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Divine Mercy Guest Home ILicense #157203382 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareDivine Mercy Guest Home ILicense #157203382 · 6108 Cochran Drive, Bakersfield, CA · (661) 852-0464Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
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Estimated starting rate$3,700/mo

Covelight estimate · likely $3,000–$4,550 · See costs

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Small home · Licensed for 6 · Bakersfield

Divine Mercy Guest Home I

6108 Cochran Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309 · Licensed since 2006

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Divine Mercy Guest Home I

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$3,700 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $3,000–$4,550 See costs

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: Wheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · October 25, 2026
  • Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

  • Wheelchairup to 6 residents
  • Hospiceup to 4 residents

Not on file: dementia and bedridden approvals.

Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 25, 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. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER GRANTED FOR FOUR (4) RESIDENTS.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 25, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — care may continue at the end of life

    State licensing record · October 25, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Divine Mercy Guest Home I: 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

$3,700a month to start

Likely $3,000–$4,550

From 18 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$3,700likely 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$3,700likely $3,000–$4,550

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 18 small homes and similar homes within 5 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 $3,000–$4,750
$3,700
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,600–$8,050
$6,200
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 homes18 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,000 to $5,500

$2,000$5,500

EstimateLikely rangeA nearby home’s published starting rate

18 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,550–$4,250.

  • TLC Home Care 1Bakersfield · 0.3 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Garnsey GardenBakersfield · 1.5 mi · Small home
    $3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Windcreek Senior CareBakersfield · 2.0 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Riverstone Terrace Senior Living Memory CareBakersfield · 2.7 mi · Mid-size home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · memory care shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
  • Brighton ManorBakersfield · 2.8 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • The Westchester Home on SpruceBakersfield · 2.8 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Divine Mercy Care Homes IIIBakersfield · 2.9 mi · Small home
    $2,500Listed on its own website · starting base rate for a shared standard bedroom · seen October 27, 2026
  • Bella Vita at StoningtonBakersfield · 3.5 mi · Small home
    $4,200Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Village GardensBakersfield · 3.7 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • The TrinityBakersfield · 4.0 mi · Mid-size home
    $4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Redwood Senior Living BakersfieldBakersfield · 4.1 mi · Mid-size home
    $2,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Summer Springs Board & CareBakersfield · 4.3 mi · Small home
    $3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Blue Pearl Home Care IIBakersfield · 4.3 mi · Small home
    $3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Divine Mercy Care Homes IIBakersfield · 4.4 mi · Small home
    $2,500Listed on its own website · starting base rate for a shared standard bedroom · seen October 27, 2026
  • Divine Mercy Care HomesBakersfield · 4.5 mi · Small home
    $2,500Listed on its own website · starting base rate for a shared standard bedroom · seen October 27, 2026
  • A & A Bakersfield Care HomeBakersfield · 4.7 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Central Valley Residential CareBakersfield · 4.8 mi · Small home
    $3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Your Loved Ones MatterBakersfield · 5.0 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed 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 18 small homes and similar homes within 5 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

6108 Cochran Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309Address from the public record · October 25, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of BakersfieldHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list0.9 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).

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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 25, 2026 · License #157203382 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 5 of 9 documents

Complaint outcomes in these 36 months, in the state’s words: 1 “Substantiated” and 1 “Unsubstantiated”.

20261 state visit · 1 document

Oct 16, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

We haven’t transcribed this report yet. The complete document is on the state’s site.

