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Santee Elderly CareLicense #374604271 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareSantee Elderly CareLicense #374604271 · 9069 Inverness Rd, Santee, CA · (619) 929-9939Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
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Starting rate$6,500/mo

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Small home · Licensed for 6 · Santee

Santee Elderly Care

9069 Inverness Rd, Santee, CA 92071 · Licensed since 2020

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Santee Elderly Care

Overview

Starting rate

$6,500 a month

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 See costs

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
  • Languages spoken: EnglishThe home’s website · October 5, 2026
  • Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

  • Wheelchairup to 6 residents
  • Hospiceup to 4 residents
  • Bedriddenup to 3 residents

Not on file: dementia approval.

Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER; APPROVED FOR CAPACITY OF 6 NON-AMBULATORY OF WHICH 3 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN; APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4 RESIDENTS

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

Care services

These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.

  • Help with bathing or showering

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Podiatrist visits

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · source dated August 5, 2026.

  • Help with dressing and grooming

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Activities of daily living the home lists help withBathing · Dressing · Grooming · Personal hygiene

    Bathing · Dressing · Grooming — reported on santeeelderlycare.com · seen October 5, 2026.

    Personal hygiene — reported on santeeelderlycare.com · source dated August 5, 2026.

  • 24-hour supervision claimed

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · source dated August 5, 2026.

As needs change

  • Medicines

    Level of medication service: assistance with self administration

    santeeelderlycare.com · August 5, 2026

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — care may continue at the end of life

    State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Santee Elderly Care: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

This home’s starting rate

$6,500a month to start

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$6,500likely a month
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$6,500this home

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

  • Shared room insteadAsknot on file

    This home’s listed starting rate is for assisted living private room. A shared room, if one is offered, may cost less — ask.

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

    Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $6,500–$7,100
$6,500
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $6,500–$10,650
$9,000

Lines marked “Ask” are not in the totals.

How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Rates at nearby homes12 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,500 to $7,000

$3,500$7,000

This homeA nearby home’s published starting rate

12 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,500–$6,500.

  • Julie's Elderly CareSantee · 0.1 mi · Small home
    $6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Angel's Guest Home #1Santee · 1.4 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Mom's HouseSantee · 1.5 mi · Small home
    $6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Care Plus MansionEl Cajon · 1.6 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Lake Canyon HomeSantee · 1.7 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Lucie's Shady RestSan Diego · 1.9 mi · Small home
    $6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Jobeth Home CareEl Cajon · 2.3 mi · Small home
    $4,650Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • La Mesa Elder CareSan Diego · 2.4 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Pine Tree Home 2El Cajon · 2.4 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Sierra Sunshine CareEl Cajon · 2.5 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Silvercreek Home CareSan Diego · 2.7 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Green VillaSan Diego · 2.9 mi · Small home
    $6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from

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

  • Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
  • Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
  • Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
  • Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
  • We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
  • It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
  • The care level

    Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.

  • What is billed separately

    Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.

  • Move-in costs

    A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.

  • Increases

    California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.

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An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.

Daily life

Rooms, meals, activities and house rules, in the home’s own words. Open any detail to see where it came from.

Rooms & the spaces they will use (6)Private rooms · Laundry · Shared / companion rooms
  • Private rooms

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • LaundryDone by staff

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · source dated August 5, 2026.

  • Shared / companion roomsReported no

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Private bathroom

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Residents may bring their own furniture

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · source dated August 5, 2026.

  • Rooms come furnished

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · source dated August 5, 2026.

Meals, preferences & familiar food (3)Meals provided per day · Snacks available · Meals provided
  • Meals provided per day3

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Snacks available

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Meals provided

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · seen October 5, 2026.

Activities & the rhythm of a day (1)Activity types offered
  • Activity types offeredArts · Crafts · Musical entertainment · Bingo · Puzzles · Music · and 10 more

    Arts · Crafts · Musical entertainment · Bingo · Puzzles — reported on santeeelderlycare.com · seen October 5, 2026.

    Music · Entertainment · Birthday celebrations · Holiday celebrations · Magazines · Games · Cards · TV · Movies · Musical videos · Exercise videos — reported on santeeelderlycare.com · source dated August 5, 2026.

Faith, culture & language (1)Languages spoken by caregivers
  • Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · seen October 5, 2026.

