12750 Gateway Park Road
Poway, CA 92064
72 beds • Est. 2023 (3 years) • Get directions
0 serious and 4 minor state citations across 17 state inspections, with 4 substantiated complaints. Last inspected in August 2026.
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Pacifica Senior Living Poway is a 72-bed assisted living community in Poway, a quiet suburb in San Diego's North County inland area. Part of the Pacifica Senior Living chain, the community sits in a family-oriented city known for its excellent schools and safe neighborhoods.
Poway's small-town feel and proximity to San Diego make it a comfortable choice for families seeking a suburban setting.
Strong safety record
Among the cleaner records in the state: 0 serious and 4 minor citations across 17 state inspections, with 4 verified complaints. A record this consistent is one of the clearest signs a home is well-run.
Three hospitals within 10 minutes
Palomar Hospital, Centre for Health Care, and Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute are all within a 10-minute drive — unusually dense medical access for a suburban Poway campus.
Bistro plus full dining hall
The community operates both a bistro and a separate dining hall with an executive chef serving three meals daily, offering more venue variety than a single dining room setup.
Cats and dogs both allowed
The facility explicitly welcomes both cats and dogs on campus — not just one species, and stated as a formal policy rather than case-by-case.
Respite care available
Short-term respite stays are offered alongside standard assisted living, giving families a lower-commitment way to trial the community before a permanent move.
Assisted living only — no memory care
Licensed care types cover assisted living but not memory care. Families managing dementia or significant cognitive decline should confirm what level of cognitive support the facility can accommodate.
Mixed-tier campus
Independent living, assisted living, and 55+ active adult residents all share the grounds. Ask how assisted living is operationally separated from the independent and active-adult populations day-to-day.
Hillside setting — ask about mobility access
The campus sits atop a hillside off Pomerado Road. Residents with limited mobility should ask about internal transportation, elevator coverage, and grade between buildings.
Est. starting from $5,507/mo
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
12750 Gateway Park Road, Poway, CA 92064
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