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Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
White Sands La Jolla
La Jolla, CaliforniaState inspected Aug 10, 2026, 2 citations since 2022
About White Sands La Jolla
White Sands La Jolla brings personalized assisted living to California's coastal community, where residents receive the support they need while maintaining independence. Our La Jolla team focuses on comfort, dignity, and meaningful daily living.
Community at a glance
Capacity
299 residents
State license
#372000641, Licensed
Location
La Jolla, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
7450 Olivetas Ave, La Jolla, California 92037
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects White Sands La Jolla. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited White Sands La Jolla on August 10, 2026.
Since August 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 3 complaint visits and 3 other visits.
Inspectors issued 2 Type B citations. A Type B citation means a potential risk if not corrected.
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 found 2 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Aug 10, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
2
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 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 Aug 10, 2026, Aug 27, 2025, Aug 21, 2024, Aug 16, 2022.
Complaints
- April 30, 20262 allegations substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 2 citations
- July 20, 20233 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
- 372000641
- License type
- RCFE-Continuing Care Retirement Community
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 299 residents
- Licensed since
- August 30, 1974
- Licensee
- Humangood & Humangood Socal
- Administrator
- Smart, Shelly
Location
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7450 Olivetas AveLa Jolla, CA 92037
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has White Sands La Jolla had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued White Sands La Jolla 0 Type A citations and 2 Type B citations since August 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was White Sands La Jolla last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on August 10, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about White Sands La Jolla?+
The state investigated 2 complaints since August 2022. Of the allegations, 2 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 4 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.