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Thrive Elder Care
Small home·Licensed for 6·San Diego, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Starting rate$6,000 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 visitMarch 30, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderYealem LLCSince 2024 · 2 licensed homes
Thrive Elder Care is a small care home in San Diego — 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 2024. Dementia care is not on file.
Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Thrive Elder Care
Is Thrive Elder Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Thrive Elder Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Thrive Elder Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Thrive Elder Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Thrive Elder Care cost?
$6,000 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
Among 48 other homes of a similar licensed size in San Diego that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,900 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 48 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 Thrive Elder Care 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 Yealem LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Yealem LLC — at least 4 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Zion is 0.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Thrive Elder Care keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Thrive Elder Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “THRIVE ELDER CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #374604786. 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 Yealem LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is March 30, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 residents
- 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. SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS IN ROOMS 1 - 6 OF WHICH ONE (1) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM 1 ONLY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR FOUR (4).
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — 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
$6,000a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$6,000a month
Likely $6,000–$6,600
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$6,000this home
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
Shared room insteadAsknot on file
This home’s listed starting rate is for assisted living private room. A shared room, if one is offered, may cost less — ask.
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 $6,000–$6,600
- $6,000
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $6,000–$10,100
- $8,000
Lines marked “Ask” are not in the totals.
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 private room, seen September 9, 2026.
9 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,150–$6,150.
- 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 9 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Twain Residential CareSan Diego · 0.0 mi · Mid-size home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort & Joy LivingSan Diego · 1.3 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Del Cerro Elder CareSan Diego · 1.5 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Emerald Guest HomeSan Diego · 2.4 mi · Small home$2,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa Del CieloSan Diego · 2.5 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Tierrasanta Vernanel Care HomeSan Diego · 2.7 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Calle De VidaSan Diego · 2.8 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Mission Villa WestSan Diego · 2.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Mission Villa EastSan Diego · 2.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 4670 Twain Ave., San Diego, CA 92120Address 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 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 30, 2026.
- On file since
- 2024
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- March 30, 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 2024.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 6 of 6 documents
Mar 30, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
:Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Amy Rodgers, made an unannounced visit to continue the required One-Year Inspection to ensure substantial compliance with Title 22 regulations. LPA Rodgers was granted entry after identifying herself and stating the purpose of the inspection Amsal Engdaw Administrator. A tour of the facility was conducted which included resident room, the dining area, common gathering areas, and food storage areas. Each resident had clean and sufficient bed linens. All residents’ rooms were equipped with the required furnishings. Residents’ bathrooms were observed to be sanitary and operational. Showers were equipped with grab bars. Hot water temperature in residents’ bathrooms were compliant. The smoke and carbon monoxide alarms were present in the building. Emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all working. First aid kit was complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. PPE supplies are on site. Indoor passageways were free from obstructions. Activities schedule were posted. Centrally stored medications were properly stored and locked in a medication cabinet. Medications were labeled and kept in compliance with label instructions.Resident records were reviewed and confirmed compliant. . LPA conducted a review of In-service training procedures. LPA interviewed staff and clients. LPA reviewed multiple staff and client records/files. Files reviewed contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. LPA observed that residents were being treated with dignity by staff, and there were sufficient staff on duty to meet resident’s needs. No deficiencies were cited at the time of visit. An exit interview was conducted with Amsal Engdaw Administrator to whom copies of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided at the conclusion of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 30, 2026
May 8, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation
Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Amy Rodgers, made an unannounced visit to continue the required One-Year Inspection to ensure substantial compliance with Title 22 regulations. LPA Rodgers was granted entry after identifying herself and stating the purpose of the inspection Amsal Engdaw Administrator. A tour of the facility was conducted which included a sample of resident units, the dining area, common gathering areas, and food storage areas. There are no water features on site. Each resident had clean and sufficient bed linens. All residents’ rooms were equipped with the required furnishings. Residents’ bathrooms were observed to be sanitary and operational. Showers were equipped with grab bars. Hot water temperature in residents’ bathrooms were compliant. The facility is operating in accordance with their fire clearance. The smoke and carbon monoxide alarms were present in the building. Emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all working. First aid kit was complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. PPE supplies are on site. Indoor passageways were free from obstructions. Food was observed to be properly labeled. The food service area was observed to be neat and clean. Food menus and activities schedule were posted. Centrally stored medications were properly stored and locked in a medication cabinet. Medications were labeled and kept in compliance with label instructions. [CONTINUED ON LIC 809-C] [CONTINUED FROM LIC 809] Resident records were reviewed and confirmed compliant. Administrator’s certification is current. LPA reviewed the theft and loss policy and procedures. LPA conducted a review of In-service training procedures. LPA interviewed Amsal Engdaw Administrator was assured transportation procedures as well as outside medical and dental assistance procedure are compliant. There is large common rooms used for dining and activities. LPA observed that residents were being treated with dignity by staff, and there were sufficient staff on duty to meet resident’s needs. LPA interviewed staff and clients. LPA interviews did not raise any licensing concerns. LPA reviewed multiple staff and client records/files. Files reviewed contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. The administrator presented proof of current/active business liability insurance. No deficiencies were cited at the time of visit. An exit interview was conducted with Amsal Engdaw Administrator to whom copies of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided at the conclusion of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 8, 2025
Apr 2, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Amy Rodgers conducted an unannounced visit to commence a Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by, identified themselves to, and discussed the purpose of the visit with Care Giver Mary Jane Luna. During today’s visit, LPA toured the facility, reviewed client records, and interviewed staff and clients. No deficiencies were cited during today’s visit. Due to time constraints, a return visit on a subsequent day is needed to complete the annual inspection. An exit interview was conducted with Care Giver Luna, 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, Apr 2, 2025
Aug 15, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Debbie Correia, conducted an unannounced Case Management visit to the facility. LPA Correia was met at the entry by Caregiver Juliet Remulla, identified herself and was granted entry. Licensee Amsal Engdaw arrived a short time later, to whom LPA explained the purpose of the visit. Today's visit was to confirm the details of a self-reported death report received by CCLD San Diego Regional Office on August 14, 2024. During today's visit LPA interviewed staff and conducted a review of and secured resident records. [See LIC 811 Confidential Names] No deficiencies were cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Engdaw to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 15, 2024
Apr 16, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amy Domingo conducted an announced Pre-Licensing visit. LPA Domingo was joined by Applicant Amsal Engdaw and granted entry into the facility. The purpose of the visit was to inspect the facility to ensure that the facility is in compliance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. The fire inspection was completed on 02/21/24, and the facility was approved for 5 non ambulatory residents and 1 bedridden resident. During today's visit, LPA, accompanied by applicant, toured the facility inside and outside and inspected every room. The facility was found to be in good repair with no pathway obstructions. Clients' bedrooms were observed to be clean and resident accommodations included furnishings, linens and personal hygiene items; resident bathrooms were equipped with grab bars, bath mats; staff and administrative records are located in a locked office; food service including dishes, utensils, food storage and a seven day supply of non perishables and a two day supply of fresh perishables are present; toxic substances are stored locked in the garage or the office; medication storage and administration logs are located in a locked cabinet in the kitchen; first aid kit and current first aid manual are located in the office; activities, supplies and sufficient space to conduct are present; fire extinguishers are affixed with a current tag; smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are present and operable; facility posting requirements are present in a common area and the facility administrators certification is current; no pools or other body of water is present on the facility; per the applicant there are no guns, weapons or ammunition located on the property. Discussed with the applicant were continuing operation requirements, record keeping and physical plant compliance. The applicant shall contact the Centralized Application Unit (CAU) for completion of this pending facility application. An exit interview was conducted with Amsal Engdaw, and a copy of this report and Licensee Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) were were printed and given to Amsal Engdaw at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 16, 2024
Apr 4, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: Engdaw, Amsal - Applicant/Administrator Interview Method: Telephone interview On 04/04/2024, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’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, Apr 4, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Yealem LLC, licensed since 2024, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Thrive Elder Care 2 · El Cajon
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?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in San Diego County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Twain Residential Care
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$4,500 a month to start · Listed by the home
Vibrant Living II
San Diego · Small home · 0.1 mi away
$5,100 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Pine Tree Home
San Diego · Small home · 0.3 mi away
$5,150 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Cloisters of the Valley
San Diego · Large community · 0.8 mi away
$5,550 a month to start · Listed by the home
Nazareth House
San Diego · Large community · 0.8 mi away
$4,000 a month to start · Listed by the home
College Town Senior Retirement Villa I
San Diego · Small home · 1.1 mi away
$5,450 a month to start · Covelight estimate