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By the River Assisted LivingLicense #525002623 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareBy the River Assisted LivingLicense #525002623 · 1095 Lakeside Dr, Red Bluff, CA · (530) 727-9010Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
Home/California/Tehama County/Red Bluff/By the River Assisted Living
Map · 1095 Lakeside Dr

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Estimated starting rate$5,050/mo

Covelight estimate · likely $4,150–$6,250 · See costs

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  • (530) 727-9010

    From the state licensing record · October 26, 2026

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Red Bluff · Licensed for 6

(530) 727-9010

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From the home’s website, bytheriverliving.com:

(530) 737-7504 · main line · seen October 5, 2026

bytheriverliving@gmail.com · general email · seen October 5, 2026

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Small home · Licensed for 6 · Red Bluff

By the River Assisted Living

1095 Lakeside Dr, Red Bluff, CA 96080 · Licensed since 2017

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By the River Assisted Living

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$5,050 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $4,150–$6,250 See costs

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · October 26, 2026
  • Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

  • Wheelchairup to 6 residents
  • Dementia
  • Hospiceup to 2 residents

Not on file: bedridden 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 NON-AMBULATORY. APPROVED FOR SECURED PERIMETER. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 2

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.

  • Assisted living

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Activities of daily living the home lists help withAssistance with activities of daily living · Activities of Daily Living

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

  • Incontinence care

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

  • Works with hospice

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated November 25, 2025.

  • 24-hour supervision claimed

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

As needs change

  • Someone awake overnight

    Awake staff overnight — reported yes

    bytheriverliving.com · October 29, 2025

  • Staying through hospice

    Residents may remain through end of life — reported yes

    bytheriverliving.com · November 25, 2025

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for By the River Assisted Living: two-person transfers or a lift and help with medicines. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,050a month to start

Likely $4,150–$6,250

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 bytheriverliving.com · source dated November 25, 2025.

  • What the base rate includesMeals · Snacks · Room · Personal care · Medication management · Basic supplies

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated November 25, 2025.

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$5,050likely a month
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$5,050likely $4,150–$6,250

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 15 small homes and similar homes within 39 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 $4,150–$6,250
$5,050
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,850–$9,500
$7,550
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 homes15 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,995 to $5,558

$2,995$6,250

EstimateLikely rangeA nearby home’s published starting rate

15 homes like this within 39 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,600–$5,400.

  • Golden Oaks Senior LivingRedding · 27 mi · Mid-size home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Spring Hills Assisted LivingRedding · 28 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Sunset Comfort CareRedding · 30 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Hallmark NorthRedding · 30 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Westside Assisted LivingRedding · 30 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Redbud Care HomeRedding · 30 mi · Mid-size home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Westhaven Assisted LivingOrland · 31 mi · Mid-size home
    $2,995Listed on its own website · shared room · seen October 27, 2026
  • The Neighborhoods at WesthavenOrland · 31 mi · Mid-size home
    $2,995Listed on its own website · shared room · seen October 27, 2026
  • Life PasticheRedding · 31 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Townsend HouseChico · 35 mi · Mid-size home
    $3,750Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
  • Almond Blossom Assisted Living-WestChico · 36 mi · Small home
    $5,400Listed on its own website · cost is a combination of rent and level of care. almond blossom starts at around · seen October 27, 2026
  • Almond Blossom Assisted Living BH 2Chico · 38 mi · Small home
    $5,400Listed on its own website · cost is a combination of rent and level of care. almond blossom starts at around · seen October 27, 2026
  • Almond Blossom Assisted Living-BH 1Chico · 38 mi · Small home
    $5,400Listed on its own website · cost is a combination of rent and level of care. almond blossom starts at around · seen October 27, 2026
  • The Courtyard at Little Chico CreekChico · 38 mi · Mid-size home
    $5,558Listed on its own website · studio · seen October 5, 2026
  • Roseleaf Senior CareChico · 38 mi · Mid-size home
    $3,390Listed on its own website · pricing starts as low as · seen October 27, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 15 small homes and similar homes within 39 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

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 (9)Private rooms · Outdoor space · Wifi
  • Private rooms

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

  • Outdoor spaceWalking Path · Resident Garden Area · Garden · Path along the river

    Walking Path · Resident Garden Area — reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

    Garden · Path along the river — reported on bytheriverliving.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Wifi

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

  • Room typesPrivate Rooms

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

  • Housekeeping frequencyDaily

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

  • Wifi included in the rate

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

  • Cable or satellite TV

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

  • AmenitiesWell-secured and tranquil surroundings · Hen house · Chickens · Utilities · In-room fans · Hen House & Chickens

    Well-secured and tranquil surroundings — reported on bytheriverliving.com · seen October 5, 2026.

