Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon
Independent Living · El Cajon, CA

Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon

Independent Living · El Cajon, CA

Overview of Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon

Operating for eight years, Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon is a retirement community located in El Cajon, California, that offers independent living. The three-story residence offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments for independent older adults. Its highly walkable location, with a Walk Score of 83, places shopping, dining, banking, and other everyday services within easy reach.

Although the community does not provide medical or personal care assistance, residents have access to rehabilitation services, a wellness program, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry services. Additional support can also be arranged through on-site third-party care providers when needed. Moreover, restaurant-style dining accommodates individual dietary preferences, while the Vibrant Life program, volunteer opportunities, a spa, and a garden encourage an active and socially connected lifestyle.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #248 / 479Years in operation — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 248th out of 479 independent living communities we track in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in California that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
9 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #114 / 630Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 114th out of 630 independent living communities we track in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in California that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
83 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Starting Price
$3,590/Month

Additional Services

2 services
Housekeeping
TransportationListed as: Scheduled local transportation

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Cable Tv
Laundry
Parking
Beauty Salon
Volunteer Program
Signature ProgramsVibrant Life

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Studio 510 sq ft
1 Bedroom 525 sq ft
2 Bedroom 750 sq ft
In-Room Features
Kitchenettes In Units

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon

Studio 1 floor plan
Studio 2 floor plan

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Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from El Cajon's city center to Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
A complaint visit is an unannounced on-site visit by California's Community Care Licensing Division to investigate a complaint about the community, filed by a resident, a family member, staff or anyone else. A visit means a complaint was looked into, not that it was proven: the state may find it substantiated, inconclusive or unfounded. Fewer visits is better.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Good Samaritan Retirement Home
IL
AL
HOS
El Cajon
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 165
Rank #297 / 486
No
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 59
Rank #627 / 630
8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 6
Rank #76 / 468
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 15
Rank #112 / 479
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 72.6%
Rank #385 / 428
-Daughters Of Mary Immaculate C Chaldean Sisters-
Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon
IL
El Cajon (Little Baghdad)-Yes
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 59
Rank #114 / 630
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9
Facility 9
CA AVG 15
Rank #248 / 479
-A+-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other CA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial assistance

Programs that may help with care and living costs in California

Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon is in El Cajon, California. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Homeowner tax relief

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Who it is for
California homeowners 62+, or blind or disabled, with limited income who want to defer property taxes
Income limit
2026 · For the 2026–2027 application cycle, 2025 total household income must not exceed $57,002.
Asset limit
At least 40% equity in the home is required; a reverse mortgage disqualifies participation.

Eligibility

General
California homeowner age 62+ or blind or disabled who occupies the property as a principal residence and meets all program conditions.
CA specifics
Applications for the 2026–2027 cycle run October 1 2026 through February 10 2027; limited funding is first come, first served.

What it provides

  • Deferral of eligible property taxes secured by a lien; 5% simple annual interest accrues and repayment is triggered by specified events. This is a loan-like deferral; not a grant.
Energy assistance

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Who it is for
Income-eligible California households responsible for home energy costs
Income limit
2026 · Published 2026 monthly limits: $3,331.66 for one person; $4,356.83 for two; $5,382 for three; larger households use the CSD table.

Eligibility

General
California households meeting local LIHEAP eligibility and prioritization rules; energy costs and household vulnerability are considered.
CA specifics
Apply through the local provider. Funds are limited and assistance is prioritized under program rules.

What it provides

  • One-time energy-bill help; eligible crisis assistance and weatherization; award amounts depend on program rules and available funds.
In-home & community support

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Who it is for
Medi-Cal members 60+ who meet nursing-facility level of care and can be served at home
Asset limit
For affected non-MAGI Medi-Cal categories, the 2026 countable-asset limit is $130,000 for one person plus $65,000 for each additional eligible family member (up to ten people). Exclusions and spousal protections apply.

Eligibility

General
Adults age 60+ with a qualifying Medi-Cal aid code who meet nursing-facility level-of-care criteria and can be served in the community.
CA specifics
Enrollment and a team-developed plan are required. The current program age is 60, not 65.

What it provides

  • Care management and authorized support such as adult day care; respite; personal care; meals; transportation and minor home modifications.
In-home support

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Who it is for
Californians who are aged, blind or disabled and need help to stay safely at home
Asset limit
For affected non-MAGI Medi-Cal categories, the 2026 countable-asset limit is $130,000 for one person plus $65,000 for each additional eligible family member (up to ten people). Exclusions and spousal protections apply.

Eligibility

General
California residents who are aged, blind or disabled (including eligible children) and need assistance to remain safely in their own home; Medi-Cal eligibility and health certification are required.
CA specifics
A county social worker assesses tasks and authorized hours; the recipient generally hires and supervises a provider.

What it provides

  • Authorized in-home assistance with daily needs; the approved hours depend on the county assessment and applicable program limits.
Cash support for qualifying nonmedical residential care

SSI/SSP Nonmedical Out-of-Home Care Support

California SSI/SSP — Nonmedical Out-of-Home Care (NMOHC)

Who it is for
SSI/SSP-eligible Californians 65+, or blind or disabled, living in licensed nonmedical residential care
Income limit
Countable income and living arrangement affect eligibility and payment; SSA makes the determination.
Asset limit
Countable-resource limits are $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple.

Eligibility

General
Cash support for California residents age 65+ or blind or disabled who meet SSA eligibility rules and have a qualifying nonmedical residential living arrangement.
CA specifics
The nonmedical out-of-home-care category must be verified.

What it provides

  • Combined federal SSI and California SSP cash support. From January 1; 2026; the individual licensed-facility NMOHC maximum payment standard is $1,626.07/month before countable-income reductions. This is not an extra payment on top of regular SSI/SSP or a guarantee of full facility fees.
Cash support for qualifying immigrants, including residential care

Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants

California Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI)

Who it is for
Immigrants 65+, or blind or disabled, in California who cannot get SSI because of immigration status
Income limit
Income must meet the CAPI payment standard for the person’s living arrangement; the county determines the individual award.
Asset limit
Countable-resource limits are $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple.

Eligibility

General
Cash support for California residents age 65+ or blind or disabled who meet CAPI immigration rules and cannot receive SSI/SSP solely because of immigration status.
CA specifics
County staff review proof of SSI/SSP ineligibility. A residential payment category requires its own determination.

What it provides

  • State-funded monthly cash assistance with payment standards equivalent to SSI/SSP; including a qualifying nonmedical out-of-home-care category. Actual payments vary; Medi-Cal and IHSS require separate applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon in?
Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon is in the Little Baghdad neighborhood of El Cajon.
02 Is Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon in a walkable area?
Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon has a walk score of 83. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
03 How long has Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon been in business?
Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
04 Does Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon on this page.
05 Are pets allowed at Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon?
Yes, Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon allows residents to bring their pets.
06 How much does Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon cost per month?
Pricing at Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon starts at $3,590 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.
07 Are there photos of Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon?
Yes — there are 30 photos of Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon in the photo gallery on this page.