118 Assisted Living Facilities near El Cajon, CA
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There are 118 Assisted Living Facilities in the El Cajon area, with 25 in El Cajon and 93 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in El Cajon is $3,647 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,500. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Valley with an average starting cost of $2,850.
To help you with your search, browse the 343 reviews below for assisted living facilities in El Cajon. On average, consumers rate assisted living in El Cajon 3.9 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Santee with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in El Cajon, CA
La Vida Real
Provides: Assisted Living
11588 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA 92019
"My mother is in La Vida Real. They have larger rooms than some of the other facilites. The level of care is as good as any of the other ones that I visited, so I wouldn't hesitate to choose them...." More
"My mother is in La Vida Real. They have larger rooms than some of the other facilites. The level of care is as good as any of the other ones that I visited, so I wouldn't hesitate to choose them...." More
Lo-Har Senior Living
Provides: Assisted Living
768 Dorothy Street, El Cajon, CA 92019
"I have my own room in Lo-Har Senior Living. They help me with showers, they provide three meals a day, they help me with medications, they clean the room, and they wash my laundry. They have an..." More
"I have my own room in Lo-Har Senior Living. They help me with showers, they provide three meals a day, they help me with medications, they clean the room, and they wash my laundry. They have an..." More
Shaded Arbor Groveland Terrace
Provides: Assisted Living
1412 Groveland Terrace, El Cajon, CA 92021
"Shaded Arbor is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations!
Our facility caters to varied levels of care for the..." More
"Shaded Arbor is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations!
Our facility caters to varied levels of care for the..." More
Bosworth Gardens
Provides: Assisted Living
1340 Bosworth St, El Cajon, CA 92019
"Bosworth Gardens is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations!
Our facility caters to varied levels of care for..." More
"Bosworth Gardens is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations!
Our facility caters to varied levels of care for..." More
Bosworth Gardens II
Provides: Assisted Living
793 Wichita Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92019
"Bosworth Gardens RCFE is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations!
Our facility caters to varied levels of..." More
"Bosworth Gardens RCFE is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations!
Our facility caters to varied levels of..." More
Good Samaritan Retirement Center
Provides: Assisted Living
1515 Jamacha Way, El Cajon, CA 92019
"Donald was at Good Samaritan for only 3 or 4 days. The facility is very neat, very clean, exceptionally well-organized and thought about, and had very concerned, very caring people. Some of the..." More
"Donald was at Good Samaritan for only 3 or 4 days. The facility is very neat, very clean, exceptionally well-organized and thought about, and had very concerned, very caring people. Some of the..." More
New Dawn Senior Care Home
Provides: Assisted Living
789 Skyview Street, El Cajon, CA 92020
"I am very satisfied with New Dawn, and I have no complaints. They take good care of my husband. It's a board and care home. The food appears to be adequate and nutritious. The staff is very good." More
"I am very satisfied with New Dawn, and I have no complaints. They take good care of my husband. It's a board and care home. The food appears to be adequate and nutritious. The staff is very good." More
Rose's Greenfield Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
2083 Greenfield Drive, El Cajon, CA 92019
"The staff at Rose House Residential is excellent. There are ladies who work with Mom, and the crew is wonderful. The rooms are very clean. Mom is in a shared room with 2 twin beds, dressers, and..." More
"The staff at Rose House Residential is excellent. There are ladies who work with Mom, and the crew is wonderful. The rooms are very clean. Mom is in a shared room with 2 twin beds, dressers, and..." More
Rose House Residential
Provides: Assisted Living
1863 Dehesa Road, El Cajon, CA 92019
"We visited Rose House and met with the owner who was really kind and nice, and we liked her. We liked the room at the end corner. The residents were so friendly and loved the place. It was a small..." More
"We visited Rose House and met with the owner who was really kind and nice, and we liked her. We liked the room at the end corner. The residents were so friendly and loved the place. It was a small..." More
