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Mesaview Senior Assisted Living in La Mesa, CA

Mesaview Senior Assisted Living is an assisted living and memory care community in La Mesa, CA.

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Mesaview Senior Assisted Living

7971 Culowee Street, La Mesa, CA 91942

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.2 from 26 reviews
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Mesaview Senior Assisted Living Costs & Pricing

Mesaview Senior Assisted Living offers competitive pricing that highlights its value compared to the broader costs found in San Diego County and California. For instance, a one-bedroom unit at Mesaview is available for $2,500 per month, significantly less than the county average of $4,315 and the state average of $4,340. Similarly, their semi-private rooms are priced at $2,800, which is more affordable than both the county price of $3,518 and the state rate of $3,333. The studio apartments at Mesaview are offered for $3,000 monthly; this also undercuts the local and state averages of $4,217 and $4,145 respectively. Overall, Mesaview Senior Assisted Living stands out as a cost-effective choice for those seeking supportive care without compromising on quality.

Floor plansMesaview Senior Assisted LivingSan Diego CountyCalifornia
1 Bedroom$2,500$4,315$4,340
Semi-Private$2,800$3,518$3,333
Studio$3,000$4,217$4,145

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Overall Review of Mesaview Senior Assisted Living

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Care for dementia and diabetes

Residents and families describe hands-on support for dementia and diabetes.

Several reviews mention that the staff stayed involved as care needs changed, including dementia progressing beyond what families could manage at home. One resident’s diabetes was a specific focus, with close monitoring and regular updates on blood sugar. Another review highlights hands-on care during a transition period and staff compassion throughout. A critical review also points to medication training concerns, which is the main downside connected to care execution.

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Caring staff is a recurring theme

Families consistently describe the staff as kind, helpful, and attentive.

Across many reviews, families say the staff provided personal, supportive help and treated residents with care. Visitors also describe feeling that staff were interested in residents’ welfare and kept them informed about what was happening. A few reviews specifically credit individual staff members for compassion and for helping with day-to-day needs. The main negative thread is that some families felt staffing and follow-through were lacking at times.

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Food quality and flexible meals

Meal experiences are frequently positive, including fresh food and flexibility.

Multiple residents and families comment on meal quality, describing food as fresh and appetizing. A review mentions that staff went beyond standard offerings to prepare off-menu items for a picky eater. Another review highlights meals coming together with family gatherings, and others describe meals that look good and support better eating. On the negative side, one review complains about menu options and another calls out a kitchen cleanliness problem.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents are described as staying engaged through ongoing activities.

Reviewers repeatedly mention programmed activities and meaningful ways for residents to spend time. Families also describe entertainment and a calm environment on the grounds, with examples including a courtyard and resident-focused options. One review notes parties and weekly activity programming, including on Sunday. A counterpoint appears in a critical review that says there were few or no activities available.

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Pricing described as easier to manage

Families describe the rates as competitive and within budget.

Several reviews mention that the community’s pricing was favorable compared with other options they evaluated. One family says the facility’s rate matched their budget range, and another describes rates as competitive and easy to understand. Even among positive reviews, cost is sometimes grouped with the broader impression of how the community runs. The pricing evidence stands apart from the main criticisms, which focus more on staffing and facility condition.

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Staffing and cleanliness concerns

Some reviews raise concerns about staffing levels, cleanliness, and medication handling.

A small number of reviews point to problems with staffing coverage, including a claim that there was not enough staff on certain days. The same review also alleges issues with night care, medication training, and kitchen cleanliness, which is a direct contrast to the overwhelmingly positive care experiences in other reviews. Another critical review describes the facility as rundown and lacking enough staff to feel comfortable leaving a family member there. A separate review also calls out overall cleanliness and limited meal options.

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Features

Housing

  • 30 resident community capacity 30 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • San Diego International-Lindbergh (10 miles away) San Diego International-Lindbergh (10 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of La Mesa, California offers a convenient and accessible location with a variety of amenities nearby. There are several popular restaurant options such as McDonald's and BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse within a short distance for dining out. Additionally, there are multiple pharmacies located within a couple miles, providing easy access to medical supplies and prescriptions. The area also features transportation options with the Grossmont Transit Center nearby. For leisure activities, there are cafes like Starbucks and The Simple Coffee House in the vicinity for meeting friends or enjoying a cup of coffee. In terms of healthcare, there are hospitals such as Sharp Grossmont Hospital Brier Patch and Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center in close proximity for any medical needs. With parks like Mount Helix Park and Town Center Community Park nearby, residents can also enjoy outdoor activities and nature walks. Overall, this neighborhood provides a mix of convenience, accessibility, and amenities that would be beneficial for senior living considerations.

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.5 miles)
  • Jack In The Box (1.1 miles)
  • BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse (1.3 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (1.8 miles)
  • Brigantine Seafood Restaurants (1.9 miles)
  • Jack In The Box (2.8 miles)
  • Black Bear Diner El Cajon (4.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Grossmont Transit Center (1.4 miles)
  • Montgomery Field Airport (MYF) (7.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.6 miles)
  • The Simple Coffee House (2.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.2 miles)
  • Communal Coffee (6.7 miles)
  • Kung Fu Tea (7.2 miles)
  • The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf (7.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital Brier Patch (1.7 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center/Kaiser Foundation Hospital (4.3 miles)
  • Stanford Court Nursing (5.3 miles)
  • Sharp Soc (6.7 miles)
  • Naval Medical Center San Diego (7.4 miles)
  • Rady Children's Hospital (7.6 miles)
  • Rady's Children's Hospital San Diego Large Waiting Room, Frost Street, Entrance 8 (7.6 miles)

Parks

  • Mount Helix Park (2.6 miles)
  • Town Center Community Park (6.3 miles)
  • Shadow Hill Park (6.6 miles)
  • Civita Park (7.2 miles)
  • Cal's Point (7.4 miles)
  • Balboa Park (7.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • El Camino Grace Church (3.8 miles)
  • Skyline Church (4.6 miles)
  • Foothills Christian Church (5 miles)
  • Corpus Christi Church (7.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Fereshteh Jahanpanah Medical Clinic (4.4 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Vandever Medical Offices (4.5 miles)
  • Dr Dominguez And Dr Ancona-Young Office (5 miles)
  • Elahe Toulouie, MD (6.3 miles)
  • Pushpanjalie Wijeratne, MD (6.7 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Viewridge Medical Offices 2 (7 miles)
  • Sharp Rees-Stealy San Diego Radiology (7.8 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Mission Valley 2 (7.1 miles)

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