Small home · Licensed for 4 · San Mateo

Norcal Care Home II

1706 Borden Street, San Mateo, CA 94403Licensed since 2010

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$5,850 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $4,800–$7,200 See costs

No openings reported

Approved by the state: WheelchairState licensing record · October 26, 2026
Licensed for 4: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

Wheelchairup to 4 residents

Not on file: dementia, hospice 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 YEARS AND OVER. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Norcal Care Home II: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines, staying through hospice 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

$5,850a month to start

Likely $4,800–$7,200

From 17 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$5,850likely a month

Room

Daily care

Sharing the room

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

Starting monthly rate$5,850likely $4,800–$7,200
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 17 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 $4,800–$7,350: $5,850
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,600–$10,500: $8,350

How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance

MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.

If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers

Rates at nearby homes17 nearby homes publish starting rates of $4,595 to $9,000

17 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $6,000–$8,050.

Roberta Care HomeSan Mateo · 0.1 mi · Small home
$4,595Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
Therese Residential Care HomeSan Mateo · 0.4 mi · Small home
$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
San Mateo VillaSan Mateo · 0.4 mi · Small home
$8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
Angel HavenSan Mateo · 0.6 mi · Small home
$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Ageway Boarding Care #2San Mateo · 0.7 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Petani HavenSan Mateo · 0.7 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Comfort Home IISan Mateo · 0.7 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Amazing HomeSan Mateo · 0.7 mi · Small home
$6,200Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Vanessa Care Home IISan Mateo · 0.8 mi · Small home
$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
Monteverde Manor IIISan Mateo · 1.4 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Haven@22nd Avenue Assisted LivingSan Mateo · 1.4 mi · Small home
$9,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Roias Home for the ElderlySan Mateo · 1.7 mi · Small home
$7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Complete Senior LivingSan Mateo · 2.2 mi · Small home
$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Kimochi San MateoSan Mateo · 2.4 mi · Mid-size home
$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
George Anne HomeSan Mateo · 2.6 mi · Small home
$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Heritage ParkSan Mateo · 2.7 mi · Small home
$7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Sterling CourtSan Mateo · 2.8 mi · Mid-size home
$6,350Listed on its own website · 1-bedroom apartment · seen October 5, 2026

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

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 17 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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An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.

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

1706 Borden Street, San Mateo, CA 94403Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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San Mateo Medical CenterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list2 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 #415600819 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

Aug 18, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 08/18/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Vado Jaime Vado conducted an unannounced annual required inspection visit. LPA met with administrator Israel Wei and explained the purpose of today's inspection. There is currently one resident in the facility and one staff person being the administrator. This is a single level facility licensed for residents age range of 60 years and over all of which may be non-ambulatory. No residents on hospice or receiving oxygen. The physical plant was toured inside and outside of the facility to ensure the safety of the clients. Cameras are observed to be posted around the outside perimeter of the facility but no cameras are inside according to the administrator Israel. LPA observed the facility kitchen which is clean and observed appliances that are in good repair. Knives are stored and locked in in kitchen drawer adjacent to the stove. Perishable and non-perishable food items are observed as in place. There is an additional refrigerator with freezer in the garage area which carries additional food supplies for resident use. First aid kit is observed as complete with required items. Medications are observed to be locked in the office area in a lockable storage area. LPA observed that there are two fire extinguishers in place inspected on 06/21/2026, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detectors are observed in place through out the facility, and central HVAC. Facility is not equipped with fire sprinklers. PPE is observed to be in place in the central hallway outside of a resident room. Laundry area is observed as fully operational in the garage. Continued on next page... Page 2 Emergency exit routes are observed inside and outside to be free and clear of obstructions. Last emergency/disaster drill was conducted on 07/11/2026 which was an earthquake drill where all clients participated in. Water temperature is being tracked via logs observed posted on the refrigerator in the kitchen. Water temperature was measured at 110F on this day. Cleaning supplies are observed to be locked in beneath the kitchen sink and additional toxins and cleaning supplies are observed to be locked in the garage. Fire panel is in the garage with and inspection date tagged as 06/26/2026. Fire pull stations are observed by the front door of the facility and the rear door of the facility. LPA observed all client rooms and all are observed as clean, free of odors, and contained all the required furniture per regulatory recommendations. Extra resident linen supplies are observed as in place in each clients room stored in appropriate areas. There are two client full bathrooms observed which are in good repair. Shower floors are equipped with non-skid mats. Residents primarily use the larger full bath with walk in shower. During today's inspection LPA reviewed 4 client files which are current and three staff files which are current. P&I monies are inspected and accurate to the ledger reviewed. Medications and logs are observed today as current. Administrator certificate current reflecting expiration date of June 29, 2027. No citations issued on this day. Report is reviewed with Israel and a copy is provided on this day.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 18, 2026