20252 state visits · 3 documents

Oct 10, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/10/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J. Duarte arrived unannounced to conduct the required Annual inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and met with Direct Care Staff (DCS) Kevin Clemeno and Merlinda Lauffenburger. Staff contacted Administrator (AD) Susan Baal and stated AD will be reporting to the facility to assist with this inspection. AD Susan arrived shortly after with AD Ulysis Baal. LPA toured the facility with DCS Kevin and AD Ulysis. The facility was observed to be at a temperature of 76 degrees F, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions were observed. The living room has adequate seating for residents. The kitchen was toured and LPA observed an adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food. The facility stores kitchen knives in a locked kitchen cabinet. Medication is also stored in a locked kitchen cabinet. A fire extinguisher was observed in the kitchen, with a service date of 06/05/25. Resident bedrooms were toured and observed to have beds, dressers, chairs, and adequate lighting. Bathrooms were observed operational, with non-skid mats and grabbed bars. The restrooms hot water measured between 118.6 and 119.5 degrees F. The facility has a laundry room, with a washer and dryer. The facility does their own laundry. The garage was toured and LPA observed detergent, chemicals, and hygiene products locked in a cabinet. The facility has a freezer in the garage with an additional supply of frozen food. Outside of the facility toured and observed to be free of debris. The gate on the side was observed to be self closing. The backyard patio provides shaded seating for residents. The carbon monoxide/smoke detectors were observed operational during inspection. A first aid kit is stored in the kitchen. All resident files and a sample of staff files were reviewed and observed to have required documentation. Continued in LIC 809C... Continued from LIC 809. AD Susan stated that R1 is on hospice. Per R1's physician report, resident is receiving hospice care for a terminal illness. However, AD Susan stated that they do not have a hospice care plan for R1. LPA observed the interior window frames had spider webs and dust. The fan in R2 and R3's bedroom had dust accumulated and the dust was building up on the fan blades. The light fixture in the dinning room also had dust accumulated. Deficiencies are being cited on the attached LIC 809D in accordance to California Code of Regulations, Title 22. An exit Interview was conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights were provided to AD Susan Baal. Community Care Licensing (CCL) is always striving to have facility files that reflect the most accurate & up to date information for your facility. In an effort to maintain your facility file, please submit the most current & complete forms &/or information as identified below: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE): · LIC 308 Designation of Facility Responsibility · -as applicable: LIC 309 Administrative Organization · -as applicable: LIC 400 Affidavit Regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources · -as applicable: LIC 402 Surety Bond · LIC 500 Personnel Report · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan For Residential Care Facilities For The Elderly · LIC 9020 Register of Facility Clients/Residents · Copy of current Liability Insurance · Copy of current Administrator Certificate · Alternate contact information including name, telephone number, & email address. Please submit the above forms/information to Fresno CCL by: 10/17/25.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 10, 2025
May 22, 2025Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff screams at residents.

On 5/22/25 at 2:00 pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J. Leffall conducted an initial complaint visit to investigate and deliver findings on above allegations. LPA met with Staff (S1) John Kevin Clemeno and stated purpose of visit. The Department reviewed records and conducted interviews. R2 stated staff has yelled at resident. Based on the interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence that Staff yelled at Resient is substantiated. Citation is issued on the attached 9099D. Exit interview conducted. Appeal Rights were provided. Substantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 22, 2025 · control 24-AS-20250519155637

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87468.1(a)(1) · Plan of correction due date: Jun 5, 2025

(a) Residents in residential care facilities for the elderly shall have personal rights which include, but are not limited to, those listed in Sections 87468.1, Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities, and 87468.2, Additional Personal Rights of Residents in Privately Operated Facilities, as applicable to the facility. (1) "Privately operated facility" means a residential care facility for the elderly that is licensed to an individual, firm, partnership, association, or corporation. Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited that staff yells at resident which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 22, 2025

Plan of correction: Licensee agrees to provide Personal Rights training and will submit completion documents to CCLD by POC due date.

May 22, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff advertently cause harm to residents.

On 5/22/25 at 2:00pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J. Leffall conducted a subsequent complaint visit to deliver findings on above allegations. LPA met with Staff (S1) John Kevin Clemeno and stated purpose of visit. The Department reviewed records and conducted interviews. 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. No deficiencies were issued. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was distributed to Staff which confirms signature of report. Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 22, 2025 · control 24-AS-20250519155637

