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A Golden Horizon
Small home·Licensed for 6·Rancho Palos Verdes, California
- Care approvals on fileHospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,950 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,100
- 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 Golden Horizon is a small care home in Rancho Palos Verdes — 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. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care and dementia care are 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 Horizon
Is A Golden Horizon licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is A Golden Horizon licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has A Golden Horizon been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2009, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is A Golden Horizon still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does A Golden Horizon cost?
$4,950 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,050–$6,100. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 16 small homes within 5 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 11 other homes of a similar licensed size in Rancho Palos Verdes that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,625 to $5,875 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 11 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 Golden Horizon 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 Golden Horizon, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Torrance Memorial Medical Center is 4 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 Horizon 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 Horizon license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “A GOLDEN HORIZON”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #197607644. 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 Golden Horizon, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2009, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2009, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2009, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2009, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is February 3, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- BedriddenApproved by the state
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
FACILITY LICENSED TO SERVE (6) ELDERLY RESIDENTS AGES:60 AND ABOVE. ALL FACILITY ROOMS FIRE CLEARED FOR BEDRIDDEN. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR (6) RESIDENTS.STAFF ROOM ON SITE. ROOM THEREFORE FACILITY PROVIDES 24 HOUR AWAKE STAFF.
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
$4,950a month to start
Likely $4,050–$6,100
From 16 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,950a month
Likely $4,050–$6,250
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$4,950likely $4,050–$6,100
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 16 small homes within 5 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 $4,050–$6,250
- $4,950
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,750–$9,350
- $6,950
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 16 small homes within 5 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.
16 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,800–$6,500.
- 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 16 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Angel's Haven IIRancho Palos Verdes · 0.5 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Pacific Sunrise Home IRancho Palos Verdes · 0.6 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Utmost Living CareRancho Palos Verdes · 0.8 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Terra Verde LivingRancho Palos Verdes · 1.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa Socorro RpvRancho Palos Verdes · 2.5 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Angel Assisted Living ServicesTorrance · 3.3 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Amalfi LivingTorrance · 3.4 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Adorable Redbeam HomeTorrance · 3.5 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Americare Senior Living of South TorranceTorrance · 3.9 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Americare Assisted Living of WalteriaTorrance · 4.2 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Welcome Home IITorrance · 4.3 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Magnificent ManorTorrance · 4.3 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Family Connected Memory Care BoutiqueTorrance · 4.4 mi · Small home$10,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Meridian Home CareTorrance · 4.9 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Cerise Guest HomeTorrance · 4.9 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sweet Care ManorTorrance · 4.9 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 28009 Golden Meadow Dr., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275Address 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 2022, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2009. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated February 3, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- 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. Counts cover this licence since 2009.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
Feb 3, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On February 3, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Deborah Lee conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA was met by Hannah Gitau Caregiver and explained the purpose of the visit. The Administrator Lilian De Leon, subsequently joined to assist with inspection. The facility is licensed to serve (6) residents ages 60 and above. All rooms have fire clearance for bedridden residents. Approved hospice waiver for (6). Structure: This is a single-story home consisting of: four (4) resident bedrooms (Bedrooms #1, #2, #3 are single occupancy with full size beds Bedroom #4 is a shared room), one (1) staff room, two (2) bathrooms, one (1) living room, one (1) kitchen with dining area, outdoor shaded patio located in the back yard area, an attached garage along with washer and dryer located outside the garage. The front yard has adequate shaded area with seating and has an enclosed fence. Page 1 of 3 Physical Plant: LPA toured the physical plant with Caregiver, S1. There are no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. A total of four (4) rooms were inspected. Bedrooms: LPA inspected all 4 bedrooms; the mattresses were in good condition, adequate lighting, plenty of dresser and closet space observed. Walls and floors were clean and in good condition. Comforters, bed linen, bath towels and mattress protectors were adequately stocked. Bathrooms: Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, and a non-skid mat was in place. Adequate lighting and toiletries are accessible to residents. LPA tested hot water temperature, and it measured between 105- and 120-degrees Fahrenheit. This facility provides residents with hygiene products such as feminine napkins, non-medicated soap, toilet paper, toothbrush, toothpaste, and comb. Required Postings: LPA observed all required documents posted throughout the facility. The facility has a working landline telephone. Page 2 of 3 Kitchen LPA inspected the kitchen and observed all appliances to be in good working repair, including stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator. LPA observed an ample supply of cutlery, pots, pans, and bowls to be in good repair. LPA observed knives and additional