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Lantern Crest

800 Lantern Crest Way, Santee, CA 92071

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
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(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(619) 650-6396

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,499
One Bedroom
Estimated $3,148
Two Bedroom
Estimated $3,872

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,133
  • Average State Price: $4,162
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Lantern Crest Description

    Lantern Crest is a large 100 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care and is located in Santee, California. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.5 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city out of 4 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    8.4
    Lantern Crest
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 120 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 5 communities in Santee
  • Ranking in State: 1586 out of 3640 communities in CA
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price B

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Employees and residents are treated like family.
    • High praise for the food, staff, and luxury ambiance. Residents appear happy and well-cared for.
    • Independent living is highly rated by family members for its kind staff and caring environment, though restaurant service could improve.
    • Transition through different levels of care (villas, independent living, memory care) is smooth, with all staff being highly commended.
    • Professional musicians performing at the facility have noted the excellent staff and personal attention to everyone's needs.
    • Described as the best retirement/senior living resort in San Diego, offering high-quality services in a luxury environment.
    • Facility is beautiful with friendly people and a very pleasant atmosphere.
    • Hosts great events with fantastic food, including recommended Oreo Cheesecake.
    • Offers a resort-like experience with amenities such as movie theatres, diners, bowling, pools, and magnificent decor.
    • Team members believe in the value and service provided, highlighting the management team and facility's excellence.

    Negative Review:

    • A visitor had a negative experience during a hiring event, citing unorganized and unwelcoming interactions, raising concerns about overall treatment of individuals.

    Mixed Review:

    • While the independent living facility receives high marks, the restaurant service is noted as slow and inattentive, suggesting room for improvement in management and staff training.


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    Health

    Resident-Centered Personal Care Plan

    24 Hour Emergency Response

    Intuitive, Compassionate Employees

    Medication Management

    Mental Health

    Personalized Care


    Services

    Weekly Housekeeping, Linen, and Personal Laundry Service

    24 Hour Emergency Response

    Laundry Services

    Housekeeping and Maintenance

    Linen Service

    Personal Laundry Service


    Activities

    Activities and Recreational Events

    Fun, Engaging Memory-Stimulating Activities and Events

    Activity and Craft Rooms

    Recreational Outings

    Onsite Entertainment / Program Director

    Daily Activities and Programs


    Community Amenities

    Fitness Center

    Heated Outdoor Swimming Pool and Jacuzzi

    Indoor / Outdoor Fitness Center

    Game Room

    Movie Theatre

    Salon / Spa


    Room Amenities

    Choice of Spacious, Bright Studio or One Bedroom Apartment

    Kitchenette

    Microwave

    Full-Sized Refrigerator

    High-speed Wi-Fi in all Apartments

    Over 300 Cable Channels


    Dining

    Delicious Meals

    Nutritious Snacks

    Montecito Restaurant

    3 Daily Home-Style Meals

    Unmatched Daily Dining Experience

    Varied and Extensive Menu


    Transportation

    Scheduled Transportation

    Parking Garage


    Pet

    Pet Friendly

    Pet-Friendly Community

    Dog Park



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Santee which is 1.0 miles away and has a population of 57,787 (large town).
    • The average income is $77,386, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 80
      • Low Temperature: 58
      • Average Temperature: 68.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 61 days of rain and 303 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.5 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 2.92 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.76 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.13 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.69 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.76 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 156.0, Moderate Days 120.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 6.0, Unhealthy Days 1.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Grocery Outlet
    1.5 miles away
    Food 4 Less
    1.5 miles away
    Vons
    1.6 miles away
    Costco
    1.7 miles away
    Costco Tire Center
    1.7 miles away

    Transportation

    Gillespie Field
    1.3 miles away

    None Found

    Banks

    California Coast Credit Union
    1.3 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    1.5 miles away
    Union Bank
    1.5 miles away
    Inland Federal Credit Union
    1.6 miles away
    Bank of America
    1.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    Sharp Grossmont Hospital
    4.3 miles away
    Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health System
    6.2 miles away
    Alvarado Hospital
    6.7 miles away
    Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center
    8.2 miles away
    Crestwood Behavioral Health San Diego
    8.8 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    1.6 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    1.9 miles away
    Walgreens
    2.1 miles away
    Leo's Lakeside Pharmacy
    3.0 miles away
    Rite-Aid #5625
    3.5 miles away

    Dentists

    Dental Arts San Diego
    2.0 miles away
    Woodside Dental
    2.5 miles away
    Western Dental
    2.5 miles away
    Family Dentestry
    2.7 miles away
    SmilePlus
    2.7 miles away

    Parks

    Shadow Hills Park
    0.7 miles away
    Shadow Hill Park
    0.8 miles away
    East San Diego County Fairgrounds
    0.9 miles away
    Northcote Park
    1.0 miles away
    Polo Barn Park
    1.2 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala
    9.1 miles away

    Shopping

    Trolley Town Center
    4.8 miles away
    8800 Grossmont Blvd
    4.8 miles away
    Grossmont Center North
    4.9 miles away
    Hawthorne Crossings
    11.0 miles away
    Westfield Plaza Bonita
    13.4 miles away

    Culture

    Stagehouse Theatre
    3.0 miles away
    Mt. Helix Amphitheater
    4.6 miles away
    La Mesa Memorial Fine Arts Center
    5.8 miles away
    Young Actors Theatre
    5.9 miles away
    SDSU Open Air Theater
    7.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    Estrada's Mexican Food
    0.2 miles away
    Chicago Pizza Company
    0.2 miles away
    Gillespie Field Café
    0.9 miles away
    Chili's
    1.4 miles away
    Luna Grill
    1.4 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of CA. It is a large-sized community with 100 total beds.

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