St. Paul's Plaza is a residential care home for the elderly (RCFE) in Chula Vista, San Diego County, California — state license #374603643, with a licensed capacity of 300, listed as closed, change of ownership in the CDSS record we retrieved August 2, 2026. It does not appear on the DHCS Assisted Living Waiver participant list checked August 9, 2026 — that list covers the state waiver only, not a home's own payment arrangements. California has 32 dated inspection and complaint documents on file for this home going back to 2021, the most recent dated March 19, 2026 — published below in full, verbatim and unscored.
The state record lists this licence as “Closed, Change of Ownership”. A closed licence cannot admit residents. We keep closed licences published because “is this place licensed?” deserves an honest answer.
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Since 2021, the state has visited this home 33 times and filed 32 documents. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 19, 2026.
The state's published file for this home includes 14 documents with transcribed findings, dated December 27, 2021 to October 29, 2025. 14 of the 14 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (6), “Unsubstantiated” (8). 14 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word.
Summary composed by computer from the 14 documents below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.
What the state’s words mean
Mar 19, 2026Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Mar 19, 2026Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Jan 29, 2026Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Nov 25, 2025Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Oct 29, 2025Unsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not maintain the facility clean Staff did not meet resident's hygiene needs Staff did not receive required training
On October 29, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marisela Garcia-Centeno conducted an unannounced complaint visit to deliver investigative findings for the allegations listed above. LPA met with Executive Director Kim Stratman to present the investigative findings. The Department’s investigation included a facility tour, record review, and interviews with staff and external sources. On December 6, 2023, Community Care Licensing (CCL) received a complaint alleging that staff did not maintain the facility in a clean condition. Specifically, it was alleged that staff failed to clean Resident 1’s (R1’s) bathroom, which had feces on the floor and toilet, and that R1 tracked the feces from the bathroom into other areas of the room. Specific details regarding the date and time of the incident were not disclosed during the investigation. (Continue at LIC9099C) Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 29, 2025 · control 08-AS-20231206111416
Jul 21, 2025Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Jul 17, 2025Unsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not follow infection control protocols.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ramon Serrano conducted an unannounced complaint visit to investigate and deliver findings on the above allegation. LPA met with Resident Clinical Specialist Chardonnay Blue and we discussed the purpose of the visit and elements of the complaint. Community Care Licensing (CCL) has investigated the above allegations. The investigation consisted of records review, interviews with facility staff, resident and outside sources. It was alleged that facility staff did not follow infection control protocols. It was reported that Resident 1 (R1) had an infectious skin condition (scabies) and was not isolated in their room in the memory care unit. It was also reported that facility staff were not following infection control protocols including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). LPA reviewed R1's physician's report dated March 5, 2025. R1 has a diagnosis of vascular dementia with behavior disturbance and R1 is confused and disoriented at times. R1's cathe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 17, 2025 · control 08-AS-20250522163321
May 12, 2025Substantiated
Allegation investigated: Lack of supervision resulted in resident sustaining injury
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ramon Serrano conducted an unannounced complaint visit to deliver findings on the above allegation. LPA met with Executive Director Maria Sano and we discussed the purpose of the visit and elements of the complaint. Community Care Licensing (CCL) has investigated the above allegation. The investigation consisted of LPA observation, records review, interviews with staff, residents and outside sources. It was alleged that lack of supervision resulted in Resident 1 (R1) sustaining an injury. It was reported that R1 was pushed to the ground by Resident 2 (R2) resulting in a hematoma on their head. LPA conducted a records review on April 11, 2025. Review of R1's physician's report revealed that R1 had a primary diagnosis of severe dementia with agitation, R1 was not able to leave the facility unassisted and R1 was both confused and disoriented at times. Review of R1's care plan revealed that R1 had a history of falls and as a result, facility interventions wethe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 12, 2025 · control 08-AS-20250404172519
Apr 24, 2025Substantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not prevent a resident from eloping out of a window while in care
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ramon Serrano conducted an unannounced complaint visit to deliver findings on the above allegation. LPA met with Executive Director Maria Sano and we discussed the purpose of the visit and elements of the complaint. Community Care Licensing (CCL) has investigated the above allegation. The investigation consisted of LPA observation, records review, interviews with staff, outside sources and outside agency. It was alleged that facility staff did not prevent a resident from eloping out of a window. It was reported that Resident 1 (R1) fell from a bedroom window in the memory care unit. It was further reported that the fall was approximately eight feet and R1 sustained minor injuries. Substantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 24, 2025 · control 08-AS-20250324154907
