Mesa Board and Care

3865 Darwin Avenue, San Diego, CA 92154
Assisted Living · Board and Care Home

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Last updated Sep 24, 2026

About Mesa Board and Care

Mesa Board and Care is an Assisted Living community in the San Diego area that also offers Board and Care Home. Estimated costs for this community start at $4,300/mo, which is lower than the cost of care in the San Diego area of $5,475/mo.

Mesa Board And Care, nestled on Darwin Avenue in the heart of California, offers a serene and supportive environment for its residents. This small, close-knit community is renowned for its exceptional care and medical services. Residents benefit from 24-hour supervision and a range of personal assistance services, including help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. The staff is dedicated to coordinating with health care providers to ensure that each resident's medical needs are met promptly and efficiently.

The neighborhood surrounding Mesa Board And Care is vibrant and full of convenient amenities. Just a short distance away, residents can find the Hospital del Niño Jesus, ensuring that emergency medical services are readily accessible. For specialized medical care, California Retina Associates is located a mere 3.4 miles away. Daily errands are made easy with a CVS Pharmacy less than a mile from the community, ensuring that prescription needs are quickly and conveniently met.

In addition to its top-notch medical services, Mesa Board And Care offers a variety of community amenities designed to keep residents engaged and active. Residents can enjoy leisurely strolls along the walking paths, relax in the garden, or participate in movie nights and other scheduled daily activities. The community also arranges transportation, making it easy for residents to explore the local area or attend appointments.

The local area boasts a variety of dining and leisure options. Residents can savor delicious meals at nearby Tacos el Franc or enjoy a cup of coffee at Das Cortez, both situated just four miles from the community. For those seeking spiritual solace, Del Espiritu Santo -iglesia O is located 5.7 miles away, providing a place for worship and community connection.

Mesa Board And Care is more than just a place to live; it's a community that values the well-being and happiness of its residents. With its comprehensive care services, engaging activities, and proximity to essential amenities, it stands out as a premier choice for senior living in the area.


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Pricing for Mesa Board and Care

starts from
$4,300/mo
Estimated starting prices by room type
Shared Bedroom$4,300/mo
Private Room$5,700/mo

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Reviews for Mesa Board and Care

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What families are saying

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Milestone Senior Living in Eau Claire receives largely positive reviews for its welcoming atmosphere, clean facility, comfortable apartment-style rooms, and compassionate staff. Families frequently describe employees and leadership as friendly, professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in residents’ well-being. Several reviewers specifically praise staff members such as Makayla, Thea, Jen, Brent, Brygit, and others for providing thorough tours, clear communication, personalized support, and kindness during difficult transitions. Families also appreciate assistance with moving, hospice care, and maintaining couples together while meeting different care needs. Residents are generally viewed as safe, respected, and well cared for. Reviewers mention engaging activities, attractive common areas, balconies, salons, kitchens, laundry options, security features, and access to assisted living and memory care. The community’s location and willingness to accommodate urgent placements are also viewed favorably. Employees describe supportive management, meaningful relationships with residents, and pride in the care provided. However, several recurring concerns appear. Food quality, portion sizes, presentation, and variety—especially fruits and vegetables—are criticized by multiple reviewers, although some residents enjoy the meals and breakfast receives particular praise. Some families report inconsistent activities, high costs for residents needing limited care, and frequent staff turnover. Others express frustration with administrative changes, poor communication, inconsistent follow-through, and a lack of transparency during leadership transitions. One particularly negative review describes repeated missed appointments and rude customer service. Additional concerns include darker interiors, institutional dining areas, and room locations that may be inconvenient for residents with mobility or respiratory limitations. Overall, Milestone is praised for caring frontline staff, cleanliness, services, and a homelike environment, but reviewers recommend improvements in dining, staffing stability, communication, administrative reliability, and consistency.
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Care offered at Mesa Board and Care

Care services

  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Medication management
  • Assistance with bathing

Amenities at Mesa Board and Care

  • Furnished
  • Emergency Alert System
  • Move-in coordination
  • Meal preparation and service
  • Professional chef
  • Movie nights
  • Community-sponsored activities
    Happy hour, Cooking classes, Live dance or theater performances, Holiday parties, Dances, Art classes, Has karaoke, Trivia games, Live well programs, Has birthday parties, Wine tasting, Has wii bowling, Has garden club
  • Pet-friendly
    Dogs, Cats
  • Faith Based
    Protestant services, Catholic services, Other religious services, Devotional activities on site, Devotional activities offsite
  • Special dietary restrictions
    Low / No Sodium

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    Seniorly Neighborhood Insights for San Diego, CA (92154)

    Discover crucial neighborhood insights from reputable sources like census.gov and epa.gov. Remember, this data offers a general overview of the area and might not reflect the area immediately surrounding the property.

    Total population: 85,845

    30% of population is 50+ years old, 12% is 65+ years old
    The poverty rate is 1% lower for this region compared to the California state average, which is 12%

    Diversity

    6% of population identify themselves as Black, 11% as Asian, 69% as Hispanic, and 69% as White

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