The rooms at Del Obispo Terrace were quite small and there was nothing fancy about it. The hallways were very long, which I did not like. It was very warm inside and that would be very hard for me. There were several people in wheelchairs sitting around the entryway. The receptionist was pleasant and the woman who showed us around was a perfectly adequate person for the job and she was nice enough to us. The only problem for me would be the hallways. If I had a room at the end of the hall, it would be very difficult for me to go to the dining room three times a day because I have a problem walking. They had a room where people were sitting around some tables doing something. The residents were social. The front part of the facility was nice enough looking. The grounds were a parking lot and limited.
Del Obispo Terrace
Offers Assisted Living and Independent Living
26 Reviews
32200 Del Obispo Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Reviews of Del Obispo Terrace
Assisted Living Reviews for Del Obispo Terrace
April 14, 2019
I visited this facility
April 20, 2017
I visited this facility
We loved Del Obispo Terrace. If Mom's going anywhere, that’s where she'll go. I liked the way the rooms were set up and that they check on their residents three times a day to make sure they show up to the meals. I liked all of the social things. It was reasonably priced. The rooms were definitely clean and the perfect size with enough space for the bed and a seating area.
Provider Response
Dear Susan236135, Thank you for your 5-Star Rating! We appreciate feedback very much. We look forward to welcoming your mom to Del Obispo Terrace soon!
February 11, 2017
I visited this facility
I thought Del Obispo Terrace was very nice for the price, which was a little less than many of the ones that I have looked at. They offered a very nice setting and a lot of options. The lady who gave me the tour was very helpful. It was all positive.
February 01, 2017
I visited this facility
Del Obispo Terrace was an older building that showed its age. It was kind of expensive for the size of the room, but the staff was really nice. They had a nice feature where they had somebody who would arrange the resident’s doctor visits and drive them there, so that the family members and the residents didn’t have to. The dining room was fairly big and looked neat and clean. They had activities, like bingo, and a van that would take them out shopping or to a show. The price was too high for what you get, though. They need to lower the price or improve the facility.
Provider Response
Dear Shelby745706, Thank you for your review of our Community. We are glad you noticed our friendly staff, attention to cleanliness and the variety of activities we provide, as well as our transportation schedule. Many of our Residents are pleased with the transportation services including the shopping trips and outings. Our month-to-month rent includes three meals a day, weekly housekeeping, water, sewer, garbage, scheduled transportation, 24 hour staff and life enrichment activities. We believe our Community offers a good value and hope you come back to see us. Thank you again for your review. We really appreciate it.
November 25, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother in law stayed for the 1 month respite and after just 2 weeks decided she would come to live permanently from West Texas. The Staff have all been super friendly, attentive and ready to make any adjustments necessary for her care. Every day thete is a list of activities and social events for the residents. The facility is extremely clean, smells fresh and the dining staff are A+. My mother in law is very excited to come and live here very soon as we get her new cottage ready for her.
Provider Response
Dear Californialivin, Thank you very much for your 5 Star Review. We are so pleased that your mother-in-law enjoyed her respite stay with us and decided to move-in! We are also happy you commented on our friendly staff, attention to cleanliness and the great dining program. We will be sure to share your feedback with our team who will also appreciate your review. Thanks again!
November 23, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother has told me she is HAPPY (I haven't heard her say that in 7 years) and glad she chose to move to Del Obispo! Her dog is spoiled (there are cats and birds too), she had free reign painting and decorating her space (so it is truely hers), the gardens are lovely even with the drought water restrictions, she is involved in putting on plays, playing all sorts of games, exercising daily, going on weekly adventures on their bus (i.e. Baby beach at Dana Point), going out to eat weekly. The staff are genuinely involved and caring; and the residents are engaged. It is not a depressed or sick place like others we saw. Mom once again has friends she can be with every day. She loves that the facility is older, @60 years old with magnificent architecture is - it is truely a Spanish hacienda decorated like someone's personal home, warm and inviting not fluorescent or fake. I have as much fun talking to other residents as I do my own Mom, people smile, and I too feel at home there! But yes, the food is only fair and far inferior to the other facilities she visited before selecting this one. But it's a small price to pay for being at "home" instead of sitting in the hall of a facility that feels like an impersonal hotel no matter how modern and tasteful. I know they are updating and I only hope that they don't take away the very "homeyness" (like the southwestern mural in the dining room) that is the magic of this one of a kind place.
November 13, 2016
I visited this facility
I thought Del Obispo Terrace was a little overpriced for the place. When you walk in, it smelled like moisture in an old building, and the place is older compared to other places that I looked at. The one room that I looked at -- which was on the 1st floor -- felt like Mom would not have enough space there. It didn't look like it was a gated community. At the back patio, there was a wall which was maybe 4 feet high, so it looked like anybody can just climb over the wall. My issues were the security, the moisture smell, andsmall size of the rooms. The lady who showed me around was very nice.
