Small home · Licensed for 6 · Bakersfield

Gables Residential Care for Elderly

10702 Four Bears Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312Licensed since 2025

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$4,400 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $3,600–$5,450 See costs

No openings reported

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

Ask this home

Check availability

Request a tour

More days

AskThe cost, or your own question

Free for families. A home gets your number only if you say yes.

Care and support

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

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. APPROVED FOR SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH ONE(1)MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #A. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR SIX (6).

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Gables Residential Care for Elderly: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and help with medicines. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

Check availability

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,400a month to start

Likely $3,600–$5,450

From 11 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$4,400likely a month

Room

Daily care

Sharing the room

Starting monthly rate$4,400likely $3,600–$5,450
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 11 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 $3,600–$5,650: $4,400
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,250–$8,850: $6,900

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 homes11 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,500 to $5,500

11 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,150–$4,950.

Brighton ManorBakersfield · 0.6 mi · Small home
$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Bella Vita at StoningtonBakersfield · 0.8 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Village GardensBakersfield · 0.8 mi · Small home
$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Windcreek Senior CareBakersfield · 0.9 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
A & A Bakersfield Care HomeBakersfield · 2.6 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
TLC Home Care 1Bakersfield · 3.1 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed 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.
Blue Pearl Home Care IIBakersfield · 4.1 mi · Small home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Divine Mercy Care Homes IIBakersfield · 4.2 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 · 4.2 mi · Small home
$2,500Listed on its own website · starting base rate for a shared standard bedroom · seen October 27, 2026
Garnsey GardenBakersfield · 4.3 mi · Small home
$3,800Listed 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 11 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.

Ask for the price

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 tour

Where it is

10702 Four Bears Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

Opening the neighborhood map…

Mercy Southwest HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list1.3 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 directions

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 #157209535 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 7 of 7 documents

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

20263 state visits · 4 documents

Jul 22, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 7/22/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection. LPA arrived, introduced self, stated purpose of visit, and allowed entrance by caregiver. Christina Marsy, Administrator contacted by telephone and arrived a short time later to conduct visit with LPA. There are currently six (6) residents in placement, residents observed to be relaxing in the living room watching television and reading the newspaper, LPA observed facility to be clean, odor free, and temperature to be 75 degrees. Facility observed to be equipped with auditory alarms on exit doors. Resident rooms toured, and observed to have all required furnishings. All common areas observed to have adequate seating available for residents. Bathrooms observed to have grab bars, shower chairs, and non-skid mats available. Fixtures in the bathroom observed to be functional. Water temperature measured at 114 degrees F. Kitchen toured, facility has adequate food supply for the residents in care. Stove knobs observed to be off and secured. Knives observed to be locked and secured and inaccessible to residents. Medications observed to be locked and secured. Medications observed to have original labels, and to be administered as prescribed. LPA observed smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector to be operational during facility inspection. Last fire drill conducted in July 2026 according to facility records. Fire Extinguisher present with a service date on 11/03/2025. Outside of facility has shaded area and seating available for residents. No hazards observed. Facility to submit the following documents to Fresno Regional Office no later than 7/31/2026: Register of Facility Clients/Residents and a copy of Liability Insurance. Resident and Staff files reviewed. Exit interview conducted. Report signed and a copy of facility report provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 22, 2026

Mar 10, 2026Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Licensee did not comply with change of ownership requirements Licensee did not maintain operational control of the facility

On 3/10/2026, Licensing Program Manager (LPM) S. Pidgirny and Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an office meeting to deliver findings for this complaint. LPM and LPA met with Licensee, Valerie Civelli and Administrator, Christina Marsy. During the investigation, LPA conducted interviews, gathered information and toured facility. Based on information gathered, Licensee Valerie Civelli transferred the facility or facility property, operations, operational controls and financial obligations to prospective buyer as a part of agreement on/or after March 21, 2025. Licensee entered into a formal written agreement on March 25, 2025, then entered into a formal written contract on July 18, 2025. The facility was not licensed by Department until August 7, 2025. 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, deficiencies are being cited on the attached 9099-D. Exit interview conducted and a copy of report and appeal rights provided for facility records. Substantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 10, 2026 · control 24-AS-20251118101323

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87109(b) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 11, 2026

(b) Except as provided in subdivision (e), the property and business shall not be transferred until the buyer qualifies for a license or provisional license within the appropriate provisions of this chapter. **This was not met as evidenced by Licensee entered into a formal written agreement on March 25, 2025, then entered into a formal written contract on July 18, 2025. The facility was not licensed by Department until August 7, 2025.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 10, 2026

Plan of correction: Licensee to provide written statement to Department acknowledging that regulation has been read and submit to by plan of correction due date.

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87205(a) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 11, 2026

(a) The licensee, whether an individual or other entity, shall exercise general supervision over the affairs of the licensed facility and establish policies concerning its operation in conformance with these regulations and the welfare of the individuals it serves. **This was not met as evidenced by Licensee transferred operational control to 3rd party including but not limited to payroll, facility utility bills, expenses of facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 10, 2026

Plan of correction: Licensee to provide written statement to Department acknowledging that regulation has been read and submit to by plan of correction due date.

