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7 Best Independent Living Communities in Descanso, CA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Descanso area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Descanso. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 7 independent living facilities in Descanso, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like East Elliott and Rancho Encantada.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Spring Valley, Poway and El Cajon.
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35 reviews
The staff is really friendly and know most everyone by name. They get along well with the residents and each other. Some even sing going around the halls and into the rooms. Housekeeping is weekly and done...
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 Lantern Crest Senior Living, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed...
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Lo Har Senior Living has been good so far with their services and staff. My mother has been engaging in a couple of the activities that they offer. The community and her room seem to be getting good...
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 are licensed as an Assisted Living facility for seniors with Alzheimer's or a related dementia. We are Private pay only.
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It is great but it is expensive! What I like, and I believe my Mom likes too, is the events they plan, particularly the exercise classes. She has definitely found community within the area of exercise. They...
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...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: 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.
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My father in law has been well cared for. The staff, including the nuns seem very friendly. His room is more than adequate size and is completely furnished.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Descanso, CA
The average cost of senior living in Descanso is $4,303 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $2,978 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Descanso
Recent reviews for independent living in Descanso
Westmont of La Mesa
4.5
The Westmont of La Mesa is a beautiful community that is kept clean and has friendly staff working there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
Lo Har Senior Living in El Cajon, CA
5.0
Terrific home, knowledgeable staff, very clean, beautiful gardens. My mother has lived there for over a year and is very happy and well cared for. Kindness is evident throughout this home. I would definitely recommend this home.
Lantern Crest Senior Living in Santee, CA
4.0
My loved one only stayed there for 4 nights. She had to move out as they couldn't offer the care they say she needed. I would like to see a better intake process for the residents. If that had been more thorough I think her care needs would have been expected.
Descanso independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Descanso independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Descanso, 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 Descanso 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 Descanso partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
32.6%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
31.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Descanso 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 Descanso communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
34.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.9%
16.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Descanso 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 Descanso offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
43.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
39.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
45.3%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
38.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
45.2%
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Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon, The Montera and Grossmont Gardens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Descanso, California. See full list of communities.
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