Large community · Licensed for 258 · Carmel
Carmel Valley Manor
8545 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, CA 93923Licensed since 1993
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · October 26, 2026
- Languages spoken: EnglishReported on Caring.com · September 9, 2026
- Licensed for 258: a large care communityThe state license record
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Care and support
- Wheelchairup to 24 residents
- Dementia
- Hospiceup to 5 residents
Not on file: bedridden 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
24 MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY TO BE HOUSED IN HILLCREST ROOM 102-211. WAIVER ON FILE TO ALLOW FACILITY TO CARE FOR UP TO 12 RESIDENTS WITH DEMENTIA AND HOSPICE WAIVER FOR FIVE(5) HOSPICE RESIDENTS.
938 - CONTINUE CARE CONTRACT (CCC)
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.
Assisted living
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Activities of daily living the home lists help withPersonal care
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
How often the physician visitsWeekly
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
How the home handles POLST / DNR / advance directivesCVM encourages end-of-life planning, including preparation of advance health care directives and POLST forms.
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated July 14, 2025.
Works with hospice
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated July 14, 2025.
Residents may keep their own doctor
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Immunizations
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
24-hour supervision claimedYes — “At Hillcrest, meals are served in the beautiful private dining room, snacks are available and fun activities are offered regularly.”
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Clinicians who come to the homePhysician
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Training topics namedThe Act and this Policy and Procedure
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated July 14, 2025.
Emergency call system
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Nurse coverageAppropriate CVM staff (including the Chief Operating Officer, Director of Nurses, and Clinic Manager or their designee(s)) will:
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated July 14, 2025.
As needs change
Medicines
Level of medication service: assistance with self administration
cvmanor.com · February 18, 2026
Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 5 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Carmel Valley Manor: two-person transfers or a lift and who is awake overnight. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,900a month to start
Likely $3,800–$6,200
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Costs & moving in
How care costs are added to the rentAll inclusive — “Life Care Contract”
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated May 26, 2026.
What the base rate includesHigher level of care
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Monthly cost breakdownWith a studio and basic help · room, care and fees$4,900likely a month
Starting monthly rate$4,900likely $3,800–$6,200
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 communities with 50 or more beds within 16 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 $3,800–$6,350
- $4,900
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,650–$9,500
- $7,400
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
Rates at nearby homes8 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,858 to $6,795
8 homes like this within 16 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,350–$6,000.
- Cottages of CarmelCarmel · 4.3 mi · Large community$6,795Listed on its own website · studio apartments · seen October 27, 2026
- The Park LaneMonterey · 5.1 mi · Large community$5,400Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Merrill Gardens at MontereyMonterey · 5.2 mi · Large community$4,395Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Ivy Park of MontereyMonterey · 5.7 mi · Large community$4,295Listed on its own website · studio apartments · seen October 27, 2026
- Pacific Grove Senior LivingPacific Grove · 7.8 mi · Large community$2,858Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Madonna GardensSalinas · 12 mi · Large community$3,595Listed on its own website · assisted living studio with patio · seen October 27, 2026
- Ivy Park at SalinasSalinas · 12 mi · Large community$4,895Listed on its own website · one-bedroom apartments · seen October 27, 2026
- Vista Harden RanchSalinas · 16 mi · Large community$3,795Listed 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 8 communities with 50 or more beds within 16 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
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 (17)Private rooms · Building type · Room types
Private rooms
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Building typeCampus
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Room typesGround floor residences
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Outdoor spaceOutdoor patios · Lush gardens · Lush, colorful gardens · Scenic trails · Community garden · Natural landscapes · and 5 more
Outdoor patios · Lush gardens · Private patios · Lanai-balconies — reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Lush, colorful gardens · Outdoor patio · Gardens — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated May 26, 2026.
Scenic trails · Community garden · Natural landscapes — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Garden — reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
The room opens directly onto a patio, porch or garden
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Common areasViews · Gardens · Dining room · Lounges · Fitness center · Private Dining Room · and 1 more
Views · Gardens · Airy dining room — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated May 26, 2026.
