Serra Mesa Guests Home III offers competitive pricing for its accommodations, with semi-private rooms available at $3,500 per month, which is slightly below the San Diego County average of $3,518 and above the state average of $3,333. For those seeking more privacy, the private rooms are priced at $4,000 monthly; this rate aligns with the county's average of $3,939 and also matches the state average. Overall, Serra Mesa Guests Home III presents a commendable choice for potential residents in terms of affordability while maintaining a standard that reflects the local market.
Floor plans
Serra Mesa Guests Home III
San Diego County
California
Semi-Private
$3,500
$3,518
$3,333
Private
$4,000
$3,939
$3,939
Overall Review of Serra Mesa Guests Home III
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Maintenance responsiveness stands out
Maintenance staff consistently communicate, show up promptly, and clean up after repairs.
A large share of reviewers focus on maintenance responses, describing fast, efficient work for items like A/C, dishwashers, toilets, sinks, heat issues, and light or fixture repairs. Residents and families repeatedly mention that technicians explain what they find and how they fixed it, and that the work area is left tidy. One reviewer also contrasts that they have had prompt handling of maintenance needs over time, while still calling out that some equipment in a gym area was unsafe or broken.
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Staff care is frequently noted
Residents and families describe staff as kind, warm, and attentive to day-to-day needs.
Several reviews describe staff as caring and respectful, with families saying their loved one is doing better with help for hygiene and eating. Others mention the staff being warm and friendly, and that residents appeared content. Reviewers also describe staff as accommodating and responsive when issues come up.
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Cleanliness and outdoor space
Reviews repeatedly mention the home feeling clean, with a usable outdoor area.
Multiple reviewers say the community looks clean, well-kept, and organized, including comments about the backyard and patio area. At least one review also mentions visiting and seeing the place as clean and neat. There is also a separate, less-positive note describing the home as dark and dreary and mentioning cleanliness concerns in a bathroom.
caveat
Food varies by review
Dining receives mixed feedback, from homemade meals to concerns about freshness.
Some reviewers describe the meals as homemade and home-cooked, including mentions of meals being prepared with care and served as part of daily life. Others question the quality and freshness, describing lunches as feeling like leftovers from earlier in the day. One reviewer also says the community put extra effort into holiday meals and included families in gatherings.
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Features
Housing
6 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
San Diego International-Lindbergh (6 miles away)
MC Clellan-Palomar Airport (24 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of San Diego, California, offers convenient access to various healthcare facilities, including several hospitals and pharmacies within a short distance. The area also has a diverse selection of dining options, ranging from fast food chains like In-N-Out Burger and Chick-Fil-A to local Mexican cuisine at Sombrero Mexican Food. For recreational activities, there are several parks nearby such as Civita Park and Balboa Park, providing opportunities for outdoor relaxation and exercise. Transportation options include the Montgomery Field Airport for air travel and multiple transit centers for easy access to different parts of the city. Additionally, there are several coffee shops for socializing and theaters for entertainment, such as AMC Mission Valley 2 and AMC Fashion Valley 18. Overall, this area provides a balance of healthcare services, dining options, recreational amenities, transportation accessibility, and entertainment venues that may appeal to seniors looking for a vibrant community in San Diego.
Hospitals
Sharp Soc (0.7 miles)
Rady Children's Hospital (1.4 miles)
Rady's Children's Hospital San Diego Large Waiting Room, Frost Street, Entrance 8 (1.4 miles)
Sharp Memorial Hospital (1.6 miles)
Kearny Mesa Convalescent and Nursing Home (1.7 miles)
Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center/Kaiser Foundation Hospital (1.9 miles)
UC San Diego Medical Center (3.7 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
Rite Aid (1.8 miles)
Kaiser Zion Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Rite Aid (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
Restaurants
Rally's (0.8 miles)
In-N-Out Burger (1.7 miles)
Sombrero Mexican Food (1.9 miles)
In-N-Out Burger (1.9 miles)
In-N-Out Burger (2.2 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (2.3 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (2.4 miles)
Transportation
Montgomery Field Airport (MYF) (1.2 miles)
Fashion Valley Trolley Station and Transit Center (3.3 miles)
Balboa Avenue Transit Center (5.1 miles)
Old Town Trolley Station and Transit Center (5.2 miles)
Firefly Car Rental (5.2 miles)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) (6.1 miles)
San Diego Santa Fe Depot (6.1 miles)
Physicians
Sharp Rees-Stealy San Diego Radiology (1.7 miles)
Kaiser Permanente Vandever Medical Offices (1.8 miles)
Kaiser Permanente Viewridge Medical Offices 2 (2.2 miles)
Internal Medicine Associates (4.5 miles)
San Diego Mental Health Services (4.7 miles)
Parks
Civita Park (1.9 miles)
Lindbergh Park (2.4 miles)
Cal's Point (3 miles)
Balboa Park (4.8 miles)
Mission Bay Park (4.8 miles)
Balboa Park South Loop (5.3 miles)
Waterfront Park (5.9 miles)
Cafes
The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf (2.3 miles)
Starbucks (3.4 miles)
Communal Coffee (3.5 miles)
Starbucks (4.8 miles)
The Simple Coffee House (4.8 miles)
Ghirardelli Ice Cream And Chocolate Shop (6.2 miles)
Serra Mesa Guests Home III offers competitive pricing for its accommodations, with semi-private rooms available at $3,500 per month, which is slightly below the San Diego County average of $3,518 and above the state average of $3,333. For those seeking more privacy, the private rooms are priced at $4,000 monthly; this rate aligns with the county's average of $3,939 and also matches the state average. Overall, Serra Mesa Guests Home III presents a commendable choice for potential residents in terms of affordability while maintaining a standard that reflects the local market.
Serra Mesa Guests Home III is located at 3008 Melbourne Drive, San Diego, CA 92123 in San Diego County, California
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6 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
San Diego International-Lindbergh (6 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Welcoming staff, clean facilities, healthy dining, and a personalized, home-like atmosphere.
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