Ocean Hills Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Oceanside, CA

Ocean Hills Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Oceanside, CA

Overview of Ocean Hills Senior Living

Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Oceanside, CA, the Ocean Hills is a dedicated senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Luxurious resort-style accommodations with a variety of floor plans are available and tailored to the needs of its residents. Apart from physical needs, this community also puts a premium on psychological, social, and intellectual needs towards a holistic approach to service delivery. In terms of memory care, it utilizes a peace of mind that is powered by state-of-the-art engagement technology. The community also offers short-term stays for respite care services.

The community is committed to providing exceptional amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy the following: pickle ball, sports bar or restaurant, bistro, alfresco dining, theater, 6-hole putting green, convenience store, pool and spa, fitness center, and many more. At the Ocean Hills, seniors are guaranteed a retirement with utmost care and support.

(760) 295-8515

Types of Care at Ocean Hills Senior Living

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
123-bed community Rank #545 / 1665Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 545th out of 1665 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
7 years in operation Rank #586 / 1209Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 586th out of 1209 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 8 / 100 Rank #1978 / 2096Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1978th out of 2096 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
88%
Rank #372 / 1407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 372nd out of 1407 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1407. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
108 / 123
Average residents per home in California 87 per day

Awards

AwardsBest of Senior Living 2025

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceApril 10, 2019
CountySan Diego
License Number374604143

Ownership & Operating Entity

Ocean Hills Senior Living is legally operated by Triton Senior Lvg,llc; Northstar Senior Lvg,inc., and administrated by Sheryl Johnston.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pickle Ball Court
Sports Bar/Restaurant
Bistro
Alfresco Dining Rooms
Walking Paths
Medical Center
Coro Health Music Programs
Theater
6 Hole Putting Green
Convenience Store
Pool And Spa
Fitness Center
Art Studio
Dog Run
Movie Theater
Game Room
Ice Cream Parlor
Library / Computer Room
Wii Room
Beauty Salon
Water Feature With Outdoor Seating
Specific ProgramsUpcoming Events, Residents Activity Calendar

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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 4 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% above)
• Total visits (63% above)
• Other visits (100% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (30% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Citations per year (30% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
• Complaint visits (46% below)
• Complaint investigations (50% below)
Latest Inspection April 25, 2025 Annual Inspection

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. 710 This facility has 30% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 13 This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 64 This facility has 50% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 50% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 1.42 This facility has 30% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 30% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.33.3 This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% 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. 2616 This facility has 63% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (26 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 63% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 713 This facility has 46% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 46% better
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 147 This facility has 100% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 100% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 510 This facility has 50% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with recent substantiated deficiencies related to medication administration and falsified records in an April 17, 2025 complaint investigation. Two deficiencies were cited for staff not administering medications as prescribed and falsifying medication administration records, while other complaints about supervision and cleanliness were unsubstantiated. The April 25, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies, showing some improvement after prior medication-related issues.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 11.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Oceanside's city center to Ocean Hills Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Ocean Hills Senior Living is located in Oceanside, 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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IL

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MC

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ocean Hills Senior Living

What neighborhood is Ocean Hills Senior Living in?

Ocean Hills Senior Living is in the Ocean Hills neighborhood of Oceanside.

Who is the owner of Ocean Hills Senior Living?

The legal owner and operator of Ocean Hills Senior Living is Triton Senior Lvg,Llc; Northstar Senior Lvg,Inc..

Is Ocean Hills Senior Living in a walkable area?

Ocean Hills Senior Living has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Ocean Hills Senior Living?

Ocean Hills Senior Living's occupancy is 88%.

Who is the administrator of Ocean Hills Senior Living?

Sheryl Johnston is the administrator of Ocean Hills Senior Living.

How many beds does Ocean Hills Senior Living have?

Ocean Hills Senior Living has 123 beds.

Has Ocean Hills Senior Living had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Ocean Hills Senior Living has had 7 recently reported deficiencies.

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