Attitudes Senior Care, also sometimes called Alternatives Assisted Living, has several small homes in the Solana Beach, Del Mar, and La Jolla area, including places like 991 Lomas Santa Fe Dr ste C, 740 Santa Paula, and a few others, and it's been running for about 31 years, which is a pretty long time for this kind of home, although it hasn't got accreditation with the Better Business Bureau. It's set up to help groups of up to six residents in each house, and it's especially for seniors who want independence but need some help with daily tasks like bathing or dressing since the staff are ready around the clock to help with things like medicine, hygiene, and getting dressed or undressed. The homes give dementia and Alzheimer's care in a safe setting, and don't forget they have hospice and respite stays if those are needed, and the staff really know how to support folks who need more help, especially with things like diabetic, incontinence, or non-ambulatory care.
There's choice with the rooms, which can be private or shared, most are furnished, they'll have things like air conditioning, viewable photos of the rooms, a kitchenette, private bathrooms, cable TV, phones, and internet, and rooms have bathtubs, wheelchair-friendly showers, and all that you'd expect for comfort. The community lets people keep pets like dogs and cats within size limits, and has a no-smoking rule in indoor spaces, private and shared. Meals are cooked on-site, with some vegetarian dishes and options for certain health needs, and the staff take care of laundry, housekeeping, and making sure the community stays safe and pleasant, which is helped along by the fact that everything is cleaned and maintained.
Attitudes Senior Care offers a range of activities for residents, so there are community programs, regular events, movie nights, social evenings, exercise routines, and music or art programs, even animal therapy and outside trips, with both indoor and outdoor spots to meet or relax. People can use shared spaces like a hot tub, fitness room, book room, or a space for group games, and there's support for Adventist and other religious programs, so both Buddhist and Christian services get held there. Transportation for appointments or outings can be arranged, but there's a cost for that, and parking is available for residents who still drive.
Doctors, nurses, a dentist, podiatrist, and therapy services for speech, occupational, or physical issues can come to the home when needed, and there's always an employee on call, with help available for things like medication management, dressing, bathing, or any health issues big or small. This home gives seniors a place to live where they don't have to worry about cooking, cleaning, or managing a house, and they can expect staff to treat them with respect and show compassion, especially since many folks might deal with higher needs like memory loss or other medical concerns.
This place is really a residential care home, meaning it's not a hospital but more like a house that's set up to help older folks who want to be comfortable and have some support, either for a short or long stay, and it's designed for peace of mind, privacy, and safety, with the chance to be part of a community while still having some independence.
