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Covelight CareAlways TLCLicense #415600808 · 226 Sandpiper Court, Foster City, CA · (650) 345-1441Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
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Estimated starting rate$5,800/mo

Covelight estimate · likely $4,750–$7,150 · See costs

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  • (650) 345-1441

    From the state licensing record · October 26, 2026

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Small home · Licensed for 6 · Foster City

Always TLC

226 Sandpiper Court, Foster City, CA 94404 · Licensed since 2010

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Always TLC

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$5,800 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $4,750–$7,150 See costs

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: Wheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · October 26, 2026
  • Languages spoken: EnglishReported on Caring.com · September 9, 2026
  • Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

  • Wheelchairup to 6 residents
  • Hospiceup to 4 residents

Not on file: dementia and bedridden 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. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. LICENSE IS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF HOSPICE WAIVER FOR FOUR (4) RESIDENTS.

985 - RCFE / HOSPICE

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

Care services

These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.

  • Respite / short-term stays

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Building is wheelchair accessible

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Incontinence care

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Medication management

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Training topics namedStaff trained in memory careWe 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.

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Continuing education cadenceOngoing unspecified

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

As needs change

  • Medicines

    Level of medication service: reminders only

    Caring.com · September 9, 2026

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — care may continue at the end of life

    State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Always TLC: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,800a month to start

Likely $4,750–$7,150

From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Costs & moving in

  • How care costs are added to the rentAll inclusive

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Payment methodsCheck · Credit card

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$5,800likely a month
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$5,800likely $4,750–$7,150

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 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.

  • Help with daily careIncludedper the home

    The home lists its rent as all-inclusive on Caring.com, seen September 9, 2026. Ask which care needs would change the monthly rate.

  • 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 $4,750–$7,150
$5,800
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,550–$10,350
$8,300
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.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Rates at nearby homes9 nearby homes publish starting rates of $4,595 to $8,500

$4,595$8,500

EstimateLikely rangeA nearby home’s published starting rate

9 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $5,350–$8,150.

  • Roberta Care HomeSan Mateo · 1.9 mi · Small home
    $4,595Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
  • Petani HavenSan Mateo · 2.1 mi · Small home
    $6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Therese Residential Care HomeSan Mateo · 2.1 mi · Small home
    $8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • San Mateo VillaSan Mateo · 2.2 mi · Small home
    $8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
  • Ageway Boarding Care #2San Mateo · 2.4 mi · Small home
    $6,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Angel HavenSan Mateo · 2.5 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Comfort Home IISan Mateo · 2.6 mi · Small home
    $6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Amazing HomeSan Mateo · 2.6 mi · Small home
    $6,200Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Vanessa Care Home IISan Mateo · 2.7 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed 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 9 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.

  • 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.

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An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.

Daily life

Rooms, meals, activities and house rules, in the home’s own words. Open any detail to see where it came from.

Rooms & the spaces they will use (9)Room types · Common areas · Wifi
  • Room typesBeds

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Common areasTV Lounge · Library · Indoor Atrium · Indoor Common Areas

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Wifi

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Cable or satellite TV

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • LaundryDone by staff

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Bath tubs

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Visitor parking

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Ground-floor units

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Housekeeping

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

Meals, preferences & familiar food (8)All-day or flexible dining · Texture-modified diets · Meals served in the room
  • All-day or flexible dining

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Texture-modified dietsPureed

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Meals served in the room

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Vegetarian or vegan optionsVegan · Vegetarian

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Meals provided

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Cultural cuisine regularly servedInternational

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Residents can cook in their own unit

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Kosher foodKosher style

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

Activities & the rhythm of a day (3)Activity types offered · Trips outside the home · Religious services off site
  • Activity types offeredCommunity Service Programs · Activities On-site · Holiday Parties · Live Musical Performances · Karaoke · Birthday Parties · and 1 more

    Community Service Programs · Activities On-site · Holiday Parties · Live Musical Performances · Karaoke · Birthday Parties · BBQs or Picnics — reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Trips outside the home

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Religious services off site

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

Faith, culture & language (2)Religious observance supported · Languages spoken by caregivers
  • Religious observance supportedChristian Services

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Visiting & staying involved (2)Transportation costs extra · Public transit access claimed
  • Transportation costs extra

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Public transit access claimed

    Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.

