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Care Plus Mansion
Small home·Licensed for 6·El Cajon, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Starting rate$3,500 a monthListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMarch 21, 2026CDSS inspection record
Care Plus Mansion 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 since 2011. Bedridden care is 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 Care Plus Mansion
Is Care Plus Mansion licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Care Plus Mansion licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Care Plus Mansion been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2011, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Care Plus Mansion still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Care Plus Mansion cost?
$3,500 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.
Among 12 other homes of a similar licensed size in El Cajon that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,250 to $6,600 a month, and the middle figure is $5,500 (n = 12 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 Care Plus Mansion 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 Aromin, Gary D., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Grossmont Hospital is 3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Care Plus Mansion keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Care Plus Mansion license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “CARE PLUS MANSION”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #374603102. 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 Aromin, Gary D., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2011, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2011, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2011, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2011, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is March 21, 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 · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved by the state
- 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
FACILITY SERVES SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY ELDERLY RESIDENTS; AGE 60 AND ABOVE. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED INCREASE FROM 1 TO 2 RESIDENTS
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
- 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
3 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?”
Care & day-to-day support
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.
Incontinence care
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
What it costs here
This home’s starting rate
$3,500a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$3,500a month
Likely $3,500–$4,100
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 · where the price comes from
Starting monthly rate$3,500this home
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.
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 $3,500–$4,100
- $3,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,500–$7,600
- $5,500
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 worksWhere this price comes from
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.
19 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,500–$7,000.
- 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 19 nearby homes behind this estimate
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- Jobeth Home CareEl Cajon · 0.7 mi · Small home$4,650Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Pine Tree Home 2El Cajon · 0.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
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- Santee Elderly CareSantee · 1.7 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Julie's Elderly CareSantee · 1.7 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Noble Living IIEl Cajon · 1.8 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Angel's Guest Home #1Santee · 2.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Silvercreek Home CareSan Diego · 2.3 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Lake Canyon HomeSantee · 2.4 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Green VillaSan Diego · 2.5 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Lake Murray Health Care CenterSan Diego · 2.6 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
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- Silver Heart ChateauSantee · 2.7 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Lexington HouseEl Cajon · 2.9 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- La Mesa Elder CareSan Diego · 2.9 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Renaissance LivingLa Mesa · 2.9 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Senior Care & Comfort LivingEl Cajon · 3.0 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 2579 Windmill View Road, El Cajon, CA 92020Address 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 2022, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2011. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 21, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- March 21, 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. Counts cover this licence since 2011.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 5 documents
Mar 21, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marisela Garcia-Centeno conducted an unannounced required 1 year Annual Visit. LPA was allowed entry by Caregiver, Merly Mallari LPA identified herself and disclosed the purpose of the visit with the Licensee. During the visit, Gary Aromin, Administrator arrived at the facility. The facility is licensed for capacity six (6) over 60 non-ambulatory residents. During today's visit there were 4 residents in care. One resident is under hospice care, facility's license includes waiver for two (2) Physical Environment: The facility was clean, maintained, and free from safety hazards. Adequate lighting and ventilation were observed in all areas. All necessary safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers and emergency exits, was present and in good working condition. The facility's outdoor spaces were properly maintained and accessible to residents. Staffing and Training: The facility had a sufficient number of qualified staff members to meet the needs of the residents. The staff member was observed to be professional, courteous, and knowledgeable in their respective roles. All staff members had completed the required training and certifications per the licensing regulations. Staffing schedules were posted and adhered to, ensuring adequate coverage at all times. Resident Care and Services: Residents' care plans were reviewed and found to be comprehensive and up-to-date. Medication administration was observed to be in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures. All residents were observed to be well dressed in comfortable clothing appropriate for the occasion. (Continue at LIC809C) (continue from LIC809) LPA interviews with residents and staff, did not disclose any concerns. Health and Safety: Regular health assessments and monitoring of residents' well-being were conducted by qualified healthcare professionals. Infection control measures were in place and followed by staff members. The facility had established protocols for emergencies, and evacuation plans were readily available. Overall, the facility was found to comply with the licensing regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report, along with the Licensee Rights (LIC 9058), was provided to the Caregiver, Mallari.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 21, 2026
