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Cerritos Residence CareLicense #198602974 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareCerritos Residence CareLicense #198602974 · 20111 Gridley Rd, Cerritos, CA · (562) 809-3453Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
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Starting rate$4,500/mo

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Small home · Licensed for 6 · Cerritos

Cerritos Residence Care

20111 Gridley Rd, Cerritos, CA 90703 · Licensed since 2018

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Cerritos Residence Care

Overview

Starting rate

$4,500 a month

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 See costs

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: Wheelchair · 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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Care and support

  • Wheelchairup to 6 residents
  • Hospiceup to 6 residents
  • Bedriddenup to 1 resident

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. 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6.

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 Cerritos Residence 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

This home’s starting rate

$4,500a month to start

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$4,500likely a month
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room

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

  • Starting monthly rate$4,500this home

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

  • 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 $4,500–$5,100
$4,500
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,500–$8,650
$7,000
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 homes10 nearby homes publish starting rates of $4,000 to $6,500

$4,000$6,500

This homeA nearby home’s published starting rate

10 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$4,700.

  • Grace Blossom CareLakewood · 0.2 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • A Faithful Home of CerritosCerritos · 0.6 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Allen's Palm Cove CerritosCerritos · 1.2 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Bella Manor IILong Beach · 1.9 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Cerritos Assisted LivingCerritos · 2.2 mi · Small home
    $4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Douglas Residential CareLong Beach · 2.4 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Everlasting Home CareLong Beach · 2.4 mi · Small home
    $4,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Mom & Dad's House-CottageLong Beach · 2.6 mi · Small home
    $6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Oaktree ManorLong Beach · 2.7 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Cerritos Villa 1Cerritos · 2.8 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

  • 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

20111 Gridley Rd, Cerritos, CA 90703Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1Los Angeles Community Hospital at BellflowerHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list2.9 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 #198602974 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

Sep 29, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 09/29/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jewel Baptiste conducted an unannounced Annual/Required inspection to Cerritos Residence Care. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by Administrator Peter Nora. The Administrator Euphrosyne Nora arrived 30 minutes later, and LPA explained the reason for the visit. This home is licensed to serve age range 60 and over, six (6) non ambulatory of which one (1) may be bedridden. Approved hospice waiver for six (6). There were (3) residents in care during the time of this visit. The last emergency disaster/fire drill was conducted on 8/27/2026. The Administrator Certificate expires on 02/12/2028. During today's visit LPA inspected the physical plant inside and outside, reviewed the food supply, tested the smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, reviewed three (3) staff files, (3) resident files, medications, and medication administration records for (3) residents. This home has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room and an attached garage. LPA toured the physical plant with the Administrator, and observed all (4) resident bedrooms, contained required furniture, lamps, dresser, chair, and closet space. The bathrooms contain a working toilet, basin, and water faucet, walk in shower with grab bar, shower chair, and bath strips. The temperature measured 111.4*F-117.7*F respectively. The smoke detectors were battery operated and tested and observed to be working properly. The carbon monoxide detector was located in the hallway, tested, and functioning properly. There were (1) fire extinguishers located in kitchen fully charged and up to date. The kitchen was toured and contained working appliances; refrigerator, stove, oven and contained dishware, cups, plates, utensils, pots, and pans. The knives, cleaning agents and toxins were locked and secured underneath kitchen sink. The pantry was well stocked with canned goods, pasta, cereals, and the food supply contained a sufficient supply with a two-day supply of perishables and a seven-day supply of non-perishables that met title 22 guidelines. Walls and floors, cabinets and counters were clean and sanitary throughout the home. (Report continued on LIC809C.) The outdoor grounds were toured and inspected, and the patio was well maintained with a shaded seating area accessible for resident use. The garage contained a working washer and dryer, with cabinetry that contained emergency supply kits, PPE’s, toiletries, personal care supplies, and toxins and cleaning agents stored locked and inaccessible to the residents. Exit interview conducted with Administrator Peter and Euphrosyne Nora, a copy of this report was providedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 29, 2026

