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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in La Mesa, CA
If your loved one needs memory care in La Mesa, A Place for Mom can help. With 44 memory care facilities in La Mesa, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in La Mesa incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. La Mesa memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in La Mesa, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like College Area, Mid-City:Eastern Area and Mid-City:Kensington-Talmadge.
You may also consider nearby communities such as San Diego, El Cajon and Encinitas.
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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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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...
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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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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.
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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...
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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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Everybody's very attentive. It's definitely an excellent price for the services they provide. My mom is in the independent living section. They definitely keep people involved with activities. They have...
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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...
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
The Pavilion at Tecolote Canyon was born from the vision of local San Diego families who wanted to build a senior living community of our own. The Pavilion has been designed to create a living style that incorporates San Diego’s amazing weather, excellent gardening climate, and the amazing sense...
Cost of memory care in La Mesa, CA
The average cost of senior living in La Mesa is $5,924 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Imperial Beach, CA with an average of $5,389 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in La Mesa, CA vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about memory care in La Mesa
Recent reviews for memory care in La Mesa
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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ActivCare at Mission Bay in San Diego, CA
5.0
I first visited this facility shortly before it opened over 10 years ago. Revisiting it for a family member, I found it to be a very pleasant & safe environment, & very convenient to many outings. The staff is well trained and very caring & know all of the residents by name. The ocean/sailing ...
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La Mesa review score based on 188 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 188 reviews of 38 La Mesa memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The La Mesa review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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
La Mesa review score compared against nearby cities
8.8
La Mesa, CA38 facilities
8.7
Lemon Grove, CA46 facilities
9.0
Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, CA37 facilities
Review subcategories for La Mesa memory care
When memory care 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 188 reviews of 38 La Mesa memory care communities. This chart helps you compare La Mesa resident and family memory care 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.La Mesa, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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La Mesa memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in La Mesa memory care 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 memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in La Mesa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
La Mesa, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.9%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.1%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.7%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.4%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.5%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.6%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.7%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.1%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.4%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in La Mesa memory care
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 Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
La Mesa, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.2%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in La Mesa memory care
Memory care 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.
La Mesa, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
39.5%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.4%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.9%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in La Mesa memory care
Our memory care 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
28.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.4%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
39.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in La Mesa memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care 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
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.2%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.3%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.6%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.4%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.4%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
52.6%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
36.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.4%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Monte Vista Village and Paradise Village are the top-rated memory care facilities near La Mesa, California. See full list of communities.
There are 44 memory care facilities near La Mesa, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in La Mesa, California are Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Monte Vista Village and Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 44 memory care facilities near you in La Mesa, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in La Mesa, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in La Mesa, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in La Mesa, California ranges from $1100 to $30000. The average Memory Care cost in La Mesa, California is $5,924. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in La Mesa, California typically starts at $1100. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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