Occupancy rate
64%
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Golden Living Point Loma
Memory Care, Respite Care & Hospice Care · San Diego, CA
Golden Living Point Loma
Memory Care, Respite Care & Hospice Care · San Diego, CA
Overview of Golden Living Point Loma
Cherish every moment of your best years with the renowned senior living community of Golden Living of Point Loma residing in the tranquil residential grounds of Duke Street, San Diego, CA which offers memory care, respite care, temporary stays, and hospice care. The community ensures seniors’ safety and comfort by providing emergency call systems, balconies, patios in each room, and security cameras all over the campus. A responsible and highly qualified team lends extra hands around the clock for seniors to flourish and live to their potential.
Participate in enriching activities and exciting programs to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle. With dining handled by the community, residents enjoy mealtimes without hassles. Golden Living Point Loma is great for seniors seeking the finest care and assistance for their ever-changing needs.
113-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
19 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 72 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: C+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
72 / 113
Average residents per home in California
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMarch 26, 2007
CountySan Diego
Golden Living Point Loma is legally operated by Golden Living Health Management, Inc., and administrated by Rocio Granda.
Rehabilitation Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Spacious Private Rooms
Private Balconies And Patios
Up To Code Bathrooms For Resident’s Safety
Built-In Shower Seats
Spacious Closets
Space For A Small Refrigerator Or Microwave
Emergency Control In Every Room
Libraries And A Hobby Room
Living Room With A Baby Grand Piano
Elegant Dining Venues
Court Yard
Laundry Rooms
Provided At No Charge
Specific ProgramsAccess to Healthcare, Dining Experience, Personalized Service Plans, Medication Assistance, Bathing Assistance, Dressing Assistance, Grooming Assistance, Transfer Assistance, Reminder/Escort Services, Laundry Service, Incontinence Care Services.
Food DescriptionMeals are important not only for good nourishment and health, but also for socialization. The facility strives for great food in an elegant dining setting, with menus reflecting quality, nutrition, variety, and presentation.
Meal Schedule3 nutritious and delicious meals served every day; nutritious snacks and beverages available twenty-four hours.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Types of Care at Golden Living Point Loma
Memory Care
Respite Care
Hospice Care
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.
Since 2020 · 6 years of data
34 citations
94 total visits
61 complaint visits
4 official inspections
51 complaint investigations
Inspection Scorecard
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 2020 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average
6 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (240% above)
• Citations per year (235% above)
• Total visits (488% above)
• Complaint visits (369% above)
• Other visits (314% above)
• Complaint investigations (410% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (88% below)
• Total citations (240% above)
• Citations per year (235% above)
• Total visits (488% above)
• Complaint visits (369% above)
• Other visits (314% above)
• Complaint investigations (410% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (88% below)
Latest Inspection
March 23, 2026
Annual Inspection
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 34 | 10 | This facility has 240% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (34 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 240% worse |
|
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.
| 12 | — | — |
|
Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 22 | — | — |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2020.
| 5.7 | 1.7 | This facility has 235% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (5.7 vs. CA avg 1.7).↑ 235% worse |
|
Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.4 | 3.3 | This facility has 88% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 88% better |
Inspections & Visits
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 94 | 16 | This facility has 488% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (94 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 488% worse |
|
Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 61 | 13 | This facility has 369% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (61 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 369% worse |
|
Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 29 | 7 | This facility has 314% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (29 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 314% worse |
|
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.
| 51 | 10 | This facility has 410% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (51 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 410% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mixed, showing repeated deficiencies in medication management, supervision, and documentation, alongside several substantiated neglect findings with civil penalties. The most recent inspection on March 23, 2026, found no deficiencies, but earlier investigations in 2026 and 2024 cited failures to report hospitalizations, allow unlicensed staff to work, and neglect resulting in serious injury and immediate health risks. Numerous complaint investigations over the past three years substantiated medication errors, inadequate supervision causing injuries, and failure to maintain safe conditions, though many other allegations were unsubstantiated.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Golden Living Point Loma is located in San Diego, California.
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— 3.05 miles to nearest hospital (Ucsd Medical Center Rad)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Golden Living Point Loma
What neighborhood is Golden Living Point Loma in?
Golden Living Point Loma is in the Point Loma Heights neighborhood of San Diego.
Who is the owner of Golden Living Point Loma?
The legal owner and operator of Golden Living Point Loma is Golden Living Health Management, Inc..
Is Golden Living Point Loma in a walkable area?
Golden Living Point Loma has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the occupancy rate at Golden Living Point Loma?
Golden Living Point Loma's occupancy is 64%.
Who is the administrator of Golden Living Point Loma?
Rocio Granda is the administrator of Golden Living Point Loma.
How many beds does Golden Living Point Loma have?
Golden Living Point Loma has 113 beds.
Has Golden Living Point Loma had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Golden Living Point Loma has had 34 recently reported deficiencies.
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