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Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center

622 South Anza Street

4(108 ratings)· El Cajon average: 4.2

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Quick Facts

Total units
151
Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
151
CMS quality rating
Four-Star Quality Measures Rated by CMS
Clinical specialist on staff
Physiatrist specializing in physical medicine and rehab
Nursing coverage
Licensed nurses available around the clock
Therapy facilities
On-site rehab gym staffed by licensed therapists

What Families Think

Families describe Villa Las Palmas as a clean, well-staffed skilled nursing and rehab facility where residents recovering from illness or injury feel well cared for. Multiple reviewers praised the food, therapy support, and attentiveness of nurses and CNAs during short-term stays. One reviewer noted occasional nighttime disturbances from residents with dementia, though staff responded to calm them.

The Good

  • Reviewers repeatedly praise attentive, kind nursing staff
  • Food quality highlighted by multiple families
  • Facility described as clean and well-maintained
  • Rooms and outdoor courtyard/walking path well liked
  • Strong rehab support helping residents regain independence

The Bad

  • One report of nighttime yelling from other residents with dementia
  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center is a senior living community in El Cajon, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 108 reviews.

About Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center is a skilled nursing facility in El Cajon, California, located off the 8 Freeway and serving the greater San Diego area. The facility focuses on safety, wellness, and healing with a patient-centered care approach.

The center offers 24/7 personalized healthcare services with licensed nurses available around the clock. Care includes functional support and rehabilitation services delivered in a state-of-the-art facility, with an expansive rehab gym staffed by licensed therapy experts to guide residents through recovery and rehabilitation.

Villa Las Palmas provides a range of amenities designed to support residents' comfort and quality of life. The facility includes beautiful courtyards and a lobby where patients and families can visit and rest. The center has been recognized by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services as a Four-Star Quality Measures Rated facility, with ratings based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

The clinical team includes a physiatrist specializing in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and neuromuscular medicine, along with a nurse practitioner and comprehensive therapy teams working collaboratively to develop personalized, evidence-based treatment plans aimed at helping residents regain independence and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Types of Care at Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • 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
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

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

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Reviews of Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center

4overall · 108 ratings combined

4★ on Google (108)

Cecilia Victoria Lucero

May 2026

via Google

All I can say about this place it's 10/10 my mom as been here for a few weeks now and she loves it, the people that work her are so helpful and nice it's very clean here 5-18-2026 Ok today is a very happy and exciting day for my mom she is leaving this beautiful place I would like to say thank you to all the incredible nurses and staff thank you for taking very good care of my mother I did not have to worry about her being at this place I knew she was being taken care of and all her knees were being met she was here for a month and a half I believe

Les Bowman

Mar 2026

via Google

My uncle is there, I have to say.. overall the place is pretty nice! My family and I are fairly impressed with the food, two thumbs up! Jason & his team provide plenty of options. We very much appreciate how well the staff interacts with him, we really couldn't be happier. Above and beyond our expectations! Sincerely, thank you all!!!

Carla Ransom

Mar 2026

via Google

I am so impressed with Villa Las Palmas nursing home all the staff the professionalism the care that they show my husband Thank you.

William Albright (Electric Bill)

Oct 2025

via Google

I went here to visit a friend who's in temporary recovery. We all live in the backcountry of San Diego East County. It's difficult to follow up doctor's appointments, with the long drive to town. If you're fortunate enough to have a doctor who will set you up in a facility like this can be wonderful. My friend really likes this place. Everything is like it's brand new. Her room is huge. She has a beautiful view out her window of a flower garden. They have a sidewalk path that goes completely around the facility and my friend went on that walk while visiting and wanted to go around again. She's doing really well, and a lot is probably contributed to her living situation at Villa Las Palmas Healthcare. The only complaint she had was, some nights a patient or two acts crazy, yelling, but the staff does what they can to try to calm the patient down. Some are suffering from Alzheimer's and dementia. They don't know where they are. Unfortunately. This review is asking about the pricing. That I would not know. I know it was being paid by a medical insurance. Which could mean it's probably priced fairly reasonably or they would go through another facility.

Leo Acain

Jul 2025

via Google

I can’t say enough good things about Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm, professional, and welcoming. The facility is exceptionally clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully laid out, with bright, open spaces and a peaceful outdoor patio that residents truly enjoy. The staff is the heart of this place. Every nurse, CNA, and therapist I encountered was kind, respectful, and attentive to every resident. You can tell they care deeply about what they do. Kudos to the social services team, Normalynn, Jelene, Melissa, and Cryztal!

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Government Inspection History

14 inspection visits in the last three years, 75 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Apr 14, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 7, 2026

Dec 19, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 14, 2026

Jul 29, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 29, 2025

Jun 12, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 11, 2025

May 8, 2025Fire 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 Jun 4, 2025

  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 1, 2025

  • Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 2, 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 May 25, 2025

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 2, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 2, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 2, 2025

  • Ensure electrical receptacles or cover plates have distinctive color or marking.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 2, 2025

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 2, 2025

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 20, 2025

  • Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 20, 2025

  • Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 2, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 2, 2025

  • Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 4, 2025

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 4, 2025

  • Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 2, 2025

May 5, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 1, 2025

  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 1, 2025

  • 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 Jun 1, 2025

Apr 17, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 13, 2025

Mar 4, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 19, 2024

Dec 26, 2023Health Complaint4 citations
  • Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 26, 2024

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 26, 2024

  • 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 Jan 26, 2024

Oct 18, 2023Health Complaint3 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 27, 2023

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 27, 2023

  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 27, 2023

Oct 5, 2023Infection ControlNo citations
Jul 14, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 27, 2023

Jul 28, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard27 citations
  • 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 Aug 23, 2022

  • Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 5, 2022

  • Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 5, 2022

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 23, 2022

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 5, 2022

  • 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 Oct 5, 2022

  • Ensure that smoke control systems are tested and documented in accordance with established engineering principles.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 5, 2022

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 5, 2022

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 5, 2022

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 23, 2022

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 23, 2022

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2022

  • 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 Aug 23, 2022

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2022

  • Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2022

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2022

  • 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 Aug 23, 2022

  • Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 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 Aug 23, 2022

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 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 Aug 23, 2022

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 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 Aug 23, 2022

  • 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 Aug 23, 2022

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 5, 2022

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 5, 2022

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 5, 2022

Mar 22, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard15 citations
  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 19, 2019

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 19, 2019

  • 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 Apr 21, 2019

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2019

  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2019

  • Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2019

  • 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 Apr 21, 2019

  • Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 19, 2019

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 19, 2019

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 19, 2019

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2019

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2019

  • Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2019

  • 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 Apr 21, 2019

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2019

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 Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center offer?

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center located?

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center is located at 622 South Anza Street in El Cajon, California.

What do families say about Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center?

Families describe Villa Las Palmas as a clean, well-staffed skilled nursing and rehab facility where residents recovering from illness or injury feel well cared for. Multiple reviewers praised the food, therapy support, and attentiveness of nurses and CNAs during short-term stays. One reviewer noted occasional nighttime disturbances from residents with dementia, though staff responded to calm them.

How did Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center had 14 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 75 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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