Residential care homes in San Diego may appeal to seniors who value smaller, more close-knit communities and many opportunities for socialization. San Diego care homes typically take in fewer residents, meaning older adults know each resident in the home and develop strong friendships.
Older-adult care homes vary more than other options for senior living in San Diego, so families can choose from a wide range of prices, amenities, and services. A Place for Mom will work with you to understand the cost of care homes. From there, we’ll help you find the right fit, whether you’re staying on a budget or searching for luxury retirement communities.
We are also serving Residential Care Home facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Skyline, Castle and North Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Bonita, Cardiff by the Sea or Chula Vista.
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Read moreMy mom is a difficult resident, she has dementia with behavioral issues.. [Name removed] and his wife [name removed] once told me that the plan is to start with theraputic approach and to build trust. At first I don’t it seems hard for me to understand how they manage to do it. I am truly blessed I have found this place for my mom. I am so happy and pleased with their services.. the staff and owner are great! I can not ask for more..They are very passionate with their care to elderly!
Read more6461 Quillan St, San Diego, CA 92111 | 2.3 miles from San Diego center
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Gold Canyon Care home is a residential care home located in picturesque San Diego, California. This community setting is designed in an apartment style and it is located in a quiet and safe neighborhood. The region enjoys pleasant warm weather most of the year. The San Diego community is...
... Read moreMy Mother was here for 5 years. She was care for so well. The home setting was perfect and was better for my Mom. They are wonderful at what they do. I had peace during COVID that I knew Mom was with them....
6530 Boon Lake Ave, San Diego, CA 92119 | 6.6 miles from San Diego center
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Silvercreek Home Care is located on Boon Lake Avenue in sunny San Diego California. We are a residential care facility for the elderly and we offer an adult day care center. We are dedicated to creating an active and happy lifestyle for all of our resident's. Our adult day care is typically...
... Read moreIt's been just like living at home. They're very family oriented, and constantly in there checking on my loved one. They're always being active with her, and giving her the option if she wants to go...
2239 Crandall Drive, San Diego, CA 92111 | 1.7 miles from San Diego center
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Golden Care Facility is senior home care located at Crandall Dr., San Diego city, CA in San Diego County. Adjacent to the Mexico border, San Diego is one of the major cities in California. The city is known for its mild climate that provides a conducive environment for seniors to live around and...
... Read moreI toured Golden Care Facility and upon first impression it was good. we chose another community because it felt more like home.
4670 Twain Ave, San Diego, CA 92120 | 2.7 miles from San Diego center
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Sunbeam is a residential care home located in the major city of San Diego, California. The popular city is along the beautiful Pacific Ocean. The area is vibrant with numerous museums, lighthouses, and the famous San Diego Zoo. San Diego is an exciting place to live and an inviting place for...
... Read moreThe staff members are very friendly and it is clear that they are all very caring people. Our loved one the second she moved in felt right at home which gives us some peace of mind.
5289 Lodi St, San Diego, CA 92117 | 4.7 miles from San Diego center
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Nestled in breathtaking San Diego California in a serene neighborhood on Lodi Street is Baron's Residential Care Inc. We offer assisted living and a Micro-Community which consists of a residential care facility, as well as Alzheimer's care and hospice. Our senior residents feel secure in knowing...
... Read moreThis was a hidden treasure, and it ended up being the perfect place for my loved one. The communication was great and easy with the staff if the family had questions or concerns. The meals are homecooked. ...
12295 Frontera Road, San Diego, CA 92128 | 16.0 miles from San Diego center
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Sage Garden is located in San Diego, CA within San Diego County. This residential care home has a great location because of the warm weather it enjoys all year long. Seniors love the gorgeous views and their visiting family members and friends always have plenty of entertainment within the city...
... Read moreLove this place so much that not only my mother in law lives there but we recently moved my mom in as well! Very clean place with great friendly care givers. The owner is an RN and is very involved with the...
3008 Melbourne Dr, San Diego, CA 92123 | (< 1 mile) from San Diego center
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Serra Mesa Guests Home III is a residential care home for seniors located in the city of San Diego, California which is in San Diego County. San Diego is a vibrant and interesting city full of a wide range of recreational and cultural opportunities. One of the most famous sites in San Diego is...
... Read moreI would recommend the community to others. There are several nice things about this community. The staff is accommodating, friendly, nice location, has a lovely backyard and patio area, and everything...
9431 Reagan Road, San Diego, CA 92126 | 8.2 miles from San Diego center
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Cozy Cove - a home of the elderly, is a labor of love, knowledge and skills. Its proud owners are both healthcare workers and confident in rendering care and training its staff. They take this business seriously without any shortcuts in following the state protocols.We are centrally located and...
... Read moreSince my mother has been at Cozy Cove, we have seen good improvement in her speech, alertness, cognitive skills, walking and general will to live. After five moves in one year, she has told us she really...