Rancho San Diego Board And Care II
Provides: Assisted Living
11945 Via Hacienda, El Cajon, CA 92019
"My mother is at Rancho San Diego right now. It is a converted house with three bedrooms set up with two beds, nightstands, dressers, and a closet in each. The house has central air and central..." More
"My mother is at Rancho San Diego right now. It is a converted house with three bedrooms set up with two beds, nightstands, dressers, and a closet in each. The house has central air and central..." More
Parkway Gardens Retirement Care Home
Provides: Assisted Living
660 Van Houten Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020
"My mom was a resident at Parkway Gardens before she passed away, the faculty always treated her with the utmost respect and was always there whenever Mom needed anything. She was treated great. ..." More
"My mom was a resident at Parkway Gardens before she passed away, the faculty always treated her with the utmost respect and was always there whenever Mom needed anything. She was treated great. ..." More
La Estancia
Provides: Assisted Living
1946 La Cresta, El Cajon, CA 92021
"In placing a love one in an assisted living facility, my family most certainly did their homework. We placed my grandmother here because the staff was friendly, the location in convenient, the..." More
"In placing a love one in an assisted living facility, my family most certainly did their homework. We placed my grandmother here because the staff was friendly, the location in convenient, the..." More
Casa El Cajon
Provides: Assisted Living
306 SHADY LANE, El Cajon, CA 92021
"I visit my friend often here and feel that he is very well looked after. I noticed the comments on the food and my friend has never complained about the food to me. The portion size seems fine..." More
"I visit my friend often here and feel that he is very well looked after. I noticed the comments on the food and my friend has never complained about the food to me. The portion size seems fine..." More
Sandalwood Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
700 Ballantyne Street,, , , El Cajon, CA 92021
"We found a place for my mother. It is called Sandalwood Manor. Everything is good. It is a private residence that takes about six people. Mom has been there for only two weeks, and so far, we are..." More
"We found a place for my mother. It is called Sandalwood Manor. Everything is good. It is a private residence that takes about six people. Mom has been there for only two weeks, and so far, we are..." More
Carroll's Residential Care
Provides: Assisted Living
655 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
"If you are even considering putting your family member in this facility--RUN the other direction. Residents are sitting in the parking lot, chainsmoking, looking in dumpsters for food and harassing..." More
"If you are even considering putting your family member in this facility--RUN the other direction. Residents are sitting in the parking lot, chainsmoking, looking in dumpsters for food and harassing..." More
Diego'S Adult Residential Care Facility
Provides: Assisted Living
9787 Hawley Road, El Cajon, CA 92021
Caring Corner Independent Living
Provides: Assisted Living
431 Graves Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020
"Caring Corner Independent Living is located in El Cajon, CA. Independent Living gives you or your loved ones peace of mind, when your health situations change we will be there to assist you in a..." More
"Caring Corner Independent Living is located in El Cajon, CA. Independent Living gives you or your loved ones peace of mind, when your health situations change we will be there to assist you in a..." More
Noble Living II, LLC - Hills Lane House
Provides: Assisted Living
505 Hills Ln Dr, El Cajon, CA 92020
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Caring Star 2016
Paradise Village
Provides: Assisted Living
2700 East 4th Street, National City, CA 91950
"We visited all, but the memory of Paradise Village. It's a very nice location. The buildings are immaculate. The outdoor space is huge. It really feels like an outdoor space. They're in the middle..." More
"We visited all, but the memory of Paradise Village. It's a very nice location. The buildings are immaculate. The outdoor space is huge. It really feels like an outdoor space. They're in the middle..." More
Lantern Crest Senior Living
Provides: Assisted Living
11010 Sunset Trail, Santee, CA 92071
"This is a great community for my mom! She has spent time at the Ridge and the Pointe. My family knows how active she is and see that she enjoys participating in so many events. She especially..." More
"This is a great community for my mom! She has spent time at the Ridge and the Pointe. My family knows how active she is and see that she enjoys participating in so many events. She especially..." More
