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Photo of Monte Vista Village
2424 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.6
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91 reviews
9.6
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91 reviews
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It took us a long time to get things done but we wrote a letter to the owners In India and got it all done. Things we like most about the community are the activities, friends and the food. There are...
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.
Monte Vista Village is a charming senior community in Lemon Grove, CA, in San Diego County. We offer excellent assisted living and independent living options. Located amongst 7.5 acres of land (including a stunning tiered waterfall), Monte Vista Village is the perfect place to kick back and enjoy...
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9.5
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73 reviews
9.5
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73 reviews
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As a pastor I've visited lots of people in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Paradise Village is a breath of fresh air. It's clean, quiet, free of any unpleasant odors, and well appointed and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
WELCOME TO PARADISE! Introducing Paradise Village, the newest retirement community located in San Diego's South Bay. Offering retirement and assisted living in a resort-style, gated community with a Mediterranean flair. One bedroom, one bedroom w/den, 2 bedroom, and penthouse options. Studio and...
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1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.5
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113 reviews
9.5
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113 reviews
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A most excellent staff! Professional but yet caring, sincere people that I have observed myself. Every Tuesday, I visit my friend [name removed] & I am amazed how the staff is sooooo positive, gracious in...
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.
Atria Collwood is a senior residence located in the famous city of San Diego, California. Residents here enjoy access to highly qualified doctors, specialists, hospitals and medical centers. This active city features beautiful coastal views, great fishing, sailing, and many ways to stay active....
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9.5
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44 reviews
9.5
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The level of care is consistently excellent. The facility is clean, the room is clean, and the resident is kept clean and groomed. I visit twice per week and by visual observation and smell I can attest to...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Located in the heart of San Diego, the 123-apartment community offers studio & one bedroom apartments each with a private bathroom and individual climate control to ensure your comfort. We encourage you to bring your own furnishings and decoration to make you apartment your own. Residents feel...
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77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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96 reviews
9.2
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My dad more and from Ohio. We could not take care of him as we needed due to work. We found Novellus Clairemont online and immediately was welcomed in. They were able to more in my father in 5 days. We...
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.
Redefine your independence with more time for what you want to do.Here at our assisted living community, you get to redefine your independence, pursue your favorite hobbies and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or trying something new like yoga, you have choices...
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9 reviews
8.7
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The care giver staff is receptive and supportive. The front desk has a staff member, [name removed], who has been extremely helpful and always courteous. [name removed], in charge of Marketing is friendly...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Located in Pacific Beach just minutes away from Mission Bay Park, ActivCare Mission Bay is a specialized memory care community for those with memory loss that opened in 2014. ActivCare Mission Bay is home to a vibrant community of residents who enjoy a daily schedule of activities designed for...
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8.2
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My dad was previously a resident at Oakmont of Pacific Beach for a short time. I can't say enough how good the experience was. I am an emergency room physician and I have a lot of experience with Assisted...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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55 Photos available
8.0
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15 reviews
8.0
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15 reviews
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My mother-in-law has been a resident at the Cloisters for almost 6 years, she is 100 years old, walks with a walker, has severe memory deficits and needs assistance with all of her daily activities. The...
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.
Cloisters of the Valley offers complete residential senior care in a private, caring environment. If you are looking into an assisted living facility for your loved one, you will want to make sure you are getting the best medical care in the most home-like environment possible. Please stop by to...
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8.0
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11 reviews
8.0
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A 5 across the board. Very friendly clients and staff which tells me people are generally happy. A lot of different activities for seniors regardless of their physical condition
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Waking up each morning and taking a morning stroll along the coastline before joining friends for a round of golf at the Torrey Pine Golf Course or an outing to the Museum of Contemporary Art. End the day dining alfresco as you watch the sun set over the Pacific Ocean. For the residents of White...
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1414 Photos available
8.0
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8 reviews
8.0
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8 reviews
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Deciding to entrust your family member to strangers is a big leap of faith, regardless of situation or cost. I visit Monarch regularly and see how our mom is treated. I've seen my mom open up and re-engage...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welcome to Monarch Cottage La Jolla!About Us:Monarch Cottage La Jolla is a premier, senior living community focused on providing exceptional services to residents with memory impairments such as Alzheimer’s, dementia or other cognitive impairment, or who need assisted living services, respite...
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Photo of Ivy Park at La Jolla
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.9
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33 reviews
7.9
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33 reviews
5 star
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Small personalized, customized food as necessary, caring staff. Memory care is segregated good communication with nurse manager and director. Very Important, they have good interface with hospice and allow...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
About Sunrise of La JollaCommunity & Location Highlights:Conveniently located in San Diego, CAClose to Scripps Memorial Hospital La JollaGorgeous views of the Pacific oceanNear La Jolla Country Club and La Jolla's downtownSunrise of Pacific Beach in San Diego, California, provides exclusive...
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Photo of Coronado Retirement Village
88 Photos available
7.5
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18 reviews
7.5
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18 reviews
5 star
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This facility has made my father’s transition with hospice incredibly meaningful. The medication staff are very helpful and clearly know what they’re doing—it shows that they have strong leadership that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Welcome to Coronado's Luxurious Senior Living! Thank you for your interest in Coronado Retirement Village. We are a family owned & operated licensed community that offers high Secure (Memory) Care. With beautiful views of San Diego Bay and the historic Coronado Bridge, our residents enjoy the...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill
1111 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
6.5
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22 reviews
6.5
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22 reviews
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Rate 4 for all except for value..since the cost is increasing 10% each year and nothing is changing for the better I feel it isn't warranted. A lot of money is spent on decorations that are not even...
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.
Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill gives discerning seniors a casual elegance and sophistication found only in the prestigious Bankers Hill neighborhood of downtown San Diego. Downtown retirement living has never been this good — or as much fun — as it can be at Merrill Gardens! Merrill Gardens at...
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Photo of Belmont Village La Jolla
1818 Photos available
1818 Floor plans available
7.0
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1 review
7.0
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Belmont Village La Jolla is a beautiful facility. The staff is remarkably friendly and absolutely knows every resident and visitors! Less support for independent living.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Belmont Village brings more than two decades of experience to its peerless Independent Living, Assisted Living and award-winning Memory Care. Nestled in the heart of the beautiful seaside village of La Jolla, our newest community in San Diego County will offer the unique balance of innovative,...
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55 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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Plaza Village is an excellent value in Senior Care. The accommodations are Suite Style, as the building was originally built as condominiums. Three or Four bedroom units share a living room and a full...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
PLAZA VILLAGE IS A UNIQUE APPROACH TO SENIOR LIVING From our innovative design to our resident centered approach to care and activities, you'll notice the difference. Our assisted living and memory care programs are designed to meet the individual care needs and social needs of each resident. ...
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They are really attending to his needs. They are really friendly. I really like the outside, they have a park like sort of thing. It's excellent!
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.
Brighton Place San Diego is committed to high-quality care and providing comfortable services through skilled nursing, activities, social services, and rehabilitation therapy. We offer occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy. Family is always welcome to enjoy our grounds and...
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My mom only got to experience about eight weeks at St. Paul's memory care. During that short stay the staff showed dedication and commitment and took the time to know her personality and find things that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Nestled in the heart of Bankers Hill, St. Paul’s Villa offers supportive oversight and a range of services for the senior who is no longer comfortable living at home by providing personal care support in our assisted living. We have created a home-like atmosphere through our resident centered,...
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The staff provides quality care in a professional manner. The staff is outstanding. I am grateful to this facility for their continued consistent respectful care for the patients and inclusion of the family.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Golden Living is located in the Loma Portal area of San Diego, just west of Mission Bay. Golden Living is conveniently located near several large shopping areas and numerous doctor's offices. Golden Living strives to make all of their residents feel at home by urging residents to decorate their...
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My mother was admitted there after she was released from a hospital with RSV. She went to PV to get her strength back. She was there for over 3 weeks.. The entire staff from admissions, social workers,...
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.
At Paradise Valley Manor and Health Care Center, we believe that we have the sacred responsibility to treat each and every person who walks through our doors as an honored guest and a dear friend. Our team of highly-skilled professional staff strives to ensure that our residents have the very...
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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...
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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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
Care types provided by this community
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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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
Care types provided by this community
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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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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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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This community is great for me as it is close to the ocean and within walking distance to La Jolla Village. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food is good and they offer a good variety. The community...
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.
Casa de Manana is luxury for less than you might think…..A no entrance fee policy allows you to invest or enjoy your savings. Casa de Manana’s reasonable monthly fee covers meals, housekeeping, linens, home maintenance and all utilities (except telephone and cable TV). There is an on-site health...

