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Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · San Diego, CA
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Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · San Diego, CA
12979 Rancho Peñasquitos Blvd, San Diego, CA 92129 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living

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Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care that promotes independence while receiving exceptional quality of assistance. Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living is a community that tailors a uniquely designed care for each individual. They boast a warm and welcoming environment where residents are able to feel comfortable and secure to do as they please and be open to a world of endless possibilities. Its ideal location in Rancho Peñasquitos offers exciting activities and interest that allows families or individuals to soak in everything that Southern California has to offer. Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living strives to maintain a lifestyle that inspires residents to live a purposeful life and have an enjoyable and fulfilling experience at the senior living home.

Residents are from different states with an average age of sixty-eight to a hundred, and having about seventy-percent women over men. Whether one is from a different housing option or has different background, amenities and services are open to any resident. Anyone can have seamless access to common spaces, the library, the restaurant-style dining room, and more. Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living is well designed and strategically built for the convenience of you or your family member. 

Facility Direct Line (858) 537-6939
Facility Direct Line (858) 537-6939
Bed community size
120-bed community Rank #561 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 561st out of 1648 homes in California for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
4 years in operation Rank #1108 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1108th out of 1494 homes in California for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 59 / 100 Rank #1086 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1086th out of 2087 homes in California for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
66%
Rank #1080 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1080th out of 1496 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1496. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
79 / 120
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJanuary 20, 2023
CountySan Diego
License Number374604542

Ownership & Operating Entity

Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living is legally operated by Pacifica Ca LLC, Penasquitos LP, and Penasquitos Mgr LLC, and administered by Heather Myers.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Julie Walke, Associate (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Staffing(Specialized Dementia)

Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff
Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

Facility Details(Specialized Dementia)

No Admission Fee

Amenities & Lifestyle

Full-Service Salon
Library
Restaurant-Style Dining Room

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 15 citations 28 total visits 4 complaint visits 3 official inspections 3 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

2 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #880 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 880th out of 1399 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1399 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 79 out of 100. Letter grade C+. 2 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 5 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (50% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (225% above)
• Citations per year (52% above)
• Total visits (75% above)
• Other visits (200% above) 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Citations per inspection (85% below)
• Complaint visits (69% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
• Complaint investigations (70% below)
Latest Inspection April 1, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1510 This facility has 50% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 50% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 23 This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better Rank #599 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 599th out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 134 This facility has 225% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 225% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2022. 3.82.5 This facility has 52% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (3.8 vs. CA avg 2.5).↑ 52% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.53.3 This facility has 85% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 85% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 2816 This facility has 75% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (28 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 75% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 413 This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 69% better Rank #525 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 525th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 217 This facility has 200% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (21 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 200% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 34 This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 310 This facility has 70% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent annual inspection on January 29, 2026 found the facility clean, sanitary, in good repair, and cited no deficiencies.
  • A December 26, 2025 complaint investigation cited an immediate safety risk for employing a staff member without a required Criminal Background Clearance, resulting in a $500 civil penalty.
  • Multiple complaints from 2023 to 2025 substantiated deficiencies in medication administration, resident neglect causing pressure injuries, failure to follow absentee notification plans, and late incident reporting.
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living is located in San Diego, California.
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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
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High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living

What neighborhood is Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living in?

Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living is in the Rancho Peñasquitos neighborhood of San Diego.

Who is the owner of Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living?

Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living is legally operated by Pacifica Ca LLC, Penasquitos LP, and Penasquitos Mgr LLC, and administered by Heather Myers.

Is Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living in a walkable area?

Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living?

According to CA state health department records, Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living's license number is 374604542.

What is the occupancy rate at Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living?

Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living's occupancy is 66%.

Are pets allowed at Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living?

Yes, Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living?

Heather Myers is the administrator of Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living.

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