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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: 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.
The Coronado Royale is located across from Tidelands Park and the Colorado Bridge. The facility offers beautiful views of both the San Diego Bay and the lights of downtown San Diego. The Coronado Royale is also located right next door to the Coronado Hospital and Medical Centers. The Coronado...
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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 loved one was only there at Mount Vernon Eldercare for about two weeks so our experience is very limited, but based on the limited experience that we had there it seemed to be a very nice place. It is a...
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.
Mount Vernon Eldercare is a residential care facility for senior citizens in Lemon Grove, California dedicated to the care and comfort of all of their residents. We provide an environment conducive to helping seniors maintain a better level of independence while offering them the assistance to...
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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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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 it comes to the golden years and making plans for senior living, there can be a few challenges to deal with. We may not always have access to the resources we need to provide the best for our loved ones. As we look at the choices available to us, we need to be certain that our parents 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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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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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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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 Harbor Side, CA

The average cost of senior living in Harbor Side is $4,272 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South San Diego, CA with an average of $4,245 per month.

Assisted living costs in Harbor Side, CA, vs. nearby cities

Harbor Side, CA
$4,272/mo

Assisted living costs in Harbor Side, CA, vs. state and national averages

Harbor Side, CA
$4,272/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Harbor Side, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,272/mo
$5,444/mo

Assisted living costs in Harbor Side, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,619/mo
Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$4,773/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,062/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,742/mo

Senior living costs in Harbor Side vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Harbor Side, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHarbor Side, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,272/mo$4,369/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,444/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,213/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Harbor Side, CA:$4,272/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Harbor Side, CA:$5,444/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Harbor Side, CA:$4,213/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Harbor Side, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Harbor Side 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Harbor Side, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Harbor Side 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
Harbor Side, CA$4,818/mo$4,495/mo+7.2%
California$5,654/mo$5,349/mo+5.7%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Harbor Side, CA
2024 average cost:$4,818/mo
2023 average cost:$4,495/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
California
2024 average cost:$5,654/mo
2023 average cost:$5,349/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Harbor Side, 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 Harbor Side.

What families are saying about assisted living in Harbor Side

Recent reviews for assisted living in Harbor Side

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!

Ivy Park at Sabre Springs in San Diego, CA

4.4
It was great until they raised the cost [removed] %. Staff is very friendly, my Mother likes them and feels comfortable with them. The facility is well kept and very clean. I have no complaints about the staff or the facility.

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.

Harbor Side review score based on 111 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 111 reviews of 35 Harbor Side assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Harbor Side 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

Harbor Side review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Harbor Side, CA35 facilities
8.2
Imperial Beach, CA25 facilities
8.6
National City, CA82 facilities

Review subcategories for Harbor Side 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 111 reviews of 35 Harbor Side assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Harbor Side 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
3.9
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.5
3.7
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.6
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Harbor Side assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Harbor Side assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Harbor Side, 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 Harbor Side 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 Harbor Side that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Harbor Side, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.4%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.6%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Harbor Side 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 Harbor Side Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Harbor Side, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.4%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Harbor Side 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 Harbor Side partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Harbor Side, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
31.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.9%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.6%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Harbor Side 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 Harbor Side communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Harbor Side, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Harbor Side 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 Harbor Side offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Harbor Side, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.9%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.9%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
25.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.9%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Harbor Side

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Harbor Side protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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