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Care homes in El Cajon

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Licensed homes appear A–Z within the visible map area. Counts describe records, not openings. Care and costs still need confirmation with each home.

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    El Cajon, CA

    A Quiet Sunset

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,700a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,700–$7,000

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

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    El Cajon, CA

    Assisted Living at Woodburn

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,500a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,500–$6,800

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 14 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

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    El Cajon, CA

    Blossom Valley Residential Care

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,750a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,700–$7,050

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 21 small homes and similar homes within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementia

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

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    El Cajon, CA

    Bosworth Garden

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,500a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,500–$6,750

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

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    El Cajon, CA

    Care Plus Mansion

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Starting rate$3,500a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
    Daily lifeActivities On-siteJapaneseFilipinoReported by the home · sources

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    El Cajon, CA

    Carroll's Residential Care

    Large communityLicensed for 144 residents

    Estimated starting rate$3,450a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $2,650–$4,400

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 11 communities with 50 or more beds within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

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    El Cajon, CA

    Casa El Cajon

    Large communityLicensed for 99 residents

    Estimated starting rate$4,150a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $3,200–$5,250

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 11 communities with 50 or more beds within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

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    Care in the state record
    Wheelchair

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

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    Daily lifeActivities On-siteReported by the home · sources

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    El Cajon, CA

    Dehesa View Manor

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,550a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,550–$6,800

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 21 small homes and similar homes within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

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    El Cajon, CA

    El Cajon Elder Care

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,250a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,300–$6,500

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 20 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    El Cajon, CA

    El Cajon Senior Care Home

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,300a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,350–$6,500

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 18 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    El Cajon, CA

    Epic Assistance Care Home 4

    Mid-size homeLicensed for 15 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,100a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,700

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 14 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    El Cajon, CA

    Good Samaritan Retirement Home

    Large communityLicensed for 110 residents

    Estimated starting rate$3,450a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $2,650–$4,350

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 11 communities with 50 or more beds within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
    Daily lifeGardenActivities On-siteEnglishReported by the home · sources

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    El Cajon, CA

    Jobeth Home Care

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Starting rate$4,650a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    El Cajon, CA

    La Cruz Senior Care

    Mid-size homeLicensed for 8 residents

    Starting rate$6,500a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

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    Daily lifePrivate roomsGardenMovie nightsReported by the home · sources

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    El Cajon, CA

    La Valhalla Residential Care

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Starting rate$4,000a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

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    El Cajon, CA

    La Vida Real

    Large communityLicensed for 177 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,050a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $3,900–$6,400

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 14 communities with 50 or more beds within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
    Daily lifeHoliday PartiesActivities On-siteTrivia GamesReported by the home · sources

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    El Cajon, CA

    Lexington House

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Starting rate$5,500a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    El Cajon, CA

    Lo-Har Senior Living

    Large communityLicensed for 68 residents

    Estimated starting rate$3,850a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $3,000–$4,900

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 communities with 50 or more beds within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
    Daily lifeHoliday PartiesActivities On-siteBBQs or PicnicsReported by the home · sources

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    El Cajon, CA

    Lucie's Cozy Cottage

    Mid-size homeLicensed for 9 residents

    Starting rate$5,500a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
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    El Cajon, CA

    Meadow Creek Villa

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Starting rate$5,500a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    Wheelchair

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
    Daily lifeVegetarian optionsReported by the home · sources

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    El Cajon, CA

    New Dawn Senior Care Home

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,300a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,350–$6,550

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
    Daily lifeActivities On-siteEnglishSpanishReported by the home · sources

    Website details can change. Confirm the preferences that matter before choosing.

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    El Cajon, CA

    Noble Living II

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Starting rate$7,000a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

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    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospiceBedridden

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record
    Daily lifeEnglishVegetarian optionsReported by the home · sources

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    El Cajon, CA

    Paradise Elderly Facility Care

    Small homeLicensed for 6 residents

    Estimated starting rate$5,600a month to startCovelight estimate · likely $4,550–$6,850

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

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    Care license
    Assisted living

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

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    El Cajon, CA

    Parkway Gardens Retirement Care Home

    Mid-size homeLicensed for 15 residents

    Starting rate$3,500a month to startListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

    Ask: “What is the full monthly cost, and what could add to it?”

    See the full cost breakdown
    Care in the state record
    WheelchairDementiaHospice

    CDSS public record · Sep 13, 2026

    Some clearances are bed- or room-specific. Ask the home about current support and admission requirements.

    See full state record

Showing 24 of 33 homes in this area

A guide to care in El Cajon.

Licensed care homes
34
Homes with 6 or fewer beds
24
ALW program listings
5

CDSS licensing records, refreshed September 13, 2026; DHCS program list, checked September 13, 2026. Counts do not describe current openings.

Read the local overview

El Cajon has 34 state-licensed residential care homes for the elderly on the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) licensing record, last refreshed September 13, 2026: 24 small board-and-care homes (licensed for 6 or fewer residents), 5 mid-size homes (7–15), and 5 larger assisted-living communities (16 or more). 5 participate in Medi-Cal's Assisted Living Waiver (DHCS participant list, checked September 13, 2026). For county-level context, assisted living in San Diego County typically runs $5,000–$7,500/mo and small board-and-care homes $4,000–$6,500/mo (market research compiled June 2026 — ranges, not quotes); California's 2026 SSI/SSP payment standard is $1,626.07/month, of which $1,444.07 is the room-and-board portion paid to the home.