20251 state visit · 1 document

Oct 10, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gabriela Castro and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) David Sicairos conducted an unannounced required annual visit using the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) Tool. LPA was greeted by Jesusa Enriquez and explained the reason for the visit. Administrator Euphrosyne Dimaano arrived shortly thereafter. This home is licensed to serve 6 residents ages range 60 and over, six (6) non-ambulatory of which one (1) may be bedridden. Approved hospice waiver for six (2). Facility Tour & Observations: Personal Rights postings (LIC 613C and Ombudsman) were observed in a common area. Residents had access to personal space, privacy, and adequate storage. No firearms/weapons were present. Residents appeared comfortable. Physical Plant The facility is located in a residential area and is a one-story home consisting of four (4) resident bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining area, attached garage, front yard, and backyard. Each resident bedroom contained the required furniture (bed, mattress, linens, dresser, chair, and lighting). Cleaning supplies and toxic substances are inaccessible to residents in a locked storage in garage as well as within other locked cupboards in kitchen. Bathrooms were clean and equipped with required grab bars in showers and near toilets, as well as non-skid mats; hot water measured in bathroom (1) 114.8F and bathroom (2) 108.9F which is within the required 105F-120F .Extra linens and towels were available in the hallway closet. Smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were functional, fire extinguisher was available, and no bodies of water were present. Backyard provided shaded seating. Passageways and exits were observed to be clear and unobstructed. Food Service: Refrigerators/freezers were maintained at proper temperatures (refrigerators maximum of 40 degrees F and freezer 0 degree F) with sufficient supply of 2-day perishable and 7 days non-perishable food. Fresh produce, proteins, and dry goods were stocked. Knives and cleaning supplies were observed in a locked kitchen drawer. (Continued on LIC809C) Health-Related Services & Records: Five (5) residents files were reviewed and contained current required documents (Admissions Agreements, Pre-Placement Appraisals, Consents, Needs/Service Plans, Physician’s Reports with TB/ambulatory status, Rights acknowledgments. Five (5) residents medications were reviewed; medications were observed to be centrally stored in a locked living room closet. MAR logs were current. Disaster Preparedness: Last fire/earthquake drill was conducted in October 1, 2025 with logs available. LIC 610D Emergency Disaster Plan was posted in kitchen bulletin board. Emergency supplies (water, food, flashlights, batteries, first aid) were observed. Infection Control Plan was updated. Personnel Records & Training: Five (5) staff files were reviewed and included criminal record clearances, CPR/First Aid,required training and TB screenings. Administrator Certificate for Euphrosyne Dimaano was valid through February 12, 2026. Insurance: Liability insurance was in compliance with an expiration date of December 11, 2025. An exit interview was conducted with the Administrator Euphrosyne Dimaano. During the inspection, the facility was observed to be following Title 22, Division 6 regulations. No deficiencies were cited at this time. A copy of the report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 10, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

Nov 2, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christian Gutierrez conducted the annual inspection using the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) tools. LPA met Care Giver Jesusa Enriquez at approximately 8:35 AM and explained reason for visit. Administrator Peter Nora and Euphrosyne Nora arrived shortly. This home is licensed to serve age range 60 and over, six (6) non ambulatory of which one (1) may be bedridden. Approved hospice waiver for six (6). There were four (4) residents in care during the time of this visit. The facility is located in a residential area. A tour of the single-story facility included: 4 resident bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining area, attached garage, front yard, and backyard. LPA toured the facility and observed the following: Each resident’s bedroom has the required furniture and bedding. There is extra clean linen and towels in hallway closet. Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide were observed in each room and throughout the facility and are properly operating. The facility has one (1) fully charged fire extinguishers which is kept in kitchen. Cleaning supplies and toxic substances are inaccessible to clients in a locked storage in garage as well as within other locked cupboards in kitchen. Freezers are maintained at a temperature of 0-degree F and the refrigerators at a maximum of 40 degrees F. Sufficient supply of 2 days perishable & 7 days non-perishable foods was observed in the kitchen. There is an extra refrigerator in garage with more food. There are no firearms or weapons stored at the facility. The hot water temperature in the bathrooms were measured between the required range of 105-120 degrees F. The bathrooms are clean and have the required grab bars in the shower and near the toilet for non-ambulatory residents. The shower has non-skid mat The facility does not have a swimming pool or bodies of water on the premises There is a shaded seating area for the residents located in the backyard. Passageways and exits are free of obstruction. Four (4) staff files were reviewed and included Criminal clearance record, CPR/training, and health screening with TB. Four (4) residents files were reviewed and included physicians report, TB clearance, and appraisal needs and service plan. Last fire/earthquake drill was conducted in October of 2024. Infectious control plan was reviewed. Four (4) residents’ medications were reviewed. Medications are centrally stored and locked MAR log is used. No deficiency was observed during today’s visit. Exit interview was conducted with Administrator Nora and a copy of report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 2, 2024
Earlier years2021 to 2023 · 3 documents

