Parkside Health and Wellness Center
El Cajon, California
444 W Lexington Ave, El Cajon, 92020
Parkside Health and Wellness Center Quality & Safety Report
Excellent
CMS Official Overall: 5★ / 5
CMS data as of March 2026
This score is calculated from three federally reported CMS metrics: Health Inspections (weighted 50%), Staffing levels (25%), and Quality Measures (25%). Facilities with serious safety findings receive score deductions. For centers with 5+ Google reviews, resident feedback contributes 15% of the final score. Learn more →
Safety & Inspections
- Health deficiencies
- National median: 7
CMS data as of March 1, 2026
Staffing breakdown
Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.
- Total nurse staffing
- National median: 4.12 hrs
- Registered nurse (RN) 0.73 hrs
- Licensed practical nurse (LPN) 1.04 hrs
- Certified nursing aide (CNA) 2.69 hrs
- Physical therapy 0.14 hrs
Quality rating trend
Overall rating stable at 5 stars across 18 data points.
- Overall
- Health inspection
- Staffing
- Quality measures
Facility profile
- Type
- Skilled Nursing Facility · Mental health clinic · Nursing home · Physical therapist
- Capacity
- 52 certified beds · ~51 avg residents/day (97% occupancy)
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Payment accepted
- Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)
About
Parkside Health and Wellness Center is a 52-bed, for-profit skilled nursing facility located in El Cajon, California. The center holds a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), with 5-star ratings across the categories of staffing, health inspections, and quality measures. The facility is operated as a corporate-owned entity providing long-term care and rehabilitation services.
Location
444 W Lexington Ave, El Cajon, 92020, El Cajon, CA
Recent reviews
- Jose Manzo ★★★★★ February 1, 2026
5 starts .<br><br>It was awesome 😀<br>Been there for 2 years , food was great and they the staff i could explain but i prefer not too say but there are more then nurses and more .. there awesome 👌<br><br>These are some of my pictures 📸 when I was there ..
- Patrick Diaz ★★★★★ September 28, 2024
Parkside Health and Wellness is a true gem in East County. This facility bravely takes on challenges that others shy away from, providing exceptional care for individuals with mental health and psychiatric conditions. Patients here are treated with genuine rehabilitative and habilitative care, ensuring they can safely transition back into the community. What truly sets Parkside apart is their holistic approach—seeing each patient as a whole person, not just a condition. The leadership team, with a decade of committed servant leadership and clinical excellence, continues to innovate and raise the bar in providing care for those society often overlooks. Their unwavering dedication and compassion make Parkside Health and Wellness a beacon of hope and healing.
- Rosie gyal ★★★★★ March 3, 2024
One of the best in California, very friendly environment , the staff are very caring and loving towards the residents.
- Alexandra Rebolledo ★★★★★ March 2, 2024
Great facility! The staff are friendly and very caring . One of the best facilities here in Southern California for behavioral health.
- Mandy Marie ★★★★★ March 1, 2024
Parkside does an amazing job in dealing with its residents. They put together A caring place that provides a high quality
Frequently asked questions
- What is the overall CMS rating for Parkside Health and Wellness Center?
- Parkside Health and Wellness Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
- How did Parkside Health and Wellness Center score on health inspections?
- Parkside Health and Wellness Center received a health inspection rating of 5 out of 5 stars from CMS.
- What is the staffing rating for Parkside Health and Wellness Center?
- Parkside Health and Wellness Center has a staffing rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.
- How many beds does Parkside Health and Wellness Center have?
- Parkside Health and Wellness Center has 52 certified beds.
- Does Parkside Health and Wellness Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?
- Yes, Parkside Health and Wellness Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
- Where is Parkside Health and Wellness Center located?
- Parkside Health and Wellness Center is located at 444 W Lexington Ave, El Cajon, 92020, El Cajon, California.
- How can I contact Parkside Health and Wellness Center?
- You can reach Parkside Health and Wellness Center by phone at +1 619-442-7744.
Nearby facilities
- Magnolia Post Acute Care 0.4 mi
635 S Magnolia Ave, El Cajon, 92020
- Somerset Subacute and Care 0.5 mi
151 Claydelle Ave, El Cajon, 92020
- Stillwater Post-Acute 0.8 mi
510 E. Washington Avenue, El Cajon, CA, 92020
- San Diego Post-Acute Center 1.0 mi
1201 South Orange Ave., El Cajon, CA, 92020
- Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center 1.1 mi
622 S Anza St, El Cajon, 92020
About this data
How to read this page
Star ratings vs. Care Quality Score: The Google star rating reflects visitor and family opinions collected from public reviews. The Care Quality Score is an independent metric derived entirely from federal inspection data — the two measure different things, and comparing them side-by-side gives a fuller picture.
Where this data comes from
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