Dining room · Lounges · Fitness center · Private Dining Room — reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Policy on moving rooms after admissionResidents can customize, redecorate, renovate where they live. We highly encourage individuality and welcome it.
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated June 11, 2026.
Private space for family visits
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Kitchenette in the unit
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
LaundryShared laundry room
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Telephone in the room
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Housekeeping frequencyWeekly
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Ground-floor units
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Visitor parking
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
AmenitiesGardener · Chef · Personal trainer · Dining room · Fitness center · Library · and 18 more
Gardener · Chef · Personal trainer · Lawns and gardens · Craft rooms · Self-service laundries · Meeting house · Lounges · Lighted parking space — reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Dining room · Fitness center · Library · Computer center · Swimming pool · Spa · Games and recreation areas · Art studios — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated June 11, 2026.
Fully equipped fitness center · Community garden · Scenic trails · Fitness center with professional staff — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Private dining room · Valley Bistro · The Pavilion Dining Room — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated May 26, 2026.
Housekeeping
Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Salon or barber
Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Meals, preferences & familiar food (11)Meals provided per day · Snacks available · Residents choose between options at each meal
Meals provided per day3
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Snacks available
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Residents choose between options at each meal
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated May 26, 2026.
Dishes the home names, on a published menu or in its own description of its foodSalad bar (dessert bar selection includes) · Ice cream (dessert bar selection includes) · Organic Summer Berry Salad with Pt Reyes blue cheese, walnuts, mixed greens and herb vinaigrette · Daily pizza special
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated May 26, 2026.
Meal timesBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner six days a week · Sunday and holiday breakfast · Sunday and holiday gourmet brunch · Gourmet brunch · and 1 more
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner six days a week · Sunday and holiday breakfast · Sunday and holiday gourmet brunch · Gourmet brunch · Dinner — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated May 26, 2026.
Family may eat with the resident
Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Meals provided
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Professional chef
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated May 26, 2026.
Places to eat on siteOutdoor patio · Private dining room · Valley Bistro · The Pavilion Dining Room · Main Dining Room · Dining room · and 1 more
Outdoor patio · Private dining room · Valley Bistro · The Pavilion Dining Room — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated May 26, 2026.
Main Dining Room — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Dining room — reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Casual dining room — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated June 11, 2026.
Organic food
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated April 21, 2026.
Dining atmosphereElegant dining room
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Activities & the rhythm of a day (6)Activity types offered · Activity calendar published · Exercise or fitness program
Activity types offeredIntellectual · Cultural · Educational · Spiritual · Group classes · Social and recreational events · and 31 more
Intellectual · Cultural · Educational · Spiritual — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated June 11, 2026.
Group classes · Socializing outdoors — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Social and recreational events · Symphony Preview · Strengthening / Balance · Sing for Fun · Sherry in the Lounge · Sewing Class · Residents' Shop · Residents' Garden · Putting / Croquet · Music in the Library · Monday Morning Forum · Lawn Bowling · Interior Decorating Advisory Program · Holiday Activities · Hillcrest Music · Health Advisory Program · Half-Fast Walkers · Flower Arrangements · Fitness Center · Day Trippers · Business & Computer Center · Aqua Aerobics · Art & Photography — reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Programs addressing end-of-life planning · Programs addressing grief · Programs addressing aging · End-of-life planning · Grief · Aging · Serious illness · Related issues — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated July 14, 2025.
Activity calendar published
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Exercise or fitness programModerate exercise · Socializing outdoors · Lap swimming · Water aerobics · Half-Fast Walkers
Moderate exercise · Socializing outdoors · Lap swimming · Water aerobics — reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Half-Fast Walkers — reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Trips outside the home
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Resident-run activities
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated February 18, 2026.
Religious services at the home
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Faith, culture & language (3)LGBTQ-welcoming stated · Languages spoken by caregivers · Gender mix as stated
LGBTQ-welcoming stated
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated June 11, 2026.
Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish
Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Gender mix as statedMixed
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated June 11, 2026.
Pets, routines & independence (3)Residents may bring a pet · Residents' council · Pet types allowed
Residents may bring a pet
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated June 11, 2026.
