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A Kind Heart Senior Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Granada Hills, California

Licensed since 2025Licence #197610702
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,450 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,600–$5,450
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitMarch 4, 2026CDSS inspection record

A Kind Heart Senior Care is a small care home in Granada Hills — 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 2025. Bedridden 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 Kind Heart Senior Care

Is A Kind Heart Senior Care licensed?

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

How many residents is A Kind Heart Senior Care licensed for?

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

Has A Kind Heart Senior Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.

Is A Kind Heart Senior Care still open?

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

What does A Kind Heart Senior Care cost?

$4,450 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,600–$5,450. 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 228 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,300 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 228 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 Kind Heart Senior 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 Kind Heart Senior Care Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Providence Holy Cross Medical Center is 2.1 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can A Kind Heart Senior 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 Kind Heart Senior Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “A KIND HEART SENIOR CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #197610702. 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 Kind Heart Senior Care Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 3 state inspection visits since 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 3 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is March 4, 2026, 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 by the state
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

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. FIRE CLEARANCE APPROVED FOR 6 AMBULATORIES WHERE ALL 6 CAN BE NON-AMBULATORY OR BEDRIDDEN IN ANY ROOM. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR 6 RESIDENTS. DEMENTIA PLAN SUBMITTED. SUBMITTED.

985 - RCFE / HOSPICE · 983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

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

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

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

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

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

    Not on file

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

  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

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

  • Medicines

    Not on file

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

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,450a month to start

Likely $3,600–$5,450

From 16 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,450a month

Likely $3,600–$5,650

With a shared room and basic help.

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

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$4,450likely $3,600–$5,450

    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 $3,600–$5,650
$4,450
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,250–$8,800
$6,450
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
  • The care level

    Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.

  • What is billed separately

    Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.

  • Move-in costs

    A one-time community fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.

  • Increases

    California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.

  • What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
  • What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
  • What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
  • Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 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 $3,050–$5,900.

  • 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

Where it is

  • 10541 Debra Ave., Granada Hills, CA 91344Address 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 2025, the state has filed 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits since 2025. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 4, 2026.

On file since
2025
State visits
3
Most recent visit
March 4, 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 2025.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261102025220

