Grossmont Gardens Senior Living sits in La Mesa, where the weather stays nice most of the year and you can see a bit of greenery and flowers if you walk around the grounds, and folks here have a choice of living arrangements like independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, respite care for short stays, and memory care for people who need a little extra help remembering things, and the community even serves people from the San Diego Regional Center and takes both SSI residents and those on the Assisted Living Waiver Program. The staff works around the clock, including nurses, care workers, on-site medical care, and a team that handles activities, meals, and cleaning, with help always nearby day or night. Private apartments are available, including some with wheelchair accessible showers, and there's no mention of shared rooms. The place is pet friendly, which is nice since pets can make things brighter, and smokers will need to use the designated areas since there's no smoking indoors. The grounds hold an outdoor heated pool, hot tub, walking paths, several patios for sitting in the sun, and both indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, with beautiful community rooms where you'll find activities and quiet spots alike.
Meals come from a chef and are served restaurant-style, offering several choices, including vegetarian dishes, and staff can help with special diets or needs when it comes to eating, and you'll find beautician and barber options right on the property. Housekeeping, laundry, and security are included, which does make day-to-day life simpler for folks who want less to worry about. Scheduled transportation is available for doctor visits, errands, or group outings, and the care coordination team will help with healthcare arrangements if someone needs to see a provider off-site. Programming includes a wide range of activities, social gatherings, classes, outings, events, and entertainment, so there's plenty to do if you're interested, and devotional services take place both on-site and in the community.
Memory care and skilled nursing services are both on campus, so those who need regular medical help or a higher level of assistance with bathing, dressing, and medicine management have those resources and can stay on as needs change over time. The memory care unit offers tailored support programs, and hospice services are also available. The staff works to build relationships with residents, and the community makes an effort to learn each person's history and likes to create a sense of connection, which can help everybody feel more at home, and you'll find family-centered programs for those who want to stay involved. Activities, gatherings, and programs onsite and offsite give residents a chance to connect and socialize, and Grossmont Gardens provides both independent and assisted living options so people can move in at different stages of life. The property is licensed for up to 425 people, and the place has been operating under its current license since May 2023. The overall approach aims to support aging in place, offering adjustable care, comfortable living spaces, and a focus on individual needs. Floor plans and photos are available for those who want to see what the community looks like, and Grossmont Gardens Senior Living is managed by Sinceri Senior Living. The location's close to shopping, dining, and local entertainment if you want something off-campus.
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Grossmont Gardens Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.
There are 22 photos of Grossmont Gardens Senior Living on Mirador.
Yes, Grossmont Gardens Senior Living allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.
The full address for this community is 5480 Marengo Ave, La Mesa, CA, 91942.
Yes, Grossmont Gardens Senior Living offers respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
State of California Inspection Reports
83
Inspections
9
Type A Citations
5
Type B Citations
6
Years of reports
31 Jul 2025
31 Jul 2025
Found that the allegation that staff over-medicated a resident was false because the resident involved did not reside at that location.
31 Jul 2025
31 Jul 2025
Found that the allegation that staff did not administer a resident's prescribed medication was not supported by the evidence. Glucose monitoring and insulin administration occurred per orders for a resident with Type 2 diabetes, while inconsistent dietary adherence may have contributed to elevated glucose levels.
07 Jul 2025
07 Jul 2025
Investigated the allegation that staff did not keep odors away and that wall-mounted devices in the lobby released strong, toxic sprays; found the devices were small diffusers emitting oil-based fragrance, discontinued on 04/30/25 after a resident issue, with no current emissions or resident impact.
Investigated the allegation of feces in the West Building laundry machine; found no feces observed, laundry areas cleaned daily, the West Building laundry is used by independent residents, and no dirt on carpets during the visit.
19 Jun 2025
19 Jun 2025
Investigated the allegation that staff did not allow R1 to choose their own physician. Found inconsistent statements and no clear evidence to prove the claim that R1’s PCP could not treat R1 during hospice, with conflicting accounts from the POA, ED, and the hospice agency about retaining the PCP while receiving hospice services.
