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Be Happy, Be HomeLicense #197610220 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareBe Happy, Be HomeLicense #197610220 · 11035 Monogram Ave, Granada Hills, CA · (818) 400-1101Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
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Estimated starting rate$4,450/mo

Covelight estimate · likely $3,650–$5,500 · See costs

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Be Happy, Be Home

11035 Monogram Ave, Granada Hills, CA 91344 · Licensed since 2022

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Be Happy, Be Home

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$4,450 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $3,650–$5,500 See costs

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
  • Ways to pay: Medi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · October 1, 2026
  • Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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  • Wheelchairup to 5 residents
  • Dementia
  • Hospiceup to 6 residents
  • Bedridden

Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR FIVE (5) NON-AMBULATORY AND ONE (1) BEDRIDDEN. BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #3 ONLY. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR SIX (6).

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life

    State licensing record · October 26, 2026

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    State licensing record · October 26, 2026

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

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,450a month to start

Likely $3,650–$5,500

From 15 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$4,450likely a month
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$4,450likely $3,650–$5,500

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 15 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

    Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $3,650–$5,700
$4,450
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,300–$8,900
$6,950
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, 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 appears on the DHCS participation list, October 1, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. On the waiver, a resident on SSI/SSP pays the home $1,444.07 a month for 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 homes15 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,000 to $7,500

$3,000$7,500

EstimateLikely rangeA nearby home’s published starting rate

15 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,000–$6,250.

  • Alalik Care HomeGranada Hills · 0.5 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Balboa Senior LivingGranada Hills · 1.0 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Grant Serenity of Granada HillsGranada Hills · 1.1 mi · Small home
    $7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Aurora Home for SeniorsGranada Hills · 1.2 mi · Small home
    $3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
  • Alaga HomesNorthridge · 1.5 mi · Small home
    $6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Healthy Life Service FacilityNorth Hills · 2.2 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • California State Health GroupNorth Hills · 2.7 mi · Small home
    $3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Breath of SunshineNorth Hills · 3.5 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Breath of Sunshine PlusNorthridge · 3.8 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Breath of Sunshine HarmonyArleta · 4.0 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • A Paradise in the ValleyNorthridge · 4.3 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Agape Senior ResidenceChatsworth · 4.4 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • A Caring Touch Board and CareChatsworth · 4.7 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Lily of the ValleyNorthridge · 4.9 mi · Small home
    $3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Mom and Dads RetreatVan Nuys · 5.0 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed 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 15 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

  • Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
  • Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
  • Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
  • Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
  • We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
  • It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
  • The care level

    Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.

  • What is billed separately

    Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.

  • Move-in costs

    A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.

  • Increases

    California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.

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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

11035 Monogram Ave, Granada Hills, CA 91344Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1Providence Holy Cross Medical CenterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list1.9 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 #197610220 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 4 of 7 documents

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

20261 state visit · 1 document

Jan 8, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with the administrator, Lilit Stepanyan, and explained the reason for the visit. At approximately 9:45am, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. The facility is a one story building with a fire clearance approved for five (5) non-ambulatory, and one (1) bedridden, for a total capacity of six (6). Facility also has a hospice waiver approved for six (6). Required postings were observed in the entry area. The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are dual and connected. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. It was serviced November 26, 2025. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food sealed, dated and properly stored. Knives are stored in a locked drawer. Cleaning supplies, toxins an laundry detergent stored and locked underneath the kitchen sink. Bedrooms: There are three (3) bedrooms designated for residents' use. Bedrooms are shared, and were observed to be properly furnished with appropriate beddings and linens. Each bedrooms also has sufficient lighting. Bathrooms: There are two (2) bathrooms designated for residents' use. Both bathrooms were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was measured between 107 and 109 degrees Fahrenheit. No cleaning supplies were observed accessible in the bathrooms. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The living room is furnished with appropriate seating, couch, chair, and television. The dining room table is large enough to seat up to six (6) individuals. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Furniture is in good repair. Floors were mopped and clean. Passageways were clear of any obstruction. Staff Office/Workstation: No designated staff office. Laundry Area: The laundry area is located in the hallway by resident rooms. Staff supervision present, as laundry was being done during the visit. Detergents and cleaning supplies were not present, nor accessible. Garage: Facility does not have a garage. Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. There was furniture appropriate for outdoor use. There is sufficient outdoor space to hold activities if the weather permits. Resident Files: Resident files maintained in the locked medication cabinet, located in the kitchen. LPA conducted a file review of resident records to insure compliance of licensing forms. Staff Files: Staff files are also kept in the medication cabinet, along with resident files. LPA conducted a file review of staff records to insure compliance. Medications: Medications are kept in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. Medication and Medication Records were reviewed for proper storage and documentation. Complete first kit and manual also maintained in the medication cabinet. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit Interview Conducted and a Copy of the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 8, 2026

