Just 30 minutes from the Mexican border, Chula Vista, CA, is ranked by Caring.com’s Senior Living Report among the best communities in California. The city has a very low crime rate and a nearly ideal climate with plenty of warm, sunny days that provide a great environment for retirees who want to enjoy outdoor activities year-round. Community amenities include Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center.
Seniors who choose to age in place in Chula Vista have several care options available, including home care and home health care. Home care services provide assistance with routine household tasks and may include help with basic personal care, whereas home health care is for those who need clinical services to be performed in the home and is provided by licensed professionals. The average cost of home health care in Chula Vista is $6,387 per month, according to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Chula Vista– complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
717 K Street, Suite 211, Sacramento, CA, 95814
4.9
(66 reviews)
"My sister and I decided to take the service of Golden years as the previous one did not go well. They give us a lot of option and they are easy to talk to, we will continue being with them. Thank you golden years...."
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450 Fletcher Pkwy , Ste 201 , El Cajon, CA, 92020
4.7
(51 reviews)
"Right at home El-Cajon took excellent care of my uncle Doc for many years. Services included daily hygiene & administering med’s. Vickie, Joanne, Tanya and Jessica were truly wonderful. They are punctual, kind, and gracious. Many thanks...."
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9967 Fieldthorn Street, San Diego, CA, 92127
4.8
(26 reviews)
"My dad passed in June 2019. My sister and I both live elsewhere and could not be there. For his last 2 weeks he was at home, receiving excellent care from Brenna and her team. Brenna communicated well with me and with the hospice nurse as needed. Wh..."
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3665 Ruffin Rd, Suite 103,, San Diego, CA, 92123
4.8
(4 reviews)
"All Valley Home Care San Diego is very nice. I like them. I have caregivers come into my house and help me with my husband. In terms of billing and other things, they're also very good, and I like them...."
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301 Spruce Street , San Diego, CA, 92103
4.8
(4 reviews)
"The support we've received from Golden Year's has been nothing short of remarkable! My wife finally has peace of mind, and I can't express how invaluable that is. They've professionally addressed all of our concerns, and their competence shines throu..."
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1455 Frazee Road Suite 500 , San Diego, CA, 92108
4.6
(5 reviews)
"I'm very happy with Gentiva Personal Care. I'm very happy with their professionalism and the care that the caregivers are giving to my in-laws. It's been about six months now. They're excellent with communication. My mother-in-law has severe dementia..."
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3940 Hancock Street Suite 204 , San Diego, CA, 92110
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Nu Care-San Diego, CA comes in and does the basics at home. They charge $36 an hour. So, they come as often as you want them to come. I have them come for three hours every other week and they do the cooking for me, but they also help people to get t..."
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7521 Fay Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92037
4.8
(63 reviews)
"The caregiver from Home Care Assistance - La Jolla, CA comes to our house and she makes lunch, makes the bed, and provides my husband different activities like playing games, drawing, coloring, and taking him out for lunch (depending on what my husba..."
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5625 Ruffin Rd., San Diego, CA, 92025
4.9
(15 reviews)
"My husband had wound care at home for about a month. We saw Heide C. R.N. three times per week and she gave excellent care. She is very personable, thorough, experienced and dependable. She really put us at ease. If we ever need this service ag..."
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2030 Main St. Suite 1300, Irvine, CA, 92614
4.9
(12 reviews)
"My mom had a rapid decline in health and needed care that we couldn't always provide her. Dan at Redan was quick to respond to all my questions. Within the week we had a caregiver to the house, she was kind but wasn't the right fit. Dan again was..."
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425 West 5th Avenue, Escondido, CA, 92025
5.0
(10 reviews)
"We receive great care through Interim...."
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3144 G St. Suite. 125-209, Merced, CA, 95340
5.0
(9 reviews)
"The caregivers from A Step Above Caregiving, LLC pretty much do what we ask them to do. We have caregivers over during the night and they give her showers, wash her hair, and make sure she doesn't fall. They also check her blood sugar and give her sn..."
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1968 S. Coast Hwy Ste 3995, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I go through them to take care of my mother, she has had dementia for 4 years and they have been there every step of the way, they stay the night with her and are there for EVERYTHING! They are very reliable I don’t know what I would do with out thes..."
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4225 Executive Square, Suite 600, La Jolla, CA, 92037
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My dad had knee surgery recently and needed help with mobility, errands and transportation since my mom could not help. We hired Api Home Care to help them during the day & they have been great. With his needs constantly changing they have been very ..."
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5473 Kearny Villa Rd, San Diego, CA, 92123
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Excellent/responsive agency with professional/kind caregivers who cared for my 94-year-old mother in our home. ..."
