113 Assisted Living Facilities near El Cajon, CA
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There are 113 Assisted Living Facilities in the El Cajon area, with 24 in El Cajon and 89 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in El Cajon is $3,300 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,346. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Valley with an average starting cost of $2,700.
To help you with your search, browse the 298 reviews below for assisted living facilities in El Cajon. On average, consumers rate assisted living in El Cajon 3.8 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Santee with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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24 Assisted Living Facilities in El Cajon, CA
Lo-Har Senior Living
Provides: Assisted Living
768 Dorothy Street, El Cajon, CA 92019
"My mother was a resident here for approximately 10 years. The small home that is available to a limited number of residents is beautifully decorated, very much like a well-cared for home. There is..." 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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Parkway Gardens Retirement Care Home
Provides: Assisted Living
660 Van Houten Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020
"My Mom loves it here. She has her own TV in a nice room. Marco comes to get her and assists her to the dining room for meals. He's very nice to her. All the staff are.
Anything she needs assistance..." 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
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
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
Carrolls 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
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
89 Assisted Living Facilities near El Cajon, CA
Caring Star 2016
Paradise Village
Provides: Assisted Living
2700 East 4th Street, National City, CA 91950
"Paradise Village was good. It was more like individual apartments, and they have a communal kitchen. The rooms were clean. They're really friendly and the complimentary lunch was fine. They have a..." 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
Caring Star 2016
Grossmont Gardens
Provides: Assisted Living
5480 Marengo Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942
"Grossmont Gardens was excellent, and the rooms and staff were nice. That was where my mom stayed for respite care. I would go back. The security was good, and the price was comparable.
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Sunrise of Bonita
Provides: Assisted Living
3302 Bonita Road, Chula Vista, CA 91910
"We toured sunrise of Bonita, and that was gorgeous. You can just walk around the path outside, and its just gorgeous. They even allow dogs there, and they have a couple of house dogs that live..." More
The Montera
Provides: Assisted Living
5740 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
"The Montera would have been a wonderful facility, but Dad needed more care than what they offered. They were very upfront about that, the manager was very good at explaining things, and he was very..." More
Westmont at San Miguel Ranch
Provides: Assisted Living
2325 Proctor Valley Road, Chula Vista, CA 91914
"My dad is living in Westmont at San Miguel Ranch. It's very good, and the rooms are really nice. The staff is very positive, helpful, and friendly. The food was good, and they had nice selection." More
Plaza Village Senior Living
Provides: Assisted Living
950 L Avenue, National City, CA 91950
"My grandmother has been living in this facility for almost a year now. Angel, Elmer, Hugo, Tammy and Kelly have been wonderful. My grandmother has Alzheimer's and can be difficult to deal with at..." More
Sungarden Terrace
Provides: Assisted Living
2045 Skyline Drive, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
"My appointment at Sungarden Terrace was really very impressive. It was outstanding. Its probably a newer community, because it looked new, clean, and set up pretty nicely. The staff was excellent,..." 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
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
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
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
Sienna at Otay Ranch
Provides: Assisted Living
1290 Santa Rosa Drive, Chula Vista, CA 91913
"Sienna at Otay Ranch looks really favorable. They have programs all day long to keep people busy in a very good way. The place is small and it's going to have a small number of people in it. It's..." 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
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
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
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
Mount Helix Care Home
Provides: Assisted Living
10030 Grandview Drive, La Mesa, CA 91941
"Mount Helix Care Home provides quality care and individualized attention to its residents. This small but beautiful home is located in a nice neighborhood. It has large bedrooms and bathrooms...." 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
Reina's Residential Care
Provides: Assisted Living
9290 Murray Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
"Reina’s Residential Care is conveniently located near Hwy 8 for visiting family and the nearby Sharp Grossmont Hospital for emergency services, new residents to Reina's Residential Care will find a..." More
Westmont of La Mesa
Provides: Assisted Living
9000 Murray Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
"Westmont of La Mesa, a newly built full service senior living community in San Diego County offering independent living, assisted living and memory care for 145 residents, announces its grand..." More
Caring Star 2015
Atria Collwood
Provides: Assisted Living
5308 Monroe Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115
"Atria Collwood was very clean. I talked to the residents as well as the personnel, and they were very nice. The facility is really nice. I'm very happy that my mom is going in there. It's close to..." More
Caring Star 2014
Atria Bonita
Provides: Assisted Living
3434 Bonita Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91910
"The tour at Villa Bonita Senior Living went well. It was a really beautiful place. The rooms were very nice, adequate, and clean.
" More
Caring Star 2016
Monte Vista Village
Provides: Assisted Living
2211 Massachusetts Avenue, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
"SMy mother is 95. She has lived at Monte Vista Village for 3 1/2 years. She moved to independent living there after coming to San Diego from Florida when she could no longer live on her own. Her..." 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
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
Mount Miguel Covenant Village
Provides: Assisted Living
325 KEMPTON STREET, Spring Valley, CA 91977
"The one that we cared a lot about was called Mount Miguel Covenant Village. Prior to getting to the facility, the neighborhood around is not a safe area. The facility itself is very, very nice. The..." 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
Paradise Valley Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
2575 E. EIGHTH STREET, National City, CA 91950
"It was a difficult time last year for our family - my dad who had been in and out of the hospital due to infection on his foot which later unfortunately deteriorated and had to be amputated (since..." More
Deer Hill Estates
Provides: Assisted Living
16916 Deer Hill Estates, Lakeside, CA 92040
"This is just what you want in a home for the elderly. There are consistent caregivers, who are kind and knowledgeable. The residents are encouraged to feel that it is their home. There are..." 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
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
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
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
Mission Villa East
Provides: Assisted Living
2337 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108
"My friend is a resident of Mission Villa West. The experience has been very good. His health has improved tremendously since he has been in their care. It's a very nice place with a view..." 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
Solaris Senior Living Community
Provides: Assisted Living
14536 Garden Rd,, Poway, CA 92064
"Solaris Senior Living Community is very comfortable. The staff is very adequate, friendly, and took loving care of my husband. The cost that they are charging me is very affordable. The food is..." More
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Meadowbrook Palace Residential Care
Provides: Assisted Living
219 S. Meadowbrook Drive, San Diego, CA 92114
What to Consider About Assisted Living Facilities in El Cajon, CA
Paying for Assisted Living Facilities in El Cajon, CA
Free Assisted Living Resources in El Cajon, CA
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in El Cajon, CA
Assisted Living near El Cajon, CA
Other Options in El Cajon, CA
Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in El Cajon
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Review of Lo-Har Senior Living
I visited Lo-Har Senior Living. We stood at the gate for the longest time waiting for somebody to come greet us. We had an appointment, but it didn't seem like it. Once we got to talking and walkin... Read more
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Review of Rancho San Diego Board And Care II
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 heat... Read more
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Review of Parkway Gardens Retirement Care Home
My mother moved in to Parkway Gardens Retirement two months ago. She has her own room which is very nice. She shares a bathroom. The food there is not that great, and they do't have any activities.... Read more
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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.
