Small home · Licensed for 6 · Newhall
Happy Place Elder Care
23609 Daisetta Dr, Newhall, CA 91321Licensed since 2021
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Wheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · October 27, 2026
- Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record
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Care and support
- Wheelchairup to 6 residents
- Hospiceup to 4 residents
Not on file: dementia and bedridden approvals.
Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 27, 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. SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR FOUR (4).
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · October 27, 2026
Care services
These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.
Help with bathing or showering
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Incontinence care
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Help with dressing and grooming
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Activities of daily living the home lists help withBathing · Dressing · Continence care · Taking prescribed and over the counter medications
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Registered nurse on staff
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
LVN on staff
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Nurse coverageSix days a week
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
As needs change
Medicines
Level of medication service: assistance with self administration
happyplaceeldercare.com · October 5, 2026
Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 27, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Happy Place Elder Care: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,900a month to start
Likely $4,000–$6,000
From 20 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$4,900likely a month
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$4,900likely $4,000–$6,000
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 20 small homes within 10 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 $4,000–$6,200
- $4,900
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,700–$9,400
- $7,400
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.
Rates at nearby homes20 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,000 to $7,500
20 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$5,000.
- Golden Heart VillaNewhall · 1.0 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- A Humble AbodeValencia · 1.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Angel's Caring HomeValencia · 2.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sara's Home Away From HomeValencia · 2.3 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- A Caring VillaValencia · 2.4 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Ark's VillaValencia · 4.9 mi · Small home$4,250Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Cedarcreek VillaSanta Clarita · 5.4 mi · Small home$5,100Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Cedarcreek ManorSanta Clarita · 5.4 mi · Small home$4,800Listed on its own website · monthly · seen October 27, 2026
- Alaminos HomeSanta Clarita · 6.1 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Balboa Senior LivingGranada Hills · 6.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Aurora Home for SeniorsGranada Hills · 6.3 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity of Granada HillsGranada Hills · 6.9 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Alalik Care HomeGranada Hills · 7.2 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- A Caring Touch Board and CareChatsworth · 7.4 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape Senior ResidenceChatsworth · 8.1 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Cromwell HomeVal Verde · 8.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Alaga HomesNorthridge · 8.5 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Healthy Life Service FacilityNorth Hills · 9.4 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Lily of the ValleyNorthridge · 9.5 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- California State Health GroupNorth Hills · 9.8 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 20 small homes within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Rooms, meals, activities and house rules, in the home’s own words. Open any detail to see where it came from.
Meals, preferences & familiar food (4)Who does the cooking · Meals are cooked in the home's own kitchen · Snacks available
Who does the cookingIn house cook
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Meals are cooked in the home's own kitchen
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Snacks available
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Meals provided
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Activities & the rhythm of a day (1)Activity types offered
Activity types offeredActivities that promote social interaction · Activities that cultivate leisure interests · Activities that develop and maintain strength · Promote social interaction · Cultivate leisure interests · Develop and maintain strength
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Visiting & staying involved (2)Contact form · URL of the photo gallery page
- Open on the website
Contact form
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
- Open on the website
URL of the photo gallery page
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
About the home (1)Brand or trade name
Brand or trade nameHappy Place Elder Care
Reported on happyplaceeldercare.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Where it is
23609 Daisetta Dr, Newhall, CA 91321Address from the public record · October 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
Opening the neighborhood map…
- Henry Mayo Newhall HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list2.4 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).
