I'm a Vietnam veteran that suffered agent orange I fell down my stairs and ended up in the hospital I then went to Encinitas Nursing and Rehab I really like the rehab Department they're friendly and very on time and courteous and the CNAs are bright cheery and help me in every way the food is so-so but what do you expect from a nursing home thank you for listening Craig SteRN read more

I am giving them one star because they had some nice folks in the physical therapy department. I would give negative stars if I could for members of their administration staff who are completely incapable of helping you when you are at your most desperate stage. My mom was a resident there for nearly 4 months and all I can say is avoid this facility at all costs. You need these folks to communicate with you so badly and they are not even capable of doing so much as returning a call. You need their help. Bad. Maybe they have never had a loved one of their own who was very sick and under someone else's care? When this happens you're desperate for answers and help. Joseph Franz is the executive director and should be held accountable for their completely cold and uncaring demeanor and attitude. I am so disappointed in them and sad to have to write this. Maybe they can get better and work on things like compassion and understanding when people are going through a crisis? To them you are a number, a commodity, a bed. This is not the case at all facilities so please choose wisely. read more

Jill after I had a full knee revision advised me this place was a 5 star rehab facility. I wanted to go only to get a head start in my recovery using their PT Department. When I arrived, entering the front door a peppermint mist smell engulfed me, used to cover up the smell of urine. Used as an acute nursing facility primarily I stayed for 5 days because I signed the agreement with Jill the sales person for this nursing facility. I was in bad pain from the surgery when I arrived and needing pain management it took more than 14 hours for them to get my medications onboard. Dr Vu, the PT, and the occupational therapist were kind, and deserve recognition for it. The food was horrible like feeding prisoners in jail. You get a shower every 2 days in a community shower. Several staff members were helpful but reeked of cigarette smoke. It was noisy at night so sleep was hit and miss at best. The nursing staff for the most part were kind but the front desk crew left a lot to be desired. I sure hope I never have to be placed in a facility like this later in life. 1 star is my rating because you can't have 0. read more

When you listen to their telephone recording they make laughable claims. They claim to be a five-star nursing home and have an ocean view, the only one in San Diego County. The Ocean view is kept only for people in specific rooms. There is no Ocean view for the other residents. My husband has been there three years, the family/visiting room has not materialized yet. Consequently, you have nowhere to go to be alone with your loved one. This place is cold, and unwelcoming. This is the best of the information I can give you. I have contacted the department of public health three times for assistance. The first time was when my husband walked out (he has dementia) and was found by an employee who works in the laundry walking down Santa Fe. No one knew he was missing. Recently he was taken by ambulance between 4 and 5 AM with a terrific gash on his head. No explanation for it. The nursing home did not know where the ambulance took my husband. I had to make multiple phone calls to get this information. People are afraid to make complaints about abuses to their loved ones at nursing homes. They think the nursing home will treat their loved ones worse. Had it not been for me and my frequent visits, my husband would not have gotten half the bad care he gets now. read more

Our daughter was treated there after a horrendous accident..hit by a car. She spent three weeks there rehabilitating enough so that she would be able to fly home to New York on March 1, 2017 . The entire nursing and physical therapy & occupational therapy staff was amazing. There is absolutely no way we could ever thank them enough read more

I would like to Thank the staff for taking such good care of my mom. They were there for all of her "end of life needs" and that meant a lot to my family. read more

Excellent Thanksgiving dinner for residence and family last night. Penny, the Activity Director did a great job bringing families together in a very festive and warm environment. The prime rib dinner was absolutely delicious. Thank you to the chef also to prepare such a delicious meal for everyone. read more

Having had two experiences at Encinitas Nursing and Rehab Center. I can honestly say I would rather drain my retirement savings to have home care rather than go back there. My first experience, in 2003, I was there about three hours; I left after getting no dinner, no help with bathroom when I called, and finally having medications brought to me that were for the patient in the room prior to me, and actually being yelled out by a non-nursing staff member that they were mine, even though I didn't recognize any of them and he didn't know what they were. The second time I was there was in January 2017. I was put in a bed that literally had about three inches between the bed and the wall on one side, and about three inches between the bed and the curtain on the other. I did not know I had a table with typical hospital toiletries until the day I left, when I noticed it on the other side of the curtain. The above bed light was controlled by a chain that was broken, which I could not reach, and was not repaired. The pictures of the rooms on their website were apparently taken of rooms hidden away somewhere. I was purposely, quite literally repeatedly jammed with an index finger by an LVN on my back incision. Snacks were thrown to me across the room. I had to plead to be taken to the shower on my fourth day there. It was three days before I received physical therapy, the sole reason I was there. I was not provided any information about the facility until I was ready to leave, and received "admission" forms - about 50 pages - at home about two weeks later. I usually had to ask repeatedly for medication. The staff gossiped loudly in the halls during the night; some even had their children with them who were running up and down the halls. Staff who were assigned to me didn't know what I was there for. It was the most unprofessional environment I have ever been in. I returned there the second time ONLY because an outside banner proudly stated they were one of the nation's 100 best such facilities, and they had new management. After an internet search when I was home, I found the facility is still OWNED by Covenant Care. Finally, I started receiving statements and phone calls saying I owned money to them. This was totally incorrect, as I had NO co-payments, which even THEIR admission forms stated. They even threatened to send my account to a collection agency, which I thwarted by sending paperwork copies to the agency before that happened. Almost five months later, I am still receiving bills, even after the insurance company contacted them. The only positive comment I can make about Encinitas Nursing and Rehab Center is that the food was pretty good for a medical facility. read more

