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The cost of independent living in Shady Dell is about $4,636 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 140 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Last Updated: 6/19/25
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Photo of Lantern Crest Senior Living
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8.7
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37 reviews
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It is pricey, but the rooms are good size. We love the room and view we have - 4th floor (top), looking west across the valley. The Care Staff are super friendly and attentive. Location is convenient to most...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Lantern Crest Senior Living, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed...
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Photo of Gateway Park Senior Living
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23 reviews
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1. Overall it is a nice facility with upgrades being done. 2. The facility looks clean but could improve the flowerbeds with more mulch. 3. Everybody, both staff and residents, is very friendly and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Gateway Park Senior Living is located in Poway, CA. Poway is a part of San Diego County, and this independent living community provides seniors with a great location to call home. Poway offers much to do and see, so that residents and their guests always have entertainment options. Those who...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Sabre Springs
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66 Floor plans available
8.5
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17%
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The meals and dining could use some improvements and its expensive but I think it's all worth it. It feels more like a hotel than a nursing facility. The staff are great and they keep the place very clean My...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ivy Park at Sabre Springs is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a tranquil neighborhood within the city of San Diego. Just off of the Ted Williams Freeway, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Pomerado Hospital, bustling shopping centers and exquisite dining options. Whether you’re...
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Individual housekeeping for units is fair compared to the overall cleanliness. There is frequent turnover of management. They need more activities for men. The parking for visitors is a problem.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled in the exclusive community of Rancho Bernardo, The Remington Club is a vibrant, independent, and assisted living community surrounded by serene gardens, breathtaking mountain views, and centrally located near shopping and restaurants. Our newly refreshed common spaces provide...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Shady Dell, CA

The average cost of senior living in Shady Dell is $4,636 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $2,947 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shady Dell, CA vs. nearby cities

Shady Dell, CA
$4,636/mo
$4,663/mo
$4,533/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shady Dell, CA vs. the state and national average

Shady Dell, CA
$4,636/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shady Dell vs. other types of senior living

$5,939/mo
Independent Living
$4,636/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shady Dell, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,195/mo
Studio
$5,291/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,624/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,707/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,695/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Shady Dell over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Shady Dell

Recent reviews for independent living in Shady Dell

White Sands, a CCRC in La Jolla, CA

5.0
White Sands facility has everything from independent living to skilled nursing. They have a lot of activities to offer, it is in a really beautiful location. We could not be happier with our decision, we know our mother is safe there. The food is excellent with a wide range of choices. The rooms ...
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Novellus Clairemont in San Diego, CA

4.0
My loved one has recently made the move into this community and so far I have no complaints of how things had been going for him. He has had a few health problems but other than that the experience has been pleasant for him. The staff have done a great job at staying organized in his care plan ...
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Crest View Manor, Inc. in Escondido, CA

5.0
My mom really liked Crest View Manor. It has a great staff and is very clean. I would definitely recommend Crest View Manor to anyone. They were great. Unfortunately my mom was there during Covid, so there wasn't too much activities taking place. But it was a great facility.

Shady Dell independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shady Dell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shady Dell, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shady Dell independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shady Dell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shady Dell, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
83.3%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
83.3%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
34.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shady Dell independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shady Dell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shady Dell, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
83.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shady Dell independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Shady Dell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shady Dell, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
83.3%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
83.3%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
50%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
47.4%
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Cypress Court, Paradise Village and Sunrise of La Costa are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shady Dell, California. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Shady Dell, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Shady Dell, California are Paradise Village, Solstice at El Cajon and Westmont of Encinitas. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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