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The Cove At La Jolla is a senior living community in La Jolla, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 124 reviews.
The Cove at La Jolla is a nursing home and rehabilitation facility offering health care services in La Jolla, California. The community provides customizable therapy programs designed to meet each patient's unique needs, employing both high-tech therapeutic approaches and hands-on care methods.
The facility has earned a 5-star overall rating from Medicare.gov for the quality of care delivered. Therapy programs are tailored individually, with therapists applying the latest research to help improve quality of life. The community works collaboratively with each patient, their family, and their healthcare provider to create personalized care and treatment plans.
The Cove at La Jolla emphasizes a welcoming environment where guests experience comfortable, safe, and therapeutic stays. The facility maintains high standards of cleanliness and comfort throughout the community. A dedicated and compassionate staff strives to provide exceptional care and service while working together to create a sense of community among residents.
Activities and excursions are regularly offered to keep residents engaged, with the community noting there are numerous programs and opportunities available for guests during their stay.
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4.4★ on Google (124)
April Carey
Aug 2026
My Husband and I were visiting a family member that was transferred there from hospital. We were not sure of current diagnosis and plan of care, so we were able to set up a care conference to go over the plan of care while our family was there. Are questions were answered and very grateful for the professional care and guidance that we received Thank you. Mrs April Carey
Kyler Johnson
Aug 2026
I was impressed with this place, very clean and comfortable. And the security was great.<br>Staff were very kind, friendly, and helpful.
Elizabeth Luna
Aug 2026
Staff is very sufficient
Sunny Hitchcock
Aug 2026
We were very impressed with care and facility at The Cove in La Jolla. The staff was efficient and friendly and took good care of a clode family friend.
M. Selby
Jul 2026
From the moment my mom arrived, we felt she was surrounded by people who genuinely cared about her—not just as a patient, but as a person. Every CNA, nurse, member of the front desk team, physical therapist, the activity room staff, food services and administrative staff knew her by name, treated her with kindness, and made sure her needs were met with compassion and respect.<br><br>The facility is exceptionally clean, and the administrative staff was always welcoming, helpful, and supportive during a very stressful time for our family.<br><br>The physical therapy team deserves special recognition. Their dedication, expertise, and personalized treatment plan gave my mom something we weren’t sure was possible—her independence. After an ER visit, she was unable to care for herself. Thanks to their incredible work, she regained the ability to walk, feed herself, and do so much more. Watching her make that progress was nothing short of amazing.<br><br>There are truly no words to express how grateful our family is for everyone who played a part in my mom’s recovery. Their compassion, patience, and commitment made all the difference. Families can feel confident knowing their loved ones are in such capable and caring hands. The patients here are truly blessed to have such an extraordinary team caring for them.
6 inspection visits in the last three years, 37 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
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 Jun 7, 2025
Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 20, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 1, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 3, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 3, 2025
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 Jun 3, 2025
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 2, 2025
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 28, 2025
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 28, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2025
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 Jun 3, 2025
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 Jun 3, 2025
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 Jun 3, 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 Jul 1, 2024
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 1, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 26, 2024
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 Jun 26, 2024
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 1, 2024
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 1, 2024
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 Jul 1, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 26, 2024
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 Jun 26, 2024
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 Jun 26, 2024
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 26, 2024
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 1, 2024
Install resident room doors of proper design and width.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 1, 2024
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 26, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 17, 2023
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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 20, 2022
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 20, 2022
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 20, 2022
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 20, 2022
Provide at least one room set aside to use as a resident dining room and for activities, that is a good size, with good lighting, air flow and furniture.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 20, 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 Jan 3, 2022
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 Jan 3, 2022
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 3, 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.
The Cove At La Jolla offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
The Cove At La Jolla is located at 7160 Fay Avenue in La Jolla, California.
The Cove At La Jolla had 6 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 37 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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