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Alleviate Care
Small home·Licensed for 6·Canoga Park, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,950 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,100
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit6 of 6 beds occupiedApril 24, 2024 · not a current opening
- Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
- Last state visitApril 1, 2026CDSS inspection record
Alleviate Care is a small care home in Canoga Park — 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 2020. 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 Alleviate Care
Is Alleviate Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Alleviate Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Alleviate Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Alleviate Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Alleviate Care cost?
$4,950 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,050–$6,100. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes within 3 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.
Does Alleviate Care 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 Orna Dr Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Woodland Hills is 1.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Alleviate Care keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 5 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Alleviate Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “ALLEVIATE CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #197610102. 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 Orna Dr Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2020, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is April 1, 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 5 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 5 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. 1 AMBULATORY, 5 NON-AMBULATORY. ROOMS 1 AND 2 APPROVED FOR AMBULATORY. ROOMS 3,4,6 APPROVED FOR NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 5.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 5 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 13, 2026
4 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation not on file
Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,950a month to start
Likely $4,050–$6,100
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,950a month
Likely $4,050–$6,250
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$4,950likely $4,050–$6,100
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $4,050–$6,250
- $4,950
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,750–$9,350
- $6,950
How people 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 8 small homes within 3 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 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,850–$5,500.
- 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
- Wholesome Life Senior LivingCanoga Park · 1.1 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Liebelove CareWoodland Hills · 1.6 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Blue Skies RanchTarzana · 2.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Elite Retirement ResidenceWest Hills · 2.2 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Lily of the ValleyNorthridge · 2.5 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- 4Th Generation Senior LivingWest Hills · 2.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed 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.
- Agape Senior ResidenceChatsworth · 2.7 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Elegance Care ResortTarzana · 2.9 mi · Small home$10,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 20930 Gault Street, Canoga Park, CA 91303Address 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 2021, the state has filed 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2020. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 1, 2026.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- April 1, 2026
- Occupied · April 24, 2024 visit
- 6 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated April 24, 2024. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (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 citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 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 2020.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents
Apr 1, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
At 12:30pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Angela Panushkina conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the facility mentioned above. LPA met with the Designee, Victorya Hayrapetyan, and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for capacity of five (5) Non-Ambulatory residents in rooms #3, #4 and #6 only. Hospice waiver is granted for five (5) residents. At approximately 12:45pm, LPA toured the kitchen area and observed enough supplies of staple non-perishable for minimum 1 week and perishable for 2 days at the facility. All knives and sharps are observed to be locked in a kitchen drawer and inaccessible to residents. There is a fire extinguisher in the kitchen, and it was last serviced on 08/28/2025. LPA observed five (5) bedrooms designated for residents’ use. All bedrooms have sufficient lighting, properly furnished, clean and have appropriate bedding and linens. Auditory alarms were tested and observed to be operational. Facility also has awake staff at night. There are three (3) full bathrooms. All bathrooms were observed to be clean and in good repair. Properly supplied with toilet paper, soap and paper towels. The hot water temperature measured at 120.00°F. LPA observed appropriate grab bar and non-skid mat. All trash cans in bathrooms had fitted lids to protect them from cross contamination. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 73°F. The Common areas are furnished with adequate furniture to accommodate a maximum capacity of six (6) residents. Continue on LIC809-C At approximately 12:50am, LPA observed medications are centrally stored and locked in the cabinet, located at the office, and inaccessible to residents in care. The first-aid kit has been inspected which has at least the following: tweezers, scissors, antiseptic, bandages, gauze, thermometer; including a current First Aid manual. At 12:50pm, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and observed to be operable. At 1:00pm, LPA toured the outside area of the facility. LPA observed appropriate outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for residents. The outdoor area was free of visible immediate hazards. LPA discussed the importance of maintaining care and supervision to meet the needs of residents. Between 1:20pm to 2:20pm, LPA reviewed records of six (6) residents and two (2) staff. Client and staff records appeared to be complete and updated. LPA observed Administrator certificated renewed on 10/07/2024 with an expiration date of 10/06/2026. LPA collected Certificate of Liability Insurance and LIC500. No citations were issued during this visit. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report signed and delivered.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 1, 2026
