Anshin Home Care

    9412 Hilmer Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942

      Clean airy home; caring staff

      I toured this small, open, airy home and was impressed - very clean with no odors, cheerful residents, and a kitchen stocked with fresh fruit. The owners and staff were caring, helpful, and accommodating, with good communication; my family member felt well cared for in a comfortable private room and enjoys the dining-room games and TV. It's in a nice neighborhood, close to us, and is near the top of my list.

      Loved one of resident
      Jul 2026

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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

      Reviews

      3.78·(9)

      Overall rating

      1. 5
      2. 4
      3. 3
      4. 2
      5. 1
      • Care

        3.8
      • Staff

        3.7
      • Meals

        2.5
      • Amenities

        3.7
      • Value

        2.0

      Pros

      • Friendly, accommodating staff
      • Multilingual staff / language accommodation
      • Clean, odor-free interior reported by some families
      • Fresh food and fruit available
      • Small, home-like size enabling attentive care
      • Private room options
      • Outdoor access and pleasant grounds
      • Up-to-date family communication
      • Affordable pricing
      • Casual social activities (TV, dining-room games)

      Cons

      • Inconsistent cleanliness and sanitation
      • Inconsistent personal-care routines (clothing and hygiene schedules)
      • Low staff-to-resident ratio / understaffing
      • Variable staff attentiveness and supervision
      • Language and communication barriers with families
      • Limited menu variety and meal diversity
      • Limited transportation and off-site activity options
      • Limited organized daytime engagement leading to sedentary residents
      • Limited en-suite / private-bathroom availability
      • Environmental disturbances at entrance (noise and occasional odors)

      Summary of reviews

      Reviewer feedback for this facility is mixed, with a clear split between families who describe an attentive, small-home environment and others who note operational inconsistencies. Strengths cited include a small, residential scale that some families say enables close attention; several reviewers praised friendly, accommodating staff and multilingual communication. The facility is also described by multiple families as having fresh food available, outdoor access, private-room options, and generally affordable pricing. Some families specifically highlighted up-to-date family communication and a pleasant neighborhood setting.

      Care quality appears variable. Positive accounts emphasize responsive, compassionate caregiving and residents who look healthy and well cared for. However, other accounts indicate inconsistent personal-care routines — for example, infrequent clothing changes and limited daytime attention for some residents — which suggests variability in daily care delivery. There is at least one allegation that language differences were used to limit family communication; otherwise, concerns fall into patterns around responsiveness and personal-care scheduling rather than documented clinical incidents.

      Staffing and conduct are another area of contrast. Several reviewers describe helpful, pleasant staff and owners who are accommodating. At the same time, there are operational concerns that point to low staffing levels and variable attentiveness — comments include limited caregiver presence, visible staff distraction, and occasional negative communication tone. Prospective families should clarify typical staff-to-resident ratios, shift coverage, and language support during visits.

      Dining and activities receive similarly mixed feedback. The kitchen is frequently described as stocked with fresh fruit and basic healthy choices, but reviewers also noted limited menu variety. Social opportunities exist in a casual form (television, dining-room games), yet there are reports of limited organized day programming, few off-site activities, and transportation constraints that restrict outings. These factors appear to contribute to periods of low daytime engagement for some residents.

      Facilities and environment are perceived differently across visits. Some families report a very clean, odor-free interior and pleasant outdoor areas; others cited sanitation and entrance-area odor concerns and environmental disturbances such as barking dogs at the entry. Private bedrooms are available, though en-suite bathroom availability may be limited. The home-like scale and proximity to families are strengths, but physical-environment consistency may vary.

      Overall, the pattern is one of a small, potentially affordable facility with strengths in personal attention, multilingual communication, and fresh dining options, offset by operational weaknesses in staffing consistency, personal-care scheduling, activity programming, and occasional cleanliness/entry-area issues. Recommended next steps for prospective residents and families: visit at different times of day to observe staff–resident interactions; ask for written staffing ratios and care schedules; confirm language support and family-communication practices; review cleaning and laundry routines; and verify transportation and activity plans as well as bathroom arrangements for private rooms.

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      Location

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      Anshin Home Care is located at 9412 Hilmer Dr, La Mesa, CA, 91942.

      About Anshin Home Care

      Anshin Home Care is a board and care home that has been serving its community since 1963. Purpose-built to offer a warm and inviting environment, the home is dedicated to ensuring residents live full and purposeful lives. The facility is designed to accommodate up to six residents, which allows for a cozy, communal atmosphere and enables staff to provide a higher staff-to-resident ratio compared to larger senior living communities. This focus on individualized attention ensures each resident’s unique needs are met with sensitivity and care.

      At Anshin Home Care, daily life is enhanced by a restaurant-style dining experience, prepared by a personal chef and dedicated kitchen staff. Residents enjoy three freshly made meals each day, crafted with a focus on balanced nutrition and quality ingredients. Dining at Anshin is more than just eating; it’s a social and pleasurable experience that brings residents together and provides something to look forward to every day.

      The community believes in supporting both the mental and physical well-being of its residents, offering a range of specially curated on-site activities. Small, organized group activities are designed to be engaging and are tailored to the personal interests of those living at Anshin. These programs provide opportunities for social interaction, stimulation, and enjoyment, helping residents maintain a vibrant and connected lifestyle.

      Living spaces at Anshin Home Care are thoughtfully arranged to provide comfort and security. Residents have a choice between private and semi-private units, depending on their preferences and needs. Indoor common areas are secured to help ensure safety while still providing opportunities for communal living and interaction. Anshin Home Care is committed to fostering a welcoming, supportive environment where every individual is encouraged to thrive, enjoy meaningful daily routines, and receive attentive, personalized care.

      People often ask...

      Anshin Home Care offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,567 per month.

      Anshin Home Care offers board and care.

      The full address for this community is 9412 Hilmer Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942.

      No, Anshin Home 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 number374602528
      StatusClosed
      Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
      Capacity6 residents
      LicenseeANSHIN AND SHOURI, INC.
      EffectiveAugust 22nd, 2007
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      Inspection Reports

      5

      Reports

      1

      Type A Citations

      0

      Type B Citations

      1

      Complaints

      5

      Years

      17 Jul 2024Inspection
      Concluded that all residents were relocated prior to closure and that the site had no remaining residents or postings; no deficiencies were issued.
      08 Aug 2022Inspection
      Observed no deficiencies during a recent unannounced annual visit. Staff had current criminal record clearances and infection-control measures were in place.
      27 May 2022Complaint
      Investigated an allegation of neglect resulting in a resident developing pressure injuries; the resident was hospitalized and later died.
      • Type A87464(F)(1)
      17 Jan 2022Inspection
      Observed no deficiencies during a case management visit addressing COVID-19 screening, testing, disinfection, and PPE use.
      15 Jul 2021Inspection
      Observed staff and residents; reviewed infection-control measures and PPE use; no deficiencies cited.

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