Vista Gardens Memory Care
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Vista, CA

Vista Gardens Memory Care

Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Vista, CA

Overview of Vista Gardens Memory Care

Vista Gardens Memory Care offers a comfortable and upscale senior living experience for adults in Vista. The luxurious memory care home creates a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that cultivates individuality and growth. The senior living home promotes independence while receiving assistance with daily living. The staff ensures that residents receive quality, respectable, and dignified approaches to memory care support.

At Vista Gardens, residents enjoy seamless access to a supportive and nurturing environment. Featured accommodations include recreational activities, specialized memory care therapy, medication management, delicious meal plans, massage services, hospice care, and therapy services (physical, occupational, speech).

Bed community size
99-bed community Rank #727 / 1658Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 727th out of 1658 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #1388 / 1486Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1388th out of 1486 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 newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 34 / 100 Rank #1664 / 2093Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1664th out of 2093 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
67%
Rank #971 / 1409Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 971st out of 1409 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1409. 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.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
66 / 99
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJuly 26, 2024
CountySan Diego
License Number371881517

Ownership & Operating Entity

Vista Gardens Memory Care is legally operated by Devon Care Llc, and administrated by Caroline Senteno.

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

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsPhotos & Videos, Services & Amenities, Our Philosophy, Meet The Owner, News
Operating HoursMonday – Sunday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

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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 Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

14 points above the California average for assisted living residences (76/100)

Inspection score: 90 out of 100. Letter grade A-. 14 points above the California average for assisted living residences (76/100)

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 2024 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (81% below)
• Complaint visits (100% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)
Latest Inspection May 14, 2026

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 316 This facility has 81% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 81% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better

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

  • July 18, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with all licensing regulations, including infection control and medication storage.
  • July 11, 2024 pre-licensing inspection noted full compliance with physical plant safety, food service, dementia care safety, and emergency preparedness standards.
  • June 18, 2024 pre-licensing evaluation verified administrator’s knowledge of licensing laws and facility operation with no complaints or issues identified.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 280 / 312 / 332 / 395 / 590 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Salt Rank

Administrator

Salt Rank is the community administrator and owner of Bayshire Senior Communities, bringing a heartfelt approach to senior care. After transitioning from a financial career in 2006, Salt committed to building caregiving teams focused on genuine compassion and exceptional service. His leadership emphasizes people-first care, world-class training, and a supportive culture that makes communities feel like home.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Vista Gardens Memory Care

Vista Gardens Memory Care 1 Bed
Vista Gardens Memory Care Semi Private
Vista Gardens Memory Care Private
Vista Gardens Memory Care Semi Private 2
Vista Gardens Memory Care Private With Kitchenette

Places of interest near Vista Gardens Memory Care

Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Vista's city center to Vista Gardens Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.8 miles to nearest hospital (Tri-City Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Vista Gardens Memory Care is located in Vista, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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.
CA

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)

Compare Assisted Living around Vista

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

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Rancho Vista 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.

Vista
172
Facility 172
CA AVG 103
Rank #251 / 1658
Yes
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 57
Rank #856 / 2093
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 / 1486
40.7%
Facility 40.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1218 / 1249
A+Pacifica East Lake LLC; Vista Mgr LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vista Gardens Memory Care
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.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Vista
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #727 / 1658
No
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 57
Rank #1664 / 2093
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 #1388 / 1486
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #865 / 1249
-Devon Care LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Alta Vista 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.

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.

Vista
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 103
Rank #786 / 1658
Yes
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 57
Rank #1506 / 2093
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 / 1486
84.7%
Facility 84.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #378 / 1249
A+Pacifica Regency Palms LLC; Alta Vista Mgr LLCAlcove / Studio / 1 Bed
Shadowridge 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.

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.

Vista
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 103
Rank #1133 / 1658
Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 57
Rank #889 / 2093
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 / 1486
94.1%
Facility 94.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #188 / 1249
A+Sycamore Care LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
King‘s Care Assisted Living LLC
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.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Vista (Hannalei Hills)
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 103
Rank #1298 / 1658
Yes
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 57
Rank #1840 / 2093
-
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 75.9%
Rank #570 / 1249
-Vista Senior Living II LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Frequently Asked Questions about Vista Gardens Memory Care

What languages are spoken at Vista Gardens Memory Care?

The team at Vista Gardens Memory Care speaks ["english"].

Who is the owner of Vista Gardens Memory Care?

The legal owner and operator of Vista Gardens Memory Care is Devon Care Llc.

Is Vista Gardens Memory Care in a walkable area?

Vista Gardens Memory Care has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Vista Gardens Memory Care?

According to CA state health department records, Vista Gardens Memory Care's license number is 371881517.

What is the occupancy rate at Vista Gardens Memory Care?

Vista Gardens Memory Care's occupancy is 67%.

Who is the administrator of Vista Gardens Memory Care?

Caroline Senteno is the administrator of Vista Gardens Memory Care.

How many beds does Vista Gardens Memory Care have?

Vista Gardens Memory Care has 99 beds.

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