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A Garden of Paradise Care Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Citrus Heights, California

Licensed since 2009Licence #347004242
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchairState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$3,650 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $2,950–$4,500
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit5 of 6 beds occupiedJuly 30, 2021 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJanuary 23, 2026CDSS inspection record

A Garden of Paradise Care Home is a small care home in Citrus Heights — 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 2009. Dementia care, hospice care and bedridden care are 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 Garden of Paradise Care Home

Is A Garden of Paradise Care Home licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

How many residents is A Garden of Paradise Care Home licensed for?

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

Has A Garden of Paradise Care Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2009, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is A Garden of Paradise Care Home still open?

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

What does A Garden of Paradise Care Home cost?

$3,650 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $2,950–$4,500. 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 15 small homes and similar homes within 3 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 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Citrus Heights that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $5,625 a month, and the middle figure is $4,800 (n = 5 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 Garden of Paradise 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 Oksana Doldier, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Mercy San Juan Medical Center is 2.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can A Garden of Paradise Care Home keep a resident on hospice?

Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”

A Garden of Paradise Care Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “A GARDEN OF PARADISE CARE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #347004242. 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 Oksana Doldier, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2009, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2009, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2009, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2009, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is January 23, 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 careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
  • 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
APPROVED FOR (6) NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS IN ROOMS #1 AND 2 IN THE EXISTING PORTION OF THE RESIDENCE AND IN ROOMS #3,4,5 AND 6 IN THE NEW ADDITION OF THE RESIDENCE. APPROVED FOR HOSICE WAIVER FOR (4).

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

5 questions to ask the home — nothing on file yet
  • 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?”

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver not on file

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

  • 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

$3,650a month to start

Likely $2,950–$4,500

From 15 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$3,650a month

Likely $2,950–$4,700

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$3,650likely $2,950–$4,500

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 15 small homes and similar homes within 3 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 $2,950–$4,700
$3,650
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,500–$7,950
$5,650
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 15 small homes and similar homes within 3 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.

15 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$6,050.

  • 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 15 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 7789 Spencer Lane, Citrus Heights, CA 95610Address 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 2021, the state has filed 8 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2009. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated January 23, 2026.

On file since
2021
State visits
6
Most recent visit
January 23, 2026
Occupied · July 30, 2021 visit
5 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated July 30, 2021. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unfounded” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.

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 2009.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202611020251102024110202322020221102021220

