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Absolute Care for LifeLicense #79200574 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareAbsolute Care for LifeLicense #79200574 · 1700 Marlesta Road, Pinole, CA · (510) 478-8926Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
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Estimated starting rate$5,300/mo

Covelight estimate · likely $4,350–$6,500 · See costs

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Small home · Licensed for 6 · Pinole

Absolute Care for Life

1700 Marlesta Road, Pinole, CA 94564 · Licensed since 2017

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Absolute Care for Life

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$5,300 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $4,350–$6,500 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 6 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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. 6 MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6 RESIDENTS.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life

    State licensing record · October 26, 2026

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Absolute Care for Life: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and help with medicines. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,300a month to start

Likely $4,350–$6,500

From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$5,300likely a month
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$5,300likely $4,350–$6,500

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 15 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

    Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $4,350–$6,650
$5,300
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,100–$9,850
$7,800
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Rates at nearby homes24 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,000 to $15,000

$3,000$15,000

EstimateLikely rangeA nearby home’s published starting rate

24 homes like this within 15 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$7,000.

  • Tara Hills Care HomePinole · 0.7 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Oakwood Memory & Senior CareVallejo · 8.3 mi · Mid-size home
    $5,000Listed on its own website · semi-private room · seen October 5, 2026
  • C&F Senior Care Home American CanyonAmerican Canyon · 12 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Caring Angels Care HomeLafayette · 12 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Haven House of San RafaelSan Rafael · 12 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Maureen HousePleasant Hill · 12 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Daniel Rest HomeSan Rafael · 12 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Lafayette GardensLafayette · 13 mi · Small home
    $5,600Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Elisabeth Care HomePleasant Hill · 14 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Bel Marin GardensNovato · 14 mi · Small home
    $7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Villa Marin Ambulatory Care UnitSan Rafael · 14 mi · Mid-size home
    $15,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Golden Home Extended CareSan Rafael · 14 mi · Mid-size home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Ramona Care HomePleasant Hill · 14 mi · Small home
    $3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Blue Horizon LivingConcord · 14 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • A Ohana Home for SeniorsConcord · 14 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Aspen Senior LivingConcord · 14 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Shalom HouseSan Rafael · 14 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Lakeshore Residential CareOakland · 14 mi · Mid-size home
    $3,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Bermuda Residential Care HomeConcord · 14 mi · Small home
    $3,800Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Golden Care HomeConcord · 15 mi · Small home
    $3,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
  • Bello Gardens Assisted LivingSan Anselmo · 15 mi · Mid-size home
    $4,800Listed on Seniorly · memory care private room · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
  • Better Living of Walnut CreekWalnut Creek · 15 mi · Small home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
  • Buttercup Care HomeConcord · 15 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Heatherwood Memory CareWalnut Creek · 15 mi · Mid-size home
    $6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 15 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

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

1700 Marlesta Road, Pinole, CA 94564Address 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 #79200574 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 4 of 7 documents

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

20261 state visit · 1 document

Mar 5, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 3/05/2026 at 12:25 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Fowler conducted an unannounced 1-Year Required inspection. LPA met with Emcy Levin, Administrator. The Administrator currently holds a certificate (#7003792740) that expired on 03/16/2027. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for three (3) ambulatory and three (3) non-ambulatory residents. LPA toured the facility with Administrator including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area, garage and backyard. The facility consists of five (5) total bedrooms and three (3) bathrooms. No bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 113.9 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 04/09/2025. Emergency Disaster Plan was posted. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Earthquake and fire drill last conducted on 2/08/2026. LPA reviewed three (3) resident files and three (3) staff files all complete. CONTINUE ON LIC809C. continue from LIC 809 LPA requested the following documents to be submitted to CCLD by 3/16/2026. · Resident Roster · LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility · LIC 309 Administrative Organization · LIC 500 Personnel Report · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan (9 pages) · Liability Insurance No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 5, 2026

20252 state visits · 2 documents

Jul 15, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff do not ensure residents are served food of good quality. Staff are not following resident’s doctor's orders. Staff do not provide activities for residents.

