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Blossom Valley Residential Care
Small home·Licensed for 6·El Cajon, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · DementiaState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,750 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,700–$7,050
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitSeptember 10, 2026CDSS inspection record
Blossom Valley Residential Care is a small care home in El Cajon — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents. Hospice care and bedridden care are not on file.
Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Blossom Valley Residential Care
Is Blossom Valley Residential Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Blossom Valley Residential Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Blossom Valley Residential Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is Blossom Valley Residential Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Blossom Valley Residential Care cost?
$5,750 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,700–$7,050. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
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.
Among 13 other homes of a similar licensed size in El Cajon that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,875 to $6,550 a month, and the middle figure is $5,500 (n = 13 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 Blossom Valley Residential Care take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 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 Blossom Valley Residential Care Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Can Blossom Valley Residential Care keep a resident on hospice?
Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”
Blossom Valley Residential Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “BLOSSOM VALLEY RESIDENTIAL CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #374604890. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Blossom Valley Residential Care Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
- 4 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is September 10, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved by the state
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
- BedriddenNot on file · ask the home
State licensing record · September 27, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
THE FACILITY SERVES SIX ELDERLY RESIDENTS; AGES 60 AND ABOVE; OF WHOM FOUR MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY AND HOUSED IN ROOM #2 AND #3 WITH DIRECT EXITING.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
4 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver not on file
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,750a month to start
Likely $4,700–$7,050
From 21 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,750a month
Likely $4,700–$7,200
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Starting monthly rate$5,750likely $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.
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 (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $4,700–$7,200
- $5,750
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,450–$10,250
- $7,750
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- 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 September 23, 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.
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
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 community 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.
- What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
- What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
- What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
- Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
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.
21 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,850–$6,900.
- 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.
Show the 21 nearby homes behind this estimate
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- Lexington HouseEl Cajon · 8.1 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
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- Pine Tree Home 2El Cajon · 8.8 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Meadow Creek VillaEl Cajon · 9.3 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Santee Elderly CareSantee · 9.7 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
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Where it is
- 10044 Blossom Valley Rd, El Cajon, CA 92021Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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The state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.
Since 2025, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 30, 2026.
- On file since
- 2025
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- September 10, 2026
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints0typical 0
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents
Jul 30, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: POC
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Liliana Silveira conducted an unannounced visit to complete a Change of non-ambulatory status application, which was submitted on June 27, 2026. LPA introduced herself, explained the purpose of the visit and was allowed entry into the facility by Brandy Patton, Administrative Assistant. Adriana Myers, Administrative Assistant, arrived shortly after and conducted the tour with the LPA. The Licensee requested approval to have four (4) non-ambulatory residents live in the facility in two (2) non-ambulatory bedrooms. The facility was initially approved for (2) non-ambulatory residents in one (1) non-ambultatory bedroom. The fire department inspection was completed on July 27, 2026 and bedroom #2, which was previously used for ambulatory residents, has been cleared to be used as a non-ambulatory bedroom. The Licensee installed an exit door in the bedroom and ramp leading to the patio. LPA toured the facility and confirmed that currently, there are three (3) non-ambulatory residents living in both of the non-ambulatory bedrooms, which are bedrooms #2 and #3. This Change of non-abulatory status application is complete. The information has been sent to the CCLD management team to update the current license. No new deficiencies were identified or cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted with Adriana. A copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided and signature below confirms receipt of the documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 30, 2026