Caring Star 2016
Grossmont Gardens
Provides: Assisted Living
5480 Marengo Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942
"My mom has been at Grossmont Gardens going on three months. The experience has been great. My mom is getting better. She is socializing well with the people there. The place is great. It's a good..." More
"My mom has been at Grossmont Gardens going on three months. The experience has been great. My mom is getting better. She is socializing well with the people there. The place is great. It's a good..." More
The Montera
Provides: Assisted Living
5740 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
"The Montera has been recently renovated. It's modernized and lovely. Their apartments are more than satisfactory. They are large and well kept. They have a very nice restaurant, too. The place is..." More
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"The Montera has been recently renovated. It's modernized and lovely. Their apartments are more than satisfactory. They are large and well kept. They have a very nice restaurant, too. The place is..." More
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Caring Star 2015
Atria Collwood
Provides: Assisted Living
5308 Monroe Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115
"Atria Collwood was very nice, and well taken care of. The residents seemed like they were content there. The staff was very friendly. The gentleman that helped us was the director there. He was..." More
"Atria Collwood was very nice, and well taken care of. The residents seemed like they were content there. The staff was very friendly. The gentleman that helped us was the director there. He was..." More
Atria Bonita
Provides: Assisted Living
3434 Bonita Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91910
"I have my heart set on Atria Bonita for my aunt. I haven't had a chance to actually speak with them because I missed my appointment. However, my game plan is hopefully to get out there today to..." More
"I have my heart set on Atria Bonita for my aunt. I haven't had a chance to actually speak with them because I missed my appointment. However, my game plan is hopefully to get out there today to..." More
Sunrise of Bonita
Provides: Assisted Living
3302 Bonita Road, Chula Vista, CA 91910
"I liked Sunrise of Bonita. I liked the lower levels that they had there. Everything was very beautiful. The rooms were OK, they were big, they were fine, and they had all the equipment people..." More
"I liked Sunrise of Bonita. I liked the lower levels that they had there. Everything was very beautiful. The rooms were OK, they were big, they were fine, and they had all the equipment people..." More
Monte Vista Village
Provides: Assisted Living
2211 Massachusetts Avenue, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
"It had nice grounds and landscaping. The rooms were a little larger than average. All rooms had a garden view, too. The staff was very friendly, welcoming, inviting, and professional. They had a..." More
"It had nice grounds and landscaping. The rooms were a little larger than average. All rooms had a garden view, too. The staff was very friendly, welcoming, inviting, and professional. They had a..." More
Sungarden Terrace
Provides: Assisted Living
2045 Skyline Drive, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
"I toured Sungarden Terrace about a year ago. It was a very pleasant assisted living community. Everything was very clean. It had lots of areas where people could sit outside their rooms, and there..." More
"I toured Sungarden Terrace about a year ago. It was a very pleasant assisted living community. Everything was very clean. It had lots of areas where people could sit outside their rooms, and there..." More
Westmont at San Miguel Ranch
Provides: Assisted Living
2325 Proctor Valley Road, Chula Vista, CA 91914
"We signed a contract for my mom at Westmont at San Miguel Ranch. It's been great so far, and we hope it will stay that way. The staff member who assisted me during the tour was really helpful,..." More
"We signed a contract for my mom at Westmont at San Miguel Ranch. It's been great so far, and we hope it will stay that way. The staff member who assisted me during the tour was really helpful,..." More
Plaza Village Senior Living
Provides: Assisted Living
950 L Avenue, National City, CA 91950
"We went to Plaza Village. My sister's going to be moving in at the end of November. I've been over there a bunch of times, I love them. The staff was great and very professional. Every time I've..." More
"We went to Plaza Village. My sister's going to be moving in at the end of November. I've been over there a bunch of times, I love them. The staff was great and very professional. Every time I've..." More
