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Assisted Living in San Diego, California

San Diego, the second-largest city in California after Los Angeles, is a haven on the Pacific coast, famous for its warm climate, beautiful beaches and extensive parks. It is home to around 1.5 million people, and seniors aged 65 and older make up 12.3% of the population. San Diego’s mild climate year-round, with an average of 201 days above 70 degrees Fahrenheit and low rainfall annually, makes it an ideal location for retirement. During most days of every season, seniors can enjoy captivating outdoor activities such as biking, jogging, tennis, boating, hiking, fishing, surfing, picnicking or beach strolls. The city is also home to countless world-class attractions, including the USS Midway, Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego.

In San Diego’s assisted living facilities, seniors can receive around-the-clock assistance with their personal hygiene and daily living tasks while also being part of an active community. Housekeeping and meals are typically included, and many communities also offer on-site therapy. On average, San Diego’s seniors spend $5,475 a month on assisted living, which is higher than the state and national medians. 

After comparing the cost of assisted living in San Diego with other parts of the state, we’ll detail a few resources that may help seniors find a facility that meets their needs. 

55 Assisted Living communities in San Diego, CA | 20 nearby communities

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Casa De Castro I, San Diego, CA

1. Casa De Castro I

7766 Prairie Mound Way, San Diego, CA, 92139

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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Brookside Inn, San Diego, CA

2. Brookside Inn

2921 Murat St, San Diego, CA, 92117

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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Baron's Presidio - Decatur Cottage, San Diego, CA

3. Baron’s Presidio – Decatur Cottage

6396 Lake Decatur Ave, San Diego, CA, 92119

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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Olieva Home For Seniors, San Diego, CA

4. Olieva Home For Seniors

8825 Stanwell St, San Diego, CA, 92126

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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Paseo Guest Home, San Diego, CA

5. Paseo Guest Home

13597 Paseo Cardiel, San Diego, CA, 92129

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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Lily Of The Valley Residential Care, San Diego, CA

6. Lily Of The Valley Residential Care

11419 Westonhill Dr, San Diego, CA, 92126

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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Avalon Palms, San Diego, CA

7. Avalon Palms

3271 Innuit Ave, San Diego, CA, 92117

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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Serra Mesa Guests Home Ii, San Diego, CA

8. Serra Mesa Guests Home Ii

566 Parkwood Dr, San Diego, CA, 92139

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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Golden Hearts Home, San Diego, CA

9. Golden Hearts Home

10197 Spring Manor Ct, San Diego, CA, 92126

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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Calle De Vida Too, San Diego, CA

10. Calle De Vida Too

4745 Calle de Vida, San Diego, CA, 92124

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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Baron's Presidio - University City, San Diego, CA

11. Baron’s Presidio – University City

6860 Condon Dr, San Diego, CA, 92122

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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Serra Mesa Guest Home I, San Diego, CA

12. Serra Mesa Guest Home I

8693 Celestine Ave, San Diego, CA, 92123

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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Joster Villa, San Diego, CA

13. Joster Villa

10864 Worthing Ave, San Diego, CA, 92126

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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Emmaus Care Ii, San Diego, CA

14. Emmaus Care Ii

8748 Covina St, San Diego, CA, 92126

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Ridgeview Health Center

9825 Glen Center Dr., San Diego, CA, 92131

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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20 matching communities nearby San Diego

1. Paradise Village

2700 East 4th Street, National City, CA, 91950

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Lantern Crest Senior Living

300 Lantern Crest Way, Santee, CA, 92071

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Monte Vista Village

2211 Massachusetts Avenue, Lemon Grove, CA, 91945

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. White Sands La Jolla

7450 Olivetas Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. The Montera

5740 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA, 91942

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Westmont at San Miguel Ranch

2325 Proctor Valley Road, Chula Vista, CA, 91914

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Ivy Park at Bonita

3302 Bonita Road, Chula Vista, CA, 91910

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Sungarden Terrace Assisted Living and Memory Care

2045 Skyline Drive, Lemon Grove, CA, 91945

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Coronado Retirement Village

299 Prospect Place, Coronado, CA, 92118

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Sun and Sea Manor

740 7th Street, Imperial Beach, CA, 91932

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Ivy Park at Otay Ranch

1290 Santa Rosa Drive, Chula Vista, CA, 91913

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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Plaza Village Senior Living, National City, CA

