The Montera
State licensed5740 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Grossmont Gardens Senior Living
La Mesa, CaliforniaState inspected Sep 24, 2026, 12 citations since 2023
About Grossmont Gardens Senior Living
Grossmont Gardens Senior Living brings compassionate assisted living to La Mesa, California, where personalized support helps residents maintain independence while enjoying daily routines designed for comfort and connection. Our attentive team provides the care and encouragement that matter most.
Community at a glance
Capacity
425 residents
State license
#374604675, Licensed
Location
La Mesa, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
5480 Marengo Ave, La Mesa, California 91942
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Grossmont Gardens Senior Living. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Grossmont Gardens Senior Living on September 24, 2026.
Since March 2023, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 3 routine inspections, 52 complaint visits and 26 other visits.
Inspectors issued 4 Type A citations and 8 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 47 complaints, and found 8 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Sep 24, 2026
Routine inspections
3
Type A citations
4
Type B citations
8
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 52 | 1 | 7 |
| Other visits | 26 | 3 | 1 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on May 19, 2026, May 28, 2025, May 7, 2024.
Complaints
- September 24, 20261 unsubstantiated
- September 9, 20262 allegations substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 2 citations
- June 26, 20261 unsubstantiated
- June 17, 20261 unsubstantiated
- June 10, 20261 unsubstantiated
- May 28, 20262 allegations substantiated, 5 unsubstantiated, 2 citations
- May 21, 20261 unsubstantiated
- April 14, 20261 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded
- March 2, 20261 unsubstantiated
- March 2, 20261 unsubstantiated
- February 6, 20262 unsubstantiated
- January 14, 20261 unsubstantiated
Showing the 12 most recent of 47.
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 374604675
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 425 residents
- Licensed since
- May 4, 2023
- Licensee
- Vista la Mesa Senior Living, Inc.
- Administrator
- Neale, Christopher
Location
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5480 Marengo AveLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Grossmont Gardens Senior Living had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Grossmont Gardens Senior Living 4 Type A citations and 8 Type B citations since March 2023. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Grossmont Gardens Senior Living last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on September 24, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Grossmont Gardens Senior Living?+
The state investigated 47 complaints since March 2023. Of the allegations, 8 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 79 unsubstantiated and 3 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.