Canyon Guest Home
State licensed4224 Emet Court, San Diego, CA 92117
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Canyon Villas
San Diego, CaliforniaState inspected Jul 22, 2026, 6 citations since 2021
About Canyon Villas
Canyon Villas brings personalized assisted living to San Diego's 92117 neighborhood, where experienced caregivers support daily activities while residents maintain meaningful independence. California's sunshine and our attentive staff create a comfortable setting for those needing extra help with life's practical needs.
Community at a glance
Capacity
133 residents
State license
#372004738, Licensed
Location
San Diego, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
4282 Balboa Avenue, San Diego, California 92117
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Canyon Villas. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Canyon Villas on July 22, 2026.
Since October 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 10 complaint visits and 4 other visits.
Inspectors issued 1 Type A citation and 5 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 9 complaints, and found 6 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Jul 22, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
1
Type B citations
5
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 10 | 1 | 4 |
| Other visits | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Dec 15, 2025, Jan 2, 2025, Dec 20, 2023, Dec 15, 2021.
Complaints
- July 22, 20261 unsubstantiated
- May 22, 20261 allegation substantiated
- March 20, 20252 allegations substantiated, 3 unsubstantiated, 2 citations
- February 26, 20254 unsubstantiated
- January 10, 20251 unsubstantiated
- March 29, 20241 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- August 29, 20233 unsubstantiated
- February 24, 20231 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- October 13, 20211 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 372004738
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 133 residents
- Licensed since
- December 5, 1993
- Licensee
- San Diego Christian Foundation; Mallard Senior Liv
- Administrator
- Boller, Vonda
Location
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4282 Balboa AvenueSan Diego, CA 92117
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Canyon Villas had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Canyon Villas 1 Type A citation and 5 Type B citations since October 2021. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Canyon Villas last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on July 22, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Canyon Villas?+
The state investigated 9 complaints since October 2021. Of the allegations, 6 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 12 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.