Small home · Licensed for 6 · Bakersfield

Heritage Living I

10411 Blythe Ct., Bakersfield, CA 93311Licensed since 2014

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$3,450 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $2,800–$4,250 See costs

No openings reported

Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
Ways to pay: Medi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · October 1, 2026
Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

Wheelchairup to 6 residents
Hospiceup to 2 residents
Bedriddenup to 1 resident

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. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS. BEDRIDDEN FIRE CLEARANCE APPROVED FOR ONE (1) RESIDENT.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

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 Heritage Living 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

$3,450a month to start

Likely $2,800–$4,250

From 14 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$3,450likely 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$3,450likely $2,800–$4,250
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 14 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 $2,800–$4,450: $3,450
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,350–$7,800: $5,950

How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, 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 appears on the DHCS participation list, October 1, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. On the waiver, a resident on SSI/SSP pays the home $1,444.07 a month for 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 homes14 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,500 to $5,500

14 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,500–$3,900.

Divine Mercy Care Homes IIBakersfield · 0.1 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 · 0.1 mi · Small home
$2,500Listed on its own website · starting base rate for a shared standard bedroom · seen October 27, 2026
Blue Pearl Home Care IIBakersfield · 0.2 mi · Small home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Alondra HomeBakersfield · 1.3 mi · Small home
$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Riverstone Terrace Senior Living Memory CareBakersfield · 1.8 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.
Central Valley Residential CareBakersfield · 2.6 mi · Small home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Summer Springs Board & CareBakersfield · 3.0 mi · Small home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Brighton ManorBakersfield · 3.5 mi · Small home
$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Divine Mercy Care Homes IIIBakersfield · 3.8 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 · 3.9 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Cobble Stone Residential Home CareBakersfield · 4.1 mi · Small home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Village GardensBakersfield · 4.2 mi · Small home
$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Windcreek Senior CareBakersfield · 4.4 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
TLC Home Care 1Bakersfield · 4.7 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 14 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

10411 Blythe Ct., Bakersfield, CA 93311Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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Mercy Southwest HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list3 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 26, 2026 · License #157206726 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

Mar 20, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 03/20/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an annual visit. LPA introduce self, stated the purpose of the visit and met with Licensee/ Administrator (L1) Tina Malhi and Assistant Administrator Sharnpreet "Pree" Malhi. Five residents were present during inspection. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside or outside. MARs were reviewed and medications were checked. Sample of staff and half of the residents’ files were reviewed and observed to have the required documents. Fire extinguisher was observed with a purchased date of: 5/20/25. Medications were observed locked in laundry shelf. MARs were reviewed and medications were checked. Chemicals were observed locked under in garage shelf. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. Refrigerator temperature observed maintained at 40 degrees F.Knives observed locked in kitchen drawer. All bedrooms were observed to have the required furnishings and with adequate lighting. Extra linens and towels were observed. The bathrooms were toured and observed operational during inspection. Non-skid mat and grabbed bars were observed. Hot water temperature was tested at 108.1 degrees F in bathroom and at 107.2 F degrees F in master bathroom. Outside of facility toured and observed to be free of debris. Adequate outdoor seating is available for residents. Carbon monoxide and smoke detector observed functional during visit. A deficiency is being cited on the attached Lic 809D in accordance to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. Exit Interview conducted. The requested documents are to be submitted to the department by 03/26/26: Lic 308, Lic 500, Lic 610E, current liability insurance. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided to Licensee, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 20, 2026

20251 state visit · 1 document

Mar 26, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 03/26/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an annual visit. LPA introduce self, stated the purpose of the visit and met with Licensee/ Administrator (L1) Tina Malhi. All residents were present during inspection. LPA toured the facility with L1. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside or outside. Sharps observed locked in kitchen drawers. Fire extinguisher was observed with a purchased date of: 4/18/24. Medications were observed locked in laundry shelf. MARs were reviewed and medications were checked. Chemicals were observed locked under kitchen sink and under bathroom sink. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. Refrigerator temperature observed maintained at 34 degrees F and freezer temperature maintained at 0 degrees F. Knives observed locked in kitchen drawer. All bedrooms were observed to have the required furnishings and with adequate lighting. Extra linens were observed. The bathrooms were toured and observed operational during inspection. Non-skid mat and grabbed bars were observed. Hot water temperature was tested at 108.1 degrees F in bathroom and at 109 and 109.3 F degrees F in master bathroom. Outside of facility toured and observed to be free of debris. Adequate outdoor seatings available for residents. Sample of staff and half of the residents’ files were reviewed and observed to have the required documents. Residents' cash resource checked. A deficiency is being cited on the attached Lic 809D in accordance to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. Exit Interview conducted. The requested documents are to be submitted to the department by 04/01/25: Lic 308, Lic 500, Lic 610E, current liability insurance, and current Administrator Certificate. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided to Licensee, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 26, 2025

20242 state visits · 2 documents

Apr 29, 2024Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Annual ContinuationReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation

