Inspection Reports for
Lantern Crest
800 LANTERN CREST WAY, SANTEE, CA, 92071
Back to Facility ProfileDeficiencies (last 6 years)
Deficiencies (over 6 years)
0.2 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
95% better than California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
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Occupancy
Latest occupancy rate
77% occupied
Based on a February 2026 inspection.
This facility has shown a decline in demand based on occupancy rates.
Occupancy rate over time
Inspection Report
Census: 138
Capacity: 180
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Feb 24, 2026
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Case Management - Incident inspection conducted in response to an Unusual Incident/Injury Report regarding improper medication disposal.
Findings
One Type B deficiency was cited for incomplete medication destruction records, posing a potential health and safety risk to residents. A Plan of Correction was developed with the licensee.
Deficiencies (1)
CCR 87465(i)(4): The medication destruction record was incomplete as the date of destruction was not properly recorded. This posed a potential health and safety risk to residents in care.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 1
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Liz Najera | Executive Director | Met during inspection and exit interview |
| Irma Sterling | Resident Services Director | Met during inspection and exit interview |
| Angelica Boyles | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection |
| Simon Jacob | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 124
Capacity: 180
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jan 30, 2026
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted to investigate a complaint alleging that the facility's telephone service had been inoperable for approximately 2 to 3 weeks, leaving residents without a way to contact family or call 911 in case of an emergency.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility's telephone service was inoperable for 2 to 3 weeks, affecting residents' ability to contact family or emergency services. The allegation was investigated and found to be unfounded.
Findings
The investigation found that the phones in residents' rooms were in working order. The phone outage occurred in an Independent Living Facility not licensed under Community Care Licensing, so the allegation was determined to be unfounded and the complaint was dismissed.
Report Facts
Capacity: 180
Census: 124
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Debbie Correia | Licensing Evaluator | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Liz Najera | Executive Director | Facility representative involved in the investigation and exit interview |
| Angela St. Mars | Memory Care Coordinator | Met with evaluator during the investigation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 128
Capacity: 180
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Nov 19, 2025
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by an allegation of staff mismanaging a resident's medication.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged staff mismanaging Resident 1's medication. The investigation found no evidence to support the allegation, and it was determined unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation included staff interviews and a review of facility and resident records. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated due to lack of corroborating evidence, confirming that staff cannot change medications without physician approval.
Report Facts
Facility Capacity: 180
Resident Census: 128
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Debbie Correia | Licensing Evaluator | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Robyn Clark | Supervisor | Supervisor overseeing the investigation |
| Liz Nagaria | Executive Director | Met with during the investigation |
| Irma Sterling | Resident Service Coordinator | Participated in exit interview |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 128
Capacity: 180
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Nov 19, 2025
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted to investigate allegations that facility staff did not safeguard a resident's belongings and did not ensure the resident received meals.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged missing personal belongings including a phone and remote control for Resident 1, and failure to provide proper meals. Interviews with the resident's responsible person and staff, as well as documentation review, did not support these allegations. The findings were unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation included staff and outside source interviews and a review of facility and resident records. The allegations were found to be unsubstantiated as there was no evidence to support the claims.
Report Facts
Capacity: 180
Census: 128
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Debbie Correia | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Diana Santana | Administrator | Facility administrator mentioned in report header |
| Irma Sterling | Resident Service Coordinator | Met during investigation and exit interview |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 134
Capacity: 180
Deficiencies: 0
Date: May 12, 2025
Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Debbie Correia conducted an annual required licensing inspection of the facility.
Findings
The facility's resident and personnel records were reviewed and found complete and current. No deficiencies were cited during the initial annual inspection.
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 126
Capacity: 180
Deficiencies: 0
Date: May 8, 2024
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced continuation of the one-year annual inspection to evaluate facility compliance and conditions.
Findings
The facility was found to be clean, sanitary, and in good repair with no deficiencies cited. All safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements were met during the inspection.
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 126
Capacity: 180
Deficiencies: 0
Date: May 2, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required one-year annual inspection to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations.
Findings
The inspection included a partial interior tour, review of resident and personnel records, and facility safety checks. No deficiencies were cited during this visit.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 78
Capacity: 180
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Nov 21, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to allegations received on 2023-11-17 regarding inadequate hygiene care, medication dispensing, and supervision of residents.
Complaint Details
The complaint was determined to be unfounded as the alleged victim resides in an Independent Living Facility, which is not under the licensing jurisdiction. The allegations were false or without reasonable basis.
Findings
The investigation found that the alleged victim resides in the Independent Living section, which is outside the jurisdiction of the Community Care Licensing Division. Therefore, the allegations were determined to be unfounded and the complaint was dismissed.
Report Facts
Capacity: 180
Census: 78
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Debbie Correia | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Diana Santana | Administrator | Facility administrator mentioned in report header |
Inspection Report
Census: 78
Capacity: 100
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Aug 28, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced Case Management Visit was conducted to observe the physical plant and review the facility's compliance with a pending application to increase licensed capacity and update fire clearance.
Findings
The facility's updated layout and fire clearance were consistent with submitted plans. No deficiencies were observed or cited during the visit.
Report Facts
Licensed Capacity Increase Request: 180
Non-ambulatory Resident Capacity: 160
Bedridden Resident Capacity: 20
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Dang Nguyen | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the unannounced Case Management Visit. |
| Kaan Ciftci | Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 80
Capacity: 100
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Oct 5, 2022
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by an allegation of licensee neglect resulting in a resident sustaining an arm fracture.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged licensee neglect because Resident #1 suffered an unexplained right arm fracture while under licensee’s care. The investigation included interviews, facility and hospital record reviews, and law enforcement involvement. The fracture was determined not to be a recent injury and there was no evidence it occurred at the facility. The complaint was unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to prove licensee culpability for the resident's right arm fracture or failure to observe the resident during their time at the facility. The allegation was unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Facility Capacity: 100
Resident Census: 80
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Dang Nguyen | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation visit |
| Diana Santana | Administrator | Facility administrator named in the report |
| Stacey Dickmann | Resident Services Director | Met with the Licensing Program Analyst during the visit |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 100
Capacity: 100
Deficiencies: 0
Date: May 31, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required 1-year visit to evaluate the facility's compliance with licensing and infection control requirements.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with infection control practices, including COVID-19 mitigation measures. No deficiencies were observed during the visit.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Sabel Martinez | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the unannounced required 1-year visit and evaluation. |
| Janae Orona | Assistant Executive Director | Met with the Licensing Program Analyst during the inspection and exit interview. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 78
Capacity: 100
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Nov 2, 2021
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted to discuss an incident report received regarding a client who allegedly left the facility unaccompanied on October 21, 2021.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved a client reportedly leaving the facility unaccompanied (AWOL) on October 21, 2021. The allegation was not substantiated as staff maintained sight of the client at all times.
Findings
The investigation revealed that the client was never out of staff sight and was redirected back into the facility. The client is allowed to leave unassisted and does not have memory or cognitive impairment. No deficiencies were cited.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Debbie Correia | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the unannounced Case Management-Incident visit and investigation. |
| Diana Santana | Administrator | Interviewed during the investigation regarding the incident. |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 76
Capacity: 100
Deficiencies: 0
Date: May 28, 2021
Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Debbie Correia conducted an annual required licensing inspection to verify compliance with facility regulations and infection control practices.
Findings
The facility was found compliant with infection control practices including COVID-19 mitigation measures. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.
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