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Golden Home Extended CareLicense #216803145 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareGolden Home Extended CareLicense #216803145 · 1234 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael, CA · (415) 479-6500Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
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Starting rate$7,000/mo

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

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Mid-size home · Licensed for 28 · San Rafael

Golden Home Extended Care

1234 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael, CA 94903 · Licensed since 2009

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Golden Home Extended Care

Overview

Starting rate

$7,000 a month

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

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Dementia · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
  • Languages spoken: English, Spanish and TagalogReported on Seniorly · August 24, 2026
  • Licensed for 28: a mid-size care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

  • Wheelchairup to 27 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
TOTAL CAPACITY OF 28 RESIDENTS, WHERE 27 RESIDENTS CAN BE NON-AMBULATORY AND 1 CAN BE BEDRIDDEN. BEDRIDDEN CLEARANCE ALLOWED ONLY IN BEDROOM #12

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

Care services

These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.

  • Respite / short-term stays

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Help with bathing or showering

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Assistance with transfers

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Medication management

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Diabetic / carbohydrate-controlled diet

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Incontinence care

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Help with dressing and grooming

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Building is wheelchair accessible

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Diabetes care

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • 24-hour supervision claimed

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Emergency call system

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 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 Golden Home Extended 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.

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What it costs here

This home’s starting rate

$7,000a 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$7,000likely a month
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$7,000this home

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, 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 $7,000–$7,600
$7,000
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $7,000–$11,150
$9,500
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 homes8 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,500 to $15,000

$3,500$15,000

This homeA nearby home’s published starting rate

8 homes like this within 8 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,450–$13,000.

  • Shalom HouseSan Rafael · 0.4 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Villa Marin Ambulatory Care UnitSan Rafael · 0.7 mi · Mid-size home
    $15,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Daniel Rest HomeSan Rafael · 1.5 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Haven House of San RafaelSan Rafael · 1.6 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Bello Gardens Assisted LivingSan Anselmo · 3.1 mi · Mid-size home
    $4,800Listed on Seniorly · memory care private room · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
  • Bel Marin GardensNovato · 5.2 mi · Small home
    $7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • The Anton PointeNovato · 5.6 mi · Mid-size home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Marin TerraceMill Valley · 7.9 mi · Mid-size home
    $6,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, 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

Rooms, meals, activities and house rules, in the home’s own words. Open any detail to see where it came from.

Rooms & the spaces they will use (11)Private rooms · Outdoor space · Shared / companion rooms
  • Private rooms

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Outdoor spaceGarden · Walking paths

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Shared / companion rooms

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Common areasDining room · Arts room · Indoor Common Areas

    Dining room · Arts room — reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

    Indoor Common Areas — reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Room typesStudio · Semi-Private

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • LaundryDone by staff

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Rooms come furnished

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • AmenitiesMove-in coordination

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Telephone in the room

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Housekeeping

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Salon or barber

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

Meals, preferences & familiar food (4)Dining style · Food allergy management · All-day or flexible dining
  • Dining styleRestaurant style

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Food allergy management

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • All-day or flexible dining

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Meals provided

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

Activities & the rhythm of a day (3)Activity types offered · Resident-run activities · Religious services off site
  • Activity types offeredMovie nights · Activities On-site

    Movie nights — reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

    Activities On-site — reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Resident-run activities

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Religious services off site

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

Faith, culture & language (1)Languages spoken by caregivers
  • Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish · Spanish · Tagalog

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.

Where it is

1234 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael, CA 94903Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San RafaelHospital · 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 #216803145 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 7 of 13 documents