Cost of nursing homes in Old Town San Diego, CA

The average cost of senior living in Old Town San Diego is $6,082 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Imperial Beach, CA with an average of $5,402 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Old Town San Diego, CA, vs. nearby cities

Old Town San Diego, CA
$6,082/mo
$5,688/mo
$5,811/mo

Nursing homes costs in Old Town San Diego, CA, vs. state and national averages

Old Town San Diego, CA
$6,082/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Old Town San Diego, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,092/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,082/mo

Nursing homes costs in Old Town San Diego, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,181/mo
Studio
$6,783/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,869/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,608/mo

Senior living costs in Old Town San Diego 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: Old Town San Diego, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOld Town San Diego, CACaliforniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$6,082/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,659/mo$4,369/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$6,092/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,833/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Old Town San Diego, CA:$6,082/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Old Town San Diego, CA:$4,659/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Old Town San Diego, CA:$6,092/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Old Town San Diego, CA:$4,833/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Old Town San Diego, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Old Town San Diego 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Old Town San Diego, CA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Old Town San Diego 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
Old Town San Diego, CA$4,414/mo$4,435/mo-0.5%
California$5,903/mo$5,610/mo+5.2%
National$5,670/mo$5,388/mo+5.2%
Old Town San Diego, CA
2024 average cost:$4,414/mo
2023 average cost:$4,435/mo
Percent change:-0.5%
California
2024 average cost:$5,903/mo
2023 average cost:$5,610/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,670/mo
2023 average cost:$5,388/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Old Town San Diego

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Old Town San Diego

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.

HarborView Senior Assisted Living in San Diego, CA

3.9
Most residents suffer from dementia, so efforts to socialize--and the staff tries very hard--have limited success. Grand old house is built on several levels, so ramps and elevators are needed for walkers and wheelchairs. Heidi, the chef is wonderful--both in the quality of her cooking and in ...
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Old Town San Diego nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Old Town San Diego nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Old Town San Diego, 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 Old Town San Diego 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 Old Town San Diego that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Old Town San Diego, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.7%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.1%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
68.2%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
72.7%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.7%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.2%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
68.2%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.8%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.5%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Old Town San Diego 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 Old Town San Diego Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Old Town San Diego, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.6%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.5%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.4%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.6%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Old Town San Diego 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 Old Town San Diego partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Old Town San Diego, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.5%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.1%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Old Town San Diego 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 Old Town San Diego communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Old Town San Diego, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.8%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
29.5%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.4%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Old Town San Diego 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 Old Town San Diego offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Old Town San Diego, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
34.1%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.7%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.6%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.6%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.1%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.2%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.5%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.8%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
31.8%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.9%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.8%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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