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Stellar Care

4518 54th Street

San Diego, CA 92115

150 beds • Est. 2015 (10 years)Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW)


FYI Safety Score

8.6 Good

1 citation in the last 2 years and 2 older across 36 inspections. 3 substantiated complaints on file. Last inspected in November 2025.


Why we like it

Stellar Care is a 150-bed assisted living and memory care community in San Diego, locally owned and family-operated. The community specializes in Alzheimer's and dementia care, with a philosophy centered on treating each resident's care as a privilege.

Stellar Care also offers skilled nursing services, providing multiple levels of care on one campus, and participates in the Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver program.

  • Memory care specialists

    The community's core focus is Alzheimer's and dementia care, with specialized programming and staff trained specifically in memory care approaches.

  • Locally owned and family-operated

    A family-run facility where the operators have a personal stake in the quality of care, often translating to more hands-on, attentive management.

  • Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW)

    Participates in the Assisted Living Waiver program, which can help cover costs for eligible residents who qualify for Medi-Cal.

  • Multiple levels of care

    Offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services, allowing residents to age in place as their care needs evolve.

  • Personalized dining program

    The dining staff prepares three homemade meals daily, with options for dietary restrictions and religious observances.

  • Substantiated complaints on record

    3 of 36 complaint allegations have been substantiated by state investigators. Review the facility's public inspection reports and ask management about corrective steps.


Pricing

Memory Care

Shared Room$4,250/mo
Private Room$5,750/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

4518 54th Street, San Diego, CA 92115

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Emergency Call System
Memory Care Program
Physical Therapy
Dining
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities Program
Beauty Salon
Cable TV

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Stellar Care?
Stellar Care has a FYI Safety Score of 8.6 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 3 state citations and 3 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 36 inspections.
How much does Stellar Care cost?
Stellar Care starts at $4,250 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Stellar Care offer memory care?
Stellar Care does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Stellar Care accept Medi-Cal?
Yes, Stellar Care participates in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program and accepts Medi-Cal.
When was Stellar Care last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Stellar Care was on 2025-11-10. The facility has received 36 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Stellar Care have?
Stellar Care has 3 state citations and 3 verified complaints since 2021 across 36 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 8.6 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Stellar Care been in operation?
Stellar Care has been licensed for 10 years in San Diego, California, with a licensed capacity of 150 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
374603625
Size
150 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
July 13, 2015 (10 years)
Licensee
Stellar Care, Inc.
Administrator
Brandon Cho
Phone
(619) 287-2920
Address
4518 54th Street, San Diego, CA 92115

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


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