Small home · Licensed for 6 · Fresno
The Shining Light RCFE
2749 W. San Carlos Avenue, Fresno, CA 93711Licensed since 2007
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Wheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · October 26, 2026
- Ways to pay: Long-term care insuranceThe home’s website · May 19, 2026
- Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record
Ask this home
Free for families. A home gets your number only if you say yes.
Care and support
- Wheelchair
- Hospiceup to 2 residents
Not on file: dementia and bedridden approvals.
Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. AMBULATORY OR NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026
Care services
These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.
Help with bathing or showering
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Podiatrist visits
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Help with dressing and grooming
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Medication storageResident kept
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Works with residents’ own health care providers
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated September 18, 2026.
Activities of daily living the home lists help withActivities of daily living · Bathing · Dressing · Grooming · Eating · Toileting
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Hands-on help or cueingCaregivers provide respectful assistance while encouraging residents to participate in their routines as much as they comfortably can.
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
24-hour supervision claimed
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Continuing education cadenceOngoing unspecified
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 11, 2026.
As needs change
Medicines
Who handles medications: Residents approved by their physician may manage, store, and administer their own medications in their rooms.
unitedfamilycarehomes.com · August 24, 2026
Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for The Shining Light RCFE: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$3,750a month to start
Likely $3,050–$4,600
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Costs & moving in
Long-term care insurance accepted
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated May 19, 2026.
Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$3,750likely a month
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$3,750likely $3,050–$4,600
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 11 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $3,050–$4,800
- $3,750
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,650–$8,100
- $6,250
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
Rates at nearby homes8 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,800 to $6,000
8 homes like this within 11 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,800–$5,400.
- Joyful Living RcheFresno · 1.6 mi · Small home$3,600Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Green VillaFresno · 1.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Palo Alto Senior Care HomeFresno · 2.9 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Copper River Retirement GroupFresno · 6.9 mi · Small home$2,800Listed on its own website · fully furnished shared room starting at · seen October 27, 2026
- Copper River Retirement Group - LoyolaClovis · 7.6 mi · Small home$2,800Listed on its own website · fully furnished shared room starting at · seen October 27, 2026
- Carmel Village Memory CareClovis · 8.7 mi · Mid-size home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · independent living private cottage/casita · seen September 9, 2026
- Serenity Garden Home 2Fresno · 9.4 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Close to Home Residential CareFresno · 11 mi · Small home$5,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 11 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Rooms, meals, activities and house rules, in the home’s own words. Open any detail to see where it came from.
Rooms & the spaces they will use (8)Shared / companion rooms · Outdoor space · Wifi
Shared / companion rooms
Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Outdoor spacePeaceful outdoor spaces
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Wifi
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Cable or satellite TV
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Common areasTelevision · Telephone services · Shared entertainment access · Television access · Inviting living areas
Television · Telephone services · Shared entertainment access · Television access — reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Inviting living areas — reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Housekeeping frequencyDaily
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · seen October 5, 2026.
AmenitiesStandard cable · WiFi · One house phone line · House phone line · Essential utilities · Television access in shared common areas · and 4 more
Standard cable · WiFi · One house phone line · House phone line · Essential utilities · Television access in shared common areas · Telephone services in shared common areas — reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Peaceful Outdoor Spaces · Supportive Social Spaces — reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Prepared room connections — reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 11, 2026.
Housekeeping
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Meals, preferences & familiar food (5)Snacks available · Residents choose between options at each meal · Family may eat with the resident
Snacks available
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Residents choose between options at each meal
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Family may eat with the resident
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Dining atmosphereThe approach focuses on consistency, comfort, and flexibility so residents can enjoy regular nourishment without unnecessary stress around meals.
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Set menu
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Activities & the rhythm of a day (4)The shape of an ordinary day, as the home describes it · Activity types offered · Activity calendar published
The shape of an ordinary day, as the home describes itEvening may include dinner, personal care, medication support, and time to wind down.May
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated September 18, 2026.
