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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in University Heights, CA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for assisted living in University Heights, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in University Heights or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in University Heights.

From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in University Heights for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 111 assisted living facilities in the University Heights area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.


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Average starting price of Assisted Living in University Heights, CA is $4,609/month. Learn more
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Recent reviews of Assisted Living in University Heights, CA
White Sands, a CCRC in La Jolla, CA
5.0 / 5.0

White Sands facility has everything from independent living to skilled nursing. They have a lot of activities to offer, it is in a really beautiful location. We could not be happier with our decision, we know our mother is safe there. The food is excellent with a wide range of choices. The rooms are very nice and adequate, they have many options to choose from. Our loved one has a beautiful view.

La Costa Golf Care in Carlsbad, CA
4.5 / 5.0

There are not a ton of activities at La Costa but my aunt does participate in a few. She has a patio and enjoys going outside. The staff are very nice and helpful. I have not tried the food but my aunt seems to like it and it seems to have a lot of nutrients.

Lilac Chateau I in Santee, CA
5.0 / 5.0

It was the best! I was treated with love ans respect, great food, if I ever run away from home this is where I will come! Thank for taking great care of me!

Monte Vista Village

2211 Massachusetts Avenue, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

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81 reviews

We moved my Aunt in a couple of months ago, and it’s perfect for her. The grounds here are beautiful and her apt a 1 bedroom , is very nice and roomy. Everyone is very friendly who live here, and they have...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Monte Vista Village is a charming senior community in Lemon Grove, CA, in San Diego County. We offer excellent assisted living and independent living options. Located amongst 7.5 acres of land (including a stunning tiered waterfall), Monte Vista Village is the perfect place to kick back and enjoy...

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Paradise Village

2700 E 4th St, National City, CA 91950

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61 reviews

We would leave all 5s for Paradise Village, with the exception that they could improve on a contact of some kind by an administrator or designated person, to reach out to loved ones with condolences when the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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WELCOME TO PARADISE! Introducing Paradise Village, the newest retirement community located in San Diego's South Bay. Offering retirement and assisted living in a resort-style, gated community with a Mediterranean flair. One bedroom, one bedroom w/den, 2 bedroom, and penthouse options. Studio and...

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Atria Collwood

5308 Monroe Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115

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9.7
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103 reviews

Overall, this is an excellent facility. Recently we were under a possible evacuation order due to a nearby fire, and I witnessed the caring and efficient procedures that had obviously been developed and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Atria Collwood is a senior residence located in the famous city of San Diego, California. Residents here enjoy access to highly qualified doctors, specialists, hospitals and medical centers. This active city features beautiful coastal views, great fishing, sailing, and many ways to stay active....

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Pacifica Senior Living Bonita

3434 Bonita Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91910

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9.6
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107 reviews

What we like the most about Pacifica Senior Living is the personal care to all and we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Pacifica Senior Living Bonita is a beautiful, three-story Mediterranean-style building nestled in the center of Bonita's quiet country setting bordered by horse trails and golf courses, while still providing easy freeway access to an array of shopping centers, churches, banks, restaurants and...

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The Montera

5740 Lake Murray Boulevard, La Mesa, CA 91942

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91 reviews

It is a great place, My father really likes it. The food is really good and he likes the entertainment. Convenient parking is very limited? It has been good. They have some very strict rules about...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Tucked away on a gorgeous property in La Mesa, CA, just minutes from downtown San Diego, The Montera defines care-focused senior living. From well-appointed studio and one bedroom apartments, to personalized care plans designed for each Assisted Living resident, to rejuvenating short-term stays,...

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Stellar Care

4518 54th Street, San Diego, CA 92115

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40 reviews

The main reason was it exclusively for Memory Care patients. The other places I looked at were assisted living first and a smaller memory care unit felt like an afterthought. StellarCare had three floors...

Provides: Memory Care

Located in the heart of San Diego, the 123-apartment community offers studio & one bedroom apartments each with a private bathroom and individual climate control to ensure your comfort. We encourage you to bring your own furnishings and decoration to make you apartment your own. Residents feel...

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Novellus Clairemont

5219 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92117

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81 reviews

All the staff members from the business office to the daily caregivers are very nice. They care about the needs of the residents. Provide group events to get everyone out of their rooms during the day and...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Redefine your independence with more time for what you want to do.Here at our assisted living community, you get to redefine your independence, pursue your favorite hobbies and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or trying something new like yoga, you have choices...

