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Home Sweet HomeLicense #397005496 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareHome Sweet HomeLicense #397005496 · 1330 W. Walnut Street, Lodi, CA · (209) 369-7272Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
Home/California/San Joaquin County/Lodi/Home Sweet Home
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Estimated starting rate$4,250/mo

Covelight estimate · likely $3,350–$5,600 · See costs

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  • (209) 369-7272

    From the state licensing record · October 26, 2026

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Lodi · Licensed for 11

(209) 369-7272

From the state licensing record · October 26, 2026

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info@homesweethomelodi.com · general email · seen October 5, 2026

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Mid-size home · Licensed for 11 · Lodi

Home Sweet Home

1330 W. Walnut Street, Lodi, CA 95242 · Licensed since 2015

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Home Sweet Home

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$4,250 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $3,350–$5,600 See costs

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
  • Languages spoken: EnglishReported on A Place for Mom · September 9, 2026
  • Ways to pay: Medi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · October 1, 2026

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Care and support

  • Wheelchairup to 6 residents
  • Hospiceup to 3 residents
  • Bedridden

Not on file: dementia approval.

Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
LICENSED FOR A CAPACITY OF 11 RESIDENTS OF WHCIH 4 MAY BE AMBULATORY, 6 NON-AMBULATORY AND 1 BEDRIDDEN. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 3 RESIDENTS. AGES 60 AND OVER.

935 - ELDERLY

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.

  • Help with bathing or showering

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

  • Medication management

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

  • Diabetes care

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

  • Incontinence care

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

  • Works with a Regional Center

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

  • Help with dressing and grooming

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

  • Activities of daily living the home lists help withCooking · Cleaning · Bathing · Dressing · Medication management · Incontinence management

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

  • 24-hour supervision claimed

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 3 — care may continue at the end of life

    State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Home Sweet Home: 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

$4,250a month to start

Likely $3,350–$5,600

From 15 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

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

  • What the base rate includesRoom · Meals · Personal care · Medication assistance · Activities · Laundry · and 2 more

    Room · Meals · Personal care · Medication assistance · Activities · Laundry · Housekeeping · Medications assistance — reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$4,250likely 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$4,250likely $3,350–$5,600

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 15 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 25 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.

  • Help with daily careIncludedper the home

    The home lists its rent as all-inclusive on its own website, seen October 5, 2026. Ask which care needs would change the monthly rate.

  • 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 $3,350–$5,600
$4,250
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,050–$8,800
$6,750
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home appears on the DHCS participation list, October 1, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. On the waiver, a resident on SSI/SSP pays the home $1,444.07 a month for room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Rates at nearby homes15 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,000 to $6,500

$2,000$6,500

EstimateLikely rangeA nearby home’s published starting rate

15 homes like this within 25 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,000–$5,500.

  • Oasis Guest HomeStockton · 6.8 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Chianti JoyStockton · 6.9 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026
  • Briones Family HomecareStockton · 15 mi · Small home
    $3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Diamond CareFrench Camp · 17 mi · Mid-size home
    $6,500Listed 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.
  • Sunshine Glory Care HomeWilton · 19 mi · Mid-size home
    $3,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Autumn Grove Senior LivingElk Grove · 20 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on its own website · shared room, starting price · seen October 5, 2026
  • Comforts of Home GavirateElk Grove · 20 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
  • Spring View Gardens Care HomeElk Grove · 20 mi · Small home
    $3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Comforts of Home Laguna ParkElk Grove · 22 mi · Small home
    $6,000Listed on its own website · base rate including all services and board/care · seen October 27, 2026
  • Yellow OrchidElk Grove · 22 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Immaculate Care HomeElk Grove · 22 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Golden Star HomeRio Vista · 22 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
  • Gene-Lyn Guest HomeSacramento · 24 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Siebenthal Care HomeSacramento · 24 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Maria Teresa Home CareSacramento · 25 mi · Small home
    $2,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 15 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 25 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.

