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10 Best Nursing Homes in University Heights, CA

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University Heights is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 62 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in University Heights, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in University Heights is about $6,132, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 1287 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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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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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
The team at Grossmont Post Acute Care is dedicated to the art of caring and anticipating your every need. We employ comprehensive and hands-on therapeutic approaches, custom tailoring treatment plans to meet your unique needs.Our full-time in-house therapy team works with you to ensure you return...
Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Even the simple pleasures seem luxurious here - like breathtaking sunsets and towering views of San Diego's "Golden Triangle."  From nearby shopping to famous attractions to the scenic coastline, adventure awaits you every day.  Pacific Regent - La Jolla combines the richness of...
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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.
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Cost of nursing homes in University Heights, CA

The average cost of senior living in University Heights is $6,132 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Imperial Beach, CA with an average of $5,558 per month.

Nursing homes costs in University Heights, CA, vs. nearby cities

University Heights, CA
$6,132/mo
$5,995/mo

Nursing homes costs in University Heights, CA, vs. state and national averages

University Heights, CA
$6,132/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

Nursing homes costs in University Heights, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,143/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,132/mo

Nursing homes costs in University Heights, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,165/mo
Studio
$6,333/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,323/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,852/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,195/mo

Senior living costs in University Heights 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: University Heights, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUniversity Heights, CACaliforniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$6,132/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$4,723/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,143/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,819/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Nursing Homes
University Heights, CA:$6,132/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
University Heights, CA:$4,723/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
University Heights, CA:$6,143/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
University Heights, CA:$4,819/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Nursing homes costs in University Heights, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in University Heights and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

University Heights, CACA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in University Heights, CA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in University Heights have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
University Heights, CA$4,986/mo$4,718/mo+5.7%
California$5,900/mo$5,602/mo+5.3%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
University Heights, CA
2024 average cost:$4,986/mo
2023 average cost:$4,718/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
California
2024 average cost:$5,900/mo
2023 average cost:$5,602/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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 nursing homes in University Heights

Recent reviews for nursing homes in University Heights

Crest View Manor, Inc. in Escondido, CA

5.0
My mom really liked Crest View Manor. It has a great staff and is very clean. I would definitely recommend Crest View Manor to anyone. They were great. Unfortunately my mom was there during Covid, so there wasn't too much activities taking place. But it was a great facility.

RanchView Senior Assisted Living in Encinitas, CA

5.0
My mother has been at Olivenhain for over 7 months. We have been with her their daily to visit and help her adjust. The staff is far beyond caring and the homelike atmosphere is so much better than the larger institutions that I have visited. The love shown by the staff for the residents is so ...
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Westmont of La Mesa

4.5
The Westmont of La Mesa is a beautiful community that is kept clean and has friendly staff working there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.

University Heights nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in University Heights nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in University Heights, 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 University Heights nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in University Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
University Heights, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.9%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.2%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75.9%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
79.6%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.9%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75.9%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.6%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in University Heights nursing homes

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 University Heights Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
University Heights, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.4%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.8%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in University Heights nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of University Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
University Heights, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.6%
3.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in University Heights nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of University Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
University Heights, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
37%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in University Heights nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in University Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
University Heights, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.8%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
29.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.4%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.6%
0.4%
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Monte Vista Village, Paradise Village and Atria Collwood are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near University Heights, California. See full list of communities.
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