Solstice Senior Living At Apple Valley

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Solstice Senior Living At Apple Valley

Solstice Senior Living At Apple Valley is an independent living community in Apple Valley, CA.

Information last verified:

20594 Bear Valley Road, Apple Valley, CA 92308

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 207 reviews
5 stars
139
4 stars
48
3 stars
12
2 stars
5
1 stars
3

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Solstice Senior Living At Apple Valley Costs & Pricing

Solstice Senior Living At Apple Valley offers competitive pricing for its residents compared to both San Bernardino County and the broader California area. For instance, a studio apartment at Solstice is priced at $2,336 per month, which is significantly lower than the county average of $3,455 and even more favorable than the state average of $4,145. Similarly, one-bedroom units at Solstice are available for $3,269, closely aligning with the county's rate of $3,548 but still representing a better value when set against California's average of $4,340. The two-bedroom options present a similar trend; while priced at $4,195 within the community, they remain above the county's average of $3,893 yet well below California's high average of $5,270. Overall, Solstice Senior Living provides an appealing balance between quality living accommodations and affordability in this competitive market.

Floor plansSolstice Senior Living At Apple ValleySan Bernardino CountyCalifornia
Studio$2,336$3,455$4,145
1 Bedroom$3,269$3,548$4,340
2 Bedrooms$4,195$3,893$5,270

Overall Review of Solstice Senior Living At Apple Valley

Pros

  • pro The staff are excellent, friendly, and helpful.
  • pro The facility is consistently clean and well maintained.
  • pro The living spaces offer ample room and are well appointed.
  • pro Residents describe Solstice as a wonderful, caring, and supportive community.
  • pro The meals are well prepared with good variety, and security is in place.
  • pro The grounds are attractive and feature walking paths.
  • pro On-site amenities include a beauty salon, pool tables, a movie room, a library, and a chapel.
  • pro The atmosphere feels like a five-star hotel and resort.
  • pro The staff and caregivers provide peace of mind to families.
  • pro The activities and events keep residents engaged, active, and happy.
  • pro The staff handle emergencies professionally and compassionately.
  • pro Solstice is described as home away from home, with a family-like environment.

Cons

  • pro They were led to believe it was independent living, but it felt like living in a cuckoo's nest.
  • pro It wasn't what they expected and they would not recommend it unless they needed help.
  • pro A great many residents have dementia, seats can't be saved at a four-top, and they sat with people acting very strange; one lady even tried to kiss him, which was disturbing.
  • pro The food was terrible.
  • pro They were told bathing and feeding would be provided, but that never happened, and an extra fee was charged.
  • pro The cleanliness of the rooms and personal hygiene were lacking, with a resident lying in his own urine and feces and no action taken.
  • pro Since Solstice took over, things have gone downhill and many residents have moved out.
  • pro They would not recommend Whispering Winds.

Review

Solstice Senior Living at Apple Valley is best suited for active seniors and couples who want a resort-like independent living experience with a comprehensive set of amenities, a service-oriented staff, and a lively social calendar. The community shines for residents who prize dependable dining, regular activities, and the option to live in stylish apartments or stand-alone cottages on a well-kept campus. With recent remodeling in common areas and kitchens, plus amenities such as a large dining room, beauty salon, workout and recreation spaces, a library, and on-site transportation, the environment invites ongoing social engagement and practical convenience, especially for those near shopping and medical services in Apple Valley.

Those who should consider alternatives include individuals who need substantial on-site care, daily nursing assistance, or memory-care support. Reviews indicate that dementia is present among some residents and that Solstice Apple Valley does not operate a dedicated memory-care unit or provide round-the-clock personal care on every floor. The cost structure can be high, and some residents report additional charges for services that might be included elsewhere. For seniors who require guaranteed on-site care or more transparent, inclusive pricing, traditional assisted living with on-site care or a dedicated memory-care community may prove a better match.

The standout pros, friendly, attentive staff; meticulous maintenance; abundant activities; strong dining; and a hotel-like atmosphere, often offset the main downsides. Front-line caregivers receive frequent praise for being responsive and compassionate, while the dining program earns repeated compliments for variety, quality, and a restaurant-like service ethos, including dietary accommodations. The property feels safe and polished, with secure access, regular housekeeping, a beauty salon, a shuttle, and inviting gathering spaces. These strengths help neutralize concerns about cost, occasional staff turnover, and the reality that some care needs would require external arrangements, especially as renovations progress and the community evolves.

Dining and social life stand out as major strengths, with menus described as varied and appetizing and portions generous enough to satisfy many residents. The dining experience is often likened to cruise-style quality, with accommodations for lactose intolerance and other dietary needs. A few reviewers note areas for improvement, the occasional repetition of menu items and the perception that some spaces function more like a cafeteria than a refined dining room. The absence of guaranteed on-site care remains a trade-off to consider, along with questions about what is included in the base rent versus what incurs extra charges. Prospective residents should verify exactly what services accompany the listed price and how that aligns with personal care expectations.

