15 Memory Care Facilities near La Mesa, CA
There are 15 Memory Care Facilities in the La Mesa area, with 4 in La Mesa and 11 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in La Mesa is $4,965 per month. This is higher than the national median of $4,950. Cheaper nearby regions include National City with an average starting cost of $4,262.
To help you with your search, browse the 43 reviews below for memory care facilities in La Mesa. On average, consumers rate memory care in La Mesa 3.6 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Lemon Grove with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 9 families in La Mesa find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in La Mesa, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 10 Memory Care Facilities in La Mesa, CA
The Montera
Westmont of La Mesa
Elmcroft of La Mesa
Right Choice Senior Living
Paradise Village
Lantern Crest Senior Living
La Vida Real
Stellar Care
Sungarden Terrace
Westmont at San Miguel Ranch
Plaza Village Senior Living
Shaded Arbor Groveland Terrace
Bosworth Gardens II
Lantern Crest Senior Living
Lo-Har Senior Living
What to Consider About Memory Care in La Mesa
La Mesa is a small city that's located outside of San Diego in San Diego County, and it has a population that's just over 60,000 residents. According to the Alzheimer's Association, an estimated 650,000 Californians suffer from dementia disorders, and with nearly 15 percent of La Mesa's residents being over 65 years old, there's a need in the city for memory care. Seniors requiring residential memory care services can choose one of the city's two memory care facilities or one of the 20 facilities located nearby in places such as National City, Santee and San Diego.
In California, provisions and regulations for memory care are very similar to the provisions and regulations for assisted living, and as such, the two levels of care are often housed in the same communities. The state officially refers to facilities that provide assisted living and memory care to the elderly as residential care facilities.
- The La Mesa area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those that specialize in brain health and dementia disorders such as Sharp Grossmont Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- The American Lung Association has assigned a passing grade to the air quality in the La Mesa area. That means that seniors who suffer from respiratory illness don't need to be concerned that the air they're breathing in the city will negatively affect their condition.
- Seniors who require frequent medical care may find living in La Mesa to be more affordable than some other cities in the area because the cost of healthcare in the city is 15 percent below the national average. However, it's worth noting that the overall cost of living in La Mesa is nearly 70 percent higher than the national average, although this is mostly attributed to housing costs.
- Seniors and their loved ones may feel insecure living in La Mesa, as property crime rates are above average. In La Mesa, 28.16 property crimes per 1,000 residents occur each year. This means that residents of La Mesa have a one in 36 chance of becoming the victim of a property crime such as theft or vandalism. By comparison, the state average is only 25.53 crimes per 1,000 residents.
Paying for Memory Care in La Mesa
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in California
Memory Care costs in La Mesa start around $4,965 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,071 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in La Mesa 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 Memory Care in La Mesa
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in California page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in California page.
Free Memory Care Resources in La Mesa
La Mesa and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in La Mesa, please visit our Memory Care in California page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in La Mesa
La Mesa-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in California page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in La Mesa
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Review of The Montera
The Montera was a combination of memory care and senior living. It was very nice, but it's part of a huge corporation. The owners have like 20 of these facilities all over California, so it didn't ... Read more
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Review of Elmcroft of La Mesa
My mom recently stayed at Elmcroft of La Mesa. They had a few patios in place, but as far as entertainment goes, I only saw one central room that they tend to herd the people into during the day, f... Read more
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Review of The Montera
I toured The Montera, and the person who toured us, Rita, was fantastic. She answered all my questions and gave us a very good walk through in the facility. She was always available. If I had any a... Read more
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