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

20262 state visits · 2 documents

Sep 29, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

At approximately 9:15 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Robert Frank arrived unannounced to conduct a Required 1 Year visit and was greeted by Administrator Rufus Zingkhai. Golden Home Extended Care Inc is Licensed as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). The facility is a large single level complex. The facility has an approved fire clearance for twenty-eight (28) residents, twenty-seven (27) of whom may be non-ambulatory. The facility is approved for one (1) bedridden resident. Upon arrival, LPA was informed that there were twenty-one (21) residents in care. At approximately 9:35 AM, LPA reviewed the Facility's Staff Roster and found that all staff on-site were background cleared and associated to the facility per regulation. At approximately 9:45 AM, LPA toured the facility with Administrator Zingkhai. All exits were clear and unobstructed. The facility's eight (8) fire extinguishers were last serviced and tagged on 9/4/2026. The fire alarm and fire sprinkler system were inspected in 9/2026 The facility was sufficiently lighted. LPA inspected eight (8) resident bedrooms and found all to have sufficient lighting and furnishings as required per Title 22 Regulations. There was a sufficient supply of both perishable and nonperishable foods as required by Title 22 Regulations. There was an appropriate supply of cleaning products, linens, hygiene products and paper products available for residents. Toxins were observed to be stored inaccessible to residents. The facility has an infection control plan as required. The facility has a required emergency disaster plan. The facility is conducting fire and emergency drills quarterly. The last disaster drill was conducted on 7/8/2026. The facility does have emergency food and supplies to meet the "72 hour shelter in place" requirements. Hot water temperatures for a sample of sinks in facility were found to be within Title 22 regulations of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were observed to be operational. Continued on 809-C... ...Continued from 809 At approximately 10:35 AM, LPA reviewed seven (7) resident files. Seven (7) of seven (7) resident files were observed with all required documentation. LPA reviewed six (6) staff files. Six (6) of six (6) staff files were observed with all required documentation including First Aid and CPR certification and proper training documentation. LPA audited Medication for five (5) residents. LPA observed all medications to be centrally stored, secure and with proper documentation. Rufus Zingkhai’s Administrator Certification 7033932740 is current with an expiration date of 8/15/2027. LPA requested the following documents be submitted to Community Care Licensing by 10/29/2026: LIC 500 Personnel Report LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan Proof of Liability Insurance No deficiencies cited during today's visit. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report discussed and provided to Administrator Zingkhai. Signature on form confirms receipt of documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 29, 2026

The state marks this report as 6 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Apr 15, 2026Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff spoke inappropriately to resident in care

At approximately 9:00AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Felias arrived unannounced to deliver findings for a complaint investigation regarding the above allegation, and met with Staff Members, Shirik Sochanngan, and Angel Socito. Administrator, Rufus Zingkhai arrived during visit at approximately 9:30AM. During the investigation, the Department requested and reviewed documents, conducted interviews, and made observations. The following allegation was investigated, “Staff spoke inappropriately to resident in care.” Complaint alleged that Resident 1 (R1) had a conversation with Staff Member 1 (S1) about their cultural heritage where S1 asked R1, "what kind of food does a German person eat for breakfast, and what does a German person drink for breakfast?" R1 stated” Schwarez Brot,” or dark bread, and I don't know." Per complaint, S1 stated “Jews.” Per report, S1 did not apologize to R1 for their comments and R1 felt extremely offended. Continued on LIC9099C Substantiated Continued from LIC9099 LPA conducted interviews. Interview with Resident 1 (R1) stated that they had a conversation with S1. Per R1, the conversation was about their cultural heritage and was in a joking manner. In the interview, R1 stated that they were from Germany and that S1 asked them questions about what they ate and drank in Germany for breakfast. R1 stated that they answered that Germans eat “Schwarzbrot” or “dark bread” and that they did not know what Germans drank for breakfast. S1 then responded, “Yews,” in a joking manner. R1 stated that you had to listen hard to know if it was the drink “juice” or the race of people. R1 stated that they joked back with S1 and that they did not feel offended or disrespected by S1’s comments. R1 further stated that S1 apologized to them and they told S1 that there was no reason to apologize. Interview conducted with Staff Member 1 (S1) stated that they spoke with R1 a lot. Per interview, they had a conversation with R1 about their cultures and they told R1 some jokes they had heard on Youtube. S1 stated that they heard later that their conversation had been reported and they were instructed to apologize to R1. Per S1, when they went to apologize, R1 was surprised and told them to forget about it and that it was nothing. Based on interviews conducted, this allegation is Substantiated. A finding that the complaint allegation is Substantiated means that the allegation is valid because the preponderance of the evidence standard has been met. Deficiencies are cited from the California Code of Regulations (CCRs), and/or the Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the cited deficiencies, on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report, LIC9099D (Deficiency Page), Plan of Corrections, and Appeal Rights discussed and provided to Administrator. Signature on form confirms receipt of documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 15, 2026 · control 21-AS-20260129164044

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87468.1(a)(1) · Plan of correction due date: Apr 27, 2026

87468.1 Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities:(a) Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: (1) To be accorded dignity in their personal relationships with staff, residents, and other persons. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: based on interviews conducted, Licensee did not comply with the section cited above and did not ensure R1’s personal rights. This poses a potential health, safety, and/or personal rights risk to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 15, 2026

Plan of correction: Licensee to conduct inservice-training on Personal Rights and Cultural Competency. Training to include the following: Date, Topic, Name/Job Role, and Signatures. In-Service and supporting documents to be submitted to CCL for review and approval by POC due date of 04/27/2026.

