Collwood Senior Living
5308 Monroe Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115
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AnneMarie
5
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May 27, 2026
I thought it was a lovely place. The people were obviously comfortable and well cared for. For me, it was just more care than I needed. They had lovely rooms, and everything was lovely and being taken care of beautifully. It's just too soon for me. I don't need that kind of care yet. I was looking for independent living, but I believe what I saw there was assisted living. There were several residents watching television, and there was a sort of bar area set up for them. It wasn't alcohol, but there were drinks available, and it looked very pleasant.
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About Collwood Senior Living in San Diego, California
Set amongst the hills and canyons of the Mid-City region, Collwood Senior Living is a welcoming community that offers all the comforts of home, as well as independent living and assisted living services. Here, you'll enjoy the convenience of being near Campus Plaza Shopping Center, Balboa Park and Mission Beach - and take comfort knowing a dedicated, tenured staff is available 24/7. All-inclusive community amenities include a dining room, café, outdoor dining and grilling space, fitness center, courtyards with walking paths, garden space, library and dedicated worship space. Convenient services include discreet support available round-the-clock, a full-time events director, chef-prepared meals served every day, local transportation service and housekeeping and linen services.
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Reviews of Collwood Senior Living in San Diego, California
4.5
(15 reviews)
Facility
4.3
Staff
5.0
Food
5.0
Activities
5.0
Value
4.5
AnneMarie
5
|
May 27, 2026
I thought it was a lovely place. The people were obviously comfortable and well cared for. For me, it was just more care than I needed. They had lovely rooms, and everything was lovely and being taken care of beautifully. It's just too soon for me. I don't need that kind of care yet. I was looking for independent living, but I believe what I saw there was assisted living. There were several residents watching television, and there was a sort of bar area set up for them. It wasn't alcohol, but there were drinks available, and it looked very pleasant.
Lori985
4
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November 25, 2024
I like it. The rooms are very nice. They don't have a kitchen in it at all, which is one downside. But the fact that they could provide a refrigerator and a microwave for me was super nice. I like the lady who gave the tour. I saw some parts of the outside, and it looked fine. Other than that, it was a very nice experience. It's a nice place, and the tenants were nice, too. The rooms were small, but it wasn't too bad. You can stick in some furniture and stuff like that, but it wasn't very big. They're small rooms because they're studios. The place needed some upgrading in some areas.
Kathleen
4
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September 24, 2024
I toured. They offered me but I did not eat there. It was just a smaller facility. It didn't have as much space for the people that lived there. The staff was friendly.
Reviewer#RD1028pt
5
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November 10, 2022
My former husband was here. It was very good and very clean. The people were very nice. They tried to do their best, but they weren't licensed to do some of the stuff that was needed for my former husband. Everybody was very caring. For the person staying, the food was very good. For the person that was just visiting, it was very bland, but of course, they have to take into consideration everybody. But everything was very nice. The facilities for parking and stuff were very easy. My former husband had a sunny room, which I think is pleasant. He had a window. The bathroom was comparable to assisted living. We were able to put everything in like pictures on the wall and his Juris Doctor degree. He was an attorney. They all knew him by the first name. I wasn't there at the end when my boys moved him out, but there was a lot of stuff going on. They had a nice library. They could enlarge the print and it is very nice to have that. They had people doing bingo all the time, they had puzzles, and they can work out. The people that work there were involved with the individuals on the different items that I just mentioned.
Cheryl
4
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December 21, 2020
It was really good, the person I dealt with, Joan, was excellent, the service was great, and it looked like they had a lot of activities going on. Their dining hall was pretty busy, it was a pretty nice area and the setup that they had there, they had a room that you can rent out for a birthday, before COVID you could, it's like a community room. Their customer service and hospitality was great. I think I left there with a homemade jar of salsa and a bottle of wine.
Gale
5
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September 30, 2017
It 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 me, which is a good thing, too. I just liked everybody. Their attitude was absolutely wonderful. I've been to five other places and they were nice, but they're more helpful here. It has a bottom floor, and she will be in a studio, not a 1-bedroom.
Debbie534114
5
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March 29, 2017
My mother was in here for two years. They were great. Her room was nice and like a large master bedroom with a private bath and a sliding glass door to go out in the courtyard. I liked the food and ate there frequently. They always had bingo and took residents to Target and CVS, but my mother did not participate. They had exercise class. I liked the staff and the medtechs were good; they always called me when there was an issue.
PatVMQWY
4
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May 12, 2016
It has private rooms, and the meals are OK. It’s clean, and the staff is friendly, attentive, and caring. They are good with transportation and activities.
Terry73887250
5
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April 15, 2016
My mother is here. It is a nice facility. The workers seem to be very happy and helpful. The people who live there are very happy and very much like it. My mom does not take part in the activities, but they have a lot of activities for the rest of the people, like bingo, book club, painting, and arts and crafts. I will recommend it because it seems to be a very happy place. The food is good. The workers are highly dedicated, and the staff is very accommodating.
Mary119605950
5
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February 26, 2016
My mother was here for six years. It was clean and bright. The people seemed very cheery and happy. I liked that they took good care of her. I would recommend it.