On 04/29/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an annual continuation visit. LPA introduce self, stated the purpose of the visit and requested to meet with the Administrator. LPA met caregiver Emilie Munoz. Licensee/ Administrator Tina Malhi was called and arrived shortly. All six residents were present during inspection. All residents and sample of staff files were observed with the required documents. No deficiency cited during this inspection. Exit Interview conducted. The requested documents are to be submitted to the department by 05/05/24: Lic 308, Lic 500, Lic 610E, current liability insurance, and current Administrator Certificate. A copy of this report was provided to Licensee, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 29, 2024

Apr 17, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 04/17/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an annual visit. introduce self, stated the purpose of the visit and requested to meet with the Administrator. LPA met caregiver Emilie Munoz. Licensee/ Administrator (L1) Tina Malhi was called and arrived shortly. House manager Lorena Malhi and Administrator Sharnpreet Malhi arrived shortly during visit. All six residents were present during inspection. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside or outside. Extra linens were observed. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. Sharps observed locked in kitchen drawers. Fire extinguisher was observed with a purchased date of: 06/07/23. Medications were observed locked in closet. MARs were reviewed. Cleaning supplies were observed locked in garage cabinet. All bedrooms were observed to have the required furnishings and with adequate lightening. The bathrooms were toured and observed operational during inspection. Non-skid mat and grabbed bars were observed. Hot water temperature was tested at 109.0 degree F in the bathroom 1, 115.3 degree F in bathroom 2, and range at 112.4 and 116.2 degrees F in master bathroom. Outside of facility toured and observed to be free of debris. Side gate observed self-closing and self-latching. Adequate outdoor seatings available for residents. Staff and residents' files were reviewed. Due to time constraint, LPA will return at a later date to complete the inspection. Exit Interview conducted. A copy of this report was provided to Licensee, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 17, 2024

The state marks this report as 4 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 2 documents

20231 state visit · 1 document

Apr 6, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 4/6/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA was greeted by Administrator Tina Malhi and granted entry. LPA introduced self and stated the purpose of the visit. All five residents were present during the inspection. The tour started in the common areas into the kitchen to resident's rooms and bathroom. LPA observed COVID-19 related signs. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards. Fire extinguisher was observed with a service date of: 06/8/22. Medications are kept locked in kitchen drawer. Temperature tested for refrigerator at 39.4 degree F. and freezer at 10.8 degree F. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed to be properly stored. Cleaning chemicals are kept in locked under kitchen sink. Residents' bedrooms were toured and observed to be adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lightning. LPA observed 1 shared residents’ bed to be at least 6 feet apart and 3 single occupant room. All bathrooms are observed with securely fastened grab bars and non-skid mat. Bathrooms hot water temperature was tested range at 117.3 in bathroom 1. LPA observed trash can with lid and hand washing signs. The exterior tour was conducted. Side gate was self-closing and self-latching. A sample of the residents’ file reviewed to have update emergency contacts, Admission agreement, and physician report. A sample staff files were also reviewed. Staff files were observed to have current First Aid/CPR, Personal Record, and TB results. First aid kit was observed and contained all required items. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were tested and observed to be operational. No deficiencies issued during this inspection. Exit Interview conducted. The following documents are requested and submitted to Fresno CCL by: 4/12/23. The following updated forms were requested: Lic 308, Lic 500, Lic 610E, Lic 9282, current liability insurance, control property, and current Administrator certificate. A copy of this report was provided to the Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 6, 2023

The state marks this report as 2 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20221 state visit · 1 document

Apr 21, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 04/21/22, 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 met with Licensee Tina Malhi. LPA toured facility with Licensee. All six 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. LPA observed social distancing and cough etiquette postings. All resident’s room toured and observed to be adequately furnished and lit. LPA observed two shared residents' bed to be at least 6 feet apart and two single occupants. All bathrooms are observed with securely fastened grab bars and non-skid mat. All bathrooms observed trash bin with lid. LPA observed hand washing posting by bathroom sinks. The exterior tour was conducted. Side gate was self-closing and self-latching. LPA checked residents’ locked medications. LPA observed small amount of PPE supplies in facility. 30 days PPE supplies storage in a central location. Food supply was checked and appeared to be an adequate supply. Staff records were reviewed for good health and infection control training. Five of six resident records reviewed to have updated emergency contact information. No deficiencies issued during this inspection. Exit Interview conducted. The following documents are requested and submitted to Fresno CCL by: 04/27/22. The following updated forms were requested: Lic 308, Lic 309, Lic 500, Lic 610E, Lic 808, Lic 9020, control of property, and current liability insurance. LPA received copy of Administrator Certificate. A copy of this report provided to Licensee.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 21, 2022

License holder

Heritage Living, Inc., licensed since 2014.

Operates 3 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

Heritage Living · Bakersfield
Heritage Living II · Bakersfield

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2014, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 6
Total complaints: 0
Substantiated allegations: 0
Type A citations: 0
Type B citations: 0

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2014, 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	0	0
Substantiated allegations	0	0
Total complaints	0	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

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 Heritage Living I

Is Heritage Living I licensed?

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

How many residents is Heritage Living I licensed for?

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

Has Heritage Living I been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2014, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Heritage Living I still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 10, 2026.

What does Heritage Living I cost?

$3,450 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $2,800–$4,250. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.

Does Heritage Living I take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, October 1, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Heritage Living, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. See the homes licensed to Heritage Living, Inc. — at least 3 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Mercy Southwest Hospital is 3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Heritage Living I 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.