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Elite Manor Amelia
Small home·Licensed for 6·Escondido, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,350 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,400–$6,600
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitAugust 11, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderElite Manor Residential Care Company, LLCSince 2022 · 4 licensed homes
Elite Manor Amelia is a small 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 6 residents since 2022. 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 Elite Manor Amelia
Is Elite Manor Amelia licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Elite Manor Amelia licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Elite Manor Amelia been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Elite Manor Amelia still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Elite Manor Amelia cost?
$5,350 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,400–$6,600. 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 17 small homes 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 Elite Manor Amelia 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 Elite Manor Residential Care Company, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Elite Manor Residential Care Company, LLC — at least 5 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Palomar Ucsd Medical Center Escondido is 3.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Elite Manor Amelia keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 1 resident, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Elite Manor Amelia license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “ELITE MANOR AMELIA”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #371081354. 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 Elite Manor Residential Care Company, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2022, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2022, 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 2022, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 11, 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 1 resident
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 1 resident
- 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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR 1 NONAMBULATORY AND 5 AMBULATOY RESIDENTS. APPROVED FOR 1 HOSPICE RESIDENT.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 1 — 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?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,350a month to start
Likely $4,400–$6,600
From 17 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,350a month
Likely $4,400–$6,750
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$5,350likely $4,400–$6,600
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 17 small homes 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 $4,400–$6,750
- $5,350
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,100–$9,800
- $7,350
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 17 small homes 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.
17 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$6,600.
- 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 17 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Elite Manor MelbourneEscondido · 0.9 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Elite Senior LivingEscondido · 1.0 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- El Norte Home CareEscondido · 1.1 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Kelly's Greenway VillaEscondido · 1.2 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Escondido Retirement GardenEscondido · 1.6 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Secure SeniorsEscondido · 1.9 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Alta View ManorEscondido · 1.9 mi · Small home$5,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Champine ManorEscondido · 1.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sapphire SunsetEscondido · 2.1 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Avocado CreekEscondido · 2.1 mi · Mid-size home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa Monticello Assisted LivingEscondido · 2.4 mi · Mid-size home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Kelly's Oakhill VillaEscondido · 2.6 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Madeleine's Senior LivingEscondido · 2.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Kelly's Eastbury VillaEscondido · 2.8 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Pacific Sunset - Eureka SpringsEscondido · 2.8 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Diamond Care RCFEEscondido · 2.8 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Crossroads Home CareEscondido · 2.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 1104 Amelia Place, Escondido, CA 92026Address 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 2022. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated August 11, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- August 11, 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 2022.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 2 of 5 documents
Aug 11, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 8/11/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kyle Wellington arrived unannounced to conduct an annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver, Karina Alvarez, who was informed of the purpose of the visit. LPA met with Administrator (Admin), William Lee, who arrived later and was also was informed of the purpose of the visit. LPA received a staff and resident roster from Admin. The census at the facility is five (5) residents. LPA toured the inside and outside of the facility with Admin. LPA conducted an observation and record review for the inspection Facility Overview: Facility is a one story house with six (6) resident bedrooms, three (3) resident bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room, family room, laundry room, storage rooms and attached garage. There are no pools, bodies of water or firearms at the facility. Infection Control: LPA observed cleaning equipment and supplies in the locked laundry room and in the locked storage room and available for regular facility maintenance. LPA reviewed the facility’s infection control plan which met the department’s requirements. Physical Plant: LPA observed the inside and outside of the facility to be clean, safe and well kept. The floors, windows and doors were clean and well maintained. The living room, family room and dining room furniture was in good repair. Clients' bedrooms were neat, organized and contained the required bedding, lighting and furniture. Clients' bathrooms were clean, tidy and had hot air hand dryers, soap, hand rails, non-slip mats in the showers and posted signs for water temperature over 120 F. Extra linen and towels were kept in a closet in the hall. Facility had night lights and was free of obstructions. Laundry equipment appeared to be in good working condition. Laundry supplies were kept in a cabinet in the locked laundry room. One (1) fire extinguisher was charged and available for use. LPA tested one (1) of the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and found them to be hard-wired and operable. The backyard was free of hazards and had outdoor furniture and shaded area for the residents. Kitchen: LPA observed the kitchen to be sanitary, organized, and well maintained. The kitchen had the ability to prepare and store food in a safe and clean environment. Kitchen appliances appeared to be in good working condition. All