On 07/15/2025 at 12:50pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Carol Fowler arrived unannounced to deliver complaint findings for the allegations above. LPA met with Gloryciel Cabanting, Caregiver and explained the reason for the visit. LPA spoke with Administrator via phone call. During the investigation LPA toured the facility and observed the food in the facility and in the garage, conducted interviews with residents, and staff. LPA obtained and reviewed physician report, after visit summaries, facility menus, a photo of a meal. Continue on LIC 9099C Unsubstantiated Continue from LIC 9099 Allegation Staff do not ensure residents are served food of good quality. Investigation Finding: unsubstantiated. During interviews with resident 1 (R1) revealed R1 is happy and satisfied with the meals being served at the facility. Interview with R2 revealed that they often have Oatmeal form breakfast, and the meals are sometimes great and sometimes as it comes. Interview with staff revealed that all staff are cooking meals and always give options as an input of meals that will be prepared for the day, and an option if the residents are unhappy with the meals the care staff will prepare the residents with what they would like to eat. LPA toured the facility and inspected the food pantry, refrigerator, freezer in the kitchen and in the garage, all food was fresh and of good quality. LPA observed lunch that was prepared for the residents that appeared fresh and healthy. Therefore, this allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED Allegation Staff are not following resident’s doctor's orders. Investigation Finding: unsubstantiated. During the investigation LPA interviewed staff which revealed that R1 does not have a special diet request from R1s physician but W1 requests the facility to modify R1s diet. LPAs Review of R1s physicians report reveled that R1 dose not have a special diet request noted from R1s physician. Therefore, this allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED Continue on LIC 9099C Continue from LIC 9099 Allegation Staff do not provide activities for residents. Investigation Finding: unsubstantiated. During the investigation LPA interviewed staff and residents. S1 stated that the facility has plenty of activities such as puzzles, books, crossword puzzles, walks, listening to books on tape. Interview with S2 revealed that the facility has crossword puzzles, listening to books, rosaries and walking the dogs and residents enjoy visiting each other. Interview with S3 revealed the facility are things like chatting with each other, listening to books, puzzles, crossword puzzles and S3 tries to get residents to exercise. Interview with R1 revealed that R1 talks with others at the facility, plays mind games, puzzles, reads and walks R1s dogs in the back yard and down the street with staff. Interview with R2 revealed that R1 visits with roommate and works on word search and has books and doesn’t get out much. Therefore, this allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 15, 2025 · control 15-AS-20250604093137
Jan 28, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 1/28/2025 at 9:45 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Fowler conducted an unannounced 1-Year Required inspection. LPA met with Gloryciel Cavanting Caregiver, and explained the purpose of the visit. Emcy Levin, Administrator arrived at 10:50 am. The Administrator currently holds a certificate (#7003792740) that expired on 03/16/2026. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for three (3) ambulatory and three (3) non-ambulatory residents. LPA toured the facility with Administrator including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area, garage and backyard. The facility consists of five (5) total bedrooms and three (3) bathrooms. No bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 68 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 109 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 04/09/2024. Emergency Disaster Plan was posted. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Earthquake and fire drill last conducted on 12/05/2024. LPA reviewed four (4) resident files and three (3) staff files all complete. CONTINUE ON LIC809C. continue from LIC 809 LPA requested the following documents to be submitted to CCLD by 2/07/2025. · Resident Roster · LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility · LIC 309 Administrative Organization · LIC 500 Personnel Report · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan (9 pages) · Liability Insurance No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 28, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

Mar 26, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 3/26/2024 at 1:27pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Fowler conducted an unannounced 1-Year Required inspection. LPA met with Gloryciel Cavanting Caregiver, and explained the purpose of the visit. Emcy Levin, Administrator arrived at 1:50pm. The Administrator currently holds a certificate (#6013527740) that expired on 03/15/2024 and is waiting on her renewal. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for three (3) ambulatory and three (3) non-ambulatory residents. LPA toured the facility with Administrator including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area, garage and backyard. The facility consists of five (5) total bedrooms and three (3) bathrooms. No bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 74 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 109.1 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 04/27/2023. Emergency Disaster Plan was posted. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Earthquake and fire drill last conducted on 3/1/2024. LPA reviewed four (4) resident files and three (3) staff files all complete. CONTINUE ON LIC809C. CONTINUE FROM LIC809 LPA observed the following deficiencies: · At 1:55pm, LPA observed living quarters in the garage. · At 2:05pm, LPA observed 8 tires, wood planks located in the backyard. LPA requested the following documents to be submitted to CCLD by 4/04/2024. · Resident Roster · LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility · LIC 309 Administrative Organization · LIC 500 Personnel Report · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan (9 pages) · Liability Insurance The deficiencies were observed (see LIC809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulation, Failure to submit proof of corrections (POC) by plan of correction due date and/or any repeat deficiencies within a 12-month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights providedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 26, 2024
Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 3 documents

20231 state visit · 2 documents

Feb 1, 2023Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff did not prevent resident from wandering away from facility

