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Welcome to La Vida Real

The first thing you’ll notice about La Vida Real is the charming Spanish-style architecture, surrounded by lush gardens, mature palm trees, and walking paths that span 11 beautifully landscaped acres in Rancho San Diego. This is senior living designed for the way you want to live—where Independent Living and Assisted Living come together in a vibrant, resort-style setting. As a CARF-accredited community, La Vida Real offers more than exceptional hospitality and amenities—it provides the confidence of knowing that personalized care is available if ever needed.

Here, aging in place is not just a promise, but a thoughtfully designed experience. With a holistic approach to wellness, enriching programs, and an active, welcoming community, La Vida Real offers a place where you can thrive, stay connected, and feel completely at home. It’s the perfect place to begin your next chapter—with freedom today and peace of mind for tomorrow.

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Meet Cathie

Who is better to explain living at an SRG community than our own residents? Meet Cathie! She and her husband Ken have loved living at La Vida Real for almost five years. Discover a first-hand look at life well lived at La Vida Real.

Life, Tailored to You

  • 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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Tastebud Euphoria

  • 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 is on us! Join us for a delicious chef-prepared meal featuring fresh, flavorful dishes from our menu. Get all your questions answered about…
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Lunch & Learn

Lunch is on us! Join us for a delicious chef-curated meal featuring fresh, flavorful dishes from our menu. Learn more about our charming San…
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22nd Anniversary Soirée

Celebrate 22 incredible years with us at La Vida Real’s Anniversary Celebration! Step into a world of wonder with our Cirque du Soleil–themed event,…
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The CARF accreditation difference

You can learn a lot by visiting a community, but how do you measure quality behind the scenes? We suggest starting with communities that have been thoroughly evaluated and accredited. La Vida Real is accredited by (CARF), the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.

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  • Rated 5 stars

    The facility is very nice and the presentation was very professional and friendly. Recommend people should look at this location.

    Robert Hartwig
    Google Review

  • Rated 5 stars

    There’s a lot I like about your facility and first of all I liked the entrance and grounds, I felt it was well kept up. My tour went well, I was impressed also with the inside the building. I feel Christine presented herself very well and took the time to explain this very complicated situation. We still have a ways to go and I appreciate her help. Thanks to both of them. Elizabeth D.

    Elizabeth Dowler
    Google Review

  • Rated 5 stars

    Had a wonderful tour this week. Thank you Kennia for showing me around and explaining all of the amazing amenities. La Vida Real has moved to the top of my list as I explore my senior living options. I’m sure I’ll be back for another visit as I get closer to my final decision. Thanks again, JB

    J Briggs
    Google Review

  • Rated 5 stars

    The location was ideal since it’s midway between me and my family. It the only facility we found to offer an independent living option, as well as assisted living and memory care

    Anonymous
    AplaceForMom Review

  • Rated 5 stars

    Jerre was my late husband’s name, but I, Val, took the tour at La Vida Real. Christiana showed me all around and spent a lot of time explaining everything to me. The place is very nice, beautifully decorated and the grounds are very well maintained as I greatly appreciate. Thx for the tour Christina. – Val Crabtree

    Jerre Crabtree
    Google Review

  • Rated 5 stars

    Beautiful place and we enjoyed the tour

    Nancy Soule
    Birdeye Review

  • Rated 5 stars

    I feel that La Vida Real is a home where my mom could reside in complete comfort, style, and unsurpassed care to meet her particular needs. At the same time, she has the option to go to her home to enjoy holiday family gatherings. La Vida Real makes the best of both worlds possible. La Vida Real is a community within a community. Complete with hair salons, nail professionals, theaters, provided transportation, swimming pools, and first class dining, there is nothing that La Vida Real residents lack. This is exactly what I want for my mom, a dream come true.

    michele baker
    Google Review

  • Rated 5 stars

    It was a wonderful experience. Everyone was so welcoming. The entertainment was great.

    Susannah Berning
    Google Review

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