20251 state visit · 1 document

Aug 28, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 08/28/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Vado Jaime Vado conducted an unannounced annual required inspection visit. LPA met with administrator Israel Wei and explained the purpose of today's inspection. There is currently one resident in the facility and one staff person being the administrator. This is a GGRC vendorized facility supporting GGRC seniors. This is a single level facility licensed for residents age range of 60 years and over all of which may be non-ambulatory. No residents on hospice or receiving oxygen. The physical plant was toured inside and outside of the facility to ensure the safety of the clients. Cameras are observed to be posted around the outside perimeter of the facility but no cameras are inside according to the administrator Israel. LPA observed the facility kitchen which is clean and observed appliances that are in good repair. Knives are stored and locked in in kitchen drawer adjacent to the stove. Perishable and non-perishable food items are observed as in place. There is an additional refrigerator and freezer in the garage area which carries additional food supplies for resident use. First aid kit is observed as complete with required items. Medications are observed to be locked in the office area in a lockable storage area. LPA observed that there are two fire extinguishers in place inspected on 05/12/2025, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detectors are observed in place through out the facility, and central HVAC. Facility is not equipped with fire sprinklers. PPE is observed to be in place in the central hallway outside of a resident room. Laundry area is observed as fully operational in the garage. Continued on next page... Page 2 Emergency exit routes are observed inside and outside to be free and clear of obstructions. Last emergency/disaster drill was conducted on 06/23/2024 which was an earthquake drill where all clients participated in. Water temperature is being tracked via logs observed posted on the refrigerator in the kitchen. Water temperature was measured at 110F on this day. Cleaning supplies are observed to be locked in beneath the kitchen sink and additional toxins and cleaning supplies are observed to be locked in the garage. Fire panel is in the garage with and inspection date tagged as 06/09/2025. Fire pull stations are observed by the front door of the facility and the rear door of the facility. LPA observed all client rooms and all are observed as clean, free of odors, and contained all the required furniture per regulatory recommendations. Extra resident linen supplies are observed as in place in each clients room stored in appropriate areas. There are two client full bathrooms observed which are in good repair. Shower floors are equipped with non-skid mats. Residents primarily use the larger full bath with walk in shower. P&I monies are inspected and accurate to the ledger reviewed. Medications and logs are observed today as current. During today's inspection LPA reviewed 4 client files which are current and three staff files which are current. Administrator certificate current reflecting expiration date of June 29, 2027. No citations issued on this day. Report is reviewed with Israel and a copy is provided on this day.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 28, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

Aug 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 08/23/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Vado Jaime Vado conducted an unannounced annual required inspection visit. LPA met with administrator Israel Wei and explained the purpose of today's inspection. There are currently no residents in the facility as they are all at day program. This is a GGRC vendorized facility. This is a single level facility licensed for residents age range of 60 years and over all of which may be non-ambulatory. No residents on hospice or receiving oxygen. The physical plant was toured inside and outside of the facility to ensure the safety of the clients. Cameras are observed to be posted around the outside perimeter of the facility but no cameras are inside according to the administrator Israel. LPA observed the facility kitchen which is clean and observed appliances that are in good repair. Knives are stored and locked in in kitchen drawer adjacent to the stove. Perishable and non-perishable food items are observed as in place. There is an additional refrigerator and freezer in the garage area which carries additional food supplies for resident use. First aid kit is observed as complete with required items. Medications are observed to be locked in the office area in a lockable storage area. LPA observed that there are two fire extinguishers in place inspected on 05/13/2024, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detectors are observed in place through out the facility, and central HVAC. Facility is not equipped with fire sprinklers. PPE is observed to be in place in the garage and in a central hallway outside of a resident room. Laundry area is also observed as fully operational in the garage. Emergency exit routes are observed inside and outside to be free and clear of obstructions. Last emergency/disaster drill was conducted on 06/23/2024 which was an earthquake drill where all clients participated in. Water temperature is being tracked via logs observed posted on the refrigerator in the kitchen. Water temperature was measured at 110F. Cleaning supplies are observed to be locked in beneath the kitchen sink and additional toxins and cleaning supplies are observed to be locked in the garage. Fire panel is in the garage with and inspection date tagged as 06/09/2023. Page 2 LPA observed all client rooms and all are observed as clean, free of odors, and contained all the required furniture per regulatory recommendations. Extra resident linen supplies are observed as in place in each clients room stored in appropriate areas. There are two client full bathrooms observed which are in good repair. Shower floors are equipped with non-skid mats. P&I monies are inspected and accurate to the ledger reviewed. Medications and logs are observed today as current. During today's inspection LPA reviewed 4 client files which are current and staff files which are current. The following updated forms are requested to be submitted to CCLD by 08/30/2024: • Copy of updated administrator certificates as there are more than one administrator • Copy of facility's liability insurance • LIC308 Designation of responsible staff person • LIC400 Affidavit Regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources • LIC610E Emergency Disaster Plan • LIC500 Staff Schedule • Copy of control of property or copy of lease No citations issued on this day. Report is reviewed with Israel and a copy is provided on this day.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 23, 2024

