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The cost of independent living in El Casco is about $3,596 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 346 options.

Read 9188 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Redlands, Riverside and Big Bear Lake.

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Photo of Brookdale Loma Linda
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.4
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98 reviews
8.4
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98 reviews
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The leading up to and actual moving in process were made easy and less stressful by the intake coordinator who went out of the way to help.
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.
Here there are so many fun and interesting things to do, you’ll never stop growing.If you’re looking for fun and freedom in senior living, our assisted living could be the right fit for you. Our assisted living community has the care you need if you need it. Our pet-friendly apartments are...
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Photo of Meridian at Chino
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.3
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254 reviews
8.3
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254 reviews
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I would rate it a five for the cost of the place. It is very clean. The staff is very friendly. It was a very affordable. The food is fair but decent there is nothing so far that I could say negative about...
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.
At Meridian at Chino, we provide a welcoming senior-living community where your loved one can flourish with support, dignity and style. This community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and short-term Respite Care, enabling residents to age in place within a familiar and...
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Photo of Brookdale Sunwest Assisted Living and Memory Care
88 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.2
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70 reviews
8.2
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Staff always have a smile even when my aunt is difficult. Rooms are perfect size for our needs. When the button is rang, staff are quick to respond. She loves bingo and happy hour.
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. Maybe it’s time to let someone else do the dishes. Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living or memory care, our community in Hemet, California, has care options to meet your changing needs. You’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you...
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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living South Coast
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.2
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88 reviews
8.2
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88 reviews
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Staff were friendly - although they were constantly short staffed. They need more staff for patient support and care so you do not have to wait hours for help.
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.
Beautiful Pet Friendly Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Living Community Nestled in the East Side of exclusive Costa Mesa.Our award winning community creates a customized service and assistance plan for each resident with a variety of therapies and life enrichment activities. Our...
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Photo of Ivy Park of Wellington
1111 Photos available
8.2
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33 reviews
8.2
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The building has been remodeled beautifully and the lobby and dining room are especially lovely. All the staff I have encountered have been so nice and helpful.
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.
Ivy Park of Wellington is a senior living community set in picturesque Laguna Woods. The location boasts coastal amenities and a temperate climate. It’s only a short distance to many popular restaurants and shopping centers. At Ivy Park our seniors are empowered to maximize their independence and...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Laguna Woods
88 Photos available
8.2
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25 reviews
8.2
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I would generally recommend this community, but the initial transition had some challenges. There were issues with coordination and communication early on, particularly around care routines. While things...
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.
Ivy Park at Laguna Woods is a senior living community centrally located and easily accessible from Interstate 5 and Highway 73. The location is one of Orange County’s most desirable with its natural beauty, multiple golf courses, scenic views of the Saddleback Valley, close proximity to the...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at West Covina
2222 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.2
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We have had a wonderful experience at Merrill Gardens! We were looking for shelter after my husband and I loss our home of 35 years in the Eaton Fire. The staff at Merrill Gardens was very accommodating 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.
Merrill Gardens at West Covina offers senior living just south of the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. Providing independent living, assisted living and memory care, this new community is located east of downtown Los Angeles, near shopping and dining.Merrill Gardens at West Covina is...
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Photo of Oakmont of San Antonio Heights
1111 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.0
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Everyone was very friendly and kind. There was only one caregiver we had some problems with, but everyone else was wonderful and tried to help as much as possible. When he first arrived, the care seemed...
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 San Antonio Heights is a beautiful retirement community with beautiful views of the San Gabriel Mountains, award-winning cuisine, and a plethora of on-site amenities. Soak up the views of the mountain alongside our nearby Old Spanish Trail–a historically significant trail full of...
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Photo of WellQuest of Murrieta
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8.0
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All was fine. This was our first experience putting a family member into assisted living. He's still adjusting...our situation was sad but necessary. All good overall. They have Spectrum for basic cable &...
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.
WellQuest of Murrieta is a beautiful community offering many common areas for families to enjoy. We are located on Jackson Ave. just off Cal Oaks. We are conveniently close to doctor offices, hospitals, shopping and the freeway.Our management and staff come with industry experience and strive to...
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Photo of Stonewall Gardens Assisted Living for LGBT Seniors and Friends
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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29 reviews
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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 Clearwater at North Tustin
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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6 reviews
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I cannot say enough about how much our family appreciated all the warm care and consideration that Clearwater staff showed to my elderly aunt during her time there. From the moment you enter the premises,...
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.
Our assisted living and memory care community in North Tustin, CA offers compassionate care and meaningful services in a beautiful as well as comfortable setting to support seniors of varying needs. Our resident-centered approach to care helps seniors live as active and engaged as they want to...
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Photo of Mainplace Senior Living