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7811 La Mesa Blvd Suite E , La Mesa, CA, 91942
5.0
(1 reviews)
"After my wife got diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, she required more hands-on care. She could no longer walk more than five feet without getting assistance. She was a fall risk. All Heart Home Care provided a caregiver who has years of experience ..."
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780 Bay Boulevard, Suite 200, Chula Vista, CA, 91910
4.3
(6 reviews)
"We hire our caregiver from In Home Supportive Services. He is a family member, so we know him, and he's good. He serves for daily care. He helps my dad take a bath, and he makes lunch. ..."
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4747 Viewridge Ave, #109, San Diego, CA, 92123
4.5
(2 reviews)
"We've been using Salus Homecare for almost 2 months. The caregivers are excellent, and I'm very pleased. They're very good. They do anything I ask them to do. ..."
READ MORE527 H Street, S Unit 120, San Diego, CA, 92108
4.0
(4 reviews)
"A Better Solution would come in two days a week for four hours. They take care of light housekeeping, cooking, and taking care of my father's personal needs. We're giving $30 an hour, and most of the agencies I inquired about are at $32-$34 an hour. ..."
READ MOREAt a monthly average of $6,387, home care in Chula Vista and other San Diego suburbs is more expensive than the national average of $4,957 but is only slightly higher than the statewide average of $6,101. Home care costs dip to $5,911 in California’s largest metropolitan area of Los Angeles, but the most affordable home care costs are found near the Arizona border in El Centro at $3,432. Central Valley residents in Fresno pay a monthly average of 5,529. The highest home care costs in California are in San Jose with an average of $7,102 per month.
Chula Vista
$6,387
California
$6,101
United States
$4,957
El Centro
$3,432
Fresno
$5,529
San Jose
$7,102
At a monthly average of $9,384 for shared accommodations, nursing homes provide the least affordable senior care in Chula Vista. Residents of assisted living communities pay an average of $5,475, while those who opt for adult day health care, which is available at community centers and other designated locations, pay an average of $2,058. Those using home health care services in Chula Vista pay an average of $6,473 per month.Â
Home Care
$6,387
Home Health Care
$6,473
Adult Day Health Care
$2,058
Assisted Living Facility
$5,475
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,384
Note: Data for Chula Vista was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Diego, was used instead.
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in Chula Vista:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aging and Independence Services | (800) 339-4661 | 1600 Pacific Highway, Room 206, San Diego, CA 92101 | Aging and Independence Services is dedicated to building age-friendly communities and managing services that help area seniors age in place and avoid institutionalization. In addition to supporting meal deliveries and nutrition programs, it helps seniors apply for In-Home Supportive Services, which provides aides to help with bathing, dressing, shopping and other daily activities. |
| Meals on Wheels San Diego County – South County Center | (619) 420-2782 | 270 F St., Suite 22, Chula Vista, CA 91910 | Meals on Wheels San Diego County delivers low-cost meals to seniors aged 60 and older, disabled veterans and caretakers. The program provides lunch, dinner and beverages six days a week, including holidays. Lunch- or dinner-only plans are available as are frozen meal packages. It also offers Latino fare and options for special diets. Daily meal service costs $7, and there’s a $35 sign-up fee. Food stamps are accepted. |
| Chula Vista Development Services Department | (619) 691-5047 | 276 Fourth Ave., Chula Vista, CA 91910 | The Western Chula Vista Rehabilitation Program provides no- and low-interest loans for home repairs and upgrades valued at up to $25,000. Homeowners must earn no more than 50% or 80% of the area median income. The Development Services Department also offers information about weatherization services and utility bill discounts offered by MAAC and San Diego Gas & Electric. |
| Rebuilding Together San Diego | (619) 231-7873 | 2013 Franklin Ave., San Diego, CA 92113 | Rebuilding Together San Diego offers two home repair and maintenance programs that benefit low-income seniors, veterans and disabled adults. Held every April, Annual Rebuilding Day offers free upgrades and home repairs, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical and yard work. Safe at Home is available year-round and is designed to help seniors with accessibility issues and repairs valued at $250 or less. |
| San Diego County Property Tax Relief for Seniors and Disabled | (619) 531-5481 | 1600 Pacific Highway, Suite 109, San Diego, CA 92101 | Seniors in Chula Vista qualify for a standard $7,000 homeowners’ exemption on their primary residences. Individuals and couples aged 55 and older qualify for a reappraisal exclusion that allows them to transfer the value of their current residence to a new property to prevent rate increases. Additionally, the California State Controller offers a property tax postponement program to seniors and disabled adults who earn no more than $45,810 and have at least 40% equity. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – oftentimes it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.
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