Compare Nursing Homes around El Cajon
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center | NH HC NC | El Cajon | 151
Facility
151
CA AVG
103
Rank
#339 / 1657 |
94.8%
Facility
94.8%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#202 / 1537 | +12% | 3.47
Facility
3.47
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#296 / 354 | -5% | -18% | $33.7k
Facility
$33.7k
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#289 / 362 | - | 50
Facility
50
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#226 / 361 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#90 / 361 | 2 | 142 | - |
59
Facility
59
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1088 / 2092 | William Jenkins | $23.4M
Facility
$23.4M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#54 / 355 | $14.4M
Facility
$14.4M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#33 / 355 | 61.5%
Facility
61.5%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#209 / 355 | 55806 | ||||
| Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center | NH HC MC PC RC | El Cajon (East Madison Avenue) | 96
Facility
96
CA AVG
103
Rank
#804 / 1657 |
92.2%
Facility
92.2%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#261 / 1537 | +9% | 3.33
Facility
3.33
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#327 / 354 | -35% | -21% | $25.4k
Facility
$25.4k
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#273 / 362 | - | 63
Facility
63
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#279 / 361 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#90 / 361 | 1 | 88 | - |
67
Facility
67
CA AVG
57
Rank
#830 / 2092 | Hunter Moore | $14.8M
Facility
$14.8M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#150 / 355 | $7.9M
Facility
$7.9M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#173 / 355 | 53.6%
Facility
53.6%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#225 / 355 | 55064 | ||||
| Epic Assistance Care Home IV | NH CH | El Cajon | 15
Facility
15
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1297 / 1657 |
93.3%
Facility
93.3%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#234 / 1537 | +10% | 3.45
Facility
3.45
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#316 / 354 | -56% | -18% | $0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 362 | 95
Facility
95
CA AVG
81
Rank
#108 / 1401 | 103
Facility
103
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#343 / 361 | 6.1
Facility
6.1
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#303 / 361 | - | 14 | - |
33
Facility
33
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1679 / 2092 | Gordon Lane Healthcare LLC | $18.1M
Facility
$18.1M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#35 / 355 | $9.3M
Facility
$9.3M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#142 / 355 | 51.5%
Facility
51.5%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#348 / 355 | 555797 |
Perfectly set in the serene neighborhood of El Cajon, CA, Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center is committed to improving seniors’ quality of life with skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The community strives to meet seniors’ special needs and aspirations with top-notch care and assistance from a team of compassionate and highly trained professionals 24/7. Seniors enjoy a worry-free lifestyle knowing a trusted community has their backs.
Featuring a wide array of incredible amenities, the community encourages residents to interact with their surroundings and live an active lifestyle. Moreover, visiting family and friends can enjoy the refreshing breeze in the community’s beautiful courtyards. Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center goes above and beyond to create a safe place where seniors flourish and live their lives to the fullest.
Overview of Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center
An assisted living-inspired skilled nursing and rehabilitation home in El Cajon, Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center, delivered with an assisted living services approach. The nursing home is committed to providing its residents with a safe, well-balanced, and healing journey through the exceptional care delivered by its patient-friendly staff. Cottonwood Canyon can be trusted as a facility that cares for every senior’s needs.
Cottonwood Canyon’s services and amenities include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that boost their recovery period. These include 24/7 nursing supervision and care, weekly housekeeping and laundry, outings and activities, daily delicious and nutritious meals, and specialized programs.
Providing care for over 15 years, Epic Assistance Care Home IV is an esteemed community in East Bradley Avenue, El Cajon, CA, that offers assisted living. Here, residents with dementia also receive specialized care from an experienced and well-trained team available 24/7. The community also handles the housekeeping and linen services for a worry-free retirement.
Enjoy your later years with fun activities and engaging programs tailored to leisure and wellness. Have hassle-free dining with healthy and delicious meals served daily to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Medical support, medication management, and incontinence care are also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community is ideal for those who need assistance in their daily activities with its dedicated and genuine care offered at an affordable cost.
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.
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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in El Cajon, 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 3 nursing homes in El Cajon, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in El Cajon, 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 El Cajon, 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 El Cajon, 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.
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