Sunset Cliffs Elder Care
The state lists 3 state inspections, 8 complaint visits, 1 citation, 0 substantiated allegations; last visit 2026-06-25. Listing last updated 2026-11-07.
Public record summary
About this facility — Sunset Cliffs Elder Care
Sunset Cliffs Elder Care is a licensed assisted living community in San Diego, California. It is licensed for 6 beds — close to the median for assisted living communities in California (6 beds).
It is one of 256 senior care facilities in San Diego 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 3 state inspections, 8 complaint visits, 1 citation, 0 substantiated allegations. License status: Licensed.
License notes from the state: AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN BEDROOM #1 OR #2.
Complaints (8)
| State visit | Allegation outcomes | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 04/22/2026 | 2 unsubstantiated | None |
| 04/01/2026 | 4 unsubstantiated | None |
| 01/16/2026 | 4 unsubstantiated | None |
| 01/06/2026 | 2 unfounded | None |
| 12/11/2025 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 12/04/2024 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 12/04/2024 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 12/15/2023 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
Inspections (3)
| Date |
|---|
| 01/16/2026 |
| 01/30/2024 |
| 03/08/2022 |
Source: California Community Care Licensing, facility 374604388, 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
- Sharp Coronado Hospital and Hlthcr Ctr, about 5.0 miles. CMS rating 4 of 5.
- Uc San Diego Health Hillcrest - Hillcrest Med Ctr, about 5.1 miles. CMS rating 5 of 5.
- Scripps Mercy Hospital, about 5.3 miles. CMS rating 4 of 5.
Nearby facilities with inspection records
- Point Loma Elder Care, San Diego, about 0.3 miles. 0 state visits on record.
- Bayview Senior Assisted Living, San Diego, about 0.7 miles. 6 state visits on record.
- Bayview Senior Assisted Living, San Diego, about 0.7 miles. 6 state visits on record.
- Mylda Senior Care Facility, San Diego, about 0.7 miles. 4 state visits on record.
- The Pavilion At Ocean Point, San Diego, about 2.4 miles. CMS rating 2 of 5.