On 2/1/23 at 1:00PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Carol Fowler and P. Watson arrived unannounced to deliver complaint findings for the allegations above. LPAs met with Emcy Madriaga Levin and explained the reason for the visit. Investigation Finding: SUBSTANTIATED During the course of the investigation the Department interviewed 2 staff and Reporting Party (RP); and obtained & reviewed the following documents: facility and staff roster, physician's report, appraisal needs and service plan, caregiver work schedule, identification and emergency information. Continue on 9099C Substantiated Continue from 9099 Upon investigation it was found that R1 had eloped from the facility on 6/30/2022. S1 was preparing medication for R1, S2 asked S1 for assist with R2 in the bathroom. S1 returned to prepare medication for R1, once prepared S1 proceeded to R1’s bedroom R1 was not there. S1 searched the facility, R1 was not in the facility. The facility is equipped with an egress alarm but R2 was making loud noises while S1 and S2 was assisting her in the bathroom, staff didn’t hear the alarm. S1 walked out of the facility to look for R1, at that time R1’s brother (W1) and his wife(W2) arrived at approximately 6:45pm to the facility, S1 informed the family R1 was missing. R1’s daughter also arrived at the facility and saw S1 outside of the facility and run back in. RP knocked on the door of the facility and was informed by S1 that R1 was missing from the facility. RP, W1 and W2 then proceed to drive and search for R1. W1 & W2 found R1 approximately 3 blocks from the facility. The administrator was called an hour after R1 was missing. R1 had scrapes and scratches on R1’s head and arm. RP took R1 to Kaiser Hospital emergency room. R1 arrived back to the facility on 6/30/2022 approximately 12:20pm. On 7/9/2022 RP moved R1 from the facility. Deficiencies are cited per Title 22 California Code of Regulations and listed on LIC9099D. Failure to submit proof of corrections (POC) by plan of correction due dates and/or any repeat deficiencies within a 12-month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. Appeal Rights and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 1, 2023 · control 15-AS-20220713115740

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87705(b)(2) · Plan of correction due date: Feb 10, 2023

(b) In addition to the requirements as specified in Section 87208, Plan of Operation, the plan of operation shall address the needs of residents with dementia, including: (2) Safety measures to address behaviors such as wandering.... Based on interviews and records review, the licensee did not comply with the section above for safety measures by R1 being able to elope which posed an immediate safety risk to person in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 1, 2023

Plan of correction: Administrator agreed to conduct in-service training with staff and submit a copy with attendees’ signatures. Administrator will also provide a detailed plan of preventing elopement at the facility and submit a copy to CCLD by the POC due date.

Feb 1, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 02/1/2023 at 10:00 am, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) C. Fowler and P. Watson arrived unannounced to conduct an Infection Control Inspection. LPAs met with Administrator, Emcy Madriaga Levin and explained the purpose of the visit. Upon entry, LPA temperatures were checked by staff. LPAs toured facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, common areas, and outdoor areas. LPA observed sign & symptoms, cough etiquette, and social distancing were posted in the common areas. Hand washing posters were posted at bathrooms and sinks. During record review, LPAs observed visitors log and temperature logs for residents and staff. LPAs observed facility has a copy of Mitigation Plan on file. LPAs observed PPE and paper supplies are sufficient. The following deficiencies were observed during the visit: -At 10:17 am, LPAs observed 2 ladders, shovels, paint cans, ply wood, wood planks located in backyard -At 10:24 am LPAs observed cabinet in kitchen unlocked with key hanging from lock. The deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations. Failure to correct deficiencies by POC date may result in additional Civil Penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights providedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 1, 2023

20221 state visit · 1 document

Jun 22, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 06/22/2022 at 12:30 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) C. Fowler arrived unannounced to conduct an Infection Control Inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Emcy Madriaga Levin and explained the purpose of the visit. Upon entry, LPA temperatures were checked by staff. LPA toured facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common areas, and outdoor areas. LPA observed sign & symptoms, cough etiquette, and social distancing were posted in the common areas. Hand washing posters were posted at bathrooms and sinks. During record review, LPA observed visitors log and temperature logs for residents and staff. LPA observed facility has a copy of Mitigation Plan on file. LPA observed PPE and paper supplies are sufficient. The following deficiencies were observed during the visit: -At 12:30pm, LPA observed an added room located in the garage. The deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations. Failure to correct deficiencies by POC date may result in additional Civil Penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 22, 2022

6 of 6 beds were occupied at the July 15, 2025 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.

License holder

Mrv, licensed since 2017.

Operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

  • A Care for Life · Pinole
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2017, as the state’s facility page counts them
State visits on file
7
Total complaints
2
Substantiated allegations
1
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
1

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.

Compare with homes the same size
This homeTypical
Type A citations00
Type B citations10
Substantiated allegations10
Total complaints20

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

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

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

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

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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 Absolute Care for Life

Is Absolute Care for Life licensed?

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

How many residents is Absolute Care for Life licensed for?

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

Has Absolute Care for Life been cited?

0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.

Is Absolute Care for Life still open?

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

What does Absolute Care for Life cost?

$5,300 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,350–$6,500. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 15 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.

Among 34 other homes of a similar licensed size across Contra Costa County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $6,500 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 34 other homes publishing a starting rate).

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

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

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

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

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

Does Absolute Care for Life 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 Mrv, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. See the homes licensed to Mrv — at least 2 on the state roster.

Can Absolute Care for Life keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Absolute Care for Life license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “ABSOLUTE CARE FOR LIFE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #79200574. 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 Mrv, 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 1 Type B citation on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
  • 2 complaints and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is July 29, 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

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

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