    Hen house · Chickens · Utilities · In-room fans · Hen House & Chickens — reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

  • Housekeeping

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

Meals, preferences & familiar food (8)Dining style · Special diets supported · Meals are cooked in the home's own kitchen
  • Dining styleFamily style

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated November 25, 2025.

  • Special diets supportedResidents' dietary needs and preferences

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated November 25, 2025.

  • Meals are cooked in the home's own kitchen

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated November 26, 2025.

  • Snacks available

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated November 25, 2025.

  • Residents have input into the menu

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated November 25, 2025.

  • Meals provided

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated November 25, 2025.

  • Places to eat on siteIndoor dining · Outdoor dining · Indoor/Outdoor Dining

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

  • Dining atmosphereNutritionally balanced homemade meals

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated November 26, 2025.

Activities & the rhythm of a day (1)Activity types offered
  • Activity types offeredGardening · Strolling along the river path · Playing cards · Strolling along the river

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · seen October 5, 2026.

Pets, routines & independence (1)The home has its own pets
  • The home has its own pets

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

Visiting & staying involved (4)Transport to medical appointments · Contact form · Staff accompany residents to appointments
  • Transport to medical appointments

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

  • Contact form

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated December 1, 2025.

    Open on the website ↗
  • Staff accompany residents to appointments

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

  • Transportation costs extraReported no

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · source dated October 29, 2025.

About the home (1)Brand or trade name
  • Brand or trade nameBy The River Assisted Living

    Reported on bytheriverliving.com · seen October 5, 2026.

Where it is

1095 Lakeside Dr, Red Bluff, CA 96080Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1St. Elizabeth Community HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list2.5 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 #525002623 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 5 of 9 documents

20262 state visits · 2 documents

Oct 21, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

We haven’t transcribed this report yet. The complete document is on the state’s site.

Sep 1, 2026Facility evaluation reportCase Management - OtherReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analyst, Rebecca Knight arrived on September 01, 2026 for an unannounced inspection to follow up on a substantiated allegation of neglect resulting from an incident investigation. The licensee was unavailable for the visit and gave permission for administrator Lindsey Lang to meet with LPA. On July 1, 2025, the Department concluded an incident report investigation which alleged the following: Lack of supervision resulted in resident heat exposure and death. The Licensee was cited for California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 22, §87411(a)- Personnel Requirements – General. At the time of the case management visit conducted on July 1, 2025, an immediate civil penalty of $500 was issued and the licensee was informed that an additional civil penalty might be assessed based on Health and Safety Code § 1569.49(e). The Department has concluded an analysis and has determined that a civil penalty is warranted for a violation that the Department determines resulted in the death of a resident. This is evidenced by the licensee’s failure to protect a resident (R1) from exiting the premise and remaining unsupervised amid hazardous heat conditions for a prolonged period, resulting in the death of R1. Continued on LIC809-C Today, September 01, 2026, the Department will be issuing a civil penalty per Health and Safety Code § 1569.49(e) for a violation that the Department determines resulted in the death of a resident, in the amount of $15,000. However, since an immediate civil penalty of $500 was previously issued on July 1, 2025, the civil penalty issued today will be $14,500. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report issued. Appeal rights provided. Administrator Lindsey Lang's name and signature on this report acknowledges receipt of the appeal rights, found on page two of LIC 421D.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 1, 2026

20252 state visits · 2 documents

Nov 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

11/13/2025 11:48 AM Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Rebecca Knight and Marisa Chiarelli arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year inspection. LPAs met with house manager Lindsey Lang and explained the purpose of the visit. Licensee/administrator Linda O'Sullivan ( 7008272740 exp. 06/22/2025) arrived shortly after. LPAs and staff toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to six (6) resident rooms, common areas, four (4) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and back yard. Staff and resident files were reviewed. All employees requiring background checks are cleared. Administrator certificate has expired and a citation is being issued this date. There is a schedule of recreational activities planned for the residents. Bedding, linens, and towels for clients were observed and found to be clean and in good repair. Medication is locked in a locked room. Medications were reviewed. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature. Hot water measured between 105 – 120 degrees F. Common area was clean and in good repair. All bedrooms had required furniture, bedding, and lighting. Bathrooms were clean and in good repair. Kitchen was clean and in good repair. Food appears to be stored and prepared properly. Facility has required (7) seven-day non-perishable and (2) day perishable supply of food. Fire extinguishers fully charged and inspected. Smoke detectors are all operational. No pools/bodies of water are on premises. The facility has been conducting fire drills every 3 months. The following deficiency was observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted and appeal rights provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 13, 2025
Jul 1, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - DeficienciesDeficiency page: Type A

