Westmont of La Mesa is a 110-bed RCFE in La Mesa, California, licensed by the California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) of CDSS (license #374604079). Here's what the public record shows and how to evaluate it.
| Provider | Westmont of La Mesa |
|---|---|
| License type | Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) (CCLD-licensed) |
| City | La Mesa, CA 91942 |
| Address | 9000 Murray Drive |
| Licensed capacity | 110 beds |
| CCLD license # | 374604079 |
| License status | Licensed |
| County | San Diego County, CA |
How California regulates RCFEs
California licenses Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs) under Health & Safety Code §1569, administered by the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) of CDSS. An RCFE can provide non-medical personal care assistance; a memory care unit operates under the same RCFE license with a CCLD secured-unit endorsement. For higher-acuity needs, a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) licensed under the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is required. Verify any RCFE license at ccld.dss.ca.gov — it's free and takes minutes.
La Mesa location & hospital context
Westmont of La Mesa is located in La Mesa, San Diego County. Nearby hospitals include Sharp Grossmont Hospital (La Mesa), Alvarado Hospital San Diego. Hospital proximity matters for discharge placements and ongoing specialist access, so families often factor drive time when comparing communities.
What RCFE costs near Westmont of La Mesa
RCFEs in the La Mesa area typically run $3,800–$6,500 per month (2026). Pricing at any specific community depends on care level, room type, and community size. California's Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) and VA Aid & Attendance (available through the VA San Diego Healthcare System) can offset significant care costs for those who qualify — ask us what applies to your family.
How to evaluate Westmont of La Mesa
Staffing and transparency are the most important signals at any RCFE. Find out the awake-overnight staffing level, caregiver turnover, and the tenure of the administrator. Ask for an itemized, all-in monthly rate for your parent's specific care level, and what triggers a move to higher-cost care. Probe how the community handles a decline — a fall, new incontinence, or memory changes — and how it communicates with families. Visit more than once, unannounced, and check CCLD inspection history.
Is Westmont of La Mesa the right fit?
Westmont of La Mesa is CCLD-licensed for RCFE care in La Mesa; whether it's right for your parent depends on their specific needs, budget, and preferences. A free advisor can compare it head-to-head with other licensed La Mesa-area communities.
Questions to ask when you tour Westmont of La Mesa
- How long have the administrator and head caregiver been in their roles?
- What care needs would require a resident to move to a higher level of care?
- How are medications managed, and how are errors tracked?
- Is your CCLD license active and what type is it (Standard vs. with Memory Care endorsement)?
- What activities are offered seven days a week — not just weekdays?
Common questions about Westmont of La Mesa
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How we help with Westmont of La Mesa
San Diego Senior Advisor helps La Mesa families evaluate RCFEs like Westmont of La Mesa at no cost. We verify the CCLD license, compare it against other licensed La Mesa-area options, and stay reachable through the move. Think of us as a knowledgeable local second opinion — free to you, funded only by successful placements.
About this page: the facility facts above come from California CCLD/CDSS licensing data. We don't publish unverified reviews or ratings — we share the public record and help you evaluate the community in person. Confirm the current license at ccld.dss.ca.gov before you sign anything.