San Diego, CA · Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
Assisted Living Inspection Lookup in San Diego, CA
Verify license status and inspection records for 145 nearby communities before you tour. Regulated by California Community Care Licensing (CCLD).
How to search in San Diego
- On the California portal, search "San Diego" or ZIP 92101
- The San Diego metro has approximately 145 licensed communities — compare at least 3
- Filter or search near La Jolla if proximity to family matters
- Filter or search near Del Mar if proximity to family matters
- Filter or search near Carlsbad if proximity to family matters
- Search CCLD Care Facility Search by name or address
- Review Type A citations (most serious)
Popular areas to search near
- La Jolla
- Del Mar
- Carlsbad
- Encinitas
- Coronado
- • Facility won't provide recent state survey or inspection results
- • High administrator or director turnover (ask how long current director has been there)
- • Staff unable to answer basic questions about dementia care or medication policies
- • Strong chemical odor, unclean common areas, or residents appearing unattended during tour
- • Pressure to sign contract before touring or before care assessment
FAQs — San Diego
How do I look up assisted living inspections in San Diego, CA?▾
Use the California Community Care Licensing (CCLD) official portal. Search by "San Diego" or ZIP code 92101, then review survey citations, complaint investigations, and current license status for each community you're considering.
How many assisted living facilities are in San Diego?▾
The San Diego metro area has approximately 145 licensed Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) communities. Always verify the specific facility's license and latest survey — counts change as facilities open and close.
Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in San Diego?▾
Some CA Medicaid waiver programs may cover care services (not always room and board) in participating facilities. Use our free California Medicaid checker for a preliminary screening.