Small home · Licensed for 6 · Corning

Olive City Care Home

423 Walnut St, Corning, CA 96021Licensed since 2021

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$4,700 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $3,850–$5,750 See costs

No openings reported

Approved by the state: Wheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · October 26, 2026
Languages spoken: ArabicReported on A Place for Mom · September 9, 2026
Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

Wheelchairup to 6 residents
Hospiceup to 2 residents

Not on file: dementia and bedridden approvals.

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

Read the state’s own wording

AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR 6 NON-AMBULATORY. APPROVED 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.

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

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Olive City Care Home: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,700a month to start

Likely $3,850–$5,750

From 8 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$4,700likely a month

Room

Daily care

Sharing the room

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

Starting monthly rate$4,700likely $3,850–$5,750
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 24 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 $3,850–$5,950: $4,700
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,550–$9,150: $7,200

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 homes8 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,995 to $5,558

8 homes like this within 24 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,950–$5,400.

Westhaven Assisted LivingOrland · 13 mi · Mid-size home
$2,995Listed on its own website · shared room · seen October 27, 2026
The Neighborhoods at WesthavenOrland · 13 mi · Mid-size home
$2,995Listed on its own website · shared room · seen October 27, 2026
Townsend HouseChico · 20 mi · Mid-size home
$3,750Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
Almond Blossom Assisted Living-WestChico · 21 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 · 23 mi · Mid-size home
$5,558Listed on its own website · studio · seen October 5, 2026
Almond Blossom Assisted Living BH 2Chico · 23 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 · 23 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
Roseleaf Senior CareChico · 23 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 8 small homes and similar homes within 24 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

Rooms, meals, activities and house rules, in the home’s own words. Open any detail to see where it came from.

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Rooms & the spaces they will use (7)Private bathroom · Outdoor space · Room types

Private bathroom
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Outdoor spaceOutdoor Common Areas
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Room typesStudio
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Common areasIndoor Common Areas
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Roll-in / accessible shower
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
AmenitiesBeautician
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Bath tubs
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

Meals, preferences & familiar food (2)Meals provided · Vegetarian or vegan options

Meals provided
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Vegetarian or vegan optionsVegetarian
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

Activities & the rhythm of a day (3)Activity types offered · Trips outside the home · Religious services off site

Activity types offeredActivities On-site
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Trips outside the home
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Religious services off site
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

Faith, culture & language (2)Religious observance supported · Languages spoken by caregivers

Religious observance supportedChristian Services
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Languages spoken by caregiversArabic
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

Visiting & staying involved (1)Transportation costs extra

Transportation costs extraReported no
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

Where it is

423 Walnut St, Corning, CA 96021Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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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 #525002771 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

Mar 17, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On March 17, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kayla Adkison, arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Marites Mendros, Administrator, and explained the purpose of the visit. During the inspection, there were 7 residents and 2 staff providing direct care. LPA observed residents eating, watching television, and participating in bible study/music. LPA and Administrator toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to: common areas, eight (8) resident bedrooms, three (3) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas, and backyard. All areas observed were found to be clean and in good repair. All walkways were clear of obstructions. LPA observed each bedroom to have the required furnishings and working lights. Each resident bedroom has an exterior door to the backyard which are alarmed. LPA observed the facility to be at a comfortable temperature. There were various activities available for client recreation including games, cards, movies, and books. Facility has a 2-day perishable and a 7-day non-perishable amount of food. LPA observed all medications, sharps, and cleaning supplies to be locked away and inaccessible to clients in care. LPA reviewed Medication Administration Records (MARs) and found them to be current and accurate. LPA observed (2) two fire extinguishers which were last inspected in January 2026. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were observed and found to be in working condition. The facility is conducting emergency disaster drills with the last drill being documented in January 2026. LPA observed a complete first aid kit ready for use. Continued on LIC 809-C In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. LPA reviewed a total of five (5) resident files and two (2) staff files. One (1) of two (2) staff files did not have record of a medical assessment. Two (2) of two (2) staff files had no record of a negative tuberculosis test. All staff are fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility. Administrator certificate is current. Deficiencies are being cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and are recorded on the attached LIC 809-D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and and Appeal Rights were provided to Administrator, Marites Mendros, via email.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 17, 2026

The state marks this report as 7 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 5. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20251 state visit · 1 document

