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Best Nursing Homes in San Diego, CA

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Mar 2026
We analyzed 9 homes in San Diego, CA

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and California Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

7 facilities compared · CMS & CA Dept. of Health data · Updated May 2026

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Arroyo Vista Nursing Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

San Diego (City Heights)
53
89.7%
Facility 89.7%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #96 / 281
+6%
3.39
Facility 3.39
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #241 / 275
-10%-20%
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 1.2
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #61 / 279
4.2
Facility 4.2
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #143 / 279
-
Facility -
CA AVG 1.4
47-
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 63
Rank #202 / 279
Ome Moore
$10.4M
Facility $10.4M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #200 / 279
$4.7M
Facility $4.7M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #203 / 279
45.2%
Facility 45.2%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #104 / 279
55505
Ridgeview Health Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
68
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #154 / 281
+1%
5.54
Facility 5.54
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #14 / 275
-3%+31%
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 1.2
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #21 / 279
2.8
Facility 2.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #35 / 279
-
Facility -
CA AVG 1.4
58-
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 63
Rank #268 / 279
Crestview Hc LLC
$8.4M
Facility $8.4M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #226 / 279
$4.1M
Facility $4.1M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #231 / 279
48.8%
Facility 48.8%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #64 / 279
555928
Bayshire Torrey Pines
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

San Diego (Carmel Valley)
125
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #159 / 281
0%
3.32
Facility 3.32
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #252 / 275
-36%-21%
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 1.2
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #185 / 279
5.8
Facility 5.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #227 / 279
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 1.4
106-
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 63
Rank #53 / 279
Jeremy Danenhauer
$6.1M
Facility $6.1M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #261 / 279
$2.6M
Facility $2.6M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #264 / 279
42.3%
Facility 42.3%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #121 / 279
555746
Vi at La Jolla Village
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

San Diego (University City)
783
66.4%
Facility 66.4%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #238 / 281
-22%
5.26
Facility 5.26
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #19 / 275
+65%+25%
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 1.2
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #17 / 279
2.1
Facility 2.1
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #5 / 279
-
Facility -
CA AVG 1.4
520-
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 63
Rank #37 / 279
Cc-La Jolla, Inc.
$64.8M
Facility $64.8M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #97 / 279
$8.0M
Facility $8.0M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #95 / 279
12.4%
Facility 12.4%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #125 / 279
555793
Jacob Health Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

San Diego (City Heights)
40
89.5%
Facility 89.5%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #101 / 281
+6%
3.29
Facility 3.29
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #252 / 275
+54%-22%
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 1.2
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #93 / 279
5.0
Facility 5.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #189 / 279
-
Facility -
CA AVG 1.4
118A+
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 63
Rank #202 / 279
-
$15.0M
Facility $15.0M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #146 / 279
$8.3M
Facility $8.3M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #86 / 279
55.5%
Facility 55.5%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #41 / 279
55508
The Springs of Pacific Regent
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

San Diego (University City)
58
96.8%
Facility 96.8%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #18 / 281
+14%
3.58
Facility 3.58
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #207 / 275
-4%-15%
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 1.2
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #66 / 279
2.2
Facility 2.2
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #8 / 279
-
Facility -
CA AVG 1.4
57A+
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 63
Rank #107 / 279
Matthew Stevenson
$19.4M
Facility $19.4M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #91 / 279
$7.2M
Facility $7.2M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #125 / 279
37.2%
Facility 37.2%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #180 / 279
555739
University Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

San Diego (Mid-City)
87
94.6%
Facility 94.6%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #34 / 281
+12%
3.30
Facility 3.30
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #252 / 275
-57%-22%
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 1.2
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #153 / 279
2.9
Facility 2.9
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #43 / 279
-
Facility -
CA AVG 1.4
78-
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 63
Rank #95 / 279
Pouya Afshar
$22.5M
Facility $22.5M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #71 / 279
$7.3M
Facility $7.3M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #123 / 279
32.4%
Facility 32.4%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #235 / 279
55328
Overview of Arroyo Vista Nursing Center