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8.0
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8.0
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I have 2 parents in there now, my mom in Memory Care and my dad in Assistant Living I would give them a 5 on all. The staff is friendly and helpful they make sure my parents eat together and keep them busy...
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.
Mainplace Senior Living provides seniors with a safe and caring assisted living community to call home in Orange, Orange County, California. This community offers the memory care that seniors need and it provides a beautiful home to those who are looking to be surrounded by a caring and...
Photo of Grace Retirement Village La Habra Villa
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[name removed] and [name removed] really made my experience here at Grace Retirement enjoyable. The food was actually really good and tasty. The staff cared about my grandma. They speak Korean and serve...
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.
Well situated between Los Angeles and Orange County, La Habra Villa (LHV) is a beautiful community which provides independent, assisted living, and memory care to seniors in the area. Our team of professionally trained and courteous staff has been providing personal senior care at La Habra Villa...
Photo of Hacienda Senior Living
1111 Photos available
7.9
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28 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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Photo of Kirkwood Orange
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
7.9
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1. They had a single bed room and my brother is used to living alone. 2. The staff there were very nice. 3. There were a lot of activities going on and they had an ice cream bar area. My brother loves ice...
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.
Centrally located in California's famed Orange County just a short drive from the excitement of Los Angeles and the beauty of the Pacific Ocean, Kirkwood Orange is a well-equipped Assisted Living and Memory Care community offering a full range of supportive care services. Our rare blend of modern...
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Photo of Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano
1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.9
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26 reviews
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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.
Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano is a senior living community set on a beautiful piece of property easily accessible from Interstate 5. The location boasts lovely walking paths and gardens and is near many regional nature trails and parks. It’s only a short distance to many popular restaurants and...
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When resident and family acknowledge workers, they are extremely friendly and wonderful. Care services is a 3 either resident or family member need to speak up is something is not getting done, then it will...
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.
At Raincross at Riverside, you'll find yourself surrounded by beautifully manicured grounds and resort-style amenities, such as a restaurant style dining, social activities and a full service beauty salon. Located nearby are restaurants, shopping, medical centers and houses of worship for your...
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The Culinary and Food Services Department, led by Amy Lebrun, also deserves extraordinary recognition. Planning, ordering, preparing, serving, and cleaning up after three healthy meals a day, 365 days a...
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.
Discover Clearwater Newport Beach, a new senior living community where care and compassion come wrapped in luxury surroundings. This vibrant community offers Assisted Living and Memory Care with well-appointed amenities, Clearwater signature programs, and personalized care. Enjoy chef-driven...
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Photo of The Ivy Wellington
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My only comment is that if a senior needs a lot of assistance this is not the place to be. We are having to pay for outside additional caregivers to come in because he needs more help. He is in the...
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 Ivy at Wellington is a senior living community set on over 8 acres easily accessible from Interstate 5 and Highway 73. The location between the picturesque foothills of the Saddleback Mountains and the Pacific Ocean is only a short distance to many popular restaurants, golf courses and local...
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Photo of Park Terrace
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66 Floor plans available
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We like the concept of memory care cottages with common garden area. Residents have their apartment and can freely walk outside cottage around the grounds without feeling locked in
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.
Park Terrace is Rancho Santa Margarita's only full-service rental retirement community. Your first indication of the excellence we promise comes the moment you set foot on our resort-like campus. Park Terrace is situated in the award winning master planned community of Rancho Santa Margarita,...
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Photo of Overture Rancho Santa Margarita
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44 Floor plans available
7.5
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I’m disappointed in the laxity of Overture to accept or retain seniors who are less than independent. I had a quick tour and only encountered 3 other residents because it was during Christmas holidays when...
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.
Experience Orange County’s active adult, independent lifestyle at Overture Rancho Santa Margarita. This is where you can enjoy your lock and leave lifestyle to the fullest in our 55+ apartment homes. You’ll appreciate upscale amenities and a curated array of mind, body, and social programs at...
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I've noticed that my mom's bathroom isn't as clean as I would like. My mom's clothes are always dirty and yes it's Assisted Living, but my mom has dementia and doesn't remember to wash her clothes. So 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.
Here you get to redefine your independence with care if you need it and more time to do what you want to do.Located just south of Palm Springs,  at our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, you’ll have the care you need when you need it with assisted living, memory care and skilled...
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My loved one is a resident at The Village at Redlands. The staff is limited, but they are very friendly. This is an independent center, so there is no in room housekeeping. The facilities are well taken care...
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.
The Village at Redlands offers more than just a retirement community. We have a complete selection of cottage homes, apartment homes, and activities that focus on maintaining your independence. At the same time, we listen carefully to your personal needs, preferences and requests, to help provide...
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They could improve on nothing, it is fantastic. What we like the most about Ardent Care is that it is a small friendly community and very clean and active and we would recommend them to other families
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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MorningStar of Mission Viejo has been a wonderful community from everything I've experienced with my loved one. The staff are caring, professional, and truly dedicated to the residents. The Executive...
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.
MorningStar of Mission Viejo enjoys an amenity-rich neighborhood in southern Mission Viejo. This near-perfect site for senior housing has numerous restaurants, the Shops at Mission Viejo Mall and Providence mission Hospital all within one mile. Laguna Beach is less than 30 minutes away. Our...
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Cost of independent living in El Casco, CA