7142 Bobhird Dr, San Diego, CA 92119 | 7.3 miles from San Diego center
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Lucie's Shady Rest is a senior care home in warm and beautiful San Diego, in San Diego County California. Situated moments away from the expansive greenery of Mission Trails Regional Park as well as just blocks from the freeway, residents of Lucie's are never forced to choose between a stunning...
... Read moreowners are WONDERFUL and Staff, i felt right at home. cant wait, patio is beautiful, light, a home..
8702 Tommy Drive, San Diego, CA 92119 | 7.5 miles from San Diego center
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Renown CareRenown Care is a residential care home located in the bustling coastal city of San Diego, California, in San Diego county. Our beautiful community is situated in the heart of San Carlos, in close proximity to Lake Murray and Mission Trails Regional Park. The attractions in nearby San...
... Read moreThis review is for the Renown Care located at 7010 Jackson Dr., San Diego, CA 92119: This location was recommended by a friend whose father stayed there. I am so glad she told me about them because I...
8693 Celestine Ave, San Diego, CA 92123 | (< 1 mile) from San Diego center
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Serra Mesa Guest Home I is a residential care home located in San Diego, CA in San Diego County, a wonderful city that's known for its tourism, shops and picturesque water views. Residents can take their families to great sporting events, they can visit museums and area parks, or take in a show...
... Read moreMy father-in-law lived at this board and care home for about 6 weeks. He is bed-ridden and required full time care due to a number of health issues, including a memory care issue. The staff members were very...
4706 Leathers Street, San Diego, CA 92117 | 5.6 miles from San Diego center
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Palisades Inn Located in San Diego, CA., Palisades Inn is a superior senior care home that provides a comfortable and harmonious environment for seniors and their families. Life in California is, in one word, healthy. And we're lucky to live in a place where we can take full advantage of perfect...
... Read moreVery nice facility, friendly staff, excellent care.
6860 Condon Drive, San Diego, CA 92122 | 5.9 miles from San Diego center
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Baron's Presidio - University City Baron's Presidio - University City is a residential care home located in San Diego, CA in San Diego County. This is a wonderful city with lots of great shopping plazas, malls, restaurants and outdoor activities. Residents who enjoy getting their daily exercise...
... Read moreMy Dad stayed there for over five years. The staff was wonderful and caring. The food was homemade, tasty and healthy. The level of personal care was exceptional. During the his last year he had to be...
7867 Lake Andrita Ave., San Diego, CA 92119 | 6.4 miles from San Diego center
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Lake Murray Health Care Center provides quality care for persons who, in their golden years, are still capable of handling their physical needs but require assistance with the daily tasks of living. Our sincere concern for personal care, social interactions and spiritual well being of our...
... Read moreThis community is very nice and well kept with staff that are attentive and careful . The staff clean my mom's room and serve her good food. Mom seems to always be taken care of, she has not complained while...
8738 Covina St., San Diego, CA 92126 | 7.4 miles from San Diego center
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Emmaus Care I in San Diego, California offers its residents convenience and comfort. Two assisted living centers sit right next to each other nearby grocery stores, a movie theatre, park, and churches. One building has six rooms in it, and the other has seven. Our entire staff makes sure each...
... Read more10864 Worthing Avenue, San Diego, CA 92126 | 8.3 miles from San Diego center
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Joster Villa Home Care is a residential care home situated in Worthing Avenue, CA in San Diego County. As the name speaks for itself, the community's location makes it a small haven for the seniors. The villa is situated in a secure and quiet neighbourhood making it a community of its kind. The...
... Read moreJoster Villa was really a great place. The staff were very caring and took great care of my dad. They communicated very well with me. I was very pleased with the level of care that my dad received. Joster...
7141 Bullock Drive, San Diego, CA 92114 | 8.9 miles from San Diego center
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Archangel's Residential Care is a residential care home located in beautiful San Diego, California, in San Diego County. Our charming community is located a short drive from the stunning San Diego Bay, local parks, shopping, and more. Our residents and their guests are never short on options of...
... Read moreI visited the home and it seemed like a very peaceful place. I spoke with [name removed] for about a half hour. Archangel seemed like a caring place where my mom will receive good care. [Name removed] and...
566 Parkwood Drive, San Diego, CA 92139 | 9.6 miles from San Diego center
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Serra Mesa Guest Home II is a wonderful, residential care home located in San Diego, CA, in San Diego County. San Diego has a lot of great attractions including area parks, the San Diego Zoo, museums, top sporting events and cultural activities. Family members who visit will be able to enjoy a...
... Read moreI know that my mom is happy there. she has made friends and the staff is friendly and welcoming. They seem to be genuine in their greetings and their intentions. It is a clean place with a nice, peaceful...
2847 Morningside Street, San Diego, CA 92139 | 9.9 miles from San Diego center
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Family Style Care II Family Style Care II is located in San Diego, CA and serves San Diego County. This residential care home enjoys lovely weather all year long and also has access to plenty of entertainment options. Family members and friends who come to visit are never bored and the area...
