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State licensed1306 Church Avenue, San Martin, CA 95046
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Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
South County Retirement Home
San Martin, CaliforniaState inspected Jun 1, 2026, 18 citations since 2021
About South County Retirement Home
South County Retirement Home brings compassionate assisted living to San Martin, California, where residents receive personalized support with dignity and care. Our team understands that this transition matters, and we're committed to creating an environment where independence and safety go hand in hand.
Community at a glance
Capacity
46 residents
State license
#435294143, Licensed
Location
San Martin, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
460 Church Avenue, San Martin, California 95046
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects South County Retirement Home. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited South County Retirement Home on June 1, 2026.
Since September 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 42 complaint visits and 18 other visits.
Inspectors issued 8 Type A citations and 10 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 24 complaints, and found 15 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Jun 1, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
8
Type B citations
10
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 42 | 7 | 8 |
| Other visits | 18 | 1 | 2 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Dec 18, 2025, Dec 18, 2024, Oct 10, 2023, Dec 14, 2022, Dec 15, 2021.
Complaints
- November 10, 20251 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded
- November 10, 20251 unfounded
- October 7, 20252 unfounded
- July 9, 20251 unfounded
- July 9, 20251 unsubstantiated
- April 30, 20251 unfounded
- November 15, 20242 unfounded
- June 7, 20241 unfounded
- April 26, 20242 unsubstantiated
- October 19, 20234 allegations substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- October 19, 20231 allegation substantiated, 4 citations
- October 10, 20231 unfounded
Showing the 12 most recent of 24.
- 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
- 435294143
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 46 residents
- Licensed since
- December 1, 2005
- Licensee
- South County Retirement Home Inc.
- Administrator
- Apostol, Samuel C.
Location
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460 Church AvenueSan Martin, CA 95046
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has South County Retirement Home had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued South County Retirement Home 8 Type A citations and 10 Type B citations since September 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 South County Retirement Home last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on June 1, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about South County Retirement Home?+
The state investigated 24 complaints since September 2021. Of the allegations, 15 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 25 unsubstantiated and 29 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.