Open directionsThe state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 27, 2026 · License #197610100 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents
20261 state visit · 1 document
Mar 23, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tuesday Cabiness conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA was greeted by caregiver Lirio Imperio and informed her the reason of the visit. Administrator Herman Javier was contacted and also explained the reason for the visit, who arrived during the annual inspection. A tour of the physical plant was conducted: The facility has seven (7) bedrooms, with (1) room for staff, and and three (3) bathrooms. Physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, floors and floor coverings, and doors were checked, and observed to be clean. Living and dining room furniture were also checked. The living room is neat and clean along with dining. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature. The smoke detectors are hardwired and inter connected and observed to be operational. The fire extinguisher was located in the kitchen and observed to be filled and current. Residents rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate linens and bedding. There is sufficient amounts of personal hygiene product which is provided by the licensee. Food Service/Kitchen area was sufficiently stocked with two (2) days perishable and seven (7) days non-perishable food. Frozen foods are properly wrapped and stored appropriately. Food storage and preparation areas are clean. Cleaning supplies including detergents and pesticides and other toxins are stored in garage. Knives and sharps are observed to be kept in a locked drawer in the kitchen. The backyard of the facility has outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for clients. The front and backyard passageways were clear of any obstruction. No bodies of water or swimming pool, which has been cemented and covered up. The garage is also used as a stock room for emergency foods and PPE and laundry area. The bathrooms were checked for cleanliness and proper operation. LPA observed the appropriate grab bars for each toilet, bathtub and shower. The hot water temperature measured at a range of 110.7°F degrees. There is enough clean linen available. Medications: LPA observed the medication cabinet to be locked and inaccessible to residents. Medications are listed on the centrally stored medication and destruction record. First aids kits have complete tools and supplies. Client records: Client records are reviewed, Residents 1-3, were missing needs and service plans, and R1 & R3 missing pre-admission appraisals. R2 did not have a complete medical assessment. Staff records: LPA conducted a complete file review of staff record. Staff #1 & 2 were missing first aid/CPR training certificates and yearly training. LPA observed current training for 2026. Disaster drill was last conducted on November 2025. Citations issued, appeal rights, exit interview and copy of report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 23, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Feb 18, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tuesday Cabiness conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA arrived at the facility and was allowed to enter Marie Orillo. She was informed the reason of the visit. LPA observed another staff on duty. The Administrator Herman Javier was contacted and arrived later during the visit. A physical plant inspection was conducted with caregivers. LPA observed the front entrance, as a screening area, with sign in sheet, infrared thermometer, hand sanitizer, gloves and masks are available. Signs to wear a mask was posted on the facility front door. The following was observed during the physical plant inspection: The facility has seven (7) bedrooms and three (3) bathrooms. One (1) bedroom is designated for staff use. The facility is fire cleared for six (6) non-ambulatory and a hospice waiver for four (4). Physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, floors and floor coverings, and doors were checked, and clean in good repair. The following was noted: Living and dining room furniture were also checked. The living room is neat and clean along with dining The smoke detectors are hardwired and inter connected and observed to be operational. The facility is equipped with sprinkler system. The fire extinguisher was located in the kitchen and observed to be filled and current. The Clients' rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate furniture and lighting system. Clients have sufficient amounts of personal hygiene product which is provided by the licensee. Food Service/Kitchen: LPA observed the food to not be sufficiently stocked with (2) days perishable and (7) days non-perishable food. LPA was informed groceries would be brought today. The freezer did not have a sufficient supply of frozen foods, or meat. Food was observed to be wrapped and stored appropriately. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and inaccessible to pests. Cleaning supplies including detergents and pesticides and other toxins are stored in garage. Knives, sharps, and medication are observed to be kept in a locked drawer and cabinets. The backyard of the facility has outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for clients. The front and backyard passageways were clear of any obstruction. The swimming pool is appropriately fenced and was observed to be locked during visit. The garage is attached to the home and was locked and inaccessible to residents during the visit. The garage is also used as a stock room for emergency foods and PPE and laundry area. The bathrooms were checked for cleanliness and proper operation. LPA observed the appropriate grab bars for each toilet, bathtub and shower. The hot water temperature measured at 119.5 F. There is enough clean linen available in stock at the linen cabinet. Medications: LPA observed the medication cabinet to be locked and inaccessible to residents. Medications are listed on the centrally stored medication and destruction record; no errors noted. First aids kits have complete tools and supplies. Client records: Client records are reviewed. Staff records: LPA conducted a complete file review of staff record. Staff #1 (S1) has no fingerprint clearance. Citation issued, appeal rights, Exit interview conducted and copy of this report issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 18, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jan 7, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gary Tan met with the Administrator Herman Javier for a One (1) Year Required visit for this facility. LPA explained the reason for the visit. At 9:01 AM, A tour of the physical plant was conducted at 10:30am and the following was noted: There is only one entrance being utilized at the facility, there are required posters posted at the main door. Screening area is located immediately upon entrance. Sign in sheet, infrared thermometer, hand sanitizer, gloves and masks are available. Signs to wear a mask and other COVID 19 prevention protocol signs were posted outside the doors. Hand washing, coughing etiquette, physical distancing and other necessary signs were posted in the bathroom and all over the facility. The facility has a designated outdoor visitors' area located in the backyard. The facility has sufficient stock of PPE in