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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

9.0 Good

Despite 1 recent citation, 3 substantiated complaints across 36 inspections — an excellent track record overall. Last inspected in November 2025.

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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

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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

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
374603625
Capacity
150 beds
Size
Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since
July 13, 2015 (10 years)
Licensee
Stellar Care, Inc.
Administrator
Brandon Cho
ALW Participant
Yes — accepts Assisted Living Waiver (Medi-Cal)
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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