Where it is

226 Sandpiper Court, Foster City, CA 94404Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

Opening the neighborhood map…

  1. 1San Mateo Medical CenterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list3.4 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).

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The 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 #415600808 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 7 of 11 documents

20263 state visits · 3 documents

Sep 23, 2026Facility evaluation reportPOCReport on file

Type of visit: POC

On September 23, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial Han conducted a plan of correction visit. Upon entry, LPA was greeted by caregiver, Doris Mores and LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The administrator arrived shortly thereafter and assisted with the visit. On September 9, 2026, LPA conducted a plan of correction visit and observed the following deficiencies (1569.625 staff annual training and 87463(a) reappraisals) that were cited during the annual inspection on August 26, 2026 were not corrected, therefore, a civil penalty of $2100 from 9/3/2026- 9/9/2026 was assessed. During today's visit, LPA reviewed the plan of correction documents for the above deficiencies (1569.625 staff training and 87463(a) reappraisals) to be complete. Regarding the Liability Insurance, the administrator/ licensee provided proof that the payment was made to the insured company and will provide a copy of the liability insurance to CCL by 9/29/2026. Civil penalty is being stopped on 9/10/2026 as the above citations are observed to be corrected. No deficiency is cited today. This report is reviewed and discussed with the administrator and a copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 23, 2026
Sep 9, 2026Facility evaluation reportPOCDeficiency page: Type B

Type of visit: POC

On September 9, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial Han conducted a plan of correction visit. Upon entry, LPA was greeted by caregiver, Doris Mores and LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The administrator arrived shortly thereafter and assisted with the visit. During today's visit, LPA reviewed the plan of correction documents and observed the following deficiencies are cleared: -87755(c) Inspection Authority of the Licensing Agency -87456(a)(2) Evaluation of Suitability for Admission In addition, LPA observed the following deficiencies are not correction since the plan of correction due date from the annual inspection: - 1569.625 (b)(2) Other Provision- LPA observed S1 and S2 have not completed their annual training as S1's last annual training was completed on 6/9/2025 and S2's last training was completed on 3/20/2024. - 87463(a)- LPA observed R1, R2 and R3's reappraisals were incomplete During today's visit, the facility was not able to provide a copy of the current Liability insurance. Due to the above observation and deficiencies not being corrected, a civil penalty in the amount of $2100 is being assessed today for 1569.625(b)(2) $100 a day from 8/27/2026 through 9/9/2026 and for 87463(a) $100 a day from 9/3/2026 through 9/9/2026 and will continue to accrue until corrected. Based on observation, deficiency is cited under California Code of Regulations, Title, 22 cited on the LIC 809D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in addition civil penalties. This report is reviewed and discussed with the administrator. A copy of the report and appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 9, 2026

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: HSC 1597.531 · Plan of correction due date: Sep 9, 2026

1597.531 Liability insurance or bond; affidavits; additional insured parties This requirement is not met as evidenced by the administrator/licensee was not able to provide a copy of the current liability which poses a potential risks to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 9, 2026

Plan of correction: The administrator/licensee stated that they are in the process of renewing it and will provide a copy by 9/21/2026.

Aug 26, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On August 26, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial Han conducted an unannounced annual inspection. Upon entry, LPA met with caregiver, Adoracion "Doris" Mores and explained the purpose of today's visit. LPA toured the facility inside out and inspected the living room, dining area, kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, and backyard. The facility has 6 residents and all of them are in private rooms. Furniture and furnishings were observed to be sufficient. Food supplies were sufficient of 2- days perishables and 7- days of non-perishables. Toilet, hand washing and bathing areas were observed clean and in operating condition. Showers were observed equipped with non-skid mats and grab bars. Facility exits are equipped with audible alarms. Comfortable temperature is maintained and lighting is sufficient for comfort. Bed sheets, linens, and towels were observed to be sufficient and able to meet the needs of the residents at this time. Central storage for medications, sharps and chemicals were observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Hot water temperature in the kitchen and bathroom were measured at 109-117 degrees Fahrenheit. Fire extinguishers were checked. A review of (4) resident files was conducted and noted on the LIC 858. A review of (2) staff files was conducted and noted on the LIC 859. During today's visit, the resident records, the personnel files and the other required records were not available for review/inspection as these files are locked in a cabinet and the facility staff did not have access to the key which resulting in a prolonged wait. A civil penalty of $500 is being assessed today for 2 repeat violations: Staff Training 1569.625(b)(2) and Inspection Authority 87755(c). The following documents were requested submitted to CCL by 9/7/2026: - Liability Insurance - Administrator certificate - LIC 500 Based on observation, deficiency is cited under California Code of Regulations, Title, 22 cited on the LIC 809D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in addition civil penalties. This report is reviewed and discussed with the caregiver. A copy of this report and the appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 26, 2026

