Small home · Licensed for 6 · Santa Maria
Tina's Gentle Care Homes I
1625 Rowland Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93454Licensed since 2003
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
- Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record
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Care and support
- Dementia
- Hospiceup to 4 residents
- Bedridden
Not on file: wheelchair 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
6 BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026
As needs change
Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — 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 Tina's Gentle Care Homes I: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and help with medicines. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,150a month to start
Likely $4,200–$6,350
From 19 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$5,150likely a month
Starting monthly rate$5,150likely $4,200–$6,350
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 19 small homes and similar homes within 40 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 $4,200–$6,500
- $5,150
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,950–$9,700
- $7,650
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 homes19 nearby homes publish starting rates of $4,300 to $10,000
19 homes like this within 40 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,500–$7,500.
- Yokam's RCFE # 1NNipomo · 6.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa Mariposa Senior CareNipomo · 7.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa Rosa Elder CareArroyo Grande · 12 mi · Mid-size home$7,750Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Cypress Garden Home CareArroyo Grande · 12 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Alder HouseArroyo Grande · 15 mi · Mid-size home$4,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Heritage ResidenceGrover Beach · 16 mi · Small home$4,300Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Edna Rose ResidenceSan Luis Obispo · 21 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Chateau RoseSan Luis Obispo · 25 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Welcome Home Residential Care for the ElderlySan Luis Obispo · 26 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Vista Rosita Elder CareSan Luis Obispo · 27 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Vista Rosa Elder CareSan Luis Obispo · 27 mi · Mid-size home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Cuesta Rosa Senior ResidenceSan Luis Obispo · 27 mi · Mid-size home$10,000Listed on its own website · private room · seen October 5, 2026
- Foothills Residential Care for the ElderlySan Luis Obispo · 28 mi · Small home$5,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- M & L South Bay Maxi CareLos Osos · 34 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sachele Senior Guest Home IIILos Osos · 35 mi · Small home$5,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Southbay Maxi CareLos Osos · 35 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Park Place Assisted LivingAtascadero · 39 mi · Mid-size home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Garden View InnAtascadero · 39 mi · Mid-size home$4,950Listed on its own website · shared room · seen October 5, 2026
- Roses Assisted LivingAtascadero · 39 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 19 small homes and similar homes within 40 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
Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.
The best way to see it is a visit.
Request a tourWhere it is
1625 Rowland Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93454Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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- Marian Regional Medical CenterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list0.4 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).
Open directionsThe 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 #425800926 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
20261 state visit · 1 document
May 14, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rankin arrived at 9:06 a.m. to conduct a 1-year annual visit to the facility above. LPA met with Valentina Roberts and explained the purpose of the visit. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was conducted. The following was inspected and noted during the annual visit: Physical Plant & Environment Safety: The facility is a 4 bedroom and 2 bathrooms, with one staff room in the garage. The facility occupies 3 residents and employs 5 full-time staff of which one is the Administrator and one is a back-up administrator. Facility has 3 relief staff if needed. The facility is clean, safe and sanitary. The facility has smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were tested and working properly at time of inspection. The lighting and lamps are sufficient for the use of the facility and for resident comfort and safety. The showers have non-skid mats. Toilet, hand washing and bathing facilities are operational and secure grab bars are present. The pathways are clear of any obstructions. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and poisons are inaccessible to residents. The facility has sufficient space inside and outside for activities and visiting. The facility has a backyard for client use with furniture and plenty of shade. The facility has telephone and internet service for residents’ use. Operational Requirements: The facility has a current plan of operation on file. The Facility is operating in compliance with the granted fire clearance based on the facility sketch. The facility has current liability insurance and expires on 09/21/26. The facility is approved for a capacity of 6 bedridden and approved for hospice waiver of 4. Staffing, Personnel Records & Training: LPA reviewed 3 staff files. Files were reviewed for, but not limited to current 1st Aid/CPR, Personnel Records/Application, and Health screening with TB results. Continued 809-C Administrator Certificate expires on 8/19/26. All files were kept up to date with all requirements being met. LPA reviewed staff training records for Annual Training Requirements of 20 plus hours and 8 hours of medication training. Resident Records & Incident Reports: Three (3) files were reviewed for, but not limited to signed Admission Agreements, Medical Assessments, LIC 602A Physicians Report, ID and Emergency contact forms, and Appraisal Needs and Services plans (ANS). The facility does not handle cash resources. Incidental Medical & Dental: The facility has a medication cabinet that is kept locked. Facility provides or assists in providing transportation to medical and dental appointments when needed. The medications records were reviewed and all residents in care had a Medication Administration Record (MAR) and a Centrally Stored Medication Destruction Record (CSMDR). LPA inspected medication cabinet for prescription and PRN medications. LPA reviewed a sampling of residents’ medications, no medications labels were altered, no expired medications, and medications were stored in original containers. Food Service: The facility handles and prepares food safely. The facility has 2 day perishables and 7 day non-perishables to meet the food service requirement. Kitchen areas is clean. Disaster Preparedness: The current emergency disaster forms were reviewed. The facility conducts quarterly disaster drills. The fire extinguishers were charged last inspected in 2/18/26. Emergency exits and telephone numbers were posted. A set of keys is available for staff on all shifts to access full facility in an emergency. Residents with Special Health Needs: The facility does accept dementia residents in care. All items that could pose a danger such as sharps, and cleaners were inaccessible to residents in care. The facility does not have delayed egress. The facility does not currently have residents with oxygen. The facility has 1 resident currently on Home Health services. The facility gate is self-latching and has self-closing equipment on one side. The backyard is completely fenced. The facility has exiting door alarms, which were working on LPA's visit. Exit interview conducted and copy of report printed for Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 14, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
May 16, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rankin arrived at 8:22 a.m. to conduct a 1-year annual visit to the facility above. LPA met with Valentina Roberts and explained the purpose of the visit. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was conducted with Administrator. The following was inspected and noted during the annual visit: Physical Plant & Environment Safety: The facility is a 4 bedroom and 2 bathrooms, with one staff room in the garage. The facility is occupying 3 residents and employs 9 staff of which one is the Administrator and one is a back-up administrator. The facility is clean, safe and sanitary. LPA was authorized to enter and inspect facility. The facility has smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were tested and working properly at time of inspection. The lighting and lamps are sufficient for the use of the facility and for resident comfort. The showers have non-skid mats. Toilet, hand washing and bathing facilities are operational and secured grab bars are present. The pathways are clear of any obstructions. Facility is well lit inside and outside for safety. Disinfectant, cleaning solutions and poisons are inaccessible to residents. The facility has sufficient space inside and outside for activities and visiting. The facility has a backyard for client use with furniture and plenty of shade. The facility has telephone and internet service for resident use. Operational Requirements: The facility has a current plan of operation on file. The Facility is operating in compliance with the granted fire clearance based on the facility sketch. The facility has current liability insurance and expires on 09/21/25. The facility is approved for a capacity of 6 bedridden and approved for hospice waiver of 4. Continued 809-C Staffing, Personnel Records & Training: Staff records are kept confidential. LPA reviewed 4 staff files. Files reviewed had current 1st Aid/CPR, Personnel Records/Application, Health screening with TB results, Criminal Record statements, and Fingerprint clearance/Associations/ exemptions. Administrator Certificate expires on 8/19/26. All files were kept up to date with all requirements being met. LPA reviewed 4 staff training records for Annual Training Requirements of 20 plus hours. Trainer met the requirements to train staff. Resident Records & Incident Reports: The facility keeps separate files on each resident confidential. Three (3) files were reviewed for signed Admission Agreements, Medical Assessments, LIC 602A Physicians Report, ID and Emergency contact forms, Appraisal Needs and Services plans (ANS), TB results, Personal Rights, and Safeguard for personal property and valuables. The facility does not handle cash resources. Incidental Medical & Dental: The facility has a medication cabinet in the kitchen that is kept locked. Facility provides or assist in providing transportation to medical and dental appointments when needed. The