Lantern Crest
The state lists 4 state inspections, 8 complaint visits, 1 citation, 0 substantiated allegations; last visit 2026-10-01. Listing last updated 2026-11-06.
Public record summary
About this facility — Lantern Crest
Lantern Crest is a licensed assisted living community in Santee, California. It is licensed for 100 beds — well above the median for assisted living communities in California (6 beds).
It is one of 13 senior care facilities in Santee 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 state and federal public records, and was last updated on November 6, 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, 8 complaint visits, 1 citation, 0 substantiated allegations. License status: Licensed.
License notes from the state: THE FACILITY SERVES 180 ELDERLY RESIDENTS; AGES 60 AND ABOVE; 90 OF WHOM MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY; APPROVED FOR 20 BEDRIDDEN RESIDENTS TO BE HOUSED ON THE FIRST FLOOR; DELAYED EGRESS APPROVED FOR 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR ; HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR 20 RESIDENTS.
Complaints (8)
| State visit | Allegation outcomes | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 08/20/2026 | 4 unsubstantiated | None |
| 04/13/2026 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 01/30/2026 | 1 unfounded | None |
| 11/19/2025 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 11/19/2025 | 2 unsubstantiated | None |
| 11/21/2023 | 3 unfounded | None |
| 02/22/2023 | 1 unfounded | None |
| 06/24/2022 | 2 unsubstantiated | None |
Inspections (4)
| Date |
|---|
| 04/13/2026 |
| 05/12/2025 |
| 05/02/2024 |
| 05/31/2022 |
Source: California Community Care Licensing, facility 374603253, read 2026-11-06. 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
- Grossmont Hospital, about 4.7 miles. CMS rating 4 of 5.
- Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Diego, about 8.4 miles. CMS rating 4 of 5.
- Sharp Memorial Hospital, about 12 miles. CMS rating 4 of 5.
Nearby facilities with inspection records
- Bradley Court, El Cajon, about 1.1 miles. CMS rating 5 of 5.
- Assisted Living At Woodburn, El Cajon, about 1.1 miles. 3 state visits on record.
- Summer Place, El Cajon, about 1.1 miles. 5 state visits on record.
- Epic Assistance Care Home, El Cajon, about 1.2 miles. 3 state visits on record.
- California Home for Seniors, El Cajon, about 1.2 miles. 3 state visits on record.