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Sierra Sunshine Care

(657) 259-8146

About Sierra Sunshine Care

Sierra Sunshine Care brings personalized assisted living to El Cajon, California, where residents receive support with daily activities while maintaining their independence. Our staff focuses on comfort, dignity, and meaningful connections for each person in our care.

Community at a glance

Capacity

6 residents

State license

#374604696, Licensed

Location

El Cajon, CA

Status

Listed in a public registry

Care & services offered

Assisted Living

Contact & location

1355 Hacienda Dr., El Cajon, California 92020

(657) 259-8146

California inspection record

From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Sierra Sunshine Care. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports

State inspectors last visited Sierra Sunshine Care on September 11, 2026.

Since September 2023, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 3 routine inspections, 4 complaint visits and 3 other visits.

Inspectors issued 8 Type B citations. A Type B citation means a potential risk if not corrected.

Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.

The state investigated 2 complaints, and found 6 allegations substantiated.

Last visit

Sep 11, 2026

Routine inspections

3

Type A citations

0

Type B citations

8

Visits and citations

Kind of visitVisitsType AType B
Routine inspections300
Complaint investigations406
Other visits302

Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Sep 11, 2026, Sep 26, 2025, Sep 18, 2024.

Complaints

  • May 22, 20254 allegations substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 4 citations
  • May 22, 20252 allegations substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 2 citations
substantiated:
the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
inconclusive:
the state could not prove or disprove it.
unsubstantiated:
it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
unfounded:
the state found it false or not possible.

License

License number
374604696
License type
Residential Care Elderly
Status
Licensed
Licensed capacity
6 residents
Licensed since
September 21, 2023
Licensee
Sierra Sunshine Care
Administrator
Chapari, Cindy

Location

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1355 Hacienda Dr.El Cajon, CA 92020

12 other communities within 10 miles

Senior living near El Cajon

Assisted Living: frequently asked questions

Has Sierra Sunshine Care had any violations?+

California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Sierra Sunshine Care 0 Type A citations and 8 Type B citations since September 2023. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.

When was Sierra Sunshine Care last inspected?+

State inspectors last visited on September 11, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.

Have there been complaints about Sierra Sunshine Care?+

The state investigated 2 complaints since September 2023. Of the allegations, 6 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 4 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.

How much does assisted living cost?+

The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.

Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+

Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.

What's the difference from a nursing home?+

Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.

Senior living in El Cajon Assisted Living in California Assisted Living guide Information last updated October 2026