Redwood Terrace
Nursing Home & Independent Living · Escondido, CA
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Redwood Terrace

Nursing Home & Independent Living · Escondido, CA
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Redwood Terrace accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Redwood Terrace

Redwood Terrace is a highly recognized continuing care retirement community in Escondido, CA, offering comprehensive care options that include independent living, assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing, and respite care. The community strives to promote a supportive environment, ensuring older adults can feel at home during their stay. Alongside a wide range of care options, personalized care plans, recreational activities, and household services are offered to ensure a maintenance-free living. As a HumanGood Community, this life plan community follows a high standard of care for older adults to live comfortably in retirement.

Engaging games, arts and crafts, and mind-stimulating programs promote social engagement and an active lifestyle. Residents have plenty of opportunities to relax with the community’s beautiful gardens and serene walking paths. Local amenities and grocery stores also surround the area, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This life plan community is chosen as one of California’s best continuing care retirement communities, proving its top-notch quality.

(760) 291-2700

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 38.9% Above CA avg. ▲ 38.9% Above CA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 58.7% Above CA avg. ▲ 58.7% Above CA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 44.9% Above CA avg. ▲ 44.9% Above CA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 29.6% Below CA avg. ▼ 29.6% Below CA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to California state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 62nd out of 275 homes in California.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 38m per day
Rank #62 / 275Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd out of 275 homes in California.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the California average, with a ranking across 275 California SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility California avg (4h 23m per day)
vs California avg
+6%
Staff type Hours / Day / Resident vs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 4h 9m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
45 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

74% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 24 days

Private pay

26% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 years

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$22.9M
Operating deficit
-$1.1M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$22.9M Rank #86 / 279Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 86th out of 279 homes in California.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the California SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating deficit
-$1.1M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #66 / 279Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 279 homes in California.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the California average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$11.6M
50.8% of revenue Rank #128 / 279Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 128th out of 279 homes in California.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the California average. Well-run California SNFs typically land around 56–66% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$12.3M
Total costs $24.0M
Bed community size
210-bed community Rank #36 / 282Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 36th out of 282 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
28 years in operation Rank #24 / 80Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 80 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 69 / 100 Rank #107 / 279Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 107th out of 279 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
78%
Rank #6 / 281Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 281 homes in California.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 281. 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
163 / 210
Average residents per home in California 87 per day

License Details

StatusActive
IssuanceAugust 26, 1997
CountySan Diego
License Number374600566

Ownership & Operating Entity

Redwood Terrace is administrated by Leif Cameron.

Staffing

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

Staffing(Specialized Dementia)

Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff
Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

Facility Details(Specialized Dementia)

No Admission Fee

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Dining Services

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Beauty Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Exercise Programs

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Swimming Pool

Types of Care at Redwood Terrace

Independent Living

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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

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 0 10 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 10). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 100% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

Metric This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 10 16 This facility has 38% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (10 vs. CA avg 16). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 38% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 3 13 This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (3 vs. CA avg 13). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 77% better
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 3 7 This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (3 vs. CA avg 7). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 57% better
Official inspections Info 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). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 2 10 This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 10). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 80% better

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Financial Assistance for
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Redwood Terrace is located in Escondido, 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.
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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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Address 1.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Escondido's city center to Redwood Terrace's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Redwood Terrace

What neighborhood is Redwood Terrace in?

Redwood Terrace is in the Central Escondido neighborhood of Escondido.

What languages are spoken at Redwood Terrace?

The team at Redwood Terrace speaks ["english"].

Is Redwood Terrace in a walkable area?

Redwood Terrace has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Redwood Terrace?

According to CA state health department records, Redwood Terrace's license number is 374600566.

What is the occupancy rate at Redwood Terrace?

Redwood Terrace's occupancy is 78%.

Who is the administrator of Redwood Terrace?

Leif Cameron is the administrator of Redwood Terrace.

How many beds does Redwood Terrace have?

Redwood Terrace has 210 beds.

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