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Photo of Solstice at El CajonCommunity card badge
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.7
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116 reviews
9.7
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116 reviews
5 star
66%
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My overall experience here has been very positive, especially the appearance of the common areas and the pleasant, accommodating staff regardless of position. My negative comments relate, not surprisingly,...
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.
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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1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.5
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33 reviews
9.5
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33 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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My sister and I were very impressed with the environment at Westmont when we toured for our mother. There was a table of four residents in the dining area that were having a great time together, we were...
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 at San Miguel Ranch is a beautiful, scenic assisted living center located in beautiful Chula Vista, San Diego County, California. Nestled along the coast of Southern California, seniors can enjoy picturesque views of San Diego and the Pacific Ocean. Offering a small-town feel in a large...
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9.1
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44 reviews
9.1
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44 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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Staff is friendly warm helpful with residents, family and friends and among themselves. They treat one another and residents/family/friends that way. Responsive responsible follow through on requests, tasks...
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.
Sungarden Terrace is family owned for over 19 years and takes great pride in providing excellent care in a warm, nuturing environment. Some of our staff have been with us since our doors opened. Our reviews are all 4 and 5 star reviews focusing on great care, a family-like atmosphere, excellent...
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9.0
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150 reviews
9.0
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150 reviews
5 star
40%
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3 star
15%
2 star
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It's one of those places you need to see. The well kept grounds create a peaceful outdoor setting for its residents. Absolutely recommend it. Mom says the staff is very kind too.
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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3737 Photos available
8.9
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42 reviews
8.9
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42 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
36%
3 star
7%
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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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1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.4
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35 reviews
8.4
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35 reviews
5 star
54%
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20%
3 star
9%
2 star
11%
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The facility does not have a diabetes management component, which I did not realize until we had already decided to use them. The staff are extremely helpful and always very pleasant. They work hard to greet...
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 Otay Ranch is a senior living community convenient to popular casual dining and shopping centers. The property offers beautiful spaces, indoors and out, to gather with friends and family. At Ivy Park our seniors are empowered to maximize their independence and personal growth. We...
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2121 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
7.9
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18 reviews
7.9
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18 reviews
5 star
78%
4 star
11%
3 star
11%
2 star
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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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55 Photos available
7.8
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9 reviews
7.8
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9 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
33%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
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The location was ideal since it's midway between me and my family. It the only facility we found to offer an independent living option, as well as assisted living and memory 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.
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...
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5 star
18%
4 star
37%
3 star
9%
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9%
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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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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
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Photo of Casa El Cajon
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.
Photo of Lexington Senior Apt
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.
Photo of Covenant Living at Mount Miguel
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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This is a nice looking, smaller community. We had no complaints about this place in general, it was clean, and everyone was friendly. However, the area it is located in wasn't very good for my Uncle. He...
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.
Photo of Monterey Trellis
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I am overly pleased with the care my mother has been receiving at this home. I knew I loved it as soon as I walked into the kitchen and there was an overwhelming smell of a delicious home cooked meal. I also...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Two relatives have lived there for a length of time (at different times). They were both happy there. One played the piano for residents. The main building is an older home, kept up well. Residents can feel...
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.
Our speciality is providing quality care at resonable rates. Villa La Mesa offers modest, homelike accommodations nestled in a very quiet residential area of 'Old' La Mesa. With a total licensed capacity of twenty-nine (29) residents, Villa La Mesa is small enough to offers a warm, homelike...
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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.

Cost of independent living in North Jamul, CA

The average cost of senior living in North Jamul is $4,102 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jamul, CA with an average of $4,102 per month.

Independent living costs in North Jamul, CA, vs. nearby cities

North Jamul, CA
$4,102/mo
$4,622/mo

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

North Jamul, CA
$4,102/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in North Jamul, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,663/mo
Independent Living
$4,102/mo

Independent living costs in North Jamul, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,479/mo
Studio
$5,184/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,719/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,394/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,945/mo

Senior living costs in North Jamul 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: North Jamul, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Jamul, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,102/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,424/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,663/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
North Jamul, CA:$4,102/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
North Jamul, CA:$4,424/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
North Jamul, CA:$5,663/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in North Jamul, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in North Jamul 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
North Jamul, CA$3,570/mo$3,355/mo+6.4%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
North Jamul, CA
2024 average cost:$3,570/mo
2023 average cost:$3,355/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
California
2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in North Jamul

Recent reviews for independent living in North Jamul

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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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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Paradise Valley Manor in National City, CA

5.0
The staff do a great job calling if anything happens and keep in touch all the time. They also try to keep her comfortable and happy, always checking on her. The community offers many activities like bingo, crafts, and movies. I would recommend this community. This is a great organization.

North Jamul independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Jamul independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Jamul, 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 North Jamul 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 North Jamul partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Jamul, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in North Jamul 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 North Jamul communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Jamul, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Jamul 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 North Jamul offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Jamul, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
38.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Solstice at El Cajon, Westmont at San Miguel Ranch and Sungarden Terrace Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Jamul, California. See full list of communities.
There are 24 independent living facilities near North Jamul, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in North Jamul, California are Solstice at El Cajon and Paradise Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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