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Novellus Clairemont

5219 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92117 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Novellus Clairemont

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Luxury assisted living at Novellus Clairmont boasts an exceptionally vibrant community in San Diego because of the unparalleled standard of care delivered by highly-trained professionals. The exceptional senior living home boasts an enriching atmosphere that creates a beautiful experience for the next home, making sure residents feel like they belong. The beautiful community has been a home of endless possibilities that await discovery in Southern California.

Residential living at Novellus Clairmont is focused on elevating the lifestyle of seniors at an affordable rate. Residents are each given personalized care plans for an enhanced quality of living, supported by its essential services. These include daily nutritious meals, ADLs, housekeeping, transportation, recreational activities, and specialized programs.

Facility Direct Line (858) 225-2313
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What you will love about this neighborhood
  • This address is in Clairemont Mesa East, a dynamic neighborhood in San Diego known for its rich farming and ranching heritage since Judge Hyde’s settlement in 1872 and is home to 81,600 residents.
  • Recreation is not a problem with nearby landmarks like the 903-acre Tecolote Canyon Natural Park and Marian Bear Memorial Park, alongside the diverse dining options of Clairemont Mesa Boulevard.
  • The neighborhood is also close to Pacific beaches (5 miles) and downtown San Diego (10 miles), alongside the YMCA’s Krause Family Skate & Bike Park and the Tecolote Golf Course.
Bed community size
214-bed community Rank #130 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th out of 1648 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
2 years in operation Rank #1305 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1305th out of 1494 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 71 / 100 Rank #701 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 701st out of 2087 homes in California for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
42%
Rank #1406 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1406th out of 1496 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1496. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
89 / 214
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Awards

Best Assisted Living awards from Caring.com
A Place for Mom
Best of Modesto in 2024.

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceOctober 1, 2023
CountySan Diego
License Number374604722

Ownership & Operating Entity

Novellus Clairemont is legally operated by Novellus Clairemont LLC, and administered by Ernest Lewis.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsPersonal emergency alert system.

Staffing

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

Staffing(Specialized Dementia)

Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff
Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

Facility Details(Specialized Dementia)

No Admission Fee

Amenities & Lifestyle

Transportation
Library
Community Wi-Fi
Concierge Service
Salon
Private Courtyard And Garden
Landscaped Grounds
Private Dining Room
Individualized Attention
Nutritious Meals
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Senior Health Care And Wellness Services
Enriching Physical And Mental Activities
Community Inspiration Through Socialization
Specialized Team Member Support
Surface Level Parking
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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 2023 · 3 years of data 10 citations 25 total visits 10 complaint visits 2 official inspections 10 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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

At the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #824 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 824th out of 1399 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1399 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 81 out of 100. Letter grade B-. At 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 2023 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 3 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (125% above)
• Total visits (56% above)
• Other visits (86% above) 3 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Total citations (at CA avg)
• Citations per year (at CA avg)
• Complaint investigations (at CA avg) 4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Citations per inspection (88% below)
• Complaint visits (23% below)
• Official inspections (50% 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. 1010 This facility has total citations in line with the California average (10 vs. CA avg 10).— At avg
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. 13 This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #412 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 412th out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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. 94 This facility has 125% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 125% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2023. 3.33.3 This facility has citations per year in line with the California average (3.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).— At avg
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. 2516 This facility has 56% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (25 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 56% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1013 This facility has 23% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 23% better Rank #845 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 845th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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. 137 This facility has 86% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 86% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1010 This facility has complaint investigations in line with the California average (10 vs. CA avg 10).— At avg

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 December 10, 2025, involved no deficiencies and was limited to obtaining signatures on an amended report.
  • The October 22, 2025 annual inspection cited three Type B deficiencies for incomplete staff training, improper room placement of a bedridden resident, and retaining a resident with a Dementia diagnosis beyond license conditions.
  • Multiple July 30, 2025 complaint investigations substantiated staff neglect causing hospitalization due to sepsis, medication administration delays, and insufficient staffing impacting resident care.
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Novellus Clairemont is located in San Diego, 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).
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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

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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 Novellus Clairemont

What neighborhood is Novellus Clairemont in?

Novellus Clairemont is in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego.

Is Novellus Clairemont in a walkable area?

Novellus Clairemont has a walk score of 71. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Novellus Clairemont?

According to CA state health department records, Novellus Clairemont's license number is 374604722.

What is the occupancy rate at Novellus Clairemont?

Novellus Clairemont's occupancy is 42%.

Are pets allowed at Novellus Clairemont?

Yes, Novellus Clairemont allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Novellus Clairemont?

Ernest Lewis is the administrator of Novellus Clairemont.

How many beds does Novellus Clairemont have?

Novellus Clairemont has 214 beds.

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