Small home · Licensed for 4 · Bakersfield
Pathway Homes
334 Montclair St, Bakersfield, CA 93309Licensed since 2022
Overview
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 4: a small care homeThe state license record
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Free for families. A home gets your number only if you say yes.
Care and support
- Wheelchairup to 4 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. 4 NON-AMBULATORY OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #2. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 2.
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 Pathway Homes: 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.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,000a month to start
Likely $3,250–$4,950
From 16 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$4,000likely 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$4,000likely $3,250–$4,950
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 16 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 $3,250–$5,150
- $4,000
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,850–$8,400
- $6,500
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.
Rates at nearby homes16 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,000 to $5,500
16 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,650–$4,600.
- Garnsey GardenBakersfield · 0.5 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- TLC Home Care 1Bakersfield · 0.7 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Westchester Home on SpruceBakersfield · 2.1 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Divine Mercy Care Homes IIIBakersfield · 2.7 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on its own website · starting base rate for a shared standard bedroom · seen October 27, 2026
- Windcreek Senior CareBakersfield · 3.0 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The TrinityBakersfield · 3.0 mi · Mid-size home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Redwood Senior Living BakersfieldBakersfield · 3.1 mi · Mid-size home$2,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Riverstone Terrace Senior Living Memory CareBakersfield · 3.3 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 · 3.8 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Summer Springs Board & CareBakersfield · 4.2 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Your Loved Ones MatterBakersfield · 4.2 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Bella Vita at StoningtonBakersfield · 4.5 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Village GardensBakersfield · 4.6 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Blue Pearl Home Care IIBakersfield · 4.9 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Central Valley Residential CareBakersfield · 4.9 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Divine Mercy Care Homes IIBakersfield · 5.0 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on its own website · starting base rate for a shared standard bedroom · seen October 27, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 16 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.
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.
The best way to see it is a visit.
Request a tourWhere it is
334 Montclair St, Bakersfield, CA 93309Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of BakersfieldHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list0.5 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 #157209217 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 5 of 6 documents
Complaint outcomes in these 36 months, in the state’s words: 1 “Substantiated”.
20261 state visit · 1 document
Aug 18, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 08/18/2026, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) J. Duarte and M. Vega arrived unannounced to conduct the required Annual inspection. LPAs introduced selves, stated the purpose of the visit, and met with staff. Staff contacted Administrator (AD) Diana Diaz and she arrived shortly after. LPAs toured the facility with AD. Staff stated that there are three residents; one resident is in the facility, one resident is in the hospital, and one resident is at the clinic. The facility was observed to be at a temperature of 73 degrees F, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions were observed. The living room had sufficient seating for residents. The kitchen was toured and LPA observed a two day supply of perishable and seven day supply non-perishable food. The facility stores sharps in a locked kitchen cabinet. Chemicals were observed stored and locked in the cabinet under the kitchen sink. A fire extinguisher was observed in the kitchen, with a service date of 05/28/26. The dining room has a fireplace with a cover. Bedrooms were toured and observed to have the required furniture and adequate lighting. Bathrooms were observed operational, with non-skid strips and grabbed bars were observed. The hallway restroom hot water measured at 110 degrees F and the hot water to the restroom connected to the room measured at 111 degrees F. Based on observation, three out of four oxygen tanks in a resident room were not secured in a stand or to the wall. The facility has a dryer and washer in the hallway. Extra linens and towels observed stored in a hall closet. The back patio was toured and observed to be free of debris with adequate seating available for residents. The back back patio has a self latching gate. Continued in LIC 809C. Continued from LIC 809. The carbon monoxide/smoke detector was observed operational during inspection. Medications observed kept locked in a hallway closet. A first aid kit is also stored in the medication closet. All resident files and a sample staff files were reviewed and observed to have required documentation. On 08/05/2026, per staff, R1 was sent to the hospital due to sustaining an injury. There is no record of the facility reporting the incident to CCLD. Medications and MAR log were reviewed. Based on observation, one resident had PRN medication transferred and pre-dispensed into a different container other than its originally received container that does not have the pharmacist label. Deficiencies are being cited on the attached LIC 809D pages, in accordance to California Code of Regulations, Title 22. An exit Interview was conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights were emailed to AD. 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: 08/25/2026.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 18, 2026
20252 state visits · 2 documents
Oct 27, 2025Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Medications are not dispensed as prescribed. Residents are not changed or bathed with privacy.
