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124 Residential Care Homes near El Cajon, CA

Last Updated: 7/3/24

Residential care homes in El Cajon may appeal to seniors who value smaller, more close-knit communities and many opportunities for socialization. El Cajon care homes typically take in fewer residents, meaning older adults know each resident in the home and develop strong friendships.

Older-adult care homes vary more than other options for senior living in El Cajon, so families can choose from a wide range of prices, amenities, and services. A Place for Mom will work with you to understand the cost of care homes. From there, we’ll help you find the right fit, whether you’re staying on a budget or searching for luxury retirement communities.

We are also serving Residential Care Home facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Rancho San Diego.
You may also consider nearby communities such as San Diego, Chula Vista or Bostonia.

Residential Care Home Facilities near El Cajon, CA

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Last Updated: 7/3/24
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Average starting price $3,425/month
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Recent reviews of Residential Care Home in El Cajon, CA
Lilac Chateau I in Santee, CA
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!

Joster Villa in San Diego, CA
5.0

We were blessed to have Kathleen locate a wonderful place for my husband's mom in only a few days! We were very pleased with her care and the home and would highly recommend Kathleen, A Place For Mom, and the Joster homes to others!

Care Plus Mansion Residential Care Facility for the Elderly in El Cajon, CA
4.9

My mom is a difficult resident, she has dementia with behavioral issues.. [Name removed] and his wife [name removed] once told me that the plan is to start with theraputic approach and to build trust. At first I don’t it seems hard for me to understand how they manage to do it. I am truly blessed I have found this place for my mom. I am so happy and pleased with their services.. the staff and owner are great! I can not ask for more..They are very passionate with their care to elderly!

Renown Suites

8702 Tommy Drive, San Diego, CA 92119

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Renown CareRenown Care is a residential care home located in the bustling coastal city of San Diego, California, in San Diego county. Our beautiful community is situated in the heart of San Carlos, in close proximity to Lake Murray and Mission Trails Regional Park. The attractions in nearby San...

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5.0(1 review)

This review is for the Renown Care located at 7010 Jackson Dr., San Diego, CA 92119: This location was recommended by a friend whose father stayed there. I am so glad she told me about them because I...

Casa De Vida Senior Living

4633 Denwood Road, La Mesa, CA 91942

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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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5.0(1 review)

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

Lucie's Shady Rest

7142 Bobhird Dr, San Diego, CA 92119

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Care Homes

Lucie's Shady Rest is a senior care home in warm and beautiful San Diego, in San Diego County California. Situated moments away from the expansive greenery of Mission Trails Regional Park as well as just blocks from the freeway, residents of Lucie's are never forced to choose between a stunning...

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4.7(3 reviews)

An elegant and spotless senior care home is Lucie's Shady Rest. Prior to my mother's residence at [removed], this was suggested to us. The nursing team is welcoming, skilled, and kind. On-site cooking...

Reina's Residential Care #2

7902 Cinnabar Dr., La Mesa, CA 91941

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Provides: Care Homes

Our newest of two facilities, Reina's Residential Care II is located in a beautiful residential area in La Mesa, right next to the La Mesa Middle School. We have been running this facility for over a year, but we have been in the care business for almost six years now.The facility is a beautiful...

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3.9(4 reviews)

We chose Reina's because when we visited we just got a really good feeling about the quality of care and the compassion she would receive. It provides a very home like feeling with a family atmosphere. The...

Reina's Residential Care #1

9290 Murray Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942

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Provides: Care Homes

This is or first of two facilities in La Mesa, and we are now over nine years in operation. Located in the heart of La mesa, right off the 8 freeway at the corner of Severin and Murray. We are just down the street from Sharp Hospital and the Brigantine restaurant.Reina's Residential Care's...

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3.8(3 reviews)

My mother came to Reina's as Hospice care, her accommodations were perfect, the staff was kind and loving to my mom and I, as well as, all of our family. Tony, and his staff made all of their patients feel...

Bosworth Gardens RCFE II

793 Wichita Ave, El Cajon, CA 92019

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Finding a good adult assisted living facility for a loved one in need of assistance is sometimes difficult. No one wants to put a loved one into a large nursing home where they will feel abandoned and neglected. Many of these large corporate run nursing homes are understaffed and can give their...

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5.0(1 review)

Pros: Very clean. Open to pets (hopefully my mom?s bird). Large shared room with French doors leading to the backyard. Bathroom with walk in shower in bedroom. Close to my house (less than one mile). ...

