Serra Sol is a senior living community located in San Juan Capistrano, California, offering specialized assisted living with a primary focus on memory care support for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The facility provides a secured community environment, designed to promote both safety and independence, with dedicated indoor and outdoor walking paths to encourage physical activity. Personalized care plans and 24-hour staffing ensure each resident receives assistance tailored to their individual needs. The memory care program is structured to foster cognitive engagement, while also prioritizing residents’ sense of comfort and familiarity.
Serra Sol’s care and medical support services include comprehensive memory care, incontinence care, and ambulatory care. Staff are trained to provide full assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Medication management is available to help residents adhere to prescribed regimens, and diabetes care is offered with support for monitoring and nutritional management. Fitness programs, including yoga and chair yoga, are regularly scheduled to accommodate different abilities and promote wellness. Residents have access to an on-site barber and beauty salon, and incontinence needs are addressed with dignity and responsiveness. The community offers a variety of organized clubs and social opportunities to encourage connection and engagement among residents.
For transportation needs, Serra Sol offers complimentary transportation services for both medical and non-medical appointments and outings. This support is intended to facilitate residents’ access to healthcare providers, community activities, and shopping, contributing to a sense of independence and continuity in their daily routines.
Residents and family reviews commonly highlight the compassionate and attentive quality of care at Serra Sol, noting that staff members frequently create a welcoming, homelike environment and demonstrate particular patience and affection toward those with dementia. Communication about resident needs is generally considered effective, aiding families in staying informed and involved with care. The facility itself is described as clean, modern, and focused on dietary preferences and comfort. The community’s activity programming, including regular outings and individualized attention from caregivers, is also frequently cited as a positive feature. While one isolated review reported concerns about staff turnover, care follow-through, and dementia-specific training, the broader consensus reflects strong satisfaction with care quality, staff professionalism, and management engagement. Ongoing communication and vigilance are suggested as important for maintaining high standards of care.
As of 2023-2024, Serra Sol Memory Care has not introduced major recent expansions or new services, maintaining its focus on specialized, person-centered memory care within a secure setting. The community’s approach combines safety, engagement, and responsiveness to the evolving needs of its residents and their families.
Costs at this community start at $2,295 and range up to $8,500. The average price in the community is $5,398, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,097. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.