Overview of Canyon Guest Home

A senior living that has been trusted by many families, Canyon Guest Home provides quality of care that is given with dignity and respect. Canyon Guest Home is an ideal place for families looking for a home they can trust to have their loved ones spend their golden years, and it’s also been a place some families have gone back to for their compassionate care. The respite care community boasts a caring environment where residents can feel comfortable in a temporary home that can bring massive experience and memories; their professional care staff available 24/7, residents are able to create a bond with each other. Canyon Guest Home is confident to provide exceptional elderly care for seniors who are looking for a temporary stay.

Canyon Guest Home’s priority is centered on care, cleanliness, and safety for residents to feel secure in their new home. Residents receive exceptional service with their daily assistance in bathing, grooming, medication, and many more; their housekeeping that includes laundry and linen change help with disinfecting any unwanted virus such as the CoViD-19; hospice care is also provided and taken care of by well-trained staff. Families have praised how the community has given genuine and proactive care for their loved ones.  

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Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1330 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1330th out of 1657 homes in California. 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
4 years in operation Rank #1100 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1100th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #951 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 951st out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 1530Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 1530 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1530. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
6 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceFebruary 22, 2022
CountySan Diego
License Number374604525

Ownership & Operating Entity

Canyon Guest Home is legally operated by Sunny Day Rcfe Llc, and administrated by Daniel Raphael.

Room costs

Private Room $5,500 - $6,500 per month

Staffing

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

Staffing(Specialized Dementia)

Specialized Dementia Caregiving Staff - Daytime: 2
Specialized Dementia Caregiving Staff - Nighttime: 1
Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff
Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

Facility Details(Specialized Dementia)

Admission Fee: $500

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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.

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.

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

Rank #108 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 108th 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: 95 out of 100. Letter grade A. 14 points above 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (56% below)
• Complaint visits (92% below)
• Other visits (57% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
• Complaint investigations (90% below)
Latest Inspection May 14, 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. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% 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. 716 This facility has 56% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 56% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 113 This facility has 92% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 92% better Rank #210 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 210th 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.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 37 This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 34 This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 110 This facility has 90% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better

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 February 10, 2025, found the facility clean, sanitary, in good repair, and cited no deficiencies or regulatory concerns.
  • A complaint investigation on January 16, 2024, regarding toileting assistance and soiled clothing was unsubstantiated after staff interviews and record review.
  • The facility has maintained a consistent record of no deficiencies or violations since original licensing in December 2021 through multiple annual inspections.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 8.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from San Diego's city center to Canyon Guest Home's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.92 miles to nearest hospital (San Diego - Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Canyon Guest Home 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).
CA

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

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.
CA

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 Canyon Guest Home

What neighborhood is Canyon Guest Home in?

Canyon Guest Home is in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego.

What languages are spoken at Canyon Guest Home?

The team at Canyon Guest Home speaks ["english"].

Who is the owner of Canyon Guest Home?

The legal owner and operator of Canyon Guest Home is Sunny Day Rcfe Llc.

Is Canyon Guest Home in a walkable area?

Canyon Guest Home has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Canyon Guest Home?

According to CA state health department records, Canyon Guest Home's license number is 374604525.

What is the occupancy rate at Canyon Guest Home?

Canyon Guest Home's occupancy is 100%.

Who is the administrator of Canyon Guest Home?

Daniel Raphael is the administrator of Canyon Guest Home.

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