Considering Lemon Grove Senior Residence in Lemon Grove? It's a CCLD-licensed RCFE with 24 licensed beds (license #374600881). Below are the verified facts plus a practical framework for deciding if it's the right fit.
| Provider | Lemon Grove Senior Residence |
|---|---|
| License type | Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) (CCLD-licensed) |
| City | Lemon Grove, CA 91945 |
| Address | 2090 Lemon Grove Ave |
| Licensed capacity | 24 beds |
| CCLD license # | 374600881 |
| License status | Licensed |
| County | San Diego County, CA |
How California regulates RCFEs
California licenses Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs) under Health & Safety Code §1569, administered by the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) of CDSS. An RCFE can provide non-medical personal care assistance; a memory care unit operates under the same RCFE license with a CCLD secured-unit endorsement. For higher-acuity needs, a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) licensed under the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is required. Verify any RCFE license at ccld.dss.ca.gov — it's free and takes minutes.
Lemon Grove location & hospital context
Lemon Grove Senior Residence is located in Lemon Grove, San Diego County. Nearby hospitals include Sharp Grossmont Hospital (La Mesa), Scripps Mercy San Diego. Hospital proximity matters for discharge placements and ongoing specialist access, so families often factor drive time when comparing communities.
What RCFE costs near Lemon Grove Senior Residence
RCFEs in the Lemon Grove area typically run $3,800–$6,500 per month (2026). Pricing at any specific community depends on care level, room type, and community size. California's Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) and VA Aid & Attendance (available through the VA San Diego Healthcare System) can offset significant care costs for those who qualify — ask us what applies to your family.
How to evaluate Lemon Grove Senior Residence
The strongest predictors of care quality at an RCFE aren't in the brochure. Ask the overnight caregiver-to-resident ratio (daytime numbers hide the real picture), staff turnover rate over the past year, and how long the administrator has been in place. Ask what care needs would force a move-out, how the care plan is built and how often it's updated, and how medications are managed. Walk the halls at a meal and an activity — notice whether residents are engaged. Confirm the CCLD license type and check citation history at ccld.dss.ca.gov before committing.
Is Lemon Grove Senior Residence the right fit?
Lemon Grove Senior Residence is CCLD-licensed for RCFE care in Lemon Grove; whether it's right for your parent depends on their specific needs, budget, and preferences. A free advisor can compare it head-to-head with other licensed Lemon Grove-area communities.
Questions to ask when you tour Lemon Grove Senior Residence
- What are the move-out triggers — what conditions require a higher level of care?
- What is the overnight caregiver-to-resident ratio?
- How long have the administrator and head caregiver been in their roles?
- What care needs would require a resident to move to a higher level of care?
- How are medications managed, and how are errors tracked?
Common questions about Lemon Grove Senior Residence
Is Lemon Grove Senior Residence licensed in California?
How many beds does Lemon Grove Senior Residence have?
What does it cost near Lemon Grove Senior Residence?
How we help with Lemon Grove Senior Residence
San Diego Senior Advisor helps Lemon Grove families evaluate RCFEs like Lemon Grove Senior Residence at no cost. We verify the CCLD license, compare it against other licensed Lemon Grove-area options, and stay reachable through the move. Think of us as a knowledgeable local second opinion — free to you, funded only by successful placements.
About this page: the facility facts above come from California CCLD/CDSS licensing data. We don't publish unverified reviews or ratings — we share the public record and help you evaluate the community in person. Confirm the current license at ccld.dss.ca.gov before you sign anything.