Earlier years2022 · 2 documents

20222 state visits · 2 documents

Aug 5, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On August 5, 2022, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Komal Charitra and Kevin Varilla conducted an unannounced annual infection control inspection. Upon arrival LPA observed the COVID-19 signage posted on the front entrance. LPAs met with House Manager, Israel Wei and Licensee/Administrator, Fatollah Ghlichloo joined shortly thereafter. LPAs explained the purpose of the visit. LPAs were screened at entry point and House Manager was able to provide screening log documentation for staff, residents, and visitors. LPAs toured the facility and grounds. No accessible bodies of water or fire safety hazards observed. This is a single story home with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. All bedrooms were observed to be private resident rooms. During the visit, LPAs observed both bathrooms to be observed with liquid soap, paper towels, hand washing signs, non-skid mats, and a trash can with a lid. During the visit, all staff were observed with a face mask. LPAs toured the living room and dining room and it was clear and odor-free. The living room was clear from any tripping hazards. COVID-19 signs were observed to be posted throughout the facility. A comfortable temperature is maintained and lighting is sufficient for comfort. Living room and outdoor space is spacious for daily resident activities. LPAs observed the locked medication cabinet in the office room. LPAs toured the kitchen and observed 2 day perishable and 7 day non-perishable. Sharps and toxins were stored appropriately and inaccessible to residents. Freezer temperature was measured at -20 degrees F and refrigerator was measured at 40 degrees F in both the kitchen and garage. Washer and dryer was observed to be in good working condition. First aid kit was observed to be completed. 30-day PPE supply was present. Infection control practices are reviewed: entry procedures, staff training and policies, resident and staff daily monitoring records, containment strategies, PPE bin set up outside resident rooms, and face coverings. LPA requests the following forms to be sent to CCLD by 8/12/22: LIC309 Administrative Organization LIC308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility LIC500 Personnel Report LIC400 Resident Cash Resources LIC610E Emergency Disaster Plan No citations issued during this visit. Report is reviewed with Administrator/Licensee and House Manager and a copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 5, 2022

Jul 20, 2022Facility evaluation reportCase Management - OtherReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

On 7/20/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial Han conducted an unannounced visit and met with administrator, Fatollah Ghlichloo and explained the purpose of the visit. During today's visit, LPA delivered an immediate exclusion letter to exclude an employee at the facility and conducted a health and safety inspection. The letter was reviewed by the administrator. This report is reviewed and discussed with administrator. A copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 20, 2022

License holder

Norcal Care Homes, Inc., licensed since 2010.

Operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

Roberta Care Home · San Mateo

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2010, 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 2010, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.

Compare with homes the same size

	This home	Typical
Type A citations	0	0
Type B citations	0	0
Substantiated allegations	0	0
Total complaints	0	0

“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.

What the state’s words mean

Routine visita visit the state records as “Required” — a scheduled visit, not one made in answer to a complaintSubstantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.

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Frequently asked questions

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Norcal Care Home II

Is Norcal Care Home II licensed?

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

How many residents is Norcal Care Home II licensed for?

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

Has Norcal Care Home II been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2010, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is Norcal Care Home II still open?

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

What does Norcal Care Home II cost?

$5,850 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,800–$7,200. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Among 18 other homes of a similar licensed size in San Mateo that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $6,000 to $7,000 a month, and the middle figure is $6,600 (n = 18 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 Norcal Care Home II 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 Norcal Care Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. See the homes licensed to Norcal Care Homes, Inc. — at least 2 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

San Mateo Medical Center is 2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Norcal Care Home II keep a resident on hospice?

Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”