Silverado San Juan Capistrano
Memory Care Community

30311 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

(949) 240-0550

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Located right off the 5 freeway at Junipero Serra Road and close to Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, Mission Viejo and Coto de Caza, Silverado San Juan Capistrano is more than just assisted living. It is a specialized memory care community dedicated to enriching life for the memory impaired.

  • Dedicated entirely to the care of people living with dementia

    Three care “neighborhoods” provide varying levels of care for residents at different stages.

    Amenities and features focused on the needs of individuals with dementia.
  • 100% of associates are dementia care certified

    Certification program requires 40 hours of classroom and hands-on training.

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  • Dual focus on clinical excellence and resident comfort

    Physician medical director, masters level social worker and 24-hour licensed nurses.

    Wide range of amenities to creating an enriching, fulfilling environment.

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  • Internationally recognized brain-health program

    Nexus at Silverado, our internationally recognized, evidence-based brain health program, is a non-drug approach that has improved cognition and function for many persons in the earlier stages of living with dementia.

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  • Voted U.S. News Best Memory Care 2025-26

    Verified Silverado families voted Silverado San Juan Capistrano to the excusive “Best Memory Care” list for the third time.

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  • World-class NPS score of 80 based on US News & World Report Survey

    Net Promoter Score or NPS measures how likely customers are to recommend a service. Scores range from -100 to +100.

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    What sets Silverado apart?

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    What does Silverado mean to the families we serve? Let them tell you!
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    Silverado residents enjoy unique and innovative programs and amenities.
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    Silverado communities are designed to meet the needs of residents with dementia.
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    Verified U.S. News family reviews

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    Every year Silverado families are surveyed by U.S. News & World Report about their experience with us. Here are just a few comments shared by verified Silverado San Juan Capistrano family members when surveyed:

    “When I brought my Uncle here from New York he was in bad shape, both mentally and physically. Silverado SJC brought him back to life! That was over 7 years ago and he is still doing great! He is clean, safe, and happy! No BS, this place saved my Uncle and myself!”

    “Silverado is a beautiful held together by people who treat the residents like family. It is large enough to have all the great amenities but small enough tat everyone knows each other and treats each other like family.”

    “San Juan Capistrano makes my dad feel so wanted and loved. I feel very comfortable having my father there.”

    “Silverado has the most wonderful staff and the atmosphere is very beautiful and inviting. A great place for residents to live in.”

    “Silverado in San Juan Capistrano was a perfect place for my father to spend his last few years. The staff always had him dressed and interacting with other residents. He felt like he had friends there. I loved that there were gardens for him to look at, pets to interact with. It was the best quality of life we could give him for those final years of his life.”

    To read more, please visit the U.S. News & World Report official website.

    Why choose Silverado?

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    Many families shared the peace of mind they experienced when they finally chose Silverado after wrestling with feelings of guilt that comes from deciding to reach out for help. Even a family working together cannot replicate what an expert team of professionals who do this for a living and get to go home at night and rest can provide. Even superhuman strength eventually gives out. Once families make a move to Silverado and see that their loved one is better off and they can sleep again, the common refrain is, “I should have moved my loved one in earlier.” They are relieved to be the daughter, son, husband, or wife again and not the caregiver.

    We want to reassure you that we understand that no one knows your loved one more than you do. We are the experts in what we do, having led the way in memory care for over 20 years. Families have shared they recognized that a delay in placement is a delay in care in treating this illness, and we know that a delay can result in a dangerous crisis for the exhausted caregiver or your loved one. Do not wait for an emergency. We invite you to give us a call at (949) 240-0550 and schedule a time to visit Silverado San Juan Capistrano.

    In fact, we’re so confident that Silverado is the best choice to provide for your loved one’s needs we offer a satisfaction pledge unequaled in memory care.

    We look forward to meeting you soon.

    Meet our team

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    Sheila Fike WEB
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    Sheila Fike

    Administrator

    Sheila first became a part of the Silverado family back in 2007, when she joined the San Juan Capistrano community. After a brief hiatus, she returned in 2023 as the Administrator, bringing with her 25 years of dedicated service in assisted living. Sheila earned her Master’s in Human Resources from the Chapman Brandman School of Business.

