Alta Vista Senior Living offers assisted living, memory care, respite care, and independent living in a clean, well-kept community that feels welcoming and safe, with modern interiors featuring herringbone wood floors, lots of windows, and comfortable, updated furniture throughout the common areas. Residents get help with daily routines like getting dressed, bathing, grooming, taking medicine, using hearing aids, and sticking to special diets, and there's always a caring staff on site, awake and ready to help at any hour, including nurses who perform regular wellness checks to keep a close eye on each person's health. The staff members are known for their kindness, patience, and real desire to help, and there's an executive director who keeps an open-door policy to encourage communication and trust.
Alta Vista organizes daily and monthly events like seasonal parties-Halloween brings costumes, pumpkin carving, music, and treats-and the calendar stays full with things like exercise classes, happy hour, scripture and reflections, trivia, bingo, coffee socials, art classes, and karaoke, all planned by an energetic activity director who makes sure everyone has a chance to join in, plus there's a printed newsletter that's handed out so no one misses what's going on. Residents relax or visit with friends in outdoor gardens, patios, and community lounges, and pets like cats and dogs are welcome with a few breed and weight rules.
Dining here is taken seriously, with a chef preparing meals served by a friendly, attentive team in an elegant dining room with several choices at each sitting, and residents say the food is good and the staff are accommodating. Housekeeping and laundry get done weekly, and transportation is available for personal outings or medical appointments, while extra services-like mobile x-ray, mobile dentistry, podiatry, or home health help-can be brought in as needed.
For people living with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, special memory care programs-called Legacies Memory Care-provide customized routines and extra safety, and skilled nursing is available for those who need more support than assisted living offers. The community gives each resident a personalized care plan that adjusts as needs change, supporting independence wherever possible, but with the safety of emergency call systems and professional staff always nearby. Private rooms, a beauty salon, a theater, a craft room, a coffee bar, and a billiards room all add to the comfortable, home-like feel of Alta Vista, where dignity, respect, and a real sense of belonging matter most. Monthly rates start at $2,350.
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Alta Vista Senior Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $2,850 per month.
Alta Vista Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
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Yes, Alta Vista Senior Living allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.
The full address for this community is 2041 W Vista Way, Vista, CA, 92083.
Yes, Alta Vista Senior Living offers respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
State of California Inspection Reports
48
Inspections
4
Type A Citations
8
Type B Citations
6
Years of reports
27 Apr 2025
27 Apr 2025
Identified a bed bug infestation in September 2024, addressed by relocating residents, bagging and heat-treating clothing, heat-treating rooms, and continuing monthly pest-control; residents reported no ongoing issues since last year. Interviews and record reviews did not show missing personal belongings or bathing neglect; residents said items found were returned to them and showers were provided as needed.
§ 87303(a)
27 Apr 2025
27 Apr 2025
Found no evidence that staff failed to prevent threats between residents. Most residents reported feeling safe.
27 Apr 2025
27 Apr 2025
Found unsubstantiated that a resident sustained unexplained injuries while in care; interviews with staff and residents showed no knowledge of such injuries. Found unsubstantiated that residents were left in soiled diapers for extended periods; interviews indicated most residents are changed as needed and are satisfied with care.
18 Apr 2025
18 Apr 2025
Found not enough evidence to support the allegations of neglect, not meeting dietary needs, insufficient staffing, dirty or smelly rooms, failure to safeguard personal items, and a wound that hadn’t healed.
13 Apr 2025
13 Apr 2025
Investigated allegations found insufficient evidence to support staff failing to manage residents' care needs.
Found no support for claims that staff handled residents roughly, did not follow residents' special diets, or left residents slumped in wheelchairs.
13 Apr 2025
13 Apr 2025
Found insufficient evidence to support the unlawful eviction allegation; the claim remained unproven.
14 Jan 2025
14 Jan 2025
Found that the allegation that hot water was unavailable was not supported by evidence. Readings during the visit showed hot water in the kitchen and in rooms around 113–120°F, and hot water was back on at the time of checks.
09 Oct 2024
09 Oct 2024
Identified deficiencies, including lack of proof of valid liability insurance and CPR-certified staff on every shift, and disaster drills not conducted quarterly as required. Found that safety systems and medication handling were in place, but several areas still needed compliance improvements.
09 Oct 2024
09 Oct 2024
Investigated allegation that staff did not ensure the elevator was in good repair; records show it was red-tagged about a year ago for an outlet and light fixture issue, resulting in it being out of service. Observed the elevator in working order and fully illuminated.
09 Oct 2024
09 Oct 2024
Identified safety concerns due to gate hardware, including two back gates where one had a disabled locking mechanism, creating an entry/exit risk. Found that a memory care door lock malfunction contributed to a resident eloping and being located by authorities with no injuries.
§ 87307(d)(2)
§ 87303(a)
27 Oct 2023
27 Oct 2023
Found no deficiencies observed during the 1-year annual inspection. All areas including infection control, medication storage, staffing, resident rights, activities, food service, and disaster preparedness were in compliance, and a hospice waiver for 15 residents was noted.
27 Oct 2023
27 Oct 2023
Found no deficiencies during the inspection, all requirements were met and residents' needs were adequately addressed.
18 Jan 2023
18 Jan 2023
Investigated a complaint alleging lack of supervision leading to a resident fall and unmet incontinence care needs; interviews and record reviews did not establish the allegations.
18 Jan 2023
18 Jan 2023
Investigated allegations of inadequate supervision leading to resident injuries and unmet incontinence care needs, found insufficient evidence to support claims.