20252 state visits · 2 documents

Oct 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Annual ContinuationReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation

At approximately 11:40 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elias Magdaleno arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Continuation of a 1-year required annual inspection that was started on 9/29/2025 and was greeted by MedTech Angel Socito. Physical Plant inspection was completed during previous visit. At approximately 11:50 AM LPA conducted a review of five (5) resident records. All required documentation present. At approximately 12:30 PM LPA conducted review of six (6) staff records. All required documentation present. At approximately 1:30 PM LPA and MedTech conducted a spot check of medication and medication records. Medication is centrally stored and locked. Updated copies of the following documents shall be submitted to CCL by 10/29/2025: Lease agreement Annual inspection has been completed. No deficiencies cited. Exit interview conducted with MedTech, whose signature on form confirms receipt.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 13, 2025
Sep 29, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

At approximately 10:45 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elias Magdaleno arrived unannounced to conduct a required 1-year annual inspection and was greeted by Administrator Rufus Zingkhai. Facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) with eighteen (18) residents in care. Facility is approved for twenty-seven (27) non-ambulatory residents with one (1) bedridden. At approximately 10:55 AM, LPA initiated a tour of the facility with Administrator and observed the following: Facility is a one (1) story home, was a comfortable temperature, and passageways were free from obstructions. Fire extinguishers were last inspected 8/25. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors were tested and operational during inspection. Water temperature measured 105.1 degrees F, which is within the allowable range of 105 to 120 degrees F per Title 22 regulations. LPA observed a supply of clean linens, hygiene, incontinent care, and paper products available for residents. LPA conducted a spot check of residents' bedrooms and observed them to have all the appropriate furnishings as outlined in Title 22 regulations. Cabinets containing cleaning supplies and other items that could pose a risk were locked. LPA observed at least a two (2) day supply of perishable and seven (7) day supply of non-perishable food, as well as an emergency water supply. Food was found to be stored in a safe manner with open items covered. Facility has an internet access device and internet available to residents in care, and the phone was tested and operational during today's inspection. Continued LIC809C... Facility conducts monthly disaster drills, and the most recent drill was conducted 9/25. LPA observed facility's emergency disaster plan which was last updated 1/25. LPA observed a supply of PPE, emergency supplies, two (2) first aid cabinets, and flashlights. Rufus Zingkhai Administrator Certificate 7033932740 expires 8/15/2027. All fees are current as of this time. Updated copies of the following documents were gathered during this visit: Liability Insurance LIC500 - Personnel Report LIC308 - Designation of Responsibility LIC610E - Emergency Disaster Plan Updated copies of the following documents shall be submitted to CCL within 30 days of this visit: Lease agreement The annual inspection will be completed by the Department at a later date. No deficiencies cited. Exit interview conducted with Administrator, whose signature on form confirms receipt.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 29, 2025

20243 state visits · 3 documents

Oct 11, 2024Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Annual ContinuationReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation

At approximately 8:55AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Felias arrived unannounced to continue a 1-Year Required Visit and met with Staff Member, Sandra Lopez. Administrator, Rufus Zingkhai arrived during visit at approximately 9:30AM. Facility serves residents with dementia and has a plan of operation for dementia care and programming on file. Facility has an approved fire clearance and total capacity for 28 non-ambulatory residents and has an approved hospice waiver for 6 individuals. Upon arrival, LPA was informed that there were 16 Residents in care and 4 staff members on-site. At approximately 9:05AM, LPA reviewed the Facility's Staff Roster and found that all staff on-site were background cleared and associated to the facility per regulation. At approximately 9:15AM, LPA reviewed staff files, resident files and resident medication. All files were all found to be well organized, thorough and contained the required documentation. Staff files had current First Aid and CPR certification. Medication was observed to be centrally stored and secure. Administrator's Certificate for Rufus Zingkhai (7033932740) was current with an expiration date of 08/15/2025. LPA requested the following documents to update facility file: Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC 308) Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610D) Updated Personnel Report (LIC 500) Register of Clients/Residents (LIC 9020) Updated Liability Insurance Active and Current Administrator Certificate Documents to be submitted to Community Care Licensing (CCL) by due date of 11/11/2024. No Deficiencies Cited during Visit. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report discussed and provided to Administrator. Signature on form confirms receipt of documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 11, 2024
Sep 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

