Worth Considering
4
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in La Mesa, California
4 of 7 nursing homes in La Mesa (57%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
4 recommended · 3 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.1
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
592
across 7 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$24,297 in combined fines
Zero Fines
5
/7
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 4?
The nursing home market in La Mesa, California, is strong, with 7 total facilities and 57% recommended. Families should note that the top-rated facility, GROSSMONT HOSPITAL D/P SNF, has received a 5-star rating, and there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 GROSSMONT HOSPITAL D/P SNF (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. As a non-profit organization, Grossmont Hospital D/P SNF focuses on community-centered care, providing an exceptional Trust Score of 90/100 across its 30 beds.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 LA MESA HEALTHCARE CENTER (80) — With a 5★ CMS rating and a solid B+ grade, La Mesa Healthcare Center excels in quality care with zero fines reported. This for-profit facility, housing 94 beds, maintains a Trust Score of 80/100, demonstrating a commitment to resident satisfaction and safety.
- 3 COMMUNITY CARE CENTER (80) — Community Care Center stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and a B+ grade, reflecting its high standards of care. Operating 119 beds with a Trust Score of 80/100, this for-profit facility has maintained a track record of zero fines, ensuring a secure environment for residents.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 4 COUNTRY MANOR LA MESA HEALTHCARE CENTER (73) — Country Manor La Mesa Healthcare Center offers a 4★ CMS rating with a B grade, ensuring solid care for its 99 residents. Although it has a Trust Score of 73/100, the facility has maintained zero federal fines, demonstrating a commitment to creating a safe living environment.
The other 3 La Mesa facilities didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $24K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. As a non-profit organization, Grossmont Hospital D/P SNF focuses on community-centered care, providing an exceptional Trust Score of 90/100 across its 30 beds.
With a 5★ CMS rating and a solid B+ grade, La Mesa Healthcare Center excels in quality care with zero fines reported. This for-profit facility, housing 94 beds, maintains a Trust Score of 80/100, demonstrating a commitment to resident satisfaction and safety.
Community Care Center stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and a B+ grade, reflecting its high standards of care. Operating 119 beds with a Trust Score of 80/100, this for-profit facility has maintained a track record of zero fines, ensuring a secure environment for residents.
Country Manor La Mesa Healthcare Center offers a 4★ CMS rating with a B grade, ensuring solid care for its 99 residents. Although it has a Trust Score of 73/100, the facility has maintained zero federal fines, demonstrating a commitment to creating a safe living environment.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | La Mesa Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.1 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $24,297
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions La Mesa Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
La Mesa's city average is 4.1 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 7 La Mesa facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; La Mesa avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
La Mesa facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in La Mesa, CA are recommended?
4 of 7 nursing homes in La Mesa (57%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in La Mesa "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in La Mesa?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.