medications records were reviewed and all residents in care had a Medication Administration Record (MAR) and a Centrally Stored Medication Destruction Record (CSMDR). LPA inspected medication cabinet for all prescription and PRN medications. LPA reviewed all residents’ medications, no medications labels were altered, no expired medications, and medications were stored in original containers. Food Service: The facility handles and prepares food safely. The facility has 2 day perishables and 7 day non-perishables to meet the food service requirement. Kitchen areas are kept clean and free of insects and pests. Disaster Preparedness: The current emergency disaster forms were reviewed. The facility conducts quarterly disaster drills. The fire extinguishers were charged and last inspected in 2025. Emergency exits and telephone numbers were posted. A set of keys is available for staff on all shifts to access full facility in an emergency. Residents with Special Health Needs: The facility does accept dementia residents in care. All items that could pose a danger, sharps, cleaners were inaccessible to residents in care. The facility does not have delayed egress. The facility does not currently have residents with oxygen. The facility has 1 residents currently on Home Health services. The facility has 1 resident on hospice. Hospice services records are kept on file. The facility gate is self-latching and has self-closing equipment on one side. The backyard is completely fenced. The facility has exiting door alarms, which were working on LPA's visit. Exit interview conducted and copy of report printed for Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 16, 2025
The state marks this report as 4 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
20241 state visit · 1 document
May 8, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst's (LPA's) De Leon and Rankin arrived at 09:30 am to conduct a 1 year annual visit to the facility above. LPA met with Valentina Roberts and explained the purpose of the visit. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was conducted with Administrator. The following was inspected and noted during the annual visit: Infection Control: The facility Infection Control Plan on file. The facility has a sign in and out clipboard for visitors at entry with hand sanitizer. The bathrooms have toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, and hand washing signs. The facility has a 30 day supply of PPE. Quarantined or isolated individuals will have meals and medication delivered to rooms. Staff are trained on infection control and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Some trash cans and waste baskets have tight fitting covers, administrator agreed to replace those without lids. Physical Plant & Environment Safety: The facility is a 4 bedroom and 2 bathroom, with one staff room in the garage. The facility is occupying 4 residents and employs 9 staff of which one is the Administrator and one is a live in staff. The facility is clean, safe and sanitary. LPA's were authorized to enter and inspect facility. The facility has smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Carbon Monoxide was tested and working properly. The lighting and lamps are sufficient for the use of the facility and for resident comfort. Continued 809-C The showers have non-skid mats. Toilet, hand washing and bathing facilities are operational and secured grab bars are present. The pathways are clear of any obstructions. Facility is well lit inside and outside for safety. Disinfectant, cleaning solutions and poisons are inaccessible to residents. The facility has sufficient space inside and outside for activities and visiting. The facility has a backyard for client use with furniture and plenty of shade. The facility has telephone and internet service for resident use. Operational Requirements: The facility has a current plan of operation on file. The Facility is operating in compliance with the granted fire clearance based on the facility sketch. LPA received a new facility sketch and county permit; licensee is submitting for an updated fire clearance. The facility has current liability insurance and expires on 09/21/24. The facility is approved for a capacity of 6 bedridden and approved for hospice waiver of 4. Staffing: The facility employes 8 staff and 1 Administrator. Staff records are kept confidential. LPA reviewed 3 staff files. Files reviewed had current 1st Aid/CPR, Personnel Records/Application, Health screening with TB results, Criminal Record statements, and Fingerprint clearance/Associations/exemptions. Administrator file was reviewed for Continuing Education requirements and an Administrator Certificate expires on 8/19/24. All files were kept up to date with all requirements being met. Personnel Records & Training: The facility keeps confidential files. LPA reviewed 3 staff training records for Annual Training Requirements of 20 plus hours. Trainer met the requirements to train staff. Resident Records & Incident Reports: The facility keeps separate files on each resident confidentially. Four files were reviewed for signed Admission Agreements, Medical Assessments, LIC 602A Physicians Report, ID and Emergency contact forms, Appraisal Needs and Services plans (ANS), TB results, Personal Rights, and Safeguard for personal property and valuables. The facility does not handle cash resources. Continued 809-C Incidental Medical & Dental: The facility has a medication cabinet in the kitchen that is kept locked. Facility provides or assist in providing transportation to medical and dental appointments when needed. The medications records were reviewed and all residents in