The last 36 months — 3 of 8 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Jan 23, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sabrina Calzada arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual, met with Oksana Doldier, Administrator, and explained the purpose of the inspection. Also present was Michael Doldier, staff. LPA observed (5) residents to be resting in their rooms during the inspection. The facility is licensed for (6) residents, all of whom may be non-ambulatory. There is an approved hospice waiver for (4) residents. Currently there are (0) residents on hospice. Inside temperature measured 71*F. LPA and Administrator toured the interior/exterior of the facility including the common areas, (6) resident bedrooms, each with a full bathroom and sliding glass door, activity/movie room, kitchen, laundry area/garage. There are (2) resident rooms in the front section of the house and (4) resident rooms in the back section of the house. The bathrooms have the necessary grab bars, skid-resistant flooring, and hygiene supplies. There is sufficient 2+day perishable, including fresh produce, and 7+day non-perishable supply of food. Hot water measured 115*F in the kitchen. Sharps, medications and toxins are secured in the kitchen, with additional toxins locked in the laundry area. All exit doors have auditory alerts. Fire extinguisher was last serviced 10/27/2025. The smoke/monoxide alarms work. There is a walking path outside with trees, decorative birds and seating. There are no pools. There is (1) unlocked gate from the inside back patio. Required postings, including House Rules, are visible in the common area. There are (2) First Aid kits. LPA reviewed (3) resident files and (2) staff files. Files were organized and contained current documentation. The Plan of Ops contains updates to the Dementia Care Plan (effec 1/25). LPA reviewed medications for (1) resident- orders matched medications being administered. Administrator and staff have completed current training. Administrator certification #7002171740- exp 12/12/2027. LPA obtained an updated copy of the current liability insurance and LIC308. There were no deficiencies observed and no citations issued in this report. Exit interview. Copy of report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 23, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Feb 5, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sabrina Calzada arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual, met with Oksana Doldier, Administrator, and explained the purpose of the inspection. Also present was Michael Doldier, staff. LPA observed (5) residents to be resting in their rooms during the inspection. The facility is licensed for (6) residents - all (6) residents may be non-ambulatory, and there is a hospice waiver approved for (4) residents. Currently there is (0) residents on hospice. LPA and Administrator toured the interior/exterior of the facility including the common areas, resident bedrooms (6), (6) resident bathrooms, activity/movie room, kitchen, laundry area/garage. There are (2) resident rooms in the main house and (4) resident rooms in the recent addition to the main house. LPA observed the facility to be clean, in good repair and odor-free. The bathrooms have the necessary grab bars, non-skid flooring, paper towels and 20-second hand-washing posters. There is sufficient 2+day perishable and 7+day non-perishable supply of food, and sharps, medications and toxins are secured in the kitchen. There are also locked toxins in the laundry area. All exit doors have auditory alerts. The inside temperature measured 73*F, and the hot water measured 118*F in a bathroom. Fire extinguisher was last serviced 11/18/24 and a fire drill was last completed 1/25. Facility to ensure they complete a different type of disaster drill, on each shift, quarterly. There is adequate PPE, linens, blankets, incontinent supplies and an emergency disaster kit. There is a complete First Aid kit and night-lights in the common areas. There is a walking path outside with trees, decorative birds and seating. There is (1) unlocked gate from the inside back patio. Required postings are posted in the common area. PUB75 to be enlarged to 20 x 26 poster size. LPA reviewed (3) resident files and (2) staff files. Files were found to be organized and contained current documentation. LPA reviewed medications for (1) resident- orders matched medications being administered. LPA reviewed updated Plan of Operation to include recent changes to Dementia Care Regulation(s). Administrator and staff have completed current training. Administrator certification #7002171740- exp 12/12/25. LPA obtained an updated copy of the current liability insurance, LIC308 and LIC500. There are no citations being issued. Exit interview. Copy of report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 5, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jan 9, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sabrina Calzada arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual. LPA met with Oksana Doldier, Administrator, and explained purpose of the inspection. Also present was Michael Doldier, staff. LPA observed (4) residents to be in their resident rooms during the inspection. The facility is licensed for (6) residents - all (6) residents may be non-ambulatory. There is a hospice waiver approved for (4) residents. Currently there is (1) resident on hospice. LPA and Administrator toured the interior and exterior of the facility including the common areas, resident bedrooms (6), (6) resident bathrooms, activity room, kitchen, laundry area and garage. Since the last annual inspection, (4) resident rooms were added to the location and approved by local fire department for resident use. There are (2) resident rooms that are also used for residents in the main house. LPA observed the facility to be clean, in good repair and odor-free. The bathrooms have the necessary grab bars, non-skid flooring, paper towels and 20-second hand-washing posters. There is sufficient 2+day perishable and 7+day non-perishable supply of food, and sharps, medications and toxins are secured in the kitchen. There are also locked toxins in the laundry area. Exit doors have alarms. LPA observed the inside temperature to be 73*F. Fire extinguisher was last serviced 12/29/23. Hot water measured 110*F in a bathroom. Smoke/monoxide alarms are working and last fire drill was conducted 1/2/24. There is adequate PPE, linens, blankets, and towels. There are activities on hand and sufficient indoor/outdoor space. Admin certificate # 6007963740 is pending renewal per Department website. The Infection Control Plan, and Emergency Disaster Plan, were reviewed and found to be very comprehensive. Required postings are visible in the common area. The First Aid Kit is complete. There is (1) unlocked gate from the inside back patio. (3) resident files were reviewed and found to be organized and contain current/required physician's reports and care plans. Medications were reviewed for (2) residents- orders match medications on hand. Discussed Regulation 87465 and documentation on LIC622. Technical Advisory Note to be issued. cont on 809C-1.. 809C-1.. LPA reviewed (2) of (2) staff files. Files were found to be organized and current. All staff is fingerprint cleared and associated and First Aid/CPR certifications were renewed timely. Staff also has completed the required annual training. LPA obtained an updated copy of the current liability insurance, LIC308 and LIC500. There are no citations being issued but (2) Technical Advisory Notes. Exit interview with Administrator. Copy of report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 9, 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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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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