Small home · Licensed for 6 · Citrus Heights

Serene Residential Living

7125 Brayton Ave, Citrus Heights, CA 95621Licensed since 2024

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$4,950 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,100 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. APPROVED FOR SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR SIX (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 Serene Residential Living: 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

$4,950a month to start

Likely $4,050–$6,100

From 10 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$4,950likely 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$4,950likely $4,050–$6,100
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar homes within 3 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 $4,050–$6,250: $4,950
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,750–$9,450: $7,450

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 homes10 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,500 to $9,000

10 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$6,000.

Glorious Homes #1Citrus Heights · 1.7 mi · Small home
$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Best Life Home CareCitrus Heights · 1.8 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Mount Hood Serenity CareSacramento · 2.3 mi · Small home
$3,800Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Magnolia Elderly Care HomeFair Oaks · 2.6 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
All Seasons HialeahFair Oaks · 2.7 mi · Small home
$9,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
Hollister Care HomeCarmichael · 2.7 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Comfort & CareOrangevale · 2.7 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Love You MomOrangevale · 2.8 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Splendor Oaks Senior Living 1Carmichael · 2.9 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Splendor Oaks Senior Living #3Fair Oaks · 2.9 mi · Mid-size home
$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026

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

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar homes within 3 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.

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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

7125 Brayton Ave, Citrus Heights, CA 95621Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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Mercy San Juan Medical CenterHospital · 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 #345920134 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 5 of 5 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

Sep 22, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cheyenne Ratajczak arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required 1 year annual inspection. LPA met with Licensee Cathy Marvos and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA and Licensee conducted a tour of the facility. Areas toured include but not limited to resident bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, laundry, common areas and backyard . LPA observed required furniture, and lighting throughout the residents' bedrooms and facility. LPA observed food supplies of non-perishables for a minimum of seven (7) days and perishable foods for a minimum of two (2) days. Toxins, medications and knives are locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Fire extinguisher was last inspected on 06/29/2026. LPA observed fire detectors and carbon monoxide detectors to be operable. LPA observed required Licensing posters posted throughout the facility. LPA reviewed six (6) resident files. Resident files contain signed admission agreements, physician's reports, appraisals, identification sheets, releases, and resident's rights. LPA reviewed two (2) staff files. A review of staff records indicates that all facility staff has received criminal record clearances and/or are associated to this facility. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of todays inspection. Exit interview conducted and copy of the report and LIC809G was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 22, 2026

20252 state visits · 2 documents

Aug 27, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cheyenne Ratajczak arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required 1 year annual inspection. LPA met with Licensee Cathy Marvos and Administrator Liza Seguban and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA, Licensee and Administrator conducted a tour of the facility. Areas toured include but not limited to resident bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common areas and garage . LPA observed required furniture, and lighting throughout the residents' bedrooms and facility. LPA observed food supplies of non-perishables for a minimum of seven (7) days and perishable foods for a minimum of two (2) days. Toxins, cleaning supplies and knives are locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Fire extinguisher was last inspected on 08/14/2025. LPA observed fire detectors and carbon monoxide detectors to be operable. LPA observed drill logs which are being conducted quarterly. LPA observed required Licensing posters posted throughout the facility. LPA reviewed four (4) resident files. Resident files contain signed admission agreements, physician's reports, appraisals, identification sheets, releases, and resident's rights. LPA reviewed four (4) staff files. A review of staff records indicates that all facility staff has received criminal record clearances and/or are associated to this facility. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of todays inspection. Exit interview conducted and copy of the report and LIC809G was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 27, 2025

Jan 8, 2025Facility evaluation reportPost LicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Post Licensing

On 01/08/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cheyenne Ratajczak arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a post licensing inspection. LPA met with Administrator Liza Seguban and explained the purpose of the visit. Today's census is three (3) residents with two (2) resident on hospice services. Facility is licensed for six (6) residents and hospice waiver of two (2). LPA and Administrator conducted a tour of the interior and exterior of the facility to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but not limited to resident bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, dinning room, garage and common areas. LPA observed sharps, toxins and medication to be locked and secured. LPA observed the facility to have two (2) days of perishable and seven (7) days of nonperishable foods. LPA observed fire extinguisher to be last serviced on 08/20/24. LPA and Administrator completed the post-licensing inspection tool and facility was found to be in compliance. LPA conducted a file review of three (3) residents files and (2) personnel files. As a result of today's inspection, no deficiencies cited. Exit interview conducted and a copy of the report was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 8, 2025

20242 state visits · 2 documents

Sep 26, 2024Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 09/26/24 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Cheyenne Ratajczak and Graham Gunby arrived at the facility announced and met with Applicant Cathy Marvos to conduct a Pre-licensing visit. The facility has an approved fire clearance for six (6) non ambulatory residents. During today's inspection, LPAs and Applicant conducted a tour of the interior and exterior of the facility to ensure there is no immediate health, safety and personal rights violation. LPAs conducted a tour of three (3) shared bedrooms, two (2) bathroom, laundry room, kitchen, garage, backyard, and common areas. LPAs observed resident bedrooms to have the proper furniture. LPAs observed the facility to have a proper storage for medications, toxins and sharps which is locked and inaccessible. LPAs observed facility to have ample supply of personal hygiene, linen, and non-perishable foods. LPAs observed the exterior of the facility to be free of obstruction. LPAs observed the facility to have the required posters of Community Care Licensing. LPAs observed fire extinguisher serviced on 8/20/24. The temperature in the facility was 73 degrees Fahrenheit during the time of visit LPAs and Applicant completed the inspection tool and Comp III. Pre-Licensing completed and no deficiencies was observed. LPAs will forward findings to the Centralized Application Bureau (CAB) that facility met all the pre-licensing components. Applicant has satisfied all requirements in accordance to Title 22, California Code of Regulations on today's pre-licensing inspection. Exit interview conducted a copy of the report was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 26, 2024

Aug 29, 2024Facility evaluation reportOfficeReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Interview Method: Telephone interview On 8/29/2024, 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 ID 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, Aug 29, 2024

License holder

Cathy Marvos, licensed since 2024.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2024, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 5
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 2024, 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

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.

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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 Serene Residential Living

Is Serene Residential Living licensed?

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

How many residents is Serene Residential Living licensed for?

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

Has Serene Residential Living been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is Serene Residential Living still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.

What does Serene Residential Living cost?

$4,950 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,050–$6,100. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Among 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Citrus Heights that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $5,625 a month, and the middle figure is $4,800 (n = 5 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.

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 Serene Residential Living 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 Cathy Marvos, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Mercy San Juan Medical Center 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 Serene Residential Living 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.