2960 Bernardo Ave
Escondido, CA 92029
10 beds • Est. 2023 (2 years) • Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW) • Get directions
5 state citations (3 serious, 2 minor) and 1 verified complaint since 2023 across 6 inspections. The most serious finding, documented in a 2025 complaint investigation, involved a resident who was hospitalized in July 2024 with maggots between the toes, MRSA, Cellulitis, and arterial ulcers on both feet. Inspectors found the facility had no documented care plan for the resident despite a known history of wounds and infections at admission, and staff were changing wound dressings every 2 to 3 days rather than daily as the physician had instructed. A 2024 unannounced inspection found unauthorized video surveillance with audio recording in resident rooms, which is prohibited under state regulations, and identified 1 staff member not properly associated with the facility's license, resulting in a $500 civil penalty. A separate 2024 annual inspection also found 1 uncleared staff member present on site. The facility changed ownership in 2023 and held its prelicensing inspection that same year.
Villa Bernardo is a 10-bed senior living community in Escondido. The facility offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing.
The community is family-owned and operated.
Full continuum of care
Multiple levels of care available — age in place without needing to move to a different community.
Memory care specialty
Dedicated memory care program for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW)
Participates in the Assisted Living Waiver program, which may help cover costs for eligible residents.
Active lifestyle programs
Offers organized activities, events, and social programs to keep residents engaged.
Dining program
Provides prepared meals and dining services for residents.
Regulatory citation history
Has received 3 Type A citations (serious — these indicate immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights). Ask what corrective actions have been taken.
Newer community
Licensed for only 2 years — less of a track record compared to established facilities.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
2960 Bernardo Ave, Escondido, CA 92029
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