Good Samaritan Retirement Home

Overview of Good Samaritan Retirement Home

Good Samaritan Retirement Home is a 110-bed assisted living and memory care community with specialized dementia care, rehabilitation services, respite stays, and a core assisted living program in El Cajon, California. Operated by the Daughters of Mary Immaculate (Chaldean Sisters) under administrator Susan Sorensen, the community serves San Diego County. It’s been licensed since 2000 by the California Department of Social Services as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.

Across four official inspections since 2021, the facility has recorded zero citations, against a California average of 10, and only 2 complaints compared to a statewide norm of 14. No fines exist in the latest inspection in September 2025, placing the inspection score at 83 out of 100 against California’s benchmark of 70.

The memory care program is staffed 24/7 with dementia caregiving staff and a licensed nurse providing 8 hours of dementia-specific coverage daily. The community has four hospice waivers, allowing end-of-life care coordination on-site. Rounding out the care model are a fall prevention program, outdoor garden spaces, and a mobile physician.

With a consistently clean regulatory record, Good Samaritan Retirement Home is best for older adults in San Diego County requiring long-term assisted living or memory care in a faith-based community.

(619) 590-1515

110-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

25 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 2 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceJuly 17, 2000

CountySan Diego

License Number374600950

Good Samaritan Retirement Home is legally operated by Chaldean Sisters, Daughters Of Mary Immaculate C., and administrated by Susan Sorensen.

Owner NameDaughters Of Mary Immaculate C. Chaldean Sisters

Private Room $3,450 - $4,050 per month

Semi-Private Room $3,100 - $3,450 per month

Staffing

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

english spanish tagalog other

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Rehabilitation Therapy

Specialized Dementia Caregiving Staff - Daytime: 5

Specialized Dementia Caregiving Staff - Nighttime: 4

Specialized Dementia Licensed Nurse Hours/Day: 8

Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff

Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

Bathrooms: 52

Admission Fee: $1,500

Licensed Nurse on Staff: Yes

Religious Services

Beautician

Manicurist

Mobile Physician

Facility Van Or Car Used To Transport Residents

Specific ProgramsSenior Living, Home-based Services, Caregiver Support

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 0 citations 2 complaints 8 total visits 2 complaint visits 4 official inspections

Inspection Score

13 points above the California average for nursing homes (70/100)

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 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection September 8, 2025

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	0	10	This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

Standout metricNo citations on file since 2021 — the California average is 10.

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	8	16	This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	2	13	This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	2	7	This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
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

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	2	14	This facility has 86% fewer total complaints than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 86% better
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	0.4	2.8	This facility has 86% fewer complaints per year than a typical California nursing home (0.4 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 86% better

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112.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from El Cajon's city center to Good Samaritan Retirement Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

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What languages are spoken at Good Samaritan Retirement Home?

The team at Good Samaritan Retirement Home speaks ["english", "spanish", "tagalog", and "other"].

Who is the owner of Good Samaritan Retirement Home?

The legal owner and operator of Good Samaritan Retirement Home is Chaldean Sisters, Daughters Of Mary Immaculate C..

Is Good Samaritan Retirement Home in a walkable area?

Good Samaritan Retirement Home has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Good Samaritan Retirement Home?

According to CA state health department records, Good Samaritan Retirement Home's license number is 374600950.

Who is the administrator of Good Samaritan Retirement Home?

Susan Sorensen is the administrator of Good Samaritan Retirement Home.

How many beds does Good Samaritan Retirement Home have?

Good Samaritan Retirement Home has 110 beds.

Has Good Samaritan Retirement Home had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Good Samaritan Retirement Home has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.

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