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Small home · Licensed for 6 · El Cerrito
Aihouse
1605 Arlington Blvd, El Cerrito, CA 94530Licensed since 2019
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Wheelchair · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
- Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record
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Free for families. A home gets your number only if you say yes.
Care and support
- Wheelchairup to 6 residents
- Bedriddenup to 1 resident
Not on file: dementia and hospice approvals.
Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026
As needs change
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Aihouse: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines, staying through hospice and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,050a month to start
Likely $4,150–$6,200
From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$5,050likely a month
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$5,050likely $4,150–$6,200
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 15 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 (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $4,150–$6,350
- $5,050
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,850–$9,550
- $7,550
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
- 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 October 1, 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.
Rates at nearby homes24 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,000 to $10,000
24 homes like this within 15 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$7,000.
- Tara Hills Care HomePinole · 4.8 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Lakeshore Residential CareOakland · 9.3 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Dimond CareOakland · 10 mi · Mid-size home$6,000Listed on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026
- Lafayette GardensLafayette · 11 mi · Small home$5,600Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Caring Angels Care HomeLafayette · 11 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- J & C Care CenterOakland · 11 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Kimochi HomeSan Francisco · 12 mi · Mid-size home$4,335Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Maureen HousePleasant Hill · 12 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Autumn GlowSan Francisco · 13 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Age Bayside IIAlameda · 13 mi · Small home$10,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Oakwood Memory & Senior CareVallejo · 13 mi · Mid-size home$5,000Listed on its own website · semi-private room · seen October 5, 2026
- Marin TerraceMill Valley · 13 mi · Mid-size home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Haven House of San RafaelSan Rafael · 13 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Daniel Rest HomeSan Rafael · 13 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Age of Sweet RoadAlameda · 13 mi · Mid-size home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Heatherwood Memory CareWalnut Creek · 13 mi · Mid-size home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Ramona Care HomePleasant Hill · 13 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Elisabeth Care HomePleasant Hill · 14 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Bermuda Residential Care HomeConcord · 14 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Aspen Senior LivingConcord · 14 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Blue Horizon LivingConcord · 14 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Ohana Home for SeniorsConcord · 14 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Better Living of Walnut CreekWalnut Creek · 14 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Ag Health CareWalnut Creek · 14 mi · Small home$3,395Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 15 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.
- 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.
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 move-in 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.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.
The best way to see it is a visit.
Request a tourWhere it is
1605 Arlington Blvd, El Cerrito, CA 94530Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
Opening the neighborhood map…
- Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Richmond CampusHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list3.3 mi
Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).
Open directionsThe state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #79200811 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 2 of 3 documents
20261 state visit · 1 document
Jan 15, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 01/15/2026 at 2:00PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrew Christy arrived unannounced to conduct the 1-Year Annual Required inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Aiyan Li, and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility currently houses zero (0) residents. LPA toured facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. No bodies of water were observed. A comfortable indoor temperature is maintained at 70.0 degrees Fahrenheit. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 127.4 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of future residents. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. There is a minimum of one week supply of non-perishable and 2 day of perishable foods. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 05/07/2025. The Emergency Disaster Plan was last reviewed 01/15/2026. No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided to the administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 15, 2026
20241 state visit · 1 document
Nov 27, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 11/27/2024 around 04:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Holmes conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection. LPA explained the purpose for the visit to Aiyan Li, Administrator (ADM). The facility does not have any residents at his time. There is a COVID-19 mitigation plan and Emergency Disaster Plan on file; hand sanitizer, COVID-19 signage, and a surplus of PPE is stored in the facility that is accessible to all care staff. LPA and ADM toured the facility to include but not limited to the common areas, bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchen, and backyard. LPA advised ADM to add covered garbage cans to all shared bathrooms, remove debris from the backyard and ensure all passageways are clear. There was a sufficient supply of 2-day perishables and 7-day supply of non-perishable foods. All hand washing stations were equipped with soap, paper towels and garbage cans. Hot water temperature in the shared residents' bathroom was measured at 112.6 degree Fahrenheit (F) and the facility's temperature was at a comfortable degrees. Fire extinguisher were observed full and Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors were observed operational; first aid kits complete. The following forms are to be updated and submitted to CCLD:12/04/2024 -LIC500 Personnel Report -LIC308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility -LIC610E Emergency Disaster Plan (Reviewed) -An updated copy of Administrator Certificate(s) -Liability Insurance per the regulation -Create Personnel Files Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided to the ADM.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 27, 2024
Earlier years2023 · 1 document
20231 state visit · 1 document
Feb 22, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 02/22/2023 at 04:40 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Holmes arrived announced to conduct annual infection control inspection. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by Aiyan Li (ADM) to conduct the inspection. Facility has a COVID-19 mitigation plan on file. There are not any residents at this time. LPA observed a screening station; facility has a thermometer, hand sanitizer, masks, gloves, and COVID-19 signage. LPA and ADM toured the facility including, but not limited to common areas, bathroom, bedrooms, kitchen, garage, and backyard. LPA observed mask, cough etiquette, social distancing and hand washing signs posted throughout. ADM to post 20 seconds to hand washing signs in the kitchen. There was a sufficient supply of PPE. All hand washing stations were equipped with soap, paper towels and covered garbage cans. The hot water temperature in the shared residents' bathroom was measured at 113 degree Fahrenheit (F). Fire extinguisher was observed full. Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors were observed operational and first aid kit complete. The following forms are to be updated and submitted to CCLD when new residents are admitted: -LIC500 Personnel Report (Received) -LIC308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility -LIC610 Emergency Disaster Plan (Reviewed) -An updated copy of Administrator Certificate(s); Expires 09/20/2024 -Infection control Plan (ICP) due 03/08/2023 Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 22, 2023
The state marks this report as 2 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
License holder
Aihouse LLC, licensed since 2019.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2019, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 3
- Total complaints
- 0
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
- Type A citations
- 0
- Type B citations
- 0
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2019, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Compare with homes the same size
| This home | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Type A citations | 0 | 0 |
| Type B citations | 0 | 0 |
| Substantiated allegations | 0 | 0 |
| Total complaints | 0 | 0 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
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 stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Aihouse
Is Aihouse licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Aihouse licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Aihouse been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2019, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.
Is Aihouse still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.
What does Aihouse cost?
$5,050 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,150–$6,200. 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 24 small homes and similar homes within 15 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 Contra Costa County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $6,500 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 between September and October 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 Aihouse take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 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 Aihouse LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Richmond Campus is 3.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Aihouse keep a resident on hospice?
Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”
Aihouse license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “AIHOUSE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #79200811. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Aihouse LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2019, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 3 state inspection visits since 2019, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2019, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 3 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2019, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is January 15, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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- Map
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- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,550 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,550–$6,850On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
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