Occupancy rate
70%
Similar to the California average: 72.8%La Vida Real
Luxury Senior Living, Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Diego, CA
La Vida Real
Luxury Senior Living, Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Diego, California
Experience the beauty of a Spanish village with La Vida Real located in Rancho, San Diego, CA. An astounding senior living community that provides a spectrum of living options including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Integrated Health Care, and The Club. With a spacious and ethereal setting, La Vida Real offers various accommodations such as studio to two-bedroom deluxe for independent living residents, and studio to one-bedroom apartments for residents in assisted living.
Integrating the community’s very own Zest wellness program that combines the mind, the body, and the spiritual, La Vida Real ensures the wellness of the seniors. The community also fosters meaningful and powerful connections among its residents to further ignite their passion. Here, top-notch meals are served to satisfy the cravings and dietary needs of the seniors. Amenities include spa and beauty services, live music, an onsite cinema, an art studio, and many more entertainment and enrichment-related activities.
177-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
11 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 69 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
Similar to the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
124 / 177
Average residents per home in California
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 30, 2014
CountySan Diego
License Number374603565
La Vida Real is legally operated by Lvr Subtenant Llc; Srg Managment Llc, and administrated by Kimberly Garcia.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff
Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff
No Admission Fee
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 473 - 498 / 587 - 670 / 825 - 1278 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Restaurant Style Dining
Club Lounge and Bistro
Social and Recreational Activities
Full-Service Beauty Salon/Barbershop
Fully Equipped, State-Of-The-Art Fitness Center
Types of Care at La Vida Real
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
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 2020 · 6 years of data
16 citations
46 total visits
31 complaint visits
5 official inspections
27 complaint investigations
Inspection Scorecard
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 2020 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average
8 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (60% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (250% above)
• Citations per year (59% above)
• Total visits (188% above)
• Complaint visits (138% above)
• Other visits (43% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (170% above) 2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
• Total citations (60% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (250% above)
• Citations per year (59% above)
• Total visits (188% above)
• Complaint visits (138% above)
• Other visits (43% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (170% above) 2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
Latest Inspection
January 21, 2026
Complaint Investigation
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 16 | 10 | This facility has 60% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (16 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 60% worse |
|
Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 2 | 3 | This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better |
|
Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 14 | 4 | This facility has 250% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 250% worse |
|
Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2020.
| 2.7 | 1.7 | This facility has 59% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (2.7 vs. CA avg 1.7).↑ 59% worse |
|
Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 46 | 16 | This facility has 188% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (46 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 188% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 31 | 13 | This facility has 138% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (31 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 138% worse |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 10 | 7 | This facility has 43% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 43% worse |
|
Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
|
Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 27 | 10 | This facility has 170% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (27 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 170% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mixed, showing repeated deficiencies in supervision, feeding assistance, medication management, and personal rights violations. The most recent inspection on September 5, 2025, cited two substantiated complaints for failure to provide feeding assistance and inadequate supervision, each posing health and safety risks. Earlier citations included delayed medication assistance, unsanitary conditions, and a $500 fine for allowing an employee to work without a criminal record clearance, indicating ongoing compliance challenges.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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15.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from El Cajon's city center to La Vida Real's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.72 miles to nearest hospital (Scripps Clinic Rancho San Diego - Calle Verde)
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La Vida Real is located in El Cajon, California.
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Frequently Asked Questions about La Vida Real
What languages are spoken at La Vida Real?
The team at La Vida Real speaks ["english"].
Who is the owner of La Vida Real?
The legal owner and operator of La Vida Real is Lvr Subtenant Llc; Srg Managment Llc.
Is La Vida Real in a walkable area?
La Vida Real has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of La Vida Real?
According to CA state health department records, La Vida Real's license number is 374603565.
What is the occupancy rate at La Vida Real?
La Vida Real's occupancy is 70%.
Who is the administrator of La Vida Real?
Kimberly Garcia is the administrator of La Vida Real.
How many beds does La Vida Real have?
La Vida Real has 177 beds.
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