Provider Response
Dear Audrey9, Thank you for taking the time to post a review. We were sorry to see your comments as our Residents consistently tell us how much they enjoy our Community and especially the outdoor patio areas and lovely grounds. We are also known for our great transportation service, busy life enrichment program and focus on customer service. We have a variety of floor plan options, some apartments are larger than others. Our Cottage apartments feature the largest amount of space. We hope that you will come back for another visit. We welcome the chance to serve you. Thanks again!
November 05, 2016
I visited this facility
I thought Del Obispo Terrace was kind of depressing. I think I am not ready for that kind of living yet. I fell and broke my hips, and I’ve just been going downhill ever since, so I went and checked this place out and everything. The staff people were just lovely, and they were very nice people, but it was just depressing. It was well-kept and everything, but very dark. I toured the grounds, and everything just seemed to be dying and weedy looking where it could be just beautiful if they could water more.
Provider Response
Dear Wendy784315 Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear about your broken hip and hope that you are doing better. We often hear how kind and supportive our team members are, and we’re pleased to see your feedback regarding our lovely staff. Our goal is to bring care to Residents as needed, instead of Residents having to make a move when care is needed. We also have many social and active residents who enjoy a variety of life enrichment programs daily. Our Resident population is a good blend of seniors who live independently, as well as Residents who benefit from the support of assisted living. The limited ability to water plants definitely affected some of our landscaping, however, our Residents are still enjoying the grounds and like to be able get out and enjoy the patio areas. Thank you again for your review. We hope you come back and see us again.
October 13, 2016
I visited this facility
Del Obispo Terrace was more expensive, and I didn’t get a good feeling. The place is close to my daughter, and the rooms were fine. The staff was very nice. I believe they have a sitting arrangement in the dining area.
Provider Response
Dear Ann024554, Thank you for your review and nice comments regarding our staff. We often hear how friendly, warm and welcoming are Community is for Residents, family members and guests. Our dining program offers open seating, however, as is true with many senior Communities, Residents tend to have a favorite area to sit, and/or sit in the same place often. We hope that you will come back and visit and perhaps join us for a meal in our dining room or join us for an activity or outing. Thanks again for taking the time to post a review.
September 30, 2016
I visited this facility
We had a very favorable impression with Del Obispo Terrace; the place was nice, and it was very clean. The rooms were of good size, they looked like they had good programs, and it’s something worth looking into. We liked the way the place was laid out because there were separate entertainment areas, TV area, and rooms where they can play cards. There were really nice garden areas outside, where people can go and sit on a nice day and have coffee. The staff from Sales was very informative and proactive.
Provider Response
Dear Dan731268, Thank you very much for your 5 star review! We appreciate it and hope Del Obispo Terrace is where you or your loved one decide to move.
September 03, 2016
I visited this facility
Del Obispo Terrace's rooms were nice-sized. I liked that they had little cottages. They were only 450 square feet, but the layout was good. The cottages had nice patio balconies. The negative was that the food was awful. I liked the location.
Provider Response
Dear Henry636317, Thank you for your nice comments regarding our cottage apartments and great location. We are also pleased you liked our patio areas. It sounds like we may have fallen short in your expectations for food on the day you visited. Please come back and see us again as we would love another opportunity for Del Obispo Terrace to serve you a great meal. Our goal is for every Guest and Resident to enjoy our meals and dining services program. We will share your feedback with our team, and thank you again for the review.
August 18, 2016
I visited this facility
Del Obispo would be my second choice. It was very clean and very nice, and the people were very nice. It was a smaller place with fine food and a bunch of activities. The rooms were decent, a little bit older, and could use an update, but they were still nice.
Provider Response
Dear Serena132486, Thank you for your nice comments regarding our cleanliness and fine food. We are very happy you enjoyed our dining program and activities, and also felt the friendliness of our Community team. We will be sure and share your feedback with our team who takes pride in their work. Our goal is for every Resident and guest to feel at home and welcome and it sounds like we met your expectations in these areas. Please come back and see us again as we would love another opportunity to make Del Obispo Terrace your first choice in senior living.
July 08, 2016
I visited this facility
I would say Del Obispo Terrace certainly wasn’t anything new and modern. The activities at the time weren’t as highly attended as you would hope. There were lots of folks that were just hanging out or taking a nap and there wasn’t a lot of energy. Everything was clean and nice, but I think that the facility itself needs a makeover.
