National City is a dense, urban city known for its diverse population and waterfront marina. It may appeal to seniors who prefer vibrant communities. The 2020 Census reveals seniors comprise 15.2% of National City’s 56,000 residents. That is below the U.S. average of 16.8% but doesn’t mean there’s less for older citizens. The average cost of living is lower than the California cost of living, housing costs are typically about 22% less than the state average and health care costs less than it does in California as a whole. The city is also home to the high-performing Paradise Valley Hospital. The median monthly cost for home care is $6,387, while home health care’s limited medical services cost an additional $86 per month.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the National City area – 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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8775 Aero Dr, Suite 235, San Diego, CA, 92123
4.5
(13 reviews)
"Home Instead Is A Great Place You Would Want For Your Loved One Or Yourself 2 B. Caregivers join them, Home Instead Gives QUALITY Care To All..."
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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
4.7
(6 reviews)
"Gentiva has provided me with personal and home care services for almost a month now. The service has been great so far. The staff has been very kind, caring and flexible. They really work hard to meet your needs and are flexible to accommodate your d..."
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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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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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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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800 Grand Ave., Carlsbad, CA, 92008
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Always There HomeCare took care of my mother for over 8 years, she just recently passed away and they were wonderful. They took excellent care of her and she always had a smile on her face when I came to visit her. Thanks your team of caregivers did ..."
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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. ..."
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4045 Bonita Rd # 207 , Bonita, CA, 91902
3.0
(1 reviews)
"My experience with A Caring Touch Home Care was not good. I went through around 10 caregivers, and I still wasn’t getting anywhere. They weren’t experienced, and it was so frustrating. The caregivers were putting Mom in her wheelchair and bringing he..."
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8333 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., Suite 107, San Diego, CA, 92111
"Addus is proud to be a nationally recognized provider of high quality, in-home care services with over 30 years experience. Our breadth of s..."
READ MOREHome care in National City is costlier when compared with state and national medians. The typical National City resident pays $286 per month more than the equivalent Californian and $1,430 more than the average American. Comparisons with nearby cities also find National City seniors paying more, typically $476 when compared with Los Angeles, $286 with Riverside and $572 with Oxnard. The widest gap between National City and nearby cities is with El Centro, where seniors can pay $2,955 less per month.
National City
$6,387
California
$6,101
United States
$4,957
El Centro
$3,432
Los Angeles
$5,911
Oxnard
$5,815
Riverside
$6,101
Home care costs a median of $6,387 in National City, while seniors receiving limited medical care from home health care agencies typically pay an additional $86 per month. Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey with details on home care and assisted living shows the latter is cheaper by $912 per month. Seniors getting adult day health care pay $4,329 for even greater savings. Nursing homes are the costliest care option, typically costing $2,997 more than home care.
Home Care
$6,387
Home Health Care
$6,473
Adult Day Health Care
$2,058
Assisted Living
$5,475
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$9,384
Note: Data for National City 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.
Seniors in National City can use state and local programs as they age in place. The programs may make homes safer and more energy-efficient and help seniors get nutritious meals every day. The following table includes some of the free and low-cost resources available with links to each and an overview of what they can do.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Weatherization Services | (619) 409-7588 | Income-eligible seniors in National City may qualify for Weatherization Services. They can make homes more energy-efficient and therefore reduce consumption and costs. This could mean replacing inefficient appliances, sealing sources of heat intrusion/loss and replacing insulation. The program will also install smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, if necessary. |
| Meals on Wheels San Diego County | (619) 260-6110 | Homebound adults aged 60+ qualify for home-delivered meals in National City for $4 to $7 per day, depending on the meals ordered. The nonprofit delivers one or two meals Monday to Friday, with extra meals delivered on Saturdays for the weekend. |
| State Property Tax Postponement Program | (800) 952-5661 | Homeowners aged 62+ may be eligible for the State Property Tax Postponement Program, which allows them to defer their current-year property taxes. To qualify, the home they reside in must be their principal address and the gross household income must be within the limits for that year. |
| AARP Foundation Tax Aide Program | (619) 691-5069 | Each tax period, AARP's IRS-certified volunteers help seniors prepare their taxes. Seniors can drop off their paperwork at a designated center for the volunteer to complete the work for them or communicate by phone and email so they can work together. The service is free. |
| Home Repair Program | (858) 694-4847 | Homeowners with single-family homes can borrow up to $25,000 at 3% interest calculated annually. The loan must be used to pay for home repairs. Seniors in mobile homes may qualify for a non-repayable grant of $12,000 to cover the costs of making their homes safer and more accessible. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times 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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