Westmont of La Mesa
Provides: Assisted Living
9000 Murray Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
"My Aunt was a resident of Westmont, both in the Assisted Living and Compass Rose sections until her passing. In both sections she received wonderful care and tremendous support from everyone at..." More
"My Aunt was a resident of Westmont, both in the Assisted Living and Compass Rose sections until her passing. In both sections she received wonderful care and tremendous support from everyone at..." More
Casa Del Cielo
Provides: Assisted Living
6173 Adelaide Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115
"My brother is living at Casa Del Cielo. It's a smaller place with about four residents. It's a private home in a normal neighborhood community. More attention is given to the residents so it's a..." More
"My brother is living at Casa Del Cielo. It's a smaller place with about four residents. It's a private home in a normal neighborhood community. More attention is given to the residents so it's a..." More
Vintage Home and Residential Care
Provides: Assisted Living
316 Crestview Drive , Bonita, CA 91902
"My friend was in Vintage Home and Residential Care, and they worked hard to try and make it a safe and happy environment. I think her room is above average. They have bingo, fingernail polish,..." More
"My friend was in Vintage Home and Residential Care, and they worked hard to try and make it a safe and happy environment. I think her room is above average. They have bingo, fingernail polish,..." More
Acorn Oaks Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
6217 Acorn St., San Diego, CA 92115
"We had my mother at Aacorn Oaks Manor for several months before she died. She received really good care there. They always had a lot of people interacting and cooking on the stove, so it had a very..." More
"We had my mother at Aacorn Oaks Manor for several months before she died. She received really good care there. They always had a lot of people interacting and cooking on the stove, so it had a very..." More
Family Style Care
Provides: Assisted Living
2875 Morningside St, San Diego, CA 92139
"Family Style Care is a very large house with five bedrooms. My mom has been there for a couple of months in her own bedroom and bathroom. The staff is very loving and caring. They take really,..." More
"Family Style Care is a very large house with five bedrooms. My mom has been there for a couple of months in her own bedroom and bathroom. The staff is very loving and caring. They take really,..." More
Spring Valley Senior Living
Provides: Assisted Living
8914 Troy Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977
"My mother has been at Monterey Trellis for years and we couldn't be more happy since she is happy and very content with the life that she enjoys.. Our father passed away back in 2009, so it is a..." More
"My mother has been at Monterey Trellis for years and we couldn't be more happy since she is happy and very content with the life that she enjoys.. Our father passed away back in 2009, so it is a..." More
Ivy Park at Otay Ranch
Provides: Assisted Living
1290 Santa Rosa Drive, Chula Vista, CA 91913
"My mom likes Ivy Park at Otay Ranch. She met a few older women there who were very sweet. The location is also close to the family. What she didn't like is the outdoor facility there. They have a..." More
"My mom likes Ivy Park at Otay Ranch. She met a few older women there who were very sweet. The location is also close to the family. What she didn't like is the outdoor facility there. They have a..." More
Jacob Health Care Center
Provides: Assisted Living
4075 54th Street, San Diego, CA 92105
"Jacob Health Care Center was very nice, new, bright, cheerful, clean, fresh looking, and lively. Everybody was very friendly. They would come up to me and start talking and greet me." More
"Jacob Health Care Center was very nice, new, bright, cheerful, clean, fresh looking, and lively. Everybody was very friendly. They would come up to me and start talking and greet me." More
Right Choice Senior Living
Provides: Assisted Living
6125 Cowles Mountain Blvd., La Mesa, CA 91942
"Established in early 2008, Jean Brooks (UCSD Graduate) and Todd Brooks (Air Force Veteran, US Air Force Academy Graduate) had the desire to develop Assisted Living Homes (Residential Care Homes)..." More
"Established in early 2008, Jean Brooks (UCSD Graduate) and Todd Brooks (Air Force Veteran, US Air Force Academy Graduate) had the desire to develop Assisted Living Homes (Residential Care Homes)..." More
James Board and Care
Provides: Assisted Living
6045 Reo Place, San Diego, CA 92139
"James Board and Care is locally owned care home facility that is located in San Diego. James Board and Care is located in a beautiful quiet neighborhood.
