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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Starting rate$6,700 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 visitJanuary 28, 2026CDSS inspection record
Villa Alegre 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 since 2010. 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 Villa Alegre
Is Villa Alegre licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Villa Alegre licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Villa Alegre been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2010, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Villa Alegre still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Villa Alegre cost?
$6,700 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 12 other homes of a similar licensed size in El Cajon that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,750 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,075 (n = 12 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 Villa Alegre 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 Locsin, Frederick M/Donnah Rey, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Can Villa Alegre keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Villa Alegre license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “VILLA ALEGRE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #374602919. 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 Locsin, Frederick M/Donnah Rey, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2010, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2010, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2010, 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 2010, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is January 28, 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 by the state
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved by the state
- 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 WILL SERVE SIX (6) EDLERLY RESIDENTS; AGES 60 AND ABOVE. ALL OF WHOM MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR FOUR (4)
935 - ELDERLY
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
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
$6,700a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$6,700a month
Likely $6,700–$7,300
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$6,700this 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 $6,700–$7,300
- $6,700
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $6,700–$10,800
- $8,700
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 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,550–$6,300.
- 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
- La Valhalla Residential CareEl Cajon · 1.0 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- La Cruz Senior CareEl Cajon · 1.4 mi · Mid-size home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Meadow Creek VillaEl Cajon · 2.4 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Loving Hands Senior CareSpring Valley · 3.1 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Lexington HouseEl Cajon · 3.1 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Parkway Gardens Retirement Care HomeEl Cajon · 3.2 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Lucie's Cozy CottageEl Cajon · 3.3 mi · Mid-size home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Senior Care & Comfort LivingEl Cajon · 3.3 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Noble Living IIEl Cajon · 4.4 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 1938 Hidden Springs Drive, El Cajon, CA 92019Address 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 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2010. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated January 28, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- January 28, 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 2010.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents
Jan 28, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
LPA Correia conducted the required one-year inspection. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by Licensee Frederick Locsin, identified herself, and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to serve six residents aged 60 and above, all of whom may be non-ambulatory, with up to four residents approved to receive hospice services. Co-licensee Donnah Locsin arrived shortly thereafter and joined the visit. During today’s inspection, all six residents were present. Three residents are currently on hospice, and all six are non-ambulatory. A review of resident records confirmed that required documents, including the current Physician’s Report, Resident Appraisal, Needs & Services Plan, Identification and Emergency Information, and Admission Agreement—were complete and up to date. Personnel records were also reviewed and found to include Criminal Record Clearance, required training, Health/TB Screening Report, First Aid and CPR certification, and qualifications, all of which were current and complete. The Administrator’s certification is valid until April 30, 2027. The facility’s last disaster drill was conducted on October 7, 2025. The facility maintains a current lease agreement and liability insurance. Medication administration records were accurate and complete, and medications were stored in a locked medication cart. Toxic substances and other hazardous materials were secured in locked cabinets. LPA, accompanied by Licensee Locsin, conducted a tour of the facility, inspecting both the interior and exterior. The facility was observed to be clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstructions and slip hazards. Required postings were visible. Resident bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Resident showers were equipped with non-skid flooring and grab bars and were in working order. The water temperature at taps used by residents measured within regulation.. Doors, windows, and screens were in good condition. Extra linens, hygiene supplies, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).. LPA also observed a landline telephone, operational smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a current fire extinguisher, and a First Aid Kit and manual. The facility includes an adequately sized common area and a shaded outdoor space for activities and visitation. The pool area is secured with a locked foot gate. Per Licensee Locsin, there are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. Based on today’s inspection, no deficiencies were cited. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report along with Licensee Rights (LIC 9058, rev. 01/16) will be provided to Licensee Locsin. Licensee’s signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 28, 2026
Jan 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Incident
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carmen Lopez conducted an unannounced required annual inspection and in conjunction conducted this case management visit at the facility. LPA Lopez identified herself and was granted entry by caregiver Manuel Santiaguel. LPA stated the purpose of the visit and reviewed the basic elements of the visit with Administrator Frederick Locsin and Licensee Donnah Locsin who later arrived and joined the visit. The facility self-reported an incident regarding resident #1 (R1) (See LIC 811 Confidential Names List) to Community Care Licensing on December 26, 2024. The facility reported that on December 19, 2024, R1 eloped from the facility but staff #1 (S1) found the resident a few houses down with neighbors who had initiated emergency response. Although they did not find any signs of trauma, the resident's responsible party and Licensee agreed to have the resident seen and checked. R1 returned to the facility on December 22nd. R1 was admitted to home health upon their return to the facility. During today’s visit, LPA toured the facility, conducted staff and resident interviews, and conducted a welfare check for resident in care, and observed there were no immediate safety concerns. Resident Physician’s Report, dated 1/20/24, showed that the R1 is ambulatory and has a diagnosis of dementia. Further review of the Physician’s Report indicated that the resident is not at risk if allowed to leave the community unsupervised due to dementia or cognitive decline. Further review of the Physician's Report showed that the R1 is able to communicate their needs and is able to follow simple directions. According to the interviews, the Licensee said that they have never had an elopement, and this was their first elopement. Licensee did not have an absentee notification plan on file as there was no prior need for one. LPA provided Licensee technical assistance regarding the absentee notification plan. This case management requires further follow-up. No deficiencies were cited during this visit. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Donnah Locsin and a copy of this report, LIC9102-TA, LIC 811 (confidential names list) and Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058 01/16) were provided to the Licensee at the conclusion of the visit. The signature below confirms the documents were received.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 13, 2025
