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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Valley Center, CA
The cost of independent living in Valley Center is about $4,958 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 18 options. Read 576 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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66 Floor plans available
9.9
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42 reviews
I would recommend it. Everyone should check out 2 or 3 places before deciding. It seemed more intimate and not clinical. Set up just seemed cozier.
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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77 Floor plans available
9.6
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56 reviews
Hello, My name is [name removed] and I am a resident of Westmont of Escondido. I am writing to let you know that I am very pleased to have moved in here. Before I compliment the programs here, I would like...
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....
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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33 Floor plans available
9.4
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162 reviews
The office staff was great. The rooms are very nice. My dad had a room overlooking the inside courtyard we enjoyed the birds. Getting meds arranged was a bit challenging because they were moving to a new...
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 combine to create...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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33 Floor plans available
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9.1
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73 reviews
Wonderful staff, very friendly. The facility is also very clean and the food is always good. Organized activities daily. They are also pet friendly as well. All of the residents are also very friendly and...
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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55 Floor plans available
9.0
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70 reviews
5 on all categories . It's not a great experience necessarily, my mom is pretty much bed ridden and Hospice comes to visit a couple times a week. The caregivers are so nice and responsive. We would recommend...
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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8.6
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122 reviews
Las Villas Del Norte was an excellent place for my dad. His apartment was just the right size. The meals were delicious (I enjoyed several meals). Towards the end of my dad's journey, the staff 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.
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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8.0
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26 reviews
They would all be 5. We are very please with the care mom is getting. She's clean. Gets meals in dining hall or room which ever she prefers. Staff is always friendly and communicates if they feel there is...
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.
Redwood Terrace is a proud member of Human Good, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to providing quality living options and support services to Seniors.
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I would highly recommend Oak Hill Residential Care for the needs of your loved ones. My father has been a resident for over 2 years now and is doing better than ever. He has all types of issues and needs...
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.
Oak Hill Residential Care, a not-for-profit licensed residential care facility for the elderly, offers an affordable alternative to the high cost of long-term custodial care, one-third to one-half the cost. Oak Hill Residential care provides a home-like environment while providing the highest...
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7.0
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5 reviews
The new management team (2023) is awesome. In the short time they have been here many things that have needed doing have been done. The team is knowledgeable, efficient, and fun to have here. Overture 55 is...
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.
Overture San Marcos’ 55+ active adult apartment home community is designed specifically with you in mind. Our maintenance-free lifestyle gives you the active and healthy atmosphere you desire and plenty of time to pursue old interests or discover new ones. Keep fit in our newly-renovated fitness...
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8.0
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8 reviews
My dad and my whole family loves this place!! Employees go above and beyond [name removed], [name removed] and [name removed]. The facility is also very affordable!
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.
Hilltop Vistas await you! The evening lights of the city twinkle from below. Situated high above downtown Escondido, we are close to everything yet quiet. Owned and operated by the Cook family for three generations, Crest View Manor offers experience in caring for your loved one. We are large...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Heritage Park Escondido Apartment Community, for independent seniors aged 55 or better, offers pet-friendly apartments north of San Diego, near great recreation, shopping and dining. Our apartment homes feature vaulted ceilings, bright kitchen windows, ample closet space and private patios and...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our community is specifically designed for the active lifestyle of individuals 55 or better. You can choose from a variety of activities such as bingo, swimming in our sparkling pools, work out in the fitness center, or dine at a nearby restaurant. We are pet friendly and accept dogs with...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
We invite you to come in and make your home here at Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Community. Coastal Living is a brand new 55+ community beautifully located adjacent to San Marcos Creek. Be the first to experience the light, airy, and open apartments and the many amenities newly completed and...
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Cost of independent living in Valley Center, CA
The average cost of senior living in Valley Center is $4,958 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $2,948 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Valley Center, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Valley Center, CA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Valley Center vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Valley Center, CA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Valley Center
Recent reviews for independent living in Valley Center
Pacifica Senior Living Vista
4.8
I recently visited my Grandmother and it was so sweet! How they hosted events for the residents was so heartwarming. The staff was so nice and welcoming, I really enjoyed how respectful and involved they are in my grandmothers care.
Bayshire Carlsbad
5.0
they are very interactive with the residence, responsive, and also very friendly and kind
The rooms sizes feel a little small, My dad is happy with the food and it looks good.
I would recommend this facility to others.
Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook
4.2
People here exude friendliness and caring. Management sets the tone, Silvergate is fully staffed and the staff appears happy to be here. The residents were very welcoming. The building is clean and updated. The activities are fun and the residents engaged. My apartment is very pleasant.
Valley Center independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Valley Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Valley Center, 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 Valley Center 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 Valley Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Valley Center, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
43.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Valley Center 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 Valley Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Valley Center, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Valley Center 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 Valley Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Valley Center, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook, Cypress Court and Westmont of Encinitas are the top-rated independent living facilities near Valley Center, California. See full list of communities.
There are 18 independent living facilities near Valley Center, California. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Valley Center, California are Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook, Cypress Court and Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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