Considering Belmont Village La Jolla in La Jolla? It's a CCLD-licensed RCFE with 148 licensed beds (license #374602885). Below are the verified facts plus a practical framework for deciding if it's the right fit.
| Provider | Belmont Village La Jolla |
|---|---|
| License type | Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) (CCLD-licensed) |
| City | La Jolla, CA 92122 |
| Address | 3890 Nobel Dr |
| Licensed capacity | 148 beds |
| CCLD license # | 374602885 |
| License status | Licensed |
| County | San Diego County, CA |
How California regulates RCFEs
California licenses Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs) under Health & Safety Code §1569, administered by the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) of CDSS. An RCFE can provide non-medical personal care assistance; a memory care unit operates under the same RCFE license with a CCLD secured-unit endorsement. For higher-acuity needs, a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) licensed under the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is required. Verify any RCFE license at ccld.dss.ca.gov — it's free and takes minutes.
La Jolla location & hospital context
Belmont Village La Jolla is located in La Jolla, San Diego County. Nearby hospitals include UC San Diego Health (Hillcrest), Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Mercy San Diego, UCSD La Jolla. Hospital proximity matters for discharge placements and ongoing specialist access, so families often factor drive time when comparing communities.
What RCFE costs near Belmont Village La Jolla
RCFEs in the La Jolla area typically run $3,800–$6,500 per month (2026). Pricing at any specific community depends on care level, room type, and community size. California's Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) and VA Aid & Attendance (available through the VA San Diego Healthcare System) can offset significant care costs for those who qualify — ask us what applies to your family.
How to evaluate Belmont Village La Jolla
Staffing and transparency are the most important signals at any RCFE. Find out the awake-overnight staffing level, caregiver turnover, and the tenure of the administrator. Ask for an itemized, all-in monthly rate for your parent's specific care level, and what triggers a move to higher-cost care. Probe how the community handles a decline — a fall, new incontinence, or memory changes — and how it communicates with families. Visit more than once, unannounced, and check CCLD inspection history.
Is Belmont Village La Jolla the right fit?
Belmont Village La Jolla is CCLD-licensed for RCFE care in La Jolla; whether it's right for your parent depends on their specific needs, budget, and preferences. A free advisor can compare it head-to-head with other licensed La Jolla-area communities.
Questions to ask when you tour Belmont Village La Jolla
- Is your CCLD license active and what type is it (Standard vs. with Memory Care endorsement)?
- What activities are offered seven days a week — not just weekdays?
- How do you handle a resident fall or medical emergency at 2 a.m.?
- Can I visit unannounced after we've signed?
- Do you have any current CCLD citations or enforcement actions?
Common questions about Belmont Village La Jolla
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How we help with Belmont Village La Jolla
We're a free, local senior-care advisory service — families never pay us. If Belmont Village La Jolla is on your shortlist, we can tell you how it compares to other licensed CCLD options on cost, care level, and availability. We earn nothing unless you choose to move in somewhere and are glad you did. We'll also tell you about strong alternatives in La Jolla that don't pay us.
About this page: the facility facts above come from California CCLD/CDSS licensing data. We don't publish unverified reviews or ratings — we share the public record and help you evaluate the community in person. Confirm the current license at ccld.dss.ca.gov before you sign anything.