Casa de las Campanas

I moved to Casa in 2023 from Virginia to be closer to my children. I looked at several communities and I am so glad I chose this one. My apartment is lovely, with a view of California mountains. I have made wonderful new friends. I have found activities that keep me active, engaged and happy. It’s a wonderful place to live and I’m glad I found it!

My wife and I moved into Casa from Oceanside, CA two years ago. It was not a particularly difficult decision since we knew some friends who were already residents of Casa and we have visited the place a number of times while waiting for the type of unit to become available. We only looked at a couple of other places and decided on Casa, mainly because it is a nonprofit type A CCRC and friendliness seems to be in the culture of the residents. We really discovered many of the merits and advantages in the two years after we moved in. We first thought that moving inland from Oceanside, Casa would probably be hotter in the summer, but instead found living in Rancho Bernardo quite comfortable, perhaps due to the heavier vegetation coverage of the nearby hills and the abundance of tall trees. Another advantage we did not realize initially was the close proximity to San Diego zoo Safari park, which has now become our regular morning hiking place. Casa has a well maintained landscaped campus and excellent recreation facilities. The garden pool and jacuzzi are especially attractive. Not only because the environment is resort-like but the 100F salt water of the jacuzzi, combined with physical therapy, did wonders for the recovery of my injured back last year. Casa has ample culture and recreation activities for residents to lead an active and lively life. In addition, there are many residents-organized clubs pursuing various interests. It may be a bit unusual for a senior living community but Casa has an active High Adventure Club which we took advantage of and really enjoyed paragliding over the cliffs at Torrey Pines. The meals in Casa at three dining venues provide residents with variety and flexibility to form their own plans. The large buffet at the main dining room is especially popular. We have actually met residents who had moved from other CCRC to Casa simply to get away from an order-from-menu-only meal system. Having lived here for two years, we definitely believ

People often ask what it's like to live at Casa de las Campanas. After more than 14 years here, my answer is simple: it's home. We just celebrated our 10th annual Performing Arts Company show. Forty-seven of us residents volunteered our talents. From writing and directing to costumes, sets, music, and backstage, we worked together to create two packed performances. Residents entertaining residents...and having the time of our lives doing it! What I love most about Casa is that it's filled with people who stay engaged, support one another, and continue pursuing passions they may never have imagined in retirement. The friendships, opportunities, and sense of purpose make this an extraordinary community. I'm as happy with my decision today as I was the day I moved in.