28 May 2025
28 May 2025
Found no deficiencies observed; the site was clean, safe, and well-maintained, with furnished resident rooms, safe food storage, working safety devices, and medications securely locked. Interviewed staff and residents showed no concerns, and records were complete with confidential materials stored securely.
§ 9058
07 May 2025
07 May 2025
Identified that delayed egress was used on the first, second, and third floors, but there was no Fire Department approval for the second floor, and one third-floor exit was inoperable awaiting parts. Deficiencies were issued and civil penalties assessed.
§ 87203
§ 9058
§ 87705(f)(2)
15 Apr 2025
15 Apr 2025
Investigated the allegation that staff unlawfully evicted the resident. Found inconsistent statements and insufficient evidence to prove or disprove the eviction.
13 Mar 2025
13 Mar 2025
Identified the allegation that infection control guidelines were not followed during a Norovirus outbreak, including delayed reporting to health authorities, ongoing dining and activities for ill residents, and inadequate disinfection.
Interviews and records showed residents were unaware of the outbreak, some continued to eat with others while ill, staff entered rooms without PPE, signs were not posted, and proper cleaning supplies or procedures were not consistently used.
§ 87470(a)
13 Mar 2025
13 Mar 2025
Identified that a resident loaned $400 to a former caregiver, who is no longer employed and could not be reached for repayment. No deficiencies were issued.
31 Dec 2024
31 Dec 2024
Identified an incident where a resident had bruising around an eye, required medical evaluation, and was transported to the hospital; it was determined the resident wanted to self-harm; the resident was independent in daily living and drove their own vehicle; the administrator has a plan for the resident's return home. No deficiencies were issued.
12 Dec 2024
12 Dec 2024
Investigated a case management incident, met with the executive director, conducted a brief tour, and reviewed resident records; no deficiencies identified.
06 Nov 2024
06 Nov 2024
Identified that a resident in the memory care unit attempted to elope, wandered from the room, and exited by a closing elevator after staff could not reset a wander alert; local law enforcement located and returned the resident, and the responsible party agreed to transfer them to a higher level of care.
04 Oct 2024
04 Oct 2024
Investigated a timely self-reported incident alleging a staff member hit a resident on 08/21/24 for refusing medication; the resident denied the incident, there were no injuries, and the date was inconsistently reported (08/21/24 and 08/23/24). The resident moved out on 09/14/24 with an outstanding balance, interviews did not corroborate the allegation, and no deficiencies were observed.
28 Aug 2024
28 Aug 2024
Found that the allegation of insufficient staffing on the fourth floor to meet residents’ care needs, including only two staff for about 40 residents during afternoon and night shifts, was not supported by evidence. Records showed an average census of 30–33 residents on the fourth floor with AM staffing of two caregivers, one med-tech, and one LVN, PM staffing of two caregivers and one med-tech, plus a floater, and interviews indicated staffing met needs.
28 Aug 2024
28 Aug 2024
Confirmed that staffing levels at the facility met regulatory standards and internal policies, with resident needs being promptly addressed by well-trained and supported staff.
21 Aug 2024
21 Aug 2024
Identified an incident where a resident was forced to shower against their will, with the staff member involved suspended and later terminated. Found no deficiencies observed or cited during a welfare check of remaining residents.
21 Aug 2024
21 Aug 2024
Confirmed improper care provided to a resident by a staff member, resulting in termination of the staff member. No deficiencies were observed during the visit.
16 Jul 2024
16 Jul 2024
Found no deficiencies after a welfare check and review of records related to a self-reported resident death.
16 Jul 2024
16 Jul 2024
Conducted an unannounced visit in response to self-reported resident death. No deficiencies observed during tour and records review.
22 May 2024
22 May 2024
Investigated a complaint unrelated to this setting, interviewed a resident during an unannounced collateral visit, found no health and safety concerns, and conducted an exit interview.
