Occupancy rate
90%
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Lo-Har Senior Living
Memory Care & Assisted Living · El Cajon, CA
Lo-Har Senior Living
Memory Care & Assisted Living · El Cajon, CA
Overview of Lo-har Senior Living
Lo-har Senior Living is an outstanding senior living community located in the scenic setting of Dorothy Street, El Cajon, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. The community prides itself on a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals helping with daily living activities and personal needs 24/7. Housekeeping and laundry are also handled by the community to ensure residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle.
With a lot of exciting activities and enriching programs, residents do not run out of things to do to spend their days happily. Here, residents eat well and feel their best with delightful and healthy meals served to cater to their dietary needs and tastes. Lo-har Senior Living is ideal for seniors aiming to optimize their freedom with its top-tier services and an inviting environment.
Jonathan serves as the Executive Director at Lo-Har Senior Living, where he is recognized for his kindness, efficiency, and strong support of both residents and their families. He works closely with the community to ensure compassionate care and open communication, fostering a warm and attentive environment for all.
68-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
7 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 72 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Specialties
Features
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
61 / 68
Average residents per home in California
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusFounder
IssuanceJanuary 10, 2019
CountySan Diego
License Number374604171
Lo-Har Senior Living is legally operated by Granite Hills Senior Living, Inc., and administrated by Charles Marinko.
Private Room
$3,450 - $3,950 per month
Semi-Private Room
$3,250 - $3,950 per month
Safety FeaturesSecurity & surveillance are in place.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Specialized Dementia Caregiving Staff - Daytime: 6
Specialized Dementia Caregiving Staff - Nighttime: 4
Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff
Admission Fee: $950
Chapel
Outdoor Areas
Activities Calendar
Housekeeping Services
Laundry
On-Site Salon And Barber
Guest Suites
Activities Room
Fine Dining
Library
Fitness Classes
Enrichment Programs
Social Events
Private Bathrooms
Chef Prepared Meals
Gardens
Walking Paths
Controllable Thermostats
Transportation For Appointments
Private Dining
Memory Care Services
Pet-Friendly Spaces
ActivitiesActivities calendar is available.
Food DescriptionChef prepared meals and nutritious snacks are provided.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Parking Available
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Safety Systems
Types of Care at Lo-Har Senior Living
Assisted Living
Memory 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 2021 · 5 years of data
36 citations
95 total visits
66 complaint visits
5 official inspections
56 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average
9 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (260% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (675% above)
• Citations per year (260% above)
• Total visits (494% above)
• Complaint visits (408% above)
• Other visits (243% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (460% above) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (88% below)
• Total citations (260% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (675% above)
• Citations per year (260% above)
• Total visits (494% above)
• Complaint visits (408% above)
• Other visits (243% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (460% above) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (88% below)
Latest Inspection
February 23, 2026
Other
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 36 | 10 | This facility has 260% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (36 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 260% 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.
| 5 | 3 | This facility has 67% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 67% worse |
|
Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 31 | 4 | This facility has 675% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (31 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 675% worse |
|
Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 7.2 | 2 | This facility has 260% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (7.2 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 260% 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
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 95 | 16 | This facility has 494% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (95 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 494% worse |
|
Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 66 | 13 | This facility has 408% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (66 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 408% worse |
|
Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 24 | 7 | This facility has 243% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (24 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 243% worse |
|
Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
|
Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 56 | 10 | This facility has 460% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (56 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 460% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Lo-Har Senior Living Facility’s inspection record is mixed, with several substantiated complaints mostly related to resident care, abuse, and safety risks, but recent inspections show improvement and no deficiencies cited as of February 23, 2026. Key deficiencies included failure to protect residents from physical abuse in August 2023 and neglect causing a Stage 4 pressure injury in May 2025, along with medication errors, inadequate staff training, and failure to report incidents. The most recent inspection on February 23, 2026 found no deficiencies or immediate health and safety concerns, indicating progress in compliance.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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2.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from El Cajon's city center to Lo-Har Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.7 miles to nearest hospital (San Diego Vein Specialists)
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Lo-Har Senior Living is located in El Cajon, California.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lo-Har Senior Living
What languages are spoken at Lo-Har Senior Living?
The team at Lo-Har Senior Living speaks ["english"].
Who is the owner of Lo-Har Senior Living?
The legal owner and operator of Lo-Har Senior Living is Granite Hills Senior Living, Inc..
Is Lo-Har Senior Living in a walkable area?
Lo-Har Senior Living 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 license number of Lo-Har Senior Living?
According to CA state health department records, Lo-Har Senior Living's license number is 374604171.
What is the occupancy rate at Lo-Har Senior Living?
Lo-Har Senior Living's occupancy is 90%.
Who is the administrator of Lo-Har Senior Living?
Charles Marinko is the administrator of Lo-Har Senior Living.
How many beds does Lo-Har Senior Living have?
Lo-Har Senior Living has 68 beds.
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