May 10, 2016
I visited this facility
We visited Del Obispo Terrace; it was the cheapest one. The rooms themselves were well kept up every time a resident moved in or out, but I think their common areas need to be updated.
Provider Response
Dear DawnGTMZC, Thank you for taking the time to review our Community. We are so pleased with your 5 star rating and appreciate your positive comments regarding the upkeep of our apartments. We will be sure to share with our team who will be pleased with the recognition as well. As you mention, Del Obispo Terrace is not one of the more modern communities in the area. We are scheduled to receive updates in the near future, however, our goal is also to continue to keep the community comfortable and unique which has appealed to our resident population who make Del Obispo their home. Thank you again for the review!
August 31, 2015
I visited this facility
I went to Del Obispo Terrace, and the facility was very nice and clean. The place is exceptional. The staff was very friendly. The price was very reasonable also for the facility.
December 14, 2013
I am a friend or relative of resident
Fine in most ways but they sometimes lack in a reliable driver who can take people on outings. .
July 12, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
It seems my mom is very happy at Del Obispo Terrace Senior Living. She is happy with the room and the help and the people there are very kind. The staff is working good and by my mom's level of happiness and care I can say that the staff is also very good to her. The food is good but not excellent. Their dining room is spacious. Overall what I like about this facility is it's atmosphere, it is very relaxed and friendly. I think this facility is suitable for someone who is looking for a more relaxed setting; however, they could improve on food a little bit better.
May 31, 2013
I visited this facility
Del Obispo Terrace is probably 30 years old. But it is well-kept, clean, and well-staffed. The tenants seemed happy and content. Each room was separate and they have about three or four different sizes. The thing I liked best was that the rooms were mostly on the lower level, and they are spacious and clean. The place is close to where I live, so I could see mom several times a week if I needed to. The dining room and all the other facilities were just fine. There are no problems whatsoever.
April 30, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
Del Obispo seems fine. She's only been there one day. But the primary reason for picking this place was the price.
September 10, 2012
I visited this facility
This is a good facility. They gave my grandmother a choice between a studio and a one bedroom. We chose to do the one bedroom because gradma likes to host guests but she also sometimes wants privacy. The apartment comes furnished; it already has couches, tables, beds, etc. Each room also has an emergency button, in case something happens and grandma needs immediate assistance. Otherwise, there are certain times during the day when someone will come help grandma do the chores - take her medication, dress, clean the house, etc. If grandma wants to do something in a group, she can always sign up for group activities. They have a few exercise classes (i.e. yoga) and residents are sometimes taken out of the facility for excursions by the seaside. There are also open pathways and benches in the common area so that she can talk to a few of the other residents in an informal, fun way. When grandma is hungry, she can either go to her place and cook in the kitchenette or she can go to the dining hall, where meals are served three times a day. For about $2600 a month, grandma is in a place where she feels happy and we feel she is safe. Overall, I would recommend it highly!
June 29, 2012
I am a friend or relative of a resident
The facilities were nice and well kept, both inside and out. My grandfather had sufficient space in his living quarters. He seemed to be enjoying the home and was friends with several of the other residents. The staff was friendly to me and the other relatives that were there with me and my grandfather didn't have any complaints that he voiced. The facility seemed a little on the expensive side to me, but I suppose it is worth it. The last thing you want is a lackluster nursing home or assisted living facility and this didn't seem to be that in any way. I would recommend this place to others to at least look in to. While I am not an expert on assisted living care facilities, this one did not seem to be lacking. I felt comfortable with my relative living there and he seemed to be comfortable as well.
Independent Living Reviews for Del Obispo Terrace
October 30, 2019
I visited this facility
There are a lot of things I like about Del Obispo Terrace. However, it is very old and more like a nursing home than an independent living. I did like that each unit had a patio or a deck that you could go outside to. However, I didn't care for the arrangement of the rooms. The independent was separated slightly from everything else, but it was a longer walk from there to where you would go in to any activities. It didn't seem much of a place I would want to be in.
March 27, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother moved into Del Obispo Terrace two months ago. She's OK with it. However, she says the food is for somebody that is older that doesn't have their own teeth. It's pretty soft food. There are people younger than her and older than her. The rooms were quite small, but they were nice and clean. It's an older place, but it's OK especially for the money. There were things for people to do. However, I was disappointed with the management. When I initially went in there, they didn't want to talk to me about my mother. They told me I had to talk to my other sister, which I didn't like. They'll talk to her, and they wouldn't talk to the rest of the siblings. We're a little upset about that. They said they wouldn't give us any information.
November 18, 2017
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Beware! Del Obispo Terrace Doesn't Care!
