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TheKey - HQ Intake in La Jolla, CA

TheKey - HQ Intake is a senior community in La Jolla, CA.

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7777 Fay Ave, Suite 210, La Jolla, CA 92037

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4.8 from 91 reviews
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Overall Review of TheKey - HQ Intake

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Care managers stay in touch

Families describe regular communication and clear updates about changing care needs.

Several reviewers say the care manager team provides ongoing check-ins and keeps families informed with thoughtful reports. Others mention having a named contact available for questions and schedule changes, which they found reassuring during busy or stressful periods. A few also describe how the office stays engaged long-term, not just at the start of care.

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Caregivers show compassion daily

Residents and families repeatedly describe caregivers as compassionate and respectful in daily support.

Many reviews focus on caregivers who feel attentive and genuinely caring, including checking in and responding when help is needed. Reviewers also describe the tone as professional and kind, with caregivers who treat loved ones with respect. A few reviewers add that the support helped their family feel peace of mind and stay connected to the person receiving care.

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Professional oversight and training

Multiple reviewers highlight training, supervision, and a professional approach to caregiving.

Reviewers frequently mention that caregivers and the back-office team are trained and supervised, with support available when needs shift. Some also describe a thorough matching process and ongoing follow-through, including visits and coordination to keep care running smoothly. One reviewer also credits continued training for how the program prepares caregivers for more complex needs.

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Care matching feels personalized

Families describe caregiver matching that considers skills and personality, not just availability.

Several reviewers say the team paired their loved ones with caregivers who fit both the care requirements and the person’s personality. A few mention that new caregivers are introduced with the goal of keeping the experience familiar, which helped reduce stress during transitions. Reviewers also describe adjusting caregiver assignments to align with specific needs as those needs changed.

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Features

Transportation

  • San Diego International-Lindbergh (8 miles away) San Diego International-Lindbergh (8 miles away)
  • MC Clellan-Palomar Airport (20 miles away) MC Clellan-Palomar Airport (20 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.9 miles)
  • Bird Rock Coffee Roasters (1.9 miles)
  • Blue Bottle Coffee (3.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.5 miles)
  • Bird Rock Coffee Roasters (6.6 miles)
  • The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf (7.3 miles)
  • Blue Bottle Coffee (7.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)

Parks

  • La Jolla Shores Park (1.3 miles)
  • Kate O Sessions Memorial Park (2.2 miles)
  • Tourmaline Surfing Park (2.4 miles)
  • Crown Point (3.2 miles)
  • Mission Bay Park (4.2 miles)
  • Mission Bay Park (4.8 miles)
  • Mission Beach Park (4.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • The Taco Stand (1.4 miles)
  • Pacific Beach Fish Shop (2.8 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (2.9 miles)
  • Mavericks Beach Club (2.9 miles)
  • Taco Bell (3 miles)
  • Pacific Beach Shore Club (3.1 miles)
  • Waterbar (3.1 miles)

Physicians

  • UC San Diego Health - La Jolla 8910 Villa La Jolla Drive (2.5 miles)
  • NVISION Eye Centers (2.5 miles)
  • Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center at UC San Diego Health (3.2 miles)
  • Stahl Richard Dr Scripps Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery Group La Jolla (3.6 miles)
  • Pearl Mini IVF (5.1 miles)
  • San Diego Mental Health Services (5.6 miles)
  • Sharp Rees-Stealy San Diego Radiology (6.3 miles)

Transportation

  • UTC Trolley Station (3.1 miles)
  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center (3.2 miles)
  • Old Town Trolley Station and Transit Center (6.6 miles)
  • Montgomery Field Airport (MYF) (6.8 miles)
  • Fashion Valley Trolley Station and Transit Center (7 miles)
  • TSA Pre-Check (7.9 miles)
  • Terminal 2 (7.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • UC San Diego Jacobs Medical Center (3.1 miles)
  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla (3.6 miles)
  • Scripps La Jolla Emergency Room And Trauma Center (3.6 miles)
  • Scripps Green Hospital (4 miles)
  • Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines (4.2 miles)
  • Kearny Mesa Convalescent and Nursing Home (6.2 miles)
  • Sharp Memorial Hospital (6.3 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Fashion Valley 18 (7.1 miles)
  • AMC Mission Valley 2 (7.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Good Shepherd Catholic Church (7.7 miles)

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