Mar 10, 2026Facility evaluation reportOfficeReport on file

Type of visit: Office

On 3/10/2026, an informal office meeting was conducted at Fresno Regional Office to obtain information regarding complaints, operations, operational control, and Title 22 regulations. In attendance from Fresno Regional Office: Sergiy Pidgirny, Licensing Program Manager Alexandria Walton, Licensing Program Manager Shawna Doucette, Licensing Program Manager Melinda Medina, Licensing Program Analyst Licensee provided documentation during meeting. No deficiencies cited. A copy of report was provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 10, 2026

Feb 24, 2026Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Health ChecksReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Health Checks

On 2/24/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an unannounced Case Management for health and safety of residents in care. LPA arrived, introduced self, stated purpose of visit, and allowed entrance by Direct Care staff. Administrator, Christina Marsy contacted by telephone and arrived a short time later to conduct visit with LPA. Currently, there are 6 residents in care, of those 5 are currently receiving hospice services. LPA observed facility to be clean and a comfortable temperature during visit. Facility has a 2-day supply of perishable food and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food. The following documents were provided to LPA during facility visit by Administrator: LIC 500 LIC 9020 Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Administrator for facility records. No deficiencies cited during visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 24, 2026

20253 state visits · 3 documents

Dec 5, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Health ChecksReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Health Checks

On 12/05/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an unannounced Case Management for health and safety of residents in care. LPA conducted visit with Administrator, Christina Marsy. Currently, there are 5 residents in care, of those 4 are currently receiving hospice services. LPA observed facility to be clean and a comfortable temperature during visit. Facility has a 2-day supply of perishable food and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food. The following documents were provided to LPA during facility visit by Administrator: LIC 500 LIC 9020 Liability Insurance Copy of message sent to families on 11/17/2025 Per previous telephone conversation with Valerie Civelli, a spreadsheet will be provided via e-mail by close of business on 12/05/2025 which documents all utilities and account holder for the facility. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Administrator for facility records. No deficiencies cited during visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 5, 2025

Nov 25, 2025Facility evaluation reportOfficeReport on file

Type of visit: Office

On 11/25/2025, a office meeting was conducted at Fresno Regional Office to obtain information regarding operations, operational control, and licensure. In attendance from Fresno Regional Office: Brenda White, Regional Manager Sergiy Pidgirny, Licensing Program Manager Melinda Medina, Licensing Program Analyst Licensee provided documentation during meeting. No deficiencies cited. A copy of report was provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 25, 2025

Jul 17, 2025Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 7/17/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an announced Pre-licensing inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was allowed entrance into the facility. LPA met with Administrator, Christian Marsy and Licensee Representative, Antoinette Sillas. . The facility is 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms home. Fire clearance was granted for 6 residents, 5 non- ambulatory and up to 1 bedridden residents. Currently, there are 5 residents in care. Facility observed to clean, odor free, and a comfortable temperature. Common areas observed to be furnished and have adequate seating and lighting available. All bedrooms were observed to have required furnishings. Bathrooms toured, fixtures observed operational. Grab bars available and skid-resistant surfaces in showers observed. Kitchen was toured and observed to have pots, pans, plates, cups and utensils. Facility has a 2-day of perishable and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available as of date of inspection. Knives observed to be locked and secured and stove knobs observed to be removed. Medication observed to be locked and secured in medication room. Cleaning supplies and chemicals are locked and secured under kitchen sink and in laundry room. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 9/18/2024. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were observed to be operational during this inspection. Water temperature measured at 117 degrees F. Facility has a working telephone of (661) 615-3054. . Outside of facility toured. Facility has a covered patio with seating available. Exits open free of obstruction. . Gate observed to be self-latching. Component III conducted during pre-licensing inspection. Pre-Licensing is complete and this facility has no deficiencies Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was provided to Administrator for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 17, 2025

5 of 6 beds were occupied at the March 10, 2026 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.

License holder

Gables Residential Care for Elderly Inc., licensed since 2025.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2025, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 8
Total complaints: 1
Substantiated allegations: 2
Type A citations: 2
Type B citations: 0

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2025, 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	2	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

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.

The earlier licensePreviously at this address: The Meadows (license #157204176).

The state lists license #157204176 as “Closed, Change of Ownership” as of October 26, 2026. Inspections and reports filed under license #157204176 are on the state’s record of that license.

The state’s record for license #157204176 The state’s record for license #157209535

Open CDSS facility search ↗Report a record error Operate this home? Respond or correct, free →

Frequently asked questions

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

Quick answers about Gables Residential Care for Elderly

Is Gables Residential Care for Elderly licensed?

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

How many residents is Gables Residential Care for Elderly licensed for?

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

Has Gables Residential Care for Elderly been cited?

2 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2025, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 8 state visits over the same years.

Is Gables Residential Care for Elderly still open?

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

What does Gables Residential Care for Elderly cost?

$4,400 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,600–$5,450. 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.

Does Gables Residential Care for Elderly 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 Gables Residential Care for Elderly Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Mercy Southwest Hospital is 1.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Gables Residential Care for Elderly keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.