22 May 2024
22 May 2024
Conducted an unannounced visit to interview a resident regarding a complaint. No health and safety concerns observed.
07 May 2024
07 May 2024
Found no deficiencies during the visit. The home was clean, safe, and well maintained, with adequate food and supplies, functioning safety equipment, locked medications, and complete records; interviews with staff and residents supported compliance.
07 May 2024
07 May 2024
Investigated a wandering incident in which a resident not allowed to leave unassisted went missing during rounds and was later found after police were notified. Transported to the hospital for evaluation, the resident returned the next day with a minor forehead abrasion; staff increased safety checks, provided a wander guard, and absentee notification protocol was followed.
07 May 2024
07 May 2024
Confirmed incident involving a resident leaving the facility unassisted, resulting in a search by staff and law enforcement. Resident was found with minor injuries and safety precautions were implemented.
11 Apr 2024
11 Apr 2024
Identified deficiency in resident care, resulting in injury and violation of health regulations. Civil penalty assessed.
§ 87633(e)
11 Apr 2024
11 Apr 2024
Found that staff neglected to turn and reposition a resident in bed, contributing to worsening sacral pressure injury and other pressure injuries. The resident depended on staff for turning and repositioning as outlined in care plans.
§ 87633(d)
11 Apr 2024
11 Apr 2024
Found that a resident with limited mobility developed multiple pressure injuries after staff did not follow doctor’s orders to turn/reposition every two hours and to float heels, leading to hospital treatment. The site had closed in 2023, and an immediate civil penalty of $500 had been assessed earlier.
§ 87633(e)
26 Mar 2024
26 Mar 2024
Found two resident incidents: on 03/06/24, a resident fell, sustained a head laceration, and was later diagnosed with Salmonella; on 03/15/24, a resident eloped, was found, and relocated to a secured memory care area with a wander guard. No deficiencies were observed.
26 Mar 2024
26 Mar 2024
Identified incidents of resident falls and elopement at the facility were reported and addressed appropriately by the staff. Infection control measures were implemented, and residents received necessary medical care and supervision to ensure their well-being.
17 Jan 2024
17 Jan 2024
Identified an unlawful eviction as the issue, with the executive director completing eviction procedures training and acknowledging licensee rights after the exit interview.
17 Jan 2024
17 Jan 2024
Found no deficiencies during the visit and confirmed that Executive Director received necessary training on eviction procedures.
05 Jan 2024
05 Jan 2024
Determined that the allegation that the resident was unlawfully evicted was supported by the evidence. The executive director refused to readmit the resident after hospital discharge on several dates, keeping the resident at the hospital until returning on 01/04/24.
§ 87224(a)
05 Jan 2024
05 Jan 2024
Confirmed that a resident's return to the facility was initially denied following a hospital discharge.
§ 87224(a)
27 Dec 2023
27 Dec 2023
Found no deficiencies during the collateral visit, and staff interviews were conducted to aid an inquiry into a different licensed care site. An exit interview was held with the associate executive director.
27 Dec 2023
27 Dec 2023
Conducted unannounced visit, interviewed staff, no deficiencies observed or cited.
05 Dec 2023
05 Dec 2023
Found no evidence to support the allegation that medications were not given as prescribed or that the resident was overmedicated. Interviews and records indicated medication orders were followed, with any discrepancies due to an outdated list that was corrected.
05 Dec 2023
05 Dec 2023
Investigated allegation of overmedication; facility followed prescribed medication orders, and no evidence supported the claim.
17 Nov 2023
17 Nov 2023
Found that the claim that a staff member pushed a resident could not be proven. Interviews and records showed no concerns about how residents were treated, and the resident involved did not participate in interviews.
17 Nov 2023
17 Nov 2023
Investigated allegation of staff pushing resident, no evidence found to support claim. Residents reported feeling well-treated at facility.
§ 87633(e)
25 Sept 2023
25 Sept 2023
Found insufficient evidence to support the allegation that the licensee failed to protect a resident from financial abuse or attempted financial abuse. Interviews and records showed the resident asked for help with a regular payment, staff assisted as requested, no funds were missing, and no financial abuse by any party was reported.