Jan 6, 2025Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Jan 6, 2025Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Dec 12, 2024Substantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not ensure toxic chemical was inaccessible to resident
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alyssa Ramirez conducted an unannounced complaint visit to deliver findings on the above allegations. LPA met with Assistant Administrator Maria Sano and discussed the purpose of the visit and elements of the complaint. Community Care Licensing (CCL) has investigated the above allegations. The investigation consisted of records review, interviews with facility staff and clients It was reported to CCL that staff did not ensure toxic chemical was inaccessible to resident. Regarding the allegation, it was reported that resident (R1) mistakenly put nail polish remover in the mouth and immediately spit it out. It was reported that staff were unaware of how the resident got the nail polish remover. [Continued on 9099-C] Substantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 12, 2024 · control 08-AS-20241016172046
Dec 12, 2024Unsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Illegal evicion
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alyssa Ramirez conducted an unannounced complaint visit to deliver findings on the above allegations. LPA met with Assistant Administrator Maria Sa and discussed the purpose of the visit and elements of the complaint. Community Care Licensing (CCL) has investigated the above allegations. The investigation consisted of records review, interviews with facility staff, clients and outside agency. It was reported to CCL that facility issued an illegal eviction. Regarding the allegation, it was reported that a resident (R1) was not allowed to return to the facility and facility did not go through the proper eviction procedure. A review of records availed no record of an eviction given to R1. [Continued on 9099-C] Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 12, 2024 · control 08-AS-20241120143445
Nov 21, 2024Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Nov 21, 2024Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Aug 6, 2024Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Aug 6, 2024Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Jun 19, 2024Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Jun 4, 2024Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Jun 4, 2024Report on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Mar 22, 2024Unsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff inappropriately handled a resident in care
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA)Daniel Pena conducted an unannounced complaint visit to the facility to deliver an investigative finding on the above-mentioned allegation. LPA gained access to the facility, identified himself, and met with Assistant Administrator, Maria Sano to discuss the purpose of the visit. On 4/25/23, the Department received this complaint alleging staff inappropriately handled a resident in care. The Department’s investigation consisted of LPA observation, interviews with pertinent residents and staff, and review of resident and facility records. Interviews revealed an incident that took place at the facility on or around April 14, 2023. Resident 1 (R1) was eating lunch in the pub when another resident (R2) came in and sat down at a table near R1. R1 told the server (Staff 1) staff should not feed R2 because R2 did not have their cane. S1 was confused by the remarks and thought maybe it was an inside joke between R1 and R2. S1 approached R2 and Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 22, 2024 · control 08-AS-20230425104104
Feb 7, 2024Unsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Facility staff did not properly assist resident causing resident to fall and sustain an injury(ries). Facility staff handled resident in a rough manner causing an injury(ries). Facility staff did not provide incontinence care resulting in skin breakdown Resident sustained unexplained injuries. Facility staff did not serve resident dinner.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Renita Hall conducted an unannounced visit to deliver findings. LPA was allowed entry by the Maria Sano, Assistant Administrator. LPA identified herself and disclosed the purpose of the visit and elements of the findings to the Assistant Administrator. On December 08, 2022, The Department investigated the above-listed complaint allegations. The investigation consisted of a facility tour, interviews with staff and outside sources, and a records review. Allegation 1: On March 25, 2019, Resident 1 (R1) was assisted by Staff 1 (S1) due to a fall. Immediate response was initiated, and R1 was immediately transported to a hospital via a 911 call, sutures were placed onto a two-inch laceration at R1's eyebrow. The complainant was interviewed regarding this fall. The complainant reported that they did not have a problem with this particular fall, or the staff’s response to the fall. The complainant reported that they included the fall on the complaint referral tothe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 7, 2024 · control 08-AS-20221208135517
Jan 24, 2024Substantiated
Allegation investigated: Facility staff yells at resident Facility staff did not assist resident with toileting needs
Licensing Program Analyst Becky Kennedy concluded the investigation which began on 1/29/2021. LPA Kennedy made an unannounced visit to the above facility today and met with Maria Sano, Assistant Administrator. LPA advised her of the reason for today's visit and delivered the investigation findings on the above allegations. The investigation into the above allegations consisted of interviews with internal sources, records reviews, and a tour of the facility. It was alleged that Staff Member 1 (S1) (A list of confidential names was provided to the facility) yelled at Resident 1 (R1) and that S1 did not provide toileting assistance to R1. The investigation revealed that S1 admitted that they get frustrated with R1. In interactions with R1, S1 would talk loudly. Some staff members that overheard these interactions reported that S1 yelled at R1. Substantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 24, 2024 · control 08-AS-20210120145516
