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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,550 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,700–$5,600
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit5 of 6 beds occupiedAugust 2, 2022 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitAugust 29, 2026CDSS inspection record
At Haven Home is a small care home in Merced — 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 At Haven Home
Is At Haven Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is At Haven Home licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has At Haven Home been cited?
0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 11 state visits over the same years.
Is At Haven Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does At Haven Home cost?
$4,550 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,700–$5,600. 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 14 small homes and similar homes within 40 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.
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 At Haven Home 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 R&J Business Resources, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to R & J Business Resources, LLC — at least 2 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Mercy Medical Center is 0.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can At Haven Home keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
At Haven Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “AT HAVEN HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #247208959. 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 R&J Business Resources, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 11 state inspection visits since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation on file since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 11 state visits in that period.
- 2 complaints and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 29, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 3 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 residents
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 3 residents
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. APPROVED FOR 3 NON-AMBULATORY, AND 3 BEDRIDDEN RESIDENTS. APPROVED HOSPICE WAVER FOR 4
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — 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
$4,550a month to start
Likely $3,700–$5,600
From 14 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,550a month
Likely $3,700–$5,800
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
Starting monthly rate$4,550likely $3,700–$5,600
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 14 small homes and similar homes within 40 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 $3,700–$5,800
- $4,550
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,350–$8,900
- $6,550
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.
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 14 small homes and similar homes within 40 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.
14 homes like this within 40 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,850–$4,950.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Show the 14 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Kazlin Infinite CareMerced · 1.1 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Integrated Health CareMerced · 1.4 mi · Small home$3,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Trinity Valley CareTurlock · 23 mi · Mid-size home$3,650Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Lifespring Senior Campus, A Wellness CommunityTurlock · 23 mi · Mid-size home$1,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Anaya Elder CareLos Banos · 27 mi · Small home$3,900Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Malonzo EldercareModesto · 35 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Safe Haven Central ValleyModesto · 36 mi · Small home$4,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Astoria at OakdaleOakdale · 36 mi · Mid-size home$2,150Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Stephen's HomeModesto · 37 mi · Small home$2,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Crossroads ManorRiverbank · 37 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Graceful Living at RiverbankRiverbank · 37 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Sisters Assisted LivingModesto · 37 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Patterson CarehomePatterson · 38 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Dutchollow Suites IModesto · 39 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 644 Dartmouth Court, Merced, CA 95348Address 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 11 documents for this home, and its records count 11 visits since 2019. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated August 29, 2026.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 11
- Most recent visit
- August 29, 2026
- Occupied · August 2, 2022 visit
- 5 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 2 complaint reports the state published for this home, dated October 19, 2021 to August 2, 2022. 2 of the 2 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (1), “Unfounded” (1). 2 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 2 complaint reports 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 citations1typical 0
- Substantiated allegations1typical 0
- Total complaints2typical 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
The last 36 months — 4 of 11 documents
Aug 29, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation
On 08/29/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M Vega arrived unannounced to conduct Required Annual Inspection. LPA was granted entry to facility. Administrator (AD) Jasmin Burns was notified and arrived a few minutes later. LPA conducted facility tour inside and out with Administrator. Residents observed at the facility after lunch time. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature of 75 degrees, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards observed. Fire extinguisher was observed with a service date of 06/24/2026 Last fire drill recorded in 08/28/2026. Dining area and Kitchen were toured. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed to be properly stored in freezer, refrigerator, and pantry. Food is delivered once a week. The census during the visit is three assisted living residents, three out of three residents on hospice. LPA toured resident bedrooms. Residents' rooms were toured and observed adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lighting. LPA observed securely fastened grab bar and non-skid mat in shower area. Medications were stored in a locked medication cart in the hallway. The first Aid Kit was observed with all required items. LPA toured the laundry room and observed chemicals were stored and locked in for staff use only. The facility courtyard was toured and observed to be free from debris. There was outdoor seating available for the residents. LPA reviewed facility Plan of Operation, Infection Control Plan, Emergency Disaster Plan and number of staff and residents’ files requested and reviewed during the inspection visit. Exit interview conducted, No deficiencies Cited during this visit. Report provided to administrator for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 29, 2026
Aug 5, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 08/05/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V Gorban arrived unannounced to conduct Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with staff Esperanza Nishihama. Administrator (AD) Jasmin Burns was notified, and arrived shortly. LPA conducted facility tour inside and out of facility with staff. Residents observed at the facility after breakfast time. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature of 75 degrees, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards observed. Fire extinguisher was observed with a service date of 05/01/2025 Last fire drill recorded in April 2025 Dining area and Kitchen were toured. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed to be properly stored in freezer, refrigerator, and pantry. Food is delivered once a week. The facility is comprised of three The census during the visit is 6 assisted living residents, five out of six residents on hospice. LPA toured resident bedrooms. Residents' rooms were toured and observed adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lighting. Hot water temperature tested at 112 degrees F. LPA observed securely fastened grab bar and non-skid mat in shower area. Medications were stored in a locked medication cart in the hallway. The first Aid Kit was observed with all required items. LPA toured the laundry room and observed chemicals were stored and locked in for staff use only. The facility courtyard was toured and observed to be free from debris. There was outdoor seating available for the residents. LPA reviewed facility Plan of Operation, Infection Control Plan, Emergency Disaster Plan and number of staff and residents’ files requested and reviewed during the inspection visit. Exit interview conducted, cited deficiencies attached on LIC9099 and discussed with administrator. Report provided to administrator for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 5, 2025
Sep 25, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