Woodruff Care Home Inc · License #191592947 · 16409 Woodruff Avenue, Bellflower, CA · (562) 925-6581 Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
Woodruff Care Home Inc is a residential care home for the elderly (RCFE) in Bellflower, Los Angeles County, California — state license #191592947, licensed for 88 residents, listed as licensed in the CDSS record we retrieved August 2, 2026. It appears on the DHCS Assisted Living Waiver participant list checked August 9, 2026, so Medi-Cal may help pay for care services here. California has 34 dated inspection and complaint documents on file for this home going back to 2021, the most recent dated April 13, 2026 — published below in full, verbatim and unscored.
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✓Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved for 68 residents
–Dementia / memory careNot on file — ask the home
✓Hospice careVerified in record
–Bedridden careNot on file — ask the home
“Not on file” is not a no — approvals can be bed- or room-specific, so confirm current scope with the home on a tour. Where a number is shown it is the state’s own wording for how many residents the approval covers, not how many places are open today; where none is shown, the record simply does not state one.
Specific medical needs — insulin, oxygen, a catheter, an ostomy — aren’t in the state license record; ask the home directly. A feeding tube, tracheostomy, or advanced wound care usually needs skilled nursing →
LICENSEE PREFERS TO SERVE ELDERLY CLIENTS 60 YEARS AND OLDER. CLEARED FOR 20 AMBULATORY AND 68 NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR 8 RESIDENTS.State service designation985 - RCFE / HOSPICEthe CDSS license record, verbatim · checked August 2, 2026
Since 2021, the state has visited this home 36 times and filed 34 documents. The most recent is a complaint investigation report, dated April 13, 2026.
Most recent state visit
April 13, 2026
Occupancy at the October 23, 2025 visit
87 of 88 beds
The state's published file for this home includes 17 documents with transcribed findings, dated August 20, 2021 to October 23, 2025. 17 of the 17 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (3), “Unsubstantiated” (14). 17 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word.
Summary composed by computer from the 17 documents below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedinvestigated, but couldn’t be confirmed either way — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe state concluded it was false or couldn’t have happenedType A citationthe most serious: an immediate health-or-safety risk, usually fixed on the spot or on a short deadlineType B citationless serious, with a deadline to fix
Apr 13, 2026Complaint investigation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Jan 6, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
20254 state visits · 4 documents
Oct 23, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not adequately address residents’ inappropriate behaviors. Staff spoke to resident in an inappropriate manner.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tena Herrera conducted an unannounced subsequent complaint visit regarding the above allegation. LPA met with Khrysta Margaros (Assistant Administrator) and explained the reason for the visit. The investigation consisted of the following: LPA obtained copies of the staff/residnet rosters, and conducted interviews with 8 Residents (R1-R8) and 6 Staff (S1-S6). (Continued on LIC9099-C) Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2025 · control 28-AS-20251020162944
Oct 7, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Apr 3, 2025Complaint investigation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Jan 30, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
20246 state visits · 7 documents
Aug 29, 2024Complaint investigation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Mar 4, 2024Complaint investigation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Feb 13, 2024Complaint investigation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Jan 30, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Jan 29, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Jan 8, 2024Complaint investigation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Jan 8, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
20232 state visits · 2 documents
Oct 24, 2023Complaint investigation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Sep 28, 2023Complaint investigation reportReport on file
Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.
Beside homes the same size
Type A citations0typical 1
Type B citations7typical 1
Substantiated complaints6typical 2
Total complaints22typical 7
State visits on file36typical 19
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 1,244 licensed larger communities (16+ beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this license since 1991.
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.Operate this home? Respond to or correct any document here, free. Respond or correct →
our estimate — Los Angeles County band, market research June 2026; not this home’s quoted price
$3,500 · statewide low$9,000 · statewide high
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Ways families pay here
Private pay — ask what the base rate includes and what’s billed separately.SSI/SSP — California’s board-and-care payment standard is $1,626.07/mo(2026): $1,444.07 to the home, $182 stays with the resident.Medi-Cal ALW — this home is on the DHCS waiver list (checked August 9, 2026). Details →
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Non-ambulatory approval — whole home or specific rooms, and is a spot open?