All 34 licensed care homes in El Cajon

Source: California Department of Social Services licensing record, refreshed September 13, 2026. Listed alphabetically — homes are never ranked and never pay to appear.

  • A Quiet Sunset

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1233 Cresthill Rd · License #374604972

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Assisted Living at Woodburn

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1727 Woodburn St · License #374604831

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • Blossom Valley Residential Care

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 10044 Blossom Valley Rd · License #374604890

    LicensedDementiaWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Bosworth Garden

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1340 Bosworth Street · License #374604569

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • Care Plus Mansion

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 2579 Windmill View Road · License #374603102

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Carroll's Residential Care

    Large community · licensed for 144 · 655 S Mollison Ave · License #374604690

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedriddenMedi-Cal ALW
  • Casa El Cajon

    Large community · licensed for 99 · 306 Shady Lane · License #370804788

    LicensedWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Dehesa View Manor

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 5610 Dehesa Rd. · License #374604799

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • El Cajon Elder Care

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1412 Groveland Terrace · License #374604796

    LicensedWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • El Cajon Senior Care Home

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 571 Terra Lane · License #374603722

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Epic Assistance Care Home 4

    Mid-size home · licensed for 15 · 1061 E Bradley Ave · License #374604818

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryMedi-Cal ALW
  • Good Samaritan Retirement Home

    Large community · licensed for 110 · 1515 Jamacha Way · License #374600950

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedriddenMedi-Cal ALW
  • Jobeth Home Care

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1989 Woodglen Way · License #374603712

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • La Cruz Senior Care

    Mid-size home · licensed for 8 · 1882 Euclid Avenue · License #374603870

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • La Valhalla Residential Care

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1701 La Valhalla Pl · License #374604204

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • La Vida Real

    Large community · licensed for 177 · 11588 Via Rancho San Diego · License #374603565

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • Lexington House

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 180 W. Lexington Ave. · License #374604371

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • Lo-Har Senior Living

    Large community · licensed for 68 · 768 Dorothy St · License #374604171

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryMedi-Cal ALW
  • Lucie's Cozy Cottage

    Mid-size home · licensed for 9 · 7909 Western Trails Drive · License #374604015

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • Meadow Creek Villa

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 11443 Meadow Creek Road · License #374602643

    LicensedWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • New Dawn Senior Care Home

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 789 Skyview Street · License #374603307

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • Noble Living II

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 505 Hills Lane Dr · License #374603913

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • Paradise Elderly Facility Care

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1077 E Bradley Ave · License #374604961

    LicensedCare clearances not on file — see the state record
  • Parkway Gardens Retirement Care Home

    Mid-size home · licensed for 15 · 660 Van Houten Ave · License #374603513

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Pine Tree Home 2

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 2013 Flying Hills Court · License #374604301

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • Renaissance Living II

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 12536 Jackson Hill Ln · License #374604105

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedriddenMedi-Cal ALW
  • Renaissance Living III

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 423 Avocado Ave · License #374604442

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • San Diego Senior Care Living

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1955 Brookhurst Dr · License #374605004

    LicensedWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • Senior Care & Comfort Living

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1019 Greenfield Drive · License #374603156

    LicensedDementiaWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Sierra Sunshine Care

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1355 Hacienda Dr. · License #374604696

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • St Joseph Caregiving

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 719 Taft Avenue · License #374604963

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatoryBedridden
  • Summer Place

    Mid-size home · licensed for 10 · 1739 Summer Place Dr · License #374604834

    LicensedHospiceBedridden
  • Thrive Elder Care 2

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1308 Hacienda Drive · License #374605067

    LicensedDementiaHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory
  • Villa Alegre

    Small home · licensed for 6 · 1938 Hidden Springs Drive · License #374602919

    LicensedHospiceWheelchair / non-ambulatory

Which care homes are licensed in El Cajon?

As of September 13, 2026, the California Department of Social Services licensing record lists 34 residential care facilities for the elderly with an active license in El Cajon (San Diego County). Each appears in the full alphabetical list above with its licensed capacity, license status, state-recorded care clearances, and a link to its complete state record on this site.

Is “board and care” different from “assisted living” in El Cajon?

The label follows licensed capacity, not a different license. Of El Cajon's 34 licensed homes, 24 are small board-and-care homes licensed for 6 or fewer residents, 5 are mid-size homes licensed for 7–15, and 5 are larger assisted-living communities licensed for 16 or more (CDSS license-capacity records, refreshed September 13, 2026). All hold the same state RCFE license.

Does Medi-Cal help pay for assisted living in El Cajon?

Yes — at participating homes, through Medi-Cal's Assisted Living Waiver (ALW), which pays for care services, not room and board. 5 of El Cajon's 34 licensed homes appear on the DHCS ALW participant list, checked September 13, 2026; San Diego County has 88 participating homes in all. Participating homes carry a “Medi-Cal ALW” marker in the list above.

Medi-Cal / ALW homes in El CajonMedi-Cal / ALW homes in San Diego CountyAssisted living on Medi-Cal in California

What do state records show for care homes in El Cajon?

Recency, not ratings: state inspectors filed 87 inspection and complaint-investigation documents dated in the past 12 months, covering 31 of El Cajon's 34 licensed homes (CDSS facility records, retrieved September 13, 2026). We publish each home's documents on its own page — dated and verbatim, never scored or summarized. Open any home in the list above to read its record.