Villa Coronado D/P SNF
Scout 100Coronado, CA · 122 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Coronado's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,230–$16,870/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingCMS verified
Stillwater Post-Acute
510 E. Washington Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020 · San Diego County
Stillwater Post Acute is located in sunny El Cajon, CA, and provides residents with a dedicated, professional staff that is equipped with strengths and talents to deliver the best possible care on a consistent basis. Our full team of therapists specializes in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care to get each re…
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
Photos via facility website.
Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 97% full (249 of 256 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in El Cajon
Stillwater Post-Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in El Cajon, CA, with 256 certified beds and an average of about 249 residents per day. It operates as part of the Links Healthcare Group network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.91 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.57 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 21 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.91 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •21 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated El Cajon options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 256
- Avg. residents/day
- 249
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Links Healthcare Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555076
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $11,230–$16,870/mo (median $13,580) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local San Diego prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.91
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.57
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 45.9%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 21
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-18
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (62 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-04-18Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-04-18Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2025-04-18Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2025-04-18Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-04-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-04-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-04-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
510 E. Washington Avenue, El Cajon, CA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Stillwater Post-Acute
How much does Stillwater Post-Acute cost?
Stillwater Post-Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the El Cajon, CA area typically runs $11,230–$16,870 per month (median $13,580, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Stillwater Post-Acute's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Stillwater Post-Acute 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Stillwater Post-Acute?
Staff provide about 3.91 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Stillwater Post-Acute?
Stillwater Post-Acute has 62 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Stillwater Post-Acute have availability?
Typically 97% full (249 of 256 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Stillwater Post-Acute offer?
Stillwater Post-Acute in El Cajon, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 256 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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