Villa Monticello

Overview of Villa Monticello

Villa Monticello Assisted Living is a stress-free memory care community in Escondido, CA, that focuses on providing specialized care for those with memory loss. Featuring Italian-inspired architecture and scenic landscapes, the community is licensed to accommodate up to 29 older adults with different types and stages of dementia. 24-hour monitoring, medication management, and nutritious meals are also offered for residents’ well-being. The community strives to maintain residents’ holistic wellness through a variety of care options, including all-inclusive care and special care services.

Mind-stimulating programs, social events, and wellness activities are conducted for emotional support and socialization. A spacious gathering place, a med tech office, and an open kitchen are among the community’s beautiful amenities that ensure residents’ comfort and safety. Situated along North Centre City Parkway, this community ensures accessibility and convenience. As one of the trusted choices for memory care in California, this community goes above and beyond to provide exceptional services for older adults.

Facility Direct Line (760) 738-1555 info@villamonticelloal.com

29-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

11 years in operation

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

Walk Score: 0 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

69%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

20 / 29

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceOctober 7, 2014

CountySan Diego

License Number374603462

RCFE Number374603462

Villa Monticello is legally operated by Dy Castelar Investments, LLC, and administered by Orlando Dy.

Staffing

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

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Staff-to-Resident Ratio: 1 staff member for every 4-6 residents

Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff

Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

No Admission Fee

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 0 citations 8 total visits 0 complaint visits 4 official inspections

Inspection Score

15 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 7, 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.	0	10	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 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.	8	16	This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	0	13	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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	4	7	This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	4	4	This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

Building Type: 2-story

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Personal Care Assistance

4.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Escondido's city center to Villa Monticello'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.


Cypress Court	AL IL	Escondido (Central Escondido)	293 Facility 293 CA AVG 103 Rank #62 / 1657	No	72 Facility 72 CA AVG 57 Rank #674 / 2092	90 Facility 90 CA AVG 81 Rank #398 / 1401	4	5 Facility 5 CA AVG 13 Rank #592 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	29 Facility 29 CA AVG 13 Rank #144 / 1487	51.2% Facility 51.2% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #1214 / 1368	-	Krc Escondido, LP And Northstar Senior Living, Inc	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westmont of Escondido	AL IL MC	Escondido (Central Escondido)	200 Facility 200 CA AVG 103 Rank #151 / 1657	Yes	88 Facility 88 CA AVG 57 Rank #218 / 2092	86 Facility 86 CA AVG 81 Rank #630 / 1401	5	14 Facility 14 CA AVG 13 Rank #995 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	12 Facility 12 CA AVG 13 Rank #569 / 1487	84.5% Facility 84.5% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #396 / 1368	-	Escondido Operations LP And Westmont Living Inc	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Private Suite
Silverado Escondido Memory Care Community	AL MC	Escondido (Central Escondido)	104 Facility 104 CA AVG 103 Rank #684 / 1657	Yes	52 Facility 52 CA AVG 57 Rank #1305 / 2092	94 Facility 94 CA AVG 81 Rank #185 / 1401	5	3 Facility 3 CA AVG 13 Rank #441 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	5 Facility 5 CA AVG 13 Rank #988 / 1487	70.2% Facility 70.2% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #842 / 1368	-	Silverado Escondido LLC And Silverado Sr. Lvng Mgt Inc	Private Rooms
Villa Monticello	AL HOS MC RC	Escondido (Jesmond Dene)	29 Facility 29 CA AVG 103 Rank #1277 / 1657	No	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 57 Rank #2070 / 2092	96 Facility 96 CA AVG 81 Rank #1 / 1401	4	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 13 Rank #1 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	11 Facility 11 CA AVG 13 Rank #610 / 1487	69.0% Facility 69.0% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #872 / 1368	-	Dy Castelar Investments, LLC	Private / Shared Rooms
Villa Bernardo	AL MC RC	Escondido (Felicita)	10 Facility 10 CA AVG 103 Rank #1321 / 1657	Yes	10 Facility 10 CA AVG 57 Rank #1953 / 2092	86 Facility 86 CA AVG 81 Rank #630 / 1401	1	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 13 Rank #324 / 1397	3 Facility 3 CA AVG 3 Rank #753 / 1164	3 Facility 3 CA AVG 13 Rank #1300 / 1487	100.0% Facility 100.0% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #1 / 1368	A+	Villa Bernardo Opco LLC	1 Bed

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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)

What neighborhood is Villa Monticello in?

Villa Monticello is in the Jesmond Dene neighborhood of Escondido.

Who is the owner of Villa Monticello?

Villa Monticello is legally operated by Dy Castelar Investments, LLC, and administered by Orlando Dy.

What is the license number of Villa Monticello?

According to CA state health department records, Villa Monticello's license number is 374603462.

What is the occupancy rate at Villa Monticello?

Villa Monticello's occupancy is 69%.

What is the best email address for Villa Monticello?

The team at Villa Monticello can be reached at info@villamonticelloal.com.

Who is the administrator of Villa Monticello?

Orlando Dy is the administrator of Villa Monticello.

How many beds does Villa Monticello have?

Villa Monticello has 29 beds.

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