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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$6,250 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $5,150–$7,700
- 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 13, 2026CDSS inspection record
St Joseph Caregiving is a small care home in El Cajon — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents.
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 St Joseph Caregiving
Is St Joseph Caregiving licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is St Joseph Caregiving licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has St Joseph Caregiving been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is St Joseph Caregiving still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does St Joseph Caregiving cost?
$6,250 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $5,150–$7,700. 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 13 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 13 other homes of a similar licensed size in El Cajon that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,875 to $6,550 a month, and the middle figure is $5,500 (n = 13 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 St Joseph Caregiving 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 St Joseph Caregiving Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Grossmont Hospital is 3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can St Joseph Caregiving keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
St Joseph Caregiving license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “ST JOSEPH CAREGIVING”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #374604963. 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 St Joseph Caregiving Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
- 5 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 13, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved by the state
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident
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 SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH ONE (1) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM 3. HOSPICE WAIVER GRANTED FOR TWO (2).
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
3 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$6,250a month to start
Likely $5,150–$7,700
From 13 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$6,250a month
Likely $5,150–$7,850
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$6,250likely $5,150–$7,700
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 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 $5,150–$7,850
- $6,250
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,950–$10,800
- $8,250
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 13 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.
13 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,450–$6,850.
- 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 13 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Lexington HouseEl Cajon · 0.6 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Parkway Gardens Retirement Care HomeEl Cajon · 0.6 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Noble Living IIEl Cajon · 1.8 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Senior Care & Comfort LivingEl Cajon · 1.9 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Meadow Creek VillaEl Cajon · 1.9 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- La Cruz Senior CareEl Cajon · 2.6 mi · Mid-size home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa AlegreEl Cajon · 2.6 mi · Small home$6,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- La Valhalla Residential CareEl Cajon · 2.6 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Pine Tree Home 2El Cajon · 2.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Renaissance LivingLa Mesa · 2.7 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Sierra Sunshine CareEl Cajon · 2.7 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Jobeth Home CareEl Cajon · 2.8 mi · Small home$4,650Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Lucie's Cozy CottageEl Cajon · 3.0 mi · Mid-size home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 719 Taft Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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The state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.
Since 2025, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated August 13, 2026.
- On file since
- 2025
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- August 13, 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.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 5 of 5 documents
Aug 13, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Post Licensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) David Roman, Licensing Program Managers (LPM) Simon Jacob and Lizzette Tellez, conducted an unannounced Post Licensing inspection visit. LPA identified himself, introduced himself, and discussed the purpose of the visit with Caregiver, Diana Cuevas. According to the facility’s license, the facility has a maximum capacity of 6 clients non-ambulatory of which 1 may be bedridden in room 3. Hospice waiver granted for 2. LPA D. Roman along with facility staff toured the interior and exterior of the facility and inspected bedrooms and bathrooms. The facility was sanitary, and in good repair. Resident bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, toilets, and showers were in working order. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and resident activities. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. There were toxic chemicals/poisons accessible to clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. Water temperature was measured at 120 degrees F. No pools or bodies of water on the premises. Per DSP staff, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting were working. No night lights in the hallways and facility telephone was not working. Fire extinguishers were present. First aid kits were complete and readily accessible. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Resident records were incomplete and missing required documentation. Staff records were not made available. Deficiencies were cited today for toxic chemicals, lack of records, lack of staff, lack of training, lack of first aid training, and multiple technical violations were issued. An exit interview was conducted with DSP/Caregiver, Diana Cuevas, to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights, LIC 809-Ds and LIC 9102s were provided during the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 13, 2026
Aug 11, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Health Checks
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Natasha Persaud conducted a Case Management - Health Checks visit. LPA was greeted and allowed entry into the facility by Volunteer, Sandy Kassab. LPA met with Administrator, Maryana Isho and discussed the purpose of the visit. During today's visit, LPA briefly toured the facility and collected records. There were no health and/or safety concerns observed during the visit. No deficiencies were issued. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with Licensee Rights (LIC 9058 03/22) were provided to Administrator, Maryana Isho whose signature below confirms receipt of these rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 11, 2026
Jul 29, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Deficiencies
