Illustration — no photo of this home on file yet
A-R Residential Care for Elderly
Small home·Licensed for 6·Union City, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$3,300 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $2,700–$4,050
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit5 of 6 beds occupiedMay 26, 2026 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJuly 15, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderBautista, Romulo S.Since 2000 · 2 licensed homes
A-R Residential Care for Elderly is a small care home in Union City — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 2000. Dementia care and bedridden 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-R Residential Care for Elderly
Is A-R Residential Care for Elderly licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is A-R Residential Care for Elderly licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has A-R Residential Care for Elderly been cited?
0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2000, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is A-R Residential Care for Elderly still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does A-R Residential Care for Elderly cost?
$3,300 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $2,700–$4,050. 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 8 small homes and similar 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 34 other homes of a similar licensed size across Alameda County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $5,735 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 34 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-R Residential Care for Elderly 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 Bautista, Romulo S., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
St Rose Hospital is 3.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can A-R Residential Care for Elderly keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
A-R Residential Care for Elderly license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “A-R RESIDENTIAL CARE FOR ELDERLY”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #15600467. 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 Bautista, Romulo S., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2000, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2000, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation on file since 2000, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2000, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 15, 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 4 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. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. SUBJECT TO TERMS OF HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4 RESIDENTS.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 13, 2026
4 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation not on file
Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$3,300a month to start
Likely $2,700–$4,050
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$3,300a month
Likely $2,700–$4,300
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$3,300likely $2,700–$4,050
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar 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 $2,700–$4,300
- $3,300
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,200–$7,550
- $5,300
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 8 small homes and similar 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.
8 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,500–$4,500.
- 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 8 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Mt. Zion Home for the ElderlyUnion City · 1.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Common DestinyFremont · 2.2 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Ageway Boarding Care #3Union City · 2.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- La Concepcion Residential Care HomeFremont · 3.0 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Galicia's Tulip Care Home #2Hayward · 3.4 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Footprint Care HomeFremont · 4.0 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Brookdale North FremontFremont · 4.8 mi · Mid-size home$5,735Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Arcadian Residential CommunityHayward · 5.0 mi · Mid-size home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 4733 Darlene Court, Union City, CA 94587Address from the public record · September 13, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
Opening the neighborhood map…
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 2024, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2000. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 15, 2026.
- On file since
- 2024
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- July 15, 2026
- Occupied · May 26, 2026 visit
- 5 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated May 26, 2026. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (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 citations1typical 0
- Substantiated allegations1typical 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 2000.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents
Jul 15, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 7/15/2026 at around 11:00 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kelly Nguyen arrived unannounced to conduct the required annual inspection and met with Assistant Administrator Alejandria Bautista. Administrator (ADM) Romulo Bautista was unavailable during the visit and authorized Alejandria to sign the report. LPA with Assistance Administrator inspected the facility inside and out, including but not limited to 4 resident rooms, 2 bathrooms, dining area, garage, and backyard. LPA observed a sufficient supply of perishable and nonperishable foods. Hygiene products, towels, sheets, and warm blankets were observed. Bathrooms were observed with grab bars and nonskid mats for the safety of residents. The fire extinguisher in the kitchen appears full and was last inspected on 8/19/2025. The first aid kit was complete. The last fire drill was conducted on 6/24/2026. Hot water temperature measured 109 degrees Fahrenheit. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were in operation during the visit. Emergency disaster plan last updated on 1/3/2026. At 11:30 am, LPA reviewed 6 resident files and 4 staff files. 4 out of 4 staff have TB on file; LPA reviewed medication and log. No deficiencies were cited during the visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 15, 2026
May 26, 2026Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff refused resident re-entry to the facility
