Small home · Licensed for 6 · Porterville

Jeffries Home RCFE

2545 W White Chapel Ave, Porterville, CA 93257Licensed since 2022

Overview

Typical starting rate

$4,000 a month

Typical in Tulare County · likely $3,000–$5,000 See costs

No openings reported

Approved by the state: Wheelchair · 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 2 residents
Hospiceup to 1 resident

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 6 AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 2 MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 1.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 1 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Jeffries Home RCFE: 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

Typical starting rate

$4,000a month to start

Likely $3,000–$5,000

Covelight’s researched range for Tulare County · this home’s rate is not on file

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$4,000likely 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$4,000likely $3,000–$5,000
Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for small care homes in Tulare County (compiled June 2026). 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 $3,000–$5,200: $4,000
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,800–$8,400: $6,500

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 homes3 nearby homes publish starting rates of $4,500 to $6,660

Glory Days Assisted LivingVisalia · 20 mi · Mid-size home
$4,595Listed on its own website · our · seen October 5, 2026
Quail Park Memory Care ResidencesVisalia · 23 mi · Mid-size home
$6,660Listed on its own website · apartments · seen October 27, 2026
Jordeth Senior Care HomeVisalia · 23 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026

How this estimate worksWhy this is a county figure

Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for small care homes in Tulare County (compiled June 2026). 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

2545 W White Chapel Ave, Porterville, CA 93257Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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Sierra View Medical CenterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list2.7 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 #547209220 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 7 of 11 documents

Complaint outcomes in these 36 months, in the state’s words: 3 “Unsubstantiated” and 1 “Unfounded”.

20263 state visits · 4 documents

May 21, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff do not ensure that client's hygiene needs are met Staff do not follow client's special diet Staff do not ensure client's medication is taken as prescribed Staff confiscated resident's phone

On 05/21/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to deliver complaint findings. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and met with staff Haze Torres. Licensee Jennifer Jeffries was called and authorized staff to sign report. LPA discuss findings with Licensee via telephone. During the course of the investigation, the Department conducted interviews, obtained copies of records, and toured the facility. The facility provides a cellphone for all clients to use. R1 no longer resides at the facility. Therefore, based on interviews conducted and records reviewed, the allegations alleging staff did not ensure the client’s hygiene needs are met, staff did not follow the client’s special diet, staff did not ensure mediations are taken as prescribed and staff confiscated R1’s phone, the preponderance of evidence standard has not been met. The above allegations are found to be UNSUBTANTIATED. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was provided to Licensee via email as requested. Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 21, 2026 · control 24-AS-20260429115925

Apr 29, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Today, Licensing Program Analyst L. Xiong arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Infection Control Inspection. LPAs met with staff Haze Torres and inform her the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility with staff. Facility appeared clean with no obstruction or fire clearance issues. All common areas have adequate seating and lighting. Resident bedrooms toured, rooms observed to have all required accommodations. Kitchen toured, LPA observed a 2-day supply of perishable and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available for residents. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detectors observed operational during inspection. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 01/2026. Water temperature observed to measure at 105 degrees F. No deficiencies were observed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 29, 2026

Mar 19, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff left residents unattended

On 03/19/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to deliver complaint findings. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and met with staff Cija Reed. Licensee Jennfier Jeffries was contacted via telephone who authorized staff to sign report. During the course of the investigation, the Department conducted interviews, records were reviewed and toured the facility. Clients and staff confirm there is a staff present every shift. Based on interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has not been met, therefore, the above allegation is found to be UNSUBTANTIATED. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was provided to Licensee via email per request. Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 19, 2026 · control 24-AS-20250821092855

Mar 19, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Resident fell resulting in injury Lack of care and supervision Facility did not followed physician's order.

On 03/19/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to deliver complaint findings. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and met with staff Cija Reed. Licensee Jennfier Jeffries was contacted via telephone who authorized staff to sign report. During the course of the investigation, interviews were conducted and records were reviewed. Allegations alleging resident fell resulting in injury, lack of care and supervision, and facility did not follow physician’s order, although the allegation may have happened or is valid. Based on interviews conducted and records reviewed, the preponderance of evidence standard has not been met, therefore, the above allegations are found to be UNSUBTANTIATED. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was provided to Licensee via email per request. Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 19, 2026 · control 24-AS-20250822151427

20252 state visits · 2 documents

Aug 14, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnfounded

Allegation investigated: Staff consumed drugs while on shift Staff stole resident's money Staff transported residents in care without having a driver's license

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Xiong conducted the complaint investigation visit to the facility. During the course of this investigation LPA reviewed facility files relevant to the complaint investigation. It was determined that the above allegation: Staff consumed drugs while on shift, Staff stole resident's money and Staff transported residents in care without having a driver's license is UNFOUNDED. The evidence from the investigation indicated staff did not consumed drugs while working, staff did not steal resident's money and all staff transporting residents have current california driver's license. This agency has investigated the complaint alleging (Staff consumed drugs while on shift, Staff stole resident's money and Staff transported residents in care without having a driver's license). We have found that the complaint was unfounded, therefore we have dismissed the complaint. Unfoundedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 14, 2025 · control 24-AS-20250512082155

Apr 8, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Today, Licensing Program Analyst L. Xiong arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Infection Control Inspection. LPAs met with staff Karyn Nyugen and inform her the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility with staff. Facility appeared clean with no obstruction or fire clearance issues. All common areas have adequate seating and lighting. Resident bedrooms toured, rooms observed to have all required accommodations. Kitchen toured, LPA observed a 2-day supply of perishable and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available for residents. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detectors observed operational during inspection. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 01/2025. Water temperature observed to measure at 105 degrees F. No deficiencies were observed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 8, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

Apr 10, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Today, Licensing Program Analyst L. Xiong arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Infection Control Inspection. LPAs met with staff Melinda Mason and spoke to facility manager Julia Thorton on the phone and inform them the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility with staff. Facility appeared clean with no obstruction or fire clearance issues. All common areas have adequate seating and lighting. Resident bedrooms toured, rooms observed to have all required accommodations. Kitchen toured, LPA observed a 2-day supply of perishable and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available for residents. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detectors observed operational during inspection. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 01/2024. Water temperature observed to measure at 105 degrees F. No deficiencies were observed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 10, 2024

Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 4 documents

20232 state visits · 2 documents

Sep 28, 2023Complaint investigation reportUnfounded

Allegation investigated: Staff did not respond to resident's call for help. Staff leave residents alone at facility. Staff scream at each other in front of residents. Unqualified staff transporting the residents.