At approximately 1:40PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Felias arrived unannounced to conduct a 1-Year Required Visit and met with Staff Member, Angel Socito. Administrator, Rufus Zingkhai arrived during visit at approximately 2:00PM. Facility serves residents with dementia and has a plan of operation for dementia care and programming on file. Facility has an approved fire clearance and total capacity for 30 non-ambulatory residents and has an approved hospice waiver for 6 individuals. Upon arrival, LPA was informed that there were 16 Residents in care and 3 staff members on-site. At approximately 1:50PM, LPA reviewed the Facility's Staff Roster and found that all staff on-site were background cleared and associated to the facility per regulation. At approximately 1:55PM, LPA conducted a walk-though of the facility with Staff Member. LPA observed the following: The facility was found to be clean and at a comfortable temperature with all exits free from obstruction. Facility had emergency lighting. Facility is a 1 story building with 15 Resident bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, and common spaces. Facility has an Infection Control plan on file. There was a sufficient supply of both perishable and nonperishable foods as required by Title 22 Regulations. There was an appropriate supply of cleaning products, linens, hygiene products and paper products available for residents. Mattress pads were in place or available for Resident use. Toxins were observed to be stored inaccessible to residents. Bathrooms were equipped with necessary grab bars, and non-slip floors/mats were present. Hot water temperatures for a sample size of 4 sinks were within Title 22 regulations of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility's last emergency/disaster drill was conducted September 2024. Facility's fire extinguishers were last inspected August 2024. Facility has a hard wired fire alarm and sprinkler system that is directly connected to the local Fire Department. Facility's smoke detectors and sprinkler system were last inspected August 2024. Facility's carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. Continued on LIC809C Continued from LIC809 During walkthrough, LPA was informed that Facility currently has 1 resident with bedridden status. Facility currently does not have a clearance to admit residents with bedridden status. Licensee to submit a new LIC200 and updated facility sketch to Community Care Licensing (CCL) so a new fire clearance can be requested (deficiency cited, see LIC809D, regulation 87202(a)(2)). Licensee understands that if a new fire clearance is not granted by the local Fire Department, the resident will have to be relocated due to requiring a higher level of care. LPA unable to complete Annual Inspection. Annual Continuation Visit to be conducted at a later date. Deficiencies are cited from the California Code of Regulations (CCRs), and/or the Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report, LIC-809D (Deficiency Page), Plan of Corrections, and Appeal Rights discussed and provided to Administrator. Signature on form confirms receipt of documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 23, 2024
Mar 18, 2024Facility evaluation reportCase Management - IncidentReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Incident

At approximately 9:40AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Felias and Florio arrived unannounced to conduct a Case Management - Incident Visit and met with Administrator, Rufus Zingkhai. The purpose of today's visit is to follow up on self-reported incidents that were submitted to Community Care Licensing (CCL). Incident Report 1: CCL received an incident report on 02/26/2024. Report stated that on 02/21/2024, Facility observed an anal fissure on Resident 1 (R1). Facility contacted 911 and Home Health Nurse and R1 was transported to the hospital for evaluation. Facility made all appropriate notifications per regulation. Incident Report 2/SOC-341: CCL received an incident report and SOC-341 on 03/12/2024. Reports stated that on 03/11/2024, R1's Responsible Party reported to staff that R1 could have had forced trauma injuries to their rectal area. Facility made all appropriate notifications per regulation. LPAs requested and reviewed documents. No Deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report and LIC811 (Confidential Names) discussed and provided to Administrator. Signature on form confirms receipt of documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 18, 2024
Earlier years2021 to 2023 · 6 documents

