, it is beautiful with a beautiful courtyard in the middle of the complex, 2nd it has such a sweet and friendly staff, 3rd they have different activities every day and last they have lots of family...
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.
Oakmont of Escondido Hills is a lovely retirement community set on a lush campus with beautiful views, industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. We are also within walking distance of shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. In our retirement...
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Photo of The Palms at LaQuinta
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9.2
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31 reviews
9.2
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The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The staff are excellent and really pay attention to each resident's needs. The physician is wonderful as well.
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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Photo of Revel Palm Desert
1919 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.2
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43 reviews
9.2
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43 reviews
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I would say 5 for all of these. I feel like I am on a stationary cruise. Everyone, staff and residents are welcoming. Wouldn't mind a little more space, But this is my first time at downsizing. Hard to do.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
DON'T RETIRE, REVELAt Revel, you're more than just a resident; you're a member of a thriving independent living community that feels more like a retreat than retirement. Your resident membership includes everything you need to live life on your own terms in this empowering community, including...
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Photo of Atria Hacienda
1414 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.1
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136 reviews
9.1
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136 reviews
5 star
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I have lived at Atria Hacienda Palm Desert for over 2 years. I was very reluctant to move from my single family home to an assisted living facility and i must say it took me several weeks to get used to...
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.
Residents at Atria Hacienda assisted living community enjoy the Bistro Grill for casual dining, a dedicated theater with cinema-style seating, a custom-designed fitness center, a luxurious spa, and an enhanced Life Guidance memory care neighborhood for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia. Our...
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1818 Photos available
9.0
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23 reviews
9.0
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23 reviews
5 star
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[name removed] was great at helping us and answering all of our questions. The facility is all top notch providing a real sense of community. The apartment size is perfect for my mom and the cost is very...
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.
Nestled in the exclusive community of Rancho Bernardo, The Remington Club is a vibrant, independent, and assisted living community surrounded by serene gardens, breathtaking mountain views, and centrally located near shopping and restaurants. Our newly refreshed common spaces provide...
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9.0
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23 reviews
9.0
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5 star
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5 to all. Kind, friendly people and water aerobics I can do six days a week. I love my apartment. I have a spacious studio with a good sized balcony and a beautiful view. Yes, I would recommend this...
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 Holiday The Springs of Escondido
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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81 reviews
9.0
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81 reviews
5 star
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My husband loves it there...the food is amazing and comes out hot with a variety of choices on the menu. Most importantly he is thriving.
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.
Soak up the sun at The Springs of Escondido,a Holiday Retirement vibrant senior living community perfectly situated just 40 minutes from downtown San Diego with easy access to all north county beaches. You will be within 5 minutes of Palomar Medical Center and a variety of shopping and dining...
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9.0
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9.0
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I would say 5 for everything except for food 4 for food. However, yes we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Welcome to Yorkshire HouseAt Yorkshire, we will help you find the best living plan designed for you or your loved one. Whether they need Memory care, Assisted Living, Board and Care, Hospice Care and even Respite Care, we’re committed to providing the highest quality of life.Our MissionAt...
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2323 Photos available
8.9
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154 reviews
8.9
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154 reviews
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Love the place, it's clean, staff is friendly. However, the food needs some help and the place tends to have a smell sometime stronger than others but it's noticeable!!
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.
Las Villas Del Norte is excited to announce the opening of The Generations Transition Program. Generations memory care offers an industry recognized program that focuses on residents individual needs. The Transitions Program will offer our beginning stage memory impairment residents an active,...
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8.9
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8.9
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19 reviews
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5 for all. What we like the most about the community is the overall appearance and staff. Yes, we would recommend The Carlotta community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
"The Carlotta is a premier senior living community offering world class living at its finest, with transcendent views of the desert valley. The location boasts tranquil rose and cactus gardens, lush landscaping and is only a short distance to the areas most popular attractions. At The Carlotta...
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8.9
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42 reviews
8.9
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42 reviews
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All 5. My Mom has been very happy at Lantern Crest. My Mom has gotten involved in several activities that she enjoys. Everyone is friendly and they really like the food.
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.
Live A Retirement As Dynamic and Engaging As You Are!How do you envision spending your golden years? Whether you prefer to unwind, connect with others, explore new hobbies, or stay active, we offer the amenities you need to build the retirement of your dreams.And with additional support services...
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1010 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.7
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65 reviews
8.7
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65 reviews
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love the place. took awhile to get medication management sorted kaiser makes it difficult), billing not accurate at this point but will get resolved...wish they included ingredients on menu, allergy handling...
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 Belmont Village facility at Sabre Springs is located in the attractive residential community of Poway. Situated in northeast San Diego County, Poway is known as 'The City in the Country' and prides itself on the fact that much of the area is preserved as dedicated open space. With great views...
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Photo of Gardens at Escondido
1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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82 reviews
8.6
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82 reviews
5 star
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I moved in here a little over a week ago and so far I’ve been surprised how friendly the staff is how clean and maintain the rooms and how good the food is I highly would recommend this place to someone...
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.
Welcome to Escondido, California, a beautiful town offering nearby beach views, mountain hiking, and year-round warm weather. Choose Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care at Gardens at Escondido, and come home to an inviting community of compassionate caregivers and friendly...
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Photo of Escondido Senior Living
2727 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 combineto create a...
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2121 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.4
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21 reviews
8.4
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21 reviews
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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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Cost of independent living in Borrego, CA