Dec 9, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
At 11:40 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Huma Rahimi conducted an unannounced annual visit. LPA met with staff and later Administrator and disclosed the reason for the visit. LPA and Administrator toured the facility inside and out. The facility is a single story building with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, garage, common areas, and outdoor areas. It has an approved fire clearance for 6 residents, of which 5 may be non-ambulatory. The facility serves residents with dementia. Approved hospice waivers for 5. Kitchen: At approximately, 11:50 AM LPA toured the kitchen area and observed enough supplies of staple non-perishable for minimum 1 week and perishable for 2 days at the facility. Kitchen surfaces were sanitary, and all appliances were functional. Sharps were locked below the counter, and cleaning solutions were locked in separate cabinet in the kitchen. LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher in the kitchen. It was last inspected on 10/02/2024. Medications: At approximately, 11:55 AM LPA observed medications are centrally stored and locked in the front entrance/office of the facility in a cabinet. LPA also observed an additional locked cabinet where resident and staff files are kept. Bedrooms: LPA observed total of five (5) bedrooms designated for resident use. All bedrooms are properly furnished, clean and have appropriate bedding and linens. Facility has awake staff. Bathrooms: LPA observed three (3) bathrooms and all bathrooms appeared to be clean and in good repair. Properly supplied with toilet papers, soap and paper towels. LPA observed appropriate grab bar and resident's bathroom had non-skid mat. LPA observed appropriate hand washing signs posted in each bathroom. At 12:13 PM, hot water temperature measured at 116.2°F. Continue on LIC809-C Common Areas: The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 73°F. The living room and dining area appeared clean and were properly furnished. The living room has a television, comfortable furniture. No obstructions and or tripping hazards throughout the facility. LPA observed an operable washer and dryer in locked room next to the garage. All detergents were stored and locked. The garage was also observed locked, which had extra emergency food and cleaning supplies stored inside. Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide. At 12:20 PM, LPA tested the dual-function smoke and carbon monoxide detector to be operational. When tested, 3 out of 3 detectors functioned simultaneously, and the fire door closed. 2 out of 2 auditory alarms were on and functioning. Outside areas: At approximately, 12:25 PM LPA toured the outside area of the facility. LPA observed appropriate outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for residents. There is no bodies of water or swimming pool at the facility. All emergency exit paths were free from obstructions. Exit gates were unlocked. Between 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM, LPA reviewed records of five (5) residents and two (2) staff. Resident and staff records appeared to be complete and updated. Administrative: LPA collected Certificate of Liability Insurance, and LIC500. No deficiency cited during today’s visit. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report signed and delivered.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 9, 2024
Apr 24, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff does not maintain accurate records for resident.
At 10:00am, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Angela Panushkina and Perchui Milena Khurshudyan conducted an unannounced initial complaint visit at this facility to investigate the above allegation. LPAs met with the Administrator and explained the reason for the visit. During course of the investigation, interviews and record review were made. At 10:05am, LPAs requested resident and staff roster. At 10:10am, LPAs requested copies of pertinent information which include, but not limited to Admission Agreement, Physician’s Report, Appraisal Needs and Services Plan, Power of Attorney, etc., relevant to the investigation. At approximately 10:15am, LPA conducted a physical plant tour, to ensure health and safety of the residents are protected and physical plant is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. Between 10:20am – 12:30pm, LPAs interviewed the Administrator, one (1) staff and four (4) out of six (6) residents. Continue on LIC9099-C Unsubstantiated Allegation: Staff does not maintain accurate records for resident. It was alleged that the suspected abuser (SA) presents himself/herself as R1's Power Of Attorney (POA) and has been signing consents on R1's behalf. To investigate this allegation, LPAs conducted an interview with the Administrator and were informed that R1 has a POA and all required documentation on file. Review of R1's file revealed that SA was assigned to be POA for R1 as of 11/15/2018. Based on interview and record review this allegation is deemed Unsubstantiated at this time. No deficiency cited during today's visit. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report signed and delivered.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 24, 2024 · control 31-AS-20240416162206
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.
The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.
Before you call
Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- 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?
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