I had my loved one in this facility for less than two weeks. He went downhill fast, losing weight, developing Sepsis and a glandular glob on his face due to dehydration. After an emergency trip to Mission Hospital, a week stay there and a week in Rehabilitation, we left this awful place.
Del Obispo Terrace is threatening to charge us 2 months rent for a ten day stay, even though Rehabilitation recommended a small Board and Care for the future health of my loved one. Make no mistake, Del Obispo Terrace's Primary Care is Money. San Juan Capistrano should be ashamed Del Obispo Terrace leases space in their city.
I found Del Obispo Terrace to be a disturbing wake up call the the realities of what certain Paid Care can be for an elderly senior, who because of his severely decreased mobility, is dependent on the kindness of strangers. My loved one was neglected! He was never dressed and sometimes he was not even able to get to his food. It was placed beyond his reach. I could go on, but why?
Beware! Our Stay at Del Obispo Terrace Was a Nightmare!
October 10, 2016
I visited this facility
We visited Del Obispo Terrace. Everything was fine. The grounds were manicured. What can I say? It was very well taken care of. I just toured the place on my own and checked everything out. They did have a presentation that was about 45 minutes by an outside lawyer, and I listened to that. It was very informative. They’re playing bingo and that’s about it. The dining area was very nice. They have a little exercise room and a kind of living room-reading room.
August 18, 2016
I visited this facility
I love the fact that Del Obispo Terrace is peaceful and calm and for seniors only. The place is brand new and very clean, and the staff is very helpful. Their accommodations are OK.
Provider Response
Dear Newmonth, Thank you for your review. We are very happy you enjoyed your visit and appreciated our cleanliness. While we are not a new Community, we work diligently to keep our Community clean and enjoyable for all our Residents. Our team will also be pleased to hear you found them helpful. Please come back and visit us again soon! We hope Del Obispo Terrace will be your new home.
Questions about Del Obispo Terrace
What places are near Del Obispo Terrace or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
We are about a mile from downtown San Juan and the historic Los Rios District. We are also two miles from the Dana Point Harbor.
What transportation services does Del Obispo Terrace offer to assisted living residents?
We offer transportation two days a week to medical apt and also shopping.
What makes the chef or dining program at Del Obispo Terrace exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
We have a daily feature option and a weekly alternative. We can work with special diets
What safety features or security measures does Del Obispo Terrace offer to assisted living residents?
All residents have emergency pendants and pull cords in the restrooms
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Del Obispo Terrace during daytime and nighttime hours?
Our staffing is based off our resident care needs
If Del Obispo Terrace accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We are pet-friendly and accept small pets such as dogs, cats, and birds. The animals can enjoy the common areas as long as they are on a leash.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Downtown San Juan has lots of restaurants and antique shops. We are also close to the Dana Point Harbor which is a great place to picnic and walk.
What transportation services does Del Obispo Terrace offer to independent living residents?
We offer transportation to medical appointments and weekly shopping
What makes the chef or dining program at Del Obispo Terrace exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
We have a daily feature special and a weekly alternative option. We can work with special diets.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
We have two living room areas, a card/game room, and a private cafe.
What safety features or security measures does Del Obispo Terrace offer to independent living residents?
All residents have an emergency pendant as well as pull cords in the restrooms
If Del Obispo Terrace accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We are pet-friendly and have two outdoor courtyards where residents can walk their animals.
Does Del Obispo Terrace work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
No
What safety features or security measures does Del Obispo Terrace provide to protect residents who wander?
We are not a secured building and cannot accept residents who wander or have a dementia diagnosis.
Services and Amenities of Del Obispo Terrace
Room and housing options
- Studio Apartments
- Detached Homes
- Housing Extra: Cottages
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Health services
- Skilled Nursing
- Hospice Care
- Medication Management
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Arts And Crafts
Financial guidance
- Va Benefits Consultation
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Languages
- English
General
- Resident Capacity: 94
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 65
- Pets: Yes
Types of care
- Walking Wheelchair Assistance
Licenses
- State Licenses: 306003830
About Del Obispo Terrace
Quality, compassionate independent living, assisted living and respite care services for seniors in beautiful, historic San Juan Capistrano, CA. Nestled next to the Armstrong Gardens' growing fields, Del Obispo Terrace offers a rural environment with generous grounds including a beautiful promenade and rose garden. Life at Del Obispo Terrace offers freedom from household chores, including housekeeping and laundry. Dine restaurant-style in our dining room three times a day and choose from an extensive menu of freshly cooked meals. Enjoy transportation in our van to your doctor appointments, shopping, banking, and various other community activities. Our goal is to support each individual, while providing opportunities for meaningful day-to-day living. We are a homelike environment encouraging residents to be as independent as possible yet providing assistance when needed.
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