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ramin Hashemi conducted an unannounced Case Management visit to the facility while the LPA was opening a complaint investigation to cite deficiencies. LPA was welcomed by, identified themselves to, and discussed the purpose of the visit to Administrator Maryana Isho. During Today's visit, there were three (3) residents in care. As LPA was conducting file review at the facility, LPA noted that per the administrator there are four (4) employees currently working at the facility including administrator. Per the administrator, employees had no background clearance records to provide to the LPA during their visit. Only the administrator was associated to the facility in Guardian. S1 has been working at the facility since January 2026, S2 since May 2026, and S3 since February 2026. S1 is cleared in guardian but not associated with the facility. During the Audit, the LPA also noted that the staffing and resident files were incomplete. Three type A Deficiencies and one type B deficiency are being cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 (please see attached LIC 809-D Pages), Two Civil Penalties are being assessed for the total amount of $1500.00 due to lack of S1, S2, and S3 fingerprinting and association. Details are noted on the attached LIC 421BG form. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Maryana Isho to whom a copy of this report, the LIC 421BG's, and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) were provided. Their signature below confirms receipt of these documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 29, 2026
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87355(e)(2) · Plan of correction due date: Aug 21, 2026
87355 Criminal Record Clearance (e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review... shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility.(2) Obtain a California clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by the Department or This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 4 staff did not have criminal record clearance, which poses an immediate safety risk to 3 out of 3 persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 29, 2026
Plan of correction: Immediately, Licensee has restricted non-cleared staff from returning to the facility. Licensee will provide documentation of cleared and associated staff to CCLD Offices by 08/21/2026
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR87506(a) · Plan of correction due date: Jul 30, 2026
87506 Resident Records (a) The licensee shall ensure that a separate, complete, and current record is maintained for each resident in the facility or in a central administrative location readily available to facility staff and to licensing agency staff Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that resident records were incomplete, which poses an immediate safety risk to 3 out of 3 persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 29, 2026
Plan of correction: Within 24 hours, licensee provide deadline reagarding procuring resident documents. Licensee will procure all required resident records for current residents (3 of 3) and show roof of documentation will be sent by 08/21/2026
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87553(e)(3) · Plan of correction due date: Jul 29, 2026
87553 Criminal Record Clearance (e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review ... shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: (3)Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 87355(c) Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 4 staff had clearance but were not associated,which poses an immediate safety risk to 3 out of 3 persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 29, 2026
Plan of correction: Licensee will contact the CPMB to associate Staff 1 within 24 hours. Licensee agreed to restrict other unassociated staff members to the facility until they were associated. Proof of Association is to be submitted to CCLD Offices by 08/21/2026
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR87412(a) · Plan of correction due date: Jul 29, 2026
87412 Personnel Records (a)The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 4 out of 4 personnel records were incomplete which poses an potential safety risk to 3 out of 3 persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 29, 2026
Plan of correction: Licensee will procure all required personnel records for current staff (4 of 4) and proof of documentation will be sent to CCLD Offcies by 08/21/2026
Nov 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angelica Boyles conducted an announced Pre-Licensing visit to observe the facility’s physical plant for compliance with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and California Health & Safety Code. LPA was greeted by, identified herself to, and explained the purpose of the visit to the applicant’s representative, Maryana Isho. The facility fire clearance was granted on 7/14/25 and reflected that the facility was approved for six (6) residents in total, of which five (5) may be non-ambulatory and one (1) may be bedridden. The facility's fire clearance did not include delayed-egress door or secured perimeter endorsements, and neither were present during today's visit. The submitted facility sketch was consistent with the current layout of the facility. During today’s visit, LPA, accompanied by the applicant’s representative, toured the interior and exterior of the facility and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were well lit and free of obstruction and slip hazards. Resident bedrooms allowed for easy passage and contained the required furnishings. Toilets, sinks, and showers were in working order. The facility’s ambient internal temperature was comfortable and compliant and hot water temperature at taps accessible to residents were also compliant. (Continued on LIC809-C) (Continued from LIC809) The facility has enough linens, hygiene supplies, cooking and dining supplies, and perishable and non-perishable food for future resident use. All kitchen appliances were in working order. The facility has sufficient space and equipment to facilitate laundry, visitation, meetings, and resident activities. The facility has locked areas for storage of sharp objects, medication, and confidential resident and staff records. No pools or bodies of water were observed on the premises. There were no toxic chemicals/poisons or open-faced heaters accessible to residents. Per the applicant’s representative, no firearms or ammunition are or will be stored at the facility. Smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all operational. All fire extinguisher(s) were serviced within the last twelve months. A complete first aid kit was present. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. The items reviewed were complaint with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and California Health & Safety Code. The applicant passed the pre-licensing inspection. LPA also provided the Component III Training during today’s visit. The applicant was advised that the facility’s application is pending management final review and approval. An exit interview was conducted with the applicant’s representative, Maryana Isho, 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, Nov 13, 2025
Sep 29, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Component II completion: Successful Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: INITIAL Capacity: 06 Census : 0 Method: Telephone call with CAB COMP II Participants: ISHO, MARYANA Administrator/Licensee participated in COMP II via telephone call with CAB analyst. Identification of the Administrator/Licensee was verified by confirming driver’s license number. During COMP II, Administrator/Licensee confirmed the understanding of Title 22. Component II was successfully completed. Administrator/Licensee was advised to email signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID to CAB. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Administrator/Licensee's understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 29, 2025
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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