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A&B Loving Care Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Brentwood, California

LicensedLicence #79201632
(415) 624-9109From the state roster · September 27, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,450 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,500–$6,750
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitFebruary 3, 2026CDSS inspection record

A&B Loving Care Home is a small care home in Brentwood — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents. Bedridden care is not on file.

Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.

Quick answers and the state record

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 September 27, 2026.

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

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Has A&B Loving Care Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is A&B Loving Care Home still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.

What does A&B Loving Care Home cost?

$5,450 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,500–$6,750. 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 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.

Among 33 other homes of a similar licensed size across Contra Costa County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $5,825 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 33 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 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 September 23, 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 September 27, 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 September 27, 2026.

A&B Loving Care Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “A&B LOVING CARE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
  • License #79201632. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed to A&B Loving Care Home LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
  • 4 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is February 3, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 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

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

State licensing record · September 27, 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 · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 27, 2026

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”

    State licensing record · September 27, 2026

3 more questions to ask the home
  • Two-person transfers or a lift

    Not on file

    Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”

  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”

  • Medicines

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,450a month to start

Likely $4,500–$6,750

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

Likely monthly total

$5,450a month

Likely $4,500–$6,900

With a shared room and basic help.

An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$5,450likely $4,500–$6,750

    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 (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

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

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $4,500–$6,900
$5,450
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,200–$9,950
$7,450
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • 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 September 23, 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.
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
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 community 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.

  • What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
  • What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
  • What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
  • Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
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.

24 homes like this within 19 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,100–$5,950.

  • 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.
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Where it is

  • 729 Marjoram Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513Address from the public record · September 27, 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. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.

Since 2025, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated February 3, 2026.

On file since
2025
State visits
4
Most recent visit
February 3, 2026

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints0typical 0

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20262302025110

The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20262 state visits · 3 documents
Feb 3, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport 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 reportReport 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 reportReport 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 reportReport 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
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe 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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  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
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