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5% higher than California averageCalifornia average: 73%
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Assisted Living Home
Westmont of La Mesa
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.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
164
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
76.2%
Residents per day
125
Occupancy rate
76.2%
Residents per day
125
164-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
6 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 57 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
5% higher than California averageOccupied beds
125 / 164
Average residents
87 per day
License details
Facility type
Residential Care Elderly
Status
Member
Issuance
September 25, 2019
County:
SAN DIEGO
Additional licensing details
License number:
374604079
Ownership & operating entity
Westmont of La Mesa is legally operated by WESTMONT MGR GP LLC,GP OF LM OPS LP;WESTMONT LVNG, and administrated by Sabrina Priesman.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Languages Spoken
english
Staffing
SD Live-in Staff
SD Separate Housekeeping Staff
Facility Details
No Admission Fee
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Three Meals Per Day
Types of Care at Westmont of La Mesa
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
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.
32 visits
California average: 16 visits
Breakdown by visit type
22 total complaint visits
10 other visits
Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.
California average
13 total complaint visits
7 other visits
Show Inspection Reports
16 complaint investigations
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
4 official inspections
California average: 4 official inspections
13 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 10 citations
3 serious citations
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
California average: 3 serious citations
10 moderate citations
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
California average: 4 moderate citations
Latest inspection
Date:August 20, 2025
Type:Annual Inspection
9 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Inspection Report Summary for Westmont of La Mesa
Most inspections found no deficiencies, and several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, reflecting generally good compliance with regulations. The most recent report from August 20, 2025, was clean with no deficiencies observed. Earlier reports identified some issues including substantiated neglect related to delayed medical attention, resident abuse by staff resulting in bruising, failure to report incidents timely, and a medication administration error; these were isolated and addressed with staff termination or corrective actions. There was also a substantiated deficiency during a COVID-19 outbreak in 2022 related to improper mask use by staff. Overall, the facility’s record shows improvement over time, with recent inspections consistently free of deficiencies.
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