Compare Independent Living around El Cajon
| Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon | IL | El Cajon (Little Baghdad) | - | No |
83
Facility
83
CA AVG
57
Rank
#338 / 2092 | - | - | - | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
13
Rank
#738 / 1487 | - | A+ | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Good Samaritan Retirement Home | IL ADC AL HC MC NC RC NH | El Cajon | 110
Facility
110
CA AVG
103
Rank
#642 / 1657 | No |
2
Facility
2
CA AVG
57
Rank
#2044 / 2092 | 89
Facility
89
CA AVG
81
Rank
#461 / 1401 | 4 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1397 | 25
Facility
25
CA AVG
13
Rank
#235 / 1487 |
50.0%
Facility
50.0%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1223 / 1368 | - | Daughters Of Mary Immaculate C Chaldean Sisters | - |
| A Quiet Sunset LLC | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | A Quiet Sunset LLC | — |
| Assisted Living At Woodburn | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | — | — | Richard Essery | — |
| Blossom Valley Residential Care | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | Blossom Valley Residential Care INC | — |
| Bosworth Garden, LLC | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 2 | — | 4 | — | — | Bosworth Garden, LLC | — |
| Care Plus Mansion | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | — | 15 | — | — | Aromin, Gary D. | — |
| Dehesa View Manor | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | — | — | Dehesa View Manor LLC | — |
| El Cajon Elder Care | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 1 | 4 | 2 | — | — | El Cajon Elder Care LLC | — |
| El Cajon Senior Care Home | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | — | 9 | — | — | Terra Lane Residential Care INC | — |
| Jobeth Home Care | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | — | 9 | — | — | Gautane, Elizabeth | — |
| La Cruz Senior Care, INC | RC | El Cajon | 8 | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | 10 | — | — | La Cruz Senior Care, INC | — |
| La Valhalla Residential Care | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | 7 | — | — | Care With Pride LLC | — |
| Lexington House | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | 5 | 5 | — | — | D10 Ventures, LLC | — |
| Meadow Creek Villa | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 18 | — | — | Americare Health Enterprises, INC. | — |
| New Dawn Senior Care Home | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | — | 13 | — | — | Summer Tree Residential Care, INC. | — |
| Paradise Elderly Facility Care | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Rahimi, Nawin | — |
| Parkway Gardens Retirement Care Home | RC | El Cajon | 15 | — | — | — | 3 | 8 | 12 | — | — | Mangano, Gary A | — |
| Pine Tree Home 2 | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 5 | 1 | 6 | — | — | Pine Tree Home LLC | — |
| Renaissance Living II | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | 5 | 8 | — | — | Ijt9112 And Associates LLC | — |
| Renaissance Living III | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 5 | — | — | Ijt9112 And Associates LLC | — |
| San Diego Senior Care Living LLC | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | San Diego Senior Care Living LLC | — |
| Senior Care & Comfort Living | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 4 | 5 | 15 | — | — | Logalla, Brandon | — |
| Sierra Sunshine Care | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | 2 | 4 | 3 | — | — | Sierra Sunshine Care | — |
| St Joseph Caregiving | RC | El Cajon | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | St Joseph Caregiving INC | — |
| Summer Place | RC | El Cajon | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | Summer Place 1 LLC | — |
Overview of Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon
With the esteemed senior living community of Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon situated in the lively residential area of Prescott Avenue, El Cajon, CA offering independent living, seniors enjoy the finest retirement. The community features a selection of snug and spacious residences in varied studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring seniors experience unmatched comfort and security. Live to your potential with top-tier care and assistance from a compassionate and highly qualified team.
The community strives to provide for seniors’ needs and aspirations, collaborating with trusted senior care providers for the highest standard of support. Participate in enjoyable activities and cherish intimate moments in the friendly spaces of Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon. Look forward to mealtimes with delicious and healthy meals that cater to dietary restrictions and tastes. Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon is ideal for relaxation with its ethereal campus situated near convenient amenities and scenic attractions.
Good Samaritan Retirement Home is a 110-bed assisted living and memory care community with specialized dementia care, rehabilitation services, respite stays, and a core assisted living program in El Cajon, California. Operated by the Daughters of Mary Immaculate (Chaldean Sisters) under administrator Susan Sorensen, the community serves San Diego County. It’s been licensed since 2000 by the California Department of Social Services as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.
Across four official inspections since 2021, the facility has recorded zero citations, against a California average of 10, and only 2 complaints compared to a statewide norm of 14. No fines exist in the latest inspection in September 2025, placing the inspection score at 83 out of 100 against California’s benchmark of 70.
The memory care program is staffed 24/7 with dementia caregiving staff and a licensed nurse providing 8 hours of dementia-specific coverage daily. The community has four hospice waivers, allowing end-of-life care coordination on-site. Rounding out the care model are a fall prevention program, outdoor garden spaces, and a mobile physician.
With a consistently clean regulatory record, Good Samaritan Retirement Home is best for older adults in San Diego County requiring long-term assisted living or memory care in a faith-based community.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in El Cajon, CA
What is the average cost of independent living in El Cajon, CA?
The average monthly cost of independent living in El Cajon, CA is approximately $2,062. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in El Cajon, CA?
Independent living in El Cajon, CA typically ranges from $542 - $4,950 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
How many licensed independent living communities are there in El Cajon, CA?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 73 licensed independent living communities in El Cajon, CA.
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 2 independent living communities in El Cajon, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in El Cajon, CA?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in El Cajon, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in El Cajon, CA?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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