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Amethyst Care Home of Fullerton

Small home·Licensed for 6·Fullerton, California

Licensed since 2019Licence #306005594
(714) 213-8411From the state roster · September 13, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,000 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,100–$6,150
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitDecember 2, 2025CDSS inspection record

Amethyst Care Home of Fullerton is a small care home in Fullerton — 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 2019.

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 Amethyst Care Home of Fullerton

Is Amethyst Care Home of Fullerton licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

How many residents is Amethyst Care Home of Fullerton licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has Amethyst Care Home of Fullerton been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Amethyst Care Home of Fullerton still open?

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

What does Amethyst Care Home of Fullerton cost?

$5,000 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,100–$6,150. 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 16 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 15 other homes of a similar licensed size in Fullerton that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,125 to $6,150 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 15 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 Amethyst Care Home of Fullerton 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 Melprotere, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Melprotere Inc. — at least 2 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Providence St. Jude Medical Center is 1.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Amethyst Care Home of Fullerton keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Amethyst Care Home of Fullerton license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “AMETHYST CARE HOME OF FULLERTON”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306005594. 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 Melprotere, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is December 2, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 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-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident

State licensing record · September 13, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAVIER FOR 6.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life

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

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

3 more questions to ask the home
  • Two-person transfers or a lift

    Not on file

    Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”

  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”

  • Medicines

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,000a month to start

Likely $4,100–$6,150

From 16 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$5,000a month

Likely $4,100–$6,300

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$5,000likely $4,100–$6,150

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 16 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 $4,100–$6,300
$5,000
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,800–$9,400
$7,000
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 16 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.

16 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,450–$6,500.

  • 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.
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Where it is

  • 513 N Cornell Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831Address 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 2019. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated December 2, 2025.

On file since
2021
State visits
6
Most recent visit
December 2, 2025

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. Counts cover this licence since 2019.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2025220202422020221102021110

The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20252 state visits · 2 documents
Dec 2, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: POC

This unannounced POC inspection is being conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sean Haddad for the purpose of verifying correction of deficiencies issued during the Required – 1 Year Inspection conducted on October 9, 2025. LPA met with Staff #1 (S1) Flordeliza Villena and discussed the purpose of the inspection. Administrator (AD) Charesa Reyes appeared via telephone. During the inspection, LPA and S1 toured the facility and observed the following: Type B Violation cited under California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22, Section 87463(a) pertaining to multiple residents not being reappraised yearly has been cleared. The proof of correction due date was November 6, 2025. LPA followed up with AD multiple times since the proof of correction due date and did not receive proof of correction of this violation. During today’s inspection, LPA reviewed the appraisals for all four current residents and confirmed they are all current. During the inspection, LPA and S1 observed the licensee has a full bedrail on the bed of Resident #1 (R1) who S1 and AD confirmed is not on hospice. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. See LIC809D. Civil penalties for repeat violations are being assessed. See LIC421FC. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report and appeal rights was discussed with and provided to facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 2, 2025

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87608(a)(5)(A) · Plan of correction due date: Dec 3, 2025

(A) A bed rail that extends from the head half the length of the bed and used only for assistance with mobility shall be allowed. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee has a full bedrail on the bed of R1 who is not on hospice, which poses an immediate personal rights risk to persons in care. CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSED.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 2, 2025

Plan of correction: During the inspection, the licensee removed the full bedrail and LPA confirmed. Licensee stated they will conduct staff training on bedrails and submit proof to LPA by POC due date.

Oct 9, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

This unannounced inspection is being conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sean Haddad for the purpose of conducting a Required – 1 Year Inspection. LPA met with Staff #1 (S1) Flordeliza Villena and discussed the purpose of the inspection. Administrator (AD) Charesa Reyes arrived during the inspection. LPA reviewed Infection Control requirements. At about 3:00PM, LPA and AD conducted a tour of the inside and outside of the facility, common areas, resident rooms, kitchen, and garage and observed the following: Structure: facility is a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom, one-story house with attached garage that is used for storage. There is a back yard with a patio cover for the residents. LPA and AD observed 2 staff and 6 residents present at the facility. Resident Bedrooms: the 3 resident bedrooms are spacious and will easily accommodate the residents’ furnishings. Furniture for each resident bedroom inspected. Staff Bedrooms: LPA inspected the one staff bedroom. Bathrooms: the bathrooms were clean, faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature: tested between 115 and 118 degrees F in the 2 resident bathrooms. Linens & Hygiene Supplies: new linens and fully stocked linen closets were observed. Emergency Phone Numbers, Exit Plan & Menu: reviewed. Food Service: LPA observed the facility has a 2-day supply of perishables and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food is available as required by regulations. Carbon Monoxide, Smoke Detectors, Fire Extinguisher: observed and tested. Appliances: stove burners, microwave, washer, and dryer inspected. Knives: observed locked in the kitchen. Toxins: observed locked in the kitchen and garage. Medication cabinet: observed to be locked. First-Aid Kit and Activity Supplies: observed and available. Facility’s licensing fees are paid. At about 1:45PM, LPA reviewed 6 resident files and 3 staff files, interviewed 2 residents and 2 staff, and inspected medications for 6 residents. Facility does not handle resident money. During the inspection, LPA and AD observed the following: based on Guardian records, the licensee did not ensure AD, who is background cleared, was successfully associated to the facility roster as their status has been "in process" for the last year; based on documents, the licensee did not ensure Resident #1 (R1), Resident #2 (R2), Resident #3 (R3), Resident #5 (R5), and Resident #6 (R6) were reappraised yearly, as their appraisals are all more than a year old; and based on observation, the licensee has a full bedrail on the bed of Resident #4 (R4) who is not on hospice. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. See LIC809D. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report and appeal rights was discussed with and provided to facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 9, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Dec 4, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: POC