On 10/27/2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) J. Duarte and M. Medina conducted an unannounced initial 10-day complaint visit. LPAs introduced self, stated purpose of visit, and allowed entrance by Administrator Elizabeth Ramos. Two residents were present at the facility and staff stated that one bed is on hold. LPAs toured facility, reviewed resident files, and conducted interviews during complaint visit. Two out of two residents stated that they are not given privacy when being changed or bathed, residents stated that door is often left open when staff are providing care to them. While conducting investigation and touring the facility, LPAs observed staff dressing R1 and preparing to transfer them to their wheelchair with bedroom door open. Regarding the allegation, medication are not dispensed as prescribed, R1 stated during interview that there have been several times that staff have provided R1 with medication to drink directly from the medication bottle and not administered as directed by the physician. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met; therefore, the above allegations are found to be Substantiated. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, a deficiency is being cited on the attached 9099-D. Substantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 27, 2025 · control 24-AS-20251024105005
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87468.1(a)(1) · Plan of correction due date: Oct 28, 2025
87468.1 Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities (a) Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights:(1) To be accorded dignity in their personal relationships with staff, residents, and other persons. ***This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Two out of two residents stated that they are not given privacy when being changed or bathed, residents stated that door is often left open when staff are providing care to them. While conducting investigation and touring the facility, LPAs observed staff dressing R1 and preparing to transfer them to their wheelchair with bedroom door open.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 27, 2025
Plan of correction: Administrator stated they will provide a plan to train staff on personal rights of individuals and provide sign in sheets and agenda to Fresno CCL by 10/28/2025.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87465(c)(2) · Plan of correction due date: Oct 28, 2025
87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care(c) If the resident's physician has stated in writing that the resident is unable to determine his/her own need for nonprescription PRN medication but can communicate his/her symptoms clearly, facility staff designated by the licensee shall be permitted to assist the resident with self-administration, provided all of the following requirements are met: (2) Once ordered by the physician the medication is given according to the physician's directions. ***This requirement was not met as evidenced by: R1 stated during interview that there have been several times that staff have provided R1 with medication to drink directly from the medication bottle and not administered as directed by the physician.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 27, 2025
Plan of correction: Administrator stated that they will provide a plan to train staff on administering medication to individuals as prescribed by physicians and provide sign in sheets and agenda to Fresno CCL by 10/28/2025.
Sep 12, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 09/12/25, 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 staff Shirley Ralda. LPA contacted licensee Jason and he stated that he will send someone to conduct a tour with LPA. Administrator (AD) Diana Diaz arrived shortly later. LPA toured the facility with AD. The facility was observed to be at a temperature of 73 degrees F, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions were observed. The living room had sufficient 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. Chemicals were observed stored and locked in the cabinet under the kitchen sink. A fire extinguisher was observed in the kitchen, with a service date of 05/23/25. The dining room has a fireplace with a cover. Bedrooms were toured and observed to have the required furniture and adequate lighting. Bathrooms were observed operational, with non-skid strips and grabbed bars were observed. The hallway restroom hot water measured at 113.4 degrees F and the hot water to the restroom connected to the room measured at 110.9 degrees F. Extra linens and towels observed stored in a hall closet. The facility has a dryer and washer in the hallway. The back patio was toured and observed to be free of debris with adequate seating available for residents. The back back patio has a self latching gate. The carbon monoxide/smoke detectors was observed operational during inspection. Medications observed kept locked in a hallway closet. A first aid kit is also stored in the medication closet. All resident files and a sample staff files were reviewed and observed to have required documentation. Continued in LIC 809C. Continued from LIC 809. The facility installed a sliding glass door in one of the bedrooms and did not notify or submit proof to Community Care Licensing (CCL) of the alteration. LPA observed R1's bed rail to be extended to more than half the length of the bed. Licensee did not ensure a restricted health care plan for R3's restricted health condition. Deficiencies are being cited on the attached LIC 809D pages, in accordance to California Code of Regulations, Title 22,Division 6. An exit Interview was conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights were emailed to AD. 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: 09/19/2025.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 12, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Aug 21, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 08/21/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct required Annual inspection. LPA introduce self, stated the purpose of the visit, and met with staff Catalina Aquino. Administrator Jason Johnson and House manager Diana Diaz was called and arrived shortly. LPA toured facility with Administrator and House Manager. All three residents observed 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. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. Fire extinguisher was observed with a service date of: 07/10/24. Last fire drill completed on 08/14/24. Chemicals were observed stored and unlocked under kitchen sink. Temperature maintained for refrigerator at 38 degrees F and freezer at -6 degrees F. All bedrooms were toured and observed to be required furniture and adequate lighting. Medications observed locked in hall closet. Dryer functioning and operating during inspection Bedroom was observed furnished and good lighting. Bathrooms were toured. Toilet observed functional and operational. Non-skid strips and grabbed bars was observed. Hot water temperature was tested 105.4 degrees F in bathroom hall bathroom and 105.1 degrees F in shared bathroom. Outside of facility toured and observed to be free of debris. Side gate self-latching and self-closing. Adequate outside seatings observed available for resident. Carbon monoxide and smoke detector observed operational during inspection. A deficiency is being cited on the attached 809D in accordance to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. Exit Interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided to Administrator via email, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 21, 2024
