Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III in San Marcos, CA

Overview of Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III

Set in a peaceful neighborhood in San Diego, CA, Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III is an intimate community that provides assisted living and memory care. Through compassionate care and daily living assistance, residents here live their days with utmost comfort and convenience. Those living with the challenges of memory conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia receive specialized care and activities to help slow down and manage their conditions.

Dedicated to creating a fun and enriching environment, the community features a wide range of interesting activities for residents to enjoy. With healthy and delicious meals served daily, residents maintain their health and well-being. The community makes an ideal place for those seeking comfort and opportunities to create meaningful experiences.

Facility Direct Line (619) 919-4919

6-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

10 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 60 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

83%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

5 / 6

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceOctober 9, 2015

CountySan Diego

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III is legally operated by Sapphire Lake San Marcos, and administered by Victoria Matic.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 1 citation 7 total visits 2 complaint visits 5 official inspections 2 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

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

Inspection Scorecard 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

Latest Inspection May 11, 2026

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	1	10	This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	1	3	This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #412 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 412th out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 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.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	0	4	This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	0.2	2	This facility has 90% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 90% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.1	3.3	This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	7	16	This facility has 56% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 56% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	2	13	This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better Rank #324 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 324th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	0	7	This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	5	4	This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	2	10	This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better

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

The most recent inspection on October 9, 2025, found the facility in full compliance with no deficiencies cited in physical plant, medication storage, and records.
A September 25, 2025 complaint investigation alleging resident neglect was unsubstantiated after interviews and document review found no evidence to support the claims.
An October 24, 2022 inspection cited one immediate safety risk for leaving a knife accessible to residents with dementia.

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Staff to Resident Ratio: 1 Staff : 3 Residents

Building Type: Single-story

Housekeeping Services

Recreational Activities

3.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from San Marcos's city center to Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III'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.


Meridian At Lake San Marcos	AL IL MC RC	San Marcos	170	No	51	84	5	15 Facility 15 CA AVG 13 Rank #1020 / 1388	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1160	15	77.1%	B-	Pacifica L 24 LLC And San Marcos Mgr LLC	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III	AL MC RESC	San Marcos	6	No	60	92	5	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 13 Rank #324 / 1388	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 3 Rank #412 / 1160	10	83.3%	-	Sapphire Lake San Marcos	Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

Who is the owner of Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III?

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III is legally operated by Sapphire Lake San Marcos, and administered by Victoria Matic.

Is Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III in a walkable area?

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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

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

Who is the administrator of Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III?

Victoria Matic is the administrator of Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III.

How many beds does Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III have?

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III has 6 beds.

Has Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III had any citations?

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III has had 1 reported citation since 2021 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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