Durando Home Ii is a residential care home for the elderly (RCFE) in Palmdale, Los Angeles County, California — state license #197604989, licensed for 4 residents, listed as licensed in the CDSS record we retrieved August 2, 2026. It does not appear on the DHCS Assisted Living Waiver participant list checked August 9, 2026 — that list covers the state waiver only, not a home's own payment arrangements. California has 18 dated inspection and complaint documents on file for this home going back to 2022, the most recent dated April 18, 2026 — published below in full, verbatim and unscored.
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Since 2022, the state has visited this home 19 times and filed 18 documents. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 18, 2026.
The state's published file for this home includes 12 documents with transcribed findings, dated May 19, 2022 to November 14, 2025. 12 of the 12 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (3), “Unsubstantiated” (9). 12 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word.
Summary composed by computer from the 12 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
Apr 18, 2026Report 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 26, 2026Report 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.
Nov 14, 2025Unsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff not keeping resident’s room free from odor. Staff not changing residents diaper needs resulting in a rash. Staff not treating resident with respect. Staff left residents unsupervised for a period of time. Staff did not assist resident in a timely manner.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelin Rios conducted an unannounced subsequent complaint visit to this facility to continue the investigation on the above allegations and deliver determinations. LPA arrived to the facility and knocked on the door. Nobody answered. LPA contacted the administrator, James Durando by telephone but could not leave a voicemail. LPA contacted Nancy Magallanes the House Manager by telephone and explained the reason for the visit. The house manager stated staff should arrive shortly to grant access. To investigate the allegations, LPA Rios conducted an initial unannounced complaint visit on 04/07/2025. During the visit, LPA conducted a physical plant tour to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. No concerns were observed at that time. During the initial visit from 9:23 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., one (1) staff member was interviewed. Between 9:40 a.m. and 11:35 a.m., LPA requested and obtained copies of the following documents: staff roster, client roster,the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 14, 2025 · control 31-AS-20250328162226
Nov 12, 2025Substantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff are not meeting residents’ health needs.
On 11/12/2025 at approximately, 9:40 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Angelica Segovia conducted an unannounced initial complaint visit to the facility to investigate the above allegation(s). LPA was greeted by staff and stated the reason for their visit. Administrator, James Durando along with facility’s manager, Nancy Magallanes arrived shortly after to assist with today’s meeting. At 09:45 AM, LPA requested census, resident and staff roster. At approximately 10:00 AM, LPA conducted a physical plant tour, to ensure the health and safety of the residents. At 11:00 AM, LPA requested pertinent documentation pertaining to the investigation such as but not limited to: Admission Agreement, Needs and Services and Physician’s Report. In between 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, LPA attempted interviews with four (4) residents (R1-R4), eight (8) staff members (S1-S8) and conducted record review. (continue to LIC 9099-C) Substantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 12, 2025 · control 31-AS-20251106095711
Jun 12, 2025Unsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff allowed uncleared adults to be present in the facility. Staff smokes marijuana at the facility while on shift. Staff did not treat resident with dignity and respect. Staff did not ensure resident's room were kept clean. Staff did not provide proper food service to residents in care.