    If you happen to visit the San Juan Capistrano community, you’ll always find Sheila engaging in meaningful interactions with residents and associates. Her passion lies in dementia care, and she considers it a privilege to contribute to residents’ happiness and safety, regardless of their stage in their journey. Throughout her extensive career, Sheila has consistently prioritized facilitating the smoothest possible transition for families seeking the right care for their loved ones.

    Outside of Silverado, Sheila enjoys spending time with her family whether it be outdoors, hiking, or raising their chickens and four dogs.

    Administrator Sheila Fike

    Jason Abney, D.O.
    Jason Abney, D.O.

    Jason Abney, D.O.

    Medical Director

    Jason Abney, DO developed his compassion for working with the elderly much earlier than most doctors. It sprung from his loving relationship with his grandparents, and shaped his philosophy of care centers providing the most compassionate and dignified experience to residents and their families. Silverado is fortunate to have Dr. Abney on the team. He is board certified in family medicine, is an associate medical director for his medical group and shares his passion for elderly care through teaching. He received the 2013 Senior Care Hero Award for Outstanding Physician.

    Medical Director Jason Abney, D.O.

    Dr. Torsten Kruse - Medical Director
    Dr. Torsten Kruse - Medical Director

    Dr. Torsten Kruse

    Medical Director

    Preserving independence and good health is a goal Torsten Kruse, MD tirelessly pursues in his career. His education has taught him the importance of protecting optimal levels of function, which aligns perfectly with Silverado San Juan Capistrano. He is board certified in internal medicine, and has a special interest in caring for the elderly. Dr. Kruse also brings an extensive background in cardiology. Dr. Kruse’s unique union of training comes from his residency through University of California, Los Angeles, and his geriatric fellowship at University of California.

    Medical Director Dr. Torsten Kruse

    Jaclyn Vasquez, MSN, RN

    Director of Health Services

    Jaclyn joined the Silverado family, drawn by their shared commitment to enriching lives of individuals living with memory impairment. Prior to joining Silverado, she worked in neurology, specializing in conditions such as strokes, seizures, Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related disorders. Additionally, Jaclyn has a background in training nurses and nursing assistants.

    Jaclyn genuinely enjoys connecting and building relationships with residents and associates. Silverado families greatly appreciate her presence and witnessing her engage with residents as she makes her rounds at the community.

    Outside of Silverado, Jaclyn enjoys spending quality time with her family, whether it’s visiting Disneyland, the Great Wolf Lodge or cheering for her favorite hockey team, the Anaheim Ducks.

    Director of Health Services Jaclyn Vasquez, MSN, RN

    Casey Lambert - Director of Resident and Family Services
    Casey Lambert - Director of Resident and Family Services

    Casey Lambert

    Director of Resident and Family Services

    With a Master’s in Gerontology from California State University, Fullerton, Casey started her career with the senior population as a social worker in skilled nursing. Her favorite part of working with Silverado is getting to know all the residents and families. She also has a special love for the animals.

    Director of Resident and Family Services Casey Lambert

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    Andrea Furch

    Family Ambassador

    Andrea brings over 18 years of dedicated experience to dementia care, having started her career at Silverado. Her experience and extensive knowledge of dementia progression enables her to effectively educate and support families navigating memory care. Andrea is passionate about ensuring families and their loved ones experience a smooth transition, and she is fully committed to making a positive impact in their lives. Her devotion to spending quality time with residents and their families underscores her commitment to enriching lives.

    Outside of Silverado, Andrea enjoys spending quality time with her beautiful family, close friends and fur babies.

    Family Ambassador Andrea Furch

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    Heather Sahargun

    Director of Resident Engagement

    Heather brings a rich background in making a positive impact through various roles. She has served as a Recreation Therapist at CHOC, contributed to AIDS care teams and volunteered with Meals on Wheels and hospice organizations.

    Heather first joined the Silverado family in 2011 when her mother became a resident. Over the next seven years, she fell in love with Silverado’s culture, admiring the love, care and deep compassion shown by every single associate. This experience inspired Heather to become a volunteer and later join the team as a Resident Engagement Associate. Today, she serves as the Director of Resident Engagement, where she finds it a true gift to lead and create meaningful experiences for residents.

