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Opalec Board and Care

5638 Plumas Street

San Diego, CA 92139

6 beds • Est. 2015 (11 years)


FYI Safety Score

8.5 Good

2 citations in the last 2 years and 2 older across 12 inspections. 2 substantiated complaints on file. Last inspected in January 2026.


Why we like it

Opalec Board and Care is a 6-bed residential care home in San Diego.

  • Full continuum of care

    Multiple levels of care available — age in place without needing to move to a different community.

  • Intimate home setting

    Only 6 beds — a small, personal environment with high staff-to-resident attention.

  • Active lifestyle programs

    Offers organized activities, events, and social programs to keep residents engaged.

  • Limited amenities

    As a 6-bed residential home, amenities and activities may be more limited than larger communities.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$4,500/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

5638 Plumas Street, San Diego, CA 92139

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Frequently asked questions

How safe is Opalec Board and Care?
Opalec Board and Care has a FYI Safety Score of 8.5 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 4 state citations and 2 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 12 inspections.
How much does Opalec Board and Care cost?
Opalec Board and Care starts at $4,500 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Opalec Board and Care offer memory care?
Opalec Board and Care does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Board and Care.
Does Opalec Board and Care accept Medi-Cal?
Opalec Board and Care is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Opalec Board and Care last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Opalec Board and Care was on 2026-01-26. The facility has received 12 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Opalec Board and Care have?
Opalec Board and Care has 4 state citations and 2 verified complaints since 2021 across 12 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 8.5 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Opalec Board and Care been in operation?
Opalec Board and Care has been licensed for 11 years in San Diego, California, with a licensed capacity of 6 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
374603444
Size
6 beds (Small Home (1–6 beds))
Licensed Since
January 20, 2015 (11 years)
Licensee
Opalec, Lilia M
Administrator
Leann Cox Opalec
Phone
(619) 434-6366
Address
5638 Plumas Street, San Diego, CA 92139

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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