Small home · Licensed for 6 · Santa Clarita

Afmc Diamond Care

27215 Barada Avenue, Santa Clarita, CA 91350Licensed since 2024

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$5,000 a month

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

No openings reported

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

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Care and support

Wheelchairup to 2 residents
Hospiceup to 6 residents
Bedridden

Not on file: dementia approval.

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 ONE (1) AMBULATORY IN ROOM 1, ONE (1) BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM 2, TWO (2) NON-AMBULATORY IN ROOM 3 AND TWO (2) AMBULATORY IN ROOM 4. HOSPICE WAIVER GRANTED FOR SIX (6). NO DEMENTIA.

935 - ELDERLY

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

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Afmc Diamond Care: 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

$5,000a month to start

Likely $4,100–$6,150

From 9 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$5,000likely 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$5,000likely $4,100–$6,150
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 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 $4,100–$6,300: $5,000
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,800–$9,500: $7,500

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 homes9 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,500 to $5,100

9 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$5,050.

Ark's VillaValencia · 0.7 mi · Small home
$4,250Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Alaminos HomeSanta Clarita · 0.9 mi · Small home
$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Cedarcreek VillaSanta Clarita · 2.1 mi · Small home
$5,100Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Cedarcreek ManorSanta Clarita · 2.4 mi · Small home
$4,800Listed on its own website · monthly · seen October 27, 2026
A Caring VillaValencia · 3.0 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Sara's Home Away From HomeValencia · 3.2 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
Angel's Caring HomeValencia · 3.3 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
A Humble AbodeValencia · 3.8 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Golden Heart VillaNewhall · 4.9 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed 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 9 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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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

27215 Barada Avenue, Santa Clarita, CA 91350Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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Henry Mayo Newhall HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list3.3 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 #197610538 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 2 of 2 documents

20251 state visit · 1 document

Jul 17, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Abeye Duguma met with Avelino Fernando for a Required One (01) Year visit. LPA explained the reason for the visit. A tour of the physical plant was conducted at around 01:30 PM and the following was noted: There is one entrance being utilized at the facility. The facility has a total of four (04) bedrooms and two (02) bathrooms. The facility is fire cleared for three (03) ambulatory, two (02) non-ambulatory and one (01) bedridden. The facility is not currently occupying residents. The facility has outdoor furniture with a covered shaded area for residents and visitors. The facility does not have a swimming pool/body of water. The garage is currently being used for storage. Laundry detergents, cleaning agents and other toxins are locked away. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and inaccessible to pests. Facility has a place for knives and sharps to be locked away. The living and dining room are neat and clean. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 75°F. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are hardwired, interconnected and observed to be operational. Fire extinguisher is located near the kitchen and common area, observed to be fully charged and last purchased 04/24/2025. (continued on LIC 809-C) The residents' rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate lighting system. Hallways are well lit. Residents have enough personal hygiene product provided by the licensee. The bathroom was checked for cleanliness and proper operations. The hot water temperature was measured at 115.2°F. Towels and washcloths are not shared. There was enough clean linen available in the cabinets. LPA observed medication to be locked and inaccessible to residents. Facility maintains a complete first aid kit. No health and safety hazards noted during the visit. Exit interview conducted. Copy of this report issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 17, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

Jul 11, 2024Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Abeye Duguma conducted an announced Pre-licensing visit at around 09:30 AM and met with administrator, Avelino Fernando. LPA conducted an entrance interview with the Administrator. At the time of this visit LPA observed two (02) staff working in the facility. With the assistance of the Administrator, LPA conducted a facility tour of both the inside and outside. The facility was inspected for Fire Safety, Personal Accommodations and Services, Medication Procedures and Food Service. This is a single-story property. Fire Clearance is approved for six (06) ambulatory. Facility has four (04) bedrooms and two (02) bathrooms for residents. Two (02) out of four (04) bedrooms are semiprivate rooms. Resident bathroom has properly installed grab bars and shower has non-skid mats. Hot water temperature measured at 118.2ºF during the visit. All residents’ bedrooms were adequately furnished. The linens were stored in the storage space located at the end of the hallway. Towels and washcloths will not be shared. The common areas were appropriately furnished and had adequate furniture. The LPA observed entertainment equipment and games for activities. The staff records were stored in a file cabinet located in the hallway. The first-aid kit is complete. The facility has adequate linen, water, perishable and nonperishable food supplies. The linens were stored in the storage space located in the hallway closet. LPA observed a fireplace with screen. LPA inspected the kitchen and observed the stove and refrigerator to be clean and working. Facility had sufficient quantity and variety of perishable and nonperishable food supply. Nonperishable food was stored in the kitchen cabinets near the sink. Sharps are stored in a locked cabinet. (CONT on LIC 809-C) The facility's smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were checked and observed to be functioning properly. There is a fully charged fire extinguishers located in the common area near the kitchen and observed to be purchased 12/10/2023. LPA advised the Administrator to retain the receipt of the fire extinguisher identifying the purchase date to ensure the time frame of annual inspection. LPA Duguma observed a washer and dryer in the mud room adjacent to the garage. All chemicals, additional personal hygiene items were stored in the garage. There is sufficient outdoor space with seating and a shaded area with proper furniture for outdoor use. There are no bodies of water on the premises. At the time of this visit the physical plant is meeting Title 22 requirements. Component III orientation was completed with the LPA during the visit. No health and safety hazard were noted during this visit. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of report was issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 11, 2024

License holder

Afmc Diamond Care, Inc., licensed since 2024.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2024, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 2
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 2024, 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	0	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

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 Afmc Diamond Care

Is Afmc Diamond Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Afmc Diamond Care licensed for?

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

Has Afmc Diamond Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 2 state visits over the same years.

Is Afmc Diamond Care still open?

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

What does Afmc Diamond Care cost?

$5,000 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,100–$6,150. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

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 Afmc Diamond 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 Afmc Diamond Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is 3.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Afmc Diamond Care 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.