20231 state visit · 1 document

Oct 19, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/19/23 at 11:15 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jewel Baptiste conducted an unannounced Annual/Required inspection to Cerritos Care. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by Direct Support Professional (DSP) Florante Peralta who contacted the Administrator. The Administrator’s Peter Nora and Euphrosyne Nora arrived at 11:30 and LPA explained the reason for the visit. This home is licensed to serve age range 60 and over, six (6) non ambulatory of which one (1) may be bedridden. Approved hospice waiver for six (6). There were (5) clients in care during the time of this visit. The last emergency disaster/fire drill was conducted on 9/14/2023. The Administrator Certificate expires on 12/20/2024 #6031894740. During today's visit LPA inspected the physical plant inside and outside, reviewed the food supply, tested the smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, reviewed three (3) staff files, (5) resident files, medications, and medication administration records for (5) residents. This home contains 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room and an attached garage. LPA toured the physical plant with the Administrator, and observed all (4) client bedrooms, contained required furniture, lamps, dresser, chair, and closet space. The bathrooms contain a working toilet, basin, and water faucet, walk in shower with grab bar, shower chair, and bath strips. The temperature measured at 117.8*F-119.3*F respectively. The smoke detectors were battery operated and individually tested and observed to be working properly. The carbon monoxide detector was located throughout the facility, tested, and functioning properly. There were (1) fire extinguishers located in kitchen fully charged and up to date. The kitchen was toured and contained working appliances; refrigerator, stove, oven and contained dishware, cups, plates, utensils, pots, and pans. The knives, cleaning agents and toxins was locked and secured underneath kitchen sink. The pantry was well stocked with canned goods, pasta, cereals, and the food supply contained a sufficient supply with a two-day supply of perishables and a seven-day supply of non-perishables that met title 22 guidelines. Walls and floors, cabinets and counters were clean and sanitary throughout the home. (Report continued on LIC809C.) The outdoor grounds were toured and inspected, and the patio was well maintained with a shaded seating area accessible for client use. The garage contained a working washer and dryer, with cabinetry that contained emergency supply kits, bottled water, toiletries, personal care supplies, and toxins and cleaning agents stored locked and inaccessible to the clients. Exit interview conducted with Administrator Euphrosyne Nora, a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 19, 2023

20221 state visit · 1 document

Dec 1, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mora conducted an unannounced annual visit at the facility with focus on the infection control domain, medication and food review. LPA Mora met Euphrosyne Dimaano - Administrator and explained the reason for the visit. The facility is licensed to serve 6 non-ambulatory residents ages 60 and over, of which 1 may be bedridden, and may retain up to 6 hospice residents. The facility is operating within the scope of its license. The facility is located in a residential area. A tour of the single-story facility included: 4 resident bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining area, attached garage, front yard, and backyard. LPA and Euphrosyne Dimaano toured the facility and the following was observed: sufficient supply of 2 days perishable & 7 days non-perishable foods was observed in the kitchen. Auditory devices were seen on all exit doors which are required for dementia residents and were operating at the time of the visit. The water temperature was tested in both bathrooms and measured at 116.6 and 118.9 degrees F which is within the required 105 - 120 degrees F. The bathrooms are clean and have the required grab bars in the shower and near the toilet for non-ambulatory residents. The shower has non-skid materials. Resident bedrooms have the required furniture such as bed frames, dressers, lamps and chairs. Resident beds have the required linen and the linen is in good condition. There is extra clean linen and towels in the hallway cabinets. Smoke detectors were observed in each room and throughout the facility and are properly operating. A carbon monoxide was observed in the hallway and it is properly operating. A fire extinguisher was observed in the kitchen which is fully charged. Kitchen appliances are clean and were operating at the time of the visit. Knives are kept locked under the kitchen sink. Cleaning chemicals are kept locked under the bathrooms' sinks. First Aid kit was fully stocked with current manual. The front and backyard are well maintained. There is a shaded seating area for the residents located in the backyard. There are no bodies of water. Passageways and exits are free of obstruction. Medication was (CONTINUED TO LIC 809C) Residents medication are centrally stored in a locked living room closet. Residents and staff files are centrally stored in the garage. LPA reviewed medication for all 4 of the residents and observed that medications are given as prescribed. LPA reviewed files for 4 residents and 4 staff and observed no deficiencies. LPA observed administrator certificate for Euphrosyne Dimaano - 6031893740 with an expiration date of 02/12/2024. Facility has 30 days supplies of Personal Protective Equipment in the garage. Facility is following COVID-19 recommendations regarding screening visitors, staff, and clients. Covid-19 prevention signs are posted throughout the facility and hand-washing signs were observed in the bathrooms. Sufficient hand soap, hand sanitizer, and paper towels were observed. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code, there was no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit interview held and a copy of the report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 1, 2022