care had a Medication Administration Record (MAR) and a Centrally Stored Medication Destruction Record (CSMDR). LPA inspected medication cabinet for all prescription and PRN medications with Doctors orders. LPA reviewed all residents medications, no medications labels were altered, no expired medications, and medications were stored in original containers. Food Service: The facility handles and prepares food safely. The facility has 2 day perishables and 7 day non-perishables to meet the food service requirement. The freezer is kept at 0 degrees and the refrigeration is kept at 40 degrees or lower. All food is covered, stored and marked appropriately. Kitchen areas are kept clean and free from litter, rodents, vermin and insects. Kitchen staff are observed for personal hygiene and food sanitation practices. Disaster Preparedness: The current emergency disaster forms were posted. The facility conducts quarterly disaster drills. The fire extinguishers was charged. Emergency exits and telephone numbers were posted. A set of keys is available for staff on all shifts to access full facility in an emergency. Residents with Special Health Needs: The facility does accept dementia residents in care. All items that could pose a danger, sharps, cleaners were locked or inaccessible to residents in care. The facility does not have delayed egress. The facility does not currently have residents with oxygen. The facility has 2 residents currently on Home Health services. Home Health services records are kept on file. The facility gate is self-latching and has self-closing equipment on one side. The backyard is completely fenced, administrator will be doing minor fence repairs. The facility has exiting door alarms, which were working on LPA's visit. LPA conducted interviews with 2 staff and 1 resident. Exit interview conducted and copy of report printed for Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 8, 2024
The state marks this report as 6 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 2 documents
20231 state visit · 1 document
Mar 23, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jenny Olson conducted an unannounced Annual visit to the facility above. LPA met with Valentina Roberts at 10:45 AM, and explained the purpose of the visit. Administrator stated there are 2 residents currently living in the facility. The facility has 4 bedroom's and 2 bathrooms. 2 resident bedrooms are occupied by single residents. LPA observed all necessary postings in the hall to the left of the entrance. LPA toured the entire inside and outside of the facility with Administrator. There is ample room outside for residents to be outdoors with a table, chairs and awning for shade. LPA observed the refrigerator, cabinets, microwave, and oven to be clean with enough food for residents. Medications were observed locked and secured in a cabinet located to the upper right of the kitchen sink. LPA observed knives and sharps locked in a drawer. LPA observed chemicals to be locked in the garage. At 12:30 PM LPA tested the water temperature and observed it was at 115.1 degrees F. At 12:40 PM LPA tested the fire/carbon monoxide detector and observed them to be working and operational. LPA didn't observe any violations and observed the facility to be clean and in good repair with all passageways and exits to be free and clear of debris and obstacles. Around 11 AM LPA reviewed facility staff files for completeness. Around 11:45 AM LPA and Staff conducted a full CARE Tool Facility Inspection. Around 12:45 PM LPA conducted a cursory medication audit and reviewed MARs and medications paperwork. Around 1:30 PM LPA reviewed facility resident records for completeness. Around 2 PM LPA observed a fire extinguisher charged and last inspected on 2/7/23. Around 2:15 PM LPA Interviewed 2 staff and 2 residents who were present. Exit Interview conducted, a copy for the report was issued to facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 23, 2023
The state marks this report as 2 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
20221 state visit · 1 document
May 12, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Olson conducted an on-site 1 year infection control annual visit to the facility above on 05/12/2022 at 11:45 AM. LPA met with Administrator Valentina Roberts and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA took a physical plant tour of the inside and outside of the facility with Administrator. The facility has an entry point at the front door where everyone entering completes sign-in, symptoms screening and temperature check for all staff and visitors wanting to come into the facility. All documentation is kept on file. The staff screen residents for symptoms and temperature 1x a day and documentation is kept on file. Increased monitoring is conducted if any change of condition are noted or any residents are showing any signs, symptoms or a temperature. Signs are posted on the front door, entry area regarding Covid-19. Staff makes sure residents have a mask when leaving the facility on outings into the community. All staff wear face coverings in the facility and when on outings with residents. Facility has areas for visiting inside and outside. The facility also offers virtual and telephone communications to all residents in care. Staff, Residents and visitors are informed of the facilities infection control policies. New residents and staff will be tested and negative results received before working or residing in the facility. Residents rights are not being violated. Residents and Responsible Parties are notified by facility when required. Continued 809-C The facility has procedures and plans for