Casa de las Campanas

Independent Living Home
Overview of Casa De Las Campanas

Situated in San Diego, California, Casa De Las Campanas envisions a vibrant community where residents thrive in a maintenance-free, independent senior living lifestyle. They prioritize individual choice and freedom, fostering an environment where residents can pursue their passions and interests without worry. With a commitment to a complete continuum of care, including assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation, Casa ensures residents’ health needs are met seamlessly as they age.

Casa De Las Campanas boasts a range of senior living amenities and facilities to enhance residents’ quality of life. From stylish floor plans with patios or balconies to modern amenities, a residence suits every preference. Additionally, 24/7 nursing supervision, social services, daily activities, routine housekeeping, and salon services keep residents occupied and pampered while maintaining independence. With resources for independent living, senior care services, and community events, Casa provides a supportive and engaging environment where residents thrive.

Managed by Jim Wills

Assisted Living and Memory Care Administrator

Jim Wills is an experienced senior living leader who has held key roles including Assisted Living and Memory Care Administrator and Continuing Care Retirement Community Executive Director. Since moving to Casa de las Campanas in 2018, he has actively contributed to resident leadership and governance. Jim brings deep knowledge of senior living management, financial oversight, and regulatory compliance, serving on the Board of Directors with a strong commitment to resident advocacy and fiduciary responsibility.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
California average: 3.1/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
3/5
California average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
California average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
California average: 4.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
5h 4m per day

This home provides 20% more nursing time per resident than the state average.

California average: 4h 13m per day

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 582

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the California average
Occupancy rate 52.7%
Residents per day (avg) 52
Occupancy rate
52.7%
Residents per day (avg)
52

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

34% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

66% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$54.7M
Profit
$5.3M
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$54,663,319.00
Profit
$5,341,428.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$14.5M
26.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$31.4M
Total costs $45.9M
Bed community size
582-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
29 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 12 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community

Occupancy Rate
87%
Occupied Beds
505 of 582
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
LICENSED
Facility Type
RCFE-CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
License Date
January 1, 1997

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 555362
County: SAN DIEGO
Awards: Best of San Diego 2024

Ownership & operating entity

Casa de las Campanas is legally operated by CASA DE LAS CAMPANAS/LIFE CARE SERVICE, LLC.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age: 60
Housekeeping: Yes
Linen Service: Yes
Utilities Included: Yes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Wellness
Activities
Transportation
Housekeeping
Pet-friendly
Outdoor Spaces
Fitness Center

Programs & Activities

Activities
Full schedule of activities available.
Specific Programs
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation
Operating Hours
Mon-Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,499
Entry Fee$375,417
Monthly Base Fee$4,499

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Meals included in monthly fee; chef-prepared meals in restaurant-style settings.
Meals Included
Yes
Meals Per Day
3
Meal Schedule
Mon-Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicare Long-term care insurance

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.

17 visits

Breakdown by visit type

9 total complaint visits

8 other visits Info 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.

9 complaint investigations

Investigations can have many visits.

3 official inspections

1 total citation

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

0 serious citations

A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.

1 moderate citation

A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.

Latest inspection

Date:February 13, 2025
Type:Annual Inspection

2 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Inspection Report Summary for Casa de las Campanas

Most inspections found no deficiencies, and several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, indicating the facility generally meets regulatory requirements. The most recent report from February 13, 2025, cited only one minor technical violation regarding the need to add three more stairwell evacuation chairs, with no other deficiencies noted. Earlier reports included a single deficiency in June 2023 for failing to submit timely incident reports, which was addressed with a corrective plan. Complaint investigations over the past two years did not substantiate allegations related to staff conduct, resident care, or contract issues. Overall, the facility’s compliance appears stable with mostly minor or isolated issues and no enforcement actions or fines listed in the available reports.

Compare Independent Living around San Diego County

The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
Casa de las Campanas
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

San Diego (Rancho Bernardo)
99
No
A+
12
FINCH-DOMINY, KIMBERLY
86.8%
$43,517,118.00
$14,463,707.00
33.2%
52.10
3/5
5.0673
3/5
4/5
4/5
35
-15%
+20%
+2%

Living Spaces & Floor Plans

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Hillcrest
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Del Mar
Del Mar
Imperial
Imperial
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Escondido
Fall Brook
Fall Brook
Julian
Julian
Kensington
Kensington

Places of interest near Casa de las Campanas

Address 23.7 miles from city center — 3.18 miles to nearest hospital (Children's Primary Care Medical Group 4S Ranch)

Address 18655 W Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

124
Total Staff
65
Employees
59
Contractors
28,315
Total Hours (Quarter)
40
Avg Staff/Day
7.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse99.7 No
Licensed Practical Nurse339.4 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant587.7 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
102 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
3 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services
11 staff
5.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
4hs shift avg
Dietary Services
2 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
23.3%
of total hours from contractors
6,596 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Certified Nursing Assistant: 23 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Licensed Practical Nurse: 22 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant35235813,42991100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse1122335,29491100%9.4
Registered Nurse9092,2959099%9.7
Dental Services Staff2029796571%8
Other Dietary Services Staff2029208998%7.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician0227407178%6.2
Speech Language Pathologist0337006774%5.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist2026986976%6.7
RN Director of Nursing2026347886%7.3
Physical Therapy Aide0226216571%5.1
Nurse Practitioner1015366774%8
Administrator1015206571%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0223996470%6.2
Qualified Social Worker0222636571%4
Occupational Therapy Aide0112082629%8
Occupational Therapy Assistant011541516%3.6
Medical Director011251516%1.7

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 10

California average 12.5


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 35
Citations per inspection
3.5

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

28 of 35 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 7 of 35 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than California average

California average: 0.4


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than California average

California average: 1

0 critical citations More info California average: 0.4

0 serious citations More info California average: 1

35 moderate citations More info California average: 47.2

0 minor citations More info California average: 1.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Care Planning moderate citation Aug 22, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Aug 14, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Nov 14, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Oct 09, 2024
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: Non-Profit - Other Nonprofit
Resident Census by Payment Source
50 Total Residents
Medicare 6 (12%)
Private Pay/Other 44 (88%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
CCRC
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 10.0
50% worse than California average

California average: 6.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 24.5
116% worse than California average

California average: 11.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 14.6%
32% worse than California average

California average: 11.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 26.1%
117% worse than California average

California average: 12.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 32.7%
190% worse than California average

California average: 11.3%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.6%
In line with California average

California average: 1.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.9%
In line with California average

California average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.6%
109% worse than California average

California average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.6%
39% better than California average

California average: 4.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.7%
74% better than California average

California average: 6.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 4.1%
59% better than California average

California average: 10.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with California average

California average: 98.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with California average

California average: 98.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.8%
In line with California average

California average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.6%
5% better than California average

California average: 93.2%

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).

$2,000 (individual).

Can hire family as caregivers.

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).

Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.

~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).

Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.

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