Pets, routines & independence (1)Visiting hours
  • Visiting hoursOpen anytime

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · source dated August 5, 2026.

Visiting & staying involved (2)Contact form · Setting
  • Contact form

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · source dated January 4, 2022.

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  • SettingResidential neighborhood

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · source dated August 5, 2026.

About the home (1)Brand or trade name
  • Brand or trade nameSantee Elderly Care LLC

    Reported on santeeelderlycare.com · seen October 5, 2026.

Where it is

9069 Inverness Rd, Santee, CA 92071Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1Grossmont HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list4 mi

Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).

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The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #374604271 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

Apr 20, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angelica Boyles conducted an unannounced visit for a required annual inspection. LPA was greeted by, identified herself to, and explained the purpose of the visit to Administrator Tom Dermody. The facility is licensed to serve 6 residents aged 60 and above, all six (6) may be non-ambulatory, three (3) bedridden, and four (4) residents who may be on hospice care. LPA toured the interior and exterior of the facility and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were well lit and free of obstruction and slip hazards. Resident bedrooms allowed for easy passage and contained the required furnishings. Toilets, sinks, and showers were in working order and bathroom sinks were compliant temperatures. There was at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food present, all safely stored. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. There were no toxic chemicals/poisons accessible to residents. Medications were labeled and stored in a locked area. The facility has sufficient space and equipment to facilitate laundry, visitation, meetings, and resident activities. The facility has locked areas for storage of sharp objects, medication, and confidential resident and staff records. (CONTINUED ON LIC 809-C) (CONTINUED FROM LIC 809) No bodies of water were observed at the facility. There were no toxic chemicals/poisons, fireplaces, or open-faced heaters accessible to residents. Per Administrator, no firearms or ammunition are or will be stored at the facility. Smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all operational. All fire extinguisher(s) were serviced within the last twelve months. A complete first aid kit was complete and present. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA reviewed staff and resident records/files. The reviewed files contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. LPA interviewed staff and residents. The interviews did not raise any significant licensing concerns. No deficiencies were observed or cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Tom Dermody, to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 20, 2026

20251 state visit · 1 document

May 12, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Debbie Correia, made an unannounced visit to conduct the required One-Year Inspection. LPA Correia was greeted by Caregiver Daisy Garcia, introduced herself and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to serve 6 residents aged 60 and above, all six (6) may be non-ambulatory, three (3) bedridden, and four (4) residents who may be on hospice care. Licensee Dermody arrived shortly later to join the visit. LPA Correia conducted a resident records review to confirm a current Physician's Report, Resident Appraisal, Needs & Services Plan, Identification and Emergency Information, and Admission Agreement, and personnel records were reviewed for First Aid/CPR certification, Criminal Record Clearance, TB clearance, and Health Screening Report, and required training were present and current.The facility carbon monoxide and smoke alarms were last inspected on October 11, 2024. The facilities last disaster drill was conducted on March 15, 2025. LPA Correia, accompanied by Licensee Dermody, conducted a facility tour, and inspected resident rooms. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Required postings were observed. Resident bedrooms contained the required furnishings, a private bathroom, resident showers were equipped with non-skid flooring and grab bars. Doors, windows and screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens, hygiene supplies, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) were present. The facility was equipped with emergency lighting, and first-aid kit and manual. Medications were housed in a locked cabinet. Cleaning supplies and other toxins were inaccessible to residents in care. There were no bodies of water on the facility property. The facility had ample space for activities and a large outdoor shaded area. Per Licensee Dermody, there are no firearms or other weapons on the facility premises. The facility had a 7-day supply of non-perishable and a 2-day supply of perishable food, all safely stored and labeled. The facility’s ambient internal temperature was compliant, at 77 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility's hot water temperature measured at 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Based on today’s inspection, there are no deficiencies being cited. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report, and Licensee Rights - LIC 9058 (rev. 01/16) will be provided to Licensee Dermody, whose signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 12, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