I am currently a patient at Encinitas nursing and rehabilitation center getting rehab. The staff are very caring and attentive and takes care of all of my needs. They are also very nice and I definitely recommend this facility to anyone who has rehab needs. read more

I see that my review of last year was relegated to the Not Recommended section. So why bother writing again? My brother died in December. I have great memories of the people who tried hard to care for him, and bitter memories of those who didn't. Encinitas Nursing and Rehab is at the top of my list of those who did NOT care. They lied, neglected him, endangered his life, then dumped him back at the hospital under false pretenses. The guilty parties at this facility are the people running it--there were some good CNA's and RN's who tried to be conscientious and helpful. The DON and facility director were liars and have hearts of stone. read more

I was so impressed by the hard work that the nursing put into their job, every time I come to visit I see them practically running to assist their patents. The administration is very approachable and answered any question that had. I would definitely consider Encinitas Nursing and Rehab a top notch facility! read more

As an R.N. (retired) for 50 years I feel humbly qualified to assess my total care and all the extras provided at this facility. My medical treatment and coverage for my issues couldn't have been better even in an acute setting. Dr. Given visited me multiple times a week and spent time discussing my current treatment plan, etc. (a lot longer than anyone, anywhere these days). Attention like this just doesn't exist in medicine anymore and I'm very thankful for it. The physical and occupational therapists got me up and going everyday (even when I didn't think I could) and I was able to walk again. Everyone, down to the nurse's assistants were very serious and well trained. I guess you'd say I highly recommend this facility. read more

If neglect is what you want for your loved one, send them here. There's a reason they can't fill the beds - the place is half empty and half staffed. On the weekends, there is no staff. If your patient can't feed themselves, you had better be there to do it for them. If your patient has any kind of "episode" don't expect the nursing staff to notice. The food is atrocious, and they provide very little in the area of personal grooming. Send your loved one to Aviara. At least you'll know they'll live through it. read more

I would never take my love one is this facilities not friendly or caring !!!!

Over the years I have taken my piano students to perform for the residents at the Encinitas Nursing and Rehab. Center many times. It was recently remodeled and is a nice building, clean, well-decorated, smells nice (not foul like most nursing homes). The staff are friendly and so gentle with the patients. I wouldn't hesitate choosing this facility for my aging parents. read more

My 76 yr old mother was transferred from Scripps hospital to Encinitas nursing and Rehab Center to finish her recovery after a terrible fall on a treadmill at the gym. She spent 10 days there doing Physical therapy and rehab. The whole experience for her and are family was absaloutly wonderful. The staff was very attentive to my mother and caring. We were pleased to know that a lot of the CNA's and nurses had been there , some for more than 15 and 20 yrs. I cant say enough about the Activities Director Penny, that was amazing. She made sure my mom went to social events and even brought things to my moms room for her to read occupy some time while healing. I would greatly recommend this place to anyone who needs care for a family member, short or long term. My Mom is now back home and is fully recovered.Thank you Encinitas Nursing and Rehab Center! read more

My mother was a patient at Encinitas Nursing and Rehabilitation and received excellent care. The staff, when asked, communicate that they are happy in their jobs and that is reflected in their care. They treat even the most infirm and elderly with respect. My mother was in a wheel chair and unable to speak yet the staff spoke to her with warmth and were able to successfully communicate. She received PT, OT and speech therapy and was given the freedom to scoot her wheelchair to activities, the dining room and to visit others. The staff displayed an excellent attention to patient hygeine and facility cleanliness. . Though the physical facility is old, the paint and flooring are fresh. I am a physician and have experience with a number of facilities in north county and was impressed with ENR. The director of nursing, Sandra and the administrator should be commended for their leadership as this skilled nursing facility is excellently run. read more