Activity types offeredEngaging activities · Recreational programs · Rest after lunch · Spend time outdoors · Join another activity · Talk with staff or other residents · and 24 more
Engaging activities · Recreational programs — reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Rest after lunch · Spend time outdoors · Join another activity · Talk with staff or other residents · Family visit · Bingo · Karaoke · Social interaction — reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated September 18, 2026.
Music · Games · Friendly conversations · Karaoke singing · Bingo games · Toss-the-ball activities · Group interactions · Activities chosen based on residents' interests, abilities, and comfort levels · Other group interactions — reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Supportive programs · Positive social interaction · Recreation · Personal involvement — reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Recreational activities · Physical movement · Entertainment — reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 11, 2026.
Social gatherings · Engaging programs · Mental stimulation · Friendships — reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated July 28, 2026.
Activity calendar published
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Activities tailored to the individual
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Pets, routines & independence (3)Residents may bring a pet · Visiting hours · Visiting hours
Residents may bring a petReported no
Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Visiting hoursBy arrangementVisiting expectations may vary; contact us to discuss current visiting hours.
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated September 18, 2026.
Visiting hoursVisiting expectations may vary; contact us to discuss current visiting hours.
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated September 18, 2026.
Visiting & staying involved (1)Tour scheduling link
- Open on the website
Tour scheduling link
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated May 19, 2026.
About the home (1)Brand or trade name
Brand or trade nameThe Shining Light
Reported on unitedfamilycarehomes.com · source dated May 19, 2026.
Where it is
2749 W. San Carlos Avenue, Fresno, CA 93711Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
Opening the neighborhood map…
- Fresno Surgical HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list3.5 mi
Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).
Open directionsThe state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #107203982 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 6 of 8 documents
Complaint outcomes in these 36 months, in the state’s words: 2 “Unsubstantiated”.
20261 state visit · 1 document
May 20, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 5/20/26 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J. Leffall arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was greeted by Staff (S1) Aloma Tonel and Staff (S1) Edna Tonel, LPA was granted entry. 4 residents were present during inspection. Administrator (A1) Carlo Santos arrived shortly after LPA’s arrival. LPA toured facility with S2. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. A roach and a bug was observed crawling in kitchen cabinets. Samples of resident’s medications were checked and observed locked in kitchen cabinet. Clients’ MARS was reviewed. Fire extinguisher reviewed with a service date of: 7/7/25. Fire drill completed on 4/15/26. Clients' bedrooms were toured and reviewed. Cleaning chemicals were observed stored and locked in kitchen cabinet. Resident’s bedrooms observed to be adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lighting. All bathrooms are toured and observed to be operational. Hot water temperature was tested at a range of 116.7 to 118.2 degrees in 3 bathrooms. Outside of facility toured. Outside observed free of debris. Side gate was self-closing and self-latching. Outside was observed with adequate outdoor seatings available for clients. Freezer temperature observed at 0 degrees F and refrigerator temperature maintained at 23 degrees F. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were tested and observed to be operational. All client’s and samples of staff files reviewed to have all the required documents. The following deficiencies is being cited on the attached 809D in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. Exit Interview conducted. LPA is requesting the following documents be submitted to the Fresno CCL office by 6/3/26: Current copy of Administrator Certificate, Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC308), Administrator Organization (LIC 309), Affidavit regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources (LIC 400), Liability Insurance, Emergency and Disaster Plan (LIC 610E), Personnel Report (LIC500), Register of Facility Clients/Residents for (LIC9020A) A copy of this report, 9102 and Appeal Rights were provided to A1, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 20, 2026
The state marks this report as 4 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
20252 state visits · 3 documents
Sep 9, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff hit resident. Staff did not assist resident with care needs.
