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Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #2
Small home·Licensed for 6·Bakersfield, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,000 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,250–$4,950
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit0 of 6 beds occupiedFebruary 13, 2026 · not a current opening
- Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
- Last state visitMarch 25, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderTru-Vision LLCSince 2023 · 3 licensed homes
Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #2 is a small care home in Bakersfield — 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.
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 Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #2
Is Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #2 licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #2 licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #2 been cited?
1 Type A and 0 Type B citation since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #2 still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #2 cost?
$4,000 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,250–$4,950. 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 10 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 17 other homes of a similar licensed size in Bakersfield that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $4,050 a month, and the middle figure is $3,500 (n = 17 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.
Does Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #2 take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Tru-Vision LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Tru-Vision LLC — at least 4 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Mercy 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 Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #2 keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #2 license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “AAA RESIDENTIAL ELDERLY RETREAT #2”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #157209294. 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 Tru-Vision 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.
- 1 Type A and 0 Type B citation 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 1 substantiated allegation 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 March 25, 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 careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved by the state
- 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
ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. RM #3 CLEARED FOR ONE (1) BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER GRANTED FOR TWO (2).
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file — 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
$4,000a month to start
Likely $3,250–$4,950
From 10 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,000a month
Likely $3,250–$5,150
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
Starting monthly rate$4,000likely $3,250–$4,950
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 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 $3,250–$5,150
- $4,000
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,850–$8,300
- $6,000
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, 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 appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. For a resident on SSI/SSP, California’s 2026 standard sends $1,444.07 a month to the home for 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 10 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.
10 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,900–$4,100.
- 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 10 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Your Loved Ones MatterBakersfield · 0.5 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The TrinityBakersfield · 2.0 mi · Mid-size home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Redwood Senior Living BakersfieldBakersfield · 2.1 mi · Mid-size home$2,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Summer Springs Board & CareBakersfield · 3.2 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Garnsey GardenBakersfield · 3.4 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Tlc Home Care 1Bakersfield · 4.3 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Cobble Stone Residential Home CareBakersfield · 4.4 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Central Valley Residential CareBakersfield · 4.6 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Riverstone Terrace Senior Living Memory CareBakersfield · 4.6 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · memory care shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
- The Westchester Home on SpruceBakersfield · 4.7 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 1013 White Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93307Address 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 is a facility evaluation report, dated March 25, 2026.
- On file since
- 2023
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- March 25, 2026
- Occupied · February 13, 2026 visit
- 0 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated February 13, 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 citations1typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 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 2023.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents
Mar 25, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 3/28/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an Annual/Required visit. LPA contacted Licensee/Administrator, Sheila Dillard who arrived to conduct facility inspection with LPA Facility was licensed in March 2023 and has had no residents in care. Facility tour conducted, facility observed to be fully furnished with required furnishings to receive residents. All common areas are furnished with adequate seating to accommodate residents. Facility has all utilities available. Resident bathrooms toured and observed fixtures to be operational, shower has grab bars, non-skid and shower chair available. Water temperature measured at 105 degrees F. Kitchen toured, LPA observed sharps to be locked and secured in hallway closet. First aid kit present with all required items. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide observed to be operational during today's inspection. Fire extinguisher present with a purchase date of 10/30/2025. Outside of facility toured. Pool is surrounded by gate that is locked, secured, and inaccessible to residents. All exits open free of obstruction, no hazards observed. No deficiencies cited during today's visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of report provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 25, 2026
Feb 13, 2026Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff are locking the exterior gate to the facility restricting access in case of an emergency
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Daiquiri Boyd conducted the complaint investigation visit to the facility. During the course of this complaint investigation LPA interviewed Licensee and obtained and/or reviewed facility records. It was found that there were no residents residing in the facility and it is currently unoccupied, Licesee stated tha lock was placed for security of the premises. It was determined based on observation and records review that the above allegation is SUBSTANTIATED. Based on LPAs observations and interviews which were conducted and record review(s), the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 6 & Chapter 8), are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. Substantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 13, 2026 · control 24-AS-20260203093452
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87203 · Plan of correction due date: Feb 14, 2026
87203 - Fire Safety - All facilities shall be maintained in conformity with the regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal for the protection of life and property against fire and panic. This requirement was not met as evidenced by the facility had a padlock on the front gate of the facility, which is not permitted by their approved Fire Clearance; which poses an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights risk to the residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 13, 2026
Plan of correction: Facility will no onger place a lock on the front gate and plans to apply for a new Fire Clearance to include a secured perimeter.