Arroyo Vista Nursing Center in San Diego, California is a welcoming and lively community that provides exceptional care to its residents. Cleanliness is a top priority at Arroyo Vista Nursing Center, as it plays a vital role in the residents’ overall health and well-being. The team includes physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapy assistants, speech pathologists, and other skilled professionals. Rehab therapists work on-site, allowing them to develop meaningful relationships with the residents. 
They feature a state-of-the-art therapy gym, where highly skilled therapists utilize both cutting-edge technology and hands-on techniques to ensure the best possible outcomes for the residents. The facility also boasts outdoor spaces, including a lovely patio area, that provides a serene and lush environment to relax and unwind. The dining room is filled with natural light and the interior is adorned with beautiful artwork, creating an ambiance of comfort and elegance.

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Overview of Ridgeview Health Center

Ridgeview Health Center is a peaceful sanctuary where residents can receive personalized care, including assisted living, memory care, 24-hour skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. The center is dedicated to providing unfaltering attention to the wellness of its elderly residents, through their distinctive floor plans and emergency response available 24/7. They boast full-time wellness nurses and highly trained caregivers, equipped with advanced medication technologies. They place a great deal of importance on the residents’ independence and personal choices, ensuring that each individual has the freedom to live their life the way they choose.
This home also offers a salon and barber, scenic drives, shopping trips, and spiritual wellness options such as bible studies and church services. Residents can enjoy their meals while maintaining their health goals as the center offers options to satisfy their palate while being healthy. They provide a myriad of avenues for residents to enjoy various activities as well, such as Wheel of Fortune, bingo and card games, themed and holiday events, live music performances, craft and ceramics classes, painting workshops, museum visits, and so much more.

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Overview of Torrey Pines Assisted and Senior Living

Torrey Pines Assisted and Senior Living is a remarkable community that caters to all levels of care. Whether it’s independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term care, or skilled nursing, this community has everything covered. Their top priority is to provide a safe environment that allows residents to enjoy the freedom they deserve. The apartments are incredibly spacious and offer a taste of the luxurious life. The floor plans are thoughtfully designed, giving residents plenty of room to move around and live comfortably. Residents may opt for a studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartment. Each boasts high quality kitchenettes, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, and secure bathrooms.

Dining at Torrey Pines is also an extraordinary experience that residents look forward to every day. With chef-prepared meals served in a restaurant-style setting, residents can enjoy their meals in style. For a quick snack or coffee, the bistro is the perfect place to go. The community has a lively social calendar with weekly excursions, a salon and barber, private transportation, library, gym, exercise classes, and an urban backyard patio. The staff is available 24 hours a day, ensuring that residents’ needs are met immediately.

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Overview of Bayshire Torrey Pines

A top continuing care community in San Diego, Bayshire Torrey Pines is a senior living community that offers all levels of care. Bayshire Torrey Pines consists of professional staff who are committed to providing a safe and comfortable environment for all seniors. They pride themselves on their integrity by ensuring that everyone is confident to speak up and be truthful with their communication– growing a trusting bond between residents and staff. The senior living community does its best to guarantee everyone can thrive in a home that is bustling with big and inspiring spaces to help live a purposeful life. Torrey Pines puts value on the trust that families place in them; they are dedicated to earning and proving their worth. 

A certified quality care provision in San Diego, Bayshire Torrey Pines has a welcoming community housing independent living in resort-like hospitality. The charming community provides indoor and outdoor restaurant-style dining; a movie theater, a fitness center, library, and salon and day spa– among a few of their amenities and facilities offered. A few of their services are poetry classes, art classes, volunteering activities, maintenance and housekeeping, and concierge services. Bayshire Torrey Pines houses residents of ages averaging between seventy to ninety. Many families have come back to Bayshire Torrey Pines and with its rapid vacancy rate lowering, it’s a testament to the demand of the community– a community where families are confident their loved ones will be in good hands. 

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Overview of Vi at La Jolla Village

Situated in Costa Verde Blvd., San Diego, CA, Vi at La Jolla Village is an extraordinary senior living community providing assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing services. To ensure the quality of life of its residents, the community provides a round-the-clock concierge and on-site care and rehabilitation. The Vi at La Jolla Village features a wide range of floor plans including one bedroom with a den, two bedrooms with a den, and a penthouse and suites.