Jan 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carmen Lopez conducted an unannounced required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA Lopez identified herself, was granted entry by caregiver Manuel Santiaguel. LPA discussed the purpose of the visit with Administrator Frederick Locsin. Licensee Donnah Locsin later arrived and joined the visit. According to the facility’s license, there may be a maximum of six (6) residents all of whom may be non-ambulatory in at any given time at the facility site. Hospice is approved for 4. During today’s inspection, the facility’s current census is 6 residents living at the facility. There were 6 residents present at the facility site during the inspection. LPA, accompanied by Licensee Locsin, toured the interior and exterior of the facility, and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Resident bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and activities. The facility’s ambient internal temperature was comfortable and compliant, at 71 degrees Fahrenheit (F). Hot water temperature at taps accessible to residents were also compliant: kitchen sink measured hot water at 114.4 degrees F; sink in restroom #1 delivered hot water at 109 degrees F; and sink in restroom #2 delivered hot water at 106.3 degrees F. There was at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food present. Cooking, dining equipment and utensils were present, and all safely stored. There were no toxic chemicals or poisons accessible to residents. Medications were properly labeled, as required, and stored in locked area. LPA inspected the medication cart and found that medications were properly labeled, stored and locked. The facility-maintained medication logs which LPA reviewed. [CONTINUED ON LIC 809-C] [CONTINUED FROM LIC 809] The pool on the facility premise was gated, in good repair and kept locked. The fence was designed and installed so the fence is not removable in any portion of it. The fence was constructed so that it does not obscure the pool from view and may not easily be climbed, broken or stretched. There are no windows or doors that provides direct access to the pool area. The openings of the gate between railings do not exceed 4” from the ground to the surface. Licensee agreed that the fencing will remain in place and properly functioning whenever there are licensed residents in care. Per licensee, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all working. Fire extinguishers were present (02). First aid kit was complete and readily accessible. During today’s visit there were 6 residents on the facility premise of which 3 were interviewed. LPA’s visit did not raise any licensing concerns. The files which LPA reviewed contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in a locked area. Required licensing postings were observed in a visible area of the facility. There were no deficiencies observed or cited during today's annual inspection. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Donnah Locsin to whom a copy of this report along with the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided at the conclusion of the visit. The signature below confirms the documents were received. Licensee provided a current copy of Designation of Administrative Responsibility LIC 308 and Emergency Disaster Plan LIC 610-E to LPA during the inspection. LPA requested Licensee Locsin to submit a current Personnel Report LIC 500 to the licensing office within 10 business days. Forms are available at www.ccld.ca.gov.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 13, 2025
Jan 9, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carmen Lopez conducted an unannounced required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA Lopez identified herself, was granted entry by Administrator Frederick Locsin. LPA discussed the purpose of the visit with Administrator Locsin. Licensee Donnah Locsin later arrived and joined the visit. According to the facility’s license, there may be a maximum of six (6) residents all of whom may be non-ambulatory in at any given time at the facility site. During today’s inspection, the facility’s current census is 2 residents living at the facility. There were 2 resident(s) present at the facility site during the inspection. LPA, accompanied by Administrator Locsin, toured the interior and exterior of the facility, and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Residents bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present, as well as Personal Protective Equipment. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and activities. The facility’s ambient internal temperature was comfortable and compliant, at 69 degrees Fahrenheit (F). Hot water temperature at taps accessible to clients were also compliant: kitchen sink was at 117 degrees F; sink in restroom #1 delivered hot water at 120 degrees F; sink in restroom #2 delivered hot water at 118.8 degrees F; and laundry room delivered hot water at 120 degrees F. There was at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food present. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present, and all safely stored. There were no toxic chemicals/poisons accessible to residents. Medications were properly labeled, as required, and stored in a locked area. LPA inspected the medication cabinet and found that medications were properly labeled and stored. [CONTINUED ON LIC 809-C] [CONTINUED FROM LIC 809] The pool on the facility premise was gated and kept locked. Per licensee, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all working. Fire extinguisher(s) were present (02). First aid kit(s) were complete and readily accessible. During today’s visit there were 2 residents on the facility premise. LPA’s visit did not raise any licensing concerns. The files which LPA reviewed contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in a locked area. Required licensing postings were observed in a visible area of the facility. There were no deficiencies observed or cited during today's annual inspection. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Locsin and Administrator Locsin to whom a copy of this report along with the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided at the conclusion of the visit. The signature below confirms the documents were received. LPA requested Licensee Locsin to submit a current Designation of Administrative Responsibility LIC 308, Personnel Report LIC 500, and Emergency Disaster Plan LIC 610-E to the licensing office within 10 business days. The Residential Infection Control Plan LIC 9282 (6/23) was submitted to the San Diego Regional Office. Forms are available at www.ccld.ca.gov.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 9, 2024
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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The nearest licensed homes in San Diego County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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La Cruz Senior Care
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Good Samaritan Retirement Home
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Bosworth Garden
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El Cajon Senior Care Home
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