Ask how the 2023 complaint investigation report was corrected — what changed?
How is medication handled and logged day to day?
What’s in the base monthly rate, and what’s billed separately?
Staff-to-resident ratio on day and night shifts?
How are medical emergencies handled after hours?
The first two come straight from this home’s record — a brochure won’t answer them.
Yes — Woodruff Care Home Inc is a licensed residential care home for the elderly (RCFE) in Bellflower (Los Angeles County): California license #191592947, shown as licensed in the CDSS state record checked August 2, 2026, licensed for 88 residents. State records list 34 inspection and complaint documents since 2021; the most recent, a complaint investigation report dated April 13, 2026, appears in the inspection record on this page.
Can Woodruff Care Home Inc care for dementia, hospice, bedridden, or non-ambulatory residents?
From the CDSS license record, checked August 2, 2026.
The CDSS license record checked August 2, 2026 lists Woodruff Care Home Inc with clearances for wheelchair / non-ambulatory and hospice care; it does not list dementia / memory care and bedridden. A clearance that is not on file is not a “no” — it may simply be unrecorded, so if your family needs one of these, ask the home directly and confirm its current scope on a tour.
From the California state record. Some approvals are bed- or room-specific — always confirm current scope with the facility.
What the state record says, word for word
Verbatim, from the CDSS license recordLICENSEE PREFERS TO SERVE ELDERLY CLIENTS 60 YEARS AND OLDER. CLEARED FOR 20 AMBULATORY AND 68 NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR 8 RESIDENTS.
How much does Woodruff Care Home Inc cost?
California's public licensing record does not include Woodruff Care Home Inc's monthly price, so we never show or estimate one for a specific home. As county-level context only, assisted living in Los Angeles County typically runs $5,000–$7,500/mo and small board-and-care homes $4,000–$6,500/mo (market research compiled June 2026 — ranges, not quotes; California's 2026 SSI/SSP board-and-care payment standard is $1,626.07/month, of which $1,444.07 is the room-and-board portion paid to the home). Ask the home for its own rate sheet and what the base rate includes — or use the cost section at the top of this page.
Does Woodruff Care Home Inc accept Medi-Cal or the Assisted Living Waiver?
Yes — Medi-Cal can help pay for care at Woodruff Care Home Inc through California's Assisted Living Waiver (ALW): the home appears on the Department of Health Care Services participant list checked August 9, 2026. The waiver pays for assisted-living care services — not room and board — for eligible Medi-Cal members, and each home takes a limited number of waiver residents, so ask the home about a current ALW opening.
87 of 88 beds occupied (99%) when the state visited on October 23, 2025. Availability changes constantly — confirm a current opening with the home.
What do state inspections show for Woodruff Care Home Inc?
Verbatim from CDSS complaint-investigation reports — the state's own words, never summarized by us. Record checked August 2, 2026.
The CDSS state record checked August 2, 2026 lists 36 state visits and 34 dated documents since 2021 for Woodruff Care Home Inc; 17 complaint-investigation narratives are transcribed verbatim below. The most recent, dated October 23, 2025, records an allegation the state marked “Unsubstantiated”. Open any entry to read the state's full finding, word for word.
Most licensed homes receive some findings over 36 months; what matters is what was found and whether it was corrected. Counts here are shown compared with homes of similar size, and the state's own words appear in full below.
Allegation the state reviewedStaff did not adequately address residents’ inappropriate behaviors. Staff spoke to resident in an inappropriate manner.
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tena Herrera conducted an unannounced subsequent complaint visit regarding the above allegation. LPA met with Khrysta Margaros (Assistant Administrator) and explained the reason for the visit. The investigation consisted of the following: LPA obtained copies of the staff/residnet rosters, and conducted interviews with 8 Residents (R1-R8) and 6 Staff (S1-S6). (Continued on LIC9099-C) Unsubstantiated— CDSS inspection report, October 23, 2025 · control 28-AS-20251020162944
Allegation the state reviewedStaff not maintaining a comfortable room temperature for residents.