The community promotes meaningful connections among its residents and orchestrates social activities. Here, the culinary team serves healthy and hearty meals that suit the palette and satiate the cravings of its residents. The Vi at La Jolla Village offers luxurious amenities including private gardens, aesthetic walkways, a movie theater, a salt-filtered pool, a salon and spa, a library, an art studio, and many more areas for the seniors’ enjoyment.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 639 - 1217 / 936 - 2034 / 1452 - 2618 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Suite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Overview of Jacob Health Care Center

Jacob Healthcare Center is located in San Diego, CA. It provides 24-hour skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the community. The center focuses on helping residents regain their highest level of function and independence.

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Overview of The Springs of Pacific Regent

The Springs of Pacific Regent is a renowned health care center in San Diego that’s well-known for its advanced technology and customized therapy programs. The community’s focus is on providing its residents with the utmost comfort, safety, and therapy. The atmosphere of the community is bright and airy, with comfortable furnishings and beautiful artwork hanging on the walls. Each home is equipped with a flat-screen TV and telephone, which allows residents to stay in touch with their loved ones.
They firmly believe in keeping their residents entertained and engaged, which is why they offer a full calendar of activities, including arts and crafts classes, social events, live music shows, and cooking classes. Additionally, The Springs of Pacific Regent offers excursions and church services to those who seek spiritual fulfillment in their daily lives. The Springs of Pacific Regent ensures that their residents are never bored by providing them with the opportunity to enjoy life with a greater sense of freedom and self-expression.

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Overview of University Care Center

University Care Center, located in San Diego, is a 5-star Medicare facility that offers a variety of services, including short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, wound care, and hospice services. The facility is conveniently located near top-notch hospitals and provides easy access to major freeways. Here, residents receive round-the-clock professional care from a dedicated staff. They accept a range of payment options, including private pay, Medicare, PPOs, and Medi-Cal. They also offer a variety of HMOs to provide flexibility in payment options.
The facility boasts a state-of-the-art gym, as well as gorgeous courtyards and a homey lobby that provide a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for residents. Their in-house registered dietitian also ensures that residents’ nutritional needs are met, combining comfort and sustainability to provide a holistic approach to care. Residents are sure to enjoy Southern California’s breathtaking beautiful city under University Care Center’s exemplary care.

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Overview of Cloisters of the Valley, LLC
Cloisters of the Valley is a memory care community located in San Diego, CA. It offers exceptional senior care in a serene atmosphere with a focus on dignity and comfort. The community provides a range of services including memory care and short-term respite care.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

CMS data 5 weighted categories Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Care Quality
20%
Staffing
20%
Regulatory
20%
Operational
5%
Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

Includes Overall Rating Health Inspection QM Rating Long-Stay QM Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Includes Nurse Hrs/Res/Day RN vs State Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

Includes Citations Citations/Inspection Severe Citations Fines Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

Includes Occupancy vs State Avg Length of Stay Revenue Payroll % Years in Operation Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

Includes Walk Score BBB Rating

San Diego Nursing Home Facilities Overview

  • Avg payroll costs: $8,772,945.40 (California avg: $6,440,675.14)
  • Avg home costs: $10,968,881.60 (California avg: $7,865,538.87)
  • Avg occupancy: 83.79% (California avg: 87.25%)
  • Avg bed count: 119 (California avg: 109)
  • Avg home revenue: $21,582,870.40 (California avg: $15,059,642.16)