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Grossmont Gardens

5480 Marengo Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942

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143 reviews

Care services - There have been occasions when I have asked for a wellness check because I couldn't get a hold of the resident on her cell, and it took me calling back to get any news. A land line in the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...

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Ivy Park at Bonita

3302 Bonita Road, Chula Vista, CA 91910

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9.2
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117 reviews

Ivy Park at Bonita was picked by[names removed] who flew in from Germany to select a place. He toured many places he found in the internet and selected this one. He was impressed with how happy and well...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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About Sunrise at BonitaCommunity & Location Highlights:Convenient location in central Chula Vista, CANear regional shopping centers and Scripps Mercy HospitalSurrounded by scenic gardens and lush treesSunrise at Bonita in Chula Vista, California, is a senior assisted living community focused...

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Sungarden Terrace Assisted Living and Memory Care

2045 Skyline Drive, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

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39 reviews

My husband and I had to find a new place for his father because he was requiring more care. We toured several places and knew we found the right place with Sungarden Terrace. This was the first place where...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sungarden Terrace is family owned for over 19 years and takes great pride in providing excellent care in a warm, nuturing environment. Some of our staff have been with us since our doors opened. Our reviews are all 4 and 5 star reviews focusing on great care, a family-like atmosphere, excellent...

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Oakmont of Pacific Beach

955 Grand Ave, San Diego, CA 92109

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8.7
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10 reviews

My dad was previously a resident at Oakmont of Pacific Beach for a short time. I can't say enough how good the experience was. I am an emergency room physician and I have a lot of experience with Assisted...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Westmont of La Mesa

9000 Murray Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942

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8.7
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15 reviews

A few months ago I asked a friend when she decided the time was right to enter into Senior Living. Her response gave me food for thought. She said whatever you do have a plan. If tomorrow you can not care...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Grossmont Gardens Memory Care

4960 Mills St, La Mesa, CA 91942

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55 reviews

Grossmont Memory Care is the perfect place for my mom. The staff is amazing! I really mean it! I visit every day and have seen how much love, kindness, and support the staff brings to their patients. It's...

Provides: Memory Care
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Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...

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ActivCare at Mission Bay

2440 Grand Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109

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6 reviews

A most difficult thing to do is place a loved one in a facility. Active care at mission bay made the transition as painless as possible. [name removed] made every effort to ease the pain of placing my...

Provides: Memory Care
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Located in Pacific Beach just minutes away from Mission Bay Park, ActivCare Mission Bay is a specialized memory care community for those with memory loss that opened in 2014. ActivCare Mission Bay is home to a vibrant community of residents who enjoy a daily schedule of activities designed for...

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Ivy Park at La Jolla

810 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109

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8.2
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31 reviews

Beautiful small clean facility. Ample care. Opportunity for a wide choice of activities every day. Accommodating food service. Most important this is a loving family environment where everyone knows your...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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About Sunrise of La JollaCommunity & Location Highlights:Conveniently located in San Diego, CAClose to Scripps Memorial Hospital La JollaGorgeous views of the Pacific oceanNear La Jolla Country Club and La Jolla's downtownSunrise of Pacific Beach in San Diego, California, provides exclusive...

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Coronado Retirement Village

299 Prospect Place, Coronado, CA 92118

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16 reviews

Hello! My family highly recommends Coronado Retirement Village as a wonderful place for our 89-year-old mother to live. She has her own private room with a large window, private bathroom and shower, and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Welcome to Coronado's Luxurious Senior Living! Thank you for your interest in Coronado Retirement Village. We are a family owned & operated licensed community that offers high Secure (Memory) Care. With beautiful views of San Diego Bay and the historic Coronado Bridge, our residents enjoy the...

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AvantGarde Senior Living of La Jolla

6211 La Jolla Hermosa Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

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8.0
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3 reviews

Everything was a 5. They were amazing to our mom. We like how it is a smaller sized community, it is a nice facility that had a good feel to it and staff.

Provides: Memory Care

In house doctor that visits weekly. We are Covid FreeNew Mercedes SprinterNew Honda Odyssey Van Located in a quite neighborhood of La Jolla Message Chairs with individual remote settingsHighly Trained Care Staff155 Channels (sports, premium and movie channels. All rooms have wall mounted TV...

