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Grossmont Gardens Memory Care

4960 Mills Street

La Mesa, CA 91942

64 beds • Est. 2023 (2 years)Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW)


FYI Safety Score

4.8 Poor

A concerning record — 6 recent citations and 2 older and 6 substantiated complaints across 32 inspections. We strongly recommend reviewing the full state record. Last inspected in March 2026.

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Why we like it

Grossmont Gardens Memory Care is a 64-bed memory care community in La Mesa, located in San Diego's East County. The community specializes in caring for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

  • Memory care specialist

    As a dedicated memory care community, Grossmont Gardens focuses entirely on dementia and Alzheimer's care rather than splitting attention across multiple care types.

  • Intimate scale

    At 64 beds, the community is sized to provide the kind of consistent, familiar staffing that matters most for memory care residents.

  • East County location

    La Mesa's mild inland climate and quieter suburban setting can be a good fit for memory care residents who benefit from calm surroundings.

  • Below-average safety record

    Grossmont Gardens Memory Care has an FYI Safety Score of 4.8, indicating a pattern of citations or complaints that families should investigate carefully before placing a loved one with dementia.

  • Safety matters more in memory care

    Memory care residents often can't advocate for themselves. A below-average safety record in this setting warrants extra diligence — ask for specifics about citation types and corrective actions.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Shared Room$2,195/mo
Studio$3,495/mo
1 Bedroom$4,495/mo
2 Bedroom$4,850/mo

Independent Living

Shared Room$2,195/mo
Studio$3,495/mo
2 Bedroom$4,850/mo
1 Bedroom$4,995/mo

Memory Care

Shared Room$4,095/mo
Studio$4,995/mo

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Where you'll live

4960 Mills Street, La Mesa, CA 91942

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Amenities & Services

Memory Care Program
Respite Care
Secured Building
Dining
Housekeeping
Activities Program
Garden
Courtyard
Cable TV

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
374604684
Capacity
64 beds
Size
Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since
June 7, 2023 (2 years)
Licensee
Vista La Mesa Senior Living, Inc.
Administrator
Suzette Johnson
ALW Participant
Yes — accepts Assisted Living Waiver (Medi-Cal)
Phone
(619) 644-1100
Address
4960 Mills Street, La Mesa, CA 91942

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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