The average cost of senior living in Borrego is $4,526 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westmorland, CA with an average of $1,138 per month.

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

Borrego, CA
$4,526/mo
$4,353/mo

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

Borrego, CA
$4,526/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$5,523/mo
Independent Living
$4,526/mo

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

Studio
$4,648/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,953/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,208/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,497/mo

Senior living costs in Borrego 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: Borrego, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBorrego, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,526/mo$4,759/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,290/mo$4,535/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$5,523/mo$5,531/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Borrego, CA:$4,526/mo
California:$4,759/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Borrego, CA:$4,290/mo
California:$4,535/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Borrego, CA:$5,523/mo
California:$5,531/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
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Independent living costs in Borrego, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Borrego 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.

Borrego, CACA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Borrego, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Borrego 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
Borrego, CA$3,736/mo$3,599/mo+3.8%
California$3,684/mo$3,630/mo+1.5%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Borrego, CA
2024 average cost:$3,736/mo
2023 average cost:$3,599/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
California
2024 average cost:$3,684/mo
2023 average cost:$3,630/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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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.

Belmont Village Sabre Springs in San Diego, CA

4.7
They are short staffed at this time so sometimes her meals are cold and she has to send them back. Also it does not seem like they are cleaning deep enough due to the lack of workers. They do make sure that my loved ones room is clean however the common areas are not so up kept. The staff have ...
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Desert Skys Board and Care in Indio, CA

4.5
I feel really good about the service of Desert Sky's Board and Care, inc. for facility Desert Sky's Board and Care. They have great service, the administrator Nenita Koch and staff are taking such great care of my grandmother. My grandmother is non-ambulatory from a stroke and after her rehab ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and supportive nature of the staff at various communities, such as Atria Hacienda, Atria Palm Desert, and Revel Palm Desert, where residents and their families appreciate the long-term relationships that have been formed with caregivers.
Variety of engaging activities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at communities, including movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and swimming sessions. For instance, at Atria Palm Desert, staff members organize a weekly trivia night and regular outings to pools and city parks.
Individually tailored care plans. Several reviews highlight the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities, like Gateway Park Senior Living and The Palms at La Quinta, who make adjustments to help residents feel at ease during transitions and accommodate individual needs.
High-quality and varied dining experiences. Throughout reviews, the quality of the food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For example, at Atria Park of Vintage Hills, the chef caters to dietary restrictions and personal preferences, ensuring that residents look forward to meals every d ...
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Welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the warm and inclusive environment at communities, such as Revel Palm Desert and Atria Park of Vintage Hills, where residents feel a sense of belonging and are encouraged to engage in community life.
Consistent and clear communication. Families value the open and ongoing dialogue with community staff about their loved ones' care, as seen in reviews for Atria Hacienda, Holiday The Springs of Escondido, and The Palms at La Quinta, which highlight the importance of clear and timely communication.
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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.
Borrego, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.4%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
48.6%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.1%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.1%
10.8%
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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
47.1%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.9%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
50%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.3%
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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.
Borrego, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.3%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.9%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.4%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.3%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.4%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.4%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
48.6%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.4%
46.8%
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