Crestview Villa

Overview of Crestview Villa

Crestview Villa is a boutique 38-suite Assisted Living community located in Escondido, California. It offers a homelike atmosphere that feels like a seaside retreat, providing a lifestyle that celebrates independence while offering the support residents need. The community is dedicated to ensuring comfort, dignity, and peace of mind for its residents.
Bed community size
42-bed community Rank #1186 / 1645Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1186th out of 1,645 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
2 years in operation Rank #1322 / 1507Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1322nd out of 1,507 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusPending
IssuanceJuly 11, 2024
CountySan Diego
License Number371881531
RCFE Number371881531

Ownership & Operating Entity

Crestview Villa is legally operated by Bear Lake Holdings LLC, and administered by Audra Bristol.

Owner NameBear Lake Holdings LLC

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter

Staffing

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

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

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

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific Programs24/7 Nurse On-Call, Medication Management & Assistance, Complete Meal and Special Diet Service, Gated Property for Safety and Security, Physical Therapy Orders Honored, Occupational Therapy Orders Honored, Hospice Orders Honored, Volunteer Involvement, Housekeeping – Daily Bed Making, Intercom System Throughout Facility, Assistance With Bathing and Grooming, Planned Recreation Activities, Beauty Salon Facility On-Site, Community Gardening, Personal Laundry Service, Linen Service
Volunteer Program

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Address 2.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Escondido's city center to Crestview Villa's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Cypress Court
AL
IL
Escondido (Central Escondido)
293
Facility 293
CA AVG 103
Rank #62 / 1,645
No
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 58
Rank #673 / 2,057
13
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #589 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #128 / 1,507
51.2%
Facility 51.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,298 / 1,452
-Krc Escondido, LP And Northstar Senior Living, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Redwood Terrace
AL
RESC
Escondido (Central Escondido)
210
Facility 210
CA AVG 103
Rank #134 / 1,645
No
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 58
Rank #767 / 2,057
10
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #156 / 1,507
77.6%
Facility 77.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #725 / 1,452
-Humangood And Humangood Socal1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westmont of Escondido
AL
IL
MC
Escondido (Central Escondido)
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #151 / 1,645
Yes
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 58
Rank #218 / 2,057
23
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #992 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #605 / 1,507
84.5%
Facility 84.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #478 / 1,452
-Escondido Operations LP And Westmont Living IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Private Suite
Escondido Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Escondido (Midway)
143
Facility 143
CA AVG 103
Rank #405 / 1,645
Yes
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 58
Rank #337 / 2,057
25
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #565 / 1,507
75.5%
Facility 75.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #794 / 1,452
A+Pacifica North Cnty & Pac N Cnty And North County MgrStudio / 1 Bed
Crestview Villa
AL
Escondido (East Canyon)
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,186 / 1,645
No--
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
--Bear Lake Holdings LLC-

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Crestview Villa is located in ESCONDIDO, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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.
CA

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 Crestview Villa

What neighborhood is Crestview Villa in?

Crestview Villa is in the East Canyon neighborhood of ESCONDIDO.

Who is the owner of Crestview Villa?

Crestview Villa is legally operated by Bear Lake Holdings LLC, and administered by Audra Bristol.

What is the license number of Crestview Villa?

According to CA state health department records, Crestview Villa's license number is 371881531.

How long has Crestview Villa been in business?

Crestview Villa has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Crestview Villa?

No, Crestview Villa has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Crestview Villa?

Audra Bristol is the administrator of Crestview Villa.

How many beds does Crestview Villa have?

Crestview Villa has 42 beds.

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