Pricing ranges from
    $4,000 – 4,300/month

    Lantern Crest Senior Living

    800 Lantern Crst Wy, Santee, CA, 92071
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care

    Pricing

    $4,000+/moStudioAssisted Living
    $4,300+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.27 · 128 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      3.8
    • Staff

      4.2
    • Meals

      4.2
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      2.6

    Location

    Map showing location of Lantern Crest Senior Living

    About Lantern Crest Senior Living

    Lantern Crest Senior Living sits in a Spanish-style community with smooth beige stucco walls and a red roof, offering apartments in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, each designed for comfort and easy living, with some model living areas opening onto outdoor patios through sliding doors, which is a nice touch for those who enjoy fresh air. The community's resort-style amenities include spacious lounges with floor-to-ceiling glass windows that look over the landscaped courtyard, a swimming pool, gardens, and a putting green, so you'll find places to take a stroll, swim, or gather with neighbors. Lantern Crest provides a range of care options: independent living for those who want to remain active and social without the hassle of chores, assisted living for seniors needing help with their daily routine like bathing, dressing, or medication management, and specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia, with attention on keeping folks safe and reducing confusion or wandering. The facility also provides nursing and rehab options, a respite program for short stays, and home care services where trained aides can visit to help with companionship or non-medical needs in one's own room or apartment. Health support is available with staff on-site around the clock, and residents who need it can receive 12-16 hour nursing care, with a 24-hour call system for emergencies or supervision.

    Dining is a highlight here, with nutritious meals prepared by an award-winning chef and private dining available for families or special occasions, which is important when residents have visitors; the facility has earned awards for both meals and overall care. Residents can spend time in the well-stocked library, spa, wellness room, game room, and even Wi-Fi and high-speed internet are available, so staying connected is easy. Activities and outings are scheduled daily, and there are many choices from bingo to Aquasize classes in the pool, Men's Club meetings, movie nights, veteran's groups, and even resident-run programs, helping people build friendships and keep active together. The culture is recognized as friendly and family-like, with staff known for cheerfulness and kindness, and the atmosphere is described as warm and uplifting, always aiming to help seniors remain independent for as long as possible. Lantern Crest is wheelchair accessible, pet-friendly, offers transportation for appointments or outings, and has various accommodations in luxury style with elegant, roomy layouts. There's a virtual tour available for those who can't visit in person. License number for Lantern Crest Senior Living is 374603253.

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    State of California Inspection Reports

    18

    Inspections

    1

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    5

    Years of reports

    12 May 2025
    Found resident and staff records current and complete; no deficiencies were cited.
    08 May 2024
    Found no deficiencies after an unannounced visit; observed clean, sanitary, and well-maintained conditions with secure medications, ample supplies, and compliant temperature and safety measures.
    08 May 2024
    Inspection identified no deficiencies at the facility.
    • § 9058
    02 May 2024
    Found no deficiencies identified during a partial interior tour and records review; a follow-up visit is planned to complete the remaining portions.
    02 May 2024
    No deficiencies were found during the inspection.
    21 Nov 2023
    Determined the allegation about a resident in the independent living area could not have happened because the licensing division does not have jurisdiction over independent living, and the allegation was unfounded.
    21 Nov 2023
    Dismissed a complaint related to allegations of misconduct as they were determined to be unfounded due to jurisdictional limitations.
    28 Aug 2023
    Identified approval to increase capacity to 180 total, with up to 160 non-ambulatory and 20 bedridden residents, with bedridden residents limited to the first floor per the fire clearance. No deficiencies were observed; an updated license will be issued after final review, and an exit interview was conducted with the executive director.
    28 Aug 2023
    Confirmed no deficiencies were observed during the visit, approval granted for increased capacity and changes to resident categories.
    05 Oct 2022
    Investigated a complaint that the licensee neglected a resident who suffered a right arm fracture. Found insufficient evidence to prove the licensee caused the fracture or failed to observe the resident during care.
    05 Oct 2022
    Investigated allegation of neglect related to an unexplained arm fracture for a resident; found no evidence proving staff culpability, and the allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated.
    31 May 2022
    Found no deficiencies after an unannounced 1-year visit. Observed that infection control measures were fully implemented, including a single entry point with screening, routine symptom checks for staff and visitors, a visitor sign-in policy, clear postings about policies, accessible hand hygiene supplies and PPE, a designated visitation area, and visible emergency contact information.
    31 May 2022
    Confirmed compliance with infection control practices during recent visit.
    02 Nov 2021
    Found that the allegation of a resident leaving the premises on October 21, 2021 occurred, but staff did not lose sight of the resident; the resident briefly went out front to look at the sky and was redirected back inside. The resident is allowed to leave unassisted and does not have memory or cognitive impairment.
    02 Nov 2021
    Confirmed that a client left the facility briefly but was quickly redirected back inside by staff. No deficiencies were found during the visit.
    28 May 2021
    Found infection control measures in place at this site, including a central entry point with universal screening and routine symptom checks for staff, residents, and visitors. Observed a sign-in policy for visitors, posted signs promoting hand hygiene, cough/sneeze etiquette, and physical distancing, readily available hand sanitizer and handwashing stations, a designated visitation area, emergency contact information, and adequate cleaning supplies and PPE, with no deficiencies cited.
    28 May 2021
    Verified compliance with infection control practices and mitigation measures for COVID-19. No deficiencies cited during the visit.
    17 Jun 2020
    Allegations of medication mishandling and theft were investigated by the department, but there was not enough evidence to prove the allegations.

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