Caring106818150
4
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May 14, 2015
The rooms were spacious, and the accommodation was very nice. The staff who toured us showed us everything. We were shown different rooms and areas, and it was very nice. They offered us a beautiful dessert that was just darling. The food smelled great. They do have activities, and people were allowed to have little garden areas. It was really nice.
Caring92930050
3
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February 10, 2015
The rooms are small, but it is affordable. The staff is marvelous. I did not eat lunch there, but I really enjoyed my visit. They have a lot of activities going on like bingo. They have a beautiful library. It was just gorgeous. The people were very friendly. The dining room is nice, they gave me a menu to look at, and it was nice as well. I think the nicest thing about there is that you can get breakfast at 2 o'clock in the afternoon if you slept that day. They couldn't improve on the size of their rooms, but that would be nice if they could.
Jan33
5
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June 10, 2014
It was extremely friendly, and the cleanliness was above average. The food was excellent. All their activities were easy to get to and fit into. It was easy to get around the place. She has a room with a bathroom and a closet. Her room on the ground floor walks right out to a large garden. My cousin chose here because when she walked in, the people living and working there talked to her, and this was what she needed. The staff is very accommodating. If you have questions, they walk you through it or talk to you, and if they don't have the time, they refer you to somebody else. My cousin is happy there.
Caring84648950
5
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May 21, 2014
I liked it the best. I visited the facility, and it appeared to be clean. I like the flexible dining schedule. The room sizes were large, and the parking was accessible. What I looked at there were two-bedroom studios that were connected by a door, and the other facilities that I saw didn’t have anything like that. That would be very suitable for my mother and father. The staff are very friendly. I like that they have flexible meal hours. Their dining is always open, and my parents like that.
Connie19
5
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May 12, 2013
It is more of a home-like atmosphere, and they cater to all levels of care. They have a really nice dining room where the residents can order off a menu; they don't have to eat what's given to them. It's very clean, and the staff is just wonderful. They are very helpful, friendly, and unbelievably very nice to the patients. They're actually the best thing about this facility. My mom's been there for about a year and a half now.
Services and Amenities of Collwood Senior Living in San Diego, California
Campus/Building Details
- General Store
Family/Caregiver & Relocation Services
- Family Communication Services
Games Hobbies & Recreation
- Arts & Crafts Activities/Programs
- Literary Activities/Programs
- Educational Activities/Programs
- Music Activities/Programs
- Facilitated Field Trips/Outings
- Tabletop & Other Games/Programs
- Horticultural Activities
Housekeeping & Maintenance
- Housekeeping Services
- Laundry Services
- Linen Services
On-Site Services
- Religious Services
- Veterans Affairs (VA) Aid Assistance
Room Amenities
- Wifi/Internet In Unit
- Cable/Satellite In Unit
Parking Options
- Parking Lot
Diet & Nutrition
- Vegetarian Diet Available
- Special Diets/Dietary Accommodations
Financing & Payment Options
- Home Sale Assistance
- Financial Guidance
- Rent And Care Fees
Guests
- Guest Parking
- Overnight Guests
Inside Amenities
- Computer Room
- Entertainment Venues
- Cable/Satellite TV in Common Area
Outside Amenities
- Garden
Specialized Staff
- Nurse on Staff (Part time)
- Nurse on Staff (24 Hours)
Pets
- Pets
- Pet restrictions
Dining
- Communal Dining
- Guest Meals
Fitness & Wellness Programs
- Fitness & wellness facilities/equipment
- Tai Chi
- Salon Services
- Fitness Opportunities
- Yoga/Stretching opportunities
Health Services
- Memory Care
- Medication Reminders
Languages
- English spoken
Personal Care
- Bathing Assistance
- Dressing Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Cooking services
Transportation & Shopping
- General Transportation Services
Additional Amenity Information
- Fee Structure: We offer a month-to-month rental
- Dining: chef-prepared brunch, Spring time in Paris dining experience
- Features: Activities room, Community Education room, private dining room, library, Outdoor dining space, Courtyard, Walking paths, Worship space
- Technology: Cable or satellite TV
- Activities: Happy hour, MARDI GRAS PARTY & CAJUN DANCERS, ST. PATRICKÕS DAY PARTY, Indoor Walking Club, movies, Civic engagement, Town Hall meeting, Zumba, Ipad fun, bridge club, Men's night, Wine Down, Outdoor grill, Volunteer programs
- Diet: no-concentrated-sweets and no-salt-added diets
- Nurses: Nurses on call 24/7
- Range Of Services: Home maintenance, Med Techs, Shuttle service, Town car service, Full-service salon and spa offering styling, manicure and pedicure services, Escort and transfer assistance available, linen services, Incontinence management, Escort and transfer assistance
- Payment Options: Automatic Online Payments
- Licenses: RCFE Certification
- State Licenses: 374600890
State Licenses
State License: 374600890
Costs for Collwood Senior Living in San Diego, California

Assisted Living
$2,578
Starting Price

Independent Living
$2,578
Starting Price
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