Inspection Report Summary for Stellar Care

Stellar Care, a 740‑type assisted‑living facility located at 4518 54th Street in San Diego, has undergone a series of unannounced inspections and case‑management visits since 2021. The most recent assessments in 2024, including a one‑year required inspection on April 29 and a case‑management incident review on June 21, reaffirmed the facility’s ongoing compliance with state licensing standards. Across all six documented visits, the Licensing Program Analyst consistently observed that staff maintained current criminal‑record clearances, resident units were clean and well‑equipped, and the facility’s infection‑control and COVID‑19 mitigation plans remained robust and properly implemented.

In 2021, a COVID‑19 case‑management visit on April 19 and a required one‑year inspection on July 9 served to provide technical assistance and review the facility’s mitigation strategies, respectively. No deficiencies were cited during either visit. The July 13, 2022 unannounced inspection echoed these findings, with the analyst noting that disinfection protocols, testing surveillance, and personal‑protective‑equipment use were in full compliance. Throughout, the facility’s leadership—including Administrator Linda Cho, Resident Services Coordinator Mai Truong, and Activities Director Rachel Robinson—participated in exit interviews and received copies of the reports and licensing‑rights notices.

The 2024 case‑management visit on January 9 focused on amending a prior complaint investigation report, and again no deficiencies were identified. The subsequent April 29 inspection was the most comprehensive, covering resident care, environmental safety, food storage, medication handling, and activity programming. All inspected areas met or exceeded regulatory requirements, and staff behavior reflected a culture of dignity and adequate staffing levels. The incident‑based case management on June 21 addressed a resident’s fractured foot; an on‑site welfare check and review of medical records confirmed no safety concerns or deficiencies related to the incident.

Overall, Stellar Care’s inspection history demonstrates consistent adherence to California Department of Social Services regulations, with no cited deficiencies in care, safety, or compliance across multiple review cycles. The facility’s proactive engagement with licensing analysts and its emphasis on continual technical assistance suggest a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of resident care.