20251 state visit · 1 document

Aug 28, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On August 28, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial Han conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA met with caregiver, Alvin Gomez and explained the purpose of today's visit. LPA toured the facility inside out and inspected the living room, dining area, kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, and backyard. The facility has 4 residents and all of them are in private rooms. Furniture and furnishings were observed to be sufficient. Food supplies were sufficient of 2- days perishables and 7- days of non-perishables. Toilet, hand washing and bathing areas were observed clean and in operating condition. Showers were observed equipped with grab bars but non slip- resistant mats. Facility exits are equipped with audible alarms. Comfortable temperature is maintained and lighting is sufficient for comfort. Bed sheets, linens, and towels were observed to be sufficient and able to meet the needs of the residents at this time. Central storage for medications, sharps and chemicals were observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Hot water temperature in the kitchen and bathroom were measured at 105-115 degrees Fahrenheit. Fire extinguishers were checked. During the facility tour, LPA observed the same storage room in the garage that was observed during the annual inspection last year on 8/6/2024. As the time, the administrator submitted a plan of correction indicating that the facility would be collaborating with the Foster City Building Code Enforcement and the Local Fire Marshall on the steps to legalizing the unit. The Foster City Building Code Enforcer conducted an inspection and deemed the storage room as un-permitted altercation and advised the administrator/licensee to follow-up with the Local Fire Marshal. During the process of collaborating with the Local Fire Marshal and the Foster City Building Code Enforcement, the administrator/licensee reported to LPA that he has not been provided with clear instructions on how to legalizing the storage unit. Therefore, on January 23, 2025, the administrator/licensee informed LPA that the storage room would be demolished in a week. However, during today's visit, LPA observed the same storage unit in the garage. A review of (3) resident files was conducted and noted on the LIC 858. A review of (2) staff files was conducted and noted on the LIC 859. During today's visit, LPA was not able to review S2 and R4's files as the caregiver reported that the administrator/licensee has the files and he is in the process of updating the them. The following documents were requested submitted to CCL by 9/2/2025: - Liability Insurance and Administrator Certification. Based on observation, deficiency is cited under California Code of Regulations, Title, 22 cited on the LIC 809D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. This report is reviewed and discussed with the caregiver. A copy of this report and the appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 28, 2025

20243 state visits · 3 documents

Sep 4, 2024Facility evaluation reportPOCReport on file

Type of visit: POC

On September 4, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial Han and Komal Charitra conducted an unannounced plan of correction visit to follow up on a civil penalty that was assessed on 8/20/2024. LPA met with caregiver, Doris Mores and explained the purpose of the visit. The administrator arrived shortly thereafter and assisted with the visit. On 8/ 20/2024, LPA Han conducted an unannounced Plan of Correction visit to follow up on the citations that were issued during the annual inspection on 8/6/ 2024. During the visit, LPA reviewed and validated the plan of correction that was submitted by the administrator/licensee and cleared 9 out of 12 citations However, LPA observed the remaining citations- 1569.695(c); 87608(a)(5)(B); 1569.625(b)(2) were not corrected and due to the citations not being corrected, a civil penalty in the amount of $3300 was assessed from 8/8/2024 - 8/20/2024. During today's visit, LPAs reviewed the plan of correction for the following citations: - 1569.695(c)- Emergency drill was conducted on 8/23/2024 and the administrator stated that it will be conducted on a quarterly basis. - 87608(a)(5)(B)- Physician orders were obtained for the residents who have a bed rail by the head of the bed. - 1569.625(b)(2)- Annual training was started for staff on 8/30/2024 and will continue. Civil penalty is being stopped on 8/21/2024 as the above citations are observed to be corrected. No deficiency is cited today. This report is reviewed and discussed with the administrator and a copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 4, 2024
Aug 20, 2024Facility evaluation reportPOCReport on file