Mar 28, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rachel Bruce arrived unannounced to conduct the Annual Inspection. LPA met with and explained the purpose of the visit with Licensee Sheila Dillard. There are no residents living in the facility at this time. During this visit, LPA toured the facility inside & out. Resident bedrooms are found to be in good repair, contained required furnishings and lighting. The resident bathrooms were clean and in good repair with faucets delivering hot water at 110 degrees. Kitchen faucet temperature measured at 117. LPA observed required hygiene items and grab bars. Towels, extra bedding, and linens were stored and available for use. The kitchen was clean, with necessary items and appliances. LPA observed required food supply and paper product storage. The pool in backyard is currently empty with appropriate fencing in place. Knives/sharps, cleaning/disinfecting supplies and chemicals are locked and stored separate from food. Medications will be centrally stored in a locked closet. First aid kits contained required items. There are visitation areas available inside and out. Doors and passageways are unobstructed throughout the facility. LPA observed a self-releasing gate and windows with screens in good repair. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors were tested during the visit. The Fire extinguishers were purchased 10/15/2024. Emergency Disaster Plan and Infection Control Plans are in place and appropriate. There were no citations during this inspection.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 28, 2025
Apr 2, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katie Brown arrived unannounced to conduct the Annual Inspection. LPA met with and explained the purpose of the visit with Licensee Sheila Dillard. There are no residents living in the facility at this time During this visit, LPA toured the facility inside & out. Resident bedrooms are found to be in good repair, contained required furnishings and lighting. The resident bathrooms were clean and in good repair with faucets delivering hot water at 115 degrees. LPA observed required hygiene items and grab bars. Towels, extra bedding, and linens were stored and available for use. The kitchen was clean, with necessary items and appliances. LPA observed required food supply and paper product storage. Knives/sharps, cleaning/disinfecting supplies and chemicals are locked and stored separate from food. Medications will be centrally stored in a locked closet. A First aid kits contained required items. There are visitation areas available inside and out. Doors and passageways are unobstructed throughout the facility. LPA observed a self-releasing gate and windows with screens in good repair. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors were tested during the visit. The Fire extinguishers were purchased 9/1/23. Emergency Disaster Plan and Infection Control Plans were reviewed during this visit. There were no citations during this inspection. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Sheila Dillard, whose signature confirms receipt. LPA requested the following updated forms faxed to CCLD by 4/9/2024: Designation of Facility Responsibility (Lic308), Administrative Organization (Lic309), Affidavit Regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources (LIC 400), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610E) Proof of current Liability Coverage and Infection Control Plan.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 2, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Tru-Vision LLC, licensed since 2023, operates 3 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #3 · Bakersfield
- Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #4 · Bakersfield
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 Kern County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat
Bakersfield · Small home · 0.2 mi away
$3,950 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Your Loved Ones Matter
Bakersfield · Small home · 0.5 mi away
$3,500 a month to start · Listed by the home
Aaa Residential Elderly Retreat #3
Bakersfield · Small home · 0.5 mi away
$3,950 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Sherwood Elderly Care Facility
Bakersfield · Small home · 1.2 mi away
$3,750 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Ramdas Senior Living
Bakersfield · Small home · 1.7 mi away
$4,500 a month to start · Covelight estimate
The Trinity
Bakersfield · Mid-size home · 2.0 mi away
$4,200 a month to start · Listed by the home