Senior Living Community in El Cajon, CA
Welcome to La Vida Real
This is more than a place to live, it’s where your next chapter comes to life. Here at La Vida Real, we embrace The Fountain of You — celebrating and supporting the ongoing passions and potential of every resident. We welcome you to a sanctuary of elegance and ease, 11 acres of beautiful landscapes and spaces inspired by charming Spanish-style architecture. Here in the heart of Rancho San Diego, our resort-style setting provides a beautiful backdrop for daily senior living. As a CARF-accredited community, we offer personalized, trusted care within an environment where connection is effortless and every detail is designed to foster a sense of freedom and discovery.
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Meet Cathie
We’ll let the community speak for itself. Cathie and Ken have been residents at La Vida Real for almost five years. Discover firsthand how life evolves into a new era of empowerment as you embrace the Fountain of You.
Committed to Excellence, Every Day
We’re proud to have earned and maintained our status as the only CARF-accredited senior living community in San Diego’s East County. This prestigious distinction means our care providers and services have met and mastered over 1,500 rigorous standards, earning the highest level of accreditation possible. Beyond exceptional hospitality and amenities, you can feel confident knowing that personalized, superior-quality care is always available if your needs change. Learn more about CARF and our dedication to excellence through care.
Learn More About CARFThe Gold Standard of Living
- Restaurant, Bar & Bistro, and Cafe
- Pet-Friendly Residences
- Heated Swimming Pool and Spa
- ZestFit group exercise classes
- Onsite art studio, cinema, and library
- Live entertainment and weekly social events
Serving Excellence
- Dine Your Way® 12 Hours/Day Dining
- Flexible Dining Options
- Health-Focused Menus
- Interactive Culinary Experiences
- Made-to-Order Cuisine
Zestful Living
- Holistic Wellness
- Functional Fitness Classes
- Professional Support
- Enrichment Opportunities
Different Needs, Different Options
From the invigorating freedom of independent living to the caring hand of assisted living to the warm embrace of a memory care environment, residents of La Vida Real enjoy an abundance of fulfilling ways to enjoy life.
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