Solaris 28

Solaris 28 sits tucked away in a private cul de sac in Poway, California, and you'll see that this assisted living facility is licensed for only six residents, so there's a quieter feeling here and more chances for close care, and it's been operating since 2017 under license number 374603813 from the California Department of Social Services. The facility takes people who get SSI and has beds available for them, plus it's approved to work with the San Diego Regional Center, so it can care for seniors who've got memory problems, who are bedbound, or who need total care, and there are special waivers for memory care, locked perimeter, delayed egress, and even care for folks who are bedridden, which gives peace of mind. At Solaris 28, residents can choose private rooms or shared ones, with private rooms costing between $3,800 and $5,000 a month, and there's a pre-admission fee of $500 for private rooms, and some rooms have private bathrooms while others are shared, so it just depends on what someone wants or needs. The place has central dining, a big kitchen, and offers meals, and they make arrangements for transportation to appointments, which helps a lot when getting out isn't easy, and there's a garden, shaded outdoor spaces, and walking paths for folks who like to sit outside or get a little fresh air. For care, you've got staff during the day, staff at night, and a live-in staff member, which means there's always someone around, and there's also housekeeping separate from care staff, plus licensed nurses are on site, though their hours might change. They help with doctor visits by having a mobile physician come by, and they've got a beautician and a manicurist who visit, so you'll see some people getting their hair or nails done. There are religious services and both group and individual activities to keep people connected, and support staff handle activities of daily living and medication management. Security and monitoring systems are set up in the building, so families can feel a little more at ease, and with a small number of residents there's a bit more attention given. Solaris 28 covers different levels of support, including respite care for short-term stays, fall prevention programs, memory care, hospice care, and what they call total care, which covers folks needing the most help. The place is known for being steady, getting a high ChooseWell Score of 99, and it keeps up with new licenses and inspection records, so you'll see it's kept current as of 2025. There's no big flash or long lists of activities, but folks get looked after, their needs are met, and there's some effort made to keep things as personal as possible in this small, home-style setting.