a storage cabinet located in the hallway. The facility has seven (7) bedrooms and three (3) bathrooms. One (1) bedroom is designated for staff use. The facility is fire cleared for six (6) non-ambulatory and a hospice waiver for four (4). Physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, floors and floor coverings, and doors were checked, the following was noted: Living and dining room furniture were also checked. The living room is neat and clean along with dining The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 74°F. The smoke detectors are hardwired and inter connected and observed to be operational. The facility is equipped with sprinkler system. The fire extinguisher was located in the kitchen and observed to be filled and current. The Clients' rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate furniture and lighting system. Clients have sufficient amounts of personal hygiene product which is provided by the licensee. (continued to LIC 809-C) (continued from LIC 809) Food Service/Kitchen area was sufficiently stocked with two (2) days perishable and seven (7) days non-perishable food. Frozen foods are properly wrapped and stored appropriately. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and inaccessible to pests. Cleaning supplies including detergents and pesticides and other toxins are stored in garage. Knives and sharps are observed to be kept in a locked drawer in the kitchen. The backyard of the facility has outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for clients. The front and backyard passageways were clear of any obstruction. The swimming pool is appropriately fenced and was observed to be locked during visit. The garage is attached to the home and was locked and inaccessible to residents during the visit. The garage is also used as a stock room for emergency foods and PPE and laundry area. The bathrooms were checked for cleanliness and proper operation. LPA observed the appropriate grab bars for each toilet, bathtub and shower. The hot water temperature measured at a range of 112.5°F to 118.9°F. Towels and washcloths are not shared. There is enough clean linen available in stock at the linen cabinet. Medications: LPA observed the medication cabinet to be locked and inaccessible to residents. Medications are listed on the centrally stored medication and destruction record. First aids kits have complete tools and supplies. Client records: Client records are reviewed. Three (3) out of six (6) residents had no physician's report on file. Staff records: LPA conducted a complete file review of staff record. Staff #1 (S1) has no fingerprint clearance. Two (2) staff had no first aid training certificate on file. Disaster drill was last conducted on 10/19/2023. Required posting are observed to be complete and current and displayed properly at the facility. Citation issued. Civil penalty assessed. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 7, 2024
Earlier years2021 · 3 documents
20212 state visits · 3 documents
Dec 7, 2021Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff provided resident medication without a prescription
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Abeye Duguma conducted subsequent complaint visit to the facility. LPA met with the Administrator Herman Javier and explained the purpose of this visit. It was alleged that amphetamine was found in patient's laboratory result and that someone "must've slipped it in on Wednesday or Thursday'' (11/02/2021 or 11/03/2021). During this investigation, on 11/10/2021 at 11:30am, LPA interviewed the Administrator who had prior knowledge of the issue. The Administrator tested facility staff and the results were all negative. Administrator requested re-testing of resident #1 (R1), but later learned that R1’s system was flushed, and any re-testing attempts would be futile. On 12/07/2021 at 3:30pm, LPA interviewed R1 and R1 had no knowledge of how amphetamine got in their system. On 12/07/2021 at 04:00pm, LPA interviewed other parties involved in R1’s care and supervision, and no one notice anything out of the ordinary or recognized R1 exhibiting any odd behavior. On 12/07/2021 at 4:30pm, LPA spoke with former staff, who stated that they have no idea how R1 tested positive for amphetamine and did not observe any odd behavior from staff, residents or visitors. (CONT. on LIC9099-C) Unsubstantiated On 11/24/2021 at 10:00am, LPA conducted a record review of medication records of all residents, including R1, and noted that none of the medications consumed by the residents contained amphetamine. Based on interviews and record reviews, there is not enough supporting information to verify the allegation. Therefore, the allegation is unsubstantiated at this time.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 7, 2021 · control 31-AS-20211109122421
Dec 7, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Abeye Duguma met with the Administrator Herman Javier for a One (1) Year Required - Infection Control visit for this facility. LPA explained the reason for the visit. A tour of the physical plant was conducted at 10:30am and the following was noted: There is one entrance being utilized at the facility, there are required posters posted at the main door. Screening area is located immediately upon entrance. Sign in sheet, infrared thermometer, hand sanitizer, gloves and masks are available. LPA was screened upon entry. All staff were observed to be wearing mask upon entrance and during the visit. Signs to wear a mask and other COVID 19 prevention protocol signs were posted outside the doors. Hand washing, coughing etiquette, physical distancing and other necessary signs were posted in the bathroom and all over the facility. The facility has a designated outdoor visitors' area located in the backyard. The facility has sufficient stock of PPE in a storage cabinet located in the hallway. The facility has seven (07) bedrooms total of which six (06) are used for residents and three (03) bathrooms for both residents and staff. The facility is fire cleared for six (06) non-ambulatory and a hospice waiver for four (04). The facility is currently occupying five (05) ambulatory residents and one (01) non-ambulatory resident. The backyard of the facility has outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for clients. The facility has a swimming pool with a locked gate. The garage is currently being used as laundry/storage room. Laundry detergents, cleaning agents and other toxins are stored in a locked cabinet in the garage. Kitchen area was sufficiently stocked with two (2) days perishable and seven (7) days non-perishable food. Frozen foods are properly wrapped and stored appropriately. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and inaccessible to pests. (continued on LIC 809-C) Knives and sharps are observed to be locked in a kitchen drawer inaccessible to residents. Living and dining room furniture were also checked. The living room is neat and clean along with the dining room. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 72°F. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are hardwired, interconnected and observed to be operational. Fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen and observed to be purchased 10/2020. Staff room was observed to be locked and located near the kitchen area. No medications are observed in the staff room. The Clients' rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate furniture and lighting system. Hallways/passageways are well lit. Clients have enough personal hygiene product, some of which are provided by the licensee. The bathroom was checked for cleanliness and proper operations. The hot water temperature was measured at 118.9°F. Towels and washcloths are not shared. There was enough clean linen available in the hallway cabinet. Medications: LPA observed medication cabinet to be locked and inaccessible to residents, located in the hallway cabinet near the kitchen area. There is a complete first aid kit located inside the cabinet at the end of the hallway. Exit interview conducted. Copy of this report issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 7, 2021
