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Assisted living costs in Tecate average about $3,588 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 32 communities in Tecate. Our detailed directory has 132 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Trust and Care Home for Seniors is located in beautiful El Cajon, CA. We are well known and trusted for providing exceptional assisted living care for our residents. We know first hand that leaving your home can sometimes be difficult and we make the transition easy. Our staff is very well...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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This is a nice looking, smaller community. We had no complaints about this place in general, it was clean, and everyone was friendly. However, the area it is located in wasn't very good for my Uncle. He...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I am overly pleased with the care my mother has been receiving at this home. I knew I loved it as soon as I walked into the kitchen and there was an overwhelming smell of a delicious home cooked meal. I also...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Tecate, CA

The average cost of senior living in Tecate is $3,588 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Potrero, CA with an average of $3,646 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Tecate, CA vs. nearby cities

Tecate, CA
$3,458/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Tecate, CA vs. the state and national average

Tecate, CA
$3,458/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Tecate vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,458/mo
$4,191/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Tecate, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,343/mo
Studio
$5,582/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,537/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,506/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Tecate over time

Tecate, CACA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Tecate, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Tecate.

What families are saying about assisted living in Tecate

Recent reviews for assisted living in Tecate

Meadow Creek Villa in El Cajon, CA

4.2
She's only been there a week. it's going very well. She seems to be happy there. I haven't tasted it but Jean said the food is good. They're very nice. They have activities but I'm not sure what they've done so far. They have some games and they do exercises. it's very clean.

Lo Har Senior Living in El Cajon, CA

5.0
Terrific home, knowledgeable staff, very clean, beautiful gardens. My mother has lived there for over a year and is very happy and well cared for. Kindness is evident throughout this home. I would definitely recommend this home.

Rancho San Diego Board and Care I in El Cajon, CA

5.0
Mom is in this community and it's been such a blessing for us. It is in a home so it is a smaller place which is working very well. She is close to me. The caregivers there are nice and attentive. She will get out and walk around if the weather is nice. They have home cooked meals. I would ...
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Tecate review score based on 29 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 29 reviews of 32 Tecate assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Tecate review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Tecate review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Tecate, CA32 facilities
8.7
Chula Vista, CA53 facilities

Review subcategories for Tecate assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 29 reviews of 32 Tecate assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Tecate resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
3.4
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Activities
3.8
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Tecate assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tecate assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tecate, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Tecate assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Tecate that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
28.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.9%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.9%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
34.4%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.6%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.4%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Tecate assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Tecate Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.8%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Tecate assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Tecate partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.4%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Tecate assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Tecate communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tecate assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Tecate offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.4%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.9%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
15.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
9.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
15.6%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
15.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Tecate

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Tecate protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

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