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A Family Homecare

Small home·Licensed for 6·Harbor City, California

Licensed since 2023Licence #198320400
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,000 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,100–$6,150
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitSeptember 25, 2025CDSS inspection record

A Family Homecare is a small care home in Harbor City — 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 since 2023. Dementia care is not on file.

Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 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 Family Homecare

Is A Family Homecare licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

How many residents is A Family Homecare licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has A Family Homecare been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is A Family Homecare still open?

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

What does A Family Homecare cost?

$5,000 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,100–$6,150. 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 within 2 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 8 other homes of a similar licensed size in Harbor City that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $4,500 a month, and the middle figure is $4,250 (n = 8 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 Family Homecare 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 Family Homecare, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

LAC/Harbor UCLA Medical Center is 1.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can A Family Homecare keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

A Family Homecare license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “A FAMILY HOMECARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #198320400. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed to A Family Homecare, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is September 25, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 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 careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident

State licensing record · September 13, 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 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BDRM #4 APPROVED FOR BEDRIDDEN AND NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4 RESIDENTS.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — care may continue at the end of life

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

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

4 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?”

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation not on file

    Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,000a month to start

Likely $4,100–$6,150

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

Likely monthly total

$5,000a month

Likely $4,100–$6,300

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

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$5,000likely $4,100–$6,150

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes within 2 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 $4,100–$6,300
$5,000
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,800–$9,400
$7,000
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 within 2 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 2 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$5,000.

  • 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.
Show the 24 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 23612 President Ave, Harbor City, CA 90710Address from the public record · September 13, 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 2023, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2023. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated September 25, 2025.

On file since
2023
State visits
4
Most recent visit
September 25, 2025

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. Counts cover this licence since 2023.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202511020241102023220

