Encinitas Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Encinitas, CA

Encinitas Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Encinitas, CA

Overview of Encinitas Senior Living

Located in the picturesque city of Encinitas, California, Encinitas Senior Living is an esteemed assisted living community. They provide a range of amenities, including housekeeping services and chef-prepared dining, to empower residents to lead their best lives in a tranquil and comfortable environment.

Each day at Encinitas Senior Living is a fresh opportunity for residents to revel in new experiences, connect with friends on campus, and partake in diverse and exciting life enrichment opportunities. This vibrant community is designed to enhance the well-being and quality of life of every resident they serve. Encinitas Senior Living is dedicated to offering senior residents an ideal balance of support and independence, always tailored to their unique and individual needs.

Bed community size
125-bed community Rank #526 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 526th out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.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
49 years in operation Rank #24 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 59 / 100 Rank #1088 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1088th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
71%
Rank #922 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 922nd out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
89 / 125
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceApril 6, 2021
CountySan Diego

Ownership & Operating Entity

Encinitas Senior Living is legally operated by Carlsbad Operating Llc;atsc Ii Llc, and administrated by Mariano Perez.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMr. Gordon Shoger, Executive Director

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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 Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

14 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1156 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1156th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking. Inspection score: 67 out of 100. Letter grade D+. 14 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

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 7 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (50% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (175% above)
• Citations per year (50% above)
• Total visits (56% above)
• Other visits (14% above)
• Complaint investigations (10% above)
2 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Complaint visits (at CA avg)
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (82% below)
Latest Inspection April 22, 2026

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. 1510 This facility has 50% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 50% worse
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. 43 This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #828 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 828th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 114 This facility has 175% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 175% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 32 This facility has 50% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 50% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.63.3 This facility has 82% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.6 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 82% 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. 2516 This facility has 56% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (25 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 56% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1313 This facility has complaint visits in line with the California average (13 vs. CA avg 13).— At avg Rank #953 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 953rd out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 87 This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse
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
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1110 This facility has 10% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 10% worse

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Places of interest near Encinitas Senior Living

Address 3.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Encinitas's city center to Encinitas Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.15 miles to nearest hospital (Clinica JOAN san DIEGO)

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

Encinitas Senior Living
AL
IL
RC
Encinitas
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 103
Rank #526 / 1657
Yes
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 57
Rank #1088 / 2092
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 81
Rank #1156 / 1401
4
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #953 / 1397
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #828 / 1164
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 13
Rank #24 / 1487
71.2%
Facility 71.2%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #817 / 1368
A+Carlsbad Operating LLC;Atsc II LLC1 Bed
Westmont of Encinitas
AL
IL
Encinitas (South El Camino Real)
101
Facility 101
CA AVG 103
Rank #695 / 1657
Yes
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 57
Rank #1760 / 2092
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
Rank #242 / 1401
3
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #441 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1100 / 1487
92.1%
Facility 92.1%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #234 / 1368
-Westmont Mgr Gp Of Encinitas Op; Westmont LivingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Summerfield of Encinitas
AL
MC
RC
Encinitas
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 103
Rank #1109 / 1657
No
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 57
Rank #1679 / 2092
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #630 / 1401
4
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #953 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #886 / 1487
71.4%
Facility 71.4%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #813 / 1368
-Snh Cal Tenant LLC; Northstar Senior Living, Inc.1 Bed
Ranch View Senior Assisted Living
AL
HC
MC
RC
Encinitas (Olivenhain)
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 103
Rank #1196 / 1657
Yes
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 57
Rank #1932 / 2092
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1401
2
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #953 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1210 / 1487
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1223 / 1368
-Rvsal, LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Encinitas Senior Living is located in Encinitas, 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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Encinitas Senior Living

Who is the owner of Encinitas Senior Living?

The legal owner and operator of Encinitas Senior Living is Carlsbad Operating Llc;Atsc Ii Llc.

Is Encinitas Senior Living in a walkable area?

Encinitas Senior Living has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Encinitas Senior Living?

Encinitas Senior Living's occupancy is 71%.

Who is the administrator of Encinitas Senior Living?

Mariano Perez is the administrator of Encinitas Senior Living.

How many beds does Encinitas Senior Living have?

Encinitas Senior Living has 125 beds.

Has Encinitas Senior Living had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Encinitas Senior Living has had 16 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Encinitas Senior Living?

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