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Crestview Manor

Mid-size home·Licensed for 38·Escondido, California

Licensed since 2024Licence #371881531
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,900 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,850–$6,400
  • Home sizeLicensed for 38Mid-size care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit29 of 38 beds occupiedMay 13, 2026 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitMay 13, 2026CDSS inspection record

Crestview Manor is a mid-size care home in Escondido — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 38 residents since 2024.

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 Crestview Manor

Is Crestview Manor licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

How many residents is Crestview Manor licensed for?

38 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Has Crestview Manor been cited?

0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.

Is Crestview Manor still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.

What does Crestview Manor cost?

$4,900 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,850–$6,400. 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 16 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar 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 32 other homes of a similar licensed size in Escondido that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 32 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 Crestview Manor 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 Crestview Manor Inc. & Bear Lake Holdings LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Palomar Ucsd Medical Center Escondido is 1.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Crestview Manor keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 5 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Crestview Manor license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “CRESTVIEW MANOR”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #371881531. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed for 38 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed to Crestview Manor Inc. & Bear Lake Holdings LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 3 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 3 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 2 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is May 13, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 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

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 38 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 5 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 5 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. APPROVED FOR 38 NON-AMBULATORY OF WHICH 5 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 5. NEW MGMT. CO, BEAR LAKE HOLDINGS LLC, EFFECTIVE 7-1-2025.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 5 — 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.

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,900a month to start

Likely $3,850–$6,400

From 16 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,900a month

Likely $3,850–$6,550

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
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$4,900likely $3,850–$6,400

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 16 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar 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 $3,850–$6,550
$4,900
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,600–$9,500
$6,900
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.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
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 16 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar 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.

16 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$6,000.

  • 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 16 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 350 S. Vine Street, Escondido, CA 92025Address 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 2024, the state has filed 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits since 2024. The most recent — a complaint investigation report on May 13, 2026 — closed with the state’s outcome word: “Substantiated.”

On file since
2024
State visits
3
Most recent visit
May 13, 2026
Occupied at that visit
29 of 38 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated May 13, 2026. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report 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 1
  • Substantiated allegations2typical 2
  • Total complaints1typical 6

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 1,354 licensed larger communities (16+ 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 2024.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261112024220

The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
May 13, 2026Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff do not ensure facility is free of hazards Facility is in disrepair

This is a amended document on July 17, 2026. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Robert Campbell conducted an unannounced visit to investigate the above allegations. LPA met with Brendan Nailon/Fire Inspector/Investigator, Mark Poulsen/Administrator and explained the purpose of the visit and assisted LPA with today’s visit. During the visit LPA toured the facility and made observations pertaining to the allegations. LPA observed the following during the tour there was wiring exposed in an outdoor box (photo taken), one large basement was filled with combustible material but was mostly removed today by six trucks according to the Administrator, a portion of the ceiling is compromised, and you can see the bathtub from the basement (photos taken). LPA observed burn marks on wood beams by water piping (photos taken), and there is open electrical wiring (photos taken) that creates fire hazards to the residents in care according to the Fire Inspector. LPA issued Type B deficiencies to the facility under Title 22 87303(a) on an LIC9099D form.Therefore, based on observations and interviews, the allegations Staff do not ensure facility is free of hazards, and Facility is in disrepair is SUBSTANTIATED. Substantiated Continued.... LPA advised that at this time additional time is needed, follow-up visits and or telephone calls are necessary before reaching investigation findings, further investigation is needed. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was discussed and given to Mark Poulsen/Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 13, 2026 · control 18-AS-20260512104707

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87303(a) · Plan of correction due date: Jun 9, 2026

(a) The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors. Not met evidenced by the following: LPA observed the following during the tour there was wiring exposed in an outdoor box (photo taken), one large basement was filled with combustible material but was mostly removed today by six trucks according to the Administrator,(photos taken) more exposed wiring, loose beam, exposed ceiling.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 13, 2026

Plan of correction: Licensee will have all repairs done by a professional with permits in place, submit all corrections by email to the LPA on the POC date.