20241 state visit · 1 document

Nov 4, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 11/4/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K.Kaur arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit and was allowed entry into the facility by staff John Kevin Clemeno. Facility Staff contacted Administrator/Licensee, Susan Baal and Ulysis Baal. Licensees arrived a short time later. LPA toured the facility inside and out with staff. Facility observed to be clean, odor free and at a comfortable temperature. Pathways and doors were clear and free from obstruction. Common areas were clean, adequately furnished, and adequately lit. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were present and operational at time of visit. LPA observed sufficient seating in living room. Fire extinguisher last serviced 3/18/2024. LPA toured 4 resident rooms. Two rooms are single occupancy and two are shared. Resident rooms observed to have the required furnishings. At 11:34 AM LPA observed Bedroom #2 had a window screen that was torn. Tour continued to Kitchen and dining area which were clean and had sufficient seating. LPA observed 7-day supply of non-perishable foods and 2-day supply of perishable foods. Laundry area toured next to kitchen. LPA observed locked closet in the garage that has all chemicals. The exterior tour was conducted. The backyard was observed to have sufficient space and shade under a patio. Backyard gate is self-closing and self-latching. Resident's records contained signed Admission Agreement, Personal Rights, and current Physician's Report and ID Documentation. At 1:15 PM LPA observed no training for restricted health care conditions. Staff files were reviewed for good health and CPR/First Aid. At 2:51 PM LPA reviewed Centrally Stored Medication and Destruction Record (CSMDR) lists, MAR(s) and medication and observed 2 medications from 1 resident were not logged in the log. Medication counts also did not align with medication records for R1. R1 only had centrally stored medication records for current year and did not have previous records. Based on record review LPA observed Facility did not have a care plan from palliative agency for R2 Continued to Next Page Deficiencies are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 on the attached 809D. LPA requested the following documents to be submitted to CCL by 11/11/2024: current copy of Administrator’s Certificate, Administrator Organization (LIC 309), Designation of Administrative Responsibility (LIC 308), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610E), Affidavit regarding Resident Cash Resources (LIC 400), Personnel Report (LIC 500), Register of Facility Clients/Residents (LIC 9020) in order to update the facility file. Exit interview conducted and a plan of correction was reviewed and developed with Licensee/Administrator. A copy of this report and appeal rights was discussed and provided to Administrator, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this document.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 4, 2024

The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Earlier years2021 to 2023 · 4 documents

20232 state visits · 2 documents

Oct 26, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Darius Williams conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection visit. LPA met with Administrator Susan Baal and discussed the purpose of the visit. LPA observed three residents sitting in the living room watching t.v. There was enough space in the living room to accommodate seating for six resident. The kitchen was sanitary and in good repair. The refrigerator reflected approximately and the freezer approximately The dining room table and chairs were in good repair and there was enough seats for 6 residents. LPA toured four bedrooms. There were beds, with required linens, chairs, nightstands, and tables. All rooms had working lights had space to accommodate the residents to move around unobstructed. Bathroom was free of odor and in good repair. There were grab bars and non-slip mats present for resident use. First aid kit was present and had required items. Facility had gloves, masks, gowns, and other items for infection control. LPA observed chemical and medications locked and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide were present and operational. *Continued on LIC-809C* LPA Williams reviewed 5 resident files which had all documents that the LPA requested. Additionally, 3 employee files were reviewed and had all paperwork request by the LPA. LPA Williams requested an updated copy of liability insurance to the Department by 10/27/2023. No deficiencies were cited during the visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report will be provided via e-mail.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 26, 2023
Jul 13, 2023Complaint investigation reportUnfounded

Allegation investigated: Resident developed bed sore due to staff neglect Facility is not providing resident with hygiene care

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Darius Williams conducted an unannounced follow up visit. LPA met with Administrator Susan Baal and discussed the purpose of the visit. LPA has conducted interview, observations, and record review. Resident 1's medical assessment, identified wounds, prior to admission. R1 was under the care of Hospice who was attending to the wound care. According to R1, Administrator, and staff there are no wounds. R1 pointed to where the wound use to be and LPA did not observe any wounds. R1 reports staff assist with washing, dressing, toileting, brushing hair, etc. *Continued on LIC 9099-C* Unfounded Based on the LPA,s observation, interview, and record review the allegations resident developed bed sore due to staff neglect and facility is not providing resident with hygiene care, we have found that the complaint was UNFOUNDED, which means it could not have happened, and/or is without a reasonable basis, therefore we have dismissed the complaint. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report will be provided via e-mail.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 13, 2023 · control 24-AS-20230428163034

