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Alvin's Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Menifee, California

LicensedLicence #331881712
  • Care approvals on fileDementia · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,050 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,150–$6,200
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJune 17, 2026CDSS inspection record

Alvin's Care is a small care home in Menifee — 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. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care and hospice care are not on file.

Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 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 Alvin's Care

Is Alvin's Care licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

How many residents is Alvin's Care licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Has Alvin's Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is Alvin's Care still open?

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

What does Alvin's Care 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 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 10 other homes of a similar licensed size in Menifee that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $4,500 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 10 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 Alvin's Care take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Jc Residential Care LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta is 3.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Alvin's Care 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?”

Alvin's Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “ALVIN'S CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
  • License #331881712. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed to Jc Residential Care LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
  • 3 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is June 17, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 4 residents

State licensing record · September 27, 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. APPROVED FOR FOUR(4) BEDRIDDEN RESIDENTS IN BEDROOMS 1,2,&3. GARAGE NOT TO BE USED AS AN EXIT. PATHWAY FROM EXIT #2 TO SIDE YARD GATE MUST REMAIN CLEAR AND GATE REMAIN UNLOCKED. WAIVER/GR ANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR FOUR(4).

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • 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 27, 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?”

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver not on file

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,050a month to start

Likely $4,150–$6,200

From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$5,050a month

Likely $4,150–$6,350

With a shared room and basic help.

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

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$5,050likely $4,150–$6,200

    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 $4,150–$6,350
$5,050
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,850–$9,450
$7,050
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
  • The care level

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

  • What is billed separately

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

  • Move-in costs

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

  • Increases

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

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

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 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 $3,650–$5,550.

  • 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

Where it is

  • 32454 Bullard Street, Menifee, CA 92584Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.

Since 2025, the state has filed 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated June 17, 2026.

