La Vida Real
State licensed11588 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA 92019
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Good Samaritan Retirement Home
El Cajon, CaliforniaState inspected Aug 5, 2026, no citations since 2022
About Good Samaritan Retirement Home
Good Samaritan Retirement Home brings compassionate assisted living to El Cajon, California, where experienced caregivers support daily living needs while preserving independence. Our team understands that each resident's story matters, and we're committed to thoughtful, personalized care that helps seniors thrive.
Community at a glance
Capacity
110 residents
State license
#374600950, Licensed
Location
El Cajon, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
1515 Jamacha Way, El Cajon, California 92019
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Good Samaritan Retirement Home. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Good Samaritan Retirement Home on August 5, 2026.
Since July 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 2 complaint visits and 3 other visits.
Those visits produced no citations.
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 2 complaints, and substantiated none of the allegations.
Last visit
Aug 5, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
0
Visits and citations
No citations in the state's record for Good Samaritan Retirement Home.
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Other visits | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jul 2, 2026, Jul 10, 2025, Jul 19, 2024, Jul 19, 2022.
Complaints
- September 11, 20231 unsubstantiated
- April 12, 20232 unsubstantiated
- 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
- 374600950
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 110 residents
- Licensed since
- July 17, 2000
- Licensee
- Chaldean Sisters, Daughters of Mary Immaculate C.
- Administrator
- Susan Sorensen
Location
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1515 Jamacha WayEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Good Samaritan Retirement Home had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued no citations to Good Samaritan Retirement Home since July 2022.
When was Good Samaritan Retirement Home last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on August 5, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Good Samaritan Retirement Home?+
The state investigated 2 complaints since July 2022. Of the allegations, 0 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 3 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.