20232 state visits · 2 documents

Sep 19, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

9/19/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tobola conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr. inspection visit for this facility and was greeted by Administrator, Rufus Zingkhai. The facility is licensed for all non-ambulatory rooms and a hospice waiver for six. The facility currently provides care for 17 residents, three of which is receiving hospice services and some of which with a diagnosis of dementia. LPA continued with a tour of the facility with Administrator, facility was found to be clean and at a comfortable temperature with all exits free from obstruction. Facility exits were properly equipped with auditory alarms for residents with dementia, tested and found to be in working order. Residents are also equipped with pendant systems that signal to the front hallway; audible from the kitchen, common area and medication office. Resident’s bedrooms, common areas, kitchen & food storage areas were inspected. Fire Extinguisher was found to be last charged on 9/11/2023. Both smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the facility were, tested and found to be in working order. There was a sufficient supply of both perishable and nonperishable foods as required by Title 22 Regulations with food properly labeled. Facility also follows appropriate dietary protocol for residents in care with dietary list posted in the kitchen area. Toxins, sharps and other items that could pose threat if readily available to residents were kept secured in the kitchen, laundry room and storage closets. Residents were observed engaging in discussion with staff and one another, listening to live music in the living area or resting in their bedrooms. There are also two large outdoor deck locations available for resident use. Residents appear to have a positive relationship with staff based on LPA observations. Staff were observed continuously assisting and supervising residents and conducting room checks during LPA's inspection. Continued onto LIC809-C There was a supply of hygiene products, continence products, paper products and clean linens available for residents. All resident bedrooms have lighting & appropriate furnishings. Medications are stored in a designated medication cart located in the staff office and were found to be secured. LPA conducted spot medication count and found all prescription medication to be properly recorded on the Centrally Stored Medication Record. Upon count LPA found all administered medication to be in order. A sample file review for staff was conducted and LPA found all staff to have sufficient 1st Aid & CPR certification and annual training on file. LPA also conducted a file review for all residents and found all resident records including physician's report and needs & service plans updated. Upon review, LPA found that resident (R1) received a physical exam and determined to be bedridden for "15" days. Facility currently does not have a clearance to admit residents with bedridden status. Administrator agrees to contact R1's PCP and request for an updated physician's report to determine R1's current ambulation status. Technical Violation issued. Administrator, Rufus Zingkhahi's Administrator Certificate 6053315740 is currently pending. LPA reviewed current DSS pending list and confirmed the department has received as of 5/12/2023 and are processing the renewal documents. LPA requested the following documents be sent to CCL by COB 10/19/2023: LIC 308 Designated Facility Responsibility LIC 500 Personnel Summary LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan LIC 9020 Register of Facility Client’s/Resident’s Liability Insurance Control of Property No deficiencies cited during today's visitthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 19, 2023
Feb 7, 2023Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Personal Rights

At approximately 9:15AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Felias arrived unannounced to deliver findings for the Complaint Investigation regarding the above allegation and met with Staff Member, Giov Alipio. Administrator, Rugus Zingkhai, arrived later during visit at approximately 9:50AM. During the course of the investigation, LPA Felias reviewed and requested documents, made observations at the facility, and conducted interviews. Per information provided to LPA, Resident 1 (R1) reported that facility staff slapped them, pushed them, and pulled their hair. R1 reported to have no recollection of when the personal rights violations occurred. Staff interviews conducted revealed no knowledge of clients being slapped, pushed down, or having their hair pulled. Resident interviews conducted stated that staff treat them well, are attentive, and assist them with their care needs. Interview with R1’s case manager stated that R1 does not have a history of false accusations. Continued on LIC9099C Unsubstantiated Continued from LIC9099 Review of Records dated 10/16/2019 and 10/17/2019 indicated that Resident has a history of false accusations. Based on interviews conducted and record review, the LPA is unable to determine if there was a Personal Rights violation, therefore this allegation is Unsubstantiated. A finding that the complaint is Unsubstantiated means that although the allegations may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur. No Deficiencies Cited during Visit. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report and LIC811 (Confidential Names) discussed and provided to Administrator. Signature on form confirms receipt of documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 7, 2023 · control 21-AS-20220916084728

20221 state visit · 1 document

Aug 23, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

At approximately 1:15PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Felias arrived unannounced to conduct a 1-Year Required Visit and met with Administrator, Rufus Zingkhai. The visit is focused on the Infection and Control Practices of this facility. Upon arrival at the facility, LPA had their temperature checked and logged. LPA answered a standard COVID-symptom questionnaire. LPA conducted a walk-through of the facility and observed the following: COVID-19 signs were observed at the entry way and throughout the facility. Hand-washing signs were observed in the bathrooms and at sinks. All staff present were observed to be wearing a mask. The facility was found to be clean and at a comfortable temperature with all exits free from obstruction. Facility has a cleaning and disinfecting schedule that occurs at least two to three times per day. Facility has at least a 30-day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and medication for Residents. Staff and Residents are screened daily for COVID-19 symptoms and it is logged into facility binders. LPA and Administrator discussed N-95 Fit testing, Activities, and PPE. Facility has a plan in place if a staffing shortage were to occur. Fire extinguishers were last serviced September 2021. Facility has a Central Pull Fire Alarm system that is directly connected to the Fire Department. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors were tested and operational. Continued on LIC-809C Continued from LIC-809 LPA requested the following documents to update facility file: Administrative Organization (LIC 309) Articles of Incorporation or Organization Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC 308) Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610D) Personnel Report (LIC 500) Surety Bond (LIC 402) Register of Clients/Residents (LIC 9020) Liability Insurance Current Administrator Certificate Documents to be submitted to Community Care Licensing (CCL) by Friday, September 30, 2022 No Deficiencies cited during this inspection. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report discussed and provided to Administrator. Signature on form confirms receipt of documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 23, 2022

