Wesley Palms Retirement Community

Overview of Wesley Palms Retirement Community

Front Porch Communities and Services operates Wesley Palms Retirement Community, a 511-bed senior living property located on Loring Street in San Diego, California. Justin Weber serves as the administrator for the complex, which has been in business for 31 years and currently maintains a 65 percent occupancy rate. The single-story layout ensures that residents can walk between their studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom units and the common dining spaces without climbing stairs.

The everyday schedule combines standard housing, prepared meals, and personal care assistance. State regulatory oversight includes a recent inspection in February 2026 to monitor ongoing operational standards. The area carries a walkability score of 19 out of 100, indicating a car-dependent location where staff, residents, and visitors will need a vehicle for standard shopping and medical errands.

Interested individuals looking into regional senior housing can call the main office to check on current room vacancies. Planning an on-site walkthrough is an effective way to inspect the single-level campus, meet the management team, and review the monthly care fees.

Facility Direct Line (858) 274-4110

511-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

31 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 19 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

65%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

332 / 511

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceFebruary 2, 2000

CountySan Diego

License Number374600800

Wesley Palms Retirement Community is legally operated by Front Porch Communities And Services, and administered by Justin Weber.

Staffing

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

ContactMr. Ben Geske, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff

Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

No Admission Fee

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 3 citations 17 total visits 4 complaint visits 4 official inspections 4 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

10 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

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 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	3	10	This facility has 70% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	0	3	This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 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) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.2	3.3	This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	17	16	This facility has 6% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 6% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	4	13	This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 69% better Rank #526 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 526th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	9	7	This facility has 29% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 29% worse
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	4	4	This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	4	10	This facility has 60% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 400 / 600 - 1151 / 1317 sq. ft.

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 1-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Wesley Palms Retirement Community

7.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from San Diego's city center to Wesley Palms Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.28 miles to nearest hospital (VA Medical Center-San Diego)

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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Wesley Palms Retirement Community	AL IL MC	San Diego (Pacific Beach)	511 Facility 511 CA AVG 104 Rank #20 / 1644	Yes	19 Facility 19 CA AVG 57 Rank #1852 / 2087	91 Facility 91 CA AVG 81 Rank #355 / 1400	4	4 Facility 4 CA AVG 13 Rank #526 / 1386	31 Facility 31 CA AVG 13 Rank #123 / 1497	65.0%	A+	Front Porch Communities And Services	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

What neighborhood is Wesley Palms Retirement Community in?

Wesley Palms Retirement Community is in the Pacific Beach neighborhood of San Diego.

Who is the owner of Wesley Palms Retirement Community?

Wesley Palms Retirement Community is legally operated by Front Porch Communities And Services, and administered by Justin Weber.

Is Wesley Palms Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Wesley Palms Retirement Community has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Wesley Palms Retirement Community?

According to CA state health department records, Wesley Palms Retirement Community's license number is 374600800.

What is the occupancy rate at Wesley Palms Retirement Community?

Wesley Palms Retirement Community's occupancy is 65%.

How long has Wesley Palms Retirement Community been in business?

Wesley Palms Retirement Community has been operating for approximately 31 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Wesley Palms Retirement Community?

Yes, Wesley Palms Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

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