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Love & Care Residential Facility II
Small home·Licensed for 6·San Marcos, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Starting rate$6,500 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 visitOctober 16, 2025CDSS inspection record
Love & Care Residential Facility II is a small care home in San Marcos — 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 2005. Dementia care and bedridden care are not on file.
Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Love & Care Residential Facility II
Is Love & Care Residential Facility II licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Love & Care Residential Facility II licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Love & Care Residential Facility II been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2005, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.
Is Love & Care Residential Facility II still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Love & Care Residential Facility II cost?
$6,500 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 6 other homes of a similar licensed size in San Marcos that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $7,000 a month, and the middle figure is $6,000 (n = 6 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 Love & Care Residential Facility II 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 Tessie & Eric Melad, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Marcos is 2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Love & Care Residential Facility II keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Love & Care Residential Facility II license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “LOVE & CARE RESIDENTIAL FACILITY II”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #374602258. 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 Tessie & Eric Melad, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2005, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 3 state inspection visits since 2005, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2005, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 3 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2005, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is October 16, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved by the state
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
- 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) ELDERLY RESIDENTS AGE 60 AND OVER; ALL OF WHOM MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. FACILITY HAS A HOSPICE WAIVER FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — 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
This home’s starting rate
$6,500a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$6,500a month
Likely $6,500–$7,100
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
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$6,500this 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 $6,500–$7,100
- $6,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $6,500–$10,600
- $8,500
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.
8 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,850–$6,900.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Show the 8 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Twin Oaks ManorSan Marcos · 1.0 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Country Rose Estate Memory CareSan Marcos · 1.5 mi · Mid-size home$3,750Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Diamond Care RCFEEscondido · 1.5 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Weaver's Twin Oaks VillaSan Marcos · 1.7 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Sapphire SunsetEscondido · 2.4 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa Monticello Assisted LivingEscondido · 2.8 mi · Mid-size home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Alta View ManorEscondido · 2.8 mi · Small home$5,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Champine ManorEscondido · 2.8 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 603 Maybritt Cir, San Marcos, CA 92069Address 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 4 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits since 2005. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated October 16, 2025.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 3
- Most recent visit
- October 16, 2025
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 2005.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 4 documents
Oct 16, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 10/16/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Janette Romero made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a required annual inspection. LPA met with Licensees, Tessie and Eric Melad who were informed of the purpose of the visit. The facility has a fire clearance to serve six (6) non-ambulatory elderly residents. The facility also has an approved hospice waiver for two (2) and LPA was informed none of the current residents are on hospice. During today's visit, there was two (2) staff and two (2) residents present. LPA toured the facility with licensee and observed the facility is made up of a one-story home with three (3) resident bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, a kitchen, dining area, living room, laundry room, staff room, and attached garage. Resident bedrooms had the required bedding, furniture, and lighting. Bathrooms had grab bars and non-skid mats in the showers. No bodies of water were observed on the premises. Indoor and outdoor pathways were free of obstruction. The facility met Departmental requirements for a two-day supply of perishable foods and seven-day supply of non-perishable foods. Medications are secured in a locked kitchen cabinet. Licensee tested one (1) of the smoke alarms/carbon monoxide detectors and LPA found it to be operational. LPA also observed a charged fire extinguisher mounted in the kitchen. The facility's certificate of liability insurance expires on 07/01/2026. Resident files reviewed had Departmental required records. LPA reviewed the facility's Certificate of Completion noting their last earthquake drill was conducted on 07/07/2025. Long Term Care Ombudsman's contact information, residents' personal rights, complaint procedures, emergency disaster plan, and facility sketch are visibly posted near the front entrance. During today's visit, LPA did not observe any issues or concerns. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was reviewed and provided to licensees.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 16, 2025
