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.

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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.

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The 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

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Serving Excellence

  • Dine Your Way® 12 Hours/Day Dining
  • Flexible Dining Options
  • Health-Focused Menus
  • Interactive Culinary Experiences
  • Made-to-Order Cuisine

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Zestful Living

  • Holistic Wellness
  • Functional Fitness Classes
  • Professional Support
  • Enrichment Opportunities

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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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Lunch & Learn

Join us at La Vida Real on Thursday, January 15th, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for a special Lunch & Learn with our…
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A Toast to Winter Social

Raise a glass on Friday, January 23rd, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. at A Toast to Winter Social! Enjoy a lively social hour featuring…
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Lunch & Learn

Join us on Thursday, February 19, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM for a special Lunch & Learn at our community. This is a…
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Mind • Body • Soul Learning Series: Nourish to Flourish

Step into wellness on Thursday, February 26, from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM and join our Zest Director, Tracey King, for a nutrition talk…
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Life at La Vida Real

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Pets Welcome

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