Small home · Licensed for 6 · Santa Clarita
Amara Loving Care
27020 Las Mananitas Drive, Santa Clarita, CA 91354Licensed since 2026
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Dementia · 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 6 residents
- Dementia
- Bedriddenup to 1 resident
Not on file: hospice 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. FIRE CLEARANCE APPROVED FOR SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS WHICH ONE (1) CAN BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #1. NO HOSPICE WAIVER REQUESTED.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026
As needs change
If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Amara Loving Care: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines and staying through hospice. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,750a month to start
Likely $3,850–$5,850
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$4,750likely a month
Starting monthly rate$4,750likely $3,850–$5,850
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 $3,850–$6,050
- $4,750
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,550–$9,250
- $7,250
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 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 · 0.3 mi · Small home$4,250Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Alaminos HomeSanta Clarita · 1.5 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Cedarcreek VillaSanta Clarita · 2.8 mi · Small home$5,100Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Caring VillaValencia · 2.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sara's Home Away From HomeValencia · 2.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Angel's Caring HomeValencia · 3.1 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Cedarcreek ManorSanta Clarita · 3.1 mi · Small home$4,800Listed on its own website · monthly · seen October 27, 2026
- A Humble AbodeValencia · 3.5 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Heart VillaNewhall · 4.6 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.
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.
The best way to see it is a visit.
Request a tourWhere it is
27020 Las Mananitas Drive, Santa Clarita, CA 91354Address 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 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 26, 2026 · License #197611022 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 2 of 2 documents
20262 state visits · 2 documents
Jul 28, 2026Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tuesday Cabiness conducted a PRE-LICENSING visit to the above address 27020 Las Mananitas Drive, Santa Clarita, CA 91354. LPA met with Administrator Steven Tatang. The inspection included, fire safety, personal accommodations, building and grounds, furniture/equipment, food service, and common areas. Fire Inspection was approved on March 05, 2026 which met fire department requirements for (3) shared rooms, which all rooms could have non-ambulatory residents; room # 1, is only allowed for (1) bedridden resident, which includes an exit door. Facility does not have hospice or dementia waiver at this time. Facility sketch, emergency disaster plan, complaint procedures, personal rights, emergency exit plan, and other required Licensing were visibly posted. The physical plant was toured inside and out with Administrator Steven. The facility is a one level home, with (3) shared bedrooms with (2) bathrooms; there is no staff room but there is an office. Food supply was inspected and observed, and storage areas, cabinets, pantries, cupboards, counters, and refrigerator were clean and appropriate for food preparation. Knives and medication were stored in cabinets located in the kitchen area. Appliances were clean and functional, and utensils, plates, and cups were in good repair. Cleaning supplies, poisons, toxins and chemicals were locked and stored under kitchen cabinet and garage area. There was enough supply of linens and towels, which were stored in a cabinet located in the hallway. Hygiene products are available. The common areas included the dining, living, bathroom, bedrooms, and staff office. Doors and passageways were clear and unobstructed. Walls, ceilings, floors, window screens and all other rooms were clean, in good repair, and appropriately furnished. Resident rooms observed to have a mattress with pad, sheets, pillow, bedspread, dresser, closet space, and chair.....(Cont'd on LIC809C) Bathrooms were clean had functional fixtures, with soap and towels, non-skid mats, grab bars in shower and by toilet. Water temperature measured at 111.5 degrees Fahrenheit. The back yard is completely fenced with a (2) exit gates easily accessible and unlocked. There are no swimming pools or other bodies of water, no visible hazards around the surrounding grounds. Patio furniture with covering available for resident's use. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were hardwired and operating correctly. Fire extinguisher is fully charged. Telephone installation is operating. First aid kit inspected. Staff and client files will be stored and locked in cabinet in the staff office. COMP III was completed and discussed during the visit. Exit interview conducted and copy of report provided to Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 28, 2026
Jun 23, 2026Facility evaluation reportOfficeReport on file
Type of visit: Office
COMPONENT II interview has been conducted and identification of the Applicants and Administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, Applicants and Administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicants and Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility Operation: License Type, Client/Resident Populations, and Program. 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing Requirements & Training 4. Personal Rights 5. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 6. General Provisions 7. Emergency Preparedness 8. Complaints & Reporting 9. Pre-licensing Facility Grounds Inspection and Operational Readiness Congratulations, you have successfully completed the COMPONENT II Interview.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 23, 2026
License holder
Ejf Care LLC, licensed since 2026.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2026, 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 2026, 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
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 Amara Loving Care
Is Amara Loving Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Amara Loving Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Amara Loving Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 2 state visits over the same years.
Is Amara Loving Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 12, 2026.
What does Amara Loving Care cost?
$4,750 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,850–$5,850. 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 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.
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 Amara Loving 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 Ejf Care LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is 3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Amara Loving Care keep a resident on hospice?
Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”
Amara Loving Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “AMARA LOVING CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of August 30, 2026.
- License #197611022. 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 Ejf Care LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 2 state inspection visits since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 2 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 28, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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Estimated starting rate
$5,100 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,200–$6,300On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Starting rate
$4,250 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
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,050 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,150–$6,200On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,800 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,950–$5,900On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,700 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,850–$5,800On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
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
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