State's findingSubstantiatedThe state investigated and found this allegation more likely than not true.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Bennette Pena conducted an unannounced complaint visit regarding the above stated allegation. LPA met with Gemma Deoso, Administrator and explained the reason for the visit. The investigation consisted of the following: LPA obtained copies of Resident & Staff Rosters, conducted a tour of facility such as common areas, focusing on the residents' rooms, Electrician's contact information and Resident #1 (R1) files such as; Identification and Emergency Information Sheets, Physician Reports, and Resident Appraisal. Between 2:03pm-2:48pm, LPA measured the room temperature using the infrared thermometer in (12) random residents rooms on the ground and 2nd floors, (Room numbers: 107, 110, 111, 113, 119, 126, 235, 236, 239, 240, 242 and 246). LPA also interviewed the Administrator, Staff #1 (S1) - Staff #3 (S3), and Resident #1 (R2) - Resident #10 (R10). ******CONTINUED ON LIC9099-C***** Substantiated— CDSS inspection report, July 17, 2023 · control 28-AS-20230714100240
Allegation the state reviewedStaff spoke inappropriately to resident in care. Staff is trying to force resident to sign unknown documents. Staff do not provide room cleaning services to resident in care.
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cynthia Chan conducted the complaint investigation for the allegations listed above. LPA arrived unannounced and met with Assistant Administrator, Khrysta Margaros. The purpose for the visit was explained. Administrator, Gemma Deoso, arrived shortly thereafter to assist with the visit. The investigation consisted of the following: LPA obtained copies of the staff and resident rosters, staff in-service training log, and reviewed Resident's #1 (R-1) file. LPA also toured the facility, interviewed the Administrator, Staff #1 - #4, and Residents #1 - #6. The investigation revealed the following: For allegation - Staff spoke inappropriately to resident in care. During the visit today, LPA interviewed the Administrator, Staff, and Residents. Unsubstantiated— CDSS inspection report, June 22, 2023 · control 28-AS-20230613104451
Allegation the state reviewedStaff are not meeting resident’s medical needs to obtain a prosthetic device as required by a physician.
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alma Gonzalez conducted an unannounced complaint visit to gather information pertaining to the above-mentioned allegation. LPA met with Administrator Gemma Deoso and explained the reason for the visit. The investigation consisted of: LPA conducted interviews with Administrator Gemma Deoso, Staff 1-2 (S1-2) and Residents 1-6 (R1-6). LPA collected copies of Staff and Resident rosters. LPA reviewed R1-2's facility files and collected copies of documents relevant to the investigation. (See LIC9099C for continuation) Unsubstantiated— CDSS inspection report, June 13, 2023 · control 28-AS-20230607152031
Allegation the state reviewedStaff did not prevent resident from stealing another resident's personal belongings
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
Licensing Program Analyst(s)(LPA) Mary Flores conducted an unannounced initial complaint investigation visit regarding the above allegation. LPA met with Gemma Deoso Administrator and explained the reason for the visit. The investigation consisted of the following: LPA requested a copy of staff/resident roster, face sheet, physician's report, preplacement appraisal information, resident personal property and valuables, for resident #1 (R1) and #2(R2). LPA interview residents 1 - 5 and staff 1-5. The investigation revealed the following: Regarding allegation: Staff did not prevent resident from stealing another resident's personal belongings. It is alleged R2 is continuously stealing R1's personal items; such as phone, debit card, and clothing. R1 stated a phone was stolen from her by R2 and charges to R1's debit card were made for amounts R1 usually does not make. In addition, personal documents have gone missing. Per R1 there was no police report file regarding missing items. (CONTINU— CDSS inspection report, June 13, 2023 · control 28-AS-20230605141305
Allegation the state reviewedStaff do not ensure hot water is available to residents Staff do not maintain resident bathroom in clean and sanitary condition Staff do not provide soap to resident Staff allow residents to smoke in non-designated areas
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Bennette Pena conducted a 10-day complaint visit to investigate the allegations listed above. LPA met with Administrator, Gemma Deoso and explained the purpose of the visit. Administrator and S1 assisted LPA Pena with the visit. The investigation consisted of the following: LPA obtained copies of Resident & Staff Rosters, Plumber's invoice dated 3/16/2023, random resident admission agreement, House rules and Housekeeping job description. LPA toured the facility’s common areas such as residents rooms, bathrooms and designated smoking areas with S1. Between 11am-11:50am, LPA conducted the hot water temperature check in (8) random residents’ rooms on the first and second floor, (Room numbers: 107, 110, 116, 129, 235, 236, 240, 242). At 2:30pm, LPA measured and inspected (3) random residents rooms (Room numbers: 121, 126 & 127) using an infrared thermometer to measure the room temperature (photos taken). LPA interviewed the Administrator, Staff #1 (S1) – Sta— CDSS inspection report, June 5, 2023 · control 28-AS-20230531105328
Allegation the state reviewedStaff are verbally abusing residents in care.
