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State licensedAssisted Living
Villa Bernardo
Escondido, CaliforniaState inspected Jun 18, 2026, 5 citations since 2023
About Villa Bernardo
Villa Bernardo brings personalized assisted living to Escondido, California, where residents receive attentive support while maintaining independence. Our compassionate team helps with daily activities, health monitoring, and social engagement, allowing your loved one to thrive in a caring community.
Community at a glance
Capacity
10 residents
State license
#371881418, Licensed
Location
Escondido, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
2960 Bernardo Ave, Escondido, California 92029
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Villa Bernardo. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Villa Bernardo on June 18, 2026.
Since June 2023, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 2 routine inspections, 3 complaint visits and 3 other visits.
Inspectors issued 3 Type A citations and 2 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 3 complaints, and found 1 allegation substantiated.
Last visit
Jun 18, 2026
Routine inspections
2
Type A citations
3
Type B citations
2
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Other visits | 3 | 2 | 2 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jun 18, 2026, Jun 17, 2024.
Complaints
- February 10, 20261 unfounded
- January 8, 20261 unsubstantiated
- September 25, 20251 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
- 371881418
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed/Pending Increase
- Licensed capacity
- 10 residents
- Licensed since
- June 21, 2023
- Licensee
- Villa Bernardo Opco LLC
- Administrator
- Lynn Drummond
Location
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2960 Bernardo AveEscondido, CA 92029
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Villa Bernardo had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Villa Bernardo 3 Type A citations and 2 Type B citations since June 2023. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Villa Bernardo last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on June 18, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Villa Bernardo?+
The state investigated 3 complaints since June 2023. Of the allegations, 1 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 1 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.