20251 state visit · 2 documents

Jan 24, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff do not provide enough food for residents Staff are not meeting residents needs

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) conducted a complaint visit to the facility to investigate the above allegations. LPA met with the administrator, Lilit Stepanyan, and advised her of the allegations. This complaint investigation was made in conjunction with a Required Annual Inspection. Investigation consisted of interviews with administrator, staff and residents. A physical plant inspection was also made to insure the health and safety of the residents in care. Staff do not provide enough food for residents: In regards to the allegation, it was reported that the residents complain of food shortages. No witnesses were identified to confirm the allegation. Interviews made with six (6) of six residents do not corroborate with the allegation. LPA conducted a physical plant inspection to insure a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable foods are maintained. Based on the information obtained, it could not be pfoven that staff do not provide enough food for the residents. Therefore, the allegation is deemed Unsubstantiaed at this time. Unsubstantiated Staff are not meeting residents needs: In regards to the allegation, it was reported that staff are not attending residents accordingly and neglecting the residents. It was also reported that there are shortages of beds and insufficient space. No witnesses were identified to confirm the allegation. Interviews made with six (6) of six residents do not corroborate with the allegation. LPA conducted a physical plant inspection and observed three (3) bedrooms designated for residents' use. Bedrooms are shared, and were observed to be properly furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting. Moreover, there is sufficient indoor and outdoor space to hold activities. The facility is a one story building with a fire clearance approved for five (5) non-ambulatory, and one (1) bedridden, for a total capacity of six (6). Based on the information obtained, it could not be proven that staff are not meeting the residents needs. Therefore, the allegation is deemed Unsubstantiated at this time.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 24, 2025 · control 31-AS-20250117152824
Jan 24, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

In conjunction with a complaint investigation (control #31-AS-20250117152824), Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with the administrator, Lilit Stepanyan, and explained the reason for the visit. At approximately 9:45am, with the assistance of the administrator, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. The facility is a one story building with a fire clearance approved for five (5) non-ambulatory, and one (1) bedridden, for a total capacity of six (6). Facility also has a hospice waiver approved for six (6). Required postings were observed in the entry area. The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are dual and connected. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. It was serviced December 16, 2024 Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food at the facility; properly stored. The facility also maintains a supply of non-perishable items in an outside storage area. Knives are stored in a locked drawer. Properly labeled medications were locked in one of the kitchen cabinets. Bedrooms: There are three (3) bedrooms designated for residents' use. Bedrooms are shared, and were observed to be properly furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting. Bathrooms: There are two (2) bathrooms designated for residents' use. Both bathrooms were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was measured at 111 degrees Fahrenheit. No cleaning supplies were observed accessible in the bathrooms. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The living room is furnished with a couch, chair, side tables and television. The dining room table is large enough to seat up to six individuals. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Staff Office/Workstation: No designated staff office. Laundry Area: The laundry area is located in the hallway by resident rooms. Staff supervision present, as laundry was being done during the visit. Detergents and cleaning supplies were not present, nor accessible. Garage: Facility does not have a garage. Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. There was furniture appropriate for outdoor use. There is sufficient outdoor space to hold activities if the weather permits. Resident Files: Resident files maintained in the locked medication cabinet, located in the kitchen. LPA conducted a file review of resident records to insure compliance of licensing forms. Staff Files: Staff files are also kept in the medication cabinet, along with resident files. LPA conducted a file review of staff records to insure compliance. Medications: Medications are kept in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. Medication and Medication Records were reviewed for proper storage and documentation. Complete first kit and manual also maintained in the medication cabinet. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit Interview Conducted and a Copy of the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 24, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

Jan 17, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with the administrator, Lilit Stepanyan, and explained the reason for the visit. At 11:37am, with the assistance of the administrator, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. The facility is a one story building with a fire clearance approved for four (4) ambulatory, two (2) non-ambulatory, of which one may be bedridden. Facility also has a hospice waiver approved for six (6). Required postings were observed in the entry area. The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are functional. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. It was purchased on June 1, 2023. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food at the facility; properly stored. The facility also maintains a supply of non-perishable items in an outside storage area. Knives are stored in a locked drawer. Properly labeled medications were locked in one of the kitchen cabinets. Bedrooms: There are three (3) bedrooms designated for residents' use. Bedrooms are shared, and were observed to be properly furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting. Bathrooms: There are two (2) bathrooms designated for residents' use. Both bathrooms were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was measured at 105 degrees Fahrenheit. No cleaning supplies were observed accessible in the bathrooms. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The common areas were properly furnished. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. There was furniture appropriate for outdoor use. The outdoor area was free of hazards. The laundry area is located in the hallway, by resident rooms. No detergents or cleaning supplies were observed accessible to the residents at the time of the inspection. Resident Files: LPA conducted a file review of resident records to insure compliance of licensing forms. Staff Files: LPA also conducted a file review of staff records to insure compliance. Medications: Medication and Medication Records were review for proper documentation. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit Interview Conducted and a Copy of the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 17, 2024
Earlier years2021 to 2023 · 3 documents