20213 state visits · 3 documents

Dec 17, 2021Facility evaluation reportCase Management - IncidentReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Incident

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Farhaan Sarangi arrived unannounced at Golden Home Extended Care, Inc for the purpose of conducting a Case Management-Incident inspection. LPA was greeted at the door by Administrator, Rufus Zingkhai and was granted access into the facility. During this Case Management-Incident, LPA interviewed S2, Administrator, Client #1 and obtained a facility sketch. LPA reviewed the following files: -Client file -Staff files for S1 and S2 -Disciplinary Records (including write ups, etc) Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was emailed to the Administrator, Rufus Zingkhai.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 17, 2021
Nov 19, 2021Facility evaluation reportCase Management - IncidentReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Incident

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Farhaan Sarangi arrived unannounced at Golden Home Extended Care, Inc for the purpose of conducting a Case Management-Incident inspection. LPA was greeted at the door by Administrator, Rufus Zingkhai and was granted access into the facility. LPA interviewed Administrator, R1 and R2 regarding the Special Incident Report. LPA will interview night staff at a later date and time. LPA requested the following documents: -LIC 602 -Care Plan -LIC 500 -Contact information for night staff -Staff training Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was emailed to the Administrator, Rufus Zingkhai.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 19, 2021
Jul 22, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Farhaan Sarangi arrived at Golden Home Extended Care, Inc. for the purpose of conducting a Required-1 year inspection. LPA was greeted at the double doors by Med tech, Melvin Acala. Med tech granted access into the facility. Administrator arrived at 10:47 AM and greeted LPA. LPA began a tour with the Administrator at 10:47 AM. Building and grounds were found to be clean and a comfortable temperature of 75 degrees at the time of the Required-1 year inspection. LPA observed all walkways and exits to be unobstructed. The amount of fresh and non-perishable foods was within regulation. Toxins are secured in a locked laundry room and not accessible to clients. There is a sufficient supply of hygiene products and linens on hand for client use. Water temperature measured within regulation between 105 and 120 degrees F. There were 3 fire extinguishers which were last charged August 2020. Smoke detectors were tested and found to be in working order. Carbon monoxide detectors were located in client’s hallways and were tested and found to be in working order. Disaster/Fire drills are conducted quarterly with the last drill conducted May 2021. Medication is centrally stored in a staff office locked safely in medication drawers. LPA advised facility to contact County Public Health and Community Care Licensing immediately if symptoms or COVID-19 + in the facility. Facility has PPE supply stored in the storage office located in the staff room. Staff have had all PPE training required on file and still working towards acquiring N-95 fit testing. No deficiencies were observed or cited during today's Required 1- Year inspection. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was emailed to the facility Administrator, Rufus Zingkhai.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 22, 2021

19 of 28 beds were occupied at the April 15, 2026 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.

License holder

Golden Home Extended Care, Inc., licensed since 2009.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2009, as the state’s facility page counts them
State visits on file
12
Total complaints
2
Substantiated allegations
1
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
1

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2009, 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 citations11
Substantiated allegations12
Total complaints26

“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 1,354 licensed larger communities (16+ 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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Quick answers about Golden Home Extended Care

Is Golden Home Extended Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Golden Home Extended Care licensed for?

28 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Has Golden Home Extended Care been cited?

0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2009, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 12 state visits over the same years.

Is Golden Home Extended Care still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 10, 2026.

What does Golden Home Extended Care cost?

$7,000 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.

Among 8 other homes of a similar licensed size across Marin County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $5,150 to $7,250 a month, and the middle figure is $6,000 (n = 8 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 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.

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Does Golden Home Extended 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 Golden Home Extended Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Rafael 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 Golden Home Extended 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?”

Golden Home Extended Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “GOLDEN HOME EXTENDED CARE, INC.”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #216803145. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • Licensed for 28 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • Licensed to Golden Home Extended Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2009, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 12 state inspection visits since 2009, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation on file since 2009, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 12 state visits in that period.
  • 2 complaints and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2009, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • 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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