Residents' council
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Pet types allowedDogs · Cats
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated May 26, 2026.
Visiting & staying involved (7)Limits on transportation · Tour scheduling link · Neighborhood or area named
Limits on transportationTo Carmel and Monterey
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
- Open on the website
Tour scheduling link
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated August 7, 2025.
Neighborhood or area namedCarmel, California 93923
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Transport for shopping and errands
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated May 26, 2026.
- Open on the website
Contact form
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated August 7, 2025.
Transport for group outings
Reported on cvmanor.com · source dated May 26, 2026.
Transportation
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
About the home (2)Brand or trade name · For-profit or nonprofit
Brand or trade nameCarmel Valley Manor
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
For-profit or nonprofitNonprofit
Reported on cvmanor.com · seen October 5, 2026.
Where it is
8545 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, CA 93923Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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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 #270700110 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 5 of 7 documents
20252 state visits · 3 documents
Oct 23, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 10/23/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V Gorban arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Administrator and Chief Operating Officer (AD) Christine Regan, certification number 7018654740, and expiration date LPA conducted tour inside and out of facility with AD. Residents observed at the facility during lunch time. The facility comprised assisted living section with a census of 15 residents and independent living section with a census of 180 residents. During the facility tour, rooms and hallways were observed to be at a comfortable temperature of 76 degrees, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards observed. Fire extinguisher was observed with a service date of 08/21/2025. Per records, last emergency drill conducted on 08/12/2025 Dining area and Kitchen were toured. LPA interviewed Director of Dinning. Food delivered to the facility 6 days a week. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed to be properly stored in freezer (with temperature -2 degrees F), refrigerator ( with temperature 39 degrees F), and pantry (no perishable food reviewed by staff . Food is delivered by US Foods twice a week on Tuesdays and Fridays. Refrigerator temperature was maintained at 39.0-degree F. and freezer was maintained at -2-degree F. Residents' rooms were toured and observed with adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lighting. Hot water temperature tested and within regulation requirements. LPA observed securely fastened grab bar and non-skid mats missed in couple rooms toured Report continues on attached LIC809-C Medications were stored in a locked medication room in a medication cart. Facility use Poinclickcare for medication and ministration and records. Medications records were reviewed. First Aid Kit was stored in medication room and observed with all required items. Adequate PPE supplies was observed. LPA toured laundry room and observed chemicals were stored and locked for staff use only. Facility courtyard was toured and observed to be free from debris. There was outdoor seating available for the residents. Residents’ files were reviewed to have updated emergency contact, Admission agreement, Needs and Services Plan and Pre-Appraisal Plan. A sample of staff files were reviewed. Staff files were observed to have current First Aid/CPR, Health screening, and Personnel record. Staff are fingerprinted clear and associated to the facility. Community Care Licensing (CCL) is always striving to have facility files that reflect the most accurate & up to date information for your facility. In an effort to maintain your facility file, please submit the most current & complete forms &/or information as identified below: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE): · LIC 308 Designation of Facility Responsibility · LIC 309 Administrative Organization · LIC 500 Personnel Report · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan For Residential Care Facilities For The Elderly · LIC 9020 Register of Facility Clients/Residents Please submit the above forms/information to Fresno CCL by: 10/29/2025 As an operator of a Community Care Licensed facility it is your responsibility to be aware of and in compliance with all regulations, including Chaptered Legislation. Go to www.ccld.ca.gov to stay updated and informed. No deficiencies issued during this inspection. An exit interview was conducted with the AD. A copy of this report was given to the AD, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these reports.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2025
Oct 23, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - IncidentReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Incident
On 10/23/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V Gorban arrived unannounced to conduct a case management visit regarding the incident report. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit and met with Resident Service Director Nina Francetic. Administrator Chris Regan was notified and was able to attend the visit. The purpose of the visit is to follow up on the incident reported to Licensing office on 09/16/25. Per report, R1, when returned to her room, was not able to locate her personal items that were left in the room with the front door left unlocked. Licensing office was notified via incident report. Law enforcement was contacted and sheriff visited the facility on 09/12/25 to conduct the investigation. Per facility no event number provided. LPA requested facility records for review and will follow up with the facility at later time. No deficiency was observed or cited during this visit. An exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report was provided to administrator, whose signature confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2025
