University Care Center

5602 University Ave, San Diego CA, 92105


Resident Review Score
9
|
Most Loved

Starting price

$1,425

For this area
$$$

University Care Center is a nursing home in San Diego, CA, with 87 certified beds. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living care and has an independent living option. University Care Center offers multiple therapy services to its residents, including occupational and physical therapists (in-house). In addition, access to a speech therapist is provided.

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 lower than the state average. If the resident needs other services, additional care may increase the cost of care. 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 1.5 hours with licensed nurses (0.5 by an RN and 0.9 by an LPN) and 2.6 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are nine hospitals within 25 miles of University Care Center. The two closest hospitals are Alvarado Hospital Medical Center, which is 2.2 miles away, and Paradise Valley Hospital, which is 4.4 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 4, which is an average rating of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nursing home has an average health inspection rating of 3. The ratings for quality are excellent and the staff ratings are average, with a rating of 3.

Some of the key amenities available at University Care Center are:

  • Activity Center
  • Housekeeping


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) 583-1993

Pricing for University Care Center

$5,046Avg. Local Starting Price
University Care Center$1,425

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$5,682
  • In San Diego$5,046
  • In CA$5,583

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Resident Review Score
9
|
Most Loved
#2 in San Diego, CA

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved28
Loved1
Good0
Average1
Below Average3

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has elicited a mixture of responses from reviewers, many of whom praise the care and facilities, while some criticisms also emerge. Positive comments frequently highlight the cleanliness of the facility and the courteous nature of the staff. Specific praise is given to the rehab team, nursing staff, and the variety of foods and activities offered, indicating a comprehensive approach to care and patient engagement. Many reviewers appreciated the attentiveness and professionalism of the staff, mentioning that nurses and therapists were encouraging and effective, contributing significantly to the recovery and comfort of the patients. Moreover, the community's efforts in maintaining a beautiful and peaceful environment, particularly the patio area, were also commended. The sense of community and teamwork among the staff was frequently mentioned, with reviewers feeling that this fostered a supportive atmosphere for residents.
However, not all feedback was positive. One reviewer expressed dissatisfaction with the physical state of the rehab station and the quality of amenities, noting that furnishings appeared worn and the room and its fixtures required maintenance. Concerns were also raised about the facility's responsiveness to calls and the effectiveness of their communication systems, especially for a patient with dementia and hearing difficulties. Moreover, the same reviewer experienced issues with food not matching the advertised menu and encountered difficulties during the discharge process, including receiving assistance with transportation and mismanagement of personal belongings. Despite these criticisms, many reviewers deemed the care and staff highly preferable, with multiple instances of families and patients expressing gratitude for the level of care received. The positive impact of the facility on patient recovery and the overall sentiment suggest a strong sense of commitment and dedication from the community's staff, despite noted areas for improvement.

AI generated summary of real reviews

ANNUAL DATA

University Care Center


Availability

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

certified beds

87

Ratings

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

overall

5

health inspection

4

quality

5

staff

3

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

4

infection control citations

0

fines

0

amount of fines

$0

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

1

total nurse hours

4

weekend nurse hours

4

weekend rn hours

0

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

44

registered nurses

44

administrators who left

0

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    UNIVERSITY CARE CENTER

  • Ownership type

    For profit - Limited Liability company

  • Federal Provider Number

    55328

  • Provider SSA county code

    470

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    January 10, 1967

  • 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

Amenities

University Care Center


Activity Center
Housekeeping

Activities & Fitness


Activity Center

Trivia

Care


Continence Management

Hospice Care

IV Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Pain Management

Podiatry Services

Restorative Nursing Care

Speech Therapy

Services


Housekeeping

Accommodations


Outdoor Areas

Hospitals


Promise Hospital Of San Diego

5550 University Avenue

Distance: 0.1 miles

University Of Calif, San Diego Medical Ctr D/P Aph

6535 Alvarado Road

Distance: 2.1 miles

Alvarado Hospital Medical Center

6655 Alvarado Road

Distance: 2.2 miles

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Resident Review Score
7.7
|
Loved
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