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White Sands La Jolla

7450 Olivetas Ave

La Jolla, CA 92037

299 beds • Est. 1974 (51 years)


FYI Safety Score

9.9 Excellent

A clean record — no citations or complaints across 7 state inspections. Last inspected in March 2026.


Why we like it

White Sands La Jolla is a 299-bed continuing care retirement community in La Jolla. The facility provides independent living services.

The community has been licensed for over 51 years and operates as a non-profit.

  • Full continuum of care

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

  • Established community

    Licensed for 51 years with a long track record of operation.

  • Non-profit organization

    Operates as a non-profit, meaning revenue goes back into resident care and community improvements.

  • Active lifestyle programs

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

  • Clean inspection record

    No Type A citations or substantiated complaints on file with the state.

  • Large-scale community

    With 299 beds, this is a large community — may feel more institutional than home-like.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Studio$4,692–$10,269/mo
1 Bedroom$8,393–$10,452/mo
2 Bedroom$8,789–$11,446/mo

Memory Care

Private Room$10,453/mo
Shared Room$13,950/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

7450 Olivetas Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

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Amenities & Services

Fitness Center
Beauty Salon

Frequently asked questions

How safe is White Sands La Jolla?
White Sands La Jolla has a FYI Safety Score of 9.9 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 0 state citations and 0 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 7 inspections.
How much does White Sands La Jolla cost?
White Sands La Jolla starts at $4,692 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does White Sands La Jolla offer memory care?
White Sands La Jolla does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does White Sands La Jolla accept Medi-Cal?
White Sands La Jolla is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was White Sands La Jolla last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to White Sands La Jolla was on 2026-03-04. The facility has received 7 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does White Sands La Jolla have?
White Sands La Jolla has 0 state citations and 0 verified complaints since 2021 across 7 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 9.9 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has White Sands La Jolla been in operation?
White Sands La Jolla has been licensed for 51 years in La Jolla, California, with a licensed capacity of 299 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
372000641
Size
299 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
August 30, 1974 (51 years)
Licensee
Humangood & Humangood Socal
Administrator
Smart, Shelly
Phone
(858) 454-4201
Address
7450 Olivetas Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

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


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