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La Vida Real

11588 Via Rancho San Diego

El Cajon, CA 92019

177 beds • Est. 2014 (11 years)


FYI Safety Score

5.2 Fair

12 citations in the last 2 years and 4 older across 46 inspections, plus 11 substantiated complaints. We'd recommend reviewing the full state record before visiting. Last inspected in January 2026.

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Why we like it

La Vida Real is a 177-bed assisted living community in El Cajon, in eastern San Diego County. Its large scale and inland location offer a more affordable alternative to coastal communities, though families should carefully review its inspection history.

  • Large community resources

    At 177 beds, La Vida Real has the capacity for diverse programming, multiple dining options, and dedicated care teams across different service levels.

  • East County value

    El Cajon's inland location typically means more accessible pricing compared to coastal San Diego communities, while still being a reasonable drive from the city center.

  • Established East County presence

    A well-known community in the El Cajon area with a long history serving San Diego's eastern suburbs.

  • Below-average safety record

    A safety score of 5.2 falls below the statewide average, indicating a history of citations or complaints that warrants attention. Families should request recent inspection reports and ask specific questions about how issues have been addressed.

  • Inland heat

    El Cajon's inland valley location means significantly warmer summers than the coast, which may limit outdoor activities during peak heat months.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Studio$6,540/mo
1 Bedroom$7,735/mo

Independent Living

Studio$5,475/mo
1 Bedroom$5,695/mo
2 Bedroom$7,000/mo

Memory Care

Shared Room$7,950/mo
Studio$9,775/mo

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Where you'll live

11588 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA 92019

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Amenities & Services

Memory Care Program
Physical Therapy
Dining
Activities Program
Fitness Center
Library
Movie Theater
Art Studio
Swimming Pool
Pet Friendly

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
374603565
Capacity
177 beds
Size
Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since
December 30, 2014 (11 years)
Licensee
Lvr Subtenant Llc; Srg Managment Llc
Administrator
Garcia, Kimberly
ALW Participant
No
Phone
(619) 660-5778
Address
11588 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA 92019

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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