We aim to provide the highest quality..." More
"James Board and Care is locally owned care home facility that is located in San Diego. James Board and Care is located in a beautiful quiet neighborhood.
We aim to provide the highest quality..." More
Lake Murray Healthcare Center
Provides: Assisted Living
7867 Lake Andrita Avenue, San Diego, CA 92119
"Lake Murray Healthcare Center is a small residential community known today as "Assisted Living". It is designed to provide the ideal solution for seniors who need some help with ADL (Activities of..." More
"Lake Murray Healthcare Center is a small residential community known today as "Assisted Living". It is designed to provide the ideal solution for seniors who need some help with ADL (Activities of..." More
A Timeless Treasures
Provides: Assisted Living
3474 Angwin Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
"In a homelike environment, our group activities fill the day with genuinely enjoyable interaction provided by caregivers who are trained to be the best. We are dedicated to the supreme dignity and..." More
"In a homelike environment, our group activities fill the day with genuinely enjoyable interaction provided by caregivers who are trained to be the best. We are dedicated to the supreme dignity and..." More
Family Style Care II
Provides: Assisted Living
2847 Morningside Street, San Diego, CA 92139
"Family Style Care II offers residents independent living options and daily support services. We offer private and semi private rooms. On-going assessments of the residents needs to include..." More
"Family Style Care II offers residents independent living options and daily support services. We offer private and semi private rooms. On-going assessments of the residents needs to include..." More
Lake Murray Terrace Guest Home
Provides: Assisted Living
5971 Lake Murray Blvd., La Mesa, CA 91942
"Lake Murray Terrace was very nice, and it's just like a home. This is where I was supposed to take my husband. I highly recommend it to everyone. The lady who runs the place was really sweet to all..." More
"Lake Murray Terrace was very nice, and it's just like a home. This is where I was supposed to take my husband. I highly recommend it to everyone. The lady who runs the place was really sweet to all..." More
St. Paul's Plaza
Provides: Assisted Living
1420 East Palomar Street, Chula Vista, CA 91913
"St. Paul's Plaza was really nice. I liked the people and the set up. I liked the facilities and the restaurant-type meals. The room was nice and everything was good. The staff was wonderful." More
"St. Paul's Plaza was really nice. I liked the people and the set up. I liked the facilities and the restaurant-type meals. The room was nice and everything was good. The staff was wonderful." More
Paradise Valley Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
2575 E. EIGHTH STREET, National City, CA 91950
"My aunt is in Paradise Valley Manor. She's enjoying the food, and she participates in the activities. They have an enthusiastic staff and they do a lot of fun things with the residents there. The..." More
"My aunt is in Paradise Valley Manor. She's enjoying the food, and she participates in the activities. They have an enthusiastic staff and they do a lot of fun things with the residents there. The..." More
Lakeside Manor Elderly Care
Provides: Assisted Living
9308 Emerald Grove Ave, Lakeside, CA 92040
"My father spent the last 16 months of his Alzheimer’s journey at Lakeside Manor, and I could not have been more pleased with the level of care that he received during that time. When evaluating..." More
"My father spent the last 16 months of his Alzheimer’s journey at Lakeside Manor, and I could not have been more pleased with the level of care that he received during that time. When evaluating..." More
Caring Star 2016
Nazareth House
Provides: Assisted Living
6333 RANCHO MISSION ROAD, San Diego, CA 92108
"Nazareth House was very nice, but it didn't have the accommodations that we needed because my husband wanted a place where we could both be together in one apartment. They were mostly studio..." More
"Nazareth House was very nice, but it didn't have the accommodations that we needed because my husband wanted a place where we could both be together in one apartment. They were mostly studio..." More
Deer Hill Estates
Provides: Assisted Living
16916 Deer Hill Estates, Lakeside, CA 92040
"Deer Hill Estates is an excellent place. It's a very good and very modern facility. It also has estate property for people to roam about, has more to see and do than just a backyard and a front..." More
"Deer Hill Estates is an excellent place. It's a very good and very modern facility. It also has estate property for people to roam about, has more to see and do than just a backyard and a front..." More
Mount Miguel Covenant Village
Provides: Assisted Living
325 KEMPTON STREET, Spring Valley, CA 91977
