El Cajon, California
La Vida Real
11588 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA 92019
- Location
- El Cajon, CA
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About this community
La Vida Real is a senior living community in El Cajon, California, offering independent living, assisted living and memory care, plus The Club program for early to mid stages of memory loss. The community is CARF-accredited and is set on 11 acres in Rancho San Diego with Spanish-style architecture.
Care & daily life
These care categories are listed for La Vida Real. Confirm the specific services, staffing and suitability directly with the community.
Independent Living
Senior-oriented housing for people living independently who want community conveniences.
About this care categoryA closer look at the community
Explore the published details below. Confirm current arrangements and individual needs with La Vida Real.
Care & support
Assisted living serves residents who need minimal help or more comprehensive assistance with activities of daily living, with supportive services that can be adjusted at any time.
Assisted living includes a licensed nurse on staff and help with daily activities.
Enliven Memory Care tailors daily engagement to each resident's preferences and abilities, with a trained team that works closely with residents and families.
The memory care team maintains essentiALZ certification through the Alzheimer's Association, and Enliven Directors hold Certified Dementia Practitioner licenses.
Integrated health care services are offered on site, so residents can stay in the community if their needs change.
Rooms & living spaces
Floor plans range from alcoves to expansive two-bedroom residences, and the community is pet friendly.
Independent living includes a full breakfast plus a choice of lunch or dinner daily, bi-weekly housekeeping, utilities except phone with basic cable, and scheduled group transportation.
Assisted living includes three meals daily, weekly housekeeping with personal and flat linen laundry, utilities except phone with basic cable, and scheduled group transportation.
Dining & meals
The Dine Your Way program offers dining up to 12 hours a day across Del Oro Grille restaurant, a club lounge and bistro, and Cafe del Sol.
Monthly Let's Dish sessions let residents meet the Executive Chef, taste new seasonal items and watch cooking demonstrations; a private dining room is also available.
Memory care residents share family-style dining designed to bring people together.
Activities & connection
ZestFit group classes include yoga, Zumba, Tai Chi, aqua fitness, water volleyball and lap swimming, along with Pilates, spin class and personal training.
Clubs and programs include book, gardening and walking clubs, a hiking club, wine tastings, putting contests and Bocce tournaments, lifelong learning seminars, art and creative writing classes, and concerts.
Shared spaces & amenities
Amenities include a heated swimming pool and spa, a fitness center, an art studio, a cinema, a library, a billiards room, a putting green and a Bocce court.
On-site services include a full-service beauty salon and barbershop, a day spa with nail services, and The Mercado sundries shop.
Landscaped courtyards and walking paths are part of the grounds.
Location & getting around
La Vida Real is located at 11588 Via Rancho San Diego in the Rancho San Diego area of El Cajon, California.
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Before you decide
Use these questions when you contact La Vida Real. They are conversation starters, not claims about what this community offers.
Rooms & accessibility
Which room or suite options are available? Can we see the bathroom, entrances and shared spaces to check whether they meet our accessibility needs?
Dining & everyday life
What meals and dietary options are offered? May we see a current activity schedule and ask how residents choose what to take part in?
Support as needs change
What support is included, who provides it and when? What happens if a resident needs more help than the community can provide?
Costs & moving in
Can we get an itemized quote, including fees and optional services? Is there a waiting list, and what assessments or agreements are needed before moving in?
