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The cost of independent living in Fernbrook is about $4,693 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 155 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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Photo of Lantern Crest Senior Living
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8.9
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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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Everyone is very friendly and welcoming. It's in a great location and has a lot of activities available both inside and outside the facility. It also has a heated pool and the staff is friendly and most of...
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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66 Floor plans available
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A few things that stood out - the helpful staff. It is generally easy to get questions answered. Caring staff. I would recommend Ivy Park to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ivy Park at Sabre Springs is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a tranquil neighborhood within the city of San Diego. Just off of the Ted Williams Freeway, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Pomerado Hospital, bustling shopping centers and exquisite dining options. Whether you’re...
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This is our family’s first experience with an assisted living facility and Pacifica Gateway is proving to be a great fit for our loved one. The studio is cozy and well maintained by housekeeping. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Gateway Park Senior Living is located in Poway, CA. Poway is a part of San Diego County, and this independent living community provides seniors with a great location to call home. Poway offers much to do and see, so that residents and their guests always have entertainment options. Those who...
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Our loved one is happy here
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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Photo of Sunshine Care Home
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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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 Fernbrook, CA

The average cost of senior living in Fernbrook is $4,693 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $3,026 per month.

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

Fernbrook, CA
$4,693/mo
$4,719/mo
$4,585/mo

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

Fernbrook, CA
$4,693/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$6,021/mo
Independent Living
$4,693/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,395/mo
Studio
$5,575/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,474/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,780/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,695/mo

Senior living costs in Fernbrook 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: Fernbrook, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFernbrook, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,693/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,741/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,021/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Fernbrook, CA:$4,693/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Fernbrook, CA:$4,741/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Fernbrook, CA:$6,021/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Fernbrook, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fernbrook 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
Fernbrook, CA$4,170/mo$4,401/mo-5.2%
California$3,401/mo$3,299/mo+3.1%
National$3,029/mo$2,867/mo+5.7%
Fernbrook, CA
2024 average cost:$4,170/mo
2023 average cost:$4,401/mo
Percent change:-5.2%
California
2024 average cost:$3,401/mo
2023 average cost:$3,299/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,029/mo
2023 average cost:$2,867/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fernbrook

Recent reviews for independent living in Fernbrook

Novellus Clairemont in San Diego, CA

4.0
My loved one has recently made the move into this community and so far I have no complaints of how things had been going for him. He has had a few health problems but other than that the experience has been pleasant for him. The staff have done a great job at staying organized in his care plan ...
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Crest View Manor, Inc. in Escondido, CA

5.0
My mom really liked Crest View Manor. It has a great staff and is very clean. I would definitely recommend Crest View Manor to anyone. They were great. Unfortunately my mom was there during Covid, so there wasn't too much activities taking place. But it was a great facility.

Meridian at Lake San Marcos

5.0
The Meridian is by far the best senior living community I have ever seen. I have moved my dad to two senior living communities and this one by far takes it. Ever since the pandemic, my dad has declined due to staying indoors all the time. The Meridian has brought out a side of my dad I haven't ...
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Fernbrook independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fernbrook independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fernbrook, 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 Fernbrook 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 Fernbrook partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fernbrook, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
71.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fernbrook 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 Fernbrook communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fernbrook, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
71.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
57.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fernbrook 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 Fernbrook offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fernbrook, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
71.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
46.4%
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