On 9/9/25 at 11:30 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J. Leffall conducted a subsequent complaint visit to open and to deliver findings on above allegations. LPA met with Staff (S1) Rene Valencia and stated purpos of the visit. Administrator (A1) Carlo Santos was contacted by phone. The Department conducted an interviews with facility staff, reviewed facility records, resident files and hospital discharge records. Although the allegations may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did occur, therefore the allegation is Unsubstantiated. No deficiencies were issued. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was distributed to Administrator which confirms signature of this report. Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 9, 2025 · control 24-AS-20250812114532
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87465(a)(4) · Plan of correction due date: Sep 10, 2025
a) A plan for incidental medical and dental care shall be developed by each facility. The plan shall encourage routine medical and dental care and provide for assistance in obtaining such care, by compliance with the following: (4) The licensee shall assist residents with self-administered medications as needed. Based on records reviewed and interviews conducted, R1’s evening medications were missed which poses an immediate Health & Safety risk to the residents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 9, 2025
Plan of correction: Licensee agrees to have staff complete medication training and submit completion documents to CCLD by POC due date.
Sep 9, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - DeficienciesDeficiency page: Type B
Type of visit: Case Management - Deficiencies
On 9/9/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J. Leffall conducted a case management visit to follow up and confirm details of an interview that LPA conducted with a Social Worker (SW) Joslyn Davis, located at Fresno PACE. Fresno PACE is the day program that Resident (R1) Rigoberto Garcia Zamora attends. SW reported to LPA that on 9/3/25 R1 had a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and reported to Licensee Delia Galvez. LPA met with Staff (S1) Rene Valencia and contacted Licensee (L1) Delia Galvez by phone. LPA asked L1 to confirm the UTI. L1 cofirmed the UTI and R1 has been prescribed antibiotics. LPA asked, was UTI reported to CCLD? L1 states was busy and did not report incident timely. A citation is issued on the attached 809-D wtih appeal rights regarding timely incident reporting both by phone and in writing. A copy of this report with appeal rights was issued to S1 whose signature confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 9, 2025
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87211(a)(1) · Plan of correction due date: Sep 23, 2025
(a) Each licensee shall furnish to the licensing agency such reports as the Department may require, including, but not limited to, the following: (1) A written report shall be submitted to the licensing agency and to the person responsible for the resident within seven days of the occurrence of any of the events specified in (A) through (D) below. This report shall include the resident's name, age, sex and date of admission; date and nature of event; attending physician's name, findings, and treatment, if any; and disposition of the case. Based on records reviewed and interviews conducted, the Licensee did not report timely of R1's Unirary Tract Infection, which poses a potential Health & Safety risk to the residents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 9, 2025
Plan of correction: The Licensee agrees to conduct an inservice with all staff at facility and read all of the steps in regulation 87211 on timely report writing and submit either a sign in sheet or completion document to CCLD by POC due date.