Community-level financial and occupancy data

  • NAUTILUS HEALTHCARE INC.: 89.32% occupancy, 56 beds, $11,461,312.00 home revenue, $5,253,811.00 payroll costs, $4,387,406.00 home costs.
  • BERNARDO HEIGHTS HEALTHCARE INC.: 95.58% occupancy, 120 beds, $25,134,876.00 home revenue, $11,625,312.00 payroll costs, $8,787,176.00 home costs.
  • DEVONSHIRE HEALTHCARE INC.: 0.00% occupancy, 99 beds, $18,339,483.00 home revenue, $7,121,540.00 payroll costs, $8,148,913.00 home costs.
  • BALBOA NURSING AND REHAB CENTER: 88.66% occupancy, 194 beds, $28,502,816.00 home revenue, $14,237,360.00 payroll costs, $11,734,362.00 home costs.
  • HILLCREST HEIGHTS HEALTHCARE CENTER: 94.48% occupancy, 96 beds, $17,038,019.00 home revenue, $6,864,656.00 payroll costs, $6,860,688.00 home costs.
  • KEARNY MESA CONVAL AND NURSING HOME: 81.12% occupancy, 88 beds, $16,806,112.00 home revenue, $6,049,478.00 payroll costs, $9,599,230.00 home costs.
  • THE SHORES POST-ACUTE: 97.18% occupancy, 305 beds, $35,628,013.00 home revenue, $15,298,935.00 payroll costs, $16,915,667.00 home costs.
  • BRIGHTON PLACE SAN DIEGO: 96.06% occupancy, 99 beds, $15,120,270.00 home revenue, $6,099,637.00 payroll costs, $9,054,599.00 home costs.
  • THE PAVILION AT OCEAN POINT: 94.59% occupancy, 133 beds, $20,580,994.00 home revenue, $7,890,235.00 payroll costs, $11,297,134.00 home costs.
  • JACOB HEALTH CARE CENTER: 91.95% occupancy, 168 beds, $27,811,316.00 home revenue, $14,277,108.00 payroll costs, $11,396,491.00 home costs.
  • VILLA RANCHO BERNARDO HEALTH CARE: 96.09% occupancy, 299 beds, $54,673,387.00 home revenue, $18,256,348.00 payroll costs, $20,695,178.00 home costs.
View Chart Data Table
MetricSan DiegoCalifornia
Avg payroll costs$8,772,945.40$6,440,675.14
Avg home costs$10,968,881.60$7,865,538.87
Avg occupancy83.79%87.25%
Avg bed count119109
Avg home revenue$21,582,870.40$15,059,642.16
CommunityOccupancyBedsHome RevenuePayroll CostsHome CostsMedicareMedicaidPrivate Pay
NAUTILUS HEALTHCARE INC.89.32%56$11,461,312.00$5,253,811.00$4,387,406.0044.50%25.68%29.82%
BERNARDO HEIGHTS HEALTHCARE INC.95.58%120$25,134,876.00$11,625,312.00$8,787,176.0010.41%55.77%33.82%
DEVONSHIRE HEALTHCARE INC.0.00%99$18,339,483.00$7,121,540.00$8,148,913.007.08%73.52%19.40%
BALBOA NURSING AND REHAB CENTER88.66%194$28,502,816.00$14,237,360.00$11,734,362.0031.22%6.90%61.88%
HILLCREST HEIGHTS HEALTHCARE CENTER94.48%96$17,038,019.00$6,864,656.00$6,860,688.0018.62%62.69%18.69%
KEARNY MESA CONVAL AND NURSING HOME81.12%88$16,806,112.00$6,049,478.00$9,599,230.0034.96%10.48%54.56%
THE SHORES POST-ACUTE97.18%305$35,628,013.00$15,298,935.00$16,915,667.006.70%84.30%9.00%
BRIGHTON PLACE SAN DIEGO96.06%99$15,120,270.00$6,099,637.00$9,054,599.0013.38%77.20%9.42%
THE PAVILION AT OCEAN POINT94.59%133$20,580,994.00$7,890,235.00$11,297,134.0024.65%65.59%9.76%
JACOB HEALTH CARE CENTER91.95%168$27,811,316.00$14,277,108.00$11,396,491.008.95%9.44%81.61%
VILLA RANCHO BERNARDO HEALTH CARE96.09%299$54,673,387.00$18,256,348.00$20,695,178.0019.00%63.34%17.66%
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in San Diego, CA

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?

Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does California Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — California Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 9 nursing homes in San Diego, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in San Diego, CA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in San Diego, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in San Diego, CA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.