Best Skilled Nursing in La Mesa, California
8 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 8 skilled nursing communities in La Mesa. Families rate them 4 out of 5 on average, across 885 public reviews.
- 8communities
- 4average rating, 8 rated
- 885family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Grossmont Post Acute Care
La Mesa, California
4.7(323)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
La Mesa Healthcare Center
La Mesa, California
4.1(61)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Grossmont Gardens Memory Care
La Mesa, California
4(31)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
Country Manor La Mesa Healthcare Center
La Mesa, California
4(46)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Arbor Hills Nursing Center
La Mesa, California
4(181)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Community Care Center
La Mesa, California
3.9(175)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Grossmont Gardens Senior Living
La Mesa, California
3.8(51)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingRespite / Short-Term Care+1 more
Parkway Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation
La Mesa, California
3.2(17)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in La Mesa
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.7 (323 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 90 units
Families and patients consistently praise the physical therapy team and nursing staff at Grossmont Post Acute Care, describing them as attentive, caring, and quick to respond to needs. A few reviewers noted the facility…
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4.1 (61 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 94 units
Most reviewers describe La Mesa Healthcare Center as a clean, well-run rehab and skilled nursing facility with attentive, caring staff and a strong activities program. One detailed negative review, however, describes…
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4 (31 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Grossmont Gardens Memory Care (formerly Elmcroft of La Mesa) draws consistently warm praise for its caregivers and activities, with many families describing loved ones as happier and well cared for. At the same time, a…
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Country Manor La Mesa Healthcare Center
4 (46 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 99 units
Most reviewers describe Country Manor La Mesa as attentive and effective for rehab, post-surgery recovery, and longer-term stays, with several families returning for multiple stints of care. One reviewer described a…
- 5
4 (181 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 100 units
Arbor Hills Nursing Center is a 100-bed skilled nursing facility in La Mesa focused on post-hospitalization rehab, and reviewers consistently praise the care, cleanliness, and rehab outcomes their loved ones experienced.…
- 6
3.9 (175 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 119 units
Reviewers describe a skilled nursing facility with attentive nurses—especially praised for wound care—and a caring, friendly staff, though experiences vary widely. Several reviews note cleanliness and communication…
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Grossmont Gardens Senior Living
3.8 (51 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Grossmont Gardens is a long-established La Mesa community offering a full continuum from independent living through skilled nursing and memory care. Reviews are sharply mixed: many families praise attentive,…
- 8
Parkway Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation
3.2 (17 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units
Families and patients at Parkway Hills describe a small facility where therapy and nursing staff often go above and beyond, though a few reviewers note slow service tied to staffing levels and one troubling account of a…
What families say about skilled nursing in La Mesa
Counted across the review summaries of 8 La Mesa communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Medical and nursing care 63%
- Building and grounds 63%
- Activities and social life 50%
- Communication with families 50%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 88%
- Communication with families 63%
- Cost and billing 63%
- Building and upkeep 50%
“I am very impressed with this Rehab. This is the 4th one he's been in and the other 3 was not even close to being good. In This reha they are very attentive, caring, loving, informative, amazing team. I'm very grateful for the results. I highly recommend this Rehab if you want good care.”
Skilled Nursing in La Mesa: the figures
- •Of the 6 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60.
- •7 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 4.3 out of 5: 6 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: medication management (8), 24-hour staff (8), private rooms (8), housekeeping (8), social activities (8), gathering / activity spaces (7).
Skilled Nursing near La Mesa
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lemon Grove2.8 mi | 5 | 4 / 5 | 2.8 mi |
| El Cajon5.6 mi | 20 | 4.2 / 5 | 5.6 mi |
| National City7.6 mi | 7 | 4.5 / 5 | 7.6 mi |
| San Diego9.3 mi | 159 | 4.4 / 5 | 9.3 mi |
| Chula Vista9.7 mi | 20 | 4.3 / 5 | 9.7 mi |
| Poway14 mi | 10 | 3.9 / 5 | 14 mi |
| La Jolla14.1 mi | 7 | 4.4 / 5 | 14.1 mi |
| Encinitas23.9 mi | 8 | 4.5 / 5 | 23.9 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on September 28, 2026 from the 8 communities listed in La Mesa, 885 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Skilled Nursing in La Mesa: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in La Mesa, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 8 skilled nursing long term care communities in La Mesa, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in La Mesa are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Grossmont Post Acute Care (4.7★, 323 ratings), La Mesa Healthcare Center (4.1★, 61 ratings), Arbor Hills Nursing Center (4★, 181 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in La Mesa?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, La Mesa has assisted living (10 communities), independent living (8 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (8 communities), home health (6 communities), at-home care (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in La Mesa?
Families rate La Mesa skilled nursing long term care communities 4 out of 5 on average, across 885 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in La Mesa skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 8 La Mesa communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 63%), building and grounds (mentioned for 63%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (88%), communication with families (63%), cost and billing (63%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in La Mesa?
Of the 6 La Mesa communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do La Mesa nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
7 Medicare-certified nursing homes in La Mesa carry an overall star rating, averaging 4.3 out of 5. 6 are rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving La Mesa bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