Type of visit: POC

On August 20, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Murial Han conducted an unannounced plan of correction visit. Upon entrance, LPA met with caregiver, Doris Mores and explained the purpose of today's visit. The administrator, Tomas Consunji arrived shortly thereafter and assisted with the visit. During today's visit, LPA observed the following deficiencies are corrected: -87470(b)(2); 87202(a); 87305(a);87307(d)(6); 87456(a)(2); 87608(a)(3); 87506(b)(17)(E); 87456(a)(3); 87458(a) During today's visit, LPA observed the following deficiencies were not corrected: - 1569.695(c); 87608(a)(5)(B); 1569.625(b)(2) Due to the above observation and deficiencies not being corrected, a civil penalty is being assessed in the amount of $100 a day from 8//8/2024 through 8/20/2024 for the deficiencies of ; 1569.695(c); 87608(a)(5)(B) and $100 a day from 8/14/2024 through 8/20/2024 for the deficiency of 1569.625(b)(2) and will continue to accrue until corrected. A total civil penalty of $3,300 is being assessed today. This report is reviewed and discussed with the administrator. A copy of this report and the appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 20, 2024
Aug 6, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On August 6, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial Han conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA met with caregiver, Adoracion "Doris" Mores and explained the purpose of today's visit. LPA toured the facility inside out and inspected the living room, dining area, kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, and backyard. The outdoor passageway was observe to be obstructed with a wooden fence and many medical devices. The facility has 6 residents and all of them are in private rooms. Furniture and furnishings were observed to be sufficient. Food supplies were sufficient of 2- days perishables and 7- days of non-perishables. Toilet, hand washing and bathing areas were observed clean and in operating condition. Showers were observed equipped with non-skid mats and grab bars. Facility exits are equipped with audible alarms. Comfortable temperature is maintained and lighting is sufficient for comfort. Bed sheets, linens, and towels were observed to be sufficient and able to meet the needs of the residents at this time. Central storage for medications, sharps and chemicals were observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Hot water temperature in the kitchen and bathroom were measured at 108-119 degrees Fahrenheit. Fire extinguishers were checked. During tour of the facility, LPA observed a unit was built in the garage that was not indicated on the facility sketch and according to the San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department and Foster City Building Department, there is no records that a building permit as obtained. A review of (6) resident files was conducted and noted on the LIC 858. A review of (2) staff files was conducted and noted on the LIC 859. The following documents were requested submitted to CCL by 8/13/24: - Liability Insurance and Administrator Certification. Based on observation, deficiency is cited under California Code of Regulations, Title, 22 cited on the LIC 809D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. . This report is reviewed and discussed with the caregiver. A copy of this report and the appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 6, 2024
Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 4 documents

20231 state visit · 1 document

Sep 5, 2023Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff do not ensure facility is free from roaches.

On September 5, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial conducted an unannounced 10-day complaint visit. LPA was greeted by caregiver, Doris Mores who contacted the administrator via phone and reported LPA's visit. LPA explained the purpose of today's visit to caregiver and administrator who was on the phone. Regarding to allegation of- staff do not ensure facility is free from roaches, the reporting party reported that about a couple of weeks ago, facility was spotted of having cockroaches in the kitchen and in resident's rooms. The reporting party also reported that the administrator is working with a pest control service to resolve the problem as soon as possible. LPA toured the facility with caregiver and the facility observed to be cleaned, and tidy; LPA did not observed any cockroaches. LPA interviewed the administrator who acknowledged that facility discovered cockroaches a couple of months ago and facility has been working with a pest control company to resolve the problem. In addition, the administrator stated that the pest control company came out on July 27, 2023 and provided treatment and they are scheduled to come back today (September 5, 2023) to do another treatment. Unsubstantiated LPA interviewed staff #1 (S1) who stated that they are aware of the cockroach problem in the facility and the administrator is working with a pest control company to resolve it. LPA interviewed resident #1 (R1) and R1's responsible party who stated that staff does a good job with ensuring the facility is cleaned and tidy and they are aware of cockroaches at the facility and the administrator is actively working with a pest control company to take care of this issue. In addition, R1 stated that the room is always cleaned and staff mops the floor twice daily. Based on documents provided, LPA observed a service slip from a pest control company showing the service was provided on July 27, 2023, and on August 18, 2023, administrator reported to the pest control company that R1 spotted roaches in R1's room which triggered a service scheduled for today (September 5, 2023) and monthly thereafter. Based on observation, interviews and record review, this allegation is unsubstantiated as the facility discovered the problem prior to this complaint and the administrator has been working with a pest control company to resolve the problem. Although the above investigations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. This report is discussed with the administrator who arrived during the exit meeting. A copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 5, 2023 · control 14-AS-20230830150459

