Small home · Licensed for 6 · Covina

St. Sebastian's Home for the Elderly III

837 N. Sunflower Avenue, Covina, CA 91724Licensed since 2023

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$4,850 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $3,950–$6,000 See costs

No openings reported

Approved by the state: Wheelchair · HospiceState 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
Hospiceup to 6 residents

Not on file: dementia and bedridden approvals.

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. HOPSICE 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 St. Sebastian's Home for the Elderly III: 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

$4,850a month to start

Likely $3,950–$6,000

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$4,850likely 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$4,850likely $3,950–$6,000
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar 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 $3,950–$6,150: $4,850
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,650–$9,350: $7,350

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 $2,295 to $7,000

9 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,200–$6,950.

Family HomeSan Dimas · 0.9 mi · Small home
$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Glen Park at GlendoraGlendora · 2.5 mi · Mid-size home
$6,102Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Bentits Retirement VillaSan Dimas · 2.6 mi · Small home
$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
San Dimas Adventist Home CareSan Dimas · 3.0 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
A Faithful Home of CovinaCovina · 3.8 mi · Small home
$2,295Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
Genesis Manor IVLa Verne · 4.6 mi · Small home
$4,750Listed on its own website · shared room · seen October 27, 2026
Vine ResidenceWest Covina · 4.7 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Inspired Elderly Care LivingWest Covina · 4.7 mi · Small home
$4,650Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Happy Home Care for ElderlyDiamond Bar · 4.8 mi · Small home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026

How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar 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.

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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

837 N. Sunflower Avenue, Covina, CA 91724Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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San Dimas Community HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list0.8 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 #198603632 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

Aug 4, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Vaid conducted an unannounced licensing inspection visit. Caregiver Noberto Teguinos allowed entry to the facility. Barbara Boiston, house manager arrived shortly after and the purpose of the visit was discussed. Facility is licensed to serve six (6) non-ambulatory elderly residents, ages 60 and above. Hospice waiver approved for six (6) residents. No bedridden allowed. Five residents currently residing in the facility. Two residents are on Hospice. During the visit, CARE tool was used, a tour of the facility was conducted, food supply/medication were reviewed, staff/residents were interviewed, and staff/residents’ records were reviewed. Administrator certificate expires 11/19/2025, house manager certificate expires 9/6/26. The facility is located in a residential neighborhood. The facility consisted of four (4) bedrooms, two (2) bedrooms are shared, and two (2) bedrooms are private, two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, laundry room, garage, and living room with a TV. All the rooms were furnished with appropriate furniture for residents’ comfort. The bathrooms were furnished with grab bars and nonskid surfaces. Common areas were observed for the ability to safely serve the needs of the residents. Hot water temperature was measured in the kitchen, bath 1 and bath 2, between 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit. Adequate linen and personal hygiene supplies were observed. No pools and bodies of water on the premises. Facility maintained a comfortable temperature for residents. Auditory alarm devices to monitor exits were operable. Sufficient supplies of 2-day perishable and 7-days nonperishable foods were observed. Knives, tools, sharp items were inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are interconnected and were operable. Medication, residents’/ staff’s records were centrally stored in a locked cabinet and inaccessible to residents. Toxic substances were inaccessible to residents. Liability insurance expires 06/27/2027. Safety drill was conducted 07/06/2026. First aid and CPR certificates are valid No deficiencies were observed during this visit. An exit interview was conducted and copy of this report was provided to house manager Barbara Boiston.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 4, 2026

20251 state visit · 1 document

Aug 15, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Vaid conducted an unannounced licensing inspection visit. Caregiver Maria Benitez allowed entry to the facility. Barbara Boiston, house manager arrived shortly after and the purpose of the visit was discussed. Facility is licensed to serve six (6) non-ambulatory elderly residents, ages 60 and above. Hospice waiver approved for six (6) residents. No bedridden allowed. During the visit, CARE tool was used, a tour of the facility was conducted, food supply/medication were reviewed, staff/residents were interviewed, and staff/residents’ records were reviewed. Administrator certificate expires 11/19/2025, house manager certificate expires 9/6/26. The facility is located in a residential neighborhood. The facility consisted of four (4) bedrooms, two (2) bedrooms are shared and two (2) bedrooms are private, two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, laundry room, garage, and living room with a TV. All the rooms were furnished with appropriate furniture for residents’ comfort. The bathrooms were furnished with grab bars and nonskid surfaces. Common areas were observed for the ability to safely serve the needs of the residents. Hot water temperature was measured in the kitchen, bath 1 and bath 2, between 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit. Adequate linen and personal hygiene supplies were observed. No pools and bodies of water on the premises. Facility maintained a comfortable temperature for residents. Auditory alarm devices to monitor exits were operable. Sufficient supplies of 2-day perishable and 7-days nonperishable foods were observed. Knives, tools, sharp items were inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were operable. Medication, residents’/ staff’s records were centrally stored in a locked cabinet and inaccessible to residents. Toxic substances were inaccessible to residents. No deficiencies were observed during this visit. An exit interview was conducted and copy of this report was provided to house manager Barbara Boiston.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 15, 2025