25 Sept 2023
25 Sept 2023
Investigated allegations of financial abuse against a resident; determined insufficient evidence to support claims of financial abuse by the facility or failure to protect from external sources.
15 Sept 2023
15 Sept 2023
Investigated a billing allegation that a resident was charged for services not rendered while absent, and found the allegation unfounded.
15 Sept 2023
15 Sept 2023
Confirmed complaint of billing for services not received was unfounded. Residents clarified misunderstanding and acknowledged owed balance.
15 Jun 2023
15 Jun 2023
Investigated the allegation that staff restrained a resident and found no preponderance of the evidence to prove it occurred.
15 Jun 2023
15 Jun 2023
Investigated an allegation that staff restrained a resident, but insufficient evidence was found to prove that the restraint occurred as described by the resident, who was diagnosed with dementia.
24 Apr 2023
24 Apr 2023
Determined that the allegation of staff taking a resident's personal property was not supported by evidence. Found that the resident often hid and misplaced their belongings, with video footage and interviews corroborating this behavior.
§ 87633(d)
24 Apr 2023
24 Apr 2023
Found insufficient evidence that staff took R1’s personal items (hearing aid, electric razor, eight pieces of jewelry, and a notebook) in March 2022. R1 often hid or misplaced belongings, and outside sources noted memory decline and hoarding, with some items later located during room clearing.
24 Apr 2023
24 Apr 2023
Found premises compliant with applicable regulations and in good repair, with all safety and monitoring systems functioning. Pre-licensing requirements were met for a capacity of 425 residents, though final management review and approval are pending.
24 Apr 2023
24 Apr 2023
Confirmed compliance with regulations during an inspection of a facility, including cleanliness, safety measures, equipment functionality, and resident supplies.
21 Apr 2023
21 Apr 2023
Found no evidence to support the allegation that staff did not provide enough food for residents or that staffing was insufficient. Found the allegations unsubstantiated.
21 Apr 2023
21 Apr 2023
Found insufficient evidence to support allegations of inadequate food quantity and staffing at the facility.
05 Apr 2023
05 Apr 2023
Found that despite staffing reductions after a management change, resident rooms continued to be cleaned weekly and dining service remained generally satisfactory. Residents reported contentment with meals and cleanliness, and records did not show that staffing shortages caused inadequate care.
05 Apr 2023
05 Apr 2023
Determined that allegations of insufficient staffing leading to unclean rooms and inadequate food service were unsubstantiated based on interviews, observations, and record reviews.
24 Mar 2023
24 Mar 2023
Confirmed that the applicant and administrator completed COMP II via Zoom, identity verified, and understanding of Title 22 demonstrated, with review covering center operations, staff qualifications and responsibilities, staff training, applicant and administrator qualifications, grievances and community resources, food service, medication management, and pre-licensing document review.
24 Mar 2023
24 Mar 2023
Confirmed successful completion of COMP II by Applicant/Administrator during telephone call with CAB analyst.
20 Jan 2023
20 Jan 2023
Found no evidence to support the allegation that a resident was financially abused while living there.
20 Jan 2023
20 Jan 2023
Confirmed findings of financial abuse allegation were unsubstantiated after interviews and record review.
23 Dec 2022
23 Dec 2022
Identified that the signal system was not operating due to technical difficulties, but a technician was on-site and a temporary signaling method with extra staff was in place. Found that relatives were informed promptly and no resident-care issues were reported, and there was not enough evidence to prove the allegation occurred.
23 Dec 2022
23 Dec 2022
Confirmed no evidence of a problem with the signal system at the facility.
23 Nov 2022
23 Nov 2022
Investigated the death of a resident reported by staff; no deficiencies were observed.
23 Nov 2022
23 Nov 2022
No deficiencies were observed or cited during the visit in response to a self-reported death of a resident.