May 15, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 5/15/25 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J. Leffall arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was greeted by Staff (S1) Mylene Valencia, LPA was granted entry. 5 residents were present during inspection. Administrator (A1) Carlo Santos arrived shortly after LPA’s arrival. LPA toured facility with S1. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. Samples of resident’s medications were checked and observed locked in kitchen cabinet. Clients’ MARS was reviewed. Fire extinguisher reviewed with a service date of: 7/15/24. Fire drill completed on 4/10/25. Clients' bedrooms were toured and reviewed. Cleaning chemicals were observed stored and locked in kitchen cabinet. Resident’s bedrooms observed to be adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lighting. All bathrooms are toured and observed to be operational. Hot water temperature was tested at a range of 105.9 to 108.6 degrees in 3 bathrooms. Outside of facility toured. Outside observed free of debris. Side gate was self-closing and self-latching. Outside was observed with adequate outdoor seatings available for clients. Freezer temperature observed at 0 degrees F and refrigerator temperature maintained at 25 degrees F. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were tested and observed to be operational. Client’s and samples of staff files reviewed to have all the required documents. No deficiencies issued during this inspection. Exit Interview conducted. LPA is requesting the following documents be submitted to the Fresno CCL office by 5/29/25: Current copy of Administrator Certificate, Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC308), Administrator Organization (LIC 309), Affidavit regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources (LIC 400), Liability Insurance, Emergency and Disaster Plan (LIC 610E), Personnel Report (LIC500), Register of Facility Clients/Residents for (LIC9020A) A copy of this report was provided to A1, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 15, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Jul 15, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 7/15/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K.Kaur arrived at facility unannounced to complete an Annual inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was granted entry to the facility by Direct Care Staff. Designee Administrator Carlo Santos was contacted and arrived a short time later. The facility has 5 residents, of which all were present during the inspection. LPA toured the facility with the staff. Facility postings observed at entry. Tour started at Bedroom # 1. Fire extinguisher did not have a service date. Tour continued down the hallway and observed two staff rooms. Two Bathrooms toured LPA observed grab bars installed by toilet and showers and non-skid mats in place. Three additional resident rooms toured at the end of the hallway. Residents' bedrooms were observed to be adequately furnished with beds, dresser, and adequate lighting. Mattresses and linen were in good condition. The dining room is equipped with a table and chairs, the living room is equipped with adequate sofas and recliners for seating. Extra linen and towels are available in the hallway closet. Knives were locked in the kitchen cabinet. LPA observed a 7-day supply of non-perishable foods and 2-day supply of perishable foods. Medications, first aid kit observed locked in cabinet in kitchen area. Cleaning supplies observed locked in the cabinet next in the laundry cabinets. The laundry area toured and observed with locks on all cabinets. Bedroom # 5 toured next to laundry and garage. Garage observed with locked cabinets for chemicals. Smoke alarm detectors and Carbon monoxide detectors installed and operational. Adequate outside space for rest and recreational. Sufficient seating observed under a covered patio. Backyard gate is self-closing and self-latching. Resident's records contained signed Admission Agreement, Personal Rights, and Physician's Report and ID Documentation. All residents Physician's Report were two to four years old. During Medication review LPA observed Centrally Stored Medication and destruction record (CSMDR) was incomplete. PRN medication that came with resident was not logged in CSMDR. Residents’ response to PRN medication was not noted. Staff files were reviewed for good health. Staff files had health screenings/ TB Clearance. It was verified that current staff on duty are CPR certified. Last Fire Drill conducted on 4/10/2024. Continued to 809C... Deficiencies are being cited on the attached 809D in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22 Division 6. LPA is requesting the following documents be submitted to the Fresno CCL office by 7/22/2024: Current copy of Administrator Certificate, Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC308), Administrator Organization (LIC 309), Affidavit regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources (LIC 400), Emergency and Disaster Plan, Personnel Report (LIC500), Register of Facility Clients/Residents LIC9020. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator. Report signed on-site; a copy of this report, 809D with appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 15, 2024
The state marks this report as 7 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Mar 6, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff prevented resident from having visitors
The Department conducted interviews and reviewed records. Facility staff stated R1’s family member was allowed visitation and family member was asked to leave and not return after being disruptive. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did occur, therefore the allegation is Unsubstantiated. Exit interview was conducted. Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 6, 2024 · control 24-AS-20231012114355
Earlier years2022 · 2 documents
20222 state visits · 2 documents
Oct 6, 2022Complaint investigation reportUnfounded
Allegation investigated: Facility accepted resident without signing a contract Facility overcharged resident.