From a community-building standpoint, Solstice Apple Valley frequently earns high marks. Residents and families describe a warm, family-like culture where people know each other and rally around someone who needs support. The campus supports a broad slate of activities, card groups, exercise classes, outings, crafts, and performances, helping to prevent isolation and nurture belonging. The option of independent living accommodations, including cottages, provides privacy while keeping the social network readily accessible. The overall atmosphere is repeatedly characterized as clean, welcoming, and well organized, fostering trust among families who want reassurance that their loved ones are thriving in a respectful, attentive environment.

Bottom line: Solstice Senior Living at Apple Valley is a compelling choice for independent-minded seniors who crave a high-end, amenity-rich environment, consistent staff engagement, and regular social stimulation, with the peace of mind that comes from a well-supported community. It excels for residents who do not need guaranteed on-site daily caregiving or memory-care services and who can accept the pricing as part of a premium lifestyle investment. For those requiring guaranteed personal care, 24/7 nursing, or dedicated memory support, alternatives with integrated care will deliver greater certainty. In short, Solstice offers an exceptional living experience for the right resident profile; use the tour to confirm care options, rate structure, and long-term needs before committing.

Features

Housing

  • 115 resident community capacity 115 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Detached homes Detached homes
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Companion care Companion care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Personal care assistants Personal care assistants
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Low fat Low fat
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Renal Renal
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Book club Book club
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Description

Solstice Senior Living at Apple Valley is an assisted living community located in the charming city of Apple Valley, CA. Our community offers a wide range of amenities and care services to ensure that our residents enjoy a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle.

Our residents can take advantage of our beauty salon, where they can pamper themselves and enhance their personal style. They can also stay connected with their favorite shows and movies with access to cable or satellite TV. For convenient transportation, we offer community-operated transportation services and can arrange transportation for non-medical purposes.

We understand the importance of staying connected in today's digital age, which is why we provide a computer center and Wi-Fi or high-speed internet throughout the community. Residents can stay active and fit in our fitness room or enjoy some friendly competition in our gaming room. Our beautifully landscaped garden and outdoor patio provide peaceful outdoor spaces for relaxation.

All of our apartments come fully furnished, and each resident has their own private bathroom. Our dedicated housekeeping staff ensures that living spaces are kept clean and tidy.

At Solstice Senior Living at Apple Valley, dining is a delightful experience with restaurant-style meals prepared by our talented culinary team. We accommodate special dietary restrictions to meet the unique needs of our residents.

We offer a variety of activities to foster social engagement and promote overall well-being. From fitness programs to planned day trips, there is always something exciting happening at our community. We also encourage resident-run activities to create a sense of empowerment and inclusivity. Our concierge services are available to assist residents with any additional needs or requests they may have.

In terms of care services, we have a 24-hour call system in place to ensure that help is readily available whenever needed. Our compassionate staff provides assistance with dressing, medication management, meal preparation and service, as well as transportation arrangements for doctor's appointments.

Solstice Senior Living at Apple Valley is conveniently located near parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, theaters, and hospitals. Our community provides a warm and welcoming environment where residents can thrive in their golden years.

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • Linko Sushi (1.4 miles)
  • Del Taco (1.5 miles)
  • Panda Express (1.6 miles)
  • Denny's (2 miles)
  • Jack In The Box (2 miles)
  • Rusty Bull Roadhouse (2.6 miles)
  • Del Taco (3.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Doctor Mike's Walk-In Clinic (1.5 miles)
  • Infinity Pediatrics (1.5 miles)
  • Vikram S. Parmar, DPM (1.5 miles)
  • Spring Valley Lake Wellness Center (3.4 miles)
  • High Desert Eye Center (3.9 miles)
  • Dr Valencia-pediatrician (4.3 miles)
  • Physicians Surgery Center (4.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Speciality (3.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark Jess Ranch (2 miles)
  • Hesperia Cinema 12 (6.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Loma Linda University Neurosurgery (2.7 miles)
  • DVMG. Mammography (4.4 miles)
  • Desert Physicians Management (5.2 miles)
  • Corwin Medical Center (5.4 miles)
  • St Mary Medical Center Mommy & ME Program (5.6 miles)

Parks

  • Lions Park (3.1 miles)
  • Mojave Narrows Regional Park (3.9 miles)
  • Doris Davies Park (6 miles)
  • Hesperia Civic Plaza Park (6.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Mile High Cafe (5.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.5 miles)
  • Molly Brown's Country Cafe (5.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak Station (6.3 miles)
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (6.8 miles)

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