Ask for the price

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 (10)Private bathroom · Outdoor space · Wifi
  • Private bathroom

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

  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor Common Areas

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

  • Wifi

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

  • Room typesPrivate · Semi-Private

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

  • Common areasIndoor Common Areas

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

  • Roll-in / accessible shower

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

  • LaundryDone by staff

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

  • Emergency call system in the room

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

  • Housekeeping frequencyAs needed

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

  • AmenitiesTelephone · Cable · Wi-Fi

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

Meals, preferences & familiar food (3)Snacks available · Meals provided · Dining atmosphere
  • Snacks available

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

  • Meals provided

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

  • Dining atmosphereHealthy & nutritious

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

Activities & the rhythm of a day (2)Activity types offered · Trips outside the home
  • Activity types offeredRecreational activities · Social activities · Recreational · Social · Activities On-site

    Recreational activities · Social activities · Recreational · Social — reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

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

  • Trips outside the home

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

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

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

Pets, routines & independence (1)Visiting hours
  • Visiting hoursOpen anytime

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

Visiting & staying involved (2)Contact form · Setting
  • Contact form

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

    Open on the website ↗
  • SettingResidential neighborhood

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

About the home (1)Brand or trade name
  • Brand or trade nameHome Sweet Home

    Reported on homesweethomelodi.com · source dated June 4, 2026.

Where it is

1330 W. Walnut Street, Lodi, CA 95242Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1Adventist Health Lodi MemorialHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list0.7 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 #397005496 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 5 of 8 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

Jan 14, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kesha Lewis arrived at this facility unannounced to conduct a Required 1 Year Annual Inspection Visit. LPA was met by staff and administrator joined 15 minutes later. LPA explained the purpose of the visit to Administrator and staff. LPA and staff inspected the physical plant including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, laundry area, living area and other common areas, as well as outside of the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. Facility is a 10 bed facility with a current census of 9. There is entry door is leading to the living room, kitchen with a hallway to the bedrooms and bathrooms. Chemicals and medications noted to be locked to residents in care. LPA also conducted the care tool. No bodies of water were observed at the facility. Hot water temperature was measured at 105 F degrees Fahrenheit in resident bathroom sink, which is within the required range of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. All necessary documents were in place. LPA observed the following posted on the facility wall: Facility license, sketch, See Something Say Something poster, Ombudsman poster, Theft and Loss Policy, Resident Bill of Rights, Rights of Resident/Family Councils. The facility submitted a LIC 808 mitigation plan, which was approved. The facility has central entry point. LPA observed the facility to have adequate food supply of 7 days non-perishables and 2 days perishables in place. Resident rooms were sanitary and had the required furniture and furnishings. LPA observed, fire extinguishers inspected on 10/06/2025 and current, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, central heating and air in the facility. The first aid kit was found in compliance. LPA reviewed three (3) staff files. All staff is fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility and staff have current First Aid or CPR certifications on file. Facility is conducting initial and continuing training as required. LPA reviewed three (3) resident facility files, COVID-19 Plan, and survey binder. All necessary documents were in place. Exit interview held with staff and copies of reports left at conclusion of visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 14, 2026

20251 state visit · 1 document

Jan 15, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kesha Lewis arrived at this facility unannounced to conduct a Required 1 Year Annual Inspection Visit. LPA was met by staff and administrator joined 40 minutes later. LPA explained the purpose of the visit to Administrator and staff. LPA and administrator inspected the physical plant including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, laundry area, living area and other common areas, as well as outside of the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. Facility is a 10 bed facility with a current census of 9. There is entry door is leading to the living room, kitchen with a hallway to the bedrooms and bathrooms. Chemicals and medications noted to be locked to residents in care. LPA also conducted the care tool. No bodies of water were observed at the facility. Hot water temperature was measured at 115 F degrees Fahrenheit in resident bathroom sink, which is within the required range of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. All necessary documents were in place. LPA observed the following posted on the facility wall: Facility license, sketch, See Something Say Something poster, Ombudsman poster, Theft and Loss Policy, Resident Bill of Rights, Rights of Resident/Family Councils. The facility submitted a LIC 808 mitigation plan, which was approved. The facility has central entry point. LPA observed the facility to have adequate food supply of 7 days non-perishables and 2 days perishables in place. Resident rooms were sanitary and had the required furniture and furnishings. LPA observed, fire extinguishers inspected on 10/15/2024 and current, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, central heating and air in the facility. The first aid kit was found in compliance. LPA reviewed two (2) staff files. All staff is fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility and staff have current First Aid or CPR certifications on file. Facility is conducting initial and continuing training as required. Staff S1 and S2 did not have valid CPR training in there file administrator called and staff took CPR training before LPA left the facility. Proof of completed training's will be emailed to LPA Lewis by COB 1/15/2025. LPA reviewed three (3) resident facility files, COVID-19 Plan, and survey binder. All necessary documents were in place. Exit interview held with staff and copies of reports left at conclusion of visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 15, 2025