Oct 16, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sara Martinez conducted an unannounced annual required visit. LPA was granted entry and met with Administrator Eric Melad who was informed of the purpose of today's visit. At the time of the visit there was two (2) staff and two (2) residents present. LPA conducted a tour of the interior and exterior, reviewed facility documents and conducted interviews. LPA observed the following: Physical plant, floors, windows, and doors were observed to be clean. Fixtures and furniture were in good repair were present. LPA observed outdoor furniture and shaded area for clients. Facility kitchen had the ability to prepare food in clean environment and possessed equipment in good working condition. LPA observed the facility met the required 2-day supply of perishable and 7-day supply of non-perishable foods. LPA reviewed staff files and training. Records review for Staff One (S1) and Staff Two (S2) revealed S1 and S2 have not conducted the required twenty (20) hours of annual training. A deficiency will be issued under Health and Safety Code 1569.625(b)(2) along with a plan of correction. Records review revealed S1 and S2 do not have a current CPR and first aide training on file. A deficiency will be issued under Health and Safety Code 1569.618(c)(3) along with a plan of correction. Two resident files were reviewed and possessed all required paperwork which included Admissions Agreement and updated Physician's Report. The listed administrator does not have a current and/or pending administrator certificate with the last administrator certificate expiring in 2023. A deficiency will be issued under Title 22 Regulation 87405(a) along with a plan of correction. Resident medication was centrally stored and locked in a closet located in a kitchen cabinet. LPA observed Resident One (R1) medication that require refrigeration stored in the kitchen's refrigerator with the facility's perishable foods and was accessible to residents in care. A deficiency will be issued under Title 22 Regulation 87465(h)(1)(A) along with a plan of correction. LPA reviewed medications prescribed to two (2) residents and found R1's PRN medication had been administered without the facility staff documenting the date and time the PRN medication was given. A deficiency will be issued under Title 22 Regulation 87465(d)(3) along with a plan of correction. LPA reviewed the facility's emergency and disaster plan and infection control plan. Records review and interview with S1 revealed facility has not conducted the required quarterly fire drill this year. A deficiency will be issued under Health and Safety Code 1569.695(c) along with a plan of correction. LPA observed emergency supplies in the garage, a charged fire extinguisher, and first aid kit with all required items. An exit interview was conducted where a copy of this report, LIC 809-D, LIC 811, and appeal rights was provided to Administrator Melad.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 16, 2024
The state marks this report as 7 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 5. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Oct 6, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jacqueline Shaw Ross made an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of an annual review. LPA was greeted by Administrator, Eric Melad and explained the purpose of the visit. A tour of the facility was conducted inside and out. At the time of visit, all three residents were home and one additional staff was present. The facility is approved for six (6) elderly residents ages 60 and over all of whom may be non-ambulatory. There is a hospice waiver for two (2) residents. The facility is a four (4) bedroom two (2) bathroom one story home. Each residents have their own bedroom. The fourth bedroom is reserved for staff. During the tour the following was observed: Resident bedrooms had the required furnishings and were observed to be in good condition. Bathrooms had required signage, hand rails, non-slip mats. Night-lights were observed in the hallways. Fixtures and furniture for an operational facility are present and in good repair. All passageways were free of obstructions, charged fire extinguishers and the fire alarm system was operable, medications are kept centralized and locked, hazardous items are kept inaccessible residents. Hot water was tested at 134 degrees Fahrenheit which is above the maximum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Administrator adjusted the hot water temperature and will contine to monitor the temperature, adjusting it accordingly. Backyard area is free from obstructions. Kitchen/Food Service: LPA observed the entire kitchen, food is stored properly and dishes are clean and in good condition. There is a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable foods. Area was observed to be clean and functional. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff employed. Administration: Emergency exiting plans, telephone numbers and Ombudsman information and other required signage are posted throughout the facility. Drills are conducted regularly. The last drill was 3/20/2023. Record Review and Client/Staff Files: LPA reviewed current staff and all staff have has Criminal Background Clearance, current CPR/First Aid certification, and trainings are current. The Administrator's certificate expires 10/21/2023. Resident records were reviewed and the following deficiency was observed: -File review for R1 did not contain a current Physician's Report. The last Physician report was completed in 2020. LPA informed Administrator Physician's reports must be updated annually. Citation issued. Physician reports for all other residents are current. All other documents in residents files were up to date. Medication Review: LPA reviewed medication and medication log. Residents' medications are being dispensed according to physician's orders. LPA provided a copy of the LIC 809, LIC 809D, and appeal rights to Administrator, Eric Melad during the exit interview.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 6, 2023
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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