May 13, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Debbie Correia, made an unannounced visit to conduct the required One-Year Inspection. LPA Correia was greeted by Licensee Dermody, introduced herself and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to serve 6 residents aged 60 and above, six all (6) of whom may be non-ambulatory, three (3) bedridden, and four (4) residents who may be on hospice care. LPA Correia conducted resident records were reviewed for a current Physician's Report, Resident Appraisal, Needs & Services Plan, Identification and Emergency Information, and Admission Agreement, and personnel records were reviewed for First Aid/CPR certification, Criminal Record Clearance, TB clearance, and Health Screening Report, and required training. The facility carbon monoxide and smoke alarms were last inspected on October 12, 2023. The facilities last disaster drill was conducted on February 25, 2024. LPA Correia, accompanied by Licensee Dermody, conducted a facility tour, and inspected resident rooms. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Required postings were observed. Resident bedrooms contained the required furnishings, a private bathroom, resident showers were equipped with non-skid flooring and grab bars. Doors, windows and screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens, hygiene supplies, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) were present. The facility was equipped with emergency lighting, and first-aid kit and manual. Medications were housed in a locked cabinet. Cleaning supplies and other toxins were inaccessible to residents in care. There were no bodies of water on the facility property. The facility had ample space for activities and a large outdoor shaded area. Per Licensee Dermody, there are no firearms or other weapons on the facility premises. The facility had a 7-day supply of non-perishable and a 2-day supply of perishable food. The facility’s ambient internal temperature was compliant, at 75 Fahrenheir. The facility's hot water temperature for faucets used by residents measured at 110.8- and 113.9- degrees Fahrenheit. Based on today’s inspection, there are no deficiencies being cited. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report, and Licensee Rights - LIC 9058 (rev. 01/16) will be provided to Licensee Dermody, whose signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 13, 2024
Earlier years2021 to 2022 · 3 documents

20221 state visit · 1 document

May 12, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Vicky Williamson conducted an unannounced Required 1 -Year Visit. LPA identified herself and was greeted and allowed entry to the facility by Daisy Landaverde, Caregiver. LPA met with Thomas Dermody, Licensee and discussed the purpose of the visit. LPA conducted a tour of the facility with Thomas Dermody, Licensee. In accordance with the Department’s Infection Control program, LPA provided technical assistance and observed and evaluated the facility's implementation of their COVID-19 Mitigation Plan (LIC 808). LPA observed one central entry point for universal entry screening; routine symptom screening initiated at entry for staff and visitors; A sign-in policy enacted for all visitors; Face coverings worn by staff; Hand sanitizer/hand washing stations readily available; A designated visitation area; Emergency agencies’ contact information posted in a location visible to staff and residents; and an adequate supply of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment). Based on observations, the facility is in compliance with and has implemented infection control practices as outlined in its LIC 808. No deficiencies were observed during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted with Thomas Dermody, Licensee, to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058 01/16) were provided to.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 12, 2022

20211 state visit · 2 documents

Nov 15, 2021Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Unlawful Eviction.

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Kristina Ryan, conducted an unannounced complaint visit to deliver findings regarding the above-mentioned allegation. LPA was allowed entry into the facility after identifying herself and stating the purpose of the visit. LPA met with Licensee, Thomas Dermody. The Department’s investigation consisted of a review of facility administrative and care records. It also involved interviews with facility staff, and outside sources. CONTINUED ON LIC 9099-C, 1 of 2] Unsubstantiated The Department received a complaint on September 21, 2021 alleging that the facility unlawfully evicted Resident 1 (R1). Interviews with facility staff and R1’s responsible party, revealed that (R1) was a resident at the facility and their legally responsible person signed an admission agreement on September 29, 2018. Interviews with staff and outside agencies revealed that the responsible party of R1 had been concerned about the cost of living for R1 at the facility and had been looking into other care facilities as a result. On September 20, 2021, R1’s responsible party contacted facility staff and told them that R1 would be moving. Text messages from R1’s responsible party to facility staff state that R1 was being moved on September 20. 2021. R1 was picked up from the facility by an unknown party on September 20, 2021. After leaving the facility, R1 was brought to a local hospital by an unknown individual and then transferred to a Skilled Nursing Facility. Facility staff and R1’s responsible party deny any staff involvement in transporting R1 to the hospital. Interviews with R1’s responsible party, reveal that they chose for R1 to be moved and did not want R1 returning to Santee Elderly Care. R1’s responsible party stated that on September 20, 2021 a family friend brought R1 to the hospital for an unspecified change of condition. Interviews with outside sources dispute that there was a change in condition and there is no documentation of R1 sustaining any injuries. R1’s responsible party stated that R1 was moved due to needing a higher level of care. A review of facility records and interviews with staff do not indicate that R1 had needs that could not be met at the facility. R1’s responsible party was unable to provide further clarification about why R1 was moved. However, they stated that the move was not due to any action from the facility and facility management did not issue an eviction. The Department has investigated the complaint alleging an Unlawful Eviction. There is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did occur, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. An exit interview was conducted with the Licensee and a copy of this report, along with Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058 01/16), were provided to the licensee via electronic mail. An electronic read receipt confirmation was requested to be sent by the licensee upon receipt of the documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 15, 2021 · control 08-AS-20210921122241
Nov 15, 2021Facility evaluation reportCase Management - DeficienciesDeficiency page: Type B

