Nursing home

Capistrano Beach Care Center

35410 Del Rey, Dana Point, CA 92624

★★★★★Overall Medicare rating
★★★★★Health inspections
★★★★★Staffing
★★★★★Quality measures

Medicare rates every nursing home from 1 to 5 stars. 5 is much above average, 1 is much below.

Findings, latest cycle26
Findings with harm or immediate jeopardy, 3 cycles0
Fines, 3 years$0
Beds93

Inspection findings

Inspectors recorded 80 findings in the last three inspection cycles.

73 No harm, but a risk of harm7 No harm, minimal risk

Each entry below is a requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet on that date, in the regulator's own English wording.

Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
May 28, 2026Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 27, 2026
May 28, 2026Resident assessment and care planningSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (F0842)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 27, 2026
Nov 19, 2025Building and environmentMake sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. (F0925)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Building and environmentKeep all essential equipment working safely. (F0908)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Resident assessment and care planningSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (F0842)No harm, minimal risk
pattern
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025AdministrationConduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. (F0838)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Food and nutritionDispose of garbage and refuse properly. (F0814)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Food and nutritionHave a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. (F0813)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Food and nutritionProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (F0812)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Food and nutritionProvide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. (F0810)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Food and nutritionEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. (F0806)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Food and nutritionEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. (F0805)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Food and nutritionEnsure 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. (F0803)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Food and nutritionProvide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. (F0802)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Food and nutritionEmploy sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. (F0801)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure 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. (F0761)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors. (F0760)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Quality of life and careProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (F0695)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Quality of life and careProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (F0692)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. (F0605)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. (F0585)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Nov 19, 2025Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. (F0578)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Dec 19, 2025
Sep 11, 2025Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, minimal risk
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Oct 11, 2025
Earlier inspections (53)
Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
May 29, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 28, 2025
May 29, 2025Resident rightsEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. (F0552)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 28, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 23, 2025
Jan 16, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 15, 2025
Jan 16, 2025Resident rightsProperly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. (F0568)No harm, minimal risk
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 15, 2025
Sep 20, 2024Building and environmentMake sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. (F0925)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Building and environmentKeep all essential equipment working safely. (F0908)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024AdministrationArrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. (F0849)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024AdministrationInform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. (F0847)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Food and nutritionDispose of garbage and refuse properly. (F0814)No harm, minimal risk
pattern
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Food and nutritionProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (F0812)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Food and nutritionProvide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. (F0800)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Pharmacy and medicationsImplement 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. (F0758)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Pharmacy and medicationsProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Quality of life and careProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. (F0697)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Quality of life and careProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (F0695)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Quality of life and careProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (F0692)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Resident assessment and care planningEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641)No harm, minimal risk
pattern
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Resident assessment and care planningAssess the resident when there is a significant change in condition (F0637)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Resident rightsProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. (F0623)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Resident rightsKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. (F0583)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. (F0578)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. (F0565)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Resident rightsAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. (F0554)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Resident rightsEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. (F0552)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Oct 20, 2024
Jul 22, 2024Resident rightsLet each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. (F0573)No harm, minimal risk
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 21, 2024
Jul 3, 2024Building and environmentMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. (F0921)No harm, minimal risk
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 2, 2024
Apr 2, 2024Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors. (F0760)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: May 2, 2024
Feb 29, 2024Building and environmentKeep all essential equipment working safely. (F0908)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 29, 2024
Feb 29, 2024Food and nutritionEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (F0804)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 29, 2024
Feb 29, 2024Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. (F0757)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 29, 2024
Feb 29, 2024Quality of life and careProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (F0692)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 29, 2024
Dec 27, 2023Abuse, neglect and exploitationProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (F0600)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 27, 2024
Dec 9, 2021Infection controlEducate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. (F0887)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Resident assessment and care planningSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (F0842)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Food and nutritionHave a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. (F0813)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Food and nutritionProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (F0812)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Food and nutritionEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. (F0806)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Food and nutritionEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. (F0805)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Food and nutritionEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (F0804)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Food and nutritionEnsure 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. (F0803)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Food and nutritionEmploy sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. (F0801)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure 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. (F0761)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Pharmacy and medicationsProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Resident rightsHonor 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. (F0584)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 6, 2022

Fines and payment denials

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Staffing

Nurse staff hours per resident per day4.15California median: 4.27
Registered nurse hours per resident per day0.43California median: 0.52
Nurse staff hours on weekends3.70California median: 3.85
Nursing staff who left within a year40.0%California median: 36.0%

About this home

Beds93
Residents per day, average70.1
OwnershipFor-profit, limited liability company
Legal business nameCapo Beach Healthcare LLC
In Medicare/Medicaid sinceDec 31, 1971

Questions to ask when you call

Source. Medicare Care Compare (CMS Provider Data), data dated Oct 1, 2026. Open this home on Medicare.gov
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