Residential care
Lantern Crest
Residential care in Santee, California
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 800 LANTERN CREST WAY |
| City | Santee |
| State | California |
| ZIP code | 92071 |
| County | SAN DIEGO |
| Phone | (619) 258-8886 |
| Website | https://lanterncrestseniorlivingsantee.com/ |
| License number | 374603253 |
| License type | Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) — California's assisted living license |
| Licensing status | LICENSED |
| Licensed since | 5/30/2012 |
| Licensee | SANTEE SNR RET I LLC(OWNER)/LCM, LLC (MNGT) |
| Capacity | 180 |
| Care types | residential care, assisted living |
| Services offered | 24-hour non-medical care and supervision, assistance with activities of daily living |
| CMS quality note | Licensed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. |
Lantern Crest is in 800 LANTERN CREST WAY, Santee, CA 92071. Phone: (619) 258-8886. Ownership: not stated in the source file. It holds California RCFE license 374603253 (status LICENSED, first licensed 5/30/2012, capacity 180). In California, assisted living is licensed as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.
More about this provider
| Lantern Crest is a luxury, resort-style senior living community on 34 acres in Santee, open since 2013, offering independent living (The Pointe, The Plaza, Villas), assisted living and memory care (The Ridge) on one campus, with chef-prepared dining, housekeeping, wellness amenities, and a full calendar of activities. | |
| Services and programs | Independent living at The Pointe and The Plaza, private two-bedroom Villas with garages, and assisted living and memory care at The Ridge; assisted living includes resident-centered personal care plans, 24-hour emergency response/care, award-winning dining, nutritious snacks, weekly housekeeping and laundry, scheduled transportation, activities and outings; memory care tailored programs for residents with Alzheimer's or other dementia; campus amenities include chef-prepared dining, heated pool and jacuzzi, fitness centers, movie theater, salon and spa, library, putting greens, concierge services, pet-friendly community with dog park |
| Who it serves | Seniors, including assisted living residents and memory care residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia |
| Visiting and contact details | Call (619) 258-8886 to schedule a tour; site footer lists campus address 300 Lantern Crest Way, Santee, CA 92071, License #374603253, wheelchair accessible |
| Website | https://lanterncrestseniorlivingsantee.com/ |
Who pays for residential care?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
- Does Medicare or Medicaid pay for assisted living
- Memory Care Costs: What Drives the Price When No National Median Exists
Residential care guide · Paying for care
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Common questions about Lantern Crest
Where is Lantern Crest located?
Lantern Crest is at 800 LANTERN CREST WAY, Santee, California 92071.
What care and services does Lantern Crest offer?
Lantern Crest offers residential care, assisted living, 24-hour non-medical care and supervision, assistance with activities of daily living.
How do I contact Lantern Crest?
Call Lantern Crest at (619) 258-8886.
How much does assisted living cost?
The national median cost of assisted living is $6,200 a month (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in California can be higher or lower. The price goes up when a person needs more help with daily tasks. See our guide to assisted living costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?
No. Medicare does not pay for the rent or the day-to-day help in assisted living. That help is called custodial care, and Medicare does not cover it. Medicare still pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits.
What is the difference between assisted living and a nursing home?
Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. Staff are on hand day and night, but it does not give round-the-clock nursing care. A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home.
Who else pays for assisted living besides Medicare?
Most people pay out of pocket. Medicaid pays for care services in assisted living in many states through waiver programs, but it does not pay the rent. A VA pension called Aid and Attendance can add money each month for veterans who need help with daily tasks. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost.