Westmont of La Mesa
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · La Mesa, CA

Westmont of La Mesa

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · La Mesa, CA

Overview of Westmont of La Mesa

Enjoy various levels of care in a resort-style setting with Westmont of La Mesa, an excellent senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Featuring stunning, private apartments and a team of reliable and competent care professionals, the community ensures its residents are able to successfully age in place. Residents here are offered the right amount of care and support, including assistance with their daily living activities or compassionate memory support.

The community handles residents’ chores to give them more time for enjoyable pursuits, including the community’s vibrant activities and events. Delicious meals are served daily with accommodations for residents’ unique tastes and dietary preferences. Various amenities, such as a heated pool, fitness center, bistro, theater, and therapy services are also offered to make residents’ living experience more fun and enjoyable.

What you will love about this neighborhood
  • Set in the dynamic city of La Mesa, 9 miles east of downtown San Diego, this neighborhood has easy access to over 100 boutique shops, cafes, and the historic 1928 La Mesa Depot Museum.
  • Retirees enjoy the breathtaking Mount Helix, alongside convenient access to the serene trails and fishing spots of the 3.2-mile loop of Lake Murray and Harry Griffin Park.
  • La Mesa is a safe neighborhood with a low crime rate of 1,800 incidents per 100,000 people. It began as a ranching community and became a residential area in 1894.
Bed community size
164-bed community Rank #279 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 279th out of 1646 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
6 years in operation Rank #926 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 926th out of 1504 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 57 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
72%
Rank #877 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 877th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
118 / 164
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceSeptember 25, 2019
CountySan Diego
License Number374604079

Ownership & Operating Entity

Westmont of La Mesa is legally operated by Westmont Mgr Gp LLC, Gp Of Lm Ops LP and Westmont Lvng, and administered by Wes Hebner.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Staffing(Specialized Dementia)

Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff
Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

Facility Details(Specialized Dementia)

No Admission Fee

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 13 citations 39 total visits 24 complaint visits 4 official inspections 16 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

14 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1200 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1200th out of 1475 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1475 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 67 out of 100. Letter grade D+. 14 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (30% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (150% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (at CA avg)
1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (91% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1310 This facility has 30% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 30% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 33 This facility has serious citations (type a) in line with the California average (3 vs. CA avg 3).— At avg Rank #899 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 899th out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 104 This facility has 150% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 150% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.33.3 This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 3916 This facility has had 144% more total inspections than the California average (39 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 144% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 2413 This facility has had 85% more complaint visits than the California average (24 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 85% more Rank #1182 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1182nd out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 117 This facility has had 57% more other visits than the California average (11 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 57% more
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1610 This facility has had 60% more complaint investigations than the California average (16 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 60% more

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Fitness and Recreation

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Three Meals Per Day

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Westmont of La Mesa is located in La Mesa, California.
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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Westmont of La Mesa

Who is the owner of Westmont of La Mesa?

Westmont of La Mesa is legally operated by Westmont Mgr Gp LLC, Gp Of Lm Ops LP and Westmont Lvng, and administered by Wes Hebner.

Is Westmont of La Mesa in a walkable area?

Westmont of La Mesa has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Westmont of La Mesa?

According to CA state health department records, Westmont of La Mesa's license number is 374604079.

What is the occupancy rate at Westmont of La Mesa?

Westmont of La Mesa's occupancy is 72%.

How long has Westmont of La Mesa been in business?

Westmont of La Mesa has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Westmont of La Mesa?

Yes, Westmont of La Mesa allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Westmont of La Mesa?

Wes Hebner is the administrator of Westmont of La Mesa.

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