Type of visit: Case Management - Deficiencies

07/01/2025 11:00 AM Licensing Program Analyst Rebecca Knight conducted an unannounced case management visit and met with licensees Mark & Linda O’Sullivan, and care staff Lindsey Lang. Today’s visit is regarding an incident that occurred on 06/29/2025 and was reported to licensing on 06/30/2025. It was reported that on 06/29/2025 at 3:30 PM Staff 1 (S1) saw Resident 1 (R1) heading to their room. At 04:50 PM S1 went to get R1 from their room for dinner, R1 was not in their room. S1 found R1 in the facility backyard almost laying down against the chicken coop. S1 checked R1 for breathing, heartbeat, and awareness. S1 carried R1 inside and placed R1 on a recliner. S1 placed ice packs wrapped in towels and wet wash cloth on R1's forehead, then called 911. R1 stopped breathing, S1 started CPR. EMS arrived and took over. R1 passed away in the facility. According to The City of Red Bluff past weather report the temperature was 106 degrees at 3:53 PM on 06/29/2025 as a high for that day. LPA requested the following documents during the visit: Admission agreement, Physicians Report, MAR for one resident, staffing schedule for the date of June 29 2025, meal schedule. Continued on LIC809-C Based on evidence obtained during the investigation, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore, the allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22), is being cited on the attached LIC9099D. Appeal rights were provided. Exit interview was conducted and the report was provided to licensee Linda O’Sullivan. At the time of the case management visit, an immediate civil penalty of $500 shall be assessed for a violation of California Code of Regulations § 87411(a) and is documented on the attached LIC421. The licensee has been informed that a civil penalty is under review and may be assessed at a future date according to Health and Safety Code §1569.49.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 1, 2025

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87411(a) · Plan of correction due date: Jul 15, 2025

87411(a) Personnel Requirements - General Facility personnel shall at all times be sufficient in numbers, and competent to provide the services necessary to meet resident needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on records review it was determined that the licensee failed to provide adequate care and supervision to R1 which resulted in R1 going out to the back yard of the facility on a hot day unknown to staff. This resulted in the death of the resident which poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 1, 2025

Plan of correction: A civil penalty in the amount of $500.00 was assessed today. The licensee agrees to provide a detailed plan explaining how they will ensure facility staff are competent and aware of how to properly provide care and supervision to residents during hot weather. Licensee to provide a plan to Licensing as to how they will ensure that the staff are alerted every time the exit doors open or close. This plan shall be completed and submitted within one week. In addition, the Licensee agrees to conduct a training for all staff on the requirement to ensure that all residents are accounted for at all times. Licensee will schedule the training and provide LPA signed staff attendance sheet as the POC. The proof of correction is to be received by LPA Knight by 07/15/2025.

20241 state visit · 1 document

Sep 17, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

09/25/2024 10:00 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rebecca Knight arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year inspection. LPA met with licensee/administrator Linda O'Sullivan ( 6027018740 06/22/2025 ) and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Knight and the administrator toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to six (6) resident rooms, common areas, four (4) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and back yard. Staff and resident files were reviewed. All employees requiring background checks are cleared. Administrator certificate is current. There is a schedule of recreational activities planned for the residents. Bedding, linens, and towels for clients were observed and found to be clean and in good repair. Medication is locked in a locked room. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature. Hot water measured between 105 – 120 degrees F. Common area was clean and in good repair. All bedrooms had required furniture, bedding, and lighting. Bathrooms were clean and in good repair. Kitchen was clean and in good repair. Food appears to be stored and prepared properly. Facility has required (7) seven-day non-perishable and (2) day perishable supply of food. Fire extinguishers fully charged and inspected. Smoke detectors are all operational. No pools/bodies of water are on premises. Last disaster drill was conducted in July 2024 which was a fire drill, the facility has been conducting fire drills every 3 months. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of today’s inspection. Exit interview conducted and copy of report was provided to administrator Linda O'Sullivan.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 17, 2024
Earlier years2021 to 2023 · 4 documents

20232 state visits · 2 documents

Oct 3, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

10/03/2023 9:30 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rebecca Knight arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year inspection. LPA met with licensee/administrator Linda O'Sullivan ( 6027018740 06/22/2021 ) and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Knight and the administrator toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to six (6) resident rooms, common areas, four (4) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and back yard. Staff and resident files were reviewed. All employees requiring background checks are cleared. Administrator certificate expired in June 2023, administrator submitted the required paperwork for renewal and has not yet received the updated certificate. Administrator will submit certificate once received. There is a schedule of recreational activities planned for the residents. Bedding, linens, and towels for clients were observed and found to be clean and in good repair. There is an adequate supply of toiletries for the clients. Medication is locked in a cabinet. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature. Hot water measured between 105 – 120 degrees F. Common area was clean and in good repair. All bedrooms had required furniture, bedding, and lighting. Bathrooms were clean and in good repair. Kitchen was clean and in good repair. Food appears to be stored and prepared properly. Facility has required (7) seven-day non-perishable and (2) day perishable supply of food. Fire extinguishers fully charged and were inspected in June 2022 and are due for inspection.. Smoke detectors are all operational. No pools/bodies of water are on premises. No firearms are on premises. Last disaster drill was conducted in July 2023 which was a fire drill, the facility has been conducting fire drills every 3 months. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of today’s inspection. Exit interview conducted and copy of report was provided to administrator Linda O'Sullivan.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 3, 2023
Jun 6, 2023Facility evaluation reportCase Management - IncidentReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Incident