On 6/12/2025 at approximately 10:50 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angelica Segovia conducted an unannounced subsequent complaint visit to the facility. LPA was greeted by the Administrator, James Durando and stated the reason for their visit was to deliver the findings of the complaint. To investigate the allegation(s), on 6/04/2025 LPA conducted a physical plant tour, requested pertinent documentation, and attempted interviews with four (4) residents (R1-R4) and eight (8) staff members (S1-S8). (Continue to LIC 9099-C) Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 12, 2025 · control 31-AS-20250530113528
Feb 19, 2025Unsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Uncleared adult is present in the facility Staff smokes marijuana in front of residents in care Staff leave residents alone in the facility
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelin Rios conducted an unannounced subsequent complaint visit to this facility to deliver findings at approximately 8:45 a.m., on 02/19/2025. LPA arrived at to the facility and could hear a vacuum. LPA rang the door bell but no one answered the door. LPA contacted the Administrator, James Durando by telephone, and he explained they were on their way to an appointment with a client but staff should be at the home to grant LPA entry. LPA explained to the administrator the reason for the visit. LPA was then greeted by staff and granted access. Administrator assistant, Nancy Magallanes Silva contacted the staff and designated staff to sign for today's report. At approximately 9:00 a.m., LPA conducted a health and safety physical plant tour of the facility inside and out. LPA did not observe any health or safety issues. At 9:20 a.m., LPA requested a copy of Personnel Report (LIC500) and obtained copies of staff time sheets. (Cont. to LIC9099-C) Unsubstantiathe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 19, 2025 · control 31-AS-20240216153939
Dec 12, 2024Report 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 19, 2024Unsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Facility staff not meeting incontinence care needs of residents. Facility staff not providing meals to residents.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Abeye Duguma conducted an unannounced subsequent visit for the above allegation. LPA met with caregiver, Mariam Raina, and explained the reason for the visit. --- Facility staff not meeting incontinence care needs of residents. It was alleged that staff do not change the residents' diapers. To investigate the allegation, on 07/12/2024 LPA conducted physical plant tour at around 01:30 PM, interviewed one (01) staff and two (02) out of four (04) residents between 02:30 PM to 03:30 PM. During the physical plant tour, LPA observed all residents were clean and well groomed. LPA did not experience any malodor. During interviews with staff, Staff #1 (S1) stated that residents are changed frequently throughout the day and checked on every two hours. Staff added that residents are not left soiled for an extended time. (CONT on LIC 9099-C) Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 19, 2024 · control 31-AS-20240705161421
May 18, 2024Unsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff do not assist resident with incontinence needs Staff do not provide adequate supervision to residents
On 5/18/2024 LPA Alfonso Iniguez conducted an unannounced subsequent complaint visit. LPA Iniguez met with James Durando/Licensee. LPA explained the purpose of this visit. Investigation Consisted of: LPA conducted the following interviews: Resident interviews (R#2-R#3). LPA obtained the following documents: Resident’s roster, Personnel roster, (R#1-R#3) Identification and Emergency Information, (R#1-R#3) Admissions agreements, (R#1-R#3) Physicians Report for Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly, (R#1-R#3) Needs and Services Plan, (R#1-R#3) Medication Administration Record (MAR) for the month of May 2024. Evaluation Report continues LIC 9099-C Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 18, 2024 · control 31-AS-20230921120914
Feb 29, 2024Report 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 24, 2024Report 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.
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Is Durando Home Ii licensed?
Yes — Durando Home Ii is a licensed residential care home for the elderly (RCFE) in Palmdale (Los Angeles County): California license #197604989, shown as licensed in the CDSS state record checked August 2, 2026, licensed for 4 residents. State records list 18 inspection and complaint documents since 2022; the most recent, a facility evaluation report dated April 18, 2026, appears in the inspection record on this page.
Can Durando Home Ii 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 Durando Home Ii with clearances for wheelchair / non-ambulatory; it does not list dementia / memory care, hospice 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 record1 AMBULATORY, 3 NON-AMBULATORY.
How much does Durando Home Ii cost?
California's public licensing record does not include Durando Home Ii'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 Durando Home Ii accept Medi-Cal or the Assisted Living Waiver?
Durando Home Ii is not in the DHCS Assisted Living Waiver participant record we checked August 9, 2026 — that list covers only the state's ALW program, not a home's own payment policies, so ask the home directly about private Medi-Cal arrangements. The waiver pays for assisted-living care services (not room and board) at participating homes; every DHCS-listed home appears on our statewide Medi-Cal page.
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4 of 4 beds occupied (100%) when the state visited on November 14, 2025. Availability changes constantly — confirm a current opening with the home.
What do state inspections show for Durando Home Ii?
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 19 state visits and 18 dated documents since 2022 for Durando Home Ii; 12 complaint-investigation narratives are transcribed verbatim below. The most recent, dated November 14, 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.
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Transcribed from CDSS complaint-investigation reports · record checked August 2, 2026.
What the state has logged
California has logged 19 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 small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds), computed across all 5,773 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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