Inspection Reports for
Good Samaritan Retirement Home
1515 JAMACHA WAY, EL CAJON, CA, 92019
Back to Facility ProfileDeficiencies (last 5 years)
Deficiencies (over 5 years)
0 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
Same as California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
4
3
2
1
0
Occupancy
Latest occupancy rate
50% occupied
Based on a September 2025 inspection.
This facility has shown a decline in demand based on occupancy rates.
Occupancy rate over time
Inspection Report
Census: 55
Capacity: 110
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Sep 8, 2025
Visit Reason
An unannounced Case Management visit was conducted to follow up on an incident reported to Community Care Licensing involving a resident's fall resulting in serious injury.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst conducted a health and safety check and provided consultation. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Vicky Mammo | Business Office Manager | Met during the visit and discussed the purpose of the visit. |
| Cristina Senescalli | LVN | Participated in the exit interview. |
| Iby Strong | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the unannounced Case Management visit. |
| Susan Sorensen | Administrator/Director | Named as facility administrator/director. |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 53
Capacity: 110
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jul 10, 2025
Visit Reason
An unannounced required annual inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements for the Good Samaritan Retirement Home.
Findings
The facility was found to be clean, sanitary, and in good repair with no deficiencies observed or cited during the inspection. All required safety equipment and licensing postings were present and functional.
Report Facts
Residents in care: 53
Licensed capacity: 110
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Susan Sorensen | Administrator | Met with during inspection and exit interview |
| Iby Strong | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection |
| Simon Jacob | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report header |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 54
Capacity: 120
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jul 19, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced required annual inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations for the Good Samaritan Retirement Home.
Findings
The facility was found to be clean, sanitary, and in good repair with all safety and health requirements met. No deficiencies were observed or cited during the inspection.
Inspection Report
Census: 52
Capacity: 70
Deficiencies: 0
Date: May 10, 2024
Visit Reason
The visit was a Case Management visit initiated by the licensee regarding an application for an increase in facility capacity.
Findings
The licensing analyst observed the physical plant and residents' accommodations, verified fire clearance approval for increased capacity, and found no deficiencies during the visit.
Report Facts
Capacity increase: 110
Fire clearance date: Apr 4, 2024
Bedridden residents allowed: 20
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Susan Sorensen | Administrator | Facility administrator present during the visit. |
| Vicky Mammo | Business Manager | Facility business manager met with licensing analyst during the visit. |
| Iby Strong | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the Case Management visit. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 61
Capacity: 70
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Sep 11, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by an allegation that facility staff did not treat residents with dignity.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that facility staff did not treat residents with dignity. The allegation was unsubstantiated based on interviews and record reviews.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to corroborate the allegation. Interviews with residents, staff, and the director revealed no instances of staff being unkind or raising their voices towards residents. The allegation was unsubstantiated.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Susan Sorensen | Director | Met with during investigation and named in findings regarding staff treatment of residents. |
| Iby Strong | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation visit. |
| Simon Jacob | Supervisor | Supervisor overseeing the investigation. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 53
Capacity: 70
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Apr 12, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to allegations that the facility did not safeguard personal property and did not protect a resident from emotional abuse.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility did not safeguard personal property and did not protect a resident from emotional abuse. The allegations were found to be unsubstantiated after investigation.
Findings
The investigation found that the allegations were unsubstantiated. Evidence showed that items thought stolen were found in the resident's room and that no one else had entered the room. The facility offered room changes to resolve conflicts, and no reports of abuse were confirmed.
Report Facts
Capacity: 70
Census: 53
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Esther Miller | Licensing Evaluator | Conducted the complaint investigation visit |
| Susan Sorensen | Administrator | Facility administrator who met with the evaluator and was involved in the investigation |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 49
Capacity: 70
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jul 19, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Required 1-Year Visit to evaluate the facility's compliance with licensing regulations and infection control protocols.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited or observed during the visit. The Licensing Program Analyst provided technical assistance and evaluated the facility's infection control mitigation plan including disinfection, testing surveillance, screening protocols, and use of personal protective equipment.
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 55
Capacity: 70
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jun 15, 2021
Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Kennedy made an unannounced visit to conduct an annual required licensing inspection of the facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were observed during the inspection. The inspection focused on infection control procedures including symptom screening, hand hygiene, PPE supplies, and disinfection.
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