On file since
2025
State visits
3
Most recent visit
June 17, 2026

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints0typical 0

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261202025110

The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents

20261 state visit · 2 documents
Jun 17, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Imaculada Vasquez arrived unannounced to conduct an annual inspection. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by Caregiver, Rose Tabula and granted entry. Administrator, John Allen Bulaoro arrived 15 minutes later. LPA began inspection with introduction and visit purpose. There are currently three (3) residents living at the facility. The single story facility consists of four (4) bedrooms and two (2) baths. Resident record review began- Three (3) records were reviewed. LPA reviewed for admission agreement, medical assessment and TB test results, consent forms, identification and emergency information, appraisal needs and service plans, centrally stored medication/destruction records, and personal rights notification. This facility meets documentation requirements. Physical Plant and Safety of Environment/Operational Requirements- LPA toured the facility inside and outside. The home is maintained at a comfortable temperature for the clients. Lighting is sufficient for safety and comfort. Water temperature measured 106.8 degrees F. Laundry chemicals, cleaning chemicals, and sharped objects are observed in a locked cabinet. Medications are locked in a cabinet. LPA verified there is a telephone working at this location (951)223-3018. Food Service- Food supply meets the requirement of one (1) week supply of nonperishable and two (2) day supply of perishables food on hand. Food prep areas are clean and organized. (Continued on next page) (Continued from Page 1) LPA began review of employee records- Three (3) records were reviewed. LPA reviewed employee records for first aid, fingerprint clearance, personnel/job application, health screening, criminal record statement, employee rights, training verification, and current administrator certifications. CPR and First Aid requirements have been met. The facility employs enough staff to maintain cleanliness and meet the needs of the clients in care. Administrator certifications present and current, expires on 12/02/2027. LPA made observation throughout the inspection process to assess if the facility remains in conformity with the State Fire Marshall regulations. The facility has not exceeded its capacity limitation and the structure remains unchanged according to the approved floor plan. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and found to be operational. One (1) Fire extinguisher is tested or replaced annually and was last done so on 04/29/2026. The facility is conducting quarterly emergency disaster drills. The last disaster drill was conducted on 04/21/2026. Based on the information received during this visit today, there are zero (0) deficiencies being cited per Title 22, Division 6 of The California Code of Regulations.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 17, 2026
Jun 17, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Imaculada Vasquez conducted an unannounced case management visit in order to increase the capacity per licensee request. LPA met with Administrator, John Bulaoro. Licensee request for capacity increase approval of building from four(4) to six(6). Fire Clearance is approved for six (6) bedridden clients approved by the Riverside Fire Department on 05/13/2026. Facility sketch on file with designation of capacity for each room; licensee is advised that the noted designated capacity for each room is to remain in compliance as described on the facility sketch and each room capacity attachments. All rooms are designated for bedridden residents. Resident bedrooms observed to be in sufficient compliance to capacity increase. LPA observed the Administrator has installed sprinkler system and appropriate fire alarms. Bedroom #4 has a required door leading to the exterior of the facility. The physical plant is ready for increase in capacity. There are currently three(3) residents in care as of today. . An exit interview was conducted and this report was reviewed and provided to Administrator, John Bulaoro.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 17, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
May 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On May 13, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Venus Mixson arrived for a scheduled visit for the purpose of conducting a Pre-Licensing visit. LPA Mixson met with Christine Bulaoro, Administrator, introduced herself, and stated the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the location along with the Administrator and made observations following is a summary. Physical Plant: The location is a single-story facility located at 32454 Bullard Street Menifee CA 92584, and has four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a living room, dining room, and a kitchen. A backyard and front yard with two car drive-way. The Riverside County Fire Department City of Menifee approved this facility for zero (0) non-Ambulatory, zero-Ambulatory, and four (4) bedridden residents, on April 28, 2025. The home has a first aid kit and manual, the Administrator has received First Aid and CPR training, and the Administrator’s certificate is current, and posted. With an expiration date of 11/18/2025. Medications: LPA Mixson observed where medications are to be stored, locked, and inaccessible to the residents. The home is equipped with lights in the passages and stocked with emergency night lights throughout the home. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed and are operable. LPA Mixson observed one brand new fire extinguisher, charged and in the green, and obtained on 04/10/2025. The cleaning supplies were locked and inaccessible, along with the sharp objects and the Administrator informed LPA there are no firearms on the premises. Bedrooms: four (4) bedrooms were observed and are large enough to allow for easy passage. The required items of furniture were observed currently at the time of this inspection. Chair, nightstand, and sufficient lighting. Kitchen/Food: Knives were locked in a kitchen drawer, plenty of pots, pans, and other kitchen accessories. Facility has the required seven-day supply of non-perishable food items. LPA Mixson observed hygiene supplies for residents. There were no pesticides, poisons, or other toxic substances stored in any food storage or preparation area currently at the time of this inspection. (87555). Records: There is confidential storage space for personnel records at the time of this visit. (87412). Bathrooms: Two bathrooms floors were clean and sanitary and free of odors. Other appliances were operable, water temperature tested within regulations and was logged. There was at least one toilet and sink for each six persons to include residents, family, and personnel. (87307), and at least one bathtub/shower for each ten persons which includes residents, family and/or live-in personnel. (87307). Administration: LPA Mixson observed emergency exiting plans and telephone numbers posted, Personal Rights, Complaint Poster, and other required documents were posted currently at the time of this visit, along with the current Administrators certification, which has an expiration date of 11/18/2025. The facility theft and loss program policy are posted (87218). Activities: There are activity supplies and equipment, including access to a variety of reading materials in the language of choice. There is an outdoor activity area equipped for outdoor use. (87219). Miscellaneous: There is a first aid kit, including sterile dressings, bandages, thermometer, and other items as required by regulations. (87465). There are laundry supplies and equipment and there is space for clean linen storage and a separate space for soiled linen. (87307). LPA Mixson observed emergency lighting supplies to include flashlights, and extra batteries. (87303). Dementia Care: There were no bodies of water on the premises currently at the time of this visit, and there are auditory devices in place to monitor exits and completely enclosed outdoor activity space with self-closing latches and gates. (87705). Inside/Outside: All doors, and passageways are clear of obstruction. There were no bodies of water on the premises, and the fireplace was covered with a screen. There was enough clean linen and hygiene items, and there was appropriate lighting in each room. LPA Mixson observed central heating and air conditioning systems, and they are operable currently. The Administrator dialed the land line phone number (951) 223-3018, and it was operable. Outside/Yards: Had shade and covering for shaded visits, and activities. There were no obstructions observed. The Licensee stated there were no firearms, and/or ammunition on the premises. CAB 8.0 Pre-licensing / COMP III requested and anticipation to scheduled. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to Christine Bullaoro, Administrator,the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 13, 2025
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗

An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents and the questions below stand in their place.

Life here

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.

  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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