Good Samaritan Retirement Home
Nursing Home · El Cajon, CA

Overview of Good Samaritan Retirement Home

Good Samaritan Retirement Home offers a variety of senior living services, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The facility also provides rehabilitation therapy and caregiver support. Located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, it is committed to treating residents with respect, dignity, and compassion.
(619) 590-1515
Bed community size
110-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
25 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 2 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Specialties

Fall Prevention Program
Waivers & Approvals Comments: 4 Hospice Waivers

Features

Garden
Outdoor Shade
Walking Paths

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusFounder
IssuanceJuly 17, 2000
CountySan Diego
License Number374600950

Ownership & Operating Entity

Good Samaritan Retirement Home is administrated by Susan Sorensen.

Owner NameDaughters Of Mary Immaculate C. Chaldean Sisters

Room costs

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.

Languages Spoken

english spanish tagalog other

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Additional Services

1 service
Rehabilitation Therapy

Staffing(Specialized Dementia)

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

Facility Details(Specialized Dementia)

Bathrooms: 52
Admission Fee: $1,500
Licensed Nurse on Staff: Yes

Other On-site Services(Specialized Dementia)

Religious Services
Beautician
Manicurist
Mobile Physician
Facility Van Or Car Used To Transport Residents

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsSenior Living, Home-based Services, Caregiver Support

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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 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. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (50% below)
• Complaint visits (85% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Total complaints (86% below)
• Complaints per year (86% below)

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 nursing home (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. 816 This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 213 This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 214 This facility has 86% fewer total complaints than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 86% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 0.42.8 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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Address 112.0 miles from city center Info 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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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in California

Good Samaritan Retirement Home is located in EL CAJON, 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Good Samaritan Retirement Home

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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