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10 Best Nursing Homes in Santee, CA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Santee 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 Santee, 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 Santee or another care type is right for you. Browse 31 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Santee.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like College Area, Mid-City:Eastern Area and Mid-City:Kensington-Talmadge.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Santee, CA

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Last Updated: 12/23/24
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Photo of Granite Hills Convalescent Hos
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.
Photo of Casa El Cajon
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Photo of Alvarado Convalescent Hospital
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.
Photo of Monterey Trellis
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.
Photo of Presidio Place
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.
Photo of Jacob Health Care Ctr
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Photo of Glen At Scripps Ranch Ccrc
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.
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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Cost of nursing homes in Santee, CA

The average cost of senior living in Santee is $5,818 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Riverside, CA with an average of $4,272 per month.

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

Santee, CA
$5,818/mo
$5,747/mo
$5,898/mo

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

Santee, CA
$5,818/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

$5,839/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,818/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,450/mo
Studio
$5,298/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,548/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,914/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,095/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Santee over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Santee

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Santee

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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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.

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.

Santee nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santee nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santee, 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 Santee 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 Santee that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Santee, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.3%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.9%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.9%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.9%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.7%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.3%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Santee 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 Santee Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Santee, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.6%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.7%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.5%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santee 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 Santee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santee, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.8%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
38.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.5%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Santee 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 Santee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santee, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
38.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.6%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Santee 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 Santee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santee, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.6%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.8%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
51.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
32.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.2%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Silvergate Rancho Bernardo, Cypress Court and Monte Vista Village are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Santee, California. See full list of communities.

There are 31 nursing homes facilities near Santee, California. See the full list.

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