20242 state visits · 2 documents

Apr 29, 2024Facility evaluation reportCase Management - IncidentReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Incident

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kesha Lewis arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of conducting a case management incident inspection regarding incident report received dated 01/02/2024 . LPA explained purpose of visit to staff. The incident report was regarding a resident falling and being sent to the hospital with a head injury. The facility fall policy and fall plan for R1 will be emailed to LPA by 2/5/2024. The facility provided a copy of R1'S IPP, discharge paperwork and 602 (Physician's report). LPA conducted facility tour with staff. LPA observed facility common areas, various resident rooms, kitchen area and hallways. Facility was observed by LPA to be clean and sanitary. Floors and walls were clean without prominent stains. Facility was observed to contain no foul odors. Food supply was adequate with 7 days of non-perishables and 2 days of perishable items in place. Fire extinguisher was full charged and current. Room temperature was 71*F. Smoke alarms and carbon detectors are functioning properly. Current census is 7. No obstructions to fire exits noted during today's tour. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was given.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 29, 2024
Jan 31, 2024Facility evaluation reportCase Management - OtherReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kesha Lewis arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of conducting a case management incident inspection regarding incident report received dated 01/02/2024 . LPA explained purpose of visit to staff. The incident report was regarding a resident falling and being sent to the hospital with a head injury. The facility fall policy and fall plan for R1 will be emailed to LPA by 2/5/2024. The facility provided a copy of R1'S IPP, discharge paperwork and 602 (Physician's report). This matter is still under investigation. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was given.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 31, 2024

20231 state visit · 1 document

Dec 4, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kesha Lewis arrived at this facility unannounced to conduct a Required 1 Year Annual Inspection Visit. LPA was met by staff. LPA explained the purpose of the visit to staff. LPA and staff inspected the physical plant including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, laundry area, living area and other common areas, as well as outside of the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. Facility is a 10 bed facility with a current census of 4. There is entry door is leading to the living room, kitchen with a hallway to the bedrooms and bathrooms. Chemicals and medications noted to be locked to residents in care. LPA also conducted the care tool. Hot water temperature was measured at 105 F degrees Fahrenheit in resident bathroom sink, which is within the required range of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. All necessary documents were in place. LPA observed the following posted on the facility wall: Facility license, sketch, See Something Say Something poster, Ombudsman poster, Theft and Loss Policy, Resident Bill of Rights, Rights of Resident/Family Councils. The facility submitted a LIC 808 mitigation plan, which was approved. The facility has central entry point. LPA observed the facility to have adequate food supply of 7 days non-perishables and 2 days perishables in place. Resident rooms were sanitary and had the required furniture and furnishings. LPA observed, fire extinguishers inspected on 11/02/2023 and current, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, central heating and air in the facility. The first aid kit was found in compliance containing at least the following: a current edition of a first aid manual approved by the American Red Cross, the American Medical Association or a state or federal health agency, sterile first aid dressings, bandages or roller bandages, adhesive tape, scissors, tweezers, thermometers, and Antiseptic solution. LPA reviewed two (2) staff files. All staff is fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility and staff have current First Aid or CPR certifications on file. Facility is conducting initial and continuing training as required. LPA reviewed three (3) resident facility files, COVID-19 Plan, and survey binder. All necessary documents were in place. Exit interview held with staff and copies of reports left at conclusion of visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 4, 2023
Earlier years2021 to 2023 · 3 documents

