Since 2022, state inspectors have cited Casa De Flores 1 time (1 serious) and confirmed 1 complaint across 13 inspections. In May 2022, investigators substantiated that a registered sex offender was residing at or had contact with the home in a way that put residents at risk; the home was fined and issued a serious citation. In late 2023, a resident was found deceased in what the facility reported as a suspected suicide; inspectors reviewed care records and documentation and found no evidence of neglect or failure of supervision by the home. Annual inspections throughout this period have found the home clean, safe, and in good repair, with no citations issued. Several other complaints were looked into over the years and were not supported by the evidence.
From ~5 years of state inspection records, as of October 2026. How the score works · Report a data error
Casa De Flores is a 120-bed assisted living community in Morro Bay, a charming coastal town in San Luis Obispo County famous for the iconic Morro Rock. The combination of a strong safety record and one of California's most pleasant climates makes this a compelling option for families on the Central Coast.
Strong safety record
Among the cleaner records in the state: 1 serious and 0 minor citations across 13 state inspections, with 1 verified complaint. A record this consistent is one of the clearest signs a home is well-run.
Adjacent skilled nursing on the same campus
Bayside Care Center, described on the facility's own site as a five-star skilled nursing and acute rehab center, sits next door. Care escalation stays on campus rather than requiring a full facility change.
Respite stays available at every care level
Short-term stays offered for post-surgery recovery or caregiver vacation, at any tier from independent to full personal care including continence assistance.
Coastal Morro Bay setting
Courtyards and patios with ocean breezes, flowering plants, and songbirds — one of few assisted living options situated directly in this coastal town.
Memory care program scope worth probing
US News lists a 31–50 unit memory care wing, but independent reviews describe the community as better suited to independent-to-assisted residents. Ask specifically about secured areas, dementia-trained staffing ratios, and daily program structure.
Care escalation means relocating to a different building
On-site assisted living tops out at Personal Care Plus. Residents who need skilled nursing will move to Bayside Care Center next door — a shorter transition than most, but a unit change nonetheless.
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1405 Teresa Drive, Morro Bay, CA 93442
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