Mesa Board and Care

    3865 Darwin Ave, San Diego, CA 92154
    • Assisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

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    Location

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    Mesa Board and Care is located at 3865 Darwin Ave, San Diego, CA, 92154.

    About Mesa Board and Care

    Mesa Board and Care is nestled in the Otay Mesa area, just west of the 805 freeway, offering residents a convenient location within a residential neighborhood. The community provides a warm and accommodating environment for seniors, with semi-private accommodations designed to comfort up to six residents. The personalized attention ensures that each individual’s unique needs and preferences are met, fostering a sense of security and belonging.

    Residents at Mesa Board and Care are provided with daily housekeeping and laundry services, ensuring a clean and comfortable living environment without concern for chores. Nutritional support is a priority, with three home-cooked meals served daily, accompanied by a variety of snacks to promote well-being and satisfaction. The dining room offers a welcoming space for residents to gather, fostering social engagement and a sense of community during meal times.

    Care and supervision are at the core of the Mesa Board and Care philosophy. The team assists with medication management, ensuring residents adhere to their prescribed routines safely and reliably. Support with daily living activities is tailored to each resident, based on their individual circumstances and needs. This can include help with bathing, dressing, or mobility, handled with respect and sensitivity to personal dignity. The shared living and recreation spaces, such as the kitchen, living room, and hallway, are designed to be inviting, comfortable, and accessible, encouraging relaxation and interaction among residents.

    Mesa Board and Care has developed a reputation for providing a stable, nurturing environment. The longevity of its service, highlighted by celebrations such as their 25th anniversary, reflects its longstanding commitment to senior care in the community. The front office offers a welcoming first impression, while the thoughtful layout of the interior spaces—from the hallway to the dining and communal areas—demonstrates the focus on both comfort and functionality for all who call Mesa Board and Care their home.

    People often ask...

    Mesa Board and Care offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,930 per month.

    Mesa Board and Care offers assisted living and board and care.

    The full address for this community is 3865 Darwin Ave, San Diego, CA 92154.

    No, Mesa Board and Care does not offer 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.

    Safety & Compliance

    In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.

    License number370804455
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity6 residents
    LicenseeMESA, CECILIA
    EffectiveAugust 26th, 1987
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    Inspection Reports

    8

    Reports

    0

    Type A Citations

    8

    Type B Citations

    0

    Complaints

    5

    Years

    12 Aug 2025Inspection
    Found no deficiencies and noted clean, orderly, and safe conditions.
    12 Aug 2024Inspection
    Observed no deficiencies during the unannounced visit.
    06 May 2024Inspection
    Found that a resident's death was not reported within seven days as required.
    • Type B87211(a)(1)(A)
    06 May 2024Inspection
    Found multiple deficiencies related to resident safety, medical care, and recordkeeping, including expired food and improper medication handling. Observed outdated physician reports and missing resident medication lists.
    • Type B1569.605
    • Type B87555(b)(8)
    • Type B87465(a)(1)
    • Type B87465(h)(4)
    • Type B87465(d)(3)
    • Type B1569.695(c)
    • Type B1569.695(e)(3)
    03 May 2024Inspection
    Found no deficiencies cited during an unannounced required one-year visit. A follow-up visit will be needed on a subsequent day to complete the annual review.
    08 Aug 2022Inspection
    Observed fire clearance approved for total capacity of six, with four nonambulatory allowed; three residents were in care. No deficiencies were issued during the visit.
    08 Aug 2022Inspection
    Observed infection control measures were in place and no deficiencies were found.
    13 Aug 2021Inspection
    Observed no deficiencies and that infection control measures, including disinfection, testing surveillance, screening protocols, and PPE, were in place.

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