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AvantGarde of La Jolla
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · La Jolla, CA
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AvantGarde of La Jolla

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · La Jolla, CA
6211 La Jolla Hermosa Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Avantgarde of La Jolla

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Avant Garde is a gorgeous facility that offers gorgeous views, making this community unlike any other. This facility makes sure to offer a personalized experience for their residents. The staff are also professionals that have been trained to take care of the seniors in the community, making sure that their needs are met.

There are several amenities that are unique to Avant Garde. They offer various services, specifically assistance and support on daily tasks. In addition to this, they also have activities and events made for everyone ensuring that all the residents will enjoy their time here.

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Bed community size
45-bed community Rank #1183 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1183rd out of 1657 homes in California. 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.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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
6 years in operation Rank #886 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 886th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 57 / 100 Rank #1157 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1157th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
82%
Rank #634 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 634th out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
37 / 45
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceApril 27, 2020
CountySan Diego
License Number374604261

Ownership & Operating Entity

AvantGarde of La Jolla is legally operated by Avantgarde Senior Living Of La Jolla, and administered by Susan Caccam.

Room costs

Private Room $7,500 per month
Semi-Private Room $6,500 per month

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

english spanish tagalog

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing(Specialized Dementia)

Specialized Dementia Caregiving Staff - Daytime: 4
Specialized Dementia Caregiving Staff - Nighttime: 2
Specialized Dementia Licensed Nurse Hours/Day: 8
Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff
Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

Facility Details(Specialized Dementia)

Admission Fee: $2,500
Licensed Nurse on Staff: Yes

Other On-site Services(Specialized Dementia)

Religious Services
Facility Van Or Car Used To Transport Residents

Amenities & Lifestyle

Luxury Apartments
Restaurants & Dining
Professional Care
Rendever Virtual Reality
Senior Activities
Wellness Activities
Specific ProgramsLuxury Transportation, Senior Fitness, Personal Services, Community Areas

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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 12 citations 31 total visits 22 complaint visits 4 official inspections 13 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.

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

Rank #1237 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1237th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 65 out of 100. Letter grade D. 16 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 7 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (20% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% above)
• Citations per year (20% above)
• Total visits (94% above)
• Complaint visits (69% above)
• Complaint investigations (30% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (88% below)
• Other visits (29% below)
Latest Inspection May 7, 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. 1210 This facility has 20% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 20% 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. 43 This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #828 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 828th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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. 84 This facility has 100% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 100% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2022. 32.5 This facility has 20% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 2.5).↑ 20% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.43.3 This facility has 88% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 88% 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. 3116 This facility has 94% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (31 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 94% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 2213 This facility has 69% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (22 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 69% worse Rank #1162 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1162nd out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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. 57 This facility has 29% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 29% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1310 This facility has 30% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 30% worse

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

  • The most recent inspection on February 26, 2026 found no deficiencies and substantiated no complaints regarding neglect, medication, dignity, or food quality.
  • Multiple inspections from June 2023 through December 2025 substantiated unlawful eviction violations for failing to provide required 30-day written notices, posing personal rights risks to residents.
  • September 19, 2025 inspections cited three background clearance deficiencies and one unsecured exit door deficiency, resulting in $1,900 in civil penalties and immediate health and safety risks.
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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 1.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from La Jolla's city center to AvantGarde of La Jolla's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.32 miles to nearest hospital (VA Medical Center-San Diego)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

AvantGarde of La Jolla is located in La Jolla, 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 AvantGarde of La Jolla

Who is the owner of AvantGarde of La Jolla?

AvantGarde of La Jolla is legally operated by Avantgarde Senior Living Of La Jolla, and administered by Susan Caccam.

Is AvantGarde of La Jolla in a walkable area?

AvantGarde of La Jolla has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of AvantGarde of La Jolla?

According to CA state health department records, AvantGarde of La Jolla's license number is 374604261.

What is the occupancy rate at AvantGarde of La Jolla?

AvantGarde of La Jolla's occupancy is 82%.

Who is the administrator of AvantGarde of La Jolla?

Susan Caccam is the administrator of AvantGarde of La Jolla.

How many beds does AvantGarde of La Jolla have?

AvantGarde of La Jolla has 45 beds.

Has AvantGarde of La Jolla had any recent citations?

AvantGarde of La Jolla has had 16 recently reported citations.

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