20211 state visit · 1 document

Dec 9, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

LPA Angelica Rea conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting the required annual inspection. On today's visit LPA met with Administrator, Peter Nora who assisted with the visit. LPA Rea discussed infection control practices with Mr. Nora, toured the facility inside and out, reviewed food supply, reviewed staff files, and reviewed resident medications. Bedrooms have the required furniture including bedframes, dressers, lamps and chairs. Beds have the required linen and the linen is in good condition. Passageways and exits are free of obstruction. The front and backyard are well maintained. The resident bathroom is clean and have the required grab bars in the shower and near the toilet for non-ambulatory residents. Showers also have non-skid materials. The hot water temperature measured at 117.5 degrees F. The facility temperature at the time the visit was comfortable. There is sufficient lighting throughout the facility. There are smoke detectors located throughout the facility, tested and operational. There is a carbon monoxide detector located in the hallway, tested and operational. LPA observed a sufficient supply of PPE in the garage. Infection control signs were observed throughout the facility. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code, deficiencies cited on 809-D. Exit interview held and a copy of the report was provided to Mr. Nora.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 9, 2021

License holder

Cerritos Residence Care Inc., licensed since 2018.

Operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

  • Comfort Care Home · Cerritos
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2018, as the state’s facility page counts them
State visits on file
6
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 2018, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.

Compare with homes the same size
This homeTypical
Type A citations00
Type B citations00
Substantiated allegations00
Total complaints00

“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.

What the state’s words mean
Routine visita visit the state records as “Required” — a scheduled visit, not one made in answer to a complaintSubstantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Quick answers about Cerritos Residence Care

Is Cerritos Residence Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Cerritos Residence Care licensed for?

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

Has Cerritos Residence Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2018, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Cerritos Residence Care still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 9, 2026.

What does Cerritos Residence Care cost?

$4,500 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

Among 231 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,176 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 231 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 Cerritos Residence Care 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 Cerritos Residence Care Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. See the homes licensed to Cerritos Residence Care Inc. — at least 2 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Los Angeles Community Hospital at Bellflower is 2.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Cerritos Residence 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.

Cerritos Residence Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “CERRITOS RESIDENCE CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #198602974. 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 Cerritos Residence Care Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2018, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2018, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2018, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2018, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is September 29, 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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    Grace Blossom Care

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Starting rate

    $4,000 a month to start

    Listed by the home on A Place for Mom · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

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

    Yearling Board and Care

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $4,800 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $3,950–$5,900

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
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    Cerritos · 0.6 mi

    A Faithful Home of Cerritos

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Starting rate

    $4,500 a month to start

    Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
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    Cerritos · 0.4 mi

    Nora's Residence Care of Cerritos

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $4,950 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,100

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
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    Cerritos · 0.4 mi

    Caring Partners

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $4,100 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $3,350–$5,050

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
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    Cerritos · 0.6 mi

    European Christian Home VI

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $4,650 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $3,800–$5,750

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record

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