Rancho Vista Senior Living

Overview of Rancho Vista Senior Living

Located in the heart of Vista, California, Rancho Vista Senior Living offers a welcoming and pet-friendly environment where residents experience both comfort and style in their retirement years. With a dedicated and friendly staff, residents are ensured a life that’s as comfortable as possible. This vibrant community provides a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs, each designed to cater to individual needs.

Residents here enjoy round-the-clock personal safety and a plethora of activities to engage in. The community offers an array of amenities, including housekeeping services, convenient transportation options, enriching life programming, medication assistance, and more. Residents can indulge in self-care at the on-site beauty salon, get lost in a good book at the well-stocked library, or take leisurely strolls along the scenic walking paths. Additionally, the community fosters a sense of belonging through regular townhall meetings and provides a secure outdoor patio space for relaxation.

172-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

33 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 66 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)

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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

41%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

70 / 172

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceApril 29, 2019

CountySan Diego

License Number374604134

Rancho Vista Senior Living is legally operated by Pacifica East Lake Llc and Vista Mgr Llc, and administered by Elizabeth Domingo.

Staffing

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

ContactMs. Claudia Russo

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff

Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

No Admission Fee

Patio

Housekeeping

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 4 citations 31 total visits 20 complaint visits 4 official inspections 18 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

1 point below the California average for assisted living residences (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

Latest Inspection March 20, 2026

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.	4	10	This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% 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 assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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. 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.	4	4	This facility has moderate citations (type b) in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	0.8	2	This facility has 60% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.8 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 60% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.1	3.3	This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	31	16	This facility has 94% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (31 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 94% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	20	13	This facility has 54% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (20 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 54% worse Rank #1129 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1129th 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. 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.	7	7	This facility has other visits in line with the California average (7 vs. CA avg 7).— At avg
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.	18	10	This facility has 80% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 80% worse

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

The most recent inspection on February 25, 2026, found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with all licensing regulations and health and safety standards.
A March 29, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated insufficient staffing during PM and overnight shifts, posing a potential health and safety risk to residents.
Multiple complaint investigations from 2024 to 2025 found various allegations unsubstantiated, including neglect, inadequate food, and improper care, despite some resident and staff concerns.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Rancho Vista Senior Living

1 Bedroom

2 bedroom

1 Bedroom

1.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Vista's city center to Rancho Vista Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.99 miles to nearest hospital (Tri-City Medical Center)

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


Rancho Vista Senior Living	AL RC	Vista	172 Facility 172 CA AVG 103 Rank #252 / 1657	Yes	66 Facility 66 CA AVG 57 Rank #855 / 2092	80 Facility 80 CA AVG 81 Rank #853 / 1401	4	20 Facility 20 CA AVG 13 Rank #1129 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	33 Facility 33 CA AVG 13 Rank #91 / 1487	40.7% Facility 40.7% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #1323 / 1368	A+	Pacifica East Lake LLC And Vista Mgr LLC	1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vista Gardens Memory Care	AL HC MC	Vista	99 Facility 99 CA AVG 103 Rank #725 / 1657	No	34 Facility 34 CA AVG 57 Rank #1663 / 2092	96 Facility 96 CA AVG 81 Rank #1 / 1401	1	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 13 Rank #1 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 13 Rank #1391 / 1487	66.7% Facility 66.7% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #913 / 1368	-	Devon Care LLC	1 Bed / 2 Bed
Alta Vista Senior Living	AL IL MC RC	Vista	98 Facility 98 CA AVG 103 Rank #789 / 1657	Yes	43 Facility 43 CA AVG 57 Rank #1505 / 2092	67 Facility 67 CA AVG 81 Rank #1156 / 1401	5	15 Facility 15 CA AVG 13 Rank #1024 / 1397	4 Facility 4 CA AVG 3 Rank #828 / 1164	7 Facility 7 CA AVG 13 Rank #805 / 1487	84.7% Facility 84.7% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #394 / 1368	A+	Pacifica Regency Palms LLC And Alta Vista Mgr LLC	Alcove / Studio / 1 Bed
Shadowridge Senior Living	AL HC MC RC	Vista	51 Facility 51 CA AVG 103 Rank #1131 / 1657	Yes	65 Facility 65 CA AVG 57 Rank #888 / 2092	96 Facility 96 CA AVG 81 Rank #1 / 1401	1	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 13 Rank #1 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	7 Facility 7 CA AVG 13 Rank #805 / 1487	94.1% Facility 94.1% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #202 / 1368	A+	Sycamore Care LLC	-
King‘s Care Assisted Living LLC	AL	Vista (Hannalei Hills)	15 Facility 15 CA AVG 103 Rank #1297 / 1657	Yes	21 Facility 21 CA AVG 57 Rank #1839 / 2092	95 Facility 95 CA AVG 81 Rank #108 / 1401	-	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 13 Rank #324 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	-	80.0% Facility 80.0% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #593 / 1368	-	Vista Senior Living II LLC	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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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)

Who is the owner of Rancho Vista Senior Living?

Rancho Vista Senior Living is legally operated by Pacifica East Lake Llc and Vista Mgr Llc, and administered by Elizabeth Domingo.

Is Rancho Vista Senior Living in a walkable area?

Rancho Vista Senior Living has a walk score of 66. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Rancho Vista Senior Living?

According to CA state health department records, Rancho Vista Senior Living's license number is 374604134.

What is the occupancy rate at Rancho Vista Senior Living?

Rancho Vista Senior Living's occupancy is 41%.

Who is the administrator of Rancho Vista Senior Living?

Elizabeth Domingo is the administrator of Rancho Vista Senior Living.

How many beds does Rancho Vista Senior Living have?

Rancho Vista Senior Living has 172 beds.

Has Rancho Vista Senior Living had any recent citations?

Rancho Vista Senior Living has had 4 recently reported citations.

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