06/06/02023 10:00 AM Licensing Program Analyst Rebecca Knight conducted an unannounced case management visit and met with licensee Linda O’Sullivan. Today’s visit is regarding an incident that occurred on 05/30/2023 and was reported to licensing on 05/30/2023. It was reported that on 5/30/2023 Resident 1 (R1) was found on the floor of their room with their right leg twisted sideways. Staff called 911 and R1 was transported to the ER, x-rays were performed and R1 was diagnosed with a small fracture of the upper arm. R1’s arm was placed in a sling and R1 returned home to the facility. On 6/05/2023 a second incident report was submitted reporting that 911 was called and R1 had been transported to the hospital on 6/03/23 due to continued pain that was not being managed by pain medication. The facility reported that R1 was showing further decline. R1 was hospitalized for 24-hour observation. Facility was notified by R1’s family that R1 has passed away at the hospital on 06/04/2023. During the course of the investigation, it was learned that staff had just checked on R1 directly before R1 fell and observed R1 to be in their bed at that time. Staff walked out of R1's room and immediately after they left the room they heard R1 fall. R1 stated they reached for a blanket on a chair and fell. The facility had planned to open R1 to hospice services when they returned to the facility but R1 passed away at the hospital during the subsequent hospitalization where they were admitted for observation. No deficiencies were cited as a result of today’s visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 6, 2023

20221 state visit · 1 document

Oct 26, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

10/26/22 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Mknelly arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year Inspection utilizing the infection control domain. LPA met with caregiver/designee, Ms. White and explained the purpose of the visit. Prior to initiating the annual inspection, LPA completed required COVID-19 testing protocols, and a daily self-screening questionnaire for symptoms of COVID-19 infection to affirm no COVID-19 related symptoms; contacted administrator and completed a facility risk assessment. LPA ensured they applied hand sanitizer before entering the facility and the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn: Surgical Mask. Additionally, LPA was screened by Sara . LPA and caregiver toured facility together to ensure health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to: common areas, six (6) resident bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and back yard. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. LPA and the caregiver completed the infection control domain and facility was found to be in substantial compliance at this time. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of todays inspection. LPA advised about the use of fit tested masks in the event of Covid Positive cases in the home. LPA requested, if not already submitted, that licensee submit their Emergency and Disaster plan as well as their Infection Control Plan. Exit interview conducted and copy of report was given to Sara W..the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 26, 2022

20211 state visit · 1 document

Sep 10, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

09/10/2021 1:15 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rebecca Knight arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year Inspection utilizing the infection control domain. LPA met with licensee Linda Kay O'Sullivan and explained the purpose of the visit. Prior to initiating the annual inspection, LPA completed required COVID-19 testing protocols, and a daily self-screening questionnaire for symptoms of COVID-19 infection to affirm no COVID-19 related symptoms; contacted administrator and completed a facility risk assessment. LPA ensured they applied hand sanitizer before entering the facility and the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn: Surgical Mask, gloves. Additionally, LPA Knight was screened by Linda Kay O'Sullivan. LPA Knight and Mrs. O'Sullivan toured facility together to ensure health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to: common areas, six (6) resident bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and back yard. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. LPA Knight and the licensee completed the infection control domain and facility was found to be in substantial compliance at this time. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of todays inspection. Technical assistance was provided. Exit interview conducted and copy of report was given to licensee Linda Kay O'Sullivan.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 10, 2021

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.

License holder

Richard and Linda O'Sullivan, licensed since 2017.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2017, as the state’s facility page counts them
State visits on file
7
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 2017, 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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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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Quick answers about By the River Assisted Living

Is By the River Assisted Living licensed?

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

How many residents is By the River Assisted Living licensed for?

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

Has By the River Assisted Living been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.

Is By the River Assisted Living still open?

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

What does By the River Assisted Living cost?

$5,050 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,150–$6,250. 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 By the River Assisted Living take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Richard and Linda O'Sullivan, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

St. Elizabeth Community Hospital is 2.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can By the River Assisted Living 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.

By the River Assisted Living license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “BY THE RIVER ASSISTED LIVING”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #525002623. 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 Richard and Linda O'Sullivan, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 7 state inspection visits since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is October 21, 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

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