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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,550 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,750–$5,650
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit4 of 6 beds occupiedApril 20, 2026 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitApril 20, 2026CDSS inspection record
A Golden Care is a small care home in Merced — 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 Golden Care
Is A Golden Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is A Golden Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has A Golden Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is A Golden Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does A Golden Care cost?
$4,550 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,750–$5,650. 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 14 small homes and similar homes within 40 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.
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 Golden Care 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 Golden Care LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Mercy Medical Center is 0.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can A Golden Care keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
A Golden Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “A GOLDEN CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #247209290. 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 Golden Care LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 6 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 6 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is April 20, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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 6 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 #3 FOR BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6 RESIDENTS.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — 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
$4,550a month to start
Likely $3,750–$5,650
From 14 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,550a month
Likely $3,750–$5,850
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
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$4,550likely $3,750–$5,650
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 14 small homes and similar homes within 40 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 $3,750–$5,850
- $4,550
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,350–$8,950
- $6,550
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.
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 14 small homes and similar homes within 40 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.
14 homes like this within 40 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,850–$4,950.
- 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.
Show the 14 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Kazlin Infinite CareMerced · 0.8 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Integrated Health CareMerced · 1.1 mi · Small home$3,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Trinity Valley CareTurlock · 23 mi · Mid-size home$3,650Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Lifespring Senior Campus, A Wellness CommunityTurlock · 23 mi · Mid-size home$1,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Anaya Elder CareLos Banos · 26 mi · Small home$3,900Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Malonzo EldercareModesto · 35 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Safe Haven Central ValleyModesto · 36 mi · Small home$4,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Astoria at OakdaleOakdale · 36 mi · Mid-size home$2,150Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Stephen's HomeModesto · 37 mi · Small home$2,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Crossroads ManorRiverbank · 37 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Graceful Living at RiverbankRiverbank · 37 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Sisters Assisted LivingModesto · 37 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Patterson CarehomePatterson · 38 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Dutchollow Suites IModesto · 39 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 892 Valparaiso Court, Merced, CA 95348Address 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 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2023. The most recent — a complaint investigation report on April 20, 2026 — closed with the state’s outcome word: “Unsubstantiated.”
- On file since
- 2023
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- April 20, 2026
- Occupied at that visit
- 4 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated April 20, 2026. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (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 complaints1typical 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
The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents
Apr 20, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Facility staff falsified documents
On 04/20/2026 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gorban unannounced visited the facility to commence to complaint investigation. LPA introduced self and met with facility staff. LPA stated purpose of the visit and was allowed entry. Administrator as notified and able to attend the visit. During this complaint investigation LPA toured the facility conducting health and safety checks, reviewed facility records, and interviewed administrator and staff. Allegation: Facility staff falsified documents. Based on interviews and record reviews administrator maintains facility documents as required. Although the alleged violation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation occur, therefore the allegation is Unsubstantiated. Exit interview conducted, report signed and copy of this report provided to health services director for facility records. Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 20, 2026 · control 24-AS-20260413155738
Jan 8, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 01/08/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V. Gorban arrived unannounced at the above facility to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was granted entry to the facility by administrator. LPA toured the facility with and observed with four residents in common area waiting for dinner to be served. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, of 76 degrees F. Facility is free of debris, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed. Common areas were properly furnished and well-lit throughout. During the visit four residents were present. Department phone number and infection prevention information signs were posted thought the facility. Inspecting kitchen LPA observed the required 7-day supply of non-perishable food and 2- day supply of fresh perishables to be properly stored. An emergency disaster supply was observed. A fire extinguisher was observed with service date of 01/05/2026. Private residents’ bedroom observed to be at comfortable temperatures. The bathroom’s water temperature was tested and recorded reading of 109 degrees F. Medications records storage observed to be locked in a cabinet in a hallway. Cleaning supplies were observed to be in a locked cabinet in the storage it the laundry room. An outdoor seating area was observed operational for residents in care. Facility phone number 209-354-4429 observed and tested as operational . Report continues on attached LIC809-C LPA reviewed staff and residents’ files. Community Care Licensing (CCL) is always striving to have facility files that reflect the most accurate & up to date information for your facility. In an effort to maintain your facility file, please submit the most current & complete forms &/or information as identified below: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE): Plan of Operations · LIC 500 Personnel Report Liability Insurance · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan For Residential Care Facilities For The Elderly · LIC 9020 Register of Facility Clients/Residents Please submit the above forms/information to Fresno CCL by: 01/12/2026 As an operator of a Community Care Licensed facility it is your responsibility to be aware of and in compliance with all regulations, including Chaptered Legislation. Go to www.ccld.ca.gov to stay updated and informed. No deficiencies were observed and cited during this visit. Exit interview conducted. A report was signed, and a copy of this report was provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 8, 2026
Jan 23, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 01/23/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V. Gorban arrived unannounced at the above facility to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was granted entry to the facility. LPA toured the facility with facility Administrator Petronila Woods, certification number 6095916740 with expiration date 02/20/2025. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, of 73 degrees F. Facility is free of debris, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed. Common areas were properly furnished and well-lit throughout. LPA observed some residents in common area after lunch watching television, others in their rooms resting. Department phone number and infection prevention information signs were posted thought the facility. Inspecting kitchen LPA observed the required 7-day supply of non-perishable food and 2- day supply of fresh perishables to be properly stored. An emergency disaster supply was observed. A fire extinguisher was observed with a service date of 11/07/2024. Private residents’ bedroom observed to be at comfortable temperatures. The bathroom’s water temperature was tested and recorded reading of 112 degrees F. Medications records storage observed to be locked in a cabinet in the kitchen area. Cleaning supplies were observed to be in a locked cabinet in the storage it the laundry room. An outdoor seating area was observed operational for residents in care. LPA reviewed staff files. No deficiencies were observed and cited during this visit. Exit interview conducted. A report was signed, and a copy of this report was provided forty facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 23, 2025
Mar 5, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 3/5/2024, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) D. Ayers arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Petrolina Woods and announced the purpose of the inspection. Administrator certificate was current at the time of inspection. There were three residents residing in the home, one of whom is receiving hospice services. LPA toured the facility inside and outside. Pathways and exits were clear and free from obstruction. Smoke-detectors and carbon-monoxide detectors were present and operational. Facility fire extinguisher was recently serviced. Medications were secured in locked cabinet, and medications appeared to be administered properly. The fence had a self-locking latch mechanism and both pool gates were locked. There was adequate outdoor seating for residents. Common areas were clean, adequately furnished, and adequately lit. Resident bedrooms were clean and had required minimum furnishings. Resident bathrooms were clean, had required secure grab bars and non-skid mats, and water temperature was within required temperature range. Sharp items were secured in a locked drawer in the kitchen. LPA reviewed facility plan of operations and emergency disaster plan. LPA observed a sufficient supply of personal protective equipment and emergency food supply. Resident and staff files were reviewed. Files contained required documents and records. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. Exit interview was conducted with the administrator. A copy of the report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 5, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.
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.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Merced County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
At Haven Home
Merced · Small home · 0.2 mi away
$4,550 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Pacifica Senior Living Merced
Merced · Large community · 0.7 mi away
$4,200 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Kazlin Infinite Care
Merced · Small home · 0.8 mi away
$3,000 a month to start · Listed by the home
Integrated Health Care
Merced · Small home · 1.1 mi away
$3,700 a month to start · Listed by the home
Merced Senior Care
Merced · Small home · 1.1 mi away
$5,000 a month to start · Covelight estimate
St. Anthony's Senior Care
Merced · Small home · 1.2 mi away
$4,600 a month to start · Covelight estimate