20242 state visits · 2 documents
Oct 2, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Armando Perez and Abdoulaye Zerbo, conducted an announced visit for the purpose of conducting the pre licensing inspection. LPAs met with Administrator Audra Bristol for the visit. The applicant is seeking a change in ownership with residents in care for a residential care facility for the elderly, ages 60 and up. The facility is a single-story triplex compound with a capacity for 38 residents with 5 bedridden approved. On 07/08/24 the Fire Department of City of Escondido approved a fire clearance. LPAs toured the facility and observed the following: LPAs inspected a sample of resident bedrooms and bathrooms. Resident bedrooms have the required bedding and furniture; such as clean mattresses, night stands, storage space, and sufficient lighting. Room temperatures were comfortable for residents in care. LPAs inspected a sample of resident bathrooms; the bathroom appliances were operating in safe and sanitary conditions. Showers contained non-slip surface and access to grab bars in the showers and next to toilets. LPAs measured the hot water temperature in the sampled bathrooms and measured within regulation. Bedrooms were equipped with a signal system to notify staff of any emergencies. LPAs toured the kitchen and dining area. The facility kitchen is locked and accessible only to staff. LPAs observed sharps and knives stored in an unlocked cabinet. Pantry was stocked with sufficient food to meet the required 2-day supply of perishable and 7-day supply of non-perishable food items. The facility had a menu posted and available for review. Dishes, glasses, and utensils were in good condition. LPAs observed two outdoor patio areas with each having a covering and sufficient seating for residents. The facility's main office is the centralized storage area where resident files, personnel files and medications are to be stored, locked, and inaccessible to the residents in care. LPAs verified the applicants Administrator Certification, with an expiration date of December 02, 2025 and the CPR certification, with the expiration date of March 21, 2026. LPAs observed required postings including the visitation polices, emergency/disaster plans, complaint procedures, employee rights, personal rights and the Long-Term Care Ombudsman poster. Facility contains emergency supplies and first aid kits with the required items. The facility has working telephone for clients' use. LPAs observed several smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms throughout the facility. The facility has an emergency disaster plan and approved infection control training plan on file. The buildings and grounds were free from hazards. Outdoor and indoor passageways were kept free of obstruction. No bodies of water or firearms are being kept in the facility. The facility has satisfied all requirements in accordance with Title 22, California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report was discussed and provided to Administrator Audra Bristol.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 2, 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.

Aug 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

COMP II by CAB successfully completed Method: Phone Call at CAB Applicant/administrator participated in COMP II at CAB telephone call with analyst at CAB. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified by presenting photo ID via phone. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed the understanding of Title 22. Component II was successfully completed. Applicant and administrator were advised to email/fax signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID to CAB. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Staff qualifications and responsibilities 3. Applicant and Administrator qualifications 4. Program policy: Abuse, admission agreement, medication management, reporting incidents to CCL, restricted & prohibited conditions 5. Grievances, Complaints, Community resources 6. Physical plant, food service 7. Application document review and technical assistance: Criminal record clearance, Health screening, Fire clearance, First Aid/CPR certificate, Administrator certificate, Financial verification, Pre-licensing inspection, Compliance history, Control of propertythe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 23, 2024
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe 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

CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗

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 and the questions below stand in their place.

Life here

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Rooms & the spaces they will use

Meals, preferences & familiar food

Activities & the rhythm of a day

  • Activity types offeredBirthday Parties · Live Dance or Theater Performances · Live Musical Performances · Art Classes · Pet-focused Programs · Activities On-site · and 1 more

    Birthday Parties · Live Dance or Theater Performances · Live Musical Performances · Art Classes · Pet-focused Programs · Activities On-site · Holiday Parties — reported on assistedliving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Religious services at the home

    Reported on assistedliving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Religious services off site

    Reported on assistedliving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Faith, culture & language

  • Religious observance supportedCatholic Services · Protestant Services · Bible Study Group · Christian Services

    Reported on assistedliving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish · Spanish

    Reported on assistedliving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Clergy or chaplain visits

    Reported on assistedliving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

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  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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