Edgemoor Distinct Part Skilled Nursing Facility

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• What is the facility like?

  Edgemoor is located in East San Diego County within a residential neighborhood in Santee, California. It is close to the San Diego River and community parks.

  Edgemoor opened in 2009 as a modern two-story facility accommodating 192 residents. It is a restraint-free facility, meaning that residents are not placed in physical restraints that inhibit their freedom of movement. Residents are accommodated in 32-bed “neighborhoods” within the facility, each of which acts as a separate community.

  Within each neighborhood is a greatroom where residents gather to participate in activities, share meals and socialize. The nursing station is open and accessible. Windows throughout the facility let in natural light and overlook landscaped courtyards. Edgemoor has an outdoor exercise circuit for residents in wheelchairs, a therapy gym, and resident gardens. 

• Do residents have private rooms?

  Most resident rooms are considered semi-private because they share a restroom with other residents in their pod, however, the resident’s actual room is in a “private” space from other residents. Each room has an individual flat screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and furniture designed for use by those with disabilities. 

• I’ve heard Edgemoor is a “distinct part” skilled nursing facility, what does that mean?

  Edgemoor is a “distinct part” skilled nursing facility (DP SNF), which means Edgemoor is licensed under the San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital. Regulations vary slightly for distinct part skilled nursing facilities, including the requirements for patient admissions.

• Are there activities for residents?

  Yes, residents of various abilities can participate in a number of fun and therapeutic activities including listening to music, painting ceramics, planned outings, and more. 

• Is care available in languages other than English?

  Edgemoor provides translation services onsite through employees, and via phone, video or in-person through contracted interpreters.

• Do I need to have insurance to receive services at Edgemoor?

  Most patients admitted to Edgemoor are covered under their insurance, typically Medi-Cal.  However, Edgemoor does accept private pay and other insurances with prior authorization.

• Is there a cost to receiving services at Edgemoor?

  Yes, however, most costs are covered by the patient’s insurance, except for the assigned share of cost (similar to a copay).

• Can I visit my loved one while they are at Edgemoor?

  Yes, visitors are welcome at Edgemoor. Suggested visiting hours are between 8 am and 9 pm daily. Visitors must sign in at the Command Center in the lobby and at the nursing station in the neighborhood.
  

• What is the typical length of stay?

  Most patients at Edgemoor are there for long-term care. Short-term stays can occur when placement at a lower level of care or return home is feasible.

• What is the criteria for admission to Edgemoor?

  To be admitted to Edgemoor, residents must:

  • Require skilled nursing care
  • Not be suitable for or unable to find placement at other nursing homes
  • Must have funding (Medi-Cal or private insurance)

  
  For more information on admission to Edgemoor, please call (619) 596-5500 and ask to speak to the Admissions Department, Monday to Friday from 8am to 4:30pm. 

• How can I work at Edgemoor?

  Find available jobs on the County website and use the keyword search “Edgemoor.”

• Can I volunteer at Edgemoor?

  Yes! Volunteers play a key role at Edgemoor providing special services and contributing to our community. Learn more about how you can volunteer at Edgemoor.

• Does Edgemoor accept donations?

  Cash donations are welcome and may be dropped off at any time at Edgemoor (655 Park Center Drive, Santee, CA 92071). If a receipt is required for a cash donation, the donation may be presented to the cashier at Edgemoor’s Cashier Office during the hours of 8:30am-11am and 1pm-2pm.

  Edgemoor is not currently accepting clothing or other types of donations. 

• I am a vendor for Edgemoor. What information do I need to know when visiting the facility?

  For current vendors serving Edgemoor, learn more about entering the facility.

• How do I become a vendor, provider, or contractor for Edgemoor?

  If you are interested in doing business with Edgemoor, you must register on BuyNet. There is no fee for any supplier to register, receive email notifications, download documents, respond to solicitations, or be awarded a contract.

  If you have difficulty with the registration, please call (858) 505-6367 or email cosd_procurement@sdcounty.ca.gov for assistance. Viewing and downloading solicitations do not require registration. However, to participate in submitting a response to a solicitation, you will be asked to log in or register. Register with BuyNet today and receive notice of business opportunities from the County of San Diego. The County does not mail out bid notices to contractors but relies on BuyNet for all communications.

  The County of San Diego does not utilize prequalified suppliers except as may be identified and established separately under a specific procurement. Our goal is to seek competition for all County requirements for goods and services to the maximum extent possible. For more information, visit the County’s Purchasing and Contracting website.