Type of visit: Case Management - Deficiencies

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Kristina Ryan conducted a case management visit to cite for a deficiency observed while completing a records review for a complaint. LPA met with Licensee, Thomas Dermody, and discussed the purpose of the visit. While reviewing records for a complaint, LPA found that 3 residents with a diagnosis of dementia, did not have an updated annual medical assessment and an annual reappraisal. A deficiency is being cited pursuant to Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8 of the California Code of Regulations and is listed on an LIC 809-D. An exit interview was conducted, and a plan of correction was jointly made with the licensee. A copy of the report, LIC 809-D, and Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058 01/16) will be emailed to the licensee following the visit. Acknowledgement of receipt of the documents is requested upon receiptthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 15, 2021

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87705(c)(5) · Plan of correction due date: Nov 9, 2021

87705 Care of Persons with Dementia (c) (5) Licensees who accept and retain residents with dementia shall be responsible for ensuring the following: Each resident with dementia shall have an annual medical assessment as specified in Section 87458, Medical Assessment, and a reappraisal done at least annually, both of which shall include a reassessment of the resident’s dementia care needs. This requirement was not as evidenced by; Based on record review and interviews, the licensee did not ensure that annual medical reappraisals were done for 3 out of 3 residents with dementia, which poses a potential Health risk to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 15, 2021

Plan of correction: Licensee agreed to obtain annual medical assessments and reappraisals for 3 out of 3 dementia residents by December 30, 2021. Licensee will submit updated records to LPA by or before December 30, 2021.

6 of 6 beds were occupied at the November 15, 2021 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.

License holder

Santee Elderly Care, LLC, licensed since 2020.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2020, as the state’s facility page counts them
State visits on file
6
Total complaints
1
Substantiated allegations
0
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
0

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2020, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.

Compare with homes the same size
This homeTypical
Type A citations00
Type B citations00
Substantiated allegations00
Total complaints10

“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.

What the state’s words mean
Routine visita visit the state records as “Required” — a scheduled visit, not one made in answer to a complaintSubstantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.

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Quick answers about Santee Elderly Care

Is Santee Elderly Care licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

How many residents is Santee Elderly Care licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Has Santee Elderly Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2020, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Santee Elderly Care still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.

What does Santee Elderly Care cost?

$6,500 a month to start — listed 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.

Among 6 other homes of a similar licensed size in Santee that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $5,000 to $6,500 a month, and the middle figure is $5,750 (n = 6 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.

A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.

The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.

A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.

Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.

Does Santee Elderly Care take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Santee Elderly Care, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Grossmont Hospital is 4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Santee Elderly Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Santee Elderly Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “SANTEE ELDERLY CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #374604271. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • Licensed to Santee Elderly Care, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2020, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2020, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2020, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2020, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is April 20, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Nearby

Other homes nearby

Licensed homes near this one in San Diego County, most information on file first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.

  • Map

    Santee · 0.1 mi

    Julie's Elderly Care

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Starting rate

    $6,000 a month to start

    Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
  • Map

    Santee · 1.4 mi

    Angel's Guest Home #1

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Starting rate

    $5,000 a month to start

    Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
  • Map

    Santee · 1.5 mi

    Mom's House

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Starting rate

    $6,500 a month to start

    Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
  • Map

    El Cajon · 1.6 mi

    Care Plus Mansion

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Starting rate

    $3,500 a month to start

    Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
  • Map

    Santee · 0.6 mi

    Schard's House

    Small home · licensed for 3

    Estimated starting rate

    $5,200 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $4,250–$6,400
    • Assisted living: Licensed by California as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly — the assisted-living license category.
  • Map

    Santee · 1.6 mi

    NJ Facilites

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $5,700 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $4,650–$7,000

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record

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