Solstice Senior Living at El Cajon is an independent-living community designed for older adults who do not need assistance with the activities of daily living but want the reassurance of professional oversight. Residents manage their own day-to-day routines while having access to wellness staff who monitor overall health, coordinate with outside providers when requested, and support preventive care.

Wellness staff perform daily room checks to look in on each resident, and every apartment is connected to an emergency call and response system that summons help at any hour. The community is equipped with a modern smoke alarm and sprinkler network, adding another layer of safety for residents who choose to age in place without the oversight of a higher-level care setting.

Apartments come in a range of floor plans that may include air conditioning, kitchenettes, private patios or balconies, cable or satellite television, and Wi-Fi. Some suites feature wheelchair-accessible showers and handicap-accessible layouts, and the community offers resident parking, a TV lounge, a billiards lounge, a library, and outdoor common areas. Solstice is pet-friendly; however, not every accommodation includes every feature, so prospective residents should verify specific layouts during a tour.

Dining is handled on site, with three meals served daily in a restaurant-style dining room and an additional private dining room available for family gatherings. The culinary team hosts seasonal BBQs and picnics, and menus can be adjusted for special diets such as diabetic, low-sodium, or vegetarian needs.

Residents can spend their days in the fitness center, game room, movie theater, or arts and crafts studio, and a robust calendar covers on-site activities such as yoga, chair yoga, stretching classes, Tai Chi, live music, holiday parties, educational speakers, cooking classes, book club, and trivia games. Off-site day trips, community service projects, happy hours, dances, birthday celebrations, art classes, cooking club, and live theater or dance performances extend engagement beyond the campus, while Live Well programs encourage continued learning and wellness.