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10 Best Nursing Homes in Descanso, CA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Descanso nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Descanso, CA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Descanso or another care type is right for you. Browse 10 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Descanso.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Alpine, San Diego Country Estates or Pine Valley.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Descanso, CA

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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Westmont of La Mesa
4.5

The Westmont of La Mesa is a beautiful community that is kept clean and has friendly staff working there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.

Lo Har Senior Living in El Cajon, CA
5.0

Terrific home, knowledgeable staff, very clean, beautiful gardens. My mother has lived there for over a year and is very happy and well cared for. Kindness is evident throughout this home. I would definitely recommend this home.

Lantern Crest Senior Living in Santee, CA
4.8

The staff is really friendly and know most everyone by name. They get along well with the residents and each other. Some even sing going around the halls and into the rooms. Housekeeping is weekly and done well. I haven't seen anyone, staff or residents sad at all. People talk and interact with each other well. The move in was easy, we hired a company to move us completely. We would readily recommend the facility.

Lantern Crest Senior Living

800 Lantern Crest Way, Santee, CA 92071

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8.7
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36 reviews

When they say they will do something get an ETA and continue to follow up. They are very slow about resolving issues. It could be that they are understaffed but you gotta stay on them. The number is staff...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

At Lantern Crest Senior Living, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed...

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La Vida Real

11588 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA 92019

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8 reviews

It is great but it is expensive! What I like, and I believe my Mom likes too, is the events they plan, particularly the exercise classes. She has definitely found community within the area of exercise. They...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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At La Vida Real, we surround our residents with an engaging blend of comfort, style, fine dining, endless social opportunities, and an impressive array of recreational and wellness programs. Here, you’ll discover a service-enriched retirement lifestyle specially designed to meet your unique needs...

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Lo Har Senior Living

768 Dorothy Dr, El Cajon, CA 92019

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Lo Har Senior Living has been good so far with their services and staff. My mother has been engaging in a couple of the activities that they offer. The community and her room seem to be getting good...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We are licensed as an Assisted Living facility for seniors with Alzheimer's or a related dementia. We are Private pay only.

Good Samaritan

1515 Jamacha Way, El Cajon, CA 92019

1 review

My father in law has been well cared for. The staff, including the nuns seem very friendly. His room is more than adequate size and is completely furnished.

Provides: Assisted Living

Villa Las Palmas

622 South Anza Street, El Cajon, CA 92020

1 review
Provides: Nursing Homes

Alpine View Lodge

973 Arnold Way***, Alpine, CA 91901

Provides: Memory Care

Lakeside Special Care Center

11962 Woodside Avenue, Lakeside, CA 92040

Provides: Nursing Homes

Sunshine Care Home

11812 Lakeside Ave, Lakeside, CA 92040

Provides: Assisted Living

Granite Hills Convalescent Hos

1340 E Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021

Provides: Nursing Homes

Casa El Cajon

306 Shady Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

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What are nursing homes?

Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:

  • Help with personal care
  • Rehabilitation care, including physical and speech therapy
  • Mobility assistance
  • Palliative and hospice care
  • Health care services
  • Complimentary transportation
  • 24-hour care and supervision
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Disclosure: A Place for Mom refers to "nursing home" here generally as an umbrella term to include assisted living facilities. It is not used to indicate that the facility meets official state requirements for level of care of a skilled nursing facility, as defined in that particular jurisdiction.

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Monte Vista Village, Paradise Village and Cypress Court are the top-rated nursing homes near Descanso, California. See full list of communities.

There are 10 nursing homes near Descanso, California. See the full list.

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