"We went to Covenant Living at Mount Miguel for activities, people in our organization lived there, and we've been out there to do cookouts. It has pleasant surroundings and it's a nice facility. It..." More
"We went to Covenant Living at Mount Miguel for activities, people in our organization lived there, and we've been out there to do cookouts. It has pleasant surroundings and it's a nice facility. It..." More
The Ridge - Lantern Crest Senior Living
Provides: Assisted Living
800 Lantern Crest Way, Santee, CA 92071
"I visited Lantern Crest Senior Living for my father-in-law, and it was excellent. It was beautiful and clean with lots and lots of activities for seniors. The staff was really nice, and the..." More
"I visited Lantern Crest Senior Living for my father-in-law, and it was excellent. It was beautiful and clean with lots and lots of activities for seniors. The staff was really nice, and the..." More
Santee Elderly Care
Provides: Assisted Living
9069 Inverness Road, Santee, CA 92071
"My mother has moved into Santee Elderly Care. It is excellent. The atmosphere is very clean, healthy, and open, and there are lots of conversation. The staff is very helpful. Her room is..." More
"My mother has moved into Santee Elderly Care. It is excellent. The atmosphere is very clean, healthy, and open, and there are lots of conversation. The staff is very helpful. Her room is..." More
Reina's Residential Care
Provides: Assisted Living
9290 Murray Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
"Great caring caregivers who have been there for years. The owner is really involved making sure residents are well cared for. I see the staff and owner engaging in activities with the residents. " More
"Great caring caregivers who have been there for years. The owner is really involved making sure residents are well cared for. I see the staff and owner engaging in activities with the residents. " More
Santee Golden Care
Provides: Assisted Living
10111 Lafe Drive, Santee, CA 92071
"My mother is happy down there at Santee Golden Care. Everything is going good with her. The atmosphere is very good. It's a house and there are only six people there, so it works out great. I..." More
"My mother is happy down there at Santee Golden Care. Everything is going good with her. The atmosphere is very good. It's a house and there are only six people there, so it works out great. I..." More
Julie's Elderly Care
Provides: Assisted Living
9041 Inverness Road, Santee, CA 92071
"Julie's Elderly Care is a good place. There are only six residents, so they are more hands-on with them. It is a private home, so it's very home-like. There's a bathroom in each room. There's..." More
"Julie's Elderly Care is a good place. There are only six residents, so they are more hands-on with them. It is a private home, so it's very home-like. There's a bathroom in each room. There's..." More
Cloisters of the Valley
Provides: Assisted Living
4171 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108
"The Cloisters of the Valley was probably my favorite one for my father because it was small. They only have like 33 residents all on 1 floor and a beautiful garden with a walking path through it,..." More
"The Cloisters of the Valley was probably my favorite one for my father because it was small. They only have like 33 residents all on 1 floor and a beautiful garden with a walking path through it,..." More
Mission Villa East
Provides: Assisted Living
2337 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108
"Excellent community. Staff is the greatest. Very clean and lots of large areas for families and residents to enjoy. Chickens were great! " More
"Excellent community. Staff is the greatest. Very clean and lots of large areas for families and residents to enjoy. Chickens were great! " More
MesaView Senior Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
7971 Culowee Street, La Mesa, CA 91941
"My mother-in-law was at MesaView, but it wasn't working out very well. It was overpopulated. My mother-in-law was a little scared there. The food was OK, but not great. A couple of times a week I..." More
"My mother-in-law was at MesaView, but it wasn't working out very well. It was overpopulated. My mother-in-law was a little scared there. The food was OK, but not great. A couple of times a week I..." More
Solaris Senior Living Community
Provides: Assisted Living
14536 Garden Rd,, Poway, CA 92064
"Solaris Senior Living Community was really good. The facilities, bedrooms, and bathrooms were very good, too. There's a lot of outside areas for people to go to. It has beautiful landscaping, and..." More
"Solaris Senior Living Community was really good. The facilities, bedrooms, and bathrooms were very good, too. There's a lot of outside areas for people to go to. It has beautiful landscaping, and..." More
Chaparral Rose
Provides: Assisted Living
13653 Cuesta del Sol, Lakeside, CA 92040
"My mom was in Chaparral Rose for a while. The lady that runs the place is a nurse, and the people that were there were very good. I think they have 6 rooms -- 6 ladies -- and that’s it.