20222 state visits · 3 documents

Nov 8, 2022Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Facility retained a resident who needed a higher level of care Resident was left in soiled clothing for extended period of time Facility is malodorous

On 11/8/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial Han conducted an unannounced to deliver the investigation findings for complaint number 14-AS-20220817140116. LPA met with caregiver, Adoracion Mores and spoke to the administrator on the phone, and explained the purpose of the visit. Regarding to facility retained a resident who needed a higher level of care, the reporting party stated that the facility was probably capable of caring for residents with early stages of Dementia but not late stages such as resident #1 (R1). As part of the investigation, LPA interviewed the administrator who denied the allegation and stated the facility conducts a preadmission process to determine admission. Concerning to R1, the administrator stated that R1 exhibited challenging behaviors after R1's admission that was not previously disclosed by R1's during the pre-admission process. When the administrator realized that the facility required a different level of care that the facility is capable of providing, the administrator contacted R1's responsible party to seek for other placement and scheduled additional staffing to accommodate R1 until new placement is identified. Unsubstantiated In addition, the administrator stated that facility staff is trained and educated on caring for residents with diagnosis of Dementia. However, the administrator was not able to provide any training records. This deficiency will be cited on LIC809 and LIC809D under case management. LPA also interviewed R1's responsible party who validated that when the facility realized that they were not capable of providing the level of care that R1 required, the facility contacted the responsible party to seek for other placement and eventually, R1 was transferred to the acute hospital due to a change of health condition where R1 was discharged to a higher level of care. Based on documents provided, the LIC 602A (Physician's Order) and the LIC 603A (Resident Appraisal), it did not indicate R1 has current and/or history of challenging behaviors and both documents were completed prior to R1's admission. Base on record review and interviews during the course of investigation, this allegation is deemed to be unsubstantiated as the facility was not informed of R1's challenging behaviors prior to R1's admission and when the facility learned about these behaviors, the administrator contacted the responsible party to seek for other placement. Regarding to allegation of resident was left in soiled clothing for extended period of time, the reporting party stated that whenever the responsible party visited R1, R1 smelled like urine, and R1 was left in soiled diapers for an extended period of time. As part of the investigation, LPA interviewed the administrator who acknowledged the above allegation. However, the administrator stated that staff attempted to clean R1 multiple times a day but with no success due to R1's refusals and aggression behaviors toward facility staff. LPA also interviewed facility staff members who reported that they attempted to provide Activities Of Daily Living (ADLs) to R1 and attempted to clean R1's room but it was very difficult due to R1's behaviors. Furthermore, LPA interviewed resident #2 (R2) who stated that R1 needed a lot of help from staff but when staff attempted to help R1, R1 became combative and the facility had an extra staff to help R1. Base on observation, and interviews during the course of investigation, this allegation is unsubstantiated, no neglect was observed. Regarding to the allegation of facility is malodorous, the reporting party stated that when the responsible party visited R1, the responsible party smelled urine and feces in R1's room. As part of the investigation, LPA interviewed the administrator who acknowledged that R1's room had an unpleasant smell as R1 urinated on the floor, and had bowel movements in the closet on a daily basis. Facility staff did the best they could to clean the room and get rid of the odor. LPA interviewed R2 who stated that facility staff do a good job with cleaning and the facility is always cleaned. During the investigation, LPA toured the facility and resident's room and observed it to be cleaned, odorless and tidy. Base on observations and interviews during the course of investigation, this allegation is unsubstantiated. Although the above investigations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. This report is reviewed and discussed with the administrator. In addition, the administrator provided a copy of R1's appraisal that was completed on 6/1/2022 (R1 was admitted on 6/4/2022) which revealed R1 has a diagnosis of Dementia but R1's challenging behaviors were not mentioned. Furthermore, the facility provided a copy of R1's Physician's Report which also did not indicate R1's challenging behaviors. After the investigation, the above allegation is deemed to be unfounded as the administrator completed the pre-appraisal prior to R1's admission. Based on record review, and interview during the course of the investigation, this complaint is deemed to be UNFOUNDED, meaning that these allegations were false, could not have happened and/or is without a reasonable basis as during the investigation. This report is reviewed with the administrator. A copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 8, 2022 · control 14-AS-20220817140116
Nov 8, 2022Facility evaluation reportCase Management - OtherDeficiency page: Type B

