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Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I
Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Marcos, CA
Exterior view of a residential care facility Interior view of a kitchen space with a dining table A cozy resident room with sunlight streaming through curtains

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I

Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Marcos, CA
484 Chardonnay Ct, San Marcos, CA 92069 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I

Nestled within the serene landscapes of North County San Diego, Sapphire Pacific Residential Care delivers exceptional care in a comforting and secure home-like environment. Renowned for its commitment to tailored support, Sapphire Pacific prioritizes the distinctive needs of each resident. Their comprehensive assistance extends to daily activities like bathing, grooming, dressing, and managing medications. At Sapphire Pacific, personalized care harmoniously converges with the tranquility and warmth of a close-knit and compassionate community. This organization has multiple locations nestled in the serene landscapes of North San Diego and has recently expanded into the popular coastal geographies of Newport Beach and Huntington Beach. Each location is staffed with mobile physicians and an RN who provide private care to each resident in a private setting. This includes a minimum of 1 caregiver for every 3 residents and 1:1 care when appropriate.

Distinguished by its intimate scale, each facility caters to a maximum of six residents, fostering a personalized and inviting atmosphere. Residents savor the homely ambiance, complete with a backyard, patios, a dining area, a kitchen, and a cozy living room. Sapphire Pacific offers diverse living options, including private suites with attached bathrooms, regular private bedrooms, shared bedrooms, and for those desiring luxury, views of the ocean. Bedrooms can be personalized with furnishings or left unfurnished, featuring modern amenities such as wireless internet, cable TV, iPads, and telephones. It is no surprise that Sapphire Pacific also received recognition in September of 2023 for Best of San Marcos assisted living and residential care.

Facility Direct Line (714) 322-1910
Facility Direct Line (714) 322-1910
What you will love about this neighborhood
  • This neighborhood is located in San Marcos, known for its 65 miles of relaxing trails and serene attractions like Double Peak Park.
  • Within 2 miles of this address are modern attractions like the San Marcos Library and Restaurant Row, seamlessly blending San Marcos’ rich heritage and modern comforts.
  • Retirees have many recreational opportunities, with the neighborhoods over 20 parks, including the scenic Lake San Marcos (4 miles away).
Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1330 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1330th out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
10 years in operation Rank #662 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 662nd out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 34 / 100 Rank #1663 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1663rd out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
83%
Rank #504 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 504th out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
5 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceOctober 9, 2015
CountySan Diego

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I is legally operated by Sapphire Chardonnay, and administered by Ali Naghibi.

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 0 citations 7 total visits 2 complaint visits 4 official inspections 1 complaint investigation
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

14 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #108 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 108th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 95 out of 100. Letter grade A. 14 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (56% below)
• Complaint visits (85% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
• Complaint investigations (90% below)
Latest Inspection October 16, 2025

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better
Standout metricNo citations on file since 2020 — the California average is 10.

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 716 This facility has 56% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 56% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 213 This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better Rank #324 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 324th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 17 This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 110 This facility has 90% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on October 16, 2025 found no deficiencies and full compliance with all regulatory requirements.
  • A substantiated complaint on November 4, 2020 cited one deficiency for delaying a resident’s phone calls, violating their right to reasonable telephone access.
  • The December 21, 2022 complaint investigation found multiple allegations unsubstantiated despite some acknowledged issues like occasional cold room temperature and staff busyness.
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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Staff to Resident Ratio: 1 Staff : 3 Residents

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from San Marcos's city center to Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.85 miles to nearest hospital (Palomar Medical Center Escondido)

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

Meridian At Lake San Marcos
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Facility 170
CA AVG 103
Rank #256 / 1657
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Facility 51
CA AVG 57
Rank #1323 / 2092
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Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #731 / 1401
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CA AVG 13
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CA AVG 13
Rank #492 / 1487
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Facility 77.1%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #663 / 1368
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CA AVG 103
Rank #1330 / 1657
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Facility 34
CA AVG 57
Rank #1663 / 2092
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Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1401
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CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1397
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CA AVG 13
Rank #662 / 1487
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Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #423 / 1368
-Sapphire ChardonnayPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I is located in San Marcos, California.
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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I

Who is the owner of Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I?

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I is legally operated by Sapphire Chardonnay, and administered by Ali Naghibi.

Is Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I in a walkable area?

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I?

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I's occupancy is 83%.

Who is the administrator of Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I?

Ali Naghibi is the administrator of Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I.

How many beds does Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I have?

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I has 6 beds.

Has Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I had any recent citations?

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I has had 1 recently reported citation.

Are there photos of Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Sapphire Pacific Residential Care I in the photo gallery on this page.

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