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Residential care homes in La Mesa often appeal to seniors who want to remain in a close-knit, familiar home environment but need personal care services like grooming assistance, medication reminders, and even help with cooking and cleaning. And, they’re typically home to fewer residents, enabling caregivers and residents to build stronger connections. The average cost of care homes in La Mesa is $3,284 per month. To find the best care home options for your needs and budget, browse 245 care homes in La Mesa and read 277 reviews of families’ experiences.

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Residential Care Home Facilities near La Mesa, CA

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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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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I know that my mom is happy there. she has made friends and the staff is friendly and welcoming. They seem to be genuine in their greetings and their intentions. It is a clean place with a nice, peaceful...
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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.
Serra Mesa Guest Home II is a wonderful, residential care home located in San Diego, CA, in San Diego County. San Diego has a lot of great attractions including area parks, the San Diego Zoo, museums, top sporting events and cultural activities. Family members who visit will be able to enjoy a...
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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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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
"Caring for quality & dignity of elder life." Serving since 1983 Welcome to California Homes for Seniors! Gloria's Valley Guest Home & Gloria's Guest HomeIf you are looking for gracious assisted living in a home-like setting, you have come to the right...
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We are pretty happy with them so far. It's neat and clean, and the staff are very attentive. I like that it's small with only about a half a dozen residents total, and I like the location as well, it makes...
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.
The Carecenter at Home for Elderly is an assisted living home for those suffering from Alzheimer's Disease. This professional facility in San Diego, CA offers residents a safe home setting which can make them more at ease than in a hospital or traditional nursing home. Carecenter strives to make...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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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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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My father had in-home caregivers for over a year. However, the cost was getting too much. I tried several places that didn’t give the quality care that I was seeking. I found it at Serene Sunset. Andre and...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
Serene Sunset is located in El Cajon, CA in San Diego County. This residential care home provides a safe and comfortable place to live in an area that is surrounded by mountains and all of the beauty that they bring. Those spending time in El Cajon enjoy checking out The Water Conservation...
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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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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.
Finding a good adult assisted living facility for a loved one in need of assistance is sometimes difficult. No one wants to put a loved one into a large nursing home where they will feel abandoned and neglected. Many of these large corporate run nursing homes are understaffed and can give their...
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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.
When living at home is no longer what it used to be, let us help. We dedicate our efforts in bringing your home closer by understanding your special needs and preferences. Our goal is to assist our clients with their daily needs while maintaining their independence in a homelike environment....
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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.
Rancho Stony Knoll sits on an acre of land on a private road in El Cajon, California.Cottontail rabbits, Hummingbirds, and a variety of Birds will entertain you and your loved ones.Care and services offered are tailored to the individual needs of each person. Our goal is to make everyday a "good...
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This is pretty much the same thing I had to say about their home care service, Saint 1. They’re wonderful! They are absolutely wonderful! I’d give them a five plus! I highly recommend them! My mom has...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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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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Villa Alegre is located in El Cajon, CA, which is part of San Diego County. This residential care home is nestled in a valley that is surrounded by mountains. That is how this area got its nickname of 'The Big Box.' It is a beautiful, lovely, quiet place to live and it gives visitors close...
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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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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
Mission Home is a senior living facility located in San Diego California with four different locations in the area. Here at Mission Home we believe that seniors should still be able to have a good quality of life, but without all of the concerns they have living all on their own. We offer care...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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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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.
Located in Sierra Mesa, California, Mission Homes II offers intermediate care to seniors who need just that bit of extra help to remain independent. We offer a home, not an institution, were you may live in beautiful surroundings and have access to the services of an urban community. Our...
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There are only about 5 other residents with my mother here in La Cruz Senior Care. She is receiving more one on one care than the larger communities could offer. It has been a good experience so far. They...
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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.
We are a licensed Residential Care Facility for the Elderly located in El Cajon, CA. We have accommodations for 6 ambulatory or non-ambulatory residents. We serve Dementia or Alzheimer Residents, and have a caring, nurturing, and dedicated staff on site 24 hours a day to help your family with any...
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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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I would recommend the community to others. There are several nice things about this community. The staff is accommodating, friendly, nice location, has a lovely backyard and patio area, and everything...
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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.
Serra Mesa Guests Home III is a residential care home for seniors located in the city of San Diego, California which is in San Diego County. San Diego is a vibrant and interesting city full of a wide range of recreational and cultural opportunities. One of the most famous sites in San Diego is...
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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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My mother has been in 4 different facilities over the years, she was unhappy in some and kicked out of others. At a couple of places we had to hire a person to look after her on top of paying for her...
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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Lilac Chateau has provided outstanding care to my 89 year old father for the past year. We thank our lucky stars that we found this senior care residence. The executive director, [name removed] and her...
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.
Lilac Chateau is assisted living for Seniors. Owned and operated by Kimberly Withers, RN, BSN,. Kimberly has an extensive background in Geriatric-Psych Nursing and Specializes in caring for residents with Dementia. She has a wonderful, caring and loving staffs. We're able to Accept: Ambulatory...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.

Cost of care homes in La Mesa, CA

The average cost of senior living in La Mesa is $3,284 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Imperial Beach, CA with an average of $3,089 per month.

Residential care home costs in La Mesa, CA, vs. nearby cities

La Mesa, CA
$3,284/mo

Residential care home costs in La Mesa, CA, vs. state and national averages

La Mesa, CA
$3,284/mo
U.S. national average
$3,675/mo

Residential care home costs in La Mesa, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,093/mo
Residential Care Home
$3,284/mo

Residential care home costs in La Mesa, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,643/mo
Private
$6,183/mo
Studio
$6,750/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,750/mo

Senior living costs in La Mesa vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: La Mesa, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLa Mesa, CACaliforniaU.S.
Residential Care Home$3,284/mo$3,712/mo$3,675/mo
Assisted Living$4,706/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,093/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,804/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Residential Care Home
La Mesa, CA:$3,284/mo
California:$3,712/mo
U.S.:$3,675/mo
Assisted Living
La Mesa, CA:$4,706/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
La Mesa, CA:$6,093/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
La Mesa, CA:$4,804/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about residential care home in La Mesa

Recent reviews for residential care home in La Mesa

Lilac Chateau I in Santee, CA

5.0
It was the best! I was treated with love ans respect, great food, if I ever run away from home this is where I will come! Thank for taking great care of me!

Joster Villa in San Diego, CA

5.0
We were blessed to have Kathleen locate a wonderful place for my husband's mom in only a few days! We were very pleased with her care and the home and would highly recommend Kathleen, A Place For Mom, and the Joster homes to others!

Sarasona Home Care in Bonita, CA

5.0
That are wonderful. They are currently not receiving visitors but they send us pictures of her and communicate well with us. When we found this place we immediately thought this is where we would want to be. It is a homelike atmosphere, its cozy, and friendly. The food is the good and ...
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