12. Plaza Village Senior Living

950 L Avenue, National City, CA, 91950

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. Grossmont Gardens

5480 Marengo Ave, La Mesa, CA, 91942

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. Westmont of La Mesa

9000 Murray Dr, La Mesa, CA, 91942

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Pacifica Senior Living Bonita

3434 Bonita Rd, Chula Vista, CA, 91910

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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16. Right Choice Senior Living

6125 Cowles Mountain Blvd., La Mesa, CA, 91942

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $4500 / mo

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17. La Vida Real

11588 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA, 92019

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Casa de Manana

849 Coast Boulevard, La Jolla, CA, 92037

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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Paradise Valley Manor, National City, CA

19. Paradise Valley Manor

2575 E. EIGHTH STREET, National City, CA, 91950

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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20. The Seasons at La Jolla

6211 LA JOLLA HERMOSA AVE., La Jolla, CA, 92037

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in San Diego

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in California. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

Paying For Assisted Living in San Diego

According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, on average, assisted living in San Diego costs $5,475 a month. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in San Diego

Seniors in San Diego spend an average of $225 more on assisted living than seniors throughout the state. Compared to seniors throughout the country, they spend $975 a month more on their care. 

$5475

San Diego

$5250

California

$4500

The United States

Cities in the northern part of the state have some of the highest care costs, with San Francisco ($6,319) and Napa ($6,300) being near the top of the range. San Jose, where seniors pay about $525 a month more for assisted living than seniors in San Diego, isn’t far behind. Heading south, average care costs are relatively affordable in Bakersfield ($3,750) and Fresno ($3,900), while in Los Angeles ($5,250), the average cost of care is in line with the statewide average.

$5475

San Diego

$5225

Sacramento

$6300

Napa

$6319

San Francisco

$6000

San Jose

$3900

Fresno

$3750

Bakersfield

$5250

Los Angeles

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in San Diego

More ways to pay for assisted living in California

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in California.

San Diego Assisted Living Resources

ContactDescription
211 San Diego(858) 300-1211
(800) 227-0997
2-1-1 San Diego is a resource and information hub connecting the residents of the region with health, community and disaster services through free phone service and a searchable online database. The platform serves the entire population of San Diego, and seniors or families of elderly citizens can rely on it to find relevant information about assisted living services and programs.
ElderHelp of San Diego(619) 284-9281ElderHelp is a dynamic agency dedicated to improving the lives of elderly citizens and their families. It provides a host of community-based solutions through a team of professional staff and over 350 paraprofessional volunteers aimed at enabling seniors to live more independently. Founded in 1973, the organization has been a critical resource to San Diego’s surging population of seniors facing the many limitations that come with advanced age. One of its programs, HomeShare, assists seniors seeking affordable housing by matching them with suitable home providers.
HICAP(800) 434-0222HICAP ( Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program) is supported by California Health Advocates, the leading Medicare advocacy and education non-profit in California. With offices in San Diego and many other counties throughout California, HICAP provides free information, guidance and counseling about Medicare. Volunteer counselors are available to help seniors and the general population to understand their rights and health care options. HICAP also provides free educational presentations to groups of Medicare beneficiaries and other relevant parties on various Medicare and other health insurance topics.
San Diego Home Health CareWeb PageSan Diego Home Health Care is a web page aimed at educating the residents of San Diego on the differences between skilled nursing services and non-medical home care. It also provides numerous links to financial and senior assistance resources in San Diego. Elderly citizens and their families can find detailed information involving senior care, from how Medicare works to guidance on home care equipment and supplies at discounted prices.
Sharp Healthcare(619) 740-4288Sharp Healthcare is a not-for-profit integrated regional health care delivery system with several hospitals, affiliated medical groups and a health plan. It offers free transportation services to seniors and individuals with disabilities, provided their cases are not emergencies. Vans are available for dispatch near their hospital locations, and services for physician appointments can also be accessed at some of their facilities.
Cool Zones(800) 510-2020From June to October, there is a cool zone program in San Diego that helps seniors and individuals with disabilities to escape from extreme heat. Over 115 locations are available throughout the region, and all are well-air-conditioned and marked with a Polar Bear Cool Zone logo. If you cannot search for a nearby cool zone online, you can call Aging Independence Services through the provided contact and select option ‘6′.

San Diego Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the San Diego area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in California