Lilac Chateau Residential Care Home

9724 Eucalyptus Ct, Santee, CA 92071

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Lilac Chateau is assisted living for Seniors. Owned and operated by Kimberly Withers, RN, BSN,. Kimberly has an extensive background in Geriatric-Psych Nursing and Specializes in caring for residents with Dementia. She has a wonderful, caring and loving staffs. We're able to Accept: Ambulatory...

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4.7(3 reviews)

Lilac Chateau has provided outstanding care to my 89 year old father for the past year. We thank our lucky stars that we found this senior care residence. The executive director, [name removed] and her...

Casa Primavera

848 Felicita Ave, Spring Valley, CA 91977

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Care Homes

My facility is a single home with, 4 bedrooms. Two of which are shared and 2 privates. Every room has a bathroom with a shower. There is a nice back yard with a walkway, shaded area to relax during summer and fruit trees. Casa primavera is located very close  to 125 freeway and the San...

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5.0(6 reviews)

They get 5 stars on everything and based on the experience we have had so far with Casa Primavera we would absolutely 100% recommend them to other families.

Family Residential Care, LLC

6150 Bob Street, La Mesa, CA 91942

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes
5.0(1 review)

My Mother lived here for almost 2 years. The staff are angels. So helpful and caring. Home setting.

Del Cerro Manor II

7232 Glenflora Ave, San Diego, CA 92119

Provides: Care Homes
5.0(1 review)

Yes, Yes, Yes, great vibes, I really felt comfortable, Director was very knowledgable and caring. Residents and family members were happy and had great things to say and show us. Paintings on walls that the...

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Golden Sunset Residential II

7029 Hillsboro Street, San Diego, CA 92120

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes
5.0(1 review)

Toured May12. Only $2200. Get to see director Sat or Sun.

Archangel's Residential Care

7141 Bullock Drive, San Diego, CA 92114

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Archangel's Residential Care is a residential care home located in beautiful San Diego, California, in San Diego County. Our charming community is located a short drive from the stunning San Diego Bay, local parks, shopping, and more. Our residents and their guests are never short on options of...

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5.0(2 reviews)

I visited the home and it seemed like a very peaceful place. I spoke with [name removed] for about a half hour. Archangel seemed like a caring place where my mom will receive good care. [Name removed] and...

Serene Sunset

1233 Cresthill Rd., El Cajon, CA 92021

Provides: Care Homes

Serene Sunset is located in El Cajon, CA in San Diego County. This residential care home provides a safe and comfortable place to live in an area that is surrounded by mountains and all of the beauty that they bring. Those spending time in El Cajon enjoy checking out The Water Conservation...

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4.8(5 reviews)

My father had in-home caregivers for over a year. However, the cost was getting too much. I tried several places that didn’t give the quality care that I was seeking. I found it at Serene Sunset. Andre and...

Lilac Chateau I

9724 Eucalyptus Court, Santee, CA 92071

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes
4.7(9 reviews)

My mother has been in 4 different facilities over the years, she was unhappy in some and kicked out of others. At a couple of places we had to hire a person to look after her on top of paying for her...

Silvercreek Home Care

6530 Boon Lake Ave, San Diego, CA 92119

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Silvercreek Home Care is located on Boon Lake Avenue in sunny San Diego California. We are a residential care facility for the elderly and we offer an adult day care center. We are dedicated to creating an active and happy lifestyle for all of our resident's. Our adult day care is typically...

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4.7(7 reviews)

It's been just like living at home. They're very family oriented, and constantly in there checking on my loved one. They're always being active with her, and giving her the option if she wants to go...

Sunbeam Home

4670 Twain Ave, San Diego, CA 92120

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Sunbeam is a residential care home located in the major city of San Diego, California. The popular city is along the beautiful Pacific Ocean. The area is vibrant with numerous museums, lighthouses, and the famous San Diego Zoo. San Diego is an exciting place to live and an inviting place for...

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4.7(3 reviews)

The staff members are very friendly and it is clear that they are all very caring people. Our loved one the second she moved in felt right at home which gives us some peace of mind.

Serra Mesa Guests Home II

566 Parkwood Drive, San Diego, CA 92139

Provides: Care Homes

Serra Mesa Guest Home II is a wonderful, residential care home located in San Diego, CA, in San Diego County. San Diego has a lot of great attractions including area parks, the San Diego Zoo, museums, top sporting events and cultural activities. Family members who visit will be able to enjoy a...

