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Sungarden Terrace

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2045 Skyline Drive, Lemon Grove, CA 91945110 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
3.3/5

based on 17 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility offers a lovely social atmosphere and excellent dining, which can greatly benefit residents' quality of life. However, you must investigate the staffing levels in the memory care unit personally, as multiple families have reported dangerous periods of unmonitored care and frequent resident falls.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

17 reviews on Google
Families considering Sungarden Terrace will find a community praised for its warm, caring staff and a well-maintained environment that feels like home. However, there are serious, recurring allegations regarding inadequate staffing in the memory care unit and failure to manage resident falls. While some residents thrive in the social atmosphere, others have reported distressing experiences involving sudden evictions and lack of professional oversight.

Quality Themes

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Food10.0Staff4.0Clean5.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory2.0Comms1.0Value1.0

Strengths

  • Warm and caring caregivers
  • Well-maintained and inviting facility
  • Engaging activities and social events
  • Strong sense of community

Concerns

  • Inadequate staffing and lack of licensed personnel in memory care (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Frequent resident falls and poor incident communication (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Unprofessional or rude management behavior (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

18%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about the warm and caring caregivers here; how do you ensure that this sense of community stays consistent across all shifts?
  • 2Could you tell us more about the specific types of engaging activities and social events planned for residents each week?
  • 3What is your protocol for communicating with families immediately following a resident fall or a medical incident?
  • 4Regarding the memory care wing, what specific licensed personnel or specialized training are available to support residents with cognitive needs?
  • 5How does the management team stay in touch with families to address any concerns or provide updates on resident care?
  • 6In the event of a medical emergency after hours, what is the immediate process for notifying both the medical team and our family?

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Key Review Excerpts

I truly believe this facility helped considerably to save my life. I will always be grateful.

Long-term resident · 2026★★★★

The care here is wonderful and they have so many activities. The food is outstanding! And I am a foodie.

Family of resident in assisted living and memory care · 2020★★★★★

Every time we go to visit my mother-in-law it is even clear that the staff at Sungarden Terrace genuinely care about their residents and go above and beyond to make sure they are well cared for and feel at home.

Family of resident · 2021★★★★★
Source: 17 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: CA Community Care Licensing Division

17total
4 Type A— immediate health risk
Clean record— no deficiencies found
Apr 23, 2026Complaint
Clean

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Apr 23, 2026Other
Clean

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Mar 27, 2026Inspection
Clean

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Mar 19, 2026Complaint
Clean

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Feb 12, 2026Complaint
Clean

This report details an investigation into three allegations: lack of hot water, uncomfortable temperatures, and poor food quality. The investigator found that all allegations were unsubstantiated after reviewing facility logs, conducting staff and resident interviews, and performing facility tours. The facility was found to be compliant with current regulations regarding water temperature, environmental comfort, and food service.

Feb 12, 2026Complaint
Clean

This report details an investigation into three allegations: lack of hot water, uncomfortable temperatures, and poor food quality. The investigator found that all allegations were unsubstantiated after reviewing facility logs, conducting staff and resident interviews, and performing facility tours. The facility was found to be compliant with current regulations regarding water temperature, environmental comfort, and food service.

Aug 25, 2025Other
Clean

The inspection was an unannounced Case Management - Incident visit following a self-submitted incident report. Two Type A deficiencies were cited related to resident rights and personnel reporting of abuse, both posing immediate health risks. The facility was required to develop a Plan of Correction for both violations.

Aug 18, 2025Complaint
Clean

This report details an investigation into a complaint received on June 20, 2025, regarding alleged staff neglect and policy violations. The Licensing Program Analyst found that there was not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations occurred, resulting in the allegations being unsubstantiated.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Sd Commercial, LLC

Administrator

SUSAN O'SHAUGHNESSY

Source: State licensing data

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