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Asuncion Board & Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·West Covina, California

Licensed since 2004Licence #198600290
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchairState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,500 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,650–$5,500
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit4 of 6 beds occupiedFebruary 2, 2022 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitDecember 15, 2025CDSS inspection record

Asuncion Board & Care is a small care home in West Covina — 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 2004. Dementia care, hospice care and bedridden care are not on file.

Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.

Quick answers and the state record

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Asuncion Board & Care

Is Asuncion Board & Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Asuncion Board & Care licensed for?

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

Has Asuncion Board & Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.

Is Asuncion Board & Care still open?

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

What does Asuncion Board & Care cost?

$4,500 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,650–$5,500. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

Among 228 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,300 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 228 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.

A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.

The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.

A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.

Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.

Does Asuncion Board & 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 Adelaida G. Asuncion, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Kindred Hospital Baldwin Park is 0.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Asuncion Board & 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?”

Asuncion Board & Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “ASUNCION BOARD & CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #198600290. 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 Adelaida G. Asuncion, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 7 state inspection visits since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is December 15, 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 2 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

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

Read the state’s own wording
FACILITY IS LICENSED TO SERVE 2 NON-AMBULATORY AND 4 AMBULATORY RESIDENTS AGE 60 AND ABOVE. NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS ARE APPROVED FOR ROOM #5 ONLY.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

5 questions to ask the home — nothing on file yet
  • 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?”

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation not on file

    Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,500a month to start

Likely $3,650–$5,500

From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,500a month

Likely $3,650–$5,700

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

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

  • Starting monthly rate$4,500likely $3,650–$5,500

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 10 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 $3,650–$5,700
$4,500
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,300–$8,850
$6,500
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 24 small homes and similar homes within 10 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.

24 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,900–$8,000.

  • 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

  • 1636 S. Rama Drive, West Covina, CA 91790Address 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 2022, the state has filed 7 documents for this home, and its records count 7 visits since 2004. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated December 15, 2025.

On file since
2022
State visits
7
Most recent visit
December 15, 2025
Occupied · February 2, 2022 visit
4 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated February 2, 2022. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints1typical 0

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2004.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2025220202422020231102022120

The last 36 months — 4 of 7 documents

20252 state visits · 2 documents
Dec 15, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nune Margaryan conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with Licensee Adelaida Asuncion. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. During the visit, the CARE tool was used. The facility is licensed to serve Dementia residents, ages 60 and above, approved for two (2) non-ambulatory and four (4) ambulatory residents. Currently, there is no hospice resident in placement. The facility is a single-story house located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of five (5) bedrooms including three (3) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff room, one (1) room for family member; three (3) bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, and detached garage. Facility was toured, staff/residents files were reviewed. Residents medications were reviewed. No pools and bodies of water on the premises. All residents' bedrooms and bathrooms were inspected. The front and backyard are well maintained and there are no pools or large bodies of water. There is a shaded seating area for the residents located in the backyard. The common areas are clean and have the required furniture. The resident bathrooms have the required grabs bars and non-skid mat. The water temperature was tested and was measured within Title 22 Regulation guidelines. Resident bedrooms have the required furniture such as bed frames, dressers, lamps, and chairs. Bedrooms also have sufficient closet space. The kitchen was inspected. LPA observed that kitchen equipment are in working condition. LPA observed sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable foods. There is additional food in the refrigerators located in the garage. Adequate linen and personal hygiene supplies was observed. Auditory alarm devices to monitor exits were operable. Continue 809C Knives and sharps are locked in the kitchen and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are operable. Fire extinguisher observed in the dining room and fully charged. Laundry area was observed in the covered patio between the house and garage. Laundry detergents were observed locked next to the washer and dryer and in the garage. The outdoor activity area has a shaded patio with ample seating. Medication is centrally stored in a locked cabinet; resident and staff records are stored in a locked room and both inaccessible to residents. First Aid kit was fully stocked with current manual. LPA reviewed 3 resident records to confirm emergency contact is updated, physician's reports are on file, and admission agreements are complete. Two staff records were reviewed to confirm health screenings, training, and fingerprint clearances. LPA reviewed residents' medications. Medications are documented properly and given as prescribed. No deficiencies were found during this visit. Exit interview was conducted with Administrator and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 15, 2025
Jan 31, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nune Margaryan conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with the Administrator Rosemarie Honrado and Licensee Adelaida Asuncion. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. During the visit, the CARE tool was used. The facility is licensed to serve Dementia residents, ages 60 and above, approved for two (2) non-ambulatory and four (4) ambulatory residents. Currently, there is no hospice resident in placement. The facility is a single-story house located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of five (5) bedrooms including three (3) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff room, one (1) room for family member; three (3) bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, and detached garage. Facility was toured, staff/residents files were reviewed. Residents medications were reviewed. No pools and bodies of water on the premises. All residents' bedrooms and bathrooms were inspected. The front and backyard are well maintained and there are no pools or large bodies of water. There is a shaded seating area for the residents located in the backyard. The common areas are clean and have the required furniture. The resident bathrooms have the required grabs bars and non-skid mat. The water temperature was tested and was measured within Title 22 Regulation guidelines. Resident bedrooms have the required furniture such as bed frames, dressers, lamps, and chairs. Bedrooms also have sufficient closet space. The kitchen was inspected. LPA observed that kitchen equipments are in working condition but the stove and refrigerator were dirty with oil stains all over. Kitchen cabinets also needed cleaning. LPA observed sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable foods. There is additional food in the refrigerators located in the garage. Adequate linen and personal hygiene supplies was observed. Auditory alarm devices to monitor exits were operable. Last fire drill was conducted on 12/07/24. Knives and sharps are locked in the kitchen and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are operable. Fire extinguisher observed in the dining room and fully charged. Continue 809C Laundry area was observed in the covered patio between the house and garage. Laundry detergents were observed locked next to the washer and dryer and in the garage. The outdoor activity area has a shaded patio with ample seating. Medication is centrally stored in a locked cabinet; resident and staff records are stored in a locked room and both inaccessible to residents. First Aid kit was fully stocked with current manual. LPA reviewed 3 resident records to confirm emergency contact is updated, physician's reports are on file, and admission agreements are complete. Two staff records were reviewed to confirm health screenings, training, and fingerprint clearances. LPA reviewed 3 residents' medications. Medications are documented properly and given as prescribed. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, the deficiency observed are documented on the attached 809D. Exit interview held. A copy of the report and appeal rights were provided to Adelaida Asuncion.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 31, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Mar 4, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nune Margaryan conducted an unannounced case management - annual continuation visit. LPA met with Adelaida Asuncion (Administrator) and explained the reason for the visit. The initial annual visit was conducted on 01/23/24. The facility is a single-story house located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of five (5) bedrooms including three (3) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff room, one (1) room for family member; three (3) bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, and detached garage. During the visit, the CARE tool was used, facility was toured, staff/residents files were reviewed. Residents medications were reviewed. No pools and bodies of water on the premises. All residents' bedrooms and bathrooms were inspected. Common areas were observed for the ability to safely serve the needs of the residents. Hot water temperature was tested in all bathrooms,and reading shows 100.4 degree F. Adequate linen and personal hygiene supplies was observed. Auditory alarm devices to monitor exits were operable. Last fire drill was conducted on 12/10/23. Sufficient supply of perishable and nonperishable foods is observed. There is additional food in the refrigerators located in the garage. Knives and sharps are locked in the kitchen and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are operable. Fire extinguisher observed in the dining room and fully charged. Laundry area was observed in the covered patio between the house and garage. Laundry detergents were observed unlocked next to the washer and dryer. The outdoor activity area has a shaded patio with ample seating. Medication is centrally stored in a locked cabinet; resident and staff records are stored in a locked room and both inaccessible to residents. First Aid kit was fully stocked with current manual. LPA reviewed 3 residents' medications. R1's Folic Acid 1 mg and Aspirin EC 81 MG were present at the facility / prescribed by the doctor, but not listed / recorded on the MAR. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, the deficiencies observed are documented on the attached 809D. Exit interview held. A copy of the report and appeal rights were provided to Adelaida Asuncion.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 4, 2024

