Sunrise at La Costa
Sunrise at La Costa is an Assisted Living Home in California
Sunrise at La Costa is an Assisted Living Home in California
Sunrise at La Costa
Sunrise at La Costa is an Assisted Living Home in California
Sunrise at La Costa is an Assisted Living Home in California
Offering assisted living and memory care services, Sunrise at La Costa is one of the best senior living facilities in Carlsbad. Contributing to recognizing the community’s overall excellent service and caregiving, residents feel at home due to the exceptional respect the staff has shown with a welcoming approach. Life at the Sunrise at La Costa offers the opportunity and inspiration branded as a Sunrise lifestyle.
The senior living community’s services and amenities include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that cultivate their golden years– weekly housekeeping and laundry, outings and activities, daily delicious and nutritious meals, and specialized programs.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
About this community
California average: 72%
LICENSEDAdditional licensing details
Ownership & operating entity
Sunrise at La Costa is legally operated by AL I/LA COSTA SENIOR HSG; SUNRISE SENIOR LVG MGT.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Sunrise at La Costa
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.
19 visits
California average: 14 visits
Breakdown by visit type
11 total complaint visits
8 other visits
Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.
California average
12 total complaint visits
7 other visits
Show Inspection Reports
10 complaint investigations
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
4 official inspections
California average: 4 official inspections
3 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 9 citations
0 serious citations
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
California average: 3 serious citations
3 moderate citations
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
California average: 4 moderate citations
Inspection Report Summary for Sunrise at La Costa
Sunrise at La Costa, a 740‑type facility in Carlsbad, experienced several incident‑related inspections between 2021 and 2023. In April and May 2021, unannounced case‑management visits addressed self‑reported incidents involving a single resident (R1) who was injured by staff, hospitalized, and later died. Each visit—conducted by LPA Kristina Ryan and LPM Alexandre Vo or LPA Liliana Silveira—resulted in no deficiencies being cited. The facility’s administrator, Wesley Lavender, provided copies of records and received copies of the report, confidentiality list, and appeal rights in each case.
On 29 November 2021, a required one‑year inspection by LPA Ramon Serrano also yielded no deficiencies. The evaluator toured the premises, confirmed that all staff held current criminal‑record clearances, and reviewed the facility’s COVID‑19 mitigation plan, noting satisfactory implementation of testing, disinfection, and personal‑protective‑equipment protocols.
The most recent assessment, a 7 June 2023 case‑management visit by LPA Dang Nguyen, focused on an incident of elopement by the same resident (R1) in the secured memory‑care unit. The elopement was brief; R1 was recovered without injury. However, the visit uncovered a regulatory deficiency: delayed‑egress doors and a courtyard gate in the memory‑care unit lacked required signage within 12 inches of the panic bar or latch, posing a potential safety risk. A Plan of Correction was developed with the licensee, and technical assistance was provided regarding staffing and absentee‑notification policies. The evaluator noted that the facility’s administrator had changed to Erika Castile by this time.
Overall, Sunrise at La Costa has maintained compliance in infection control and staff clearance requirements, and has consistently addressed resident‑related incidents without formal deficiencies. The 2023 deficiency highlights a lapse in environmental safety standards for a high‑risk population, but the prompt development of a corrective plan suggests the facility is responsive to regulatory oversight.
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Living Spaces & Floor Plans
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8.3 miles from city center
7020 Manzanita St, Carlsbad, CA 92011
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
- General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
- 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
- General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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 Specifics:Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics:High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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