Avocado Post Acute

510 E. Washington Avenue, El Cajon CA, 92020

Resident Review Score
6.6
|
Good
Starting price

$1,425

For this area
$$$
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Avocado Post Acute is a nursing home in El Cajon, CA, with 256 certified beds. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living care and has an independent living option.

Costs at this community start at $1,425 and range up to $8,667 per month. The average price in the community is $5,046, which is the same as the average price of $ 5,046 in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is less than the state average. Depending on other care the resident needs, additional care may increase the monthly cost. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 4.1 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 1.7 hours with licensed nurses (0.6 by an RN and 1.1 by an LPN) and 2.4 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

There are 10 hospitals within 25 miles of Avocado Post Acute. The two closest hospitals are Grossmont Hospital, which is 3.1 miles away, and Alvarado Hospital Medical Center, which is 6.0 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 1, which means that it is in the bottom 20% of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nursing home has a health inspection rating of 1. The ratings for quality are poor (rating of 1) and the staff ratings are average, with a rating of 4.

For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(619) 440-1211

Pricing for Avocado Post Acute

$5,046Avg. Local Starting Price
Avocado Post Acute$1,425

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$5,615
  • In San Diego$5,046
  • In CA$5,583

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Resident Review Score
6.6
|
Good
#6 in El Cajon, CA
Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved29
Loved5
Good1
Average1
Below Average22

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

The reviews for this community reflect a predominantly positive sentiment from visitors and family members of the residents. Many commend the cleanliness, well-maintained environment, and the welcoming, friendly staff. The nursing and activities staff, in particular, have received high praise for their patient, kind, and attentive care, going above and beyond to ensure residents feel comfortable and well looked after. Activities and rehabilitation services are also highlighted positively, with many expressing satisfaction at the progress and enjoyment of their loved ones in the community. The efforts to create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, as well as the professional handling of COVID-19 precautions, have not gone unnoticed.
However, not all experiences have been positive. There have been mentions of poor communication, understaffing, and challenges with cohesive follow-through on care between departments. Concerns about management structure and the effectiveness of medical care coordination were also raised. While these criticisms are not universal, they imply areas for potential improvement within the community. Despite these issues, the overall sentiment leans towards a strong endorsement of the facility, with specific staff members frequently recognized for their significant contributions to the well-being of residents.
In summary, while there are areas for improvement, particularly in communication and staffing, the community is generally celebrated for its clean environment, engaging activities, and the compassionate care provided by the staff. The positive experiences shared by many indicate that this facility offers a nurturing and supportive atmosphere for its residents, making it a recommended choice for those seeking care for their loved ones.

AI generated summary of real reviews

ANNUAL DATA

Avocado Post Acute

Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

256
114.7

Local Avg

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

1
3.8

Local Avg

health inspection

1
3.3

Local Avg

quality

1
4.4

Local Avg

staff

4
3.2

Local Avg

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

37
4.5

Local Avg

infection control citations

1
0.4

Local Avg

fines

5
1.9

Local Avg

amount of fines

$146,936
$10,444

Local Avg

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

2
1.8

Local Avg

total nurse hours

4
4.3

Local Avg

weekend nurse hours

4
3.9

Local Avg

weekend rn hours

1
0.4

Local Avg

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

43
48.1

Local Avg

registered nurses

38
45.7

Local Avg

administrators who left

0
0.6

Local Avg

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    AVOCADO POST ACUTE

  • Ownership type

    For profit - Partnership

  • Federal Provider Number

    555076

  • Provider SSA county code

    470

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    August 04, 1977

  • Type of council

    Resident

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    No

  • Located in hospital

    No

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    No

Hospitals

Grossmont Hospital

5555 Grossmont Center Drive

Distance: 3.0 miles

Edgemoor Geriatric Hospital

655 Park Center Drive

Distance: 4.6 miles

Alvarado Parkway Institute B.H.S.

7050 Parkway Drive

Distance: 5.2 miles

Churches

New Life Church

402 East Washington Avenue, El Cajon

Distance: 0.1 miles

San Diego Arabic Baptist church

402 East Washington Avenue, El Cajon

Distance: 0.1 miles

St Michael Chaldean Catholic

799 East Washington Avenue, El Cajon

Distance: 0.3 miles

Resident Review Score
8.9
|
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