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Top 87 Nursing Homes near La Mesa, CA

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87 Nursing Homes Facilities near La Mesa, CA

If you’re considering moving your loved one into a La Mesa nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in La Mesa, CA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in La Mesa or another care type is right for you. Browse 87 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in La Mesa.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Navajo, Mid-City:Normal Heights and Skyline-Paradise Hills.
You may also consider nearby communities such as La Presa, Grossmont and Homelands.

Nursing homes facilities near La Mesa, CA

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Most of the staff was fantastic. She really liked them and I did too. I interacted with the physical therapists, and the nurses and doctors. They were very good about communication. They doted on her, and if...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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Our Dad spent 5 1/2 years at Nazareth House. During that time, we visited almost every. We observed interaction between many caregivers and residents. From not only our experience with Dad but others, the...
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.
Nazareth House San Diego is committed to offering active elders personalized assistance, supportive services, and compassionate care in a Catholic, spirit-centered, loving community. Your safety, care, and assistance are assured while your independence is encouraged.The focus at Nazareth House is...
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I love this place and my Mom does too! My sister who lives in Oregon has visited and likes it too. I never worry about my mom anymore. They don't call constantlly like the other place my mom was in. The...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Harbor View Chateau offers personalized and supportive services with health care designed to meet the needs of those needing help with the activities of daily living; including specialized programs for residents suffering from all forms and levels of memory loss.The European architecture, as well...
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She really loves it. It's very clean and they are friendly. They always have things going on. The food seems to be good. We haven't had any problems with the laundry, except mom would like stuff ironed and...
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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My father in law has been well cared for. The staff, including the nuns seem very friendly. His room is more than adequate size and is completely furnished.
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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My mom was originally in St. Pauls' but they asked us to move her because she kept trying to go out the front door and it opens automatically. That was a skilled nursing facility. It was very nice. She...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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Fredericka Manor is an excellent residence for seniors. My mother has lived here since 2006. However, they just announced that they are closing their Care Center (June 2023). This means that residence...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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.
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My son stayed there while recovering from surgery. The care was excellent and personal and caring. The staff was very professional, helpful, and loving. When he needed the care again, he requested Friendship...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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Photo of Presidio Place
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.
Photo of Monterey Trellis
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.
Photo of Judy Jones Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Jacob Health Care Ctr
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
SunBridge Care Center for San Diego focuses on the physical, emotional and social needs of residents in a warm, friendly environment. Our professional staff works closely with each patient's physician and family to create a personalized care plan for optimum recovery. Our facility's attractive...
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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.
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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.
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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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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in La Mesa, CA

The average cost of senior living in La Mesa is $5,546 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Imperial Beach, CA with an average of $5,019 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in La Mesa, CA vs. nearby cities

La Mesa, CA
$5,546/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in La Mesa, CA vs. the state and national average

La Mesa, CA
$5,546/mo
U.S. national average
$4,629/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in La Mesa vs. other types of senior living

$5,558/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,546/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in La Mesa, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,575/mo
Studio
$4,619/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,329/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,113/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,250/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in La Mesa over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in La Mesa

Recent reviews for nursing homes in La Mesa

White Sands, a CCRC in La Jolla, CA

5.0
White Sands facility has everything from independent living to skilled nursing. They have a lot of activities to offer, it is in a really beautiful location. We could not be happier with our decision, we know our mother is safe there. The food is excellent with a wide range of choices. The rooms ...
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Westmont Town Court in Escondido, CA

4.6
Overall, the staff at Westmont Town Court are kind and friendly. The food is tasty and there is a nice variety. Communication with the family from the staff is pretty good. I think our move in was unusual. Many of the family got Covid and then my loved one (the resident) got Covid. That meant ...
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Sun and Sea in Imperial Beach, CA

5.0
The people here are really friendly, and the place is very pretty. They have a lovely garden outside. We came and had a little tour, spoke to the people, and they were very helpful and informative. My dad is a hospice patient and they do an excellent job with him and made the transition a ...
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La Mesa nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in La Mesa nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in La Mesa, 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 La Mesa 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 La Mesa 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
43.4%
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.2%
10.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.6%
27.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
75.5%
27.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.3%
10.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
73.6%
23.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34%
7.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.1%
18.7%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in La Mesa 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 La Mesa Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
La Mesa, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.5%
4.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.8%
6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in La Mesa 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 La Mesa 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
24.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34%
3.8%
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Availability of select dining options in La Mesa 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 La Mesa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
La Mesa, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
28.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in La Mesa 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 La Mesa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
La Mesa, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.5%
7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.3%
7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
24.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34%
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Monte Vista Village, Silvergate Rancho Bernardo and Summerfield of Encinitas Memory Care are the top rated nursing homes facilities near La Mesa, California. See full list of communities.

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