The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Mar 4, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with staff, Joannie De Vera and administrator Kriseyda Sanchez. They were advised of the inspection. At approximately 12:35pm, with the assistance of staff, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. The facility is a one story building. Required postings were observed in the entry area. The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are dual and interconnected. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. It was purchased/charged on 01/15/26. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food properly sealed and stored. Knives are stored in a locked drawer. Cleaning supplies kept locked underneath the kitchen sink. Bedrooms: There are five (5) bedrooms designated for client use. All bedrooms are clear for bedridden. Bedrooms #2, #3, #4 and #5 are private, and bedroom #1 is shared. Bedrooms are furnished with beds, night stand, chairs, dresser, bedding and linen. The bedrooms have sufficient lighting and closet space. Auditory alerts in bedrooms with direct exit were all tested functional. Bathrooms: The facility has two (2) full bathrooms and one (1) half bath. Bedroom #2 has a half bathroom which only consists of a toilet and sink The two full bathroom, designated for resident use are in the hallway. All bathrooms were observed to have the proper fixtures, grab bars, and non-skid mats. The hot water delivered in the bathrooms measured between 111 to 112 degrees. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The living room is furnished with sufficient seating, couch, recliner, chair, table and television. Furniture is in good repair. There is a fireplace, which is properly screened. The fireplace is non-operable, and there were no tools present. The dinning room table is large enough to seat six (6). Furniture in good repair. Floors maintained and clean. Surrounding Grounds: The driveway, passageways and entrance to the home was clear of obstruction. Exterior gates at the front of the property has functional auditory alerts. The backyard of the facility has a patio and outdoor furniture to accommodate the six (6) residents. There is sufficient space in the backyard for outdoor activities. There is a swimming pool that is fenced all around with a gate that will be kept locked at all times. The fence surrounding the swimming pool is approximately 5 feet high, with a wall about ten feet high at the opposite end. Garage: The garage is attached to the home, but entrance is through the backyard. Garage is utilized as storage for extra food, and laundry. There are two refrigerators in the garage for perishable food items. Entry to garage has a combination lock. Laundry: The laundry area is located in the garage. Office/staff work station: Staff office is located by the kitchen. Resident and staff records are maintained there. Office requires a combination to gain access. Resident Files: LPA conducted a file review of resident records to insure compliance of licensing forms. Staff Files: LPA conducted a file review of staff records to insure forms and training are up to date and compliance with licensing forms. Medications: Medications are kept in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. Medications and medication records were reviewed for proper storage and documentation. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 4, 2026
20252 state visits · 2 documents
Mar 12, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted a Pre-Licensing Inspection with the applicant representatives and administrators, Krisyeda and Hernan Sanchez. A Change in Owner Application to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) was received by Community Care Licensing (CCL) on September 24, 2024. The facility is a one story building. A fire clearance was approved on December 17, 2024 for six (6) bedridden residents. The applicant is also requesting a hospice waiver to retain six (6) residents. The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector are dual and interconnected. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. The charge date is February 3, 2025. A tour of the physical plant was initiated and the following was observed: KITCHEN: The facility has a Kitchen area that is equipped with a refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave oven and sink. There were adequate supplies of perishable and nonperishable food and dining ware to accommodate a maximum capacity of six (6). Knives were observed locked in a kitchen drawer. BEDROOMS: There are five (5) bedrooms designated for client use. Per Fire Safety Inspection Request (STD 850), all bedrooms are clear for bedridden. Bedrooms #2 to #5 are private, and bedroom #1 is shared. The applicant furnished all the resident bedrooms with beds, night stand, chairs, dresser, bedding and linen. The bedrooms have sufficient lighting and closet space. Auditory alerts in bedrooms with direct exit were all tested functional. BATHROOMS: The facility has two (2) full bathrooms and one (1) half bath. Bedroom #2 has a half bathroom which only consists of a toilet and sink The two full bathroom, designated for resident use are in the hallways. All bathrooms were observed to have the proper fixtures, grab bars, and non-skid mats. The hot water delivered in the bathrooms measured between 108 to 110 degrees. COMMON AREAS: These included the living room and dining room area. The living room is furnished with a couch, five (5) recliners, table and television. Gas valve to fireplace is shut off, making it non-functional. Fireplace had a chain screen. The dining room table is large enough to seat up to six (6) residents. Auditory alerts in all exit doors were tested and functional. Cleaning supplies are kept in a locked closet by the living room. Garage: The garage is attached to the home, but entrance is through the backyard. Garage is utilized as storage for extra food, emergency water supply, generator, PPE, and laundry. There were two refrigerators in the garage for perishable food items. Entry to garage has a combination lock LAUNDRY ROOM: The laundry room is located in the garage. MEDICATIONS: Medications are kept in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. OFFICE/STAFF WORKSTATION/STAFF BREAKROOM: Staff Office/Work Station is located by the kitchen. Staff and resident files will be maintained there. Office/Workstation is kept locked. There is a staff break room, located by the living room SURROUNDING GROUNDS: The driveway, passageways and entrance to the home was clear of obstruction. Exterior gates at the front of the property has functional auditory alerts. The backyard of the facility has a patio and outdoor furniture to accommodate the six (6) residents. There is sufficient space in the backyard for outdoor activities. There is a swimming pool that is fenced all around with a gate that will be kept locked at all times. The fence surrounding the swimming pool is approximately 5 feet high, with a wall about ten feet high at the opposite end. In addition to the Pre-Licensing inspection, a Component III power point presentation was also held. Pursuant to Title 22, Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, the facility's physical environment is compliant and ready for licensure. CAB will be advised and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 12, 2025
Feb 14, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Component II completion: Successful Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) Application Type: Change in Ownership (CHOW) Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 5 COMP II Participants: Kriseyda Sanchez, Administrator/Applicant Hernan Sanchez, Applicant Interview Method: Virtual interview (Microsoft Teams) On February 14, 2025 at 9:05 AM, Applicants and Administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the Applicants and Administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, Applicants and Administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicants and Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility Operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program. 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing Requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General Provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing Readiness Exit interview conducted with Applicants and Administrator. Report sent via email and informed to return sign copy back to CAB by end of business day.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 14, 2025
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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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