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4.0(4 reviews)

I know that my mom is happy there. she has made friends and the staff is friendly and welcoming. They seem to be genuine in their greetings and their intentions. It is a clean place with a nice, peaceful...

Care Plus Mansion Residential Care Facility for the Elderly

2579 Windmill View Rd, El Cajon, CA 92020

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Care Plus Mansion RCFE is located in San Diego County, southern California. El Cajon, California is situated at the bottom of a valley surrounded my picturesque hills. Care Plus Masion RCFE is located in El Cajon. El Cajon's population is reportedly 101,45 in 2012. Care Plus Mansion has capacity...

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4.6(8 reviews)

My mom second home. They took good care of her and did not give up although with her dementia-behavioral disturbances, I don't know how they manage to care for her. I am glad . The staff and owner are very...

The Granite Hills House

1882 Euclid Ave, El Cajon, CA 92019

Provides: Care Homes

We are a licensed Residential Care Facility for the Elderly located in El Cajon, CA. We have accommodations for 6 ambulatory or non-ambulatory residents. We serve Dementia or Alzheimer Residents, and have a caring, nurturing, and dedicated staff on site 24 hours a day to help your family with any...

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4.5(1 review)

There are only about 5 other residents with my mother here in La Cruz Senior Care. She is receiving more one on one care than the larger communities could offer. It has been a good experience so far. They...

Tierra Santa Verna Nel Care Home

11085 Zagala Court, San Diego, CA 92124

Provides: Care Homes

Tierra Santa Verna Nel Care Home is a senior residential care home located in the popular city of San Diego, CA and in San Diego county. San Diego is directly on the coastline of the Northern Pacific Ocean and is known for its constant beautiful weather and for the famous San Diego Zoo. The city...

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4.5(1 review)

care givers are wonderful, caring, and supportive to families could be a little cleaner choice of meals, more variety

Bosworth Gardens RCFE

1340 Bosworth St cell:619-398-5034, El Cajon, CA 92019

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Bosworth Gardens RCFE in El Cajon California is an assisted living senior micro community. We offer families 24/7 care services for our elderly members. Cozy apartment style units provides privacy and individual attention for our senior citizens. Our expertly trained staff performs periodic...

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4.3(3 reviews)

My mother has dementia and says she really likes it at Bosworth Gardens. They are very helpful. The staff is very friendly, knowledgeable, and truly caring. It shows that they really do truly care. The...

Lake Murray Healthcare

7867 Lake Andrita Ave., San Diego, CA 92119

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Lake Murray Health Care Center provides quality care for persons who, in their golden years, are still capable of handling their physical needs but require assistance with the daily tasks of living. Our sincere concern for personal care, social interactions and spiritual well being of our...

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4.3(10 reviews)

This community is very nice and well kept with staff that are attentive and careful . The staff clean my mom's room and serve her good food. Mom seems to always be taken care of, she has not complained while...

Casa Del Cielo Residential Care Facility for the Elderly

6173 Adelaide Ave*, San Diego, CA 92115

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

It is a peaceful and safe community for elderly. We specialize in providing loving care, lots of understanding for alzheimer's and dementia clients. Services include three meals, medication assistance, incontinence care, assistance with personal hygiene, daily housekeeping, laundry service.

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4.3(4 reviews)

This is a great community for families that are looking into finding a place for their love ones, the staff & owner are very pleasant warm people who care & love their job. I had my love one living at Casa...

St. Joseph Divine Care

6778 Anton Lane, San Diego, CA 92114

Provides: Care Homes
4.3(3 reviews)

Had a tour today. Immaculate condition! No negative impressions at all.

Meadow Creek Villa

11443 Meadow Creek Road, El Cajon, CA 92020

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Meadow Creek Villa The Meadow Creek Villa is a senior care home located in sunny El Cajon, California in San Diego County. The city of El Cajon is located just 15 miles east of San Diego in the foothills around the San Diego metropolitan area. El Cajon offers many exciting recreational activities...

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4.2(5 reviews)

I am very happy with the care that my mother is receiving from Meadow Creek Villa. The home itself is very well taken care of and clean. The caregivers are great, they take very good care of my mother. I...

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Cost of care homes in El Cajon, CA

The average cost of senior living in El Cajon is 3,425 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Temecula, CA with an average of 3,066 per month.

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In El Cajon, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Financial assistance

In El Cajon, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Transportation

El Cajon is somewhat car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in El Cajon include bus routes, light rail service, senior transportation, and a public paratransit service. Seniors may receive fare discounts. El Cajon has a limited biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.

