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Village Square Healthcare Center
1586 West San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92078
4.0
(2 reviews)
Exceptional and friendly staff ...
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Nursing Home Communities in San Diego, California
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in San Diego, CA below include 93 nursing...
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Palomar Continuing Care Center D/p Snf
1817 AVE DEL DIABLO, Escondido, CA 92029
4.0
(1 reviews)
I was at Palomar Continuing Care Center for three weeks. It wasn't really bad. They were pretty good, and the rehab people were fantastically good. They did a good job, as far as I am concerned, because I got back to walking again. The food was alrig...
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Birch Patrick Convalescent Center
751 Medical Center Court, Chula Vista, CA 91911
4.0
(1 reviews)
Birch Patrick is closer to where we live. I’d give it a 4 only because my mom has been there 2 or 3 times, and they did cater to her diet. I would go with Birch Patrick if I have to pick among all the 4 facilities she has been. She complained a lot a...
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Parkway Hills Nursing & Rehabilitation
7760 PARKWAY DRIVE, La Mesa, CA 91942
3.8
(6 reviews)
From admissions visiting my dad at Alvarado and helping guide our family to this day we are so thankful for getting my father back on his feet. Parkway is by far the best skilled nursing there is!! ...
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Aviara Healthcare Center
944 Regal Road, Encinitas, CA 92024
3.6
(9 reviews)
You have to visit this place! If you are trying to find a hoe for your loved one, look no more! They energy as soon as you walk in is positive and “fun”. They offer many different activities throughout the day, they also have such a great staff! I ha...
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Granite Hills Health and Wellness Center
1340 E. Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021
3.6
(5 reviews)
Granite Hills has taken great care of my loved one. The staff are very attentive. The rooms are spacious and clean. I am grateful for nurses and therapists who helped my mother return home after her surgery....
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Stanford Court Skilled Nursing & Rehab Center
8778 Cuyamaca Street, Santee, CA 92071
3.5
(11 reviews)
Two different family members of mine have stayed at Stanford Court within the past ten years and both were treated with exceptional care, compassion, and respect. The staff here is the best I've seen in a skilled nursing facility (I've visited many f...
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Grossmont Hospital D/p Snf
5555 GROSSMONT CENTER DR., La Mesa, CA 91941
3.5
(2 reviews)
I enjoyed my stay at Grossmont because they gave more attention. I thought the food and staff were really great. They were friendly and concerned. They gave good attention to you like when they gave you a shower, they said: "You got to be careful" an...
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Life Care Center of Vista
304 N Melrose Dr, Vista, CA 92083
3.5
(10 reviews)
My wife was in the center following a heart attack and horrible treatment at another facility. The nursing care is very good, Amanda, the charge nurse was excellent. The wound care was excellent. Christopher and Tim the cnas were very polite and ...
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Somerset Subacute Rehab
151 Claydelle Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020
3.5
(2 reviews)
My brother is in Somerset for a month and a half now. The place is very convenient, and we go there twice a day. The staff and caregiver were very nice and pretty attentive to everybody. The room is fine -- typical two to a room -- and they keep it c...
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Valle Vista Post Acute
1025 West 2nd Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
3.5
(2 reviews)
My husband was in Valle Vista Post Acute for about 2 months from August to October 2023. He was rehabbing from a leg amputation. My husband also has dementia, so it is a complicated situation. The care there was very good, the nurses were attentiv...
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LifeHouse Vista
247 East Bobier Dr, Vista, CA 92084
3.3
(3 reviews)
I had great care after back surgury,plus my mother is there and gets great care,everyone knows her name and her medical problems and keep a good eye on her.The rooms are a great size so she can have her own furnishings around her not like a box hospi...
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Parkside Special Care Center
444 W. Lexington Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020
3.3
(3 reviews)
my sister is living at parkside,i apprediate the care, patients, they show in caring for my sister during her ajusting from a vey independent lady, now a bit confused, needing her lifes needs in the hands of trusting caring trained people.the facili...
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Country Hills Health Care
1580 BROADWAY, El Cajon, CA 92021
3.2
(4 reviews)
My cousin is at Country Hills. I have never physically seen it other than the outside of the building and the corridor. It looks like a hotel, so it's very pleasant looking. I didn't smell urine, and it looks like everybody gets a window too. I had a...
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Palomar Vista Healthcare Center
201 N Fig Street, Escondido, CA 92025
3.1
(11 reviews)
I currently have a loved one staying at Palomar Vista Healthcare Center. The facility is a bit outdated, but the level of service, care, and profesionalism is amazing, makes you overlook the fact the facility is a bit old. I have seen first hand ...
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Arbor Hills Nursing Center
7800 PARKWAY DRIVE, La Mesa, CA 91942
3.0
(15 reviews)
My mom was transferred to Arbor Hills after mistreatment at another facility. I am profoundly grateful for the loving care given not only to my mom, but to my dad and rest of my family. From reception to transportation to nursing/cna/physican/PT care...
