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Villa Bernardo, located in Escondido, CA, is a senior living community that specializes in providing top-quality assisted living services and amenities to its residents. As part of their services, they provide residents with assistance with day-to-day activities and personal care such as bathing, eating, toileting, transferring, and other mobility assistance. The staff also provides assistance in medication management, to ensure that the resident’s medications are taken or administered properly; at the right time, and with the right amount.
Additionally, the staff not only provides care to its residents, they also take care of their meals, preparing them carefully according to their dietary needs and preferences. Housekeeping services on the other hand focus on creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for everyone, including visiting families. Furthermore, their rich array of activities ensures that the residents live an active life, further promoting physical activity and cognitive stimulation for their overall well-being.
As a part of Zeal Senior Living, it is the goal of Villa Bernardo to assist elders in continuing the amazing story that is their life. At Villa Bernardo, your story continues.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Villa Bernardo is legally operated by Villa Bernardo Opco Llc, and administrated by Lynn Drummond.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical California score; higher is better.
Above the California average for assisted living residences.
California assisted living residences benchmark: C 76/100
Inspection score: 80 out of 100. Letter grade B-. Above the California average for assisted living residences.
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 5 | 10 | This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 3 | 3 | This facility has serious citations (type a) in line with the California average (3 vs. CA avg 3).— At avg |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2023.
| 1.7 | 3.3 | This facility has 48% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.7 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 48% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1 | 3.3 | This facility has 70% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 70% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 5 | 16 | This facility has 69% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 69% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 2 | 13 | This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 2 | 7 | This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 1 | 10 | This facility has 90% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-storey
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
3.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Escondido's city center to Villa Bernardo's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.39 miles to nearest hospital (Palomar Medical Center Escondido)
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Villa Bernardo is located in Escondido, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Escondido Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Escondido (Midway) | 143 | Yes | 83 | 4 | 17
Facility
17
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1061 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 12
Facility
12
CA AVG
13
Rank
#565 / 1485 |
75.5%
Facility
75.5%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#681 / 1249 | A+ | Pacifica North Cnty & Pac N Cnty; North County Mgr | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Felicita Vida |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Escondido (Felicita) | 123 | No | 17 | - | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1 / 1397 | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1387 / 1485 |
65.9%
Facility
65.9%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#939 / 1249 | - | 930 Monticello Dr Opco LLC;Oakmont Mgmt. Group LLC | 1 Bed |
| Silverado Escondido Memory Care Community |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Escondido (Central Escondido) | 104 | Yes | 52 | 5 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#440 / 1397 | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#984 / 1485 |
70.2%
Facility
70.2%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#796 / 1249 | - | Silverado Escondido LLC;Silverado Sr. Lvng Mgt Inc | 1 Bed |
| Gardens at Escondido |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Escondido (North Broadway) | 101 | Yes | 69 | 3 | 15
Facility
15
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1024 / 1397 | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1094 / 1485 |
72.3%
Facility
72.3%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#748 / 1249 | A+ | Pacifica El Norte LP;Escondido El Norte Mgr. LLC. | Studio / Alcove |
| Villa Bernardo |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Escondido (Felicita) | 10 | Yes | 10 | 1 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#323 / 1397 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#753 / 1164 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1294 / 1485 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#1 / 1249 | A+ | Villa Bernardo Opco LLC | 1 Bed |
Villa Bernardo is in the Felicita neighborhood of Escondido.
The team at Villa Bernardo speaks ["english" and "tagalog"].
The legal owner and operator of Villa Bernardo is Villa Bernardo Opco Llc.
Villa Bernardo has a walk score of 10. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to CA state health department records, Villa Bernardo's license number is 371881418.
Villa Bernardo's occupancy is 100%.
Lynn Drummond is the administrator of Villa Bernardo.
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