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Small home · Licensed for 4 · Porterville
Merzoian Ranch 2
668 W. Willow Oak Ave., Porterville, CA 93257Licensed since 2022
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: HospiceState licensing record · October 26, 2026
- Licensed for 4: a small care homeThe state license record
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Care and support
- Hospiceup to 2 residents
Not on file: wheelchair, 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. 4 AMBULATORY ONLY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 2.
935 - ELDERLY · 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
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Merzoian Ranch 2: 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.
Check availabilityWhat 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
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.
Rates at nearby homes3 nearby homes publish starting rates of $4,500 to $6,660
- Glory Days Assisted LivingVisalia · 23 mi · Mid-size home$4,595Listed on its own website · our · seen October 5, 2026
- Quail Park Memory Care ResidencesVisalia · 26 mi · Mid-size home$6,660Listed on its own website · apartments · seen October 27, 2026
- Jordeth Senior Care HomeVisalia · 26 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.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.
The best way to see it is a visit.
Request a tourWhere it is
668 W. Willow Oak 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 list1.6 mi
Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).
Open directionsThe state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #547209250 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents
20261 state visit · 1 document
Sep 30, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 9/30/26 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J. Leffall arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was greeted by Staff (S1) Kim Smith, LPA was granted entry. Administrator (A1) Kimila Evans arrived shortly after LPA’s arrival. 2 residents were present during inspection. The other 2 were attending day program. LPA toured facility with A1. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. Samples of resident’s medications were checked and observed locked in kitchen cabinet. Clients’ MARS was reviewed. Fire extinguisher reviewed with a service date of: 6/5/25. Fire drill completed on 9/1/26. Clients' bedrooms were toured and reviewed. Cleaning chemicals were observed stored and locked in closet. Resident’s bedrooms observed to be adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lighting. All bathrooms are toured and observed to be operational. Hot water temperature was tested at a range of 115.8 to 119.4 degrees in 2 bathrooms. Outside of facility toured. Outside observed free of debris. Side gate was self-closing and self-latching. Outside was observed with adequate outdoor seatings available for clients. Freezer temperature observed at 0 degrees F and refrigerator temperature maintained at 25 degrees F. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were tested and observed to be operational. Client’s and staff’s files reviewed to have all the required documents. The following deficiency is being cited on the attached 809D in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. Exit Interview conducted. LPA is requesting the following documents be submitted to the Fresno CCL office by 10/14/26: Current copy of Administrator Certificate, Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC308), Administrator Organization LIC 309, Affidavit regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources LIC 400, Liability Insurance-RCFE, Emergency and Disaster Plan LIC 610E, Personnel Report LIC500, Register of Facility Clients/Residents for LIC9020A A copy of this report with and appeal rights was provided to Staff, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 30, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Aug 14, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Today, Licensing Program Analyst L. Xiong was at the facility conducting an unannounced Annual Inspection. LPA met with staff Kim Smith and administrator Kimila Evans and inform her the purpose of the visit. Staff provided the facility tour for LPA. 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 6/2025. Water temperature observed to measure at 120 degrees F. No deficiencies were observed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 14, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Sep 10, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Today, Licensing Program Analyst L. Xiong was at the facility conducting an unannounced Annual Inspection. LPA met with staff Kim Smith and spoke to Administrator Kimila Evans on the phone and inform her the purpose of the visit. Staff provided the facility tour for LPA. 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 8/2023. Water temperature observed to measure at 120 degrees F. No deficiencies were observed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 10, 2024
Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 3 documents
20231 state visit · 1 document
Oct 12, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Today, Licensing Program Analyst L. Xiong was at the facility conducting an unannounced Annual Inspection. LPA met with Administrator Kimila Evans and inform her the purpose of the visit. LPAs observed a central entry point with a supply of hand sanitizer and a sign in policy that includes documented routine symptom screening for resident's, staff and visitors. LPA introduced self and allowed entrance by DSP staff. All COVID-19 guidelines are in place. Visitor log-in/temperature check was observed upon entry. Administrator brought personnel and resident records for review and provided the facility tour for LPA. 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 5/2023. Water temperature observed to measure at 120 degrees F. No deficiencies were observed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 12, 2023
20222 state visits · 2 documents
Oct 27, 2022Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Xiong conducted an announced Pre-licensing Inspection. I met with Administrator Kimila Evans and Member Manager, Dwayne Story and informed them the purpose of the visit. The facility was, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside or outside. Common areas were properly furnished and well-lit throughout. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector were tested and observed to be operational. The First Aid Kit was observed to have the required supplies. There was a locked cabinet in the kitchen for medications and knives/sharp objects. Cleaning supplies, chemicals, and hazardous materials were stored in the laundry room in a locked cabinet. Resident and personnel files will be stored in a locked facility office. The residents' bedrooms were observed to be furnished with bed, dresser, night stand, lamp, chair and adequate lightning. Mattresses were in good condition. A sufficient supply of linens and towels was observed. Bathrooms had non-slip rugs and grip bars equipped in the tubs/showers. Hot water was tested with a thermometer and reflected a temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit. A self-latching gate was also observed. Component III was conducted and completed. Exit interview was conducted. Pending licensure by Centralized Application Bureau (CAB)the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 27, 2022
Sep 27, 2022Facility evaluation reportOfficeReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 4 COMP II Participants: Dwayne Story, LLC Managing Member; Kimila Evans, Administrator Interview Method: Telephone interview On 9/27/22, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed the understanding of the California Code Title 22 Regulations. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements/CPMB associations & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 27, 2022
License holder
Merzoian Ranch 2 LLC, licensed since 2022.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2022, 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 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 | 0 | 0 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Merzoian Ranch 2
Is Merzoian Ranch 2 licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Merzoian Ranch 2 licensed for?
4 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Merzoian Ranch 2 been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Merzoian Ranch 2 still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.
What does Merzoian Ranch 2 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 Merzoian Ranch 2 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 Merzoian Ranch 2 LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Sierra View Medical Center is 1.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Merzoian Ranch 2 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.
Merzoian Ranch 2 license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “MERZOIAN RANCH 2 LLC”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #547209250. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 4 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Merzoian Ranch 2 LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is September 30, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Nearby
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Licensed homes near this one in Tulare County, most information on file first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
- Map
Typical starting rate
$4,000 a month to start
Typical in Tulare County · likely $3,000–$5,000On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Typical starting rate
$4,000 a month to start
Typical in Tulare County · likely $3,000–$5,000On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Typical starting rate
$4,000 a month to start
Typical in Tulare County · likely $3,000–$5,000On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Map
Typical starting rate
$4,000 a month to start
Typical in Tulare County · likely $3,000–$5,000On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Typical starting rate
$4,000 a month to start
Typical in Tulare County · likely $3,000–$5,000On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Typical starting rate
$4,000 a month to start
Typical in Tulare County · likely $3,000–$5,000On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
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