sharp objects were kept in a locked drawer in the kitchen inaccessible to residents. Cleaning supplies were kept in a locked cabinet under the kitchen sink inaccessible to residents. Food in the refrigerator/freezer and cabinets were stored properly and not expired. Facility has over a two day supply of perishable foods and over a seven day supply of non-perishable foods. Care & Supervision: LPA observed two (2) staff and four (4) residents at the facility during the inspection. One (1) resident was in the hospital. Facility has sufficient staff to supervise the residents. Administration: LPA observed facility sketch, personal rights, emergency and disaster plan, complaint information & procedures, long-term care ombudsman information, facility license, business license and administrator certificates posted in the hall. Admin holds a current Administrator Certificate, Criminal Record Clearance and is associated with the facility. Client/Resident and Staff Files: LPA reviewed the records of three (3) staff files and five (5) residents' files. Staff have a current CPR/First Aid Certificate, Criminal Record Clearance and are associated with the facility. The files contained all the required documentation and paperwork. Resident files were kept in a locked cabinet in the kitchen and Staff files were kept at the office inaccessible to unauthorized individuals. Medication: LPA observed residents' medications were centrally stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen inaccessible to residents. First aid kit was kept in a locked cabinet and it contained all the required items. LPA reviewed five (5) residents' medications to the facility’s medication log to make sure all medication was accounted for and dispensed correctly. Disaster & Emergency: LPA reviewed the facility’s emergency and disaster plan. It is current and up to date. Disaster drills are conducted quarterly with the last one done on 7/5/26. Facility's property and liability insurance is current and expires on 7/1/27. All facility exits were clear of blockage and contained signage. No deficiencies were cited during this visit. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator, William Lee, and a copy of this report was given to Administrator, William Lee.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 11, 2026
Aug 8, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 08/08/24 at 11:02am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Javina George made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a 1 year required visit/annual inspection. LPA George met with Administrator William Lee and informed of the purpose of today's visit. The facility is licensed to serve residents age range 60 and over, of which 1 may be non ambulatory and 5 ambulatory residents. The facility has an approved hospice waiver for (1). There are currently (2) residents receiving hospice services. The Administrator will submit a hospice waiver increase. Below is a summary of what was observed during today’s inspection: Infection Control: LPA George observed that the facility has an updated Infection Control Plan on file and is demonstrating best practices in the facility to maintain a healthy environment for staff, residents and visitors. Physical Plant: LPA toured the interior and exterior of the facility and observed that there a sufficient bedrooms (6) and bathrooms (2.5) for resident use. The facility was observed to have the required furniture and linen to be present and in good condition in resident bedrooms. The exits are free from obstruction and that there is plenty of space for activities. In the backyard there is a covered patio, and a gazebo. There are no pools or bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed for the facility sketch to not match the physical lay out of the facility as the licensee added staff break rooms, that have beds inside. LPA observed for one room to have a green suitcase, however all staff and the Administrator William denied that there are live in caregivers. Staff Records: LPA observed that there are sufficient staff present to meet the needs of residents. LPA George confirmed that there is an Administrator present. LPA observed for the additional Administrator William Lee to not be associated to the facility, but has proper fingerprint clearance. Guardian information will be provided. However per the records review and confirmation from the Administrator William all staff present at the time of LPAs visit are volunteers. All volunteers are paid were observed to have criminal record clearance and were associated to the facility. The volunteers were included in the staffing plan and were left unattended without any supervision. Deficiency cited. Resident Records: LPA conducted a review of (2) resident files to confirm that they have the required information present in their files, including Physician's Report, Admissions Agreement, and current Needs & Services Plan. (1) resident was observed to not have a current medical assessment completed, as the last assessment was in May 2023. In addition LPA conducted a review of the resident roster as LPA observed for there to be more than one non ambulatory resident as 1 resident was observed using a walker, 1 was observed using a motorized wheelchair and the third resident was in a wheelchair. The facility fire clearance was granted for 1 non ambulatory and 5 ambulatory residents. Deficiency cited. Food Services: The kitchen and dining area to be maintained in a clean and healthful manner. Sufficient dishware and silverware were present for resident’s use. LPA George observed the facility to have the required amount of 7 day supply non-perishable and a two supply perishable food items. LPA observed for there to be 3 expired canned food items, which were discarded at the time of LPAs visit. Medication: Resident medication was observed to be locked in the cabinet inside the kitchen and inaccessible to residents. A review of medication revealed that there was (5) missing initials on the Medication Authorization Record MAR, however LPA was able to verify that the medication had been dispensed. The Administrator stated that a training will be given which will include reminders to sign off on the medication after it has been administered. Emergency Disaster Preparedness: The facility has an Emergency Disaster Plan on file and conducts regular disaster drills on a quarterly basis. The last drill was conducted on 07/31/24. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and were found to be operable. The facility has a fully charged fire extinguishers. There are no known guns or ammunition on the premises. The hot water was tested and was found to be within regulatory limit measuring at 110-113.8 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility has emergency food and water supply. The sharps and hazardous chemicals were observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Based on today's inspection a citation will be issued in accordance with the California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8). An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report, 809D, appeal rights, and Proof of Corrections form LIC 9098, were provided to William Lee, Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 8, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Elite Manor Residential Care Company, LLC, licensed since 2022, operates 4 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Elite Manor Melbourne · Escondido
- Elite Manor Residential Care · Escondido
- Elite Manor II Residential Care · Escondido
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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