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Escondido Retirement Garden

819 N. Rose Street

Escondido, CA 92027

6 beds • Est. 2023 (3 years)


FYI Safety Score

7.9 Fair

3 minor state citations and 0 verified complaints since 2023 across 4 inspections. The facility is a 6-bed single-story home licensed for residents age 60 and over, with an approved hospice waiver for 3 residents. Annual unannounced inspections in 2024, 2025, and February 2026 consistently found clean, well-maintained physical conditions: passageways free of obstruction, sharps and cleaning agents securely locked and inaccessible to residents, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, hot water within regulatory limits, and fire extinguishers with current inspection tags. The 2025 visit noted active exterior and interior video surveillance and quarterly emergency drills covering power failure and fire scenarios. An infection control plan was confirmed on file as of the most recent February 2026 visit. The 3 minor citations in the record are not detailed in the available inspection narratives. No serious violations have been recorded and no complaints have been filed.


Why we like it

Escondido Retirement Garden is a 6-bed residential care home in Escondido. The facility offers assisted living, memory care, independent living.

  • Full continuum of care

    Multiple levels of care available — age in place without needing to move to a different community.

  • Intimate home setting

    Only 6 beds — a small, personal environment with high staff-to-resident attention.

  • Memory care specialty

    Dedicated memory care program for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia.

  • Active lifestyle programs

    Offers organized activities, events, and social programs to keep residents engaged.

  • Dining program

    Provides prepared meals and dining services for residents.

  • Limited amenities

    As a 6-bed residential home, amenities and activities may be more limited than larger communities.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Shared Room$3,500/mo
Private Room$4,500/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

819 N. Rose Street, Escondido, CA 92027

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Amenities & Services

Memory Care Program
Respite Care
Dining
Activities Program
Beauty Salon
Movie Theater
Garden
Pet Friendly

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Escondido Retirement Garden?
Escondido Retirement Garden has a FYI Safety Score of 7.9 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 3 state citations and 0 verified complaints have been documented since 2023 across 4 inspections.
How much does Escondido Retirement Garden cost?
Escondido Retirement Garden starts at $3,500 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Escondido Retirement Garden offer memory care?
Yes, Escondido Retirement Garden offers Memory Care services. Care types available include: Assisted Living, Memory Care.
Does Escondido Retirement Garden accept Medi-Cal?
Escondido Retirement Garden is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Escondido Retirement Garden last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Escondido Retirement Garden was on 2026-02-25. The facility has received 4 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Escondido Retirement Garden have?
Escondido Retirement Garden has 3 state citations and 0 verified complaints since 2023 across 4 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 7.9 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Escondido Retirement Garden been in operation?
Escondido Retirement Garden has been licensed for 3 years in Escondido, California, with a licensed capacity of 6 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
371881376
Size
6 beds (Small Home (1–6 beds))
Licensed Since
February 16, 2023 (3 years)
Licensee
Williams, Mercelita
Administrator
Williams, Mercelita
Phone
(760) 294-4433
Address
819 N. Rose Street, Escondido, CA 92027

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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