Epic Assistance Care Home IV
Nursing Home, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · El Cajon, CA

Epic Assistance Care Home IV

Nursing Home, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · El Cajon, CA

Overview of Epic Assistance Care Home IV

Providing care for over 15 years, Epic Assistance Care Home IV is an esteemed community in East Bradley Avenue, El Cajon, CA, that offers assisted living. Here, residents with dementia also receive specialized care from an experienced and well-trained team available 24/7. The community also handles the housekeeping and linen services for a worry-free retirement.

Enjoy your later years with fun activities and engaging programs tailored to leisure and wellness. Have hassle-free dining with healthy and delicious meals served daily to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Medical support, medication management, and incontinence care are also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community is ideal for those who need assistance in their daily activities with its dedicated and genuine care offered at an affordable cost.

Bed community size
15-bed community Rank #1288 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1288th out of 1648 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
1 year in operation Rank #1394 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1394th out of 1494 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 newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 33 / 100 Rank #1674 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1674th out of 2087 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
93%
Rank #253 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 253rd out of 1496 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1496. 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
14 / 15
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceAugust 20, 2024
CountySan Diego
License Number374604818

Ownership & Operating Entity

Epic Assistance Care Home IV is legally operated by Epic Assistance Care Home Inc, and administered by Liza Mesdjian.

Staffing

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

Staffing(Specialized Dementia)

Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff
Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

Facility Details(Specialized Dementia)

No Admission Fee

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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.

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 nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

14 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

Rank #108 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 108th out of 1399 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1399 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: 95 out of 100. Letter grade A. 14 points above the California average for nursing homes (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 2024 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (63% below)
• Complaint visits (92% below)
• Other visits (43% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)
• Complaint investigations (90% below)
Latest Inspection March 20, 2026

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

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 0 10 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

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

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 6 16 This facility has 63% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (6 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 63% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1 13 This facility has 92% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (1 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 92% better
Other visits Info 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 nursing home (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 1 4 This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California nursing home (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1 10 This facility has 90% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California nursing home (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.

  • August 6, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies; facility was clean, sanitary, in good repair, and all safety equipment was operational.
  • November 24, 2025 complaint investigation found wheelchair accessibility complaint unsubstantiated after interviews and record review.
  • August 9, 2024 pre-licensing inspection passed with no deficiencies; safety equipment and environmental conditions met all regulatory requirements.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Housekeeping Services

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Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from El Cajon's city center to Epic Assistance Care Home IV'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.

CMS & CA Dept. of Health data

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NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
El Cajon (East Madison Avenue)
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 104
Rank #801 / 1648
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
CA AVG 73.8
Rank #306 / 1496
+24%
3.33
Facility 3.33
CA AVG 4.22
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-35% -21%
$25.4k
Facility $25.4k
CA AVG $56.5k
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63
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CA AVG 50.2
Rank #256 / 327
3.3
Facility 3.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #81 / 327
1 88 -
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 57
Rank #829 / 2087
Hunter Moore
$14.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #136 / 327
$7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #161 / 327
53.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #226 / 327
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NH
HOS
SNF
El Cajon
151
Facility 151
CA AVG 104
Rank #339 / 1648
94.3%
Facility 94.3%
CA AVG 73.8
Rank #229 / 1496
+28%
3.47
Facility 3.47
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #273 / 327
-5% -18%
$33.7k
Facility $33.7k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #264 / 334
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50
Facility 50
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #206 / 327
3.3
Facility 3.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #81 / 327
2 142 -
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 57
Rank #1086 / 2087
William Jenkins
$23.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $23.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #51 / 327
$14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #38 / 327
61.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #213 / 327
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in California

Epic Assistance Care Home IV 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.
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 Epic Assistance Care Home IV

Who is the owner of Epic Assistance Care Home IV?

Epic Assistance Care Home IV is legally operated by Epic Assistance Care Home Inc, and administered by Liza Mesdjian.

Is Epic Assistance Care Home IV in a walkable area?

Epic Assistance Care Home IV has a walk score of 33. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Epic Assistance Care Home IV?

According to CA state health department records, Epic Assistance Care Home IV's license number is 374604818.

What is the occupancy rate at Epic Assistance Care Home IV?

Epic Assistance Care Home IV's occupancy is 93%.

Who is the administrator of Epic Assistance Care Home IV?

Liza Mesdjian is the administrator of Epic Assistance Care Home IV.

How many beds does Epic Assistance Care Home IV have?

Epic Assistance Care Home IV has 15 beds.

Has Epic Assistance Care Home IV had any citations?

Epic Assistance Care Home IV has no reported citations since 2024 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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