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Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill

2567 Second Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

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21 reviews

Rate 4 for all except for value..since the cost is increasing 10% each year and nothing is changing for the better I feel it isn't warranted. A lot of money is spent on decorations that are not even...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill gives discerning seniors a casual elegance and sophistication found only in the prestigious Bankers Hill neighborhood of downtown San Diego. Downtown retirement living has never been this good — or as much fun — as it can be at Merrill Gardens! Merrill Gardens at...

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St. Paul's Villa

2340 4th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

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16 reviews

My mom only got to experience about eight weeks at St. Paul's memory care. During that short stay the staff showed dedication and commitment and took the time to know her personality and find things that...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Nestled in the heart of Bankers Hill, St. Paul’s Villa offers supportive oversight and a range of services for the senior who is no longer comfortable living at home by providing personal care support in our assisted living. We have created a home-like atmosphere through our resident centered,...

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Cloisters of the Valley

4171 Camino Del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108

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14 reviews

I had good stay. They took good care of me while I healed up. The facility is beautiful and well maintained. Staff is courteous and responsive. Now I am able to return to work.

Provides: Assisted Living
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Cloisters of the Valley offers complete residential senior care in a private, caring environment. If you are looking into an assisted living facility for your loved one, you will want to make sure you are getting the best medical care in the most home-like environment possible. Please stop by to...

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Golden Living of Pt. Loma

3223 Duke St, San Diego, CA 92110

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10 reviews

The staff provides quality care in a professional manner. The staff is outstanding. I am grateful to this facility for their continued consistent respectful care for the patients and inclusion of the family.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Golden Living is located in the Loma Portal area of San Diego, just west of Mission Bay. Golden Living is conveniently located near several large shopping areas and numerous doctor's offices. Golden Living strives to make all of their residents feel at home by urging residents to decorate their...

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Plaza Village Senior Living

950 L Avenue, National City, CA 91950

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41 reviews

Plaza Village is an excellent value in Senior Care. The accommodations are Suite Style, as the building was originally built as condominiums. Three or Four bedroom units share a living room and a full...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

PLAZA VILLAGE IS A UNIQUE APPROACH TO SENIOR LIVING From our innovative design to our resident centered approach to care and activities, you'll notice the difference. Our assisted living and memory care programs are designed to meet the individual care needs and social needs of each resident. ...

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Casa De Vida Senior Living

4633 Denwood Road, La Mesa, CA 91942

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All around they are a benchmark for other places. I viewed and interviewed a lot of places and this one was great.

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Casa De Vida Senior LivingCasa De Vida Senior Living is a world-class residential care home that is situated in the sparkling city of Los Angeles, CA in the sprawling County of Los Angeles. Our responsive community overlooks the iconic Hollywood sign. Three mountains reaching up to 3000m surround...

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Monarch Cottage

7630 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

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7 reviews

Deciding to entrust your family member to strangers is a big leap of faith, regardless of situation or cost. I visit Monarch regularly and see how our mom is treated. I've seen my mom open up and re-engage...

Provides: Memory Care

Welcome to Monarch Cottage La Jolla!About Us:Monarch Cottage La Jolla is a premier, senior living community focused on providing exceptional services to residents with memory impairments such as Alzheimer’s, dementia or other cognitive impairment, or who need assisted living services, respite...

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White Sands, a CCRC

7450 Olivetas Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

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10 reviews

The meals and dining service has been excellent, and they have really great activities for us to participate in. Based on my experience so far I would recommend the White Sands community to others.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Waking up each morning and taking a morning stroll along the coastline before joining friends for a round of golf at the Torrey Pine Golf Course or an outing to the Museum of Contemporary Art. End the day dining alfresco as you watch the sun set over the Pacific Ocean. For the residents of White...

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Cost of assisted living in University Heights, CA

The average cost of senior living in University Heights is 4,609 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Imperial Beach, CA with an average of 4,257 per month.

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What is assisted living?

Assisted living is long-term care for seniors who are generally active and independent, but who require increased supervision and help with some daily tasks. Staff can assist residents with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Assisted living is also a good option for seniors seeking more socialization. Services and amenities in assisted living facilities often include:

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Silvergate Retirement Residence - Fallbrook, Monte Vista Village and Paradise Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near University Heights, California. See full list of communities.

There are 111 assisted living facilities near University Heights, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in University Heights, California are Monte Vista Village, Pacifica Senior Living Bonita, and The Montera. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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