On 10/06/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V. Gorban arrived at the facility unannounced to deliver findings on the above allegations. LPA was greeted by staff Mylene stated the purpose of the visit and was allowed entry into the facility. COVID precautionary measures were taken at the time of entry. The Department conducted interviews and reviewed records, including a copy of the signed Admission Agreement. Based on records reviewed, the resident’s family signed a contract/admission agreement. The resident’s family also confirmed a contract was signed. Interviews conducted with the facility administrator and resident’s family confirmed that an overcharged fee was not paid. This agency has investigated the complaint allegations above and found that the complaint was UNFOUNDED. No deficiency was observed. Exit interview was conducted. Copy of this report was printed and provided to Administrator Carlo Santos. Unfoundedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 6, 2022 · control 24-AS-20220906152527
Jun 13, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 6/13/22, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Inspection - Infection Control. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and requested to meet with administrator. LPA met with Ralphchris “Ralph” Valencia, Caregiver. Administrator Carlo Santos was called and arrived shortly and conduct tour with LPA. All five residents were present during the inspection. Upon entry facility staff was observed with facial covering. Visitor log-in/temperature check was observed upon entry. Hand sanitizer was readily available to residents and visitors. Facility has one entrance/exit point. Facility appeared cleaned with no obstruction or fire clearance issues. Social distancing is maintained in the common and dining areas. Social distancing and cough etiquette postings observed. LPA checked residents’ locked medications. LPA observed small amount of PPE supplies in facility. Food supply was checked and appeared to be an adequate supply. LPA and Administrator observed fire extinguisher served date: 07/22/19. All resident’s room toured and observed to be adequately furnished and lit. LPA observed 1 shared residents’ bed to be at least 6 feet apart and 4 single occupant room. All bathrooms are observed with securely fastened grab bars and non-skid mat. All bathrooms observed trash bin with lid. Hand washing posting not observed by bathroom sinks. The exterior tour was conducted. Side gate was self-closing and self-latching. Staff records were reviewed for good health and infection control training. All resident records reviewed to have updated emergency contact information. A deficiency is being cited on the attached 809D in accordance to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. Exit Interview conducted. The following documents are requested and submitted to Fresno CCL by: 6/20/22. The following updated forms were requested: Lic 308, Lic 309, Lic 500, Lic 610E, Lic 9020, and control of property. LPA received copy of current liability insurance and administrator certificate. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided to Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 13, 2022
The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 2. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
5 of 6 beds were occupied at the September 9, 2025 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.
License holder
Gw Quality Living, Inc., licensed since 2007.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2007, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 9
- Total complaints
- 3
- Substantiated allegations
- 1
- Type A citations
- 1
- Type B citations
- 0
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2007, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Compare with homes the same size
| This home | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Type A citations | 1 | 0 |
| Type B citations | 0 | 0 |
| Substantiated allegations | 1 | 0 |
| Total complaints | 3 | 0 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about The Shining Light RCFE
Is The Shining Light RCFE licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is The Shining Light RCFE licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has The Shining Light RCFE been cited?
1 Type A and 0 Type B citation since 2007, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 9 state visits over the same years.
Is The Shining Light RCFE still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 12, 2026.
What does The Shining Light RCFE cost?
$3,750 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,050–$4,600. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 11 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 6 other homes of a similar licensed size in Fresno that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $5,000 a month, and the middle figure is $3,800 (n = 6 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date between September and October 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does The Shining Light RCFE take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Gw Quality Living, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Fresno Surgical Hospital is 3.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can The Shining Light RCFE keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
The Shining Light RCFE license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “SHINING LIGHT RCFE, THE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #107203982. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Gw Quality Living, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2007, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 9 state inspection visits since 2007, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 1 Type A and 0 Type B citation on file since 2007, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 9 state visits in that period.
- 3 complaints and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2007, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is May 20, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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Licensed homes near this one in Fresno County, most information on file first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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Starting rate
$3,595 a month to start
Listed by the home on its own website · October 5, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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Estimated starting rate
$3,700 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,000–$4,550On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
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Estimated starting rate
$3,950 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,250–$4,900On the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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Estimated starting rate
$4,000 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,250–$4,900On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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Estimated starting rate
$3,850 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,150–$4,750- Assisted living: Licensed by California as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly — the assisted-living license category.
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Estimated starting rate
$4,250 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,500–$5,250On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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