08 Nov 2022
08 Nov 2022
Identified a self-reported elopement by a resident on 10/27/22; police located and returned the resident unharmed, and no deficiencies were issued.
08 Nov 2022
08 Nov 2022
Confirmed incident involving a resident eloping from the facility but returning safely. No deficiencies were issued during the visit.
18 Oct 2022
18 Oct 2022
Found three self-reported incidents: 04/26/22 involving a resident and staff; 06/14/22 a resident fell and was injured; and 10/11/22 a resident had multiple falls with an injury. No deficiencies were issued.
18 Oct 2022
18 Oct 2022
Investigated allegation that staff did not adhere to the admission agreement, determined it arose from a misunderstanding; staff adhered to the agreement, charges for some tests were billed to the resident’s insurer rather than to the site, and covid testing (including antigen tests) was provided at no cost via a third‑party vendor with residents’ consent.
18 Oct 2022
18 Oct 2022
Reviewed a complaint alleging staff did not adhere to admission agreement, but found the allegation to be unfounded after interviewing staff and reviewing records.
12 Apr 2022
12 Apr 2022
Found that staff did not fully follow COVID-19 infection control requirements for a resident in quarantine, including the bedroom door left ajar and entries without eye protection and proper PPE or hand hygiene.
§ 87468.1(a)(2)
12 Apr 2022
12 Apr 2022
Investigated the allegation that the medication list was not provided to first responders when the resident was taken to the ER. Found no evidence that the medication list was withheld; records and staff interviews indicate copies were prepared and provided to emergency personnel.
12 Apr 2022
12 Apr 2022
Found that non-essential indoor visitors were required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination in January 2022, and sign-in logs plus staff interviews showed compliance.
12 Apr 2022
12 Apr 2022
Confirmed that visitors were asked to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 as required, based on interviews and observation.
04 Apr 2022
04 Apr 2022
Found no deficiencies after an unannounced case management visit conducted in response to the reported death of a resident. Conducted welfare checks on residents, interviewed staff, and reviewed pertinent records; an exit interview with the associate executive director was also held.
04 Apr 2022
04 Apr 2022
Confirmed the death of a resident on March 15, 2022 at the facility.
03 Jan 2022
03 Jan 2022
Found that COVID-19 screening, testing, disinfection practices, and PPE use were in place, with staff interactions and interviews conducted; no deficiencies were noted.
03 Jan 2022
03 Jan 2022
Found that infection-control measures and the COVID-19 mitigation plan were implemented, including disinfection, screening, and PPE use, and no deficiencies were cited.
03 Jan 2022
03 Jan 2022
Conducted an on-site visit to evaluate COVID-19 screening and disinfection processes, no deficiencies cited.
§ 87468.1(a)(2)
22 Sept 2020
22 Sept 2020
Found that a tele-virtual visit was conducted in response to a resident's death; the living area appeared neat and safe, and records were requested, with no health or safety issues identified. An exit interview was held.
22 Sept 2020
22 Sept 2020
Conducted a Tele-Virtual Visit in response to the death of a resident, found no health or safety issues during the assessment, and provided necessary documentation to the facility.
19 Aug 2020
19 Aug 2020
Confirmed no concerns during virtual visit in response to a reported incident.
19 Aug 2020
19 Aug 2020
Investigated a special incident report about an email describing an incident between a staff member and a resident; conducted a virtual health and safety check and interviewed the resident, who had no concerns. Collected staff and resident records for review, conducted an exit interview with the administrator, and no deficiencies were cited.
24 Jul 2020
24 Jul 2020
Identified that the individual’s last day on the premises was April 28, 2020 and the termination occurred on July 7, 2020; no deficiencies were cited.
24 Jul 2020
24 Jul 2020
Confirmed removal of an individual from the premises and termination based on prior administrative action. No deficiencies were found during the visit.
11 Mar 2020
11 Mar 2020
Conducted annual inspection of the facility, no deficiencies cited.
10 Dec 2019
10 Dec 2019
Visited to follow up on a reported fall incident, no deficiencies were found during the visit.
