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5% lower than California averageCalifornia average: 73%
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Senior Living in San Diego
Canyon Villas
Senior Living in San Diego
Canyon Villas
Canyon Villas, located in San Diego, CA, is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, respite care and hospice care. Their accommodation options range from studio and one bedroom apartment units featuring kitchenettes, self controlled heating and air-conditioning, and carpeted floors. Additionally, emergency pull cord system can also be found inside each accommodation, as an added layer of security.
As part of the basic services included in their monthly fee, residents receive three daily meals, weekly housekeeping services, and diversified activity program. The community also features a nursing station staffed 24/7, an elegant dining facility, and a beauty and barber shop for beauty and grooming services.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
133
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
69.2%
Residents per day
92
Occupancy rate
69.2%
Residents per day
92
133-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
35 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 65 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
5% lower than California averageOccupied beds
92 / 133
Average residents
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 12, 1990
CountySan Diego
License Number372004738
Canyon Villas is legally operated by San Diego Christian Foundation, and administrated by Richard John Rowe.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
english
SD Live-in Staff
SD Separate Housekeeping Staff
No Admission Fee
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.
15 visits
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
California average: 16 visits
Breakdown by visit type
10 total complaint visits
5 other visits
Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.
California average
13 total complaint visits
7 other visits
Show Inspection Reports
9 complaint investigations
Inspections conducted in response to complaints filed by residents, families, staff, or others about possible problems at the facility.
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
4 official inspections
Routine inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state care and safety standards.
California average: 4 official inspections
7 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 10 citations
1 serious citation
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
California average: 3 serious citations
6 moderate citations
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
California average: 4 moderate citations
Latest inspection
Date
March 20, 2025
Complaint Investigation8 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 8 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Canyon Villas
Most inspections found no deficiencies, including the two most recent annual inspections on January 2 and January 10, 2025, which were both clean. However, some complaint investigations identified isolated issues, primarily related to resident care and dignity, such as delays in incontinence care and staff comments that caused a resident to feel ashamed in the March 20, 2025 report. Earlier deficiencies included a missed background check for a staff member in February 2023, which resulted in a $500 fine, and incomplete incident reporting and insufficient assistance leading to a resident fall in March 2021. Several complaint investigations, including allegations of poor wound care, staffing shortages, and abuse, were unsubstantiated. The facility appears to have improved over time, with recent inspections showing no deficiencies after addressing prior concerns.
Compare Senior Living around San Diego The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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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 (Clairemont) | 133 | No | 65 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 35 | 69.2% | - | San Diego Christian Foundation | - |
| Rancho Penasquitos Senior Living |
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 (Rancho Peñasquitos) | 120 | No | 59 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 56.7% | A+ | Pacifica Ca Llc;Penasquitos Lp;Penasquitos Mgr Llc | - |
| Villa Lorena Senior Living |
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 (Black Mountain Ranch Village) | 85 | No | 32 | 3 | 19 | 1 | 9 | 74.1% | - | Santaluz Senior Partners,Lp;Vlgp Inc(Gen. Partner) | - |
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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) | 45 | No | 81 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 84.8% | - | Hartfield Care Llc | - |
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7.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from San Diego's city center to Canyon Villas's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.71 miles to nearest hospital (San Diego - Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns)
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