Small home · Licensed for 6 · San Jose

Real Elderly Care

4858 Poston Dr., San Jose, CA 95136Licensed since 2026

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$5,000 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $4,100–$6,150 See costs

No openings reported

Approved by the state: Wheelchair · 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

Wheelchairup to 6 residents
Dementia
Hospiceup to 2 residents
Bedriddenup to 1 resident

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

Read the state’s own wording

AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER; APPROVED FOR CAPACITY OF SIX NON-AMBULATORY OF WHICH ONE MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM 4; WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR (2)

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA · 985 - RCFE / HOSPICE

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — 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 Real Elderly Care: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and help with medicines. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,000a month to start

Likely $4,100–$6,150

From 24 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$5,000likely a month

Room

Daily care

Sharing the room

Starting monthly rate$5,000likely $4,100–$6,150
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 5 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 $4,100–$6,300: $5,000
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,800–$9,500: $7,500

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 homes24 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,500 to $5,500

24 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,800–$4,500.

Saint Michael Residential HomeSan Jose · 0.8 mi · Small home
$2,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Safe Haven Villa Care HomeSan Jose · 1.0 mi · Small home
$3,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Constantin's Care HomeSan Jose · 1.5 mi · Small home
$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Mayflower Care HomeSan Jose · 1.5 mi · Small home
$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Oak Grove Residential Care HomeSan Jose · 1.6 mi · Small home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Pendar's Residential CareSan Jose · 1.8 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Sandy's Residential Care HomeSan Jose · 1.8 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Lovely Care HomeSan Jose · 3.1 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Laurel Crest ManorSan Jose · 3.3 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Bonhomie ISan Jose · 3.7 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Juliette's Gardens (Rose)San Jose · 3.8 mi · Small home
$4,100Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Villa AntonioSan Jose · 3.9 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Villa VerdeSan Jose · 3.9 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
A Home at ShawSan Jose · 4.0 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Princess Care Home #4San Jose · 4.0 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Marilag's Care HomeSan Jose · 4.0 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Friendship HouseSan Jose · 4.1 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Golden Hills Care HomeSan Jose · 4.1 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
Bonhomie IV - WillowmontSan Jose · 4.1 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Harmonie HomeSan Jose · 4.3 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Lincoln & Pine, Willow GlenSan Jose · 4.4 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Camden Senior LivingSan Jose · 4.5 mi · Small home
$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Bonhomie III - Lena DriveSan Jose · 4.7 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Laurel HavenSan Jose · 4.7 mi · Mid-size home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026

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

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.

Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask

The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
Move-in costs
A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.

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Daily life

Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.

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Where it is

4858 Poston Dr., San Jose, CA 95136Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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Kaiser Foundation Hospital-San JoseHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list2.2 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 #435203009 · See the state’s own record

The full record — 1 document

20261 state visit · 1 document

Sep 25, 2026Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 09/25/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maria (Mita) Partoza conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection visit for a change of ownership. LPA Partoza met with the applicant and CEO of Real Elderly Care Inc., Jocelyn Real and designated Administrator (ADM) Aries Geronimo The application is for a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) serving adults aged 60 and older with developmental disabilities. The facility currently holds an approved fire clearance for five (5) non-ambulatory residents and one (1) bedridden resident. At the time of the visit, four (4) residents were residing at the facility and will remain there while the change of ownership transition is finalized by the Department's Central Application Bureau (CAB). During the inspection, LPA Partoza observed that one (1) resident with a developmental disability who is also under hospice care was present at the facility. The remaining three (3) residents were away attending a day program, and two (2) staff members were present alongside the applicant. LPA Partoza toured the interior and exterior of the facility with the applicant and staff, including the kitchen, two (2) bathrooms, dining room, living room, four (4) resident bedrooms, garage, laundry room, backyard, and exterior walkways. The indoor temperature was comfortable and measured at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. The exterior of the facility is well-maintained, featuring a collapsible canopy with outdoor dining furniture and an outdoor storage shed in the backyard. All bedroom exit doors were free from obstructions and complied with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), utilizing ramps accessible for non-ambulatory residents. The backyard, walkways, ramps, and patio areas were entirely free from debris and obstructions, and the facility screen windows were observed to be in good repair. page 1 of 2 The exterior of the facility is well-maintained. The backyard features a collapsible canopy with outdoor dining furniture and an outdoor storage shed. The kitchen was clean, sanitary, and organized, with knives and sharps securely locked and inaccessible to residents. The kitchen is equipped with functioning kitchen appliances such as refrigerator, stove and oven combination and a dishwasher. LPA verified an adequate food supply consisting of at least two (2) days of perishable food and seven (7) days of non-perishable food. Cleaning supplies under the sink cabinet were also kept locked and inaccessible. The bathrooms were fully equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats, and the hot water temperature measured within the safe range between 113.0°F and 114.4°F. The residents room has sufficient storage space for personal belongings. Medications were securely stored, locked, and inaccessible to residents. The facility is equipped with a first aid kit and accessible to staff. The washer and dryer are located in a separate room on the side of the home, and both appliances were in good working condition with laundry soap and cleaning supplies kept locked away from residents. The facility is equipped with a fire, smoke, and carbon monoxide alert system that is in good working condition. The hallways were free from obstruction, and the hallway night lights were functional. No corrections were observed that needs to be addressed by the applicant. Component III was presented to the applicant and LPA addressed questions during the presentation. The physical plant meets the requirement for RCFE for adults with developmental disability and dementia care. Approval of license is pending until completion of all documentation and approval from the Adult and Senior Care (ASC) Centralized Application Bureau (CAB) has been received by the applicant. This report was reviewed with Applicant/CEO of Real Elderly Care Inc., Jocelyn Real. A copy of the report was provided. page 2 of 2 end of reportthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 25, 2026

License holder

Real Elderly Care, Inc., licensed since 2026.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2026, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 1
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 2026, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.

Compare with homes the same size

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

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

What the state’s words mean

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

CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗

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

The earlier licenseAn earlier license at this address under the same name: license #435202779.

The state lists license #435202779 as “Closed, Change of Ownership” as of October 26, 2026. Inspections and reports filed under license #435202779 are on the state’s record of that license.

The state’s record for license #435202779 The state’s record for license #435203009

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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 Real Elderly Care

Is Real Elderly Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Real Elderly Care licensed for?

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

Has Real Elderly Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 1 state visit over the same years.

Is Real Elderly Care still open?

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

What does Real Elderly Care cost?

$5,000 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,100–$6,150. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Among 50 other homes of a similar licensed size in San Jose that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,600 to $5,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,200 (n = 50 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.

A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.

The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.

A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.

Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.

Does Real Elderly Care 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 Real Elderly Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Kaiser Foundation Hospital-San Jose is 2.2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Real Elderly Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.