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Bennette Pena conducted an unannounced complaint visit regarding the above allegation. LPA met with Staff #1 (S1) and explained the reason for the visit. The investigation consisted of the following: LPA obtained Resident & Staff Rosters, In-service training/meeting record (Report suspected Abuse of Dependent Adults & Elders/Mandated Rights, Personal Rights). LPA also toured the facility with the Asst.Administrator which included all the common areas and a random sample of resident bedrooms. LPA also interviewed Staff #1 - Staff #5 and Resident #1 (R1) - Resident # 6 (R6). LPA attempted to interview night shift Staff #6 (3x), (2:15pm, 3:54pm and 4:17pm) and left a voice mail message, but S6 did not return the call. *****CONTINUED ON LIC9099-C***** Unsubstantiated— CDSS inspection report, March 29, 2023 · control 28-AS-20230328111454
Allegation the state reviewedStaff did not provide timely medical attention to resident
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kimberly Ramirez and LPA Tena Herrera conducted an announced subsequent complaint visit stemming from initial complaint visit dated 11/22/2021. LPA’s met with Administrator Carmen Galicia and explained the purpose of the visit. The investigation consisted of the following: A physical plant inspection of the facility was conducted at 10:02 am. Staff (S1-S5) and residents (R1-R4). LPA’s requested a copy of LIC 500, resident roster, Resident R1 face sheet, R1 Emergency contact sheet, R1 Physician orders, R1 medical records, LIC 624, Post Discharge Plan of Care and Outside Agency Documentation log. See LIC 9099-C for continuation. Unsubstantiated— CDSS inspection report, February 16, 2023 · control 28-AS-20211117125615
Allegation the state reviewedStaff did not provide timely medical attention to resident
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
This is a corrected verison of previous complaint report dated 02/16/2023. Verbiage was corrected on LIC 9099. Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kimberly Ramirez and LPA Tena Herrera conducted an announced subsequent complaint visit stemming from initial complaint visit dated 11/22/2021, conducted by LPA Gonzalez. LPA’s met with Administrator Carmen Galicia and explained the purpose of the visit. The investigation consisted of the following: A physical plant inspection of the facility was conducted at 10:02 am. Staff (S1-S5) and residents (R1-R4) were interviewed. LPA’s requested a copy of LIC 500, resident roster, Resident R1 face sheet, R1 Emergency contact sheet, R1 Physician orders, R1 medical records, LIC 624, Post Discharge Plan of Care and Outside Agency Documentation log. See LIC 9099-C for continuation. Unsubstantiated— CDSS inspection report, February 16, 2023 · control 28-AS-20211117125615
Allegation the state reviewedStaff mismanaged resident's medication Staff do not respond to resident's call for assistance
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
On 02/02/23 at 9:26 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jewel Baptiste conducted an unannounced complaint visit to the facility. Upon arrival LPA met with Carmen Galicia (Administrator) and explained the purpose of the visit. During today’s visit LPA and administrator toured the facility and tested the call button in rooms 110, 113, 119, 129, 132, 233 and 246. LPA obtained resident/ staff roster, Resident #1 Physicians report, Photo of R1's medication and Resident #1 Physicians orders. LPA also interviewed: Administrator and a total of two (2) staff who shall be referred to as S1, and S2. LPA interviewed a total of 6 residents who shall be referred to as: R1 through R6. Report continued 9099c Unsubstantiated— CDSS inspection report, February 2, 2023 · control 28-AS-20230125151435
Allegation the state reviewedResident's behavior poses as a risk while in care.
