4490 Mesa Dr
Oceanside, CA 92056
200 beds • Est. 2002 (23 years) • Get directions
Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch has 3 state citations (2 serious, 1 minor) and 1 verified complaint since 2021 across 18 inspections. The most recent citation, issued during an August 2025 annual inspection, found the facility was exceeding its licensed limit of 75 non-ambulatory residents, with approximately 85 residents requiring walkers or wheelchairs at the time of the visit. A follow-up inspection in October 2025 found no deficiencies, with the facility observed to be clean, safe, and in good repair. The 1 verified complaint, substantiated in September 2024, found that the facility's menu had not been overseen by a qualified dietitian, nutritionist, or home economist since at least 2018; the facility obtained a dietitian review in August 2024. State investigators also reviewed separate allegations in 2023 related to elevator access during a parts outage and medication assistance for a resident, both of which were found unsubstantiated or unfounded. Annual inspections in 2021 and 2022 found no deficiencies.
Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch is a 200-bed assisted living community in Oceanside, part of the Fairwinds senior living chain. Located in coastal North San Diego County, it's one of the larger communities in the area and benefits from a strong safety record.
The Fairwinds brand is well-established in California senior living.
Excellent safety record
With an FYI Safety Score of 9.0 out of 9.9, Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch has one of the strongest inspection records in the region — a meaningful signal of consistent, well-managed care.
Large community with comprehensive amenities
At 200 beds, this is a full-scale community with the staffing and programming depth that comes with size — think varied dining, activities, and on-site services.
Established chain with operational standards
Fairwinds operates multiple communities across California, bringing standardized training, care protocols, and corporate oversight.
Coastal North County location
Oceanside offers mild weather year-round and a relaxed coastal atmosphere, with easy access to Camp Pendleton, beaches, and San Diego amenities to the south.
Chain community feel
Larger chain-operated communities can feel more institutional than independently run homes. Some families prefer a more intimate, owner-operated setting.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
4490 Mesa Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056
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