20221 state visit · 1 document

Oct 10, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/10/22 at 11:50 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Malia Thao arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual inspection. LPA explained reason for inspection and was granted entry. LPA met with Licensee Susan Baal. There was one staff and five residents present during the inspection. Facility was observed clean and without any obstructions or fire clearance issues. Hand sanitizer was readily available to residents and visitors. Social distancing is maintained in the common and dining areas. Bedrooms were checked. LPA checked residents’ medications and observed the month's supply. Food supply was observed in adequate supply. Cleaning and PPE supplies were checked. Staff records were reviewed for good health. Residents files have updated emergency contact information. Administrator certification is valid. No deficiencies cited during inspection. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was given to Licensee Susan Baal, whose signature confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 10, 2022

20211 state visit · 1 document

Oct 19, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst LPA Shawna Doucette conducted an Annual Inspection on this date. LPA was met by Staff Benjamin Aguila and discussed the purpose of the visit. LPA and Administrator Susan Baal the tour at the front entrance/office of the facility. Visitor log-in/temperature check, masks, and disinfection station was observed upon entry. Facility has one entrance/exit point. Hand sanitizer was readily available to residents and visitors. Social distancing is maintained in the common areas. Hand washing and other various Covid-19 related signs were observed in the common areas. LPA observed a two day supply of perishable food and seven day supply of non-perishable food. Cleaning supplies were observed behind a locked in a cabinet in the garage. LPA observed the following personal protective equipment in an office cabinet; gowns, face shield, gloves, and masks. Staff records were reviewed for infection control training. LPA observed all facility staff wearing masks. Resident’s files have updated emergency contact information. No deficiencies were observed. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was providedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 19, 2021

6 of 6 beds were occupied at the May 22, 2025 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.

License holder

Divine Mercy Home Care, LLC, 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.

  • Divine Mercy Guest Home II · Bakersfield
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2006, as the state’s facility page counts them
State visits on file
9
Total complaints
2
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 homeTypical
Type A citations00
Type B citations10
Substantiated allegations10
Total complaints20

“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

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.

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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 Divine Mercy Guest Home I

Is Divine Mercy Guest Home I licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.

How many residents is Divine Mercy Guest Home I licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.

Has Divine Mercy Guest Home I been cited?

0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2006, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026. Those records count 9 state visits over the same years.

Is Divine Mercy Guest Home I still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.

What does Divine Mercy Guest Home I cost?

$3,700 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,000–$4,550. 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 18 small homes and similar homes within 5 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 20 other homes of a similar licensed size in Bakersfield that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $3,900 a month, and the middle figure is $3,500 (n = 20 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 Divine Mercy Guest Home I 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 Divine Mercy Home Care, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026. See the homes licensed to Divine Mercy Home Care LLC — at least 4 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield is 0.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Divine Mercy Guest Home I keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.

Divine Mercy Guest Home I license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “DIVINE MERCY GUEST HOME I”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #157203382. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
  • Licensed to Divine Mercy Home Care, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2006, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
  • 9 state inspection visits since 2006, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation on file since 2006, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026. The same records count 9 state visits in that period.
  • 2 complaints and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2006, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is October 16, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
Type 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

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Nearby

Other homes nearby

Licensed homes near this one in Kern County, most information on file first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.

  • Map

    Bakersfield · 0.3 mi

    TLC Home Care 1

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Starting rate

    $3,500 a month to start

    Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
  • Map

    Bakersfield · 0.2 mi

    Meadow Springs

    Small home · licensed for 4

    Estimated starting rate

    $4,100 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $3,350–$5,050

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
  • Map

    Bakersfield · 0.2 mi

    Divine Mercy Guest Home III

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $4,050 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $3,300–$5,000

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
  • Map

    Bakersfield · 0.3 mi

    Mercie's Home #5

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $3,350 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $2,700–$4,100

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
  • Map

    Bakersfield · 0.3 mi

    Divine Mercy Guest Home II

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $3,800 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $3,100–$4,700

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
  • Map

    Bakersfield · 0.3 mi

    Divine Mercy Guest Home IV

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $3,800 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $3,100–$4,700

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record

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