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J & A Compassionate Care IILicense #197607349 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareJ & A Compassionate Care IILicense #197607349 · 2160 W. 236th Street, Torrance, CA · (310) 326-2868Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
Home/California/Los Angeles County/Torrance/J & A Compassionate Care II
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Estimated starting rate$4,850/mo

Covelight estimate · likely $3,950–$6,000 · See costs

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Small home · Licensed for 6 · Torrance

J & A Compassionate Care II

2160 W. 236th Street, Torrance, CA 90501 · Licensed since 2008

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J & A Compassionate Care II

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$4,850 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $3,950–$6,000 See costs

No openings reported

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

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Care and support

  • Hospiceup to 1 resident
  • Bedriddenup to 6 residents

Not on file: wheelchair and dementia approvals.

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
FACILITY LICENSED FOR ELDERLY RESIDENTS AGES 60 YEARS AND OLDER. CLEARED FOR SIX (6) BEDRIDDEN RESIDENTS. SPRINKLERS INSTALLED. HOSPICE WAIVER GRANTED FOR ONE (1) TERMINALLY ILL RESIDENT. 87705 COMPLIANT.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 1 — care may continue at the end of life

    State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for J & A Compassionate Care II: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,850a month to start

Likely $3,950–$6,000

From 24 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$4,850likely a month
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$4,850likely $3,950–$6,000

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes within 2 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 $3,950–$6,150
$4,850
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,650–$9,350
$7,350
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 homes24 nearby homes publish starting rates of $4,000 to $9,500

$3,950$9,500

EstimateLikely rangeA nearby home’s published starting rate

24 homes like this within 2 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$5,650.

  • Brightwater ManorTorrance · 0.4 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Sweet Care ManorTorrance · 0.5 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Golden City Home CareTorrance · 0.6 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Pepper Tree Assisted Living IILomita · 0.7 mi · Small home
    $6,000Listed on its own website · seen October 5, 2026
  • Sweet Life Senior CareHarbor City · 0.7 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Michael's ManorHarbor City · 0.7 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Great Place Home CareHarbor City · 0.8 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Green Meadows Board and Care 11Harbor City · 0.8 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Oakhorne ManorHarbor City · 0.8 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Best Place Home CareHarbor City · 0.9 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Senior Manor Care IIITorrance · 0.9 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Southwoods LivingHarbor City · 1.0 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Dhaniella's Care HomeHarbor City · 1.0 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Cerise Guest HomeTorrance · 1.1 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Global Elderly Care FacilityLomita · 1.2 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • St Anthony's Care Home IILomita · 1.4 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Sterling Senior Community VTorrance · 1.4 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Luxury Assisted LivingTorrance · 1.5 mi · Small home
    $6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Family Connect Memory CareTorrance · 1.5 mi · Small home
    $9,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Magnificent ManorTorrance · 1.6 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Americare Assisted Living of WalteriaTorrance · 1.6 mi · Small home
    $6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Arlington Post Guest HomeTorrance · 1.6 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Sweet Life CottageTorrance · 1.7 mi · Small home
    $4,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Summer Breeze ManorTorrance · 1.7 mi · Small home
    $4,200Listed 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 24 small homes within 2 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.

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Where it is

2160 W. 236th Street, Torrance, CA 90501Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1Torrance Memorial Medical CenterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list1.4 mi

Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).

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The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #197607349 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents

20252 state visits · 2 documents

Oct 9, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Annual ContinuationReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation

On 10/09/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Regina Cloyd conducted an unannounced required – annual continuation inspection and met with House Manager Angelito Costa. The facility is licensed to serve six (6) non-ambulatory residents, in which six (6) may be bedridden. The facility has a hospice waiver approved for one terminally ill resident. The facility is a one-story house located in a residential neighborhood and consists of four (4) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff bedroom, three (3) bathrooms, kitchen, living room, family room, shaded patio and an attached garage. The facility is clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Annual fees are current. The House Manager accompanied LPA inside and outside the facility during this inspection. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, shower was free of mold/mildew, a non-skid mat was in place, and water temperature measured at 114.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Continue to LIC809-C. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards and doorways were free of obstruction. LPA toured the kitchen area and observed a two-day supply of perishable and a seven-day supply of non-perishable food. Knives and toxins were kept in locked storage cabinet. First Aid kit was available. One fire extinguisher, purchase September 11, 2025 was observed near the front door. House Manager tested the carbon monoxide detector and smoke detectors in the house. Both devices were functional. Fire Prevention Inspection was conducted on February 18, 2025. Five (5) staff records were reviewed and, five (5) out of five (5) staff records had required criminal record clearances or criminal record exemptions and first aid certificates. Three (3) resident records were reviewed and, three (3) out of three (3) resident records had medical assessments and pre-appraisal or reappraisals. Two residents’ medication was reviewed. No deficiencies are being cited. An exit interview was conducted, technical assistance provided, and a copy of this report was discussed and left with the House Manager Angelito Costa.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 9, 2025
Oct 3, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/03/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Regina Cloyd conducted an unannounced Required – Annual Inspection and met with House Manager Angelito Costa. During today's visit, LPA conducted a tour of the physical plant, reviewed five staff records, three resident records, two medications, and facility documents. Due to insufficient time, an annual continuation visit is required. An exit interview was conducted with and a copy of this report was provided to the House Manager Angelito Costa.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 3, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

Sep 19, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 09/19/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Regina Cloyd conducted an unannounced required – annual inspection and met with House Manager Angelito Costa. The facility is licensed to serve six (6) bedridden residents with a hospice waiver approved for one (1) terminally ill resident. The facility is an one-story house located in a residential neighborhood and consists of four (4) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff bedroom, three (3) bathrooms, kitchen, living room/TV room, dining room, shaded patio and a garage. The facility is clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Protective devices are in place, including non-slip mats and grab bars in all showers. The House Manager accompanied LPA inside and outside the facility during this inspection. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, shower was free of mold/mildew and a non-skid mat was in place. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Continue to LIC809-C. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. LPA toured the kitchen area and observed a two-day supply of perishable and a seven-day supply of non-perishable food. Knives and toxins were kept in locked storage cabinet. First Aid kit was available. One fire extinguisher, purchase September 2024, was observed near the front door. The House Manager tested the carbon monoxide detector and smoke detectors in the house. Both devices were functional. Four staff records were reviewed, 4 out of 4 staff records had required criminal record clearances or criminal record exemptions. Four resident records were reviewed and, 4 out of 4 resident records had medical assessments and needs and services plan. Two residents’ medication was reviewed. No deficiencies are being cited. An exit interview was conducted, technical assistance provided, and a copy of this report was discussed and left with the House Manager Angelito Costa.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 19, 2024
Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 2 documents

20231 state visit · 1 document

Sep 19, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 09/19/2023 at 1:00 PM, Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Ulysses Coronel and Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Regina Cloyd conducted an unannounced Required – Annual Inspection and met with Alice Galang, Administrator. Four (4) residents and two (2) staff were present during this inspection. Facility is licensed for elderly residents ages 60 years and older. Cleared to serve six (6) bedridden residents. Sprinklers installed. Hospice waiver granted for one (1) terminally ill resident. The Annual Licensing Fees are current. The home consists of 1 floor level with: four (4) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff bedroom, three (3) bathrooms, kitchen, living room/TV room, dining room, shaded patio and a garage. The house manager accompanied LPM and LPA inside and outside the facility during this inspection. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, shower was free of mold/mildew and a non-skid mat was in place, hot water temperature properly measured at 112F. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. LPA toured the kitchen area and observed a two-day supply of perishable and a seven-day supply of non-perishable food. Knives and toxics were kept in locked storage cabinet. First Aid kit was available. One fire extinguisher, last serviced September 26, 2022 was observed. LPA tested carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detector. Both devices were functional. 4 staff and 4 resident records were reviewed. 2 staff and 3 client interviews were conducted. Deficiencies are being cited based on LPA observation, interviews conducted and record review in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, see LIC809D. An exit interview was conducted, Plans of Corrections were reviewed and developed with the Licensee. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with Licensee.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 19, 2023