Jun 27, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - OtherReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
On 06/27/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V Gorban conducted an unannounced Case Management visit. LPA introduced self, stated purpose of visit and allowed entrance. LPA met with Residential Care Director, administrator was notified but was able to attend the visit. The purpose of this visit is to verify that Staff (S1) is not on the property. LPA provided a copy of Decision and Order to administrator via email on June 13th, 2025, as mailed copy was sent to main office. S1 Last day at the facility was on June 12th, 2025 Residential Care Director understands that S1 is excluded and not permitted to be on the grounds at any time. There were no deficiencies cited. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report provided for facility recordsthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 27, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Nov 1, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 11/01/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V Gorban arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Administrator (AD) Chris Regan, certification number 6051485740 and expiration date 02/25/2025. LPA conducted tour inside and out of facility with AD. Residents observed at the facility during lunch. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature of 76 degrees, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards observed. Fire extinguisher was observed with a service date of 07/30/2024 Dining area and Kitchen were toured. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed to be properly stored in freezer, refrigerator, and pantry. Food is delivered once a week on Thursdays. Refrigerator temperature was maintained at 40.0-degree F. and freezer was maintained at -2-degree F. Residents' rooms were toured and observed with adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lighting. Hot water temperature tested at 112 degrees F. LPA observed securely fastened grab bar and non-skid mat in shower area. Medications were stored in a locked medication room in a medication cart. Medications records were reviewed. First Aid Kit was stored in medication room and observed with all required items. Adequate PPE supplies was observed. LPA toured laundry room and observed chemicals were stored and locked for staff use only. Facility courtyard was toured and observed to be free from debris. There was outdoor seating available for the residents. A sample of residents’ file was reviewed to have updated emergency contact, Admission agreement, Needs and Services Plan and Pre-Appraisal Plan. A sample of staff files were reviewed. Staff files were observed to have current First Aid/CPR, Health screening, and Personnel record. Staff are fingerprinted clear and associated to the facility. Community Care Licensing (CCL) is always striving to have facility files that reflect the most accurate & up to date information for your facility. In an effort to maintain your facility file, please submit the most current & complete forms &/or information as identified below: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE): · LIC 308 Designation of Facility Responsibility · LIC 309 Administrative Organization · LIC 500 Personnel Report · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan For Residential Care Facilities For The Elderly · LIC 9020 Register of Facility Clients/Residents Please submit the above forms/information to Fresno CCL by: 11/04/2024 As an operator of a Community Care Licensed facility it is your responsibility to be aware of and in compliance with all regulations, including Chaptered Legislation. Go to www.ccld.ca.gov to stay updated and informed. No deficiencies issued during this inspection. An exit interview was conducted with the ED. A copy of this report was given to the ED, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these reports.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 1, 2024
20231 state visit · 1 document
Nov 20, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 11/20/2023, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) D. Ayers arrived unannounced to conduct a Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Administrator Chris Regan and Residential Care Director Nina Francetic and announced the purpose of the visit. Administrator Certification is current with renewal date 2/25/2025. LPA toured the facility inside and outside. All passageways and exits were clear and free from obstruction. Fire extinguishers were recently serviced and facility has a sprinkler system. LPA toured the facility kitchen and observed an adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable foodstuffs. Kitchen and all common areas were clean, well-lit, and odor-free. Facility had adequate supply of emergency food, personal protective equipment, and first aid supplies. LPA reviewed emergency-disaster plan and records of emergency drills. All outdoor areas are free from hazards and have enough seating for residents. LPA toured a sample of resident bedrooms and bathrooms, which were observed to be clean, with all fixtures and appliances functioning properly. Bathrooms were clean and were equipped with required grab-bars and non-skid mats. LPA observed centrally stored medications to be properly stored and secured, and medications appeared to be administered properly. LPA reviewed a sample of resident and staff files. Files contained required documentation and records. LPA requested the following files to be provided by 11/27/2023: LIC 500, LIC 308, LIC 9020a. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. A copy of the report was provided and exit interview conducted with Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 20, 2023
Earlier years2021 to 2022 · 2 documents
20221 state visit · 1 document
