Small home · Licensed for 6 · Livermore

Shannen Guest Home

5727 Running Hills Avenue, Livermore, CA 94551Licensed since 2006

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$4,850 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $3,950–$5,950 See costs

No openings reported

Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

Wheelchair
Hospiceup to 1 resident
Bedridden

Not on file: dementia approval.

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. FIVE RESIDENTS MAYBE NON-AMBULATORY. ONE (1) BEDRIDDEN. SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS OF HOSPICE WAIVER FOR ONE (1) RESIDENT. TOTAL CAPACITY SIX (6) RESIDENTS.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 1 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Shannen Guest Home: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,850a month to start

Likely $3,950–$5,950

From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$4,850likely a month

Room

Daily care

Sharing the room

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

Starting monthly rate$4,850likely $3,950–$5,950
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar homes within 13 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 $3,950–$6,150: $4,850
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,650–$9,350: $7,350

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.

If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers

Rates at nearby homes9 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,800 to $6,500

9 homes like this within 13 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,900–$6,050.

HRS Care HomeLivermore · 1.1 mi · Small home
$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
Milan Villa Senior LivingLivermore · 4.4 mi · Mid-size home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Tuscany Villa Senior LivingLivermore · 4.4 mi · Mid-size home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Old Oak Golden VillaLivermore · 6.0 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Welcome Home Senior Residence (Pleasanton)Pleasanton · 10 mi · Small home
$6,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Valle Verde Care Home IIDublin · 11 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Warm HouseDublin · 11 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Karo Mina Care HomeSan Ramon · 12 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Penny's Guest HomeSan Ramon · 12 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026

How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar homes within 13 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.

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An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.

Daily life

Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.

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Where it is

5727 Running Hills Avenue, Livermore, CA 94551Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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The 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 #15601262 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 2 of 5 documents

20251 state visit · 1 document

Oct 3, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/3/2025 at 11:00AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) G. Luk arrived unannounced to conduct a Required - 1 Year inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Renalyn Williamson and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, dining area, kitchen, garage, and outdoor area. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed. Fire extinguisher was observed to be full and last serviced on 6/12/2025. One week of nonperishable and 2-day of perishable food supplies were available. LPA observed grab bars and non-skid mat in the bathroom. First Aid kit is complete. Last disaster drill was conducted on 7/15/2025. LPA reviewed 5 residents and 4 staff files starting at 11:30AM. All staff are fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility. LPA reviewed a sample of resident's medications during inspection. At 12:30PM, LPA observed R2, R3 and R5 does not have current appraisal needs and service plan on file. At 1:30PM, LPA observed hot water measured at 133.7 degrees in the hallway bathroom. The deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 3, 2025

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.

20241 state visit · 1 document

Oct 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/23/2024 at 11:30AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) G. Luk arrived unannounced to conduct a Required - 1 Year inspection. LPA met with caregiver, Gaye Basilio and explained the purpose of the visit. Licensee/ Administrator, Diosdado De Luna arrived an hour later. LPA toured the facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, dining area, kitchen, garage, and outdoor area. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed. Fire extinguisher was observed to be full and last serviced on 10/7/2024. One week of nonperishable and 2-day of perishable food supplies were available. Hot water temperature was measured at 118.5 degrees F in the hallway bathroom. LPA observed grab bars and non-skid mat in the bathroom. First Aid kit is complete. There was no bodies of water observed. Indoor and outdoor passageways were free of obstruction. Last disaster drill was conducted on 10/15/2024. LPA reviewed 5 residents and 4 staff files starting at 12:00PM. LPA reviewed a sample of resident's medications starting at 3:30PM. LPA interviewed a resident and 2 staff during inspection. At 12:20PM, LPA observed R3 and R5 does not have current medical assessment on file. At 12:30PM, LPA observed R2 and R4 have full bed rails. However, both residents are not receiving hospice care. Staff removed full bed rails during inspection. At 12:53PM, LPA observed two additional facility beds were stored in R5's room. Staff removed the two beds out of R5's room during inspection. At 1:15PM, LPA observed unlocked medications (insulin pens) in the refrigerator. Administrator ordered a lockbox and provided a receipt to LPA during inspection. (Continue on LIC809C...) At 1:45PM, LPA observed staff (S1, S2, S3, S4) does not have current First Aid training completed. At 3:30PM, LPA observed R4's MAR (Medication Administration Records) included PRN medication (Senna 8.6mg). However, facility does not have a doctor's order for R4's Senna. The deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 and Health & Safety Code. Failure to correct deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report, civil penalty, and appeal rights was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2024

Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 3 documents

20231 state visit · 1 document

Oct 25, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/25/2023 at 12:10PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) G. Luk arrived unannounced to conduct a Required - 1 Year inspection. LPA met with caregiver, Gaye Basilio and explained the purpose of the visit. Licensee/ Administrator, Diosdado De Luna arrived 15 minutes later. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for 5 non-ambulatory residents and 1 bedridden resident of which 1 residents maybe under hospice care. LPA toured the facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, dining area, kitchen, garage, and outdoor area. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed. Fire extinguisher was observed to be full. One week of nonperishable and 2-day of perishable food supplies were available. Medications were locked in a cabinet. Hot water temperature was measured at 120 degrees F in the hallway bathroom. LPA observed grab bars and non-skid mat in the bathroom. There were adequate lights in each room. Resident rooms were observed to be cleaned and fully furnished. First Aid kit is complete. LPA reviewed 3 resident and 3 staff files starting at 12:55PM. LPA reviewed a sample of resident's medications starting at 2:30PM. LPA interviewed 2 residents and 2 staff at 2:55PM. At 12:25PM, LPA observed unlocked cleaning supplies in the hallway closet and unlocked gardening tools in the backyard. Licensee locked up the cleaning supplies and gardening tools during inspection. At 1:25PM, LPA observed R2 and R3 does not have current needs and service plans on file. At 1:40PM, LPA observed S1 does not have chest x-ray result on file during record review. (Continue on LIC809C...) At 1:45PM, LPA observed staff (S1, S2, S3) does not have current CPR training completed. Licensee called and scheduled CPR training on 11/1/2023 during inspection. At 2:00PM, LPA observed facility's last disaster drill was conducted on 2021. At 2:10PM, LPA observed staff (S2, S3) does not have current annual training completed. At 3:10PM, LPA observed doctor's order (dated 8/18/2023) stated Tylenol 325mg was ordered for R1. However, facility has been giving Tylenol 500mg to R1. Additional, R1 has PRN doctor's orders for Senna 8.6mg and Docusate Sodium, but facility does not have these medications available. Licensee received a new PRN doctor's order for Tylenol 500mg. Licensee purchased Senna and Docusate Sodium during inspection. The deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 and Health & Safety Code. Failure to correct deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report, civil penalty, and appeal rights was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 25, 2023

The state marks this report as 7 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 6. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20222 state visits · 2 documents

Oct 27, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/27/2022 at 8:55AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) G. Luk arrived unannounced to conduct an Infection Control Inspection. LPA met with Licensee/ Administrator, Diosdado De Luna. Upon entry, LPA's temperature was checked. LPA observed hand sanitizer at screening station. LPA toured facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common areas, garage, and outdoor areas. LPA observed cough etiquette, signs & symptoms, and physical distancing are posted in the common areas. All hand washing stations were equipped with soap and paper towel. Hand washing posters were posted at sinks and bathrooms. During record review, LPA observed visitors log and temperature log for both residents and staff. LPA observed facility has a copy of Mitigation Plan on file. Staff were FIT tested for N95 respirators and observed completion certificates. LPA observed PPE, food supplies, and paper supplies are sufficient. At 9:20AM, LPA observed unlocked cleaning supplies in kitchen cabinet and hallway closet. Licensee locked up cleaning supplies during inspection. The deficiency was observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct deficiency may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 27, 2022

Mar 11, 2022Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Facility is not following COVID-19 protocols.

On 3/11/2022 at 1:00PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) G. Luk arrived unannounced to conduct a complaint investigation and deliver findings in regards to the allegation above. LPA met with Administrator, Diosdado De Luna and informed him reason for the visit. During the course of investigation, LPA interviewed 2 staff and reviewed COVID-19 screen documents (visitor's log, temperature log). Upon entry, staff did not conduct COVID-19 screening for LPA. Interview with staff indicated that staff did not check visitor's vaccination status prior to visit. Based on LPA's information obtained during investigation, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met; therefore, the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights provided. Substantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 11, 2022 · control 15-AS-20220308145636

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87468.1(a)(2) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 25, 2022

Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities. To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment. This requirement is not met as evidence by: Based on investigation, licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not following CCLD screening guidelines for visitors which poses a potential health and safety risk to the persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 11, 2022

Plan of correction: Administrator has agreed to conduct training to all staff regarding current guidelines for screening visitors and submit staff sign-in sheet & training materials to CCLD by POC date.

5 of 6 beds were occupied at the March 11, 2022 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.

License holder

De Luna, Diosdado, licensed since 2006.

Operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

HRS Care Home · Livermore

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2006, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 5
Total complaints: 1
Substantiated allegations: 1
Type A citations: 0
Type B citations: 1

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2006, 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	0	0
Type B citations	1	0
Substantiated allegations	1	0
Total complaints	1	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

Routine visita visit the state records as “Required” — a scheduled visit, not one made in answer to a complaintSubstantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Shannen Guest Home

Is Shannen Guest Home licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

How many residents is Shannen Guest Home licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Has Shannen Guest Home been cited?

0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2006, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is Shannen Guest Home still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 12, 2026.

What does Shannen Guest Home cost?

$4,850 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,950–$5,950. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Among 34 other homes of a similar licensed size across Alameda County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 34 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 Shannen Guest Home 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 De Luna, Diosdado, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Can Shannen Guest Home keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 1 resident, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.