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Bayshire Carlsbad

3140 El Camino Real

4.4(181 ratings)· Carlsbad average: 4.6

Part of Bayshire Senior Communities · 15 communities · 4.4★ average

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Quick Facts

Year opened
1985
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
45
Licensed operator
Camino Real Care LLC
Nurse coverage
16 hours of nurse oversight for critical needs
Medical services
Mobile physician, podiatry and dental visits available
Emergency response
Emergency pendant included in base rent

What Families Think

Bayshire Carlsbad is a continuing care community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing on one campus. Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the caring, attentive staff and strong rehab outcomes, though a handful of reports raise concerns about inconsistent day-to-day care.

The Good

  • Staff repeatedly described as caring and attentive
  • Strong physical/occupational therapy outcomes after surgery
  • Memory care staff praised for patience and engagement
  • Activities director frequently singled out for great programming
  • Facility consistently called clean and well maintained
  • Case managers praised for coordinating discharges smoothly

The Bad

  • Several reports of slow call-light response from CNAs
  • One report of medication errors not matching prescribed list
  • One report of contracting COVID-19 during a stay
  • One report of dirty shower and backordered medical supplies

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Bayshire Carlsbad is a senior living community in Carlsbad, California offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Independent Living. Amenities include Professional Chef, Outdoor Patio and Fitness Center. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 133 reviews.

About Bayshire Carlsbad

WELCOME TO Exceptional Senior Living

Located in coastal Carlsbad, California, our community sets a new standard for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. With endless amenities and a team of exceptional caregivers, we pride ourselves on making your loved one feel completely at home.

Continuing Care Retirement Community

At our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, you’ll have the care you need when you need it with independent and assisted living, Alzheimer’s and dementia care and skilled nursing all in one location. This allows for easy transition among care levels and comfort knowing you do not have to move which gives peace of mind to both residents and families.

SENIOR LIVING OPTIONS

Independent Living

Independent Living offers seniors the enjoyment and excitement of community style living. Let us take care of daily responsibilities such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry. This provides our seniors more time to enjoy social events and gives them time to pursue new interests. Our continuum of care allows residents to stay in their apartment, if their care needs change. For every new resident, we complete a thorough health assessment, which provides the starting point for an individualized care plan.

Assisted Living

Assisted Living communities offer fun and freedom while making sure you have access to assistance with medication, dressing or bathing. Live in a private residence, and enjoy restaurant-style meals every day. All our communities provide social calendars packed with activities and events designed with you in mind.

Moving to Assisted Living does not mean losing independence. In fact, it can actually give you even more choices. With access to transportation services, you’ll have a ride to the doctor’s office, church or the mall. We cater to your specific needs, so you can focus on the things you really enjoy.

Memory Care

Our memory care program is rooted in a person-centered approach that preserves identity and sense of self for seniors with a cognitive impairment such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. Our secure communities provide a daily path of engagement that allows residents to flourish, even with advanced expressions of dementia.

We believe no matter where an individual is in life’s journey, each has the right to live in a dignified manner and to enjoy meaningful experiences every day. Highly trained associates deliver on this promise as they provide dementia care services and enable residents to experience daily moments of success.

Skilled Nursing

Our skilled nursing team provides round-the-clock, licensed nursing care, and our on-site rehabilitation professionals offer physical, occupational and speech therapy to help patients recover as quickly as possible.

You’ll also have access to convenient amenities and services during your stay. Many of our communities offer barbershop and beauty salon services, flexible visiting hours and special therapeutic diets.

Feel like you’re in the comfort of your own home. Bayshire Carlsbad Skilled Nursing solutions are just the thing to get you back on your feet and back to the life you love.

Services & Amenities

•      24-hour security system
•      Resident caregivers on-site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
•      Personalized care plans for all residents
•      Sagely App integration keeps loved ones connected to family & friends
•      Hassle-free living: housekeeping, laundry & linen services, and property maintenance provided
•      Daily assistance with personal grooming, medication management, mobility & more
•      Mobile physician, podiatry & dental services available (based on insurance provider)
•      Private and semi-private apartments in various sizes & floor plans
•      Emergency response pendant (included in base rent)
•      16 hours of nurse oversight for critical health care needs every day
•      3 nutritious meals a day, planned by a Registered Dietician
•      Transportation for off-site appointments & group outings
•      A pet friendly community
•      Only 3 miles to beautiful Carlsbad beaches
•      Planned social events & entertainment calendar
•      Interactive, stimulating activities offered throughout the day
•      On-site library, fitness room & beauty salon/barber shop
•      Beautiful outdoor spaces and walking trail
•      Close to local malls and shopping centers
•      Easy access from I-5, 78 freeway & El Camino Real
•      Enriching activities, programs and special events promote residents’ physical fitness, mental health, social interaction, and creativity
•      Healthy, delicious meals served in a restaurant-style dining room 3 times a day
•      Snacks and beverages available 24 hours a day
•      Base rent includes use of all community areas & amenities
•      Beauty/Barber Shop

