We are a skilled nursing home focused on the safety, wellness, and healing of our patients

We are a skilled nursing home focused on the safety, wellness, and healing of our patients

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“What an amazing experience was to stay at University Care Center. I was treated like family & love all the staff, nurses & physical therapy.”


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“I was there after heart surgery. The entire staff is wonderful. The nurses are caring and would do anything for you. Fortunate I went there.”


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“Look no further if you want an excellent physical therapy team and a caring nursing team. Highly recommended.”

Take a virtual tour

Selecting a skilled nursing facility can be challenging but—as they say—pictures can be worth a thousand words. We invite you to get to know us a little better by taking a virtual photo tour.

Take a virtual tour

Selecting a skilled nursing facility can be challenging but—as they say—pictures can be worth a thousand words. We invite you to get to know us a little better by taking a virtual photo tour or watching our overview video.

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We are a 4-Star-Rated Medicare Facility

Our patients take comfort in knowing that we are rated 4 Stars by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS). Nursing homes are rated from 1-5 stars based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. According to CMS, a rating of four stars means that quality is “above average.”

We are a 4-Star-Rated Medicare Facility

Our patients take comfort in knowing that we are rated 4 Stars by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS). Nursing homes are rated from 1-5 stars based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. According to CMS, a rating of four stars means that quality is “above average.”

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Convenient Location

Conveniently located a few miles from several award-winning hospitals and with easy access to major freeways.

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24/7 Nursing Care

At University Care Center, we believe in patient-centered care. That’s why we ensure licensed nurses are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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Expansive Rehab Gym

Your successful recovery and quick return home begins in our expansive, state-of-the-art rehab gym under the guidance of licensed experts.

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Spacious Courtyards & Common Areas

Patients and family enjoy visiting and resting in our beautiful courtyards and lobby.

Therapeutic Gardening with Eldergrow

Eldergrow offers residents a therapeutic connection to nature through their innovative gardening programs. Residents enjoy twice-monthly, on-site sessions led by trained Eldergrow educators to promote physical, cognitive, and spiritual health.

Therapeutic Gardening with Eldergrow

Eldergrow offers residents a therapeutic connection to nature through their innovative gardening programs. Residents enjoy twice-monthly, on-site sessions led by trained Eldergrow educators to promote physical, cognitive, and spiritual health.

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Send a Greeting!

Ecards are a simple and thoughtful way to let your loved one(s) know you are thinking of them. Choose from our growing collection of Ecard designs, personalize it with a greeting, email it to us, and we will hand-deliver it to the patient of your choice.

Send a Greeting!

Ecards are a simple and thoughtful way to let your loved one(s) know you are thinking of them. Choose from our growing collection of Ecard designs, personalize it with a greeting, email it to us, and we will hand-deliver it to the patient of your choice.

Get in touch

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Front Desk Phone

(619) 583-1993


Office Hours

Monday – Friday: 8 am – 7 pm
Weekends: 9 am – 6:30 pm

24/7 Admission Support
Tel: (619) 583-1993
Fax: (619) 583-9748

Street Address
5602 University Avenue
San Diego, CA 92105
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