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A short drive from downtown San Diego, Holiday Springs of Escondido is a luxurious senior living community situated in Escondido, California, close to the gorgeous North County beaches. With a focus on a carefree lifestyle, this community, with a Spanish architectural flair, provides lavish independent living services. With amenities including routine housekeeping, linen, maintenance, and round-the-clock emergency response, residents benefit from a high standard of care. Flexible services guarantee that residents can preserve their independence while receiving the necessary care.
At Holiday Springs of Escondido, residents can enjoy a vibrant and stimulating environment through numerous amenities, such as a restaurant-style dining area, a pet-friendly courtyard, an on-site hairdresser, and regular transportation. Residents also have access to a library, fitness facility, and putting greens, as well as a comprehensive activity program that includes social, educational, and recreational events. Holiday Springs of Escondido guarantees residents a meaningful and independent lifestyle by providing comprehensive services and amenities.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%Holiday Springs of Escondido is legally operated by Pacifica North Cnty & Pac N Cnty; North County Mgr, and administrated by Jessica Playa.
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.
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.
5 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Rank #946 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 946th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 76 out of 100. Letter grade C. 5 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 8 | 10 | This facility has 20% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 1 | 3 | This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #413 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 413th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 7 | 4 | This facility has 75% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 75% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2020.
| 1.3 | 1.7 | This facility has 24% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.3 vs. CA avg 1.7).↓ 24% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 25 | 16 | This facility has 56% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (25 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 56% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 17 | 13 | This facility has 31% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 31% worse Rank #1061 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1061st out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 4 | 7 | This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better |
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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 |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 17 | 10 | This facility has 70% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 70% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 460 - 530 / 930 sq. ft.
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
2.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Escondido's city center to Holiday Springs of Escondido's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.36 miles to nearest hospital (Palomar Medical Center Escondido)
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Holiday Springs of Escondido is located in Escondido, California.
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| Reata Glen |
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.
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.
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.
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).
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). | Mission Viejo | 840
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840
CA AVG
103
Rank
#2 / 1657 | No |
2
Facility
2
CA AVG
57
Rank
#2044 / 2092 | 96
Facility
96
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1 / 1401 | 4 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 12
Facility
12
CA AVG
13
Rank
#569 / 1487 |
80.6%
Facility
80.6%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#584 / 1368 | B- | Reat Glen Orange County Ccrc | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Town & Country |
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.
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.
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.
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).
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). | Santa Ana (East Memory Lane) | 328
Facility
328
CA AVG
103
Rank
#45 / 1657 | No |
67
Facility
67
CA AVG
57
Rank
#830 / 2092 | 64
Facility
64
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1247 / 1401 | 3 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1242 / 1397 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3
Rank
#828 / 1164 | 50
Facility
50
CA AVG
13
Rank
#21 / 1487 |
32.9%
Facility
32.9%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1355 / 1368 | A+ | Christian And Missionary Alliance | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Ivy at Wellington |
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.
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. | Aliso Viejo | 160
Facility
160
CA AVG
103
Rank
#288 / 1657 | No |
29
Facility
29
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1735 / 2092 | 79
Facility
79
CA AVG
81
Rank
#881 / 1401 | 2 | 17
Facility
17
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1061 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1210 / 1487 |
78.8%
Facility
78.8%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#624 / 1368 | - | Well Oak Tenant LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLC | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Holiday Springs of Escondido |
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. | Escondido (Midway) | 143
Facility
143
CA AVG
103
Rank
#407 / 1657 | Yes |
84
Facility
84
CA AVG
57
Rank
#320 / 2092 | 76
Facility
76
CA AVG
81
Rank
#946 / 1401 | 4 | 17
Facility
17
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1061 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 12
Facility
12
CA AVG
13
Rank
#569 / 1487 |
75.5%
Facility
75.5%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#714 / 1368 | - | Pacifica North Cnty & Pac N Cnty; North County Mgr | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Villa Lorena Senior Living |
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.
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.
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 (Black Mountain Ranch Village) | 85
Facility
85
CA AVG
103
Rank
#884 / 1657 | No |
32
Facility
32
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1693 / 2092 | 73
Facility
73
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1022 / 1401 | 4 | 20
Facility
20
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1129 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 9
Facility
9
CA AVG
13
Rank
#703 / 1487 |
72.9%
Facility
72.9%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#778 / 1368 | - | Santaluz Senior Partners,LP;Vlgp Inc(Gen. Partner) | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Holiday Springs of Escondido is in the Midway neighborhood of Escondido.
The legal owner and operator of Holiday Springs of Escondido is Pacifica North Cnty & Pac N Cnty; North County Mgr.
Holiday Springs of Escondido has a walk score of 84. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Holiday Springs of Escondido's occupancy is 76%.
Jessica Playa is the administrator of Holiday Springs of Escondido.
Holiday Springs of Escondido has 143 beds.
Holiday Springs of Escondido has had 8 recently reported deficiencies.
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