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South Bay Post Acute Care
553 F Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
3.0
(2 reviews)
I went to visit this nursing home because I wanted to deliever some smiles to senior community. Whether it be making them laugh or just sitting there listening to their stories, I feel it is important to not to ignore the elderly. Collingwood Manor r...
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Friendship Manor Nursing & Rehab Center
902 S Euclid Avenue, National City, CA 91950
3.0
(4 reviews)
All of the staff from housekeeping, maintenance, dietary, all of the nurses and CNA's are ALL so courteous and professional. And Shayne is so sweet compassion and professional. I love Shayne with an agape love as if she was my own daughter. I'm 71 ye...
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Encinitas Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
900 SANTA FE DRIVE, Encinitas, CA 92024
3.0
(4 reviews)
My mother-in-law has been in Encinitas Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for about two weeks now. It is a clean, well-managed place with lots of good care and good food. We are pretty happy with it. We chose it because it is close to us, and it has g...
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Escondido Post Acute Rehab
421 E Mission Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
3.0
(6 reviews)
I was able to visit Juehm Residential Care, and this facility is very nice and clean also. They offer care for bathing, dressing, and med management as well. The staff were very nice and accommodating, so it was a very good experience. I saw a shared...
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
Nursing Homes
JNGSR
5.0
Review of Ridgeview Health Center
The room is really nice and spacious more than I expected. Super clean. Staff is wonderful and skillful went above and beyond their job duties. Very friendly and professional. Plenty of food...
Provider response
Thank you for the five-star review. We're so glad to hear that your experience at Ridgeview Health Center exceeded your expectations. It's wonderful to know you felt comfortable in your room and...
Nursing Homes
Jeremy
5.0
Review of La Jolla Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
My father went to La Jolla Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for rehab. I liked their staff the best. They were all very friendly and they attended to my dad's needs. Dad really liked it. Everybody...
Nursing Homes
Annie’s Mom
5.0
Review of Ridgeview Health Center
My room, bathroom, etc was exceptionally clean. The staff, nursing, CNA’s, food servers went above and beyond to make my stay welcoming and very pleasant for a first time nursing home experience....
Provider response
Thank you for your five-star review. We're glad your first experience at Ridgeview Health Center was a positive one. It's wonderful to know our team made you feel welcomed and well supported...
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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
At an average of $10,722 per month, nursing home rates in San Diego are significantly higher than the national average, $7,756, and the statewide average of $9,247. Costs in nearby cities are notably lower, with rates averaging $7,396 east of San Diego in El Centro. To the north, semiprivate nursing home care costs an average of $8,060 per month in Los Angeles, $8,365 in Oxnard, and $9,962 in Santa Maria.
San Diego
$10,722
California
$9,247
El Centro
$7,396
Los Angeles
$8,060
Santa Maria
$9,962
Nursing Home Costs in San Diego, CA
Average monthly nursing home rates in San Diego run $10,722 for a semiprivate room, and $14,433 for a private room.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in San Diego, CA
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
- Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
- Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Nursing home care is the costliest type of senior care because it includes 24/7 medical care in a specialized institutional setting. Seniors who are considering nursing home placement may find that less-restrictive long-term care services such as adult day health care, in-home care or assisted living meets their needs. Average monthly rates for adult day programming in San Diego runs $1,733, while in-home care costs an average of $5,716 per month based on 44 hours of care weekly.
Adult day health care
$1,733
Assisted living
$4,525
Home care
$5,716
Home health care
$5,716
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$10,722
Nursing home (private room)
$14,433
Free Resources for Seniors in San Diego, CA
Navigating long-term senior care can be challenging for seniors, their family members and caregivers. In San Diego, a number of government and nonprofit organizations offer free and low-cost services designed to help seniors navigate the complex issues around Medicaid coverage, guardianship and estate planning.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Legal Services | (858) 565-1392 | Senior Legal Services offers free legal information and advice to seniors aged 60 and older. SLS attorneys can assist with elder law issues such as financial abuse, guardianship, Medicaid benefits and estate planning. |
| Alzheimer’s Association — San Diego Chapter | (800) 272-3900 | The San Diego chapter of the national Alzheimer’s Association provides free information, resources and support to people living with memory loss. Services include caregiver and patient support groups, assistance with long-term care benefits and help with finding appropriate community-based and residential care services. |
| San Diego County — Adult Protective Services | (800) 339-4661 | Adult Protective Services works to prevent elder abuse among those aged 65 and older, as well as dependent adults. APS workers investigate complaints about elder neglect, abandonment and self-neglect and take steps to connect vulnerable adults with the appropriate support services. |
| Senior Options, Advocacy and Referrals | (800) 339-4661 | SOAR is a county-run care management program for frail seniors aged 60 and older who are at risk of nursing home placement, and who are ineligible for other programs. SOAR case managers work with seniors and their caregivers to develop a care plan, source long-term care resources and coordinate services with community resources. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 640-4661 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman program works to address concerns related to long-term care services. The ombudsman provides free information to seniors and their families on their rights within a long-term care facility and can work to resolve complaints related to these rights. Ombudsmen can also witness advanced care directives in nursing homes. |