12 Jan 2023
12 Jan 2023
Found that the allegation that a direct care staff member touched a female resident inappropriately lacked sufficient evidence to be supported; interviews and records showed the resident had a documented change in condition and was receiving treatment for behavioral health concerns.
12 Jan 2023
12 Jan 2023
Investigated an allegation of inappropriate touching of a resident by staff, but found insufficient evidence to support the claim.
01 Dec 2022
01 Dec 2022
Investigated a complaint and found no health and safety concerns during the site visit. The executive director was informed of the purpose of the visit.
01 Dec 2022
01 Dec 2022
Investigated a complaint related to a facility, identifying no health and safety concerns during the visit.
27 Oct 2022
27 Oct 2022
Found no citations issued for infection control; observed adequate hand hygiene supplies, cleaning and disinfecting provisions, and proper use of face coverings, with a designated infection control lead overseeing cases and PPE needs. Conducted an exit interview with the executive director.
03 Nov 2022
03 Nov 2022
Reviewed an unannounced case management visit in which an amended complaint document was delivered and signed by the Executive Director on 5/7/2020. Conducted an exit interview with the Executive Director, who received hard copies of the amended complaint and the licensee appeal rights.
03 Nov 2022
03 Nov 2022
Confirmed an amended complaint report during an unannounced visit to deliver the report to the Executive Director.
§ 87303(a)
27 Oct 2022
27 Oct 2022
Found that an incident occurred in which a staff member slapped a resident; four staff statements, including one from the staff member, supported the incident, the staff member admitted slapping after the resident spit, the resident denied being struck, and other witnesses corroborated. Suspended immediately and later terminated, the staff member had not been fingerprint-cleared before the incident, posing a threat, and a citation and civil penalty will be issued.
27 Oct 2022
27 Oct 2022
Confirmed no violations related to infection control measures during the inspection.
§ 1569.605
§ 1569.695(c)
§ 1569.618(c)(3)
06 Jul 2022
06 Jul 2022
Visited facility was found to be closed with no residents present, undergoing renovations and being repainted during the inspection.
17 Jun 2022
17 Jun 2022
Found that the claim that no refund was issued to a resident after moving out was unfounded, as records showed the refund was started April 27, 2022 and processed June 16, 2022.
17 Jun 2022
17 Jun 2022
Investigated allegation of failure to issue refund to resident upon moving out; allegation found to be false.
14 Jun 2022
14 Jun 2022
Confirmed adequate infection control measures were in place during the inspection.
22 Dec 2021
22 Dec 2021
Reviewed a self-reported incident where a resident eloped on December 7 and was returned the same day with no injuries, reported to licensing on December 21. Conducted interviews and obtained records; no deficiencies were found, and this case management requires further follow-up after an exit interview with the executive director.
22 Dec 2021
22 Dec 2021
Confirmed elopement incident reported by the facility, resident returned by police with no injuries. No deficiencies found during the visit.
15 Oct 2021
15 Oct 2021
Found no deficiencies identified during an unannounced licensing visit, and observed infection control measures including symptom screening, hand hygiene, PPE, testing plans, and cleaning/disinfection procedures in place.
15 Oct 2021
15 Oct 2021
Confirmed no deficiencies during the annual required licensing inspection.
07 Sept 2021
07 Sept 2021
Identified that the resident’s refund of the remaining community fee was not issued within 30 days after residency ended.
07 Sept 2021
07 Sept 2021
Confirmed complaint of delayed refund for resident.
24 Jun 2021
24 Jun 2021
No additional deficiencies were observed during the inspection.
23 Jun 2021
23 Jun 2021
Identified deficiencies in infection control procedures and hand hygiene practices during the inspection.
§ 87355(e)(1)
27 Nov 2020
27 Nov 2020
Found that an on-site team provided technical assistance, interviewed the administrator, and conducted a walk-through; no deficiencies were issued and an exit interview followed.
27 Nov 2020
27 Nov 2020
No deficiencies were issued during the visit.
§ 1569.17(b)
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22 Sept 2020
22 Sept 2020
Found no deficiencies cited or observed after reviewing the self-reported death of a resident, with interviews conducted and records requested during a virtual case management visit.
22 Sept 2020
22 Sept 2020
Conducted visit in response to reported death of resident. No deficiencies observed.
06 Aug 2020
06 Aug 2020
Contact was made with the facility regarding a case closure, and no deficiencies were observed during the visit. Staff confirmed that an individual was not present on-site as they had been working remotely.
10 Mar 2020
10 Mar 2020
Confirmed that staff members who prepare and pass medications were not properly trained and did not take required testing. Identified that medications were not signed as given for multiple doses, totaling 330 doses over a three-month period.
§ 1569.69(a)(5)
08 Jan 2020
08 Jan 2020
Identified a deficiency in the auditory system which led to the elopement of a resident from the facility.
12 Dec 2019
12 Dec 2019
No deficiencies were cited during the visit conducted by the Licensing Program Analyst.
12 Dec 2019
12 Dec 2019
Reviewed allegations of inadequate care and supervision for a resident with medical needs at a facility, ultimately finding the complaints to be unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence.
22 Oct 2019
22 Oct 2019
No deficiencies were cited during the visit.
09 Oct 2019
09 Oct 2019
Confirmed compliance with licensing requirements following a thorough physical plant inspection and Component III interview.
§ 87507(g)(3)
02 Oct 2019
02 Oct 2019
Investigated a theft incident, interviewed a resident and staff, and conducted a facility tour.
25 Sept 2019
25 Sept 2019
Confirmed a physical altercation between two residents resulting in a fracture, but could not determine if it resulted from lack of supervision.