The last 36 months — 2 of 4 documents

20251 state visit · 1 document
Sep 25, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 09/25/2025 at 08:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jose Calderon conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit at the A Family Homecare Facility. LPA Calderon was allowed entry into the facility by Administrator Rhoda Mabutas. The facility is licensed for six (6) residents of which five (5) may be non-ambulatory and one (1) may be bedridden. Currently, there are five (5) residents residing in the facility. LPA Calderon explained to Administrator Rhoda Mabutas, the purpose of the one year Annual Inspection visit, and escorted LPA Calderon on a tour of the entire inside and outside facility grounds. As part of the inspection, LPA Calderon reviewed: Five (5) client service records, five (5) client medication records (MAR), three (3) staff records, and inspected the inside facility and outside grounds. The facility’s last fire drill was conducted on 09/13/2025. The one story residential home consists of four (4) client bedrooms, two (2) client bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, staff room, office area, attached garage with washer and dryer/ storage area, backyard with table and chairs. No weapons are stored or found on the premise grounds. The kitchen was inspected and observed to be clean and operational. A two day supply perishable and seven day supply of non-perishable foods are present in the facility. Emergency Water Storage is in the garage area. LPA Calderon observed that all facility rooms are clean and in good repair. A comfortable temperature was observed, and the facility has central air and heating. LPA Calderon observed the following during inspection of client’s rooms: mattresses are in good condition, adequate lighting present, plenty of dresser/closet space is present, and all bed linens present. All bedrooms contain furniture, lighting fixtures and personal storage space as required, all beds have the required amount of linen and mattress covers, LPA Calderon observed fully stocked closet with bedding, towels, and toiletries supplies. Bathroom fixtures are clean, in good repair, and working properly and contain the required nonskid mats and grab bars. LPA Calderon observed bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulation. Bathroom #1 hot water temperature properly measured at 105 degrees Fahrenheit; bathroom #2 hot water temperature properly measured at 106 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen hot water temperature properly measured at 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility one (1) Carbon Monoxide and five (5) Smoke Detectors hard wired and connected were tested and are working properly. Facility two (2) Fire Extinguisher was checked and found to be fully charged and accessible. All exit doors in the facility have alarm systems. The facility has a working landline/ telephone. All toxins and knives are locked/secured and inaccessible to clients. Medications are centrally stored and in a locked storage cabinet. Facility two (2) first aid kits are fully stocked with manual was checked and in order. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. All Exits/ Walkways around the home were free of debris and hazards. Outside patio accessible to clients. Five (5) client files were reviewed and found to be complete. LPA Calderon reviewed five (5) resident medications (MAR) and they were all found to be administered according to doctor's orders. Three (3) staff files were checked, and they have the required documents. LPA Calderon noted the Administrator Rhoda A Mabutas Certification # 7006798740 expiration date of 12/12/2026 was valid at time of inspection. Commercial General Liability Policy #PCI5572453202 policy period from 02/02/2025 to 02/02/2026 underwritten by Primary Care Insurance Company, coverage 1,000,000/3,000,000 is valid at time of inspection. All the required documents are posted in the facility in a clearly visible area. According to the California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8), LPA Calderon did not observe deficiencies therefore no citations were issued at this time. Annual Licensing Fee is CURRENT. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report was provided to Administrator Rhoda Mabutas.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 25, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Oct 31, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/31/2024 at 10:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jose Calderon conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit at the A Family Homecare Facility. LPA Calderon was allowed entry into the facility by Administrator Rhoda Mabutas. Administrator Rhoda Mabutas asked infection control questions and took LPA Calderon temperature prior to entering the facility. The facility is licensed for six (6) residents of which five (5) may be non-ambulatory and one (1) may be bedridden. Currently, there are six (6) residents residing in the facility. LPA Calderon explained to Administrator Rhoda Mabutas, the purpose of the one-year Annual Inspection visit, and escorted LPA Calderon on a tour of the entire inside and outside facility grounds. As part of the inspection, LPA Calderon reviewed: Six (6) client service records, six (6) client medication records (MAR), three (3) staff records, and inspected the inside facility and outside grounds. LPA Calderon interviewed six (6) clients and three (3) staff members for visit. The facilities’ last fire drill was conducted on 10/18/2024. The one-story residential home consists of four (4) client bedrooms, two (2) client bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, staff room, office area, attached garage with washer and dryer/ storage area, backyard with table and chairs. No weapons are stored or found on the premise grounds. Kitchen was inspected and observed to be clean and operational. A two-day supply perishable and seven-day supply of non-perishable foods are present in the facility. Emergency Water Storage is in the garage area. During the visit, LPA Calderon observed the facility infection control practices. LPA Calderon observed screening protocols for visitors, staff, and clients, sanitizing stations (Located in common areas and restrooms). LPA Calderon observed staff and clients were NOT wearing face coverings. LPA Calderon observed the facility has a 30-day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). LPA Calderon advised the Administrator Rhoda Mabutas to continuously monitor the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website and Community Care Licensing Provider Informational Notices (PIN) for any updates relating to COVID-19 guidance. According to the California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8), LPA Calderon did not observe deficiencies therefore no citations were issued at this time. Annual Licensing Fee is CURRENT. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report was provided to Administrator Rhoda Mabutas. LPA Calderon observed that all facility rooms are clean and in good repair. A comfortable temperature was observed, and the facility has central air and heating. LPA Calderon observed the following during inspection of client’s rooms: mattresses are in good condition, adequate lighting present, plenty of dresser/closet space is present, and all bed linens present. All bedrooms contain furniture, lighting fixtures and personal storage space as required, all beds have the required amount of linen and mattress covers, LPA Calderon observed fully stocked closet with bedding, towels, and toiletries supplies. Bathroom fixtures are clean, in good repair, and working properly and contain the required nonskid mats and grab bars. LPA Calderon observed bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulation. Bathroom #1 hot water temperature properly measured at 120 degrees Fahrenheit; bathroom #2 hot water temperature properly measured at 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen hot water temperature properly measured at 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility one (1) Carbon Monoxide and five (5) Smoke Detectors hard wired and connected were tested and are working properly. The facility two (2) Fire Extinguisher was checked and found to be fully charged and accessible. All exit doors in the facility have alarm systems. The facility has a working landline/ telephone. All toxins and knifes are locked/secured and inaccessible to clients. Medications are centrally stored and in a locked storage cabinet. Facility two (2) first aid kits is fully stocked with manual was checked and in order. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. All Exits/ Walkways around the home were free of debris and hazards. Outside patio accessible to clients. Six (6) client files were reviewed and found to be complete. LPA Calderon reviewed six (6) resident medications (MAR) and they were all found to be administered according to doctor's orders. Three (3) staff files were checked and have the required documents. LPA Calderon noted the Administrator Rhoda A Mabutas Certification # 6022236740 expiration date of 12/12/2024 was valid at time of inspection. The facility does NOT handle client's money/cash resources and no Surety bond is needed. Commercial General Liability Policy #PCI5572453201 policy period from 02/02/2024 to 02/02/2025 underwritten by Primary Care Insurance Company, coverage 1,000,000/3,000,000 is valid at time of inspection. Administrator Rhoda Mabutas to email LPA Calderon a full copy of the commercial insurance policy including all endorsements no later than 11/15/2024. All the required documents are posted in the facility in a clearly visible area.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 31, 2024
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

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 and the questions below stand in their place.

Life here

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The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.

Before you call

Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.

  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  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?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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