On this day, 5/26/26 at 10:00 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Nguyen arrived unannounced to investigate the above allegation and to deliver findings. LPA met with the Assistant Administrator, Alejandria Bautista. Administrator Romulo Bautista was not available during the visit. LPA explained the purpose of the visit via phone and received permission for Alejandria to sign the report. Allegation: Staff Refused Resident Re-Entry to the Facility – Substantiated During the course of the investigation, the Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) conducted interviews with Administrator Assistance and reviewed Resident 1 (R1) records, including, but not limited to, hospital discharge paperwork, facility records, admission agreement documents, and communication logs. It was alleged that facility staff refused the resident re-entry after the resident’s discharge from the hospital on 5/23/26. Report continued on LIC 9099c... Substantiated Report continued... Interviews conducted during the investigation revealed that the R1 attempted to return to the facility after being discharged from medical care; however, facility staff informed the resident and/or responsible parties that the resident could not return due to the R1's behavioral condition. Interviews with Administrator Assistance confirmed that the resident was not permitted re-entry at that time. Documentation reviewed by LPA did not indicate that the facility had completed the required eviction procedures or provided appropriate written notice in accordance with applicable regulations prior to refusing the resident’s return. Additionally, records reviewed did not support that the resident’s admission agreement had been lawfully terminated before the refusal of re-entry. Based on interviews conducted and records reviewed, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met; therefore, the allegation that staff refused the resident re-entry to the facility is Substantiated. An exit interview is conducted, and a copy of the report with appeal rights is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 26, 2026 · control 15-AS-20260522084539
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87224(a) · Plan of correction due date: Jun 1, 2026
87224 Eviction Procedures (a) The licensee may evict a resident for one or more of the reasons listed in Section 87224(a)(1) through (5). Thirty (30) days written notice to the resident is required except as otherwise specified in paragraph (5) This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above because the facility staff refused the resident re-entry after the resident’s discharge from the hospital on 5/23/26.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 26, 2026
Plan of correction: Licensee/Administrator will submit a self-certified letter in agreeing to ensure that all residents are permitted re-entry to the facility unless lawful eviction and discharge procedures have been completed in accordance with California Code of Regulations and applicable laws. Submitted to CCLD by POC date.
Jul 1, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 7/1/2025 at around 9:00am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kelly Nguyen arrived unannounced to conduct an annual required inspection and met with Assistance Administrator Alejandria Bautista, and Administrator (ADM) Romulo Bautista. LPA with Assistance Administrator inspected the facility inside and out including but not limited to 4 resident rooms, 2 bathrooms, dining area, garage, and backyard. LPA observed sufficient supply of perishable and nonperishable foods. Hygiene products, towels, sheets and warm blankets were observed. Bathrooms were observed with grab bars and nonskid mat for safety of residents. Fire extinguisher in the kitchen appears full was last inspected on 8/15/2024. First aid kit was complete. Last fire drill was conducted on 6/10/2025. Hot water temperature measured at 108.3-degree Fahrenheit. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were in operating condition during visit. At 11:30 am, LPA reviewed 4 resident files and 4 staff files. 4 out of 4 staff have TB on files, LPA reviewed medication and log. Report continues on LIC 809c.. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL by 07/08/2027: LIC 500 Personnel Report LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility LIC 309 Administrative Organization LIC 400 Affidavit Regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources LIC 402 Surety Bond LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 1, 2025
Jun 19, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kelly Nguyen arrived unannounced to conduct an annual required inspection and met with Assistance Administrator Alejandria Bautista, and later Administrator (AD) Romulo Bautista. AD later left and gave verbal permission to AD assistance to sign the report. LPA with Assistance Administrator inspected the facility inside and out including but not limited to 4 resident rooms, 2 bathrooms, dining area, garage, and backyard. LPA observed sufficient supply of perishable and nonperishable foods. Hygiene products, towels, sheets and warm blankets were observed. Bathrooms were observed with grab bars and nonskid mat for safety of residents. Fire extinguisher in the kitchen appears full was last inspected on 8/18/23. First aid kit was complete. Last fire drill was conducted on 4/2/24. Facility has an updated disaster plan dated 4/2/2024. While conducting physical plant inspection, LPA observed the following: 1. at around 11:30 am, LPA observed unlock detergent and bleach unlock in the garage At 1:00 pm, LPA reviewed 5 resident files and 2 staff files. 2 out of 2 staff have TB on files, LPA reviewed medication and log. Deficiencies were cited per Title 22 California Code of Regulations. Exit interview conducted; Appeal Rights provided via email.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 19, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Bautista, Romulo S., licensed since 2000, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- A - R Residential Care Home for Elderly #2 · Union City
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 Alameda County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
A - R Residential Care Home for Elderly #2
Union City · Small home · 0.1 mi away
$3,300 a month to start · Covelight estimate
R & A Residential Care for the Elderly
Union City · Small home · 0.1 mi away
$3,300 a month to start · Covelight estimate
B-N Residential Care Home
Union City · Small home · 0.3 mi away
$3,200 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Sweet Care Home in Union City
Union City · Small home · 0.4 mi away
$3,900 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Alegria Community Living - Fairfield
Union City · Small home · 0.5 mi away
$4,200 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Merisol Care Home
Union City · Small home · 0.9 mi away
$3,750 a month to start · Covelight estimate