20231 state visit · 1 document

Mar 28, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with the administrator, Lilit Stepanyan, and explained the reason for the visit. At 11:15am, with the assistance of the administrator, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. The facility is a one story building with a fire clearance approved for four (4) ambulatory, two (2) non-ambulatory, of which one may be bedridden. Facility also has a hospice waiver approved for six (6). Required postings were observed in the entry area. The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are functional. There are two fire extinguishers located in the kitchen and laundry area. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food at the facility; properly stored. The facility also maintains a supply of non-perishable items in an outside storage area. Knives are stored in a locked drawer. Properly labeled medications were locked in one of the kitchen cabinets. Bedrooms: There are three (3) bedrooms designated for residents' use. Bedrooms are shared, and were observed to be properly furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting. Bathrooms: There are two (2) bathrooms designated for residents' use. Both bathrooms were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was measured at 116 degrees Fahrenheit. No cleaning supplies were observed accessible in the bathrooms Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The common areas were properly furnished. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. There was furniture appropriate for outdoor use. The outdoor area was free of hazards. The laundry area is located in the hallway, by resident rooms. No detergents or cleaning supplies were observed. Resident Files: LPA conducted a file review of resident records to insure compliance of licensing forms. Staff Files: LPA also conducted a file review of staff records to insure forms and training are up to date and compliance with licensing forms. Medications: Medication and Medication Records were review for proper documentation. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit Interview Conducted and a Copy of the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 28, 2023

20221 state visit · 1 document

Jan 12, 2022Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Patrick Shanahan conducted an announced Pre-Licensing visit to this facility and met with administrator, Lilit Stepanyan. Visit and Component III were conducted on this date. LPA Shanahan conducted an in person tour of the facility and utilized the RCFE Pre-licensing Inspection tool to review all eleven inspection domains. All smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and function properly. The fire extinguisher appeared new and functional. This home is technically an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. No deficiencies or concerns were observed. This report will be sent to Centralized Application Bureau (CAB). You will be notified by the CAB Analyst when the license has been approved. You are not allowed to begin operating until you have been notified that your license has been approved by the CAB Analyst. Failure to comply could affect approval of your license.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 12, 2022

20211 state visit · 1 document

Oct 7, 2021Facility evaluation reportCase Management - OtherReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA's) Yelena Avetisyan and Nicholas Reed conducted an unannounced case management visit to this facility. On 08/26/2021 an allegation of unlicensed care was substantiated at this locations at which time A NOTICE OF OPERATION IN VIOLATION OF LAW (NOVL) was issued to the operator Lilit Stepanyan. (Complaint Control # 31-NP-20210817121840) Upon arrival LPA's met with staff Belinda Sabando . Staff contacted operator Lilit Stepanyan via telephone. Operator arrived shortly after. LPA's conducted a tour of the facility and confirmed that the home continues to provide care and supervision to the 2 residents who were identified as requiring and receiving care at this facility. While conducting the tour LPA's observed the home to be clean and have sufficient food supply. At approximately 12:20 pm to 1:20 pm LPA's conducted interview with the operator regarding 3 individuals who were identified previously residents of this home. An application for RCFE license for this location; "Be Home, Be Home" was submitted by the operator and is currently pending. LPA's reminded the operator Lilit Stepanyan that no new residents shall be admitted at this time (pending licensure status). LPA's also reminded the operator Lilit Stepanyan that a Notice of Operation in Violation of Law was served to her at the time of complaint investigation and that continued operation pending process of application is a violation of law, subject to civil penalties under Health and Safety Code Section 1547, 1568.0821, 1569.485, or 1596.893 b, and applicable regulations, as well as other actions by the Department. Exit interview conducted and copy of report emailed to the operator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 7, 2021

6 of 6 beds were occupied at the January 24, 2025 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.

License holder

Be Happy, Be Home Inc., licensed since 2022.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2022, 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 2022, 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 complaints10

“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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Quick answers about Be Happy, Be Home

Is Be Happy, Be Home licensed?

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

How many residents is Be Happy, Be Home licensed for?

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

Has Be Happy, Be Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Be Happy, Be Home still open?

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

What does Be Happy, Be Home cost?

$4,450 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,650–$5,500. 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 15 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.

Does Be Happy, Be Home take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, October 1, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Be Happy, Be Home Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Providence Holy Cross Medical Center is 1.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Be Happy, Be Home keep a resident on hospice?

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

Be Happy, Be Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “BE HAPPY, BE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #197610220. 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 Be Happy, Be Home Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is January 8, 2026, 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) ↗

See the state’s own record

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