El Norte Homecare
The state lists 4 state inspections, 3 complaint visits, 6 citations, 2 substantiated allegations; last visit 2026-05-01. Listing last updated 2026-11-07.
Public record summary
About this facility — El Norte Homecare
El Norte Homecare is a licensed assisted living community in Escondido, California. It is licensed for 7 beds — above the median for assisted living communities in California (6 beds).
It is one of 109 senior care facilities in Escondido and 8,982 assisted living communities across California. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.
This listing draws on the federal NPI registry (NPPES), and was last updated on November 7, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.
Facility background
State inspection record
The state lists 4 state inspections, 3 complaint visits, 6 citations, 2 substantiated allegations. 1 is Type A. License status: Licensed.
License notes from the state: FACILITY SERVES SEVEN (7) ELDERLY RESIDENTS; AGES 60 AND ABOVE, ALL WHOM MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY.
Complaints (2)
| State visit | Allegation outcomes | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2022 | 2 substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated | 2 Type B |
| 09/26/2022 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
Inspections (4)
| Date |
|---|
| 01/23/2026 |
| 01/24/2025 |
| 01/25/2024 |
| 02/14/2022 |
Source: California Community Care Licensing, facility 374602775, read 2026-11-07. Type A citations involve immediate risk to residents; Type B citations could become one. Substantiated means the state found the allegation valid. See the state's record.
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Who to contact in California
- Licensing: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, Adult and Senior Care Program · Look up a license
- File a complaint: 844-538-8766 · Online
- Long-Term Care Ombudsman: 800-231-4024. A free advocate for residents and families.
- Adult Protective Services: 833-401-0832. Some states send facility cases to licensing instead. In an emergency, call 911.
- Eldercare Locator: 800-677-1116, a federal service for local aging help.
Nearest emergency hospitals
- Palomar Health Downtown Campus, about 1.8 miles. CMS rating 3 of 5.
- Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Marcos, about 6.2 miles. CMS rating 4 of 5.
- Palomar Medical Center Poway, about 11 miles. CMS rating 4 of 5.
Nearby facilities with inspection records
- Eagles Nest Eldercare Homes, Escondido, about 0.1 miles. 5 state visits on record.
- Eagles Nest Retirement Ranch Iv, Escondido, about 0.2 miles. 4 state visits on record.
- Eagles Nest Eldercare Homes Ii, Escondido, about 0.2 miles. 4 state visits on record.
- Kelly's Greenway Villa, Escondido, about 0.2 miles. 6 state visits on record.
- Eagles Nest Retirement Ranch, Escondido, about 0.3 miles. 6 state visits on record.