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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Palomar Mountain, CA

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66 Floor plans available
9.8
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41 reviews
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Overall my mother likes the care she is receiving. She says they are understaffed because of how in demand her caregivers are. Example: My mother uses her pendant to alert a caregiver. They arrive shortly...
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...
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77 Floor plans available
9.6
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56 reviews
9.6
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56 reviews
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Both A Place for Mom and Westmont Escondido have been, and continue to be, truly outstanding. I would highly recommend them to others. The compassion shown, along with the warm and welcoming environment...
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....
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9.4
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109 reviews
9.4
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109 reviews
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Probably 5 to all of them honestly! The staff is super friendly and attentive to any issues that come up, they're really communicative, the other residents that we've talked to really enjoy their time there...
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.
Overlooking the lush Temecula Valley wine country of Southern California, Atria Park of Vintage Hills provides amenity-rich, resort-style living for older adults. Located near the Old Town district, with easy access to shopping, dining, medical centers and places of worship, Atria offers a full...
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77 Floor plans available
9.2
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56 reviews
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First, it is beautiful with a beautiful courtyard in the middle of the complex, 2nd it has such a sweet and friendly staff, 3rd they have different activities every day and last they have lots of family...
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 Escondido Hills is a lovely retirement community situated on a lush six-acre campus with lovely views of the Escondido Hills and within walking distance of Westfield's North County Fair Shopping Mall. If an active lifestyle is what you desire, you'll feel at home in our retirement...
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33 Floor plans available
8.4
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162 reviews
8.4
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162 reviews
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Strengths: very communicative to families ongoing. Really partner once a resident. Everyone is super friendly and you feel like they care. Seem to work they don't know what to ask. Also the Dining schedules...
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...
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33 Floor plans available
8.6
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73 reviews
8.6
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73 reviews
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I do like the relax area by foundation in the center. Yes, I would recommend Holiday The Springs to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
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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9.0
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They have warm and friendly staff, room is clean and beautiful, atmosphere is cheerful and inviting. Their rates were competitive as well. We are grateful to have found this place for my dad. I would...
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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8.9
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121 reviews
8.9
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121 reviews
5 star
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2 star
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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
8.0
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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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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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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
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.
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
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.
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...
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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: 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: 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
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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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: 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: 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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Palomar Mountain, CA

The average cost of senior living in Palomar Mountain is $4,521 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $2,940 per month.

Independent living costs in Palomar Mountain, CA, vs. nearby cities

Palomar Mountain, CA
$4,521/mo
$4,967/mo

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

Palomar Mountain, CA
$4,521/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Palomar Mountain, CA, vs. other senior living options

$5,824/mo
Independent Living
$4,521/mo

Independent living costs in Palomar Mountain, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,608/mo
Studio
$3,957/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,245/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,153/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,400/mo

Senior living costs in Palomar Mountain 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: Palomar Mountain, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typePalomar Mountain, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,521/mo$4,434/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$4,254/mo$4,287/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$5,824/mo$5,249/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Palomar Mountain, CA:$4,521/mo
California:$4,434/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Palomar Mountain, CA:$4,254/mo
California:$4,287/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Palomar Mountain, CA:$5,824/mo
California:$5,249/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Palomar Mountain

Recent reviews for independent living in Palomar Mountain

Atria Park of Vintage Hills in Temecula, CA

4.4
The housing and grounds are exceptional....beautiful and very well kept. Even more impressive is the welcoming and supportive environment created by both the staff and residents of this facility. As far as food goes - stick to basics rather than trying to serve exotics, ensure that food is ...
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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.

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.

Palomar Mountain independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Palomar Mountain independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Palomar Mountain, 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 Palomar Mountain 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 Palomar Mountain partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Palomar Mountain, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.6%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
34.6%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.6%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Palomar Mountain 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 Palomar Mountain communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Palomar Mountain, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
34.6%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Palomar Mountain 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 Palomar Mountain offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Palomar Mountain, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.9%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.6%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
40%
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Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook, Cypress Court and Westmont of Escondido are the top-rated independent living facilities near Palomar Mountain, California. See full list of communities.

There are 24 independent living facilities near Palomar Mountain, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Palomar Mountain, California are Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook, Cypress Court and Pacifica Senior Living Oceanside. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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