Jan 12, 2021Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gary Tan conducted an announced virtual Pre Licensing tele visit to this facility and met with applicant Herman Javier . The applicant is "HP Javier LLC". Fire Clearance dated 11/09/2020 was received for six (6) non-ambulatory residents. Purpose of today’s visit is to inspect the facility to ensure that the facility is in compliance with the rules and regulations of California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. The facility is a one (1) storey building. Today's site visit consisted of LPA touring the physical plant inside and outside and observed the following: The facility smoke alarm system is hard wired and interconnected. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen observed to be fully charged and was last bought on 10/28/2020. Carbon Monoxide detectors were observed in hallways. Both fire alarm and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and observed to be operational, the facility is equipped with fire sprinklers. Hot water was tested in the common bathrooms and measured at a range of 115.1 °F to 118.4°F. There is a functioning telephone on the premises. An emergency exit plan/sketch is posted on the hallway wall with other posting requirements. There are six (6) resident bedrooms, all private. Resident bedrooms were observed to be appropriately furnished. The common areas (living room, kitchen and dining areas) were appropriately furnished and lighting was adequate. The living room has a television and comfortable furniture. Resident and staff records is stored in a locked cabinet near the kitchen area. Medications are also stored in the same locked cabinet with the records. The first aid kit is readily available. There are three (3) bathrooms in the facility. One (1) bathroom is designated for staff use only and the common bathroom has non-skid mat and appropriate grab bars installed. (continued on LIC 809-C) (continued from LIC 809) The kitchen knives are stored in a locked drawer in the kitchen. Kitchen cleaning supplies are stored in a locked cabinet under the kitchen sink. Laundry detergents, cleaning supplies and other toxins are stored in the locked garage. The laundry area is located in the garage. The necessary precautions have been made to the facility to safely house dementia residents such as auditory alarms on all doors and locked areas for centrally stored medications. Facility appears to be clean and in good repair. Appliances in the kitchen appeared to be functional. There is a sitting area in the backyard for residents to conduct outdoor activities. The backyard is fenced. The garage is attached and was observed to be locked. The swimming pool is appropriately fenced and was observed to be locked. Component III was conducted to the administrator. Facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations at this time. This report will be forwarded to the Centralized Application Bureau (CAB). You will be notified by the CAB Analyst when your license has been approved. A telephonic exit interview was conducted with Licensee Representative Herman Javier and a hard copy was provided via email for signature.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 12, 2021
5 of 6 beds were occupied at the December 7, 2021 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.
License holder
Hp Javier LLC, licensed since 2021.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2021, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 6
- Total complaints
- 1
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
- Type A citations
- 0
- Type B citations
- 0
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2021, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Compare with homes the same size
| This home | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Type A citations | 0 | 0 |
| Type B citations | 0 | 0 |
| Substantiated allegations | 0 | 0 |
| Total complaints | 1 | 0 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Happy Place Elder Care
Is Happy Place Elder Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
How many residents is Happy Place Elder Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
Has Happy Place Elder Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2021, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Happy Place Elder Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 12, 2026.
What does Happy Place Elder Care cost?
$4,900 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,000–$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 20 small homes within 10 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 232 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,151 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 232 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 Happy Place Elder Care 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 Hp Javier LLC, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is 2.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Happy Place Elder Care keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
Happy Place Elder Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “HAPPY PLACE ELDER CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #197610100. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Hp Javier LLC, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2021, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2021, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2021, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2021, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is March 23, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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Starting rate
$3,500 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
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Starting rate
$4,495 a month to start
Listed by the home on its own website · October 27, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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Estimated starting rate
$4,850 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,000–$6,000On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,900 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,000–$6,050On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,500 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,700–$5,550On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
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Estimated starting rate
$5,000 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,100–$6,150On 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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