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Compassionate Care for Seniors 1
Small home·Licensed for 6·La Mesa, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,500 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,500–$6,750
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit5 of 6 beds occupiedMay 7, 2026 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMay 7, 2026CDSS inspection record
Compassionate Care for Seniors 1 is a small care home in La Mesa — 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 2020. Dementia 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 Compassionate Care for Seniors 1
Is Compassionate Care for Seniors 1 licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Compassionate Care for Seniors 1 licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Compassionate Care for Seniors 1 been cited?
0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Compassionate Care for Seniors 1 still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Compassionate Care for Seniors 1 cost?
$5,500 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,500–$6,750. 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 15 small homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 195 other homes of a similar licensed size across San Diego County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 195 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 Compassionate Care for Seniors 1 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 Bjm Prosper LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Grossmont Hospital is 1 mile away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Compassionate Care for Seniors 1 keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 3 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Compassionate Care for Seniors 1 license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “COMPASSIONATE CARE FOR SENIORS 1”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #374604336. 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 Bjm Prosper LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation on file since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 2 complaints and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is May 7, 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 careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 3 residents
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 4 residents
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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 4 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BEDRIDDEN IN BEDROOMS 4, 5, 6 AND 7. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 3.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 3 — 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
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?”
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation not on file
Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,500a month to start
Likely $4,500–$6,750
From 15 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,500a month
Likely $4,500–$6,900
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
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$5,500likely $4,500–$6,750
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 15 small homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
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 $4,500–$6,900
- $5,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,250–$9,950
- $7,500
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 worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 15 small homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
15 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,400–$6,700.
- 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 15 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Right Choice Senior Living LLC - La MesaLa Mesa · 0.5 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Lake Murray Health Care CenterSan Diego · 0.8 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Green VillaSan Diego · 0.9 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Silvercreek Home CareSan Diego · 1.1 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Renaissance LivingLa Mesa · 1.2 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Peppertree Guest Home IILa Mesa · 1.6 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · 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
- La Mesa Elder CareSan Diego · 2.1 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Pine Tree Home 2El Cajon · 2.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Noble Living IIEl Cajon · 2.6 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Del Cerro Elder CareSan Diego · 2.7 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Jobeth Home CareEl Cajon · 2.7 mi · Small home$4,650Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort & Joy LivingSan Diego · 2.9 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sierra Sunshine CareEl Cajon · 3.0 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Oasis Village CareLa Mesa · 3.0 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 8100 Binney Pl., La Mesa, CA 91942Address 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 2021, the state has filed 7 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2020. The most recent — a complaint investigation report on May 7, 2026 — closed with the state’s outcome word: “Unsubstantiated.”
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- May 7, 2026
- Occupied at that visit
- 5 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 3 complaint reports the state published for this home, dated August 16, 2022 to May 7, 2026. 3 of the 3 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (1), “Unsubstantiated” (2). 3 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 3 complaint reports below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations1typical 0
- Substantiated allegations1typical 0
- Total complaints2typical 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 2020.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 7 documents
May 7, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Licensee did not timely arrange medical care for resident. Licensee did not give resident medication as prescribed.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) conducted an unannounced visit to investigate and deliver findings regarding the above complaint allegations. LPA introduced themselves and disclosed the purpose of the visit to Administrator Laith Sarsam. The Department’s investigation consisted of an unannounced facility visit, interviews with facility staff, residents, outside sources, and records review. On April 29, 2026, Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) received a complaint alleging that the licensee did not timely arrange medical care for the resident and did not give the resident medication as prescribed, more specifically Resident #1 (R1) reported requesting medical attention for an extended period without receiving assistance and further reported experiencing long waits for pain medication at night. (Continued on LIc9099C) Unsubstantiated Department interviews with staff and residents report responding to resident needs throughout the day and night, stated they were unaware of delays in care, and confirmed medication was administered as prescribed. Department interviews with R1 revealed staff respond but not as quickly as desired. Department interviews with outside sources reveal R1 has made similar complaints at previous facilities and confirmed this has been a pattern at multiple prior placement's due to R1's inability to be satisfied. Department records review reveals the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and interviews with staff confirm all medications are being administered per physician prescription. LPA observations reveal staff were present and responding to residents and medication systems and storage appeared to be in compliance. Based on interviews, direct LPA observations, and records review, a preponderance of evidence does not exist to prove that the alleged violations occurred; therefore, the allegations are UNSUBSTANTIATED. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Laith Sarsam, to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 7, 2026 · control 08-AS-20260429150146
Sep 19, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amy Rodgers conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA Rodgers was welcomed by, identified herself to, and discussed the purpose of the visit with Licensee/Administrator Maja Bacinski . According to the facility’s license, the facility has a maximum capacity of six (6) clients, all of whom can non- ambulatory of which 4 may be bedridden. This facility does not feature a secured perimeter or delayed egress doors. LPA accompanied by Licensee/Administrator, 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. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. 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 sharp objects, toxic chemicals/poisons, fireplaces, or open-faced heaters accessible to clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. No pools or bodies of water were observed on the premises. Smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all working. Fire extinguisher(s) were serviced within the last 12 months. First aid kit(s) were complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA interviewed multiple staff and clients. LPA reviewed multiple staff and client records/files. The interviews did not raise any significant licensing concerns. No deficiencies were observed or cited during today's annual inspection. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Maja Bacinski, to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided during the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 19, 2025
Sep 18, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amy Domingo conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA Domingo was welcomed by, identified herself to, and discussed the purpose of the visit with Administrator Maja Bacinski . According to the facility’s license, the facility has a maximum capacity of six (6) clients, all of whom must be ambulatory. During today’s inspection, there were a total of four (4) clients in care. This facility does not feature a secured perimeter or delayed egress doors. LPA, accompanied by Administrator, 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 110 F. Hot water temperature at taps accessible to clients were all compliant: Kitchen sink was 111 F, Bathroom #1 sink was 110 F, and Bathroom #2 sink was 110 F. Refrigerator temperature was 35 F and freezer temperature was 0 F. 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 sharp objects, toxic chemicals/poisons, fireplaces, or open-faced heaters accessible to clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. [CONTINUED ON LIC 809C] [CONTINUED FROM LIC 809] No pools or bodies of water were observed on the premises. Per the licensee's staff, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all working. Fire extinguisher(s) were serviced within the last 12 months. First aid kit(s) were complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPAs interviewed multiple staff and clients. LPA reviewed multiple staff and client records/files. The interviews did not raise any significant licensing concerns. The reviewed files contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. Licensee's staff also presented proof of current/active business liability insurance and surety bond. No deficiencies were observed or cited during today's annual inspection. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Maja Bacinski, to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided during the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 18, 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.
The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.
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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