It’s very..." More
"My mom was in Chaparral Rose for a while. The lady that runs the place is a nurse, and the people that were there were very good. I think they have 6 rooms -- 6 ladies -- and that’s it.
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Award Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
1966 PARADISE STREET, San Diego, CA 92114
"We considered this place for my mother because of the following reasons: First, the individual who owned and runned this place was very impressive. Second, the caregivers here are great. Some of..." More
"We considered this place for my mother because of the following reasons: First, the individual who owned and runned this place was very impressive. Second, the caregivers here are great. Some of..." More
Serra Mesa Guest Home III
Provides: Assisted Living
3008 Melbourne Drive, San Diego, CA 92123
"Serra Mesa is a board and care facility. The staff was warm and friendly. The residents seemed content. The location was fine and they also have home cooked meals. On their calendar they did have..." More
"Serra Mesa is a board and care facility. The staff was warm and friendly. The residents seemed content. The location was fine and they also have home cooked meals. On their calendar they did have..." More
Del Cerro Manor Iii
Provides: Assisted Living
6655 Crampton Court, San Diego, CA 92119
"Del Cerro Manor III is not a big place. My husband lives in one of the six houses and I like where he's at. I like the people that are helping him. I just wish that they had a skilled nurse and..." More
"Del Cerro Manor III is not a big place. My husband lives in one of the six houses and I like where he's at. I like the people that are helping him. I just wish that they had a skilled nurse and..." More
Renaissance Living
Provides: Assisted Living
9112 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA 91942
"Renaissance living is a residential care facility. The reason we chose is the closeness to where we are and the number of residents there. Cleanliness was good and the meals are all homemade. The..." More
"Renaissance living is a residential care facility. The reason we chose is the closeness to where we are and the number of residents there. Cleanliness was good and the meals are all homemade. The..." More
Hillcrest Heights Healthcare Center
Provides: Assisted Living
4033 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
"Hillcrest Residential Care is awesome. They have two caregivers per six people. They also have a registered nurse that helps with the administration of the medication. It's very nice and very..." More
"Hillcrest Residential Care is awesome. They have two caregivers per six people. They also have a registered nurse that helps with the administration of the medication. It's very nice and very..." More
Sunshine Care Home
Provides: Assisted Living
11812 LAKESIDE AVENUE, Lakeside, CA 92040
"We were very impressed from the moment we walked into the facility. It was immaculate and all the house quests seemed to be happy. The style of the facility was furnished in a country theme. So, it..." More
"We were very impressed from the moment we walked into the facility. It was immaculate and all the house quests seemed to be happy. The style of the facility was furnished in a country theme. So, it..." More
Little Flower Haven
Provides: Assisted Living
8585 LA MESA BLVD., La Mesa, CA 91941
"Little Flower Haven seemed to be a very nice facility. It's an older building. The rooms were small but you can bring your own furniture. They had a nice dining room. When I visited there they were..." More
"Little Flower Haven seemed to be a very nice facility. It's an older building. The rooms were small but you can bring your own furniture. They had a nice dining room. When I visited there they were..." More
Renown Care
Provides: Assisted Living
8702 Tommy Drive, San Diego, CA 92119
"Renown Care is just a regular home with five or six clients. The facility is good. My wife has a completely quiet environment that she likes. The dining room is like a home. They can handle the..." More
"Renown Care is just a regular home with five or six clients. The facility is good. My wife has a completely quiet environment that she likes. The dining room is like a home. They can handle the..." More
Island Grove Guest Home
Provides: Assisted Living
12624 Willow Road, Lakeside, CA 92040
"When my mother got out of the hospital, she went into Island Grove. It is a converted house with a lot of caregivers, but nobody speaks English. I would go to see her at least three times a week,..." More
