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Lucie’s Cozy Cottage
Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · El Cajon, CA
Welcoming entrance with flowers and decorative door Dining room with a table and decorative wall art Cozy private room with bed and window view Outdoor swing with decorative pillows and flowers Cozy common area with reclining chairs and decor

Lucie’s Cozy Cottage

Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · El Cajon, CA
7909 Western Trails Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Lucie’s Cozy Cottage

As its name suggests, Lucie’s Cozy Cottage is a welcoming atmosphere that provides endless opportunities awaiting discovery in a tightly-knit residence. The senior living home in El Cajon specializes in assisted living services that strive to reach the holistic needs of its residents. The cozy, homey place creates an environment of compassion and love for each senior. Lucie’s well-trained staff is committed to encouraging and inspiring its residents to pursue a thriving and purposeful life.

Management and staff are dedicated to delivering a comfortable and flexible retirement experience in a close-knit setting. The community’s extensive list of services includes medication management, 24-hour caregiver availability, transportation and housekeeping, and wellness programs.

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Bed community size
9-bed community Rank #1324 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1324th 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
8 years in operation Rank #738 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 738th 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
56%
Rank #1286 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1286th 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.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
5 / 9
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 5, 2017
CountySan Diego
License Number374604015

Ownership & Operating Entity

Lucie’s Cozy Cottage is legally operated by Caring Cottage, Llc., and administered by Kevin Fleck.

Room costs

Private Room $5,000 - $7,000 per month

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Languages Spoken

english tagalog

Staffing(Specialized Dementia)

Specialized Dementia Caregiving Staff - Daytime: 2
Specialized Dementia Caregiving Staff - Nighttime: 1
Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff
Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

Facility Details(Specialized Dementia)

Bathrooms: 3
No Admission Fee

Other On-site Services(Specialized Dementia)

Mobile Physician

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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 2021 · 5 years of data 0 citations 6 total visits 0 complaint visits 5 official inspections
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.

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

Rank #1 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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. Inspection score: 96 out of 100. Letter grade A. 15 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Official inspections (25% above) 4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (63% below)
• Complaint visits (100% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
Latest Inspection December 2, 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 2021 — 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. 616 This facility has 63% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 63% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse

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 December 2, 2025, found no deficiencies and confirmed updated fire clearance for increased capacity.
  • Annual inspections from 2021 through 2025 consistently found the facility clean, sanitary, in good repair, and compliant with safety and infection control requirements.
  • No complaints were substantiated or cited in any inspection reports during this period.
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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 3.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from El Cajon's city center to Lucie’s Cozy Cottage's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Lucie’s Cozy Cottage is located in El Cajon, 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 Lucie’s Cozy Cottage

Who is the owner of Lucie’s Cozy Cottage?

Lucie’s Cozy Cottage is legally operated by Caring Cottage, Llc., and administered by Kevin Fleck.

Is Lucie’s Cozy Cottage in a walkable area?

Lucie’s Cozy Cottage 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 license number of Lucie’s Cozy Cottage?

According to CA state health department records, Lucie’s Cozy Cottage's license number is 374604015.

What is the occupancy rate at Lucie’s Cozy Cottage?

Lucie’s Cozy Cottage's occupancy is 56%.

Who is the administrator of Lucie’s Cozy Cottage?

Kevin Fleck is the administrator of Lucie’s Cozy Cottage.

How many beds does Lucie’s Cozy Cottage have?

Lucie’s Cozy Cottage has 9 beds.

Has Lucie’s Cozy Cottage had any recent citations?

Lucie’s Cozy Cottage has no recently reported citations.

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