Good Samaritan Retirement Home
State licensed1515 Jamacha Way, El Cajon, CA 92019
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
La Vida Real
El Cajon, CaliforniaState inspected Sep 11, 2026, 16 citations since 2021
About La Vida Real
La Vida Real brings compassionate assisted living to El Cajon, California, where residents receive personalized support with dignity and respect. Our team understands that moving to an assisted living community is a significant transition, and we're committed to making it a positive one for you and your family.
Community at a glance
Capacity
177 residents
State license
#374603565, Licensed
Location
El Cajon, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
11588 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, California 92019
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects La Vida Real. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited La Vida Real on September 11, 2026.
Since December 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 31 complaint visits and 10 other visits.
Inspectors issued 2 Type A citations and 14 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 27 complaints, and found 11 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Sep 11, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
2
Type B citations
14
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 31 | 1 | 10 |
| Other visits | 10 | 1 | 4 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Dec 8, 2025, Dec 27, 2024, Dec 29, 2023, Feb 3, 2023, Dec 2, 2021.
Complaints
- January 21, 20263 unsubstantiated
- January 14, 20261 unsubstantiated
- December 22, 20252 allegations substantiated, 12 unsubstantiated, 2 citations
- December 19, 20252 allegations substantiated, 2 citations
- December 8, 20254 unsubstantiated
- September 5, 20251 allegation substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- September 5, 20252 unsubstantiated
- August 8, 20251 unsubstantiated
- August 8, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- March 7, 20252 unsubstantiated
- March 7, 20252 unsubstantiated
- March 7, 20251 allegation substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
Showing the 12 most recent of 27.
- 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
- 374603565
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 177 residents
- Licensed since
- December 30, 2014
- Licensee
- Lvr Subtenant LLC; Srg Managment LLC
- Administrator
- Garcia, Kimberly
Location
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11588 Via Rancho San DiegoEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Meadow Creek Villa
State licensed11443 Meadow Creek Road, El Cajon, CA 92020
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has La Vida Real had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued La Vida Real 2 Type A citations and 14 Type B citations since December 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 La Vida Real last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on September 11, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about La Vida Real?+
The state investigated 27 complaints since December 2021. Of the allegations, 11 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 55 unsubstantiated and 1 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.