Worth Considering
4
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Escondido, California
4 of 7 nursing homes in Escondido (57%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
4 recommended · 2 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
609
across 7 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$18,176 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/7
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 4?
The nursing home market in Escondido, California, is strong, with 57% of the 7 facilities recommended. Families should note that while Meadowbrook Village Christian Retirement Community stands out with top ratings, there is one facility in the avoid tier with significant fines totaling $11,622.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 MEADOWBROOK VILLAGE CHRISTIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY (93) — Meadowbrook Village stands out with a stellar Trust Score of 93/100 and an impressive CMS 5★ rating. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 19 residents without any federal fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 VALLE VISTA POST ACUTE (88) — Valle Vista Post Acute is a top-tier choice with a CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 88/100. With a capacity of 59 beds, this for-profit facility ensures high-quality care with no fines, making it a reliable option for families.
- 3 OCEAN VIEW POST ACUTE (80) — Ocean View Post Acute boasts a commendable CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, ensuring quality care for its 120 beds. This for-profit facility maintains a fine-free record, delivering dependable services to its residents.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 4 PALOMAR VISTA HEALTHCARE CENTER (70) — Palomar Vista Healthcare Center offers a respectable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. With 74 beds and a fine-free history, this for-profit facility provides a decent level of care, making it a viable option for those seeking nursing services.
The other 3 Escondido facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $18K.
Recommended
Meadowbrook Village stands out with a stellar Trust Score of 93/100 and an impressive CMS 5★ rating. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 19 residents without any federal fines.
Valle Vista Post Acute is a top-tier choice with a CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 88/100. With a capacity of 59 beds, this for-profit facility ensures high-quality care with no fines, making it a reliable option for families.
Ocean View Post Acute boasts a commendable CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, ensuring quality care for its 120 beds. This for-profit facility maintains a fine-free record, delivering dependable services to its residents.
Palomar Vista Healthcare Center offers a respectable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. With 74 beds and a fine-free history, this for-profit facility provides a decent level of care, making it a viable option for those seeking nursing services.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Escondido Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $18,176
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Escondido Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Escondido's city average is 4.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 7 Escondido facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Escondido avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Escondido facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Escondido, CA are recommended?
4 of 7 nursing homes in Escondido (57%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Escondido "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Escondido?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.