20231 state visit · 1 document
Dec 22, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Darius Williams conducted an annual inspection visit. LPA met with Administrator, Jason Johnson and discussed the purpose of the visit. LPA Williams toured the facility with the Administrator. LPA observed the living room to have seating available for four residents and space to move around. Facility thermometer reflected 72 degrees Fahrenheit (F). LPA observed two bedrooms. Rooms had space for residents to move around. The rooms had a bed with required linens, chair, night stand, and dresser. Two bathrooms had grab bars and slip resistant strips placed in the bathroom/shower floor. The kitchen was clean and in good repair. LPA observed 2 days of perishable food and seven days of non perishable food. Kitchen refrigerator reflected approximately 34 degrees Fahrenheit (F) and the freezer 0 degress F. Chemicals and medications were observed locked and inaccessible to residents. LPA observed smoke detectors to be present and operational. First aid kit was present with all required items. *Continued on LIC 809C* The backyard had seating and space to accommodate residents. There is no pool on the premises. LPA reviewed 3 resident files and 3 employee files, which had all items requested. No deficiencies were cited during the visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 22, 2023
Earlier years2022 · 1 document
20221 state visit · 1 document
Aug 10, 2022Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 8/10/22 at 10:51 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Malia Thao arrived announced to conduct an announced prelicensing inspection. LPA met with Administrator Jaimy Johnson and Licensee Jason Johnson, and granted entry. LPA conducted tour of inside and outside of the facility. No obstructions observed. All bedrooms have sufficient furniture and lighting. One grab bar observed for use of toilet and shower in both hallway and master bathrooms. Non-skid strips observed for both showers. Facility set at comfortable temperature. Fire extinguisher was purchased on 2/5/22. Dishware and utensils observed. Centrally stored medication observed designated to locked hall closet. First aid kit observed complete. Hot water measured at 105.1 degrees F in the hallway bathroom. No fire clearance issues. Chemicals and cleaning solutions observed inaccessible to cabinet under kitchen sink. Administrator certificate is valid. Telephone service is active. Facility telephone number is: 661-735-7948. Comp III completed. All licensing requirements have been met. LPA will notify CAB analyst of completion. CAB will finalize application and submit license to Licensee once the application process has been completed. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was given to Administrator Jaimy Johnson, whose signature confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 10, 2022
3 of 4 beds were occupied at the October 27, 2025 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.
License holder
Markell & Marquell Enterprises, LLC, licensed since 2022.
Operates 3 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Pathway Homes · Bakersfield
- Pathway Homes · Bakersfield
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2022, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 6
- Total complaints
- 1
- Substantiated allegations
- 2
- Type A citations
- 0
- Type B citations
- 0
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2022, 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 | 2 | 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
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 Pathway Homes
Is Pathway Homes licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Pathway Homes licensed for?
4 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Pathway Homes been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Pathway Homes still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 12, 2026.
What does Pathway Homes cost?
$4,000 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,250–$4,950. 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 16 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.
Does Pathway Homes 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 Markell & Marquell Enterprises, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. See the homes licensed to Markell & Marquell Enterprises, LLC — at least 7 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield is 0.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Pathway Homes 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.
Pathway Homes license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “PATHWAY HOMES”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #157209217. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 4 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Markell & Marquell Enterprises, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 2 substantiated allegations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 18, 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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Starting rate
$3,800 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,050 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,300–$5,000On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,250 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,450–$5,200On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$3,800 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,100–$4,700On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,000 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,300–$4,950On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,100 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,350–$5,050On 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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