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V. Maldonado made an unannounced subsequent complaint visit at the facility for the purpose of investigating the above mentioned allegation. LPA Maldonado met with Administrator Carmen Galicia and explained the purpose for the visit. On 04/27/20 at 8:48 AM the LPA Arterberry interviewed a resident who shall be referred to as R1. On 04/27/2020 at 11:25 AM the LPA also interviewed the administrator. The following documents were supplied by the administrator for R1: Woodruff Care Home Identification Page/Face Sheet, 30-Day Notice of Eviction dated 03/31/2020, House Rules, Psychiatric Progress Notes dated 04/20/2020, Individualized Service Plan (ISP), Resident Assessment Form, Lakewood Regional Medical Center Discharge Instructions and Unusual Incident Reports (SIR). (Report Continued on LIC9099-C...) Unsubstantiated— CDSS inspection report, December 12, 2022 · control 28-AS-20200421112512
Allegation the state reviewedStaff sexually abused resident
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
On 11/03/2022 at 9:15 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jewel Baptiste conducted a subsequent complaint visit to investigate the allegations listed above. LPA met with Administrator Carmen Galicia and explained the reason for the visit. The initial complaint visit was conducted on 9/20/2022. During the initial visit LPA Baptiste conducted a health and safety check. LPA conducted a tour of the facility, inside and out. LPA requested copies of staff and resident roster along with Resident #1 (R1) Face sheet, Psychiatric assessment dated 5/12/2020, Physicians’ orders dated 7/12/22, Resident assessment, Individualized service plan and Physicians report. LPA also obtained Resident #2 (R2) Face sheet, Physician’s report dated 7/06/2022, Resident assessment, Individual Service Plan, Comprehensive assessment dated 5/13/22, Physicians orders dated 8/7/022 and Order Summary Report from Valley Convalescent Hospital. Report continued on 9099c Unsubstantiated— CDSS inspection report, November 3, 2022 · control 28-AS-20220916162018
Allegation the state reviewedStaff will not take resident to the doctor Staff are not following physician's orders Staff are not washing residents clothes/sheets properly
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
On 9/29/2022 at 9:00 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jewel Baptiste conducted a subsequent complaint visit to investigate the allegations listed above. LPA met with Administrator Carmen Galicia and explained the reason for the visit. The initial complaint visit was conducted on 8/30/2022. The investigation consisted of the following: During the initial visit, LPA toured the facility with the administrator and obtained the resident/ staff roster, R1's discharge paperwork dated 7/25/22, 8/19/22, 8/24/22, and 8/26/22. LPA received a copy of Incident reports dated 7/25/22, 8/1/22, and 8/19/2022, Pest control reports dated 8/10/22 and 8/17/2022, Laundry schedule, list of R1’s medications, and a copy of R1's MAR. LPA interviewed residents R1 through R6. LPA Interviewed administrator and staff S1. During the subsequent complaint, LPA received written notice from R1's primary care provider confirming that R1 is negative for scabies. Report continued on 9099c Unsubstantiated— CDSS inspection report, September 29, 2022 · control 28-AS-20220823114418
Transcribed from CDSS complaint-investigation reports · record checked August 2, 2026.
What the state has logged
California has logged 36 state visits for this home as of August 2, 2026. These are the home's own counts, straight from that record — shown beside the statewide median for larger communities (16+ beds), computed across all 1,244 licensed homes of that size, because larger and longer-licensed homes naturally accumulate more visits and reports. They are facts, not a grade — a citation may be minor and since corrected, and an “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing.
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