screening, isolation, testing, when to call 911 and notifying all responsible parties and agencies when needed. Emergency Disaster plan is updated with telephone numbers. Administrator is in charge of infection control and provides training and education to staff, residents and visitors. Administrator oversees staffing and works on any issues or additional coverage. If any suspected or confirmed cases of Covid-19 are found in the facility a staff will use PPE supplies that will be located right outside those rooms when required. Facility has a 30 day supply of PPE on hand. Facility has plans for delivering medications and meals to any quarantined or isolated resident room. The facility has proper cleaning and disinfectant policies. Facility Administrator has a plan in place for when and whom to notify in an outbreak or other emergencies. Administrator will keep a line list of all vaccinated and tested staff/residents in care with dates/results. Facility has conducted training on infection prevention, symptoms, transmission and PPE use. Facility has non-punitive sick leave polices for staff. Sick staff are requested to stay home and not report to work if ill. Activities have been modified to individuals or small groups with social distancing. Residents medication is delivered in 30 day supplies to the facility. The facility ensures proper cleaning is done on frequently touched surfaces and between any individuals sharing of space or items. Sinks were well stocked with soap, paper towels and hand washing signs. Staff and resident records are kept in locked cabinet. Facility does realize guidance changes and the most up to date guidance from CCL-PINS, CDC, CDPH, and local health departments should be followed to remain in compliance. The most stringent orders should be followed by any of these agencies. Administrator Certificates are valid. Fire extinguishers are charged. Smoke alarms and Carbon monoxide detectors are present. No deficiencies observed during the visit and all infection control protocols are implemented and are being followed. Exit interview completed and copy of report emailed to Administrator/Licensee.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 12, 2022
License holder
Tina's Gentle Care Homes, Inc., licensed since 2003.
Operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Tina's Gentle Care Homes II · Santa Maria
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2003, 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 2003, 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
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 Tina's Gentle Care Homes I
Is Tina's Gentle Care Homes I licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Tina's Gentle Care Homes I licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Tina's Gentle Care Homes I been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2003, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Tina's Gentle Care Homes I still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.
What does Tina's Gentle Care Homes I cost?
$5,150 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,200–$6,350. 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 19 small homes and similar homes within 40 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 10 other homes of a similar licensed size across Santa Barbara County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $5,200 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 10 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 Tina's Gentle Care Homes I 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 Tina's Gentle Care Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. See the homes licensed to Tina's Gentle Care Homes, Inc. — at least 2 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Marian Regional Medical Center is 0.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Tina's Gentle Care Homes I keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Tina's Gentle Care Homes I license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “TINA'S GENTLE CARE HOMES I”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #425800926. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Tina's Gentle Care Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2003, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2003, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2003, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2003, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is May 14, 2026, 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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Licensed homes near this one in Santa Barbara County, most information on file first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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Starting rate
$3,100 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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Starting rate
$3,500 a month to start
Listed by the home on A Place for Mom · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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Estimated starting rate
$4,500 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,700–$5,550On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,150 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,200–$6,350On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,650 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,800–$5,750On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,150 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,200–$6,350On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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