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Xiong conducted the complaint investigation visit to the facility. I met with Jennifer Jeffries, Licensee and informed her the purpose of the visit. During the course of this investigation LPA reviewed facility files and interviewed staff and resident relevant to the complaint investigation. It was determined that the above allegations: Staff did not respond to resident's call for help, Staff leave residents alone at facility, Staff scream at each other in front of residents, and Unqualified staff transporting the residents are UNFOUNDED. The evidence from the investigation indicated staff not responding the resident's call didn't happenned, staff did not leave the residents alone, staff didn't scream at each other in front of the residents and only staff with current driver's license drove and are authorized to transport residents. This agency has investigated the complaint alleging (Staff did not respond to resident's call for help, Staff leave residents alone at facility, Staff scream at each other in front of residents, and Unqualified staff transporting the residents). We have found that the complaint was unfounded, therefore we have dismissed the complaint. Unfoundedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 28, 2023 · control 24-AS-20230628080745

The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

May 15, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Today, Licensing Program Analyt L. Xiong arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the . LPAs met with Licensee/Administrator Jennifer Jefferies informing her the purpose of the visit. Mitigation plan has been submitted Licensing. Infection control procedures described in the plan and observed by LPAs include: Daily symptoms screenings (for staff, persons in care and visitors), visitation policy, quarantine/isolation procedures, surveillance testing, infection control plan and identification of Kim Searcy as the Infection Control Lead, emergency staffing, PPE use, infection control training and procedures, documentation, postings and communication. LPAs reviewed Mitigation Plan and procedures with the House manager and Administrator. LPAs toured the facility inside and out. Required postings of signs to include hand washing, coughing etiquette and physical distancing were observed in the facility. Staff were all observed wearing face coverings. Facility has designated visitation areas. LPAs observed a 30 day supply of PPE and resident medications. Sinks are well stocked and liquid soap for hand washing and paper towels for hand drying were observed. Through LPA’s observations, documentation review and interview with Licensee, the required infection control practices are found to be in compliance. No deficiencies cited on today’s inspection.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 15, 2023

20222 state visits · 2 documents

Apr 14, 2022Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 04/14/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an announced Pre-Licensing and Component III Inspection. LPA met with Licensee Jennifer Jeffries. There are currently 6 residents in placement, facility is currently licensed as Adult Residential. The facility is a 7 bedroom and 3 bathrooms home and fire clearance were granted for 4 ambulatory and 2 non-ambulatory for a total capacity of 6. There were no residents present during this inspection. Common areas were observed to have adequate seating and lighting available. Bedrooms were observed to have the required furnishings. Hot water temperature 108 degree F. Kitchen was toured and observed to have dishes, plates, and utensils. Knives will be kept locked and secure in the kitchen pantry. Medications will be locked in lock box in the pantry. First aid kit was observed and contained all required items. Cleaning supplies and chemicals observed to be locked in laundry room. A fire extinguisher was observed and had a service date of 01/19/22. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were observed to be operational during this inspection. Outside of facility toured. Exits were open and free of obstructions. Component III was conducted during today's pre-licensing visit. I have found that the applicant has met all pre-licensing requirements. LPA will submit documentation to CAB in Sacramento for final review prior to license being issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 14, 2022

Apr 4, 2022Facility evaluation reportOfficeReport on file

Type of visit: Office

COMP II by CAB successfully completed Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: CHOFT Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 6 Method: Telephone call with CAB COMP II Participants: Jennifer Jeffries, Owner; Kim Searcy, Administrator, Shannon Betker, analyst. Applicant/administrator participated in COMP II at CAB via telephone call with analyst at CAB. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified by confirming driver’s license number. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed the understanding of Title 22. Component II was successfully completed. Applicant and administrator were advised to email/fax signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID to CAB. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Staff qualifications and responsibilities 3. Staff training 4. Applicant and Administrator qualifications 5. Grievances, Complaints, Community resources 6. Food service 7. Medication management 8. Application document review and technical assistance: Pre-licensing inspectionthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 4, 2022

5 of 6 beds were occupied at the May 21, 2026 state visit, the most recent — a count on that day, not an opening.

License holder

Jeffries, Jennifer I, licensed since 2022.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2022, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 11
Total complaints: 5
Substantiated allegations: 0
Type A citations: 0
Type B citations: 0

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2022, 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	5	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 Jeffries Home RCFE

Is Jeffries Home RCFE licensed?

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

How many residents is Jeffries Home RCFE licensed for?

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

Has Jeffries Home RCFE been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 11 state visits over the same years.

Is Jeffries Home RCFE still open?

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

What does Jeffries Home RCFE cost?

$4,000 a month to start is typical in Tulare County, likely $3,000–$5,000. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for small care homes in Tulare County (compiled June 2026). This home’s own rate is not on file.

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 Jeffries Home RCFE 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 Jeffries, Jennifer I, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Sierra View Medical Center is 2.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Jeffries Home RCFE keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 1 resident, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.