20242 state visits · 2 documents

Aug 12, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tao conducted an unannounced post licensing inspection visit. LPA met with Barbara Boiston, house manager and discussed the purpose of the visit. Facility is licensed to serve six (6) non-ambulatory elderly residents, ages 60 and above. No bedridden allowed. Hospice waiver approved for six (6) residents. During the visit, CARE tool was used, a tour of the facility was conducted, food supply/medication were reviewed, staff/residents were interviewed and staff/residents records were reviewed. The facility was located in a residential neighborhood. The facility consisted of four (4) bedrooms, two (2) bedrooms were shared and two (2) bedrooms were private, two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, laundry room, garage, and living room with a TV. All the rooms were furnished with appropriate furniture for residents’ comfort. The bathrooms were furnished with grab bars and nonskid surfaces. Common areas were observed for the ability to safely serve the needs of the residents. Hot water temperature was 107.0 degrees Fahrenheit. Adequate linen and personal hygiene supplies were observed. No pools and bodies of water on the premises. Facility maintained a comfortable temperature for residents. Auditory alarm devices to monitor exits were operable. Sufficient supplies of perishable and nonperishable foods were observed. Knives, tools, sharp items were inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were operable. Medication, residents’/ staff’s records were centrally stored in a locked cabinet and inaccessible to residents. Toxic substances were inaccessible to residents. No deficiencies were observed and cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22. An exit interview was conducted. This report was discussed and provided to Barbara.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 12, 2024

Jun 6, 2024Facility evaluation reportPost LicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Post Licensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tao conducted an unannounced post licensing inspection visit. LPA met with Administrator, Briana McGee, who assisted with the visit. Facility is licensed to serve six (6) non-ambulatory elderly residents, ages 60 and above. No bedridden allowed. Hospice waiver approved for six (6) residents. During the visit, CARE tool was used, a tour of the facility was conducted, food supply/medication were reviewed, staff/residents were interviewed and staff/residents records were reviewed. The facility was located in a residential neighborhood. The facility consisted of four (4) bedrooms, two (2) bedrooms were shared and two (2) bedrooms were private, two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, laundry room, garage, and living room with a TV. All the rooms were furnished with appropriate furniture for residents’ comfort. The bathrooms were furnished with grab bars and nonskid surfaces. Common areas were observed for the ability to safely serve the needs of the residents. Hot water temperature was 105.3 degrees Fahrenheit. Adequate linen and personal hygiene supplies were observed. No pools and bodies of water on the premises. Facility maintained a comfortable temperature for residents. Auditory alarm devices to monitor exits were operable. Sufficient supplies of perishable and nonperishable foods were observed. Knives, tools, sharp items were inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were operable. Fire extinguishers' last service was 4/4/24 and were fully charged. Medication, residents’/ staff’s records were centrally stored in a locked cabinet and inaccessible to residents. Toxic substances were inaccessible to residents. No deficiencies were observed and cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22. An exit interview was conducted. This report was discussed and provided to Administrator, Briana McGee.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 6, 2024

