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Good Samaritan Retirement Home

1515 Jamacha Way, El Cajon, CA 92019

Independent Living Assisted Living
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For Pricing & Availability

(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(619) 590-1515

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,499

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,004
  • Average State Price: $4,162
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Good Samaritan Retirement Home Description

    Good Samaritan Retirement Home is a large 70 bed community that offers independent living and assisted living and is located in the town of Rancho San Diego, California. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.8 out of 10 making it the 5th highest rated community in the city out of 25 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    9.2
    Good Samaritan Retirement Home
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 53 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 5 out of 28 communities in El Cajon
  • Ranking in State: 741 out of 3640 communities in CA
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many reviewers highlight the caring and accommodating nature of the staff, noting their dedication to residents' well-being.
    • The facility offers a variety of daily activities such as Sit and Stretch classes, Bingo, Ice Cream Socials, Movie Night, and Sing-a-longs, contributing to a vibrant community atmosphere.
    • The meals are frequently praised for being tasty and nutritious, prepared by a chef.
    • Several reviews commend the clean, spacious, and well-maintained environment of the facility.
    • The community spirit among staff and the attention to residents' needs, even for those who are bedridden, are highly appreciated.
    • Good Samaritan is recommended for its value among assisted living facilities in the San Diego area, with special mention of the peaceful surroundings and the quality of care.

    Negative Reviews:

    • One review criticizes the facility for instances of neglect and unprofessional behavior by some staff members, suggesting a lack of management oversight.
    • There is a mention of starting employee pay at minimum wage, which the reviewer feels should be higher for such an establishment.

    Overall Sentiment:

    The majority of reviews for Good Samaritan Retirement Center are overwhelmingly positive, with families and professionals alike praising the facility for its caring staff, range of activities, and quality of care. While there is a critical review concerning staff behavior and management, the general consensus suggests a safe, loving, and engaging environment for residents.


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    Health

    Incontinence Care

    Toileting Assistance

    Medication Management

    Skilled Nursing

    Personal Care

    Assistance with Personal Hygiene


    Services

    All Services Included in Level 1

    Monitoring Every Two Hours

    Meal/Activity Reminders

    Daily Housekeeping Service

    Weekly Laundry Service

    Mail Delivery


    Activities

    Regularly Scheduled Showering Assistance

    Daily Schedule of Activities

    Outings

    Group Activities

    Bustling Activities Calendar

    Mass


    Community Amenities

    Salon

    Dining Room

    Kitchen


    Room Amenities

    Basic Utilities

    Emergency Response Button

    Cable

    Internet

    Telephone


    Dining

    Meal Service

    Snacks

    Dining Room

    Chef


    Transportation

    Transportation



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Rancho San Diego which is 0.7 miles away and has a population of 21,208 (small town).
    • The average income is $82,264, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 79
      • Low Temperature: 59
      • Average Temperature: 68.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 63 days of rain and 301 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.6 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 32.7 years old, low compared to other cities.
    • 6.85% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 30.73% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very high percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 3% Asian, 5% Black or African-American, 24% Hispanic or Latino, and 65% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 5.26 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.19 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.33 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 1.21 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.76 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 156.0, Moderate Days 120.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 6.0, Unhealthy Days 1.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Ralphs
    0.7 miles away
    Albertsons
    1.2 miles away
    Smart & Final
    2.0 miles away
    Harvest Ranch Market
    2.2 miles away
    Harvest Ranch Market #1
    2.3 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Jamacha Road & Calle Albara
    0.1 miles away
    Jamacha Road & Brabham Street
    0.2 miles away
    Jamacha Road & Scottys Way
    0.3 miles away
    Jamacha Road & Hilton Head Road
    0.4 miles away
    Jamacha Road & Willow Glen Drive
    0.6 miles away

    Banks

    Wells Fargo
    0.4 miles away
    Chase
    0.7 miles away
    Union Bank
    0.8 miles away
    U.S. Bank
    1.2 miles away
    Navy Federal Credit Union
    1.2 miles away

    Hospitals

    Sharp Grossmont Hospital
    5.0 miles away
    Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health System
    7.0 miles away
    Alvarado Hospital
    7.8 miles away
    Crestwood Behavioral Health San Diego
    8.8 miles away
    Paradise Valley Hospital
    10.1 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    0.6 miles away
    Rite-Aid #5625
    2.5 miles away
    Walgreens
    3.0 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    3.8 miles away
    La Mesa Pharmacy
    5.5 miles away

    Dentists

    Bright Now! Dental
    0.6 miles away
    Rancho Dental Arts
    0.7 miles away
    RSD Dental Group & Orthodontics
    1.2 miles away
    Singing Hills Dentistry
    1.3 miles away
    Korel Family Dentistry
    2.5 miles away

    Parks

    Cottonwood Park
    0.5 miles away
    Hilton Head Park
    0.5 miles away
    San Diego National Wildlife Refuge
    0.6 miles away
    Woodhaven Park
    0.8 miles away
    Damon Lane County Park
    0.9 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala
    10.7 miles away

    Shopping

    8800 Grossmont Blvd
    5.1 miles away
    Trolley Town Center
    5.5 miles away
    Grossmont Center North
    5.6 miles away
    Otay Ranch Town Center
    9.0 miles away
    Westfield Plaza Bonita
    10.5 miles away

    Culture

    Mt. Helix Amphitheater
    3.5 miles away
    Young Actors Theatre
    3.7 miles away
    La Mesa Memorial Fine Arts Center
    5.8 miles away
    Stagehouse Theatre
    6.4 miles away
    MTN-AMP
    8.1 miles away

    Restaurants

    Applebee's
    0.7 miles away
    Denny's
    0.7 miles away
    Flame Bar and Grill
    0.7 miles away
    Round Table Pizza
    0.7 miles away
    Di Leone's Italian Restaurant
    1.1 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of CA. It is a large-sized community with 70 total beds.

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