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Bella Vista Health Center

7922 Palm Street

4.2(110 ratings)· Lemon Grove average: 4.1

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Quick Facts

Total units
99
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
99
CMS Rating
5-Star rating from Medicare & Medicaid Services
Meal Program
Meals planned by a Registered Dietitian
Care Planning
Care plans developed with family involvement

What Families Think

Bella Vista Health Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Lemon Grove, California, with a 4.2 Google rating from 108 reviewers, though no individual review comments were provided. The facility highlights a 5-Star CMS rating and an emphasis on personalized recovery-focused care.

The Good

  • Holds a 5-Star CMS rating for care quality
  • Focus on rehab and regaining independence
  • Meals prepared by a Registered Dietitian
  • Care plans developed with family involvement
  • Strong 4.2 Google rating from 108 reviewers

The Bad

  • No pricing information published
  • No specific amenities listed for the facility

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Bella Vista Health Center is a senior living community in Lemon Grove, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 110 reviews.

About Bella Vista Health Center

Bella Vista Health Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Lemon Grove, California, offering comprehensive therapy programs and nursing care for residents recovering from surgery, injury, or illness. The facility is designed to help residents recover faster, regain independence, and safely return home stronger than before.

The community provides individualized care with a focus on clinical excellence and compassionate support. Residents receive personalized updates and transparent care plans developed with family involvement. The facility maintains a 5-Star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reflecting its dedication to exceptional patient outcomes, strong staffing standards, and outstanding health inspections.

Life at Bella Vista emphasizes connection, comfort, and joy through engaging activities and lifestyle support. The community features nutritious meals prepared by a Registered Dietitian with diverse, culturally inspired options designed to meet residents' individual needs and preferences.

The facility offers a modern, comfortable environment specifically designed for healing and recovery. Staff members are described as compassionate and highly skilled, delivering quality nursing care in a supportive, family-like setting where residents are treated with genuine warmth and professionalism.

Types of Care at Bella Vista Health Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

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Reviews of Bella Vista Health Center

4.2overall · 110 ratings combined

4.2★ on Google (110)

Kellie B

Aug 2026

via Google

Sunday Morning 9:00am. I’ve been calling their number listed and no one is picking up. No place to leave a message. I have a family member there who I haven’t talked to in several days. He is disabled. Disconcerning.

Sams Gardy

Jul 2026

via Google

Thank you to all of the nurses at Bella Vista, great service and people. And everyone else too.-Sams

Pamela Quiring

May 2026

via Google

I was so happy with everything for my husband here. PT, OT, & Speech Therapy were outstanding. Always clean and friendly staff. Everyone was so caring and helpful.

Anonymous

Jul 2025

via Google

CDPH should make a visit to review labor laws and infection prevention with facility leaders.

Rebecca Saucedo

Mar 2025

via Google

I would encourage anyone for yourself or a loved one that is seeking great skilled nursing to come to Bella Vista.My experience was a positive one l enjoyed being cared for by all the nursing personel they also had the very best rehab therapists, detailed food preparers, activities... l know if l need their services again ,they will be my 1st choice.😉

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Government Inspection History

6 inspection visits in the last three years, 36 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Apr 15, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

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

Nov 17, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
  • Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • 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 Jan 2, 2026

  • Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 2, 2026

  • 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 Jan 2, 2026

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 2, 2026

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 2, 2026

  • 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 Jan 2, 2026

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025

Jul 26, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 19, 2024

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 19, 2024

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 19, 2024

  • Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 19, 2024

  • 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 Aug 19, 2024

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 9, 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 Aug 9, 2024

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 19, 2024

Feb 15, 2024Health 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 Mar 8, 2024

Feb 13, 2024Infection ControlNo citations
Jan 27, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard16 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 17, 2022

  • Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 17, 2022

  • Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • 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 24, 2022

  • 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 Feb 24, 2022

  • 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 Feb 24, 2022

  • Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 17, 2022

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 17, 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 Bella Vista Health Center offer?

Bella Vista Health Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Bella Vista Health Center located?

Bella Vista Health Center is located at 7922 Palm Street in Lemon Grove, California.

What do families say about Bella Vista Health Center?

Bella Vista Health Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Lemon Grove, California, with a 4.2 Google rating from 108 reviewers, though no individual review comments were provided. The facility highlights a 5-Star CMS rating and an emphasis on personalized recovery-focused care.

How did Bella Vista Health Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Bella Vista Health Center had 6 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 36 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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