"When my mother got out of the hospital, she went into Island Grove. It is a converted house with a lot of caregivers, but nobody speaks English. I would go to see her at least three times a week,..." More
Mary Krystal Home
Provides: Assisted Living
2361 Montcliff Road, San Diego, CA 92139
"I'm living at Mary Krystal Home and it's satisfactory. However, I just called Adult Protective Services because the owner hit a patient, grabbed him around the neck once, and shook him. She was..." More
"I'm living at Mary Krystal Home and it's satisfactory. However, I just called Adult Protective Services because the owner hit a patient, grabbed him around the neck once, and shook him. She was..." More
Noble Living, LLC - Joan Court House
Provides: Assisted Living
5211 Joan Court, San Diego, CA 92115
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Meadowbrook Palace Residential Care
Provides: Assisted Living
219 S. Meadowbrook Drive, San Diego, CA 92114
Casa Primavera
Provides: Assisted Living
848 Felicita Avenue, Spring Valley, CA 91977
"Casa Primavera offers residents independent living options and daily support services. We offer private and semi private rooms. On-going assessments of the residents needs to include assistance..." More
"Casa Primavera offers residents independent living options and daily support services. We offer private and semi private rooms. On-going assessments of the residents needs to include assistance..." More
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Noble Living III, LLC - Decanture House
Provides: Assisted Living
6665 Decanture St #2138, San Diego, CA 92120
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What to Consider About Assisted Living in El Cajon
El Cajon,"The Big Box" as it is called, is situated in a valley surrounded by beautiful mountain views , just 17 miles from Downtown San Diego. Over 11 percent of residents are age 65 and over and they have 23 assisted living communities to choose from with 35 more nearby. Assisted living facilities (ALFs) in El Cajon are regulated by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) and are offically called Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in El Cajon
- Residents of El Cajon experience some of the worse air quality. The city is ranked 5th in the nation for ozone pollution by the American Lung Association. Residents suffering from respiratory issues may find this problematic.
- El Cajon has an array of community resources for seniors, including the El Cajon Recreation Department, an organization that assists local seniors with activities, recreations, banquet events and learning more information, as well as having six senior centers.
- El Cajon is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, meaning that its elected leadership "has made the commitment to actively work toward making their town, city or country a great place for people of all ages," according to AARP.
- California is known for not being tax-friendly and does not provide seniors with a tax-exemption on retirement income other than SSI. El Cajon residents have a combined 8.25 percent sales tax compared to the 6 percent national average and 8.54 percent state average.
- The cost of living in El Cajon is 50 percent higher than the national average. Seniors may enjoy lower expenses versus surrounding areas, including a 7 percent decrease in groceries and 9 percent decrease in utilities. Fewer expenses are helpful for low-income seniors.
- El Cajon has higher violent and property crime rates per square mile than most cities, making it only 21 percent safer than other cities in the nation. It is 31 percent more reliable than other cities in California and may be a concern for seniors considering an assisted living facility here.
Paying for Assisted Living in El Cajon
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in El Cajon start around $3,300 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in El Cajon and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in El Cajon
Seniors in El Cajon can receive financial assistance through the Med-Cali Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Assisted Living Waiver (ALW), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or the optional state supplement (OSS).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in El Cajon
El Cajon and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in El Cajon, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in El Cajon
El Cajon-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in El Cajon, CA
Paying for Assisted Living in El Cajon, CA
Free Assisted Living Resources in El Cajon, CA
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in El Cajon, CA
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