    Outside of her work at Silverado, Heather has been married for 30 years and has two children. She also has a dog named Pippi, who is the most popular member of the family!

    Director of Resident Engagement Heather Sahargun

    Leo Aguilar San Juan
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    Leonardo Aguilar

    Director of Culinary Services

    Leo joined Silverado in 2008 as a Culinary Aide. At the time, he was working three jobs and also caring for his grandfather who was struggling with dementia and cancer. His devotion to his grandfather pushed him to look for opportunities to work with seniors.

    Once at Silverado, Leo quickly moved up to being a Cook in 2010 and then the Director of Culinary Services in 2012. In 2013, Leo won the coveted ALFA (Assisted Living Federation of America) HERO award and was presented the award for excellence by Laura Bush. In 2014, Leo was again promoted to National Support, traveling to Silverado communities and assisting in training new culinary directors.

    He has assisted in more than 10 grand opening events while still maintaining an excellent culinary team at San Juan Capistrano. Leo says that Silverado “is like home, when I am away, I look forward to coming back to work”.

    In his spare time, Leo enjoys spending time with his family, watching cooking shows, cooking with his mom and working on cars.

    Director of Culinary Services Leonardo Aguilar

    Russ Windes

    Director of Plant Operations

    Russ brings over 25 years of experience in maintenance, engineering and management across diverse industries. As an accomplished maintenance director, supervisor and master technician, he has excelled in overseeing various operations across facilities.

    Russ proudly belongs to the Nation of Muscogee (Creek Indian Tribe, Wind Clan). He cherishes his role as a father to four adult children and their miniature pinscher, Minnie. Additionally, Russ loves fishing, hiking, kayaking and enjoys playing basketball and pickleball.

    Director of Plant Operations Russ Windes

    Stephanie Carillo

    Business Office Coordinator

    Stephanie joined Silverado in 2017 as a Resident Engagement Assistant and quickly developed a strong affinity for the residents and company culture. With a strong background in customer service, she quickly advanced to the role of Front Desk Receptionist. Stephanie’s proactive attitude and commitment to excellence led to another promotion to Administrative Assistant. Today, she serves as the Business Office Coordinator and continues to show her dedication and love for the residents at Silverado San Juan Capistrano.

    When visiting the community, you’ll frequently find Stephanie assisting residents and associates outside of her office. With a genuine passion for enriching lives, she takes the time to connect with residents, families and associates, becoming a trusted source of guidance and support for all.

    Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys traveling, camping, fishing and hiking. As a lifelong local, she loves taking advantage of the nice beach weather during the summer. She also enjoys spending quality time with her family, whether it’s hosting holiday gatherings or preparing a simple Sunday dinner.

    Business Office Coordinator Stephanie Carillo

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    Programs & features

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    • Nexus, an internationally-recognized program for early stage residents combining science and social engagement
    • Staff specially trained in the challenges of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Lewy body and other types of dementia
    • Dementia Care Certification program for caregivers that requires 40 hours of classroom and hands-on training
    • Physician medical director, masters level social worker and 24-hour licensed nurses
    • Purposefully designed elements to meet the needs of memory care residents
    • Explore our many other amenities here
      • Three neighborhoods providing different levels of care appropriate to the needs of residents at different stages of their disease
        • Nexus, for early-stage residents at higher cognitive levels who are more independent
        • Sensory for residents in later stages of the disease who may have lost the ability to communicate verbally and require a high degree of assistance with activities of daily living
        • Enrichment, for residents in the transitory stages between Nexus and Sensory

    Upcoming events

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    Lunch with Leo

    Join us in the courtyard at Silverado San Juan Capistrano every Wednesday for a delicious lunch prepared by Leo, our Director of Culinary Services! Meet our Silverado leadership team, tour...

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    11:45 am - 12:45 pm July 09, 2025

    Lunch with Leo

    Join us in the courtyard at Silverado San Juan Capistrano every Wednesday for a delicious lunch prepared by Leo, our Director of Culinary Services! Meet our Silverado leadership team, tour...

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    11:45 am - 12:45 pm July 16, 2025

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