Feb 18, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

02/18/2025 12:30 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rebecca Knight arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year inspection. LPA met with Marites Mendros Administrator(7020141740 exp.09/18/2025) and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA 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 eight (8) resident rooms, common areas, six (6) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and back yard. Staff and resident files were reviewed. Medications were also reviewed. Medication is locked in a locked office. The common area, kitchen, and bathrooms were 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. All bedrooms had required furniture, bedding, and lighting. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature. First aid kit fully stocked and ready for emergency use. Fire extinguisher fully charged. Smoke detectors are all operational. All employees requiring background checks are cleared. There are no pools/bodies of water are on the premises. The last emergency evacuation drill was conducted in October 2024 which was a fire drill. Continued on LIC809-C LPA requested administrator submit the following documents to the Chico office: Copy of current administrator certificate, LIC402 surety bond, current liability insurance, LIC500 Personnel report. The following deficiencies were 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. LPA observed Clorox wipes and spray air freshener accessible to residents in one bathroom. LPA observed multi-purpose spray cleaner in kitchen accessible to residents. LPA observed warn paint and wood areas in the decking and ramps located on the north, south, and east sides of the facility. LPA observed a section of fence missing from the west side of the facility. LPA observed the following discarded items that need to be removed from the premises: dryer, hoyer lift. LPA observed that two of four staff files were missing current first aid training certificates. LPA observed that 1 of 4 resident files is missing a physicians report and TB clearance. Exit interview conducted and copy of report and appeal rights were provided to administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 18, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

Mar 7, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

03/07/2024 10:00 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sarah Benson arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year inspection. LPA met with Marites Mendros Administrator (cert 6053329740 exp.09-18-23) and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Benson and administrator toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to eight (8) resident rooms, common areas, six (6) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and back yard. Staff and resident files were reviewed. Medications were also reviewed. Medication is locked in a locked closet. The common area was clean and in good repair. All bedrooms had required furniture, bedding, and lighting. The bathrooms were clean and in good repair. The kitchen was clean and in good repair. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. Food appears to be stored and prepared properly. Facility has required (7) seven-day non-perishable and (2) day perishable supply of food. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature. First aid kit fully stocked and ready for emergency use. Fire extinguisher fully charged. Smoke detectors are all operational. Hot water temperature measured within required Title 22 regulations of 105 degrees F and 120 degrees F. All employees requiring background checks are cleared. There is a schedule of activities Planned for the clients. All required postings are displayed within the facility. No pools/bodies of water are on the premises. No firearms are on premises. The last disaster drill was conducted and documented on 1-1-24, the facility has been conducting drills every 3 months. The following deficiencies were 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 copy of report and appeal rights were provided to administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 7, 2024

Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 3 documents

20232 state visits · 2 documents

Apr 28, 2023Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Licensee InitiatedReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Licensee Initiated

LPA Hiratsuka, conducted this case management visit as a follow-up to an increase in capacity and room change request. LPA toured the facility to ensure all the rooms are ready for residents. The facility requested an increase in capacity and a room change earlier this month. The fire clearance was granted by the fire department. The facility now has a non-ambulatory fire clearance for eight residents. LPA also reminded Licensee that the annual fees have increased due to the increase in capacity. Per the fire clearance, rooms one, three, four, six, eight, and nine are private resident rooms. Room seven is cleared to be a shared room. This is a total capacity of eight. What used to be resident room five is now going to be used as an office and storage per the Licensees. Bedroom number two is the staff room and is in the same hallway as resident rooms one and three. There is a room off the kitchen that is used for storage, laundry, and overnight use for the licensee. A couple of topics were discussed. No deficiencies cited.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 28, 2023

Mar 22, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

LPA Hiratsuka, conducted this unannounced annual visit. LPA wore a surgical mask and observed all staff wearing one. This facility has six private resident rooms and three rooms used for staff and storage. There are two full common bathrooms and three of the resident rooms have their own private bathrooms. There is one common half bathroom. Discussed are floor plan options and capacity options. Several other topics discussed. No deficiencies cited.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 22, 2023

20221 state visit · 1 document

Feb 9, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 2/9/2022 at 11 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaclyn Avila arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required - 1 Year Inspection utilizing the infection control domain, LPA met with licensee/administrator Marites Menros 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. LPA ensured they applied hand sanitizer before entering the facility and the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn: N-95 Mask. LPA Avila and Marites toured the facility together to ensure health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to: common areas, bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and back yard. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. LPA Avila and the licensee completed the infection control domain and facility was found to be in need of technical assistance. LPA requested the following documents due by 2/11/2022 Register of Residents Number of non-ambulatory/bedridden person in care Personnel Report LIC 500 Emergency and Disaster Plan for RCFE (LIC 610E) LIC 808 Copy of Administrator Certificate LIC 9242 No deficiencies are being cited as a result of todays inspection. Technical assistance was provided. Exit interview conducted and copy of report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 9, 2022

The state marks this report as 11 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

License holder

Mendros, Marites, licensed since 2021.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2021, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 6
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 2021, 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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	This home	Typical
Type A citations	0	0
Type B citations	0	0
Substantiated allegations	0	0
Total complaints	0	0

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

What the state’s words mean

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

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Quick answers about Olive City Care Home

Is Olive City Care Home licensed?

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

How many residents is Olive City Care Home licensed for?

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

Has Olive City Care Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2021, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Olive City Care Home still open?

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

What does Olive City Care Home cost?

$4,700 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,850–$5,750. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

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 Olive City Care Home 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 Mendros, Marites, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Can Olive City Care Home 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.