Dec 19, 2023Unsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Licensee did not administer medication as prescribed. Licensee did not meet resident's needs.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nacole Patterson conducted an unannounced visit to initiate a complaint investigation and deliver findings regarding the above allegations. LPA introduced herself and disclosed the purpose of the visit to Assistant Administrator Maria Sano. On 12/11/23 it was alleged that the Licensee did not administer medication as prescribed, and did not meet a resident's (R1) needs. The Department’s investigation consisted of an unannounced facility visit, review of relevant records, interviews with facility staff, residents, outside sources, and LPA direct observations. Regarding the allegation, "Licensee did not administer medication as prescribed", it was alleged that the Licensee did not provide a medication to R1 within a specific timeframe. Staff interview revealed that the medication in question was a pro re nata (PRN) medication that was to be administered as needed based on R1's pain levels. Records review revealed that the resident was given the medicationthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 19, 2023 · control 08-AS-20231211141521
Oct 20, 2023Unsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Facility retained resident involuntarily
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marisela Garcia-Centeno conducted an unannounced visit to deliver investigative findings. LPA met with Community Manager, Maria Sano and shared findings. The Department investigated the above-listed complaint allegation. The investigation consisted of staff interviews and a detailed review of relevant records. On September 25, 2023, Community Care Licensing (CCL) received a complaint alleging that Resident #1 (R1) was retained at the facility involuntarily. Facility staff were provided with Confidential Names Form (LIC 811) in order to identify R1. A review of facility records indicated that R1’s Admissions Agreement was signed on March 30, 2019, by their Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA)/responsible party. R1’s physician’s report and care plan indicated that R1 was diagnosed with dementia and required assistance with activities of daily living and medication management. In addition, records disclosed that R1 was conserved. R1 passed away on September 2,the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 20, 2023 · control 08-AS-20230925091541
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Is St. Paul's Plaza licensed?
No — not currently. The CDSS state record checked August 2, 2026 lists St. Paul's Plaza in Chula Vista (San Diego County), California license #374603643, as “Closed, Change Of Ownership”, formerly licensed for 300 residents. State records list 32 inspection and complaint documents since 2021; the most recent, a facility evaluation report dated March 19, 2026, appears in the inspection record on this page.
Can St. Paul's Plaza care for dementia, hospice, bedridden, or non-ambulatory residents?
From the CDSS license record, checked August 2, 2026.
The CDSS license record checked August 2, 2026 lists St. Paul's Plaza with clearances for wheelchair / non-ambulatory, dementia / memory care, hospice care, and bedridden. Clearances describe what the license permits, not day-to-day staffing — confirm current scope and availability with the home directly on a tour.
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What the state record says, word for word
Verbatim, from the CDSS license record156 NON-AMBULATORY; OF WHICH 25 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. APPROVED FOR DELAYED EGRESS. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 12. NEW MGMT CO; INTEGRAL SENIOR LIIVING MGMT LLC; EFFECTIVE 05/01/2025.
How much does St. Paul's Plaza cost?
California's public licensing record does not include St. Paul's Plaza's monthly price, so we never show or estimate one for a specific home. As county-level context only, 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 board-and-care payment standard is $1,626.07/month, of which $1,444.07 is the room-and-board portion paid to the home). Ask the home for its own rate sheet and what the base rate includes — or use the cost section at the top of this page.
Does St. Paul's Plaza accept Medi-Cal or the Assisted Living Waiver?
St. Paul's Plaza is not in the DHCS Assisted Living Waiver participant record we checked August 9, 2026 — that list covers only the state's ALW program, not a home's own payment policies, so ask the home directly about private Medi-Cal arrangements. The waiver pays for assisted-living care services (not room and board) at participating homes; every DHCS-listed home appears on our statewide Medi-Cal page.
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115 of 300 beds occupied (38%) when the state visited on October 29, 2025. Availability changes constantly — confirm a current opening with the home.
What do state inspections show for St. Paul's Plaza?
Verbatim from CDSS complaint-investigation reports — the state's own words, never summarized by us. Record checked August 2, 2026.
The CDSS state record checked August 2, 2026 lists 33 state visits and 32 dated documents since 2021 for St. Paul's Plaza; 14 complaint-investigation narratives are transcribed verbatim below. The most recent, dated October 29, 2025, records an allegation the state marked “Unsubstantiated”. Open any entry to read the state's full finding, word for word.
Most licensed homes receive some findings over 36 months; what matters is what was found and whether it was corrected. Counts here are shown compared with homes of similar size, and the state's own words appear in full below.
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Transcribed from CDSS complaint-investigation reports · record checked August 2, 2026.
What the state has logged
California has logged 33 state visits for this home as of August 2, 2026. These are the home's own counts, straight from that record — shown beside the statewide median for larger communities (16+ beds), computed across all 1,244 licensed homes of that size, because larger and longer-licensed homes naturally accumulate more visits and reports. They are facts, not a grade — a citation may be minor and since corrected, and an “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing.
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