sharps to be secured in locked cabinet in the kitchen and are inaccessible to residents. LPA observed a 2-day supply of perishable foods, and a 7-day supply of non-perishable foods properly stored, packaged, and labeled. Safety LPA observed 1 fully charged fire extinguishers. The last emergency drill was conducted on 12/8/25. Smoke detectors test and was operable File Review: LPA reviewed 3 resident files and found that 3 out of 3 had the required documents. LPA reviewed 3 staff files and found that 2 out 3 had the required documents, training, and certifications. LPA observed that 1 out 3 records not available for review. Medications LPA observed all centrally stored medications secured All medications were observed in their original packaging. LPA reviewed a copy of the facility’s Liability Insurance with expiration date of 1/27/27 Infection Control LPA observed required infection control signs posted throughout the facility. LPA observed sanitizing stations throughout the facility. LPA observed an ample supply of cleaning supplies Disaster Preparedness: The facility has an Emergency Disaster Plan posted with contact numbers and at least 2 relocation sites. Facility maintains documentation of the required emergency drills. During today’s visit there were no deficiencies cited. 1 Technical Violation issued. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Lilian De Leon Page 3 of 3the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 3, 2026
The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Jan 16, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 01/16/2025, The Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) staff conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. CCLD staff met with staff one, Hannah Gitau Caregiver (S1) and CCLD staff explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to serve (6) residents ages 60 and above. All rooms have fire clearance for bedridden residents. Approved hospice waiver for (6). This is a single-story home consisting of: four (4) resident bedrooms (Bedrooms #1, #2, #3 are single occupancy with full size beds Bedroom #4 is a shared room), one (1) staff room, two (2) bathrooms, one (1) living room, one (1) kitchen with dining area, outdoor shaded patio located in the back yard area, an attached garage along with washer and dryer located outside the garage. The front yard has adequate shaded area with seating and has an enclosed fence. CCLD toured the physical plant with Caregiver, S1. There are no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. A total of four (4) rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and storage for the resident’s personal belongings was observed. Bathroom #1 was measured at 117.1°F and Bathroom #2 was measured at 110.1°F, all water sources in the house were observed to be fully operational, without mold, and within Title 22 regulations. CCLD inspected the smoke detectors and determined they were in operable condition. Carbon monoxide / smoke detector combo was located in the garage, above the entrance to the garage from the staff room, and was not in operational condition. Please see LIC809-D. Evaluation Report Continues, see LIC 809-C. CCLD staff observed the facility to be clean, sanitary, and appropriately furnished at the time of the visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharp objects were observed and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is sufficient 2-days perishable and 7-days non-perishable food available, on-site, and the food(s) were properly stored. All fire extinguishers were charged and were operable. A review of (3) residents' service files and (3) Medication Administration Records (MAR) was conducted. All three (3) residents have not visited their physician since the year of 2022 and all three (3) residents have been marked as having "Mild Cognitive Impairment" (MCI). CCLD has requested that all four (4) residents have an updated physician's report from the year of 2025, please see LIC809-D. One error was noted in the MAR for one resident (R1). S1 confirmed the medication (M1) has been provided to R1 three (3) times (3x) per day. R1 confirmed with CCLD that they receive M1 3x per day. CCLD cited this deficiency as a technical violation, please see LIC9102-TV. One resident's (R2) documents were unable to be located, please see LIC809-D. All staff paperwork was not available to be reviewed, please see LIC809-D. CCLD reviewed first-aid kit, and was observed to be fully stocked. . LPA observed the facility's infection control practices, which has met CCLD requirements. A copy of the liability insurance was not provided, please see LIC809-D. Four (4) deficiencies have been cited during today's visit, please see LIC809-D. According to the California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8), CCLD observed four (4) deficiencies during today's visit, please see LIC809-D. An exit interview was conducted with caregiver, Hannah Gitau (S1). A copy of the appeal rights, this facility evaluation report and four (4) deficiencies were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 16, 2025
The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Jan 3, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Annual/Random
On 1/3/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alfonso Iniguez conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with Lilian de Leon/Administrator. LPA explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed to serve (6) residents ages 60 and above. All rooms fired cleared for bedridden. Approved hospice waiver for (6). This is a single-story home consisting of: (4) resident bedrooms, (1) staff room, (2) full bathrooms, living room, kitchen with dining area, outdoor shaded patio, backyard area, an attached garage with a washer and dryer located outside the garage. The front yard has adequate seating and has an enclosed fenced. LPA Iniguez toured the physical plant with administrator. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. A total of (5) rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and storage for the resident’s personal belongings was observed. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were operational. LPA inspected the carbon monoxide detectors combo were in operable conditions. The water temperature properly measured between 105°-120°F: Kitchen 109.7°F, Bathroom #1:105.7°F, Bathroom #2:109°F. Evaluation Report Continues LIC 809-C LPA Iniguez observed the facility to be clean, sanitary, and appropriately furnished at the time of the visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available maintained properly. All fire extinguishers were charged and were operable. A review of (3) residents' service files, (3) staff personnel files and (3) Medication Administration Records (MAR). First AID kit was checked. Technical Advice given to administrator regarding quarterly disaster drills. LPA observed the facility's infection control practices. A copy of the liability insurance was provided to LPA during visit. According to the California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8), LPA did not observe deficiencies therefore no citations were issued at this time. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report was provided to Lilian de Leon /Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 3, 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?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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Family Connect Memory Care Palos Verdes
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Utmost Living Care
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