The average cost of senior living in El Casco is $3,596 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Calimesa, CA with an average of $3,596 per month.

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

El Casco, CA
$3,596/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in El Casco, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,302/mo
Independent Living
$3,596/mo

Independent living costs in El Casco, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,880/mo
Studio
$3,683/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,453/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,592/mo

Senior living costs in El Casco 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: El Casco, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEl Casco, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,596/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,609/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,302/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
El Casco, CA:$3,596/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
El Casco, CA:$5,609/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
El Casco, CA:$6,302/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in El Casco, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in El Casco 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 average 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
El Casco, CA$3,549/mo$3,458/mo+2.6%
California$3,916/mo$3,864/mo+1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
El Casco, CA
2024 average cost:$3,549/mo
2023 average cost:$3,458/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
California
2024 average cost:$3,916/mo
2023 average cost:$3,864/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in El Casco

Recent reviews for independent living in El Casco

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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Country View Assisted Living in West Covina, CA

4.3
They could use more staff. The existing staff are all super hard working and quality caregivers. The facility is old but clean. I go often, at least weekly and it is always clean. Some meals are done well, but too often I see hot dogs, or lunch meat on white bread and chips served at ...
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Vintage Grove in La Verne, CA

4.2
It’s pretty good. It seems pretty clean. The staff is very friendly. They have Bingo night, potlucks, and other activities. Everything seems to be pretty. The monthly fees are pretty good. They have a little bit of an unusual policy in that the rent has to be paid with a check in the ...
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El Casco independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in El Casco independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in El Casco, 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 El Casco 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 El Casco partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
El Casco, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
39.6%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.4%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in El Casco 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 El Casco communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
El Casco, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.3%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
39%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in El Casco 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 El Casco offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
El Casco, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
43.4%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.9%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.5%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.9%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.4%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
43.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
30.1%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.2%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.9%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Mission Commons, Villas At San Bernardino and Atria Golden Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near El Casco, California. See full list of communities.
There are 346 independent living facilities near El Casco, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in El Casco, California are Villas At San Bernardino, Atria Golden Creek and Sunny Rose Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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