Nov 17, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sarah Hurt conducted an unannounced visit today for the facility’s annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Christine Regan, Continual Administrator's Certification expires 02/25/2023. There are currently 24 residents who reside at this home and there is no residents on hospice at this time. LPA inspected the interior and the exterior of the facility including the common living spaces, resident bedrooms and bathrooms, activity rooms, medication storage, kitchen, salon, physical therapy room, and outdoor areas. Bedrooms were clean and in good repair. There is a locked storage for medications. Food supply is adequate for 2-day perishable and 7-day nonperishable. LPA observed all facility staff is wearing face masks, and asking COVID 19 screening questions at entrance. Fire extinguisher is within the safety regulation period. Smoke alarms were tested and are operational. The facility has a carbon monoxide detector and performs disaster drills as required. Water temperature was tested between 107 and 122 degrees. Toxins and cleaning supplies are locked and inaccessible. LPA confirmed all staff present has COVID 19 vaccine cards or exemptions on file. LPA confirmed all staff present is background cleared. There were no deficiencies observed or cited during today's inspection per California Code of Regulations, Title 22. LPA's requested the following documents: LIC 500 Personnel Report, LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility, LIC 610-E the Emergency Disaster Plan and copy of current Administrator’s Certificate to update the facility file. Listed documents shall be sent to Licensing. Exit interview conducted with Administrator, Christine Regan and copy of report left at facilitythe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 17, 2022
20211 state visit · 1 document
Nov 18, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marybeth Donovan conducted an unannounced Required - 1 Year Annual Inspection to include Infection Control site visit and met with Pam Ziering Assisted Living Manager and Chris Regan Health Services Administrator. LPA toured the facility inside and out. All fire exit routes were free and clear of obstructions. Medications are stored in a locked medication room. Toxins, cleaning supplies, knives and sharp objects are secured. Facility observed to have designated entry point for COVID 19 symptom screening with questionnaire. LPA reviewed Staff and Visitor Screening Log, COVID 19 Daily Staff Log, Resident Daily Temperature Log, Residents Emergency Information, Staff Communication Log and Emergency Disaster Plan. Bathrooms observed to be supplied with hygiene products and hand washing signs posted. In addition, other signs included How to Wear a Mask, Droplet Precautions, and COVID 19 Symptoms. Educational Video displayed providing infectious disease prevention and mitigation practices. Hand sanitizer stations available throughout the facility. LPA observed supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). All staff are N95 Fit Tested. LPA reviewed Provider Information PIN 21-49-ASC dated November 17.2021, Subject Updated Guidance on communal dining, group activities, entertainment, non-essential services and transportation with Pam Ziering Assisted Living Manager and Chris Regan Health Services Administrator. No citations issued per the California Code of Regulations Tittle 22. LPA reviewed report with Pam Ziering Assisted Living Manager and Chris Regan Health Services Administrator and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 18, 2021
License holder
Northern California Congregational Retirement Home, licensed since 1993.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 1993, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 7
- 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 1993, 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 | 1 |
| Substantiated allegations | 0 | 2 |
| Total complaints | 0 | 6 |
“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
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Carmel Valley Manor
Is Carmel Valley Manor licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Carmel Valley Manor licensed for?
258 residents — a large community, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Carmel Valley Manor been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 1993, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.
Is Carmel Valley Manor still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.
What does Carmel Valley Manor cost?
$4,900 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,800–$6,200. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 communities with 50 or more beds within 16 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 8 other homes of a similar licensed size across Monterey County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,695 to $5,148 a month, and the middle figure is $4,345 (n = 8 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 Carmel Valley Manor 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 Northern California Congregational Retirement Home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Can Carmel Valley Manor keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 5 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Carmel Valley Manor license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “CARMEL VALLEY MANOR”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #270700110. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 258 residents — a large community, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Northern California Congregational Retirement Home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 1993, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 7 state inspection visits since 1993, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 1993, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 1993, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is October 23, 2025, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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