Small home · Licensed for 6 · Brentwood

A&B Loving Care Home

729 Marjoram Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513Licensed since 2026

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$4,950 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,100 See costs

No openings reported

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

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Care and support

Wheelchairup to 6 residents
Dementia
Hospiceup to 2 residents

Not on file: bedridden approval.

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

Read the state’s own wording

AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR SIX(6) NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR (2) RESIDENTS.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

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
If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for A&B Loving Care Home: 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

$4,950a month to start

Likely $4,050–$6,100

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$4,950likely a month

Room

Daily care

Sharing the room

Starting monthly rate$4,950likely $4,050–$6,100
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 19 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 $4,050–$6,250: $4,950
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,750–$9,450: $7,450

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 $2,000 to $10,995

24 homes like this within 19 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,200–$6,800.

Belleview Assisted LivingBrentwood · 0.6 mi · Small home
$7,000Listed on its own website · monthly · seen October 5, 2026
Buttons Elderly CareOakley · 3.3 mi · Small home
$2,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
Zannat Boarding CareAntioch · 3.7 mi · Small home
$4,800Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Terrace View Assisted LivingAntioch · 4.8 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on its own website · memory care · seen October 5, 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.
Sterling EstatesAntioch · 6.0 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Friendship Care HomeAntioch · 6.1 mi · Mid-size home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Golden Star HomeRio Vista · 16 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
Emerald Care Home IIConcord · 16 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Agape Assisted LivingConcord · 17 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
HRS Care HomeLivermore · 17 mi · Small home
$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
Camellia Garden Care VillaWalnut Creek · 17 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Penny's Guest Home BillingsConcord · 17 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Welcome Home Senior Residence (Concord 2)Concord · 18 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Buttercup Care HomeConcord · 18 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
A Place for SeniorsWalnut Creek · 18 mi · Small home
$6,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Wimbledon Walnut Creek Care HomeWalnut Creek · 18 mi · Small home
$8,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Brookdale DanvilleDanville · 18 mi · Mid-size home
$10,995Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Welcome Home Senior Residence (Walnut Creek)Walnut Creek · 18 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Golden Care HomeConcord · 18 mi · Small home
$3,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
Better Living of Walnut CreekWalnut Creek · 18 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
New Alamo Residence HomeAlamo · 18 mi · Small home
$7,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Ag Health CareWalnut Creek · 18 mi · Small home
$3,395Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
Casa Blanca Retirement HomesAlamo · 18 mi · Mid-size home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
A Ohana Home for SeniorsConcord · 19 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · 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 19 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

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

729 Marjoram Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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Kaiser Foundation Hospital - AntiochHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list3.7 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 #79201632 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents

20262 state visits · 3 documents

Feb 3, 2026Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 02/03/2026 at 9:43AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) T. Syess-Gibson conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection. This is a continuation from the previous visit conducted on 01/28/2026. LPA met with Hazel Ann Alban, Licensee/Mildred Balancio, Administrator and explained the purpose of the visit. On 01/28/2026, LPA toured the facility with Licensee/Administrator including but not limited to the residents' bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common areas, garage, and outdoor area. LPA observed facility has sufficient lighting throughout the facility. There were no bodies of water observed. The facility consists of five (5) bedrooms one (1) bedroom occupied by staff, and three (3) bathrooms. LPA observed non-skid mats and grab bars in showers. There is activity materials observed in the living room. First-aid kit was observed to be complete. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operational. Fire extinguisher was purchased on 10/24/2025. Emergency/Disaster plans/contact information, personal rights were observed posted in common areas. On 02/03/2026 LPA toured the facility and observed Licensee/Administrator made corrections from previous visit on 01/28/2026. Continue on LIC809C..... Continued from LIC809 LPA Conducted COMP III on 02/03/2026. The licensee/administrator was reminded of the statute that requires CCL to be notified within 5 business days of admitting their first resident. This notification may be made by phone, by mail, by email, or by fax. No Issues were noted during inspection. LPA observed that facility is ready to be licensed. This report will be submitted to the Central Applications Unit (CAU) and a final review of the application will be conducted. This facility is not yet licensed and is subject to final approval by CAU. Additional requirements may still be required. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 3, 2026

Feb 3, 2026Facility evaluation reportCase Management - OtherReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

On 02/02/2026 at 10:18AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) T. Syess-Gibson conducted a component III presentation with Licensee/Administrator. LPA presented Component III power point during visit and discussed the regulations embodied in the power point. LPA observed the participants gained knowledge about running and maintaining the facility in accordance with regulations. Licensee was reminded of the statute that requires CCL to be notified within 5 business days of admitting their first resident. This notification may be made by phone, by mail, or by fax. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 3, 2026

Jan 28, 2026Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 01/28/2026 at 10:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) T. Syess-Gibson arrived announced to conduct a Pre-licensing Inspection. LPA met with Ireneo Alban, Licensee and Mildred Balancio, Administrator. LPA explained the purpose of visit. The facility fire clearance was approved for six (6) non ambulatory residents. LPA toured the facility with Licensee/Administrator including but not limited to the residents' bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common areas, garage, and outdoor area. LPA observed facility has sufficient lighting throughout the facility. There were no bodies of water observed. The facility consists of five (5) bedrooms one (1) bedroom occupied by staff, and three (3) bathrooms. LPA observed non-skid mats and grab bars in showers. There is activity materials observed in the living room. First-aid kit was observed to be complete. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operational. Fire extinguisher was purchased on 10/24/2025. Emergency/Disaster plans/contact information, personal rights were observed posted in common areas. Continue on LIC809C..... Continued from LIC809 The following will need to be completed before recommending licensure to Centralized Application Bureau (CAB): 1.)LPA observed facility does not have bedspreads for all six (6) beds. 2.)LPA observed facility does not have chest of drawers for all six (6) residents 3.)LPA observed facility does not have grabs bars for toilets in two (2) of three (3) residents’ bathrooms. 4.)LPA observed facility does not have 7-day of nonperishables and 2 days of perishable foods. 5.)LPA observed facility does not have telephone service. 6.)LPA observed facility does not have internet service. 7.)LPA observed facility does not have signal system. 8.)LPA observed facility does not have a complete ramp in the back yard. construction is still being done on ramp. 9.)LPA observed facility does not have passageways in backyard free from obstruction. 10.) LPA observed facility does not have storage space for gardening tools, equipment and paints. Licensee/Applicant will submit proof of corrections to CCLD on/before 02/03/2026. COMP III will be conducted during next visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 28, 2026

The state marks this report as 12 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20251 state visit · 1 document

Dec 26, 2025Facility evaluation reportOfficeReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Component II completion: Successful Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: INITIAL Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: Ireneo & Hazel Alban Members/Mildred Balancio Administrator Interview Method: Telephone interview On December 26, 2025, 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 that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of the following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-Licensing Readiness 9. Pre-licensing Facility Grounds Inspection and Operational Readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 26, 2025

License holder

A&B Loving Care Home LLC, licensed since 2026.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2026, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 4
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 2026, 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

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 A&B Loving Care Home

Is A&B Loving Care Home licensed?

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

How many residents is A&B Loving Care Home licensed for?

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

Has A&B Loving Care Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is A&B Loving Care Home still open?

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

What does A&B Loving Care Home cost?

$4,950 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,050–$6,100. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

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 A&B Loving 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 A&B Loving Care Home LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Antioch is 3.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can A&B Loving 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.