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

On 11/8/2022, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Murial Han conducted an unannounced case management visit to deliver the findings in reference to complaint # 14-AS-20220817140116. LPA met with caregiver, Adoracion Mores and spoke to the administrator on the phone. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. During the course of the investigation, the reporting party reported that the facility was not trained to care for resident #1 (R1) who suffered from advanced Dementia. According to the administrator, staff was trained to provide care to residents with diagnosis of Dementia. However, the administrator was not able to provide on-the-job training records to show that staff was trained. Based on complaint investigation, deficient is cited under California Code of Regulations, Title, 22 cited on the LIC 809D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Report was discussed with the administrator. A copy of this report and the Appeal Rights are provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 8, 2022

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87705(c)(3)(A)(B)(C) · Plan of correction due date: Nov 18, 2022

87705 Care of Persons with Dementia(c) Licensees who accept and retain residents with dementia shall be responsible for ensuring the following:(3) In addition to the on-the-job training requirements..staff who provide direct care to residents with dementia shall receive the following training... A) Dementia care including,..(B) Recognizing symptoms..(C) Recognizing the effects of medications...this requirement is not met as the facility was not able to provide documents that facility staff has received this training while providing care to resident with Dementia which poses a potential health risk to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 8, 2022

Plan of correction: The administrator will review the regulation and submit a statement to CCL stating that it was reviewed. In addition, the administrator will provide in-services to staff pertaining to this regulation. The administrator will provide a copy of the statement and a copy of the in-service sign-in record to CCL by the plan of correction due date of 11/18/2022

Jun 2, 2022Complaint investigation reportUnfounded

Allegation investigated: Staff verbally abusive to residents

On 6/2/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial Han conducted an unannounced 10- days initial complaint visit. LPA met with administrator, Tomas Consunji and explained the purpose of the visit. Regarding to allegation of staff verbally abusive to residents, there is no additional information forthcoming from the reporting party. LPA interviewed administrator, Tomas who denied the allegation and stated that the caregivers are respectful to the residents. LPA interviewed 3 residents and all of them reported that they are receiving good care from the facility staff, they are being treated with respect and dignity, and their wishes and requests are being honored. LPA also interviewed 2 family members who were present during LPA's visit and both of them stated that staff is very polite, very nice, they provide good care to the residents and they give the residents whatever they want. Furthermore, LPA interviewed 2 facility staff and they have never witnessed any of their co-workers speaking rudely and or verbally abusive toward the residents. This agency has investigated the complaint and found that the complaint was unfounded, meaning that the allegation was false, could not have happened and/or is without a reasonable basis. This report is discussed and reviewed with administrator. A copy is provided. Unfoundedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 2, 2022 · control 14-AS-20220526141335

The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

6 of 6 beds were occupied at the September 5, 2023 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.

License holder

Tomas L. Consunji & Christine L. Consunji, licensed since 2010.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2010, as the state’s facility page counts them
State visits on file
12
Total complaints
3
Substantiated allegations
0
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
0

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2010, 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 homeTypical
Type A citations00
Type B citations00
Substantiated allegations00
Total complaints30

“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.

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Routine visita visit the state records as “Required” — a scheduled visit, not one made in answer to a complaintSubstantiatedthe 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

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Is Always TLC licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

How many residents is Always TLC licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Has Always TLC been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2010, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 12 state visits over the same years.

Is Always TLC still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.

What does Always TLC cost?

$5,800 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,750–$7,150. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

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Among 56 other homes of a similar licensed size across San Mateo County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $5,775 to $7,250 a month, and the middle figure is $6,500 (n = 56 other homes publishing a starting rate).

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Does Always TLC 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 Tomas L. Consunji & Christine L. Consunji, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

San Mateo Medical Center is 3.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Always TLC keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Always TLC license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “ALWAYS TLC”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #415600808. 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 Tomas L. Consunji & Christine L. Consunji, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2010, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 12 state inspection visits since 2010, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2010, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 12 state visits in that period.
  • 3 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2010, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is September 23, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 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

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