Earlier years2023 · 2 documents

20232 state visits · 2 documents

Aug 8, 2023Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tao conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection. Applicant is applying for Residential Care for Elderly to serve residents for age 60 and above. This is a change of ownership. The current applicant’s licensee is St. Sebastian Home of the Elderly, LLC. The facility was previously licensed to St Elizabeth’s Home for the Elderly II -198601681. LPA met with Briana McGree, applicant/ administrator. The requested capacity is six (6). Facility has an approved Dementia Care Plan. Hospice waiver was approved for six (6). Fire clearance: Fire clearance was granted on 01/03/23 for six (6) non-ambulatory and zero (0) bedridden. Auditory device is installed at all exits and operable. Structure: The property is a single-family residence located in a neighborhood, consisting of four (4) bedrooms (2 bedrooms are shared and 2 bedrooms are private), two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, laundry room, garage, and living room with a TV. Passageways, walkways and patios are free from obstructions. The entrance and side areas are free of hazards and debris. Garage is not accessible to residents. Bedrooms and Bathrooms for Residents: Bedrooms have nightstand, adequate lighting, adequate closet and drawer space. Bedrooms are spacious and allow for easy passage between and comfortable for usage. Toilet, wash basin, bathtub/shower in bathrooms are operable. (- Continued LIC 809 C -) Bedrooms are accommodated for residents. Grab bars are maintained for each toilet, bathtub and shower. Linens & Hygiene Supplies: Sufficient linen/supplies which include pillowcases, mattress pads, blanket and bedspreads are available. Adequate supply of linen, wash clothes and towels are observed. Food Service: Dishes, cups and flat ware are stored in the kitchen cupboards, inspected and in good repair. Dishwasher in kitchen properly installed and functioning. Knives, cutlery and other sharp kitchen utensils are stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen and inaccessible to residents. Food supply consist of two days of perishable and two weeks of non-perishable was observed. Medications, First-Aid Kit & Book: Medication cabinet is installed with a lock and inaccessible to residents. Smoke Detectors: Smoke /carbon monoxide detectors are tested and operable. They are located in hallways and each bedroom. Appliances: Stove burners, oven, microwave, washer, and dryer working. There are two refrigerators, all located in the kitchen. Each refrigerator has a measured temperature of at least 45 degrees Fahrenheit for appropriate food storage. Freezer is at (0) zero degrees Fahrenheit. The residence is equipped with central air and heat. (- continued LIC 809 C -) Toxins: Poisons, toxins, and cleaning supplies are locked and inaccessible to residents. They are stored separately from food source. Emergency Phone Numbers, Exit Plan, Signages and posters: Emergency Disaster Plan and Labor law poster are posted. Exit Plan are available for review. Outdoor activity area in backyard: Outdoor activity area is furnished with chairs and table and in compliance. Shaded area in the backyard at the outdoor activity area is provided. Residents & Staff Files: Locked cabinets for records of staff and residents are installed and available. Residents file are observed. Applicant will not handle cash resources for residents. Water Temperature: Tested at 105.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Menu and phone: Menus are available for review. Free landline telephone is available for residents’ use and operable. Fire extinguishers: Fire extinguishers are available in the facility. They are fully charged, and last service was done in 1/3/23. Reading Material, Games, Equipment & Materials: The facility has recreational materials for the residents’ use and commensurate with the plan of operation. (- continued LIC 809 C -) Pool: No bodies of water located at the facility. Finding: No issue was observed during today’s visit. Exit: Exit conference was conducted. Applicant requested to waive Component III orientation during this visit since applicant had done Component III orientations a few times from applicant’s other licensed facilities during pre-licensing visits. A copy of this report was provided to applicant. LPA will submit a copy of this facility evaluation report to the Central Applications Bureau (CAB) for review. If the applicant has questions regarding the status of the application, s/he has been instructed to communicate with the CAB Analyst who assigned to his/her application.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 8, 2023

Jan 27, 2023Facility evaluation reportOfficeReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Component II completion: Successful Facility Type: RCFE Application Type:CHOW Capacity: 6 COMP II Participants: Isaac Reed CEO/Briana McGee Administrator Interview Method: Telephone interview On January 27, 2023, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant 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 IDs have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 27, 2023

License holder

St. Sebastian Home for the Elderly LLC, licensed since 2023.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2023, 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 2023, 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 St. Sebastian's Home for the Elderly III

Is St. Sebastian's Home for the Elderly III licensed?

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

How many residents is St. Sebastian's Home for the Elderly III licensed for?

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

Has St. Sebastian's Home for the Elderly III been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2023, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is St. Sebastian's Home for the Elderly III still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 12, 2026.

What does St. Sebastian's Home for the Elderly III cost?

$4,850 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,950–$6,000. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

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 St. Sebastian's Home for the Elderly III 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 St. Sebastian Home for the Elderly LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

San Dimas Community Hospital is 0.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can St. Sebastian's Home for the Elderly III 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.