Health care

El Cajon offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has a few hospitals, including Grossmont Hospital and Alvarado Hospital Medical Center.

Senior activities

El Cajon, which means “the box,” got its name from the box-shaped valley surrounding this California city. Nature-loving seniors will enjoy visiting The Water Conservation Garden, which displays a variety of gardens across their six acres and also features a butterfly pavilion. Summers Past Farms offers another outdoor oasis where seniors can visit and hosts antique fairs during the year. The City of El Cajon Parks and Rec Department offers senior specific classes year round including water aerobics and dance.

What are care homes?

Residential care homes are houses in residential neighborhoods that are equipped, adapted, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually between two and 10. Like assisted living communities, staff at care homes typically help residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication management. Although residential care homes vary significantly depending on the community, services usually include:

  • Help with personal care
  • Medication management
  • Mobility assistance
  • Nutritious meals
  • Social activities and outings
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
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Learn more about other types of senior living in El Cajon, California

El Cajon, California

Care Homes

Care homes offer seniors with an intimate feeling of community minus the commotion of larger nursing homes. This type of community is resembles a single-family home. Services provided may include food service, and transit. In California, the annual median cost for an assisted living community is around $54,000. The state of California has specific standards related to this type of community. The Department of Social Services and Community Care Licensing Division licenses this community type.

Cost of Living

Cost of living can be a motivating factor when selecting which destination works for your family. The rent burden for El Cajon is around 22.7% of the average person’s monthly income. Per month, the median cost of rent in El Cajon is $1,565 per month and the median price of a home in El Cajon is around $389,263.

Demographics and Values

The total population of El Cajon consists of 103,894 people. El Cajon has a population density of 2,769 people per square mile. Demographically, El Cajon is 72.8% white, 3.4% Asian, 6.9% mixed race, 29.2% Hispanic, 0.5% Native American, 0.8% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 9.9% other or not specified, and 5.7% black. In El Cajon, 63.2% participate in the labor force, 23.0% live in poverty, 6.0% are widows, and 11.4% do not have health insurance. Of the population of El Cajon 5.7% have a graduate degree, 19.1% have a college degree, and 28.9% have a high-school diploma. Out of the total city population, 50.7% are male and 49.3% are female. The median age of El Cajon is 34 years old. In El Cajon, 9.1% of the population are veterans of the United States military.

State Information

An overview of California

Residents of California enjoy its natural beauty which ranks 5th in the United States. There are 391 general hospitals and 1,108 health centers that provide care for 39,715,372 California residents. Mills-peninsula Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, and And Santa Monica ¢UCLA Medical Center and Orthopedic Hospital are among the top three highest ranked hospitals in the state. Overall, California ranks 19th in quality of life and 7th in healthcare compared to other US states. The state of California has a cost of living index of 138.7 where a score of 100 is the national average, and anything above 100 is considered more expensive than the average. The state has a grocery index rating of 121.4 and a housing index rating of 227.3.

Social demographics of the state

The state of California ranks 1st in the country for diversity and the state is considered very LGBTQ friendly. In the last presidential election 62% of California residents voted Democrat and 32% voted Republican. In terms of religion, 31% of California residents attend religious services among the 23,558 different congregations that are available in the state. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-2%, Buddhist-2%, and Hindu-2%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-20%, Mainline Protestant-10%, and Historically Black Protestant-2%. In California there are 395 masonic lodges. The median age in the state is 37, and 26% of the population is over the age of 55.

State-wide weather information

The average humidity across the state is 61%. Humidity levels tend to reach their peak in the month of July at around 81%. The average air quality index rating in California is 57.1 AQI. The average air quality index rating peaks in the month of August with a rating of around 83.0 AQI. The average temperature in the winter falls to around 47F. During the winter, the average high temperature peaks at around 76F during the month of February. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around 8F during the month of January. The average temperature in the summer rises to around 71F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 116F during the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 34F during the month of June. The average monthly precipitation for the state of California is around 2.04 inches. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of December at around 16.26 inches. While residents of California mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in California can include earthquakes (high), floods, and and tornadoes.

Wildlife to be found in California

The state of California has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of chamise, jojoba, western cypress, and redwood. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the coyotes, the snakes, the cougars, or the black bears. The state animal of California is the California grizzly bear.

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Blue Skies of Oceanside, Vintage Home and Residential Care and Sage Garden are the top rated care homes near El Cajon, California. See full list of communities.

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