Types of Care at Bayshire Carlsbad

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Private Rooms

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Professional Chef

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Fitness Center
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Medical Staff
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Pet Friendly
  • Salon / Barber
  • Security
  • Transportation Services
  • Walking Paths

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Bayshire Carlsbad

4.4overall · 181 ratings combined

4.5★ on Google (133) · 4★ on Yelp (48) · Yelp page ↗

L Crane

Jun 2026

via Google

In 2019, i had a medical event, & after a few days in hospital I was transfered here to Bayshire Carlsbad, at that point it was called Brookdale.Now, I am again going to need skilled nursing & rehabilitation, and this the 1st place I am inquiring about. I LOVED my stay here, now named Bayshire, I found the staff all so nice, accommodating, polite, ho oracle, & patient. The kind care that someone needs, the kind & uplifting care that brings one's health & spirit back up to re-enter the world. The re-hab therapists are A-rated, excellent, & one last remarkable positive, is their chef(s) is amazing! The food is so delicious! All of my experience was wonderfully healing, & memorable! I will always recommend Bayshire Carlsbad!

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Michelle G.

May 2026

via Yelp

My 85 year old mom was in Bayshire Carlsbad skilled nursing for about 5 weeks. She received excellent care there recovering from hip surgery. They are well staffed and they communicated with me very well.

Wendy Greif

Mar 2026

via Google

My 89 year old mother, Julia, moved in 3/17/26. Everyone has been very kind. She made friends immediately. Staff and residents are wonderful. Mom says she is really enjoying herself. The place is very clean and tidy. Many things to do. Mom was at another residence and it was no where near as nice as Bayshire. So glad we found them.

Karin Barrows

Mar 2026

via Google

My father stayed at Bayshire Carlsbad for 3 months and our family was very pleased with their exceptional help and wonderful staff. The staff is so caring, supportive and we highly recommend them. It was a positive experience. Don’t hesitate to have a family member stay here. Efrain was our first contact and he made us feel welcome and supported us throughout my father’s stay.

Peter Haenebalcke

Mar 2026

via Google

An incredibly well-structured organization with an intimate, non-institutional culture driven by a kind, attentive, caring and motivated staff. Everyone is genuinely friendly, from the Executive Director to the Memory Care professionals, the dedicated medtechs and skilled nurses. Furthermore, the kitchen provides a wide variety of quality food served by a friendly staff. The facility is spotless, tastefully decorated with bright spaces and multiple enclosed peaceful patios. Bayshire offers a sense of community and a fabulous entertainment program with multiple and varied daily options led by a warm and energetic activity director. My experience started with a genuinely warm welcome and educational orientation. Their customer service proved to be ‘Best in Class’. We are so thankful and very fortunate that my wife, the children’s mother’s last months of her life were spent at Bayshire Carlsbad.

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Government Inspection History

9 inspection visits in the last three years, 46 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Mar 12, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 10, 2026

Jun 5, 2025Fire Safety Complaint3 citations
  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 19, 2025

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 19, 2025

  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 10, 2025

Mar 21, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 3, 2025

Feb 6, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 12, 2025

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 28, 2025

  • Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 28, 2025

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 12, 2025

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 28, 2025

  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 28, 2025

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 12, 2025

  • Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 28, 2025

Mar 12, 2024Infection ControlNo citations
Feb 29, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard17 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2024

  • Provide emergency officials' contact information.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 21, 2024

  • Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 21, 2024

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 21, 2024

  • Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 21, 2024

Feb 13, 2024Infection ControlNo citations
Dec 6, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 3, 2024

Apr 28, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard15 citations
  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Provide emergency officials' contact information.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022

  • Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Bayshire Carlsbad offer?

Bayshire Carlsbad offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Is Bayshire Carlsbad pet friendly?

Yes. Bayshire Carlsbad lists pet-friendly accommodations among its amenities. Ask about any size or breed policies when you visit.

Where is Bayshire Carlsbad located?

Bayshire Carlsbad is located at 3140 El Camino Real in Carlsbad, California.

What do families say about Bayshire Carlsbad?

Bayshire Carlsbad is a continuing care community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing on one campus. Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the caring, attentive staff and strong rehab outcomes, though a handful of reports raise concerns about inconsistent day-to-day care.

How did Bayshire Carlsbad do on recent health and safety inspections?

Bayshire Carlsbad had 9 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 46 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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