This unannounced POC inspection is being conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sean Haddad for the purpose of verifying correction of deficiencies issued during the Required – 1 Year Inspection conducted on October 28, 2024. LPA met with Staff #1 (S1) Flordeliza Villena and discussed the purpose of the inspection. Administrator (AD) Charesa Reyes appeared via telephone. During the inspection, LPA and S1 toured the facility and observed the following: Type A Violation cited under Health & Safety Code Section 1569.605 pertaining to liability insurance has not been cleared. During today’s inspection, AD was not able to provide proof of liability of insurance. Civil penalties for repeat violations are being assessed. Type B Violation cited under California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22, Section 87205(b) pertaining to the licensee corporation being suspended has not been cleared. During today’s inspection, LPA reviewed California Secretary of State documents showing that the licensee corporation is still suspended and AD has not submitted any proof that the Revivor process has been initiated. Civil penalties for failure to correct are being assessed. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. See LIC809D. Civil penalties for repeat violations and failure to correct are being assessed. See LIC421FC. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report and appeal rights was discussed with and provided to facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 4, 2024

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: HSC 1569.605 · Plan of correction due date: Dec 5, 2024

... all residential care facilities for the elderly... shall maintain liability insurance ... This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on documents, admission, and confirmation from the licensee's insurance agent, the licensee's liability insurance expired on January 14, 2024, and has not been renewed, which poses an immediate personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 4, 2024

Plan of correction: CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSED. Licensee stated they will obtain liability insurance immediately and submit proof to LPA by POC due date.

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR87205(b) · Plan of correction due date: Jan 1, 2025

(b) If the licensee is a corporation or an association, the governing body shall be active, and functioning in order to assure accountability. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on California Secretary of State documents, the licensee corporation is suspended, which poses a potential safety risk to persons in care. CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSED.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 4, 2024

Plan of correction: Licensee stated they will begin the Rivivor process and submit proof to LPA by POC due date.

Oct 28, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

This unannounced inspection is being conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sean Haddad for the purpose of conducting a Required – 1 Year Inspection. LPA met with Staff #1 (S1) Flordeliza Villena and discussed the purpose of the inspection. Administrator (AD) Charesa Reyes arrived during the inspection. LPA reviewed Infection Control requirements. At about 8:15AM, LPA and S1 conducted a tour of the inside and outside of the facility, common areas, resident rooms, kitchen, and garage and observed the following: Structure: facility is a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom, one-story house with detached garage that is used for storage. There is a back yard with a patio cover for the residents. LPA observed 2 staff and 6 residents present at the facility. Resident Bedrooms: the 3 resident bedrooms are spacious and will easily accommodate the residents’ furnishings. Furniture for each resident bedroom inspected. Staff Bedrooms: LPA inspected the one staff bedroom. Bathrooms: the bathrooms were clean, faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature: tested at 107 degrees F in the common resident bathroom and 106 degrees in the private resident bathroom. Linens & Hygiene Supplies: new linens and fully stocked linen closets were observed. Emergency Phone Numbers, Exit Plan & Menu: reviewed. Food Service: LPA observed the facility has a 2-day supply of perishables and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food is available as required by regulations. Carbon Monoxide, Smoke Detectors, Fire Extinguisher: observed and tested. Appliances: stove burners, microwave, washer, and dryer inspected. Knives: observed locked in the kitchen. Toxins: observed locked in the kitchen and garage. Medication cabinet: observed to be locked. First-Aid Kit and Activity Supplies: observed and available. Facility’s licensing fees are paid. At about 9:15AM, LPA reviewed 6 resident files and 3 staff files, interviewed 6 residents and 2 staff, and inspected medications for 6 residents. Facility does not handle resident money. CONTINUED During the inspection, LPA and AD observed the following: based on California Secretary of State documents, the licensee corporation is suspended; based on documents, admission, and confirmation from the licensee's insurance agent, the licensee's liability insurance expired on January 14, 2024, and has not been renewed; and based on documents, the licensee did not ensure S1 and S2 completed the 10 hour medication training (6 hours hands-on, 4 hours other training/instruction) prior to assisting with medications. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. See LIC809D. An exit interview was conducted andthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 28, 2024
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