Mar 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Renita Hall conducted an unannounced required 1 year Annual Visit. LPA was allowed entry by Gary Aromin, the Licensee. LPA identified herself and disclosed the purpose of the visit with the Licensee. Physical Environment: The facility was clean, maintained, and free from safety hazards. Adequate lighting and ventilation were observed in all areas. All necessary safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers and emergency exits, was present and in good working condition. The facility's outdoor spaces were properly maintained and accessible to residents. Staffing and Training: The facility had a sufficient number of qualified staff members to meet the needs of the residents. The staff member was observed to be professional, courteous, and knowledgeable in their respective roles. All staff members had completed the required training and certifications per the licensing regulations. Staffing schedules were posted and adhered to, ensuring adequate coverage at all times. Resident Care and Services: Residents' care plans were reviewed and found to be comprehensive and up-to-date. Medication administration was observed to be in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures. Residents' nutritional needs were met. Recreational activities and social engagement opportunities were available to residents regularly. Continue on 809C Health and Safety: Regular health assessments and monitoring of residents' well-being were conducted by qualified healthcare professionals. Infection control measures were in place and followed by staff members. The facility had established protocols for emergencies, and evacuation plans were readily available. Overall, the facility was found to comply with the licensing regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report, along with the Licensee Rights (LIC 9058), was provided to the Licensee. His signature on this form confirms receipt of the documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 13, 2025
Mar 8, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Renita Hall, conducted an unannounced Required 1 year Annual Visit. LPA was allowed entry by Gary Aromin, Administrator. LPA identified herself and disclosed the purpose of the visit with the Administrator. Physical Environment: The facility from any safety hazards. Adequate lighting and ventilation were observed in all areas of the facility. All necessary safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers and emergency exits, were present and in working condition. The facility's outdoor spaces were accessible to residents. Staffing and Training: The facility had a sufficient number of qualified staff members to meet the needs of the residents. The staff member was observed to be professional, courteous, and knowledgeable in their respective roles. All staff members had completed the required training and certifications per the licensing regulations. Resident Care and Services: Residents' care plans were reviewed and found to be up-to-date. Medication administration was observed to be by the facility's policies and procedures. Recreational activities and social engagement opportunities were available to residents regularly. {Continued on 809C} Health and Safety: Regular health assessments and monitoring of residents' well-being were conducted by qualified healthcare professionals. Infection control measures were in place and followed by staff members. The facility had established protocols for emergencies and evacuation plans were readily available. Overall, the facility was found to comply with the licensing regulations. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with the Licensee Rights (LIC 9058) was provided to Gary Aromin, Administrator. His signature on this form confirms receipt of the documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 8, 2024
The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 2. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Mar 8, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Renita Hall, conducted an unannounced Required 1 year Annual Visit. LPA was allowed entry by Gary Aromin, Administrator. LPA identified herself and disclosed the purpose of the visit with the Administrator. Physical Environment: The facility from any safety hazards. Adequate lighting and ventilation were observed in all areas of the facility. All necessary safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers and emergency exits, were present and in working condition. The facility's outdoor spaces were accessible to residents. Staffing and Training: The facility had a sufficient number of qualified staff members to meet the needs of the residents. The staff member was observed to be professional, courteous, and knowledgeable in their respective roles. All staff members had completed the required training and certifications per the licensing regulations. Resident Care and Services: Residents' care plans were reviewed and found to be up-to-date. Medication administration was observed to be by the facility's policies and procedures. Recreational activities and social engagement opportunities were available to residents regularly. {Continued on 809C} Health and Safety: Regular health assessments and monitoring of residents' well-being were conducted by qualified healthcare professionals. Infection control measures were in place and followed by staff members. The facility had established protocols for emergencies and evacuation plans were readily available. Overall, the facility was found to comply with the licensing regulations. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with the Licensee Rights (LIC 9058) was provided to Gary Aromin, Administrator. His signature on this form confirms receipt of the documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 8, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.
Find a detail about life at this home.
Rooms & the spaces they will use
Roll-in / accessible shower
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Outdoor spaceOutdoor Common Areas
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Common areasIndoor Common Areas
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Visitor parking
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
AmenitiesSwimming Pool
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Meals, preferences & familiar food
Meals provided
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Vegetarian or vegan optionsVegetarian
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Kosher foodKosher style
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Activities & the rhythm of a day
Activity types offeredActivities On-site
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Faith, culture & language
Languages spoken by caregiversJapanese · Filipino · English
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Visiting & staying involved
Transportation costs extra
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Public transit access claimed
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
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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