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87303(e)(2) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 4, 2024

Water supplies and plumbing fixtures shall be maintined as follows: (2) Faucets used by residents for personal care such as shaving and grooming shall deliver hot water. Hot water temperature controls shall be maintained to automatically regulate the temperature of hot water used by residents to attain a temperature of not lee than 105 (degrees F (41 degree C) and not more than 120 degrees F (49 degree C). This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. In all bathrooms water temperature is at 100.4 degrees F, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 4, 2024

Plan of correction: Water temperature was adjusted at the time of visit.

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR87309(a) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 4, 2024

Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, firearms and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to clients shall be stored where inaccessible to clients. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Laundry detergents were observed unlocked next to washer and dryer, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 4, 2024

Plan of correction: Laundry detergents were locked at the time of visit.

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87465(a)(5) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 13, 2024

Incidental Medical and Dental Care. (a) A plan for incidental medical and dental care shall be developed by each facility... (5) The licensee shall assist residents with self-administered medications as needed. This requirement is not met as evidence by: Based on observation administrator did not ensure that R1's medications are listed in the MAR. R1's Folic Acid 1 mg and Aspirin EC 81 MG were present at the facility / prescribed by the doctor, but not listed / recorded on the MAR.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 4, 2024

Plan of correction: At the time of visit R1's medications added / recorded in the MAR. Licensee / administrator will ensure medication provided to the residents is recorded properly by staff on medication sheet. Licensee will conduct a medication in- service training and will provide a copy of the materials and the Sign in sheet before POC due date.

Jan 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nune Margaryan conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with the Administrator Rosemarie A Honrado and Licensee Adelaida Asuncion. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to serve Dementia residents, ages 60 and above, approved for two (2) non-ambulatory and four (4) ambulatory residents. Currently, there is no hospice resident in placement. During the visit, LPA toured the facility inside and outside, and reviewed 2 residents files. LPA requested and obtained a copies of residents files. The facility is a single-story house located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of five (5) bedrooms including three (3) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff room, one (1) room for family member; three (3) bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, and detached garage. Due to insufficient time and information during the visit at this time, LPA will return at a later time to complete annual inspection. Exit interview was conducted with Adelaida Asuncion and the copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 23, 2024
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

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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. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  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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