... Read moreEverything is going very well for my mother since her move to this community. I am comfortable with her being here, due to the fact I live out of state. They are caring for her very well. She has adjusted...
13597 Paseo Cardiel, San Diego, CA 92129 | 11.5 miles from San Diego center
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Paseo Guest Home Paseo Guest Home is located in San Diego, CA as a part of San Diego County. This residential care home has a great location because of the warm weather this area of the country enjoys all year long. San Diego is also a great place to visit. Family members and friends can find...
... Read moresingle floor; private room; all residents mobile; goes to our old church
848 Felicita Ave, Spring Valley, CA 91977 | 9.9 miles from San Diego center
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My facility is a single home with, 4 bedrooms. Two of which are shared and 2 privates. Every room has a bathroom with a shower. There is a nice back yard with a walkway, shaded area to relax during summer and fruit trees. Casa primavera is located very close to 125 freeway and the San...
... Read moreWithin 5 minutes of being at Casa Primavera, I knew this was the right fit for my mom. It is light and airy, clean, and has a wonderful enclosed backyard. It is such a nice place and everyone is so friendly....
316 Crestview Drive, Bonita, CA 91902 | 12.2 miles from San Diego center
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Vintage Home and Residential Care was born out of a dream birthed in my heart while caring for my elderly family members. I have passed along my passion to those who are on our Care Team. Our home was acquired with seniors in mind, therefore we have furnished and landscaped to allow as much...
... Read moreWe have been very pleased with Vintage Home and Residential Care. We chose them because the owner here is just wonderful and it is clean and also has a beautiful pool and garden. It is very bright and...
930 Rockwell Springs Ct, Escondido, CA 92025 | 20.9 miles from San Diego center
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Splendor Valley - Experience a Place You Can Call HomeSplendor Valley is a six-bed capacity licensed Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) located in the heart of Escondido, just minutes away from healthcare, shopping centers, parks, and restaurants. Our community features a...
... Read moreI moved my Mother into the Splendor Valley LTC in February of this year (2020). The board and care home at which she was living had a change of ownership and went into rapid decline. The decision to move her...
1725 Tobacco Rd., Escondido, CA 92026 | 24.1 miles from San Diego center
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The Staff at Champine Manor has been chosen with one main objective-the happiness and care of our residents with a number of memory issues Dementia, Alzheimer's and long-term care, medication management. I'm Serby Zivku, the owner, Administrator, and licensee. I've been trained in...
... Read moreWe have had a great experience at Champine Manor. My dad was on hospice when he went into the facility, they were able to give him medical attention and he was able to get off of hospice and has been...
3463 Circulo Adorno, Carlsbad, CA 92009 | 19.9 miles from San Diego center
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Serving North County San Diego for over seventeen years. The Tenenbaum Villa specializes in Alzheimer's and Dementia Care for ambulatory and non-ambulatory, and hospice. We are located in the beautiful residential community of La Costa (Carlsbad, San Diego, California). This home is near La...
... Read moreThe owner was very nice and helpful. I was in an extremely stressful situation. He was very kind and patient, helped me immensely. The live in caregivers were very kind and helpful. The house is lovely with...
The average cost of senior living in San Diego is 3,485 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include El Cajon, CA with an average of 3,500 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
In San Diego, CA, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In San Diego, CA, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System provides bus service in San Diego, with 93 bus lines and three light rail systems. SDMTS also provides a paratransit service for elderly and disabled residents — MTS-Access — which offers large vans capable of carrying wheelchair users. San Diego is a very walkable city with excellent public transportation options.
San Diego is home to some of the best hospitals in the country. The city has at least eight hospitals that provide emergency services. The top hospitals in San Diego include Alvarado Hospital Medical Center, UC San Diego Health Hillcrest – Hillcrest Medical Center, and Sharp Memorial Hospital.
San Diego is nicknamed “America’s Finest City” for its sandy beaches, gorgeous climate, and world-class entertainment, including the San Diego Zoo and Legoland California. The city offers plenty of options for entertainment, and in total, there are 98 museums and 150 performing arts stages, including two Tony Award-winning theaters. San Diego also has an opera, a symphony, a world-famous zoo and aquarium, and traditional arts and culture events that include an art walk and dinner theatre. The museums include several railroad, flight, and military museums, with options to suit any interest. Area seniors can find a sense of community at the Verne Goodwin Mira Mesa Senior Center, which also has a ballroom.
Residential care homes are houses in residential neighborhoods that are equipped, adapted, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually between two and 10. Like assisted living communities, staff at care homes typically help residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication management. Although residential care homes vary significantly depending on the community, services usually include:
Gold Canyon Care Home, Silvercreek Home Care and Casa Primavera are the top rated care homes near San Diego, California. See full list of communities.
There are 313 care homes near San Diego, California. See the full list.
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