Waterford Terrace Retirement Community

Waterford Terrace Retirement Community

Overview of Waterford Terrace Retirement Community

Waterford Terrace Retirement Community located in Aztec Drive, La Mesa, CA, is an exceptional senior living community that provides independent living. Bask in the sunlight with the community’s different floor plans, either with a patio or balcony. Waterford Terrace Retirement Community ensures a comfortable and safe residence for seniors.

The community emphasizes the health and wellness of its residents, hence, orchestrating several different activities and exercises such as tai chi, movie nights, weekly bingo, and day trips. Chef-prepared meals are prepared round-the-clock daily to cater to the residents’ schedules. The amenities include a fitness and wellness center, movie theater, card and billiards table, hair salon, library, and community center. 

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #334 / 638Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 334th out of 638 independent living communities we track in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in California that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness And Recreation

Room Accommodations

Housing OptionsStudio / 1 Bed
Room Sizes494 / 600 sq. ft.
Building Type3-story

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Address 1.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from La Mesa's city center to Waterford Terrace Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
The Glen at Scripps Ranch
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
684
Facility 684
CA AVG 168
Rank #6 / 409
No
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 59
Rank #608 / 638
5
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #31 / 391
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 398
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 15
Rank #173 / 402
81.3%
Facility 81.3%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #107 / 361
A+Glen At Scripps Ranch Ccrc LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Wesley Palms Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
San Diego (Pacific Beach)
511
Facility 511
CA AVG 168
Rank #18 / 409
Yes
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 59
Rank #582 / 638
17
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #87 / 391
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 398
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 15
Rank #48 / 402
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #248 / 361
A+Front Porch Communities And ServicesStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Wesley Palms
IL
AL
MC
San Diego (Pacific Beach)
511
Facility 511
CA AVG 168
Rank #18 / 409
Yes
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 59
Rank #582 / 638
17
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #87 / 391
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 398
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 15
Rank #97 / 402
72.6%
Facility 72.6%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #185 / 361
-Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Silvergate Rancho Bernardo
IL
AL
MC
San Diego (Rancho Bernardo)
285
Facility 285
CA AVG 168
Rank #46 / 409
No
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 59
Rank #569 / 638
13
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #63 / 391
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #118 / 398
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 15
Rank #265 / 402
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #1 / 361
A+Americare Health & Retirement, Inc-
Waterford Terrace Retirement Community
IL
La Mesa-Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 59
Rank #334 / 638
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in California

Waterford Terrace Retirement Community 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 Waterford Terrace Retirement Community

Is Waterford Terrace Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Waterford Terrace Retirement Community has a walk score of 60. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Waterford Terrace Retirement Community?

Yes, Waterford Terrace Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Waterford Terrace Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Waterford Terrace Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Waterford Terrace Retirement Community provide?

Waterford Terrace Retirement Community offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Waterford Terrace Retirement Community?

Waterford Terrace Retirement Community is located at 5580 Aztec Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942.

What is the phone number of Waterford Terrace Retirement Community?

(619) 822-2505 will put you in contact with the team at Waterford Terrace Retirement Community.

Does Waterford Terrace Retirement Community provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Waterford Terrace Retirement Community is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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