North La Costa Assisted Living

Overview of North La Costa Assisted Living

Conveniently located in the heart of Carlsbad, CA, North La Costa Assisted Living is a welcoming senior living community that offers a blend of elegance and personalized care for seniors. The community provides a comprehensive range of care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, all within beautifully designed living spaces. Residents can choose from a variety of thoughtfully designed accommodations with several floor plans, ensuring a comfortable living space tailored to individual needs.

The community is committed to holistic well-being, providing enriching activites such as music sessions and recreational outings. A dedicated team coordinates personalized healthcare services, from medication management to in-home medical visits. Moreover, residents can enjoy top-tier amenities such as pet therapy and wellness visits from stylists, creating a vibrant atmosphere where they can thrive. North La Costa Assisted Living is committed to fostering an engaging community focused on comfort, dignity enjoy for every resident.

Facility Direct Line (760) 443-1801 northlacosta@gmail.com

6-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

6 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 16 / 100

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

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

83%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

5 / 6

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceAugust 29, 2019

CountySan Diego

License Number374604081

North La Costa Assisted Living is legally operated by North La Costa Assisted Living LLC, and administered by Dejan Boskoski.

Private Room $4,000 - $5,500 per month

Semi-Private Room $3,500 - $4,500 per month

Staffing

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

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Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

24-Hour Staffing

Staff-to-Resident Ratio: 1:3

Residential Care

Hospice And Terminal Illness Care

Palliative Care

Nursing

Memory Care And Alzheimer’s

Parkinson’s

Pain Management

Stroke And Cardiac Recovery Care

Ostomy And Colostomy Care

Wound Care

Enteral Feeding And I.v Therapy

Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff

Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

No Admission Fee

Religious Services

Beautician

Manicurist

Mobile Physician

Facility Van Or Car Used To Transport Residents

Minimum Age60

Since 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 1 citation 6 total visits 2 complaint visits 4 official inspections 2 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

13 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

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

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.	1	10	This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	0	3	This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	1	4	This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California nursing home (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.2	3.3	This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes.	6	16	This facility has had 63% fewer total inspections than the California average (6 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 63% fewer
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	2	13	This facility has had 85% fewer complaint visits than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 85% fewer Rank #326 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 326th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	0	7	This facility has had 100% fewer other visits than the California average (0 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 100% fewer
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
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	2	10	This facility has had 80% fewer complaint investigations than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 80% fewer

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What does this home offer?

No pets allowed

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

7.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Carlsbad's city center to North La Costa Assisted Living'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)

What neighborhood is North La Costa Assisted Living in?

North La Costa Assisted Living is in the La Costa Valley neighborhood of Carlsbad.

Is North La Costa Assisted Living in a walkable area?

North La Costa Assisted Living has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of North La Costa Assisted Living?

According to CA state health department records, North La Costa Assisted Living's license number is 374604081.

What is the occupancy rate at North La Costa Assisted Living?

North La Costa Assisted Living's occupancy is 83%.

How long has North La Costa Assisted Living been in business?

North La Costa Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at North La Costa Assisted Living?

No, North La Costa Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of North La Costa Assisted Living?

Dejan Boskoski is the administrator of North La Costa Assisted Living.

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