20221 state visit · 1 document

Jul 22, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 7/22/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lourdes Montoya conducted an unannounced annual required visit with a primary focus on Infection Control measures using the new CARE Inspection Tool. Upon arrival, LPA called the facility to conduct a risk assessment. LPA spoke with Licensee Alice Galang, who confirmed the facility is Covid-19 free. LPA met with House Manager Angelito Costa shortly after and explained the purpose of today's visit. Upon arrival at the facility, LPA met with Facility House Manager, Angelito Costa, who granted access and allowed LPA to enter the facility to conduct an annual inspection. Administrator Alice Galang joined the visit shortly after. The facility is licensed for elderly residents ages 60 and older, cleared for six (6) bedridden residents. Hospice waiver granted for one (1) terminally ill resident. There is one bedridden resident on today’s visit. The administrator’s certificate expires on 8/29/22. During the visit, LPA toured the facility with HM Angelito Costa. This facility consists of four (4) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff bedroom, three (3) bathrooms, kitchen, living room/TV room, dining room, shaded patio and a garage. Operable smoke detectors in bedrooms and hallways were observed. One carbon monoxide detector located near the main entrance door is operable. One fire extinguisher last serviced on 9/30/2021 located near the main entrance door. The last facility fire drill was on 6/6/2022. LPA observed the facility is clean, sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, and toxins were stored and not accessible to resident. The kitchen was inspected and there is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available. Report Continued in LIC 809-C There are no pools or bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms on the premises and other dangerous weapons. Potentially dangerous items are kept inaccessible to residents with dementia. Centrally stored medications are locked in a cabinet located in the kitchen. The first aid kit has all the required supplies. Toxic chemicals are locked in a cabinet in the kitchen. The facility has a written emergency disaster plan posted on the bulletin in the dining room. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. There are working lights or lamps in each room at the time of visit. There are grab bars for each toilet and shower used by residents. Showers have non-skid mats. During the visit, LPA observed the following to be in compliance: the facility's infection control practices; sanitizing stations in common areas and restrooms; every staff was wearing a face covering; the facility has a 30-day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). All mandated inspection control posters were posted. The facility has a Mitigation Plan Report approved by CCLD. According to California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8), LPA observed deficiencies and cited in LIC 9099D. A technical assistance was issued to licensee. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report and Appeal Rights were provided to Licensee Alice Galang.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 22, 2022

License holder

Jonalice, Inc., licensed since 2008.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2008, as the state’s facility page counts them
State visits on file
5
Total complaints
0
Substantiated allegations
0
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
0

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2008, 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 homeTypical
Type A citations00
Type B citations00
Substantiated allegations00
Total complaints00

“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

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An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Quick answers about J & A Compassionate Care II

Is J & A Compassionate Care II licensed?

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

How many residents is J & A Compassionate Care II licensed for?

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

Has J & A Compassionate Care II been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2008, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is J & A Compassionate Care II still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 12, 2026.

What does J & A Compassionate Care II cost?

$4,850 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,950–$6,000. 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 24 small homes within 2 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 39 other homes of a similar licensed size in Torrance that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $5,875 a month, and the middle figure is $5,500 (n = 39 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 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 J & A Compassionate Care II 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 Jonalice, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Torrance Memorial Medical Center is 1.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can J & A Compassionate Care II keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 1 resident, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

J & A Compassionate Care II license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “J & A COMPASSIONATE CARE II”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #197607349. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • Licensed to Jonalice, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2008, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 5 state inspection visits since 2008, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2008, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2008, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is October 9, 2025, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Type 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

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

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    Estimated starting rate

    $5,050 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $4,150–$6,250

    On 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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    Cabrillo Guest Home

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $5,000 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $4,100–$6,150

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
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    Torrance · 0.2 mi

    Golden Senior Assisted Living III

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $5,150 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $4,250–$6,350

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
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    Torrance · 0.2 mi

    JM Joy Home Care

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $5,200 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $4,250–$6,400

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
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    Torrance · 0.3 mi

    Family First Board and Care II

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $5,250 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $4,300–$6,450

    On 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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    Torrance · 0.4 mi

    Finest Living Guest Home II

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $5,050 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $4,150–$6,250

    On 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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