4518 54th Street
San Diego, CA 92115
150 beds • Est. 2015 (10 years) • Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW) • Get directions
3 minor state citations and 3 verified complaints since 2021 across 36 inspections, with no serious citations issued. In November 2023, an investigation substantiated a regulatory deficiency and a correction plan was jointly developed with administrator Linda Cho. A 2021 complaint was opened after a resident sustained a hip fracture following an alleged incident with a cognitively impaired peer found in the resident's room; investigators found insufficient corroborating evidence and closed it unsubstantiated. A separate 2021 complaint involving unexplained bruising on a resident with limited mobility was also investigated and not substantiated, with medical records indicating the bruising was consistent with blood thinner use. In late 2025, 2 complaints alleging improper insulin handling and failure to follow medication protocols were investigated; records review and staff interviews confirmed procedures were followed and both were found unsubstantiated. Outside advocate agencies interviewed during inspections reported no concerns and described the facility as generally well managed.
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 is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
4518 54th Street, San Diego, CA 92115
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