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Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes
Assisted Living & Residential Care · El Cajon, CA
Exterior view of Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes Bright interior common area with a desk and decor Outdoor seating area by the pool Cozy common area with modern furnishings and large windows Cozy interior living space with seating and decor Interior dining room with a long glass table

Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes

Assisted Living & Residential Care · El Cajon, CA
1938 Hidden Springs Dr, El Cajon, CA 92019 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes

Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes is a long-term care assisted living facility in El Cajon that offers professional and dedicated care staff who strive to make a difference in the residents’ lives. The small nursing home is a resident-focused community where residents can thrive and reach their fullest potential to be a new version of themselves. Villa Alegre aims to ensure excellent medical services in a comfortable, homey environment.

The nursing home balanced simple living with an interdisciplinary approach to senior recovery, focusing on long-term care and assisted living services. These services include housekeeping, recreational activities, nutritious dining options, medication management, and internet access. Community amenities include a swimming pool, a waterfall, a recreational room, a huge backyard– all in a ranch-style environment.

Facility Direct Line (619) 431-1178
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Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1319 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1319th out of 1646 homes in California for bed count. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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
16 years in operation Rank #500 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 500th out of 1504 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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: 2 / 100 Rank #2043 / 2058Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2043rd out of 2058 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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
6 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJanuary 25, 2010
CountySan Diego

Ownership & Operating Entity

Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes is legally operated by Locsin, Frederick M/Donnah Rey, and administered by Frederick Locsin.

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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 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 citations 6 total visits 0 complaint visits 4 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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

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

Rank #1 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1475 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1475 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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: 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 2022 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)

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 2022 — 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 inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 616 This facility has had 63% fewer total inspections than the California average (6 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 63% fewer
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has had 100% fewer complaint visits than the California average (0 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 100% fewer Rank #1 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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. 27 This facility has had 71% fewer other visits than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 71% fewer
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
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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 3.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from El Cajon's city center to Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes is located in El Cajon, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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.
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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 Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes

Who is the owner of Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes?

Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes is legally operated by Locsin, Frederick M/Donnah Rey, and administered by Frederick Locsin.

Is Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes in a walkable area?

Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes?

Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes's occupancy is 100%.

How long has Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes been in business?

Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes?

Yes, Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes?

Frederick Locsin is the administrator of Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes.

How many beds does Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes have?

Villa Alegre Senior Care Homes has 6 beds.

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