20231 state visit · 1 document

Jan 11, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ruth Wallace conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year Annual Inspection Visit. LPA met with Administrator and explained the purpose of today’s inspection. LPA was allowed entry into the facility that is licensed to serve a total capacity of 10 residents of which 4 may be ambulatory, 6 non-ambulatory, and 1 bedridden. LPA and administrator toured the facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 74 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 107.3 degrees Fahrenheit which is within the required regulation of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. There is a minimum of 7 day supply of nonperishable and 2 day of perishable foods. LPA observed smoke detector is interconnected with the fire department. Carbon monoxide was in operating condition during inspection. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 11/3/2022. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Fire drill was last conducted on 12/28/22. LPA observed completed mitigation plan. LPA reviewed two (2) resident files and two (2) staff files. LPA observed centrally stored medications, toxins and sharp knives kept locked and inaccessible to residents. LPA reviewed resident and staff roster. LPA reviewed staff associations to the facility. LPA requested the following forms to be submitted via email by February 6, 2023: LIC 308, LIC 610-E, Liability insurance Certificate, and Administrator Certificate. No deficiencies cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code. Exit interview held with Administrator and a copy of report given at the conclusion of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 11, 2023

20221 state visit · 1 document

Jan 20, 2022Facility evaluation reportAnnual/RandomReport on file

Type of visit: Annual/Random

At 9:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) T. White arrived to conduct an unannounced annual/required inspection on 01/20/2022. LPA met with Administrator, Irene Sauseda and explained the purpose of today’s inspection. LPA was allowed entry into the facility that is licensed to serve a total capacity of 11 residents of which 4 may be ambulatory, 6 non-ambulatory, and 1 bedridden. LPA toured the facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 72 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 118.2 degrees Fahrenheit. There is a minimum of 7-day supply of nonperishable and 2-day of perishable foods. LPA observed smoke detector is interconnected with the fire department. Carbon monoxide was in operating condition during inspection. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on November 14, 2021. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Fire drill was last conducted on 12/30/2021. LPA observed completed mitigation plan. LPA reviewed 3 resident files and 3 staff files. No deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Exit interview conducted with Administrator and a copy of report given.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 20, 2022

20211 state visit · 1 document

Dec 13, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anthony Tuck arrived to conduct an unannounced annual/random inspection on 12/13/2021. LPA met with Irene Sauseda and explained the purpose of the visit. Irene Sauseda is the Administrator and holds certificate #6021292740 that expires on 11/16/2020. This facility is a single story building licensed to serve eleven (11) residents of which 4 may be ambulatory, 6 may be non ambulatory and 1 bedridden. The facility is approved for a hospice waiver for up to 3 residents. LPA toured the physical plant including but not limited to two resident bedrooms, two resident bathrooms, garage and backyard area. LPA observed the facility to be free of odor, clean and in good repair. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. There are no bodies of water present. LPA observed sufficient seven day non-perishable and two day perishable food supplies. Hot water temperature was measured at (115) degrees Fahrenheit in resident bathroom sink, which is within the required regulation of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Fire extinguishers and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are in compliance with fire safety. Fire extinguisher last serviced 11/14/ 2021. Thermostat observed at (72) degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed centrally stored medications, toxins and sharp knives kept locked and inaccessible to clients. LPA reviewed resident and staff roster. LPA reviewed staff associations to the facility. First aid kit was checked and is complete. The following forms need updating and were received on 12/13/2021: LIC 308, LIC 500, LIC 610, LIC 9020, Certificate of liability insurance, administrator certificiate No deficiencies were found during today's visit. Exit interview held with Irene Sauseda and a copy of report given at the conclusion of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 13, 2021

The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

License holder

Michael Boese, licensed since 2015.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2015, as the state’s facility page counts them
State visits on file
8
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 2015, 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.

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Type A citations00
Type B citations00
Substantiated allegations00
Total complaints01

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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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Is Home Sweet Home licensed?

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

How many residents is Home Sweet Home licensed for?

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

Has Home Sweet Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2015, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 8 state visits over the same years.

Is Home Sweet Home still open?

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

What does Home Sweet Home cost?

$4,250 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,350–$5,600. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

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Does Home Sweet Home take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, October 1, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Michael Boese, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Adventist Health Lodi Memorial is 0.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Home Sweet Home keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 3 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Home Sweet Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “HOME SWEET HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #397005496. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • Licensed for 11 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • Licensed to Michael Boese, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2015, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 8 state inspection visits since 2015, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2015, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 8 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2015, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is January 14, 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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