Jun 26, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Liliana Silveira conducted an unannounced visit to conduct a required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by, identified themselves and discussed the purpose of the visit with Administrator Trish Pena. LPA began the annual inspection with Trish and completed the inspection with Care Staff Leandra Smith. During today’s inspection, there were a total of 4 residents in care. According to the facility's license, the facility is approved for six residents, age 60 and over. Rooms #1 and #2 are for ambulatory residents and Room #3 can have two non-ambulatory residents. Hospice is approved for two (2).This facility does not feature a secured perimeter or delayed egress doors. LPA, accompanied by Leandra, toured the interior and exterior of the facility, and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows and screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present, as well as Personal Protective Equipment. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. The facility’s ambient internal temperature was 71 degrees F. Hot water temperature at taps accessible to residents were compliant. No pools or bodies of water were observed on the premises. Per Leandra Smith, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all working. (CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE, LIC 809C) (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1, LIC 809) First aid kit(s) were complete and readily accessible. There were no sharp objects, toxic chemicals/poisons, fireplaces, or open-faced heaters accessible to clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. There was at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food present, all safely stored in the kitchen. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. There are activities for the residents to participate in. LPA interviewed staff and residents. LPA reviewed multiple staff and client records/files. The interviews did not raise any significant licensing concerns. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. The facility is approved for two (2) non-ambulatory residents in bedroom #3. Based on a review of resident medical evaluations, there are currently three (3) non-ambulatory residents living in the home. An immediate civil penalty in the amount of $500 is being assessed on an LIC 421IM for a fire clearance violation in accordance with Section 1568.0822 (2)(A) of the Health and Safety Code. An exit interview was conducted with Leandra, and copies of this report, LIC 421IM, and Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058 03/22) were provided via email. The signature below serves as acknowledgment of receipt of the documents. .the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 26, 2026
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87204(b) · Plan of correction due date: Jun 27, 2026
(b) Resident rooms approved for 24-hour care of ambulatory residents only shall not accommodate nonambulatory residents. Residents whose condition becomes nonambulatory shall not remain in rooms restricted to ambulatory residents. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on a review or resident medical assessments, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 4 clients, which poses an immediate health risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 26, 2026
Plan of correction: Licensees will submit an LIC 200 Application for a fire clearance within 24 hours to change their clearance from 2 non-ambulatory to 4 non-ambulatory. If Licensee is not approved for the fire clearance, Licensee will serve the client with an eviction notice.
Nov 24, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Post Licensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angelica Boyles conducted an unannounced post licensing visit. LPA was greeted by, identified herself to, and explained the purpose of the visit to Administrator Trish Pena. The facility is licensed for 6 residents, 4 of whom may be ambulatory and 2 may be non-ambulatory. The facility has a hospice waiver for 2 residents. LPA and Administrator 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. The facility’s ambient internal temperature was comfortable and complaint. The facility has enough linens, hygiene supplies, cooking and dining supplies. There was at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food present, all safely stored. All kitchen appliances were in working order. 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. LPA reviewed facility records and the files reviewed contained required documents. (CONTINUED ON LIC 809-C, NEXT PAGE) (CONTINUED FROM LIC 809) No pools or bodies of water on the premises. There were no toxic chemicals/poisons, fireplaces, or open-faced heaters accessible to residents. Per Administrator, no firearms or ammunition are 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 present. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. No deficiencies were observed or cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted with Trish Pena, Administrator, to whom a copy of this report, and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 24, 2025
Jun 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Iby Strong, conducted an announced Pre-Licensing inspection. LPA met with Licensee Danielle Stanton, Administrator Patricia Pena and House Manager Pamela Hernandez and discussed the purpose of the visit. LPA conducted a tour of the facility, both inside and outside. There are no bodies of water present. The smoke and carbon monoxide alarms were present. Toilets intended for resident use were operating as intended, and bathing facilities were observed to be clean and kempt. The windows, blinds and paint throughout the facility, were observed in good condition. Each room intended for resident use had the appropriate furniture, bedding and appropriate lighting. Licensee stated there are no firearms stored on the premises. Hot water temperature was measured in the facility at 118 degrees F. The ambient temperature inside the facility was measured at 70 degrees F. The facility was observed to be clean and kempt. The refrigerators and freezers were observed to be clean and operational, with an ample amount of food to meet resident needs. Cleaning solutions were also properly secured in the storage rooms. LPA Strong observed locked cabinets intended for future medication use. The Component III portion of the application process was completed with Licensee Danielle Stanton, Administrator Patricia Pena and House Manager Pamela Hernandez on today's date as well. Pre-Licensing is complete and this facility has no deficiencies. An exit interview was conducted. The Applicant will be provided a copy of their Appeal/Licensee rights (LIC9058 01/16) and this report on todays date.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 13, 2025
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
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Before you call
Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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