I appreciated the warm, caring staff, lively activities and nice grounds - my loved one felt safe and engaged. But staffing and management were inconsistent: long call-button waits, missed meds/showers, slow maintenance and cleanliness problems cropped up. Dining was frequently bland or short on staples, and memory-care quality varied. It's a friendly, activity-filled community with good value potential, but I wouldn't recommend it until staffing, food service and upkeep improve.
Las Villas Del Norte sits at 1325 Las Villas Way over in Escondido, California, and has been in operation since May 2020 under license number 374604294, serving up to 198 residents with different levels of care. The place accepts residents who qualify for SSI and Financial Assistance, and it's got a licensed nurse on staff, which gives some peace of mind about health concerns. Folks living here might enjoy having a range of services all in one place, since the community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care for adults with dementia, skilled nursing for people needing more medical help, and respite care options for shorter stays. Active Adult/55+ and Continuing Care Retirement Communities are among the unique names used for their care levels, showing they cover just about every stage of senior living and can support clients of the San Diego Regional Center.
There's a lot to see inside and outside, as the campus has a library, a dining hall with meals prepared by a new chef, a garden, and a courtyard; the front building view and entrance make for a welcoming spot, and the courtyard area gives residents places to get outside or socialize. Apartments come in different floor plans, such as studios, one bedrooms, private suites, and deluxe suites, and independent living apartments are noted to be large and nicely updated. The management team, led by Jolene Farish, keeps the small-town, friendly feel, trying to make the community secure and familiar, with privacy and safety measures in place throughout the site.
Las Villas Del Norte gets a 3.7 rating from 49 reviews, so experiences seem to vary but folks mention caring staff and a focus on comfort as residents age. The community is managed by Integral Senior Living Management, LLC, and has close ties to healthcare providers, along with an on-site health care center and mobile doctor services, plus daily support for activities like bathing, medication, and personal care for those who need extra help. There's Vibrant Life programming, Elevate Dining, and events designed to keep life interesting and suit different interests, and the social and activity programs are open to resident requests, with family support and education part of their resources. The place tries to provide a safe, clean, and welcoming environment with easy access to help as residents' needs change, offering options to move between care types as needed and covering all the basic comforts seniors often look for in a community as they get older.
People often ask...
Las Villas Del Norte offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,500 per month.
Las Villas Del Norte offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.
There are 50 photos of Las Villas Del Norte on Mirador.
Yes, Las Villas Del Norte allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.
The full address for this community is 1325 Las Villas Way, Escondido, CA, 92026.
Yes, Las Villas Del Norte offers respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
State of California Inspection Reports
71
Inspections
9
Type A Citations
10
Type B Citations
5
Years of reports
30 May 2025
30 May 2025
Found no deficiencies cited during an unannounced annual visit. Noted three buildings for independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with clear passageways, secured medications and cleaning supplies, a gated pool, and safety upgrades such as protective covers on memory care fire alarm pull stations and a courtyard gate alarm.
§ 9058
16 Apr 2025
16 Apr 2025
Investigated an incident in which a resident eloped after a fire alarm was pulled; staff conducted a headcount, located the resident about a mile away, and returned them with no injuries after evaluation. Noted a history of elopement and a prior elopement earlier in the month, with four caregivers on duty at the time.
§ 9058
§ 87705(e)(5)
03 Apr 2025
03 Apr 2025
Found that on 3/30/2025 a resident pulled a fire alarm, which unlocked all exit doors; the courtyard gate, which requires a key and was locked at the time, was later found unsecured. A resident eloped through the courtyard and was returned by law enforcement later that evening, with no injuries observed.
§ 9058
§ 87705(e)(5)
10 Jan 2025
10 Jan 2025
Investigated the allegation of unsanitary food practices and servers not washing their hands on 1/2/2025; observed gloves worn during service, proper storage of foods, and safe refrigerator/freezer temperatures with no issues noted in the memory care area. Found no preponderance of evidence to prove the allegation; the finding was unsubstantiated.
12 Dec 2024
12 Dec 2024
Found ants on a resident and on their bedding in the memory care unit in July 2021, indicating unsafe and unhealthy living conditions. Found that the two other allegations—that staff did not follow cleaning and sanitation protocols when changing bedding, and that a licensee representative spoke inappropriately about death to a reporter—were not supported by the evidence.
§ 87468.1(a)(2)
19 Sept 2023
19 Sept 2023
Investigated allegations that a resident was severely neglected, unsupervised, and that the environment was unsafe and unsanitary. Found evidence including a resident observed in the hallway with dried feces and a former roommate’s mattress stored in the bathroom and later found soiled; staff reported checks about every 30 minutes and that the resident could feed themselves, though some weight loss occurred over time, with the responsible party expressing satisfaction with care.
21 Oct 2024
21 Oct 2024
Found residents reported long meal wait times, with some waiting over an hour, though dining observation showed a resident was served lunch six minutes after ordering. Interviews indicated residents and staff generally did not report yelling or rude behavior by staff; one staff member recalled a yelling incident but could not identify the resident, and there was a lack of preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations.
20 Sept 2024
20 Sept 2024
Found no health or safety concerns after a walk-through with the administrator and resident care director. Observed residents relaxing in rooms and common areas, with functioning utilities, adequate staffing, and sufficient food supply.
20 Sept 2024
20 Sept 2024
Found no health or safety concerns during the visit.
20 Aug 2024
20 Aug 2024
Identified a housekeeping staffing shortage affecting the Memory Care Unit, with cleaning not performed during a documented shift. Found insufficient evidence to support the allegation that residents became ill from food left out.
20 Aug 2024
20 Aug 2024
Confirmed lack of cleanliness in resident bedrooms and bathrooms, with feces observed in multiple areas. Allegation of residents getting sick from food left out could not be substantiated.
§ 87468.1(a)(2)
15 Jul 2024
15 Jul 2024
Found that the hot water and cleanliness allegations were unfounded.
15 Jul 2024
15 Jul 2024
Confirmed allegations regarding lack of hot water and cleanliness/sanitization were found to be unfounded after interviews, observations, and record reviews were conducted.
14 Jun 2024
14 Jun 2024
Found no health or safety concerns after follow-up on prior concerns; residents were relaxing in rooms and common areas, utilities were functioning, and food supply and staffing appeared adequate.
14 Jun 2024
14 Jun 2024
Conducted unannounced case management visit to address concerns identified in previous meeting. No health or safety concerns observed during walkthrough of the facility.
§ 87470(a)(2)
22 Apr 2024
22 Apr 2024
Found three staff did not have the required 12 hours of dementia care training, with six hours overdue before working independently and the remaining six overdue within four weeks; a citation will be issued.
22 Apr 2024
22 Apr 2024
Identified deficiencies in staff training records for dementia care.
12 Apr 2024
12 Apr 2024
Found no deficiencies after an unannounced annual inspection on 4/12/2024, noting secure medications, proper food storage, functioning safety systems, and clean, accessible spaces across three buildings. Hospice services were in place with a waiver and several residents were receiving hospice care, while residents reported satisfaction with meals and activities.
12 Apr 2024
12 Apr 2024
Identified no health and safety concerns during the inspection.
01 Dec 2023
01 Dec 2023
Found there was an adequate food supply and residents were provided fluids. Interviews, observations, and records supported that no dehydration occurred, concluding the food-supply allegation and the dehydration allegation were unfounded.
04 Jan 2024
04 Jan 2024
Found that the allegation that staff overcharged a resident for care was valid. A clerical error caused a $3,400 overcharge during the resident’s absence from April 17 to July 7, 2023, when a pro-rated credit should have been applied per the admission agreement.
03 Aug 2023
03 Aug 2023
Investigated the allegation that staff are not providing resident with a refund. Found the resident was entitled to a pro-rated credit for absences, a refund was issued to the resident but delayed due to the person handling finances; there was no evidence of intentional withholding.
04 Jan 2024
04 Jan 2024
Confirmed allegations of overcharging a resident for care during their absence were substantiated during the visit.
29 Dec 2023
29 Dec 2023
Found no health or safety issues and no deficiencies observed; rooms had the required furnishings, there was sufficient staff supervision, residents were engaged, and meals and medications were being provided. Found bathing is provided by four caregivers, one nurse, and two med techs on the assisted side, with some residents receiving help about twice weekly and others allowed to refuse baths, with refusals logged.
29 Dec 2023
29 Dec 2023
Confirmed no health or safety issues at the facility during the visit. Staff were observed engaging residents in activities, distributing medications, and ensuring rooms had required furnishings.
01 Dec 2023
01 Dec 2023
Investigated allegations of food supply inadequacy and lack of fluids resulting in dehydration, found the claims unsupported due to sufficient food and fluids provided.
§ 1569.626(a)(1)
05 Oct 2023
05 Oct 2023
Conducted an unannounced collateral visit, interviewed residents to aid an investigation at another licensed care site, and found no deficiencies.
05 Oct 2023
05 Oct 2023
Conducted an unannounced visit to gather information for an investigation at another care home. No issues observed or cited during the visit.
§ 87507(f)
03 Aug 2023
03 Aug 2023
Confirmed that a resident did not receive a refund for overcharged care fees, but was entitled to a pro-rated credit as per their agreement. The facility eventually issued a refund and provided additional credit for any inconvenience caused.
23 May 2023
23 May 2023
Investigated two allegations: that a resident was pushed from a wheelchair resulting in a shoulder fracture, and that staff neglect after a fall caused a hip fracture; found insufficient evidence to prove either event or neglect, noting the resident could transfer independently at times, staff responded promptly to incidents, and a hospice clinician stated there was no neglect.
23 May 2023
23 May 2023
Found allegations of resident being pushed out of wheelchair and sustaining a shoulder fracture and neglect resulting in resident falling and sustaining a hip fracture to be unsubstantiated based on lack of evidence.
16 Feb 2023
16 Feb 2023
Identified a personal rights violation in which two residents had about four months of mail waiting at the site and not provided to them or their responsible parties, despite staff saying mail should be given to the responsible party during visits by front desk staff.
16 Feb 2023
16 Feb 2023
Confirmed mail accumulation for two residents and failure to provide mail to them or their responsible party. Regulations were cited.
24 Jan 2023
24 Jan 2023
Investigated three specific allegations: staff did not properly supervise residents; staff did not assist a resident with a CPAP device; and staff did not safeguard a resident’s personal belongings. Found no preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations, noting that residents could move about, CPAP assistance was provided but could not prevent removal, and a lost key led to the room not being locked.
25 Jan 2023
25 Jan 2023
Identified that on May 14, 2022, a resident’s call button was activated six times, with staff responses of about 35 minutes and 39 minutes. Found insufficient evidence to prove the resident sustained falls due to lack of supervision, that the bathroom door or clothing-change issues violated safety standards, or that medication dispensing deviated from the prescription, with alprazolam doses provided within prescribed limits.
§ 87468(a)
25 Jan 2023
25 Jan 2023
Identified a change in condition after multiple falls in a short period and failure to address it or conduct a reassessment for fall precautions.
25 Jan 2023
25 Jan 2023
Confirmed allegations of staff not responding promptly to resident call button, but found no evidence of improper medication dispensing or failure to assist resident with changing clothes.
24 Jan 2023
24 Jan 2023
Investigated allegations included inadequate supervision of residents, a lack of assistance with a CPAP machine, and failure to safeguard a resident's belongings; however, insufficient evidence was found to confirm or deny these claims.
§ 87468.1(a)(15)
06 Jan 2023
06 Jan 2023
Found that the allegations of insufficient staffing, insufficient supplies, and inadequate food service were unsubstantiated.
06 Jan 2023
06 Jan 2023
Found that staff did not respond to the resident's call for assistance in a timely manner, with delays up to over an hour, did not provide an ADA-compatible room, and did not meet the resident's hygiene needs.
06 Jan 2023
06 Jan 2023
Confirmed insufficient staffing was alleged, but interviews with residents and staff found that staffing levels were adequate. Allegations of lack of supplies and expired food were also unsubstantiated based on interviews and observations.
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16 Nov 2022
16 Nov 2022
Found that a staff member physically abused a resident, based on interviews with residents and staff and on observed rough handling of residents.
16 Nov 2022
16 Nov 2022
Confirmed physical abuse allegations involving residents and staff at the facility.
§ 87468(a)
27 Oct 2022
27 Oct 2022
Investigated allegations that a resident’s bathroom was not kept clean, staff did not meet the resident’s needs (including not providing regular showers), staff did not assist with wearing hearing aids, and personal belongings were not safeguarded. Found insufficient evidence to determine whether these concerns occurred.
27 Oct 2022
27 Oct 2022
Confirmed staff did not maintain a clean bathroom for a resident and did not meet their personal needs but did not find evidence that staff did not safeguard the resident's personal property or assist with hearing aids.
12 Jul 2022
12 Jul 2022
Found that the allegation that the refrigerator was not maintained in working condition was unfounded. Perishable foods were relocated to other refrigerators, and no changes to the menu occurred.
12 Jul 2022
12 Jul 2022
Investigated the allegation that a refrigerator was not working for weeks and food was spoiled; determined the allegation was unfounded since alternative refrigeration arrangements were made.
§ 87303(a)(1)
29 Jun 2022
29 Jun 2022
Found that a stranger gained entry and sexually assaulted three residents on December 3, 2021, due to lapses in supervision and security. Interviews and police records corroborated the accounts.
§ 87468.2(a)(8)
29 Jun 2022
29 Jun 2022
Confirmed allegations of sexual abuse by a stranger at the facility. Identified the suspected abuser and documented instances of inappropriate behavior and lack of security measures.
24 May 2022
24 May 2022
Investigated a self-reported incident involving a resident who sustained a skin tear on the left forearm, appeared weak and unable to sit up unassisted, with low oxygen saturation that prompted emergency medical services. Two staff were interviewed and relevant records reviewed; no deficiencies were cited, and an exit interview was conducted.
24 May 2022
24 May 2022
Found infection control measures in place, including PPE, hand hygiene supplies, a designated infection control lead, staff training, and procedures for COVID-19 testing, isolation, and monitoring residents; no deficiencies observed.
24 May 2022
24 May 2022
Reviewed incident involving a resident with a skin tear and weakness, found no deficiencies during the visit.
29 Apr 2022
29 Apr 2022
Found that on 4/24/22 a resident fell in their private room and did not receive timely assistance, with pendant alarms unanswered, 911 contacted by non-staff, and after-hours staff occupied, delaying help until responders arrived.
§ 87468.2(a)(4)
29 Apr 2022
29 Apr 2022
Confirmed that staff did not assist resident from fall in a timely manner.
§ 87468.1(a)(3)
22 Mar 2022
22 Mar 2022
Found a delay in medical evaluation for the resident after the 07/14/21 observation of weakness, with hospital arrival around 2:20 pm on 07/15/21 following a 911 activation. Found no clear evidence that staff failed to answer or return phone calls due to staffing; schedules showed adequate coverage and on-call nursing support.
22 Mar 2022
22 Mar 2022
Confirmed lack of timely medical treatment for a resident and unsubstantiated claims of inadequate staffing for phone calls.
29 Sept 2021
29 Sept 2021
Identified an incident where a resident left unattended on 09/17/21 and was returned by staff, with the incident self-reported on 09/21/21. After a health and safety check, brief conversations with staff, and an interview with the executive director, no health or safety risks were observed and no deficiencies were cited.
29 Sept 2021
29 Sept 2021
Investigated the self-reported death of a resident, conducted a health and safety check, and reviewed the resident's file, noting that further review was needed; no deficiencies were cited and an exit interview with the executive director was conducted.
29 Sept 2021
29 Sept 2021
Reviewed resident records and conducted health and safety checks resulted in no deficiencies found during the visit.
§ 87465(g)
21 May 2021
21 May 2021
Found infection-control measures aligned with the plan, including universal entry screening, visitor sign-in, hygiene and distancing signage, PPE availability, and a designated visitation area; no deficiencies were observed.
21 May 2021
21 May 2021
Confirmed compliance with COVID-19 infection control measures during an annual inspection.
15 Apr 2021
15 Apr 2021
Found the allegation that a resident was sexually abused while in care not supported by evidence, due to the resident's confusion and health issues, lack of witnesses or physical proof, and inconsistencies in statements.
15 Apr 2021
15 Apr 2021
Reviewed allegations of a resident being sexually abused by staff; determined allegations were unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence and inconsistencies in the resident's account, compounded by the resident's medical conditions affecting their perception and memory.
10 Feb 2021
10 Feb 2021
Changed capacity from 236 to 198 for 198 elderly residents (112 non-ambulatory, 86 bedridden). No health or safety concerns were found, with clear passageways, hot water at 106.6–109.2°F, ambient 77°F, detectors in place, clean rooms, and locked medications; floor plan matched the current layout, and final approval will be issued.
10 Feb 2021
10 Feb 2021
Confirmed no immediate health and safety concerns during the inspection.
20 Jan 2021
20 Jan 2021
Investigated allegations of pressure injuries, aggressive handling causing bruising, unmet incontinence needs, and inaccessibility of a call button. Found no conclusive evidence to support these claims.
15 Dec 2020
15 Dec 2020
Investigated a follow-up on an incident report from 11/24/2020, interviewed the administrator, and reviewed resident and staff records, with no deficiencies identified.
15 Dec 2020
15 Dec 2020
Identified an Incident Report and conducted interviews with the Administrator. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.
20 Apr 2020
20 Apr 2020
Found no violations during inspection of the facility; everything was in compliance with regulations.
30 Mar 2020
30 Mar 2020
Confirmed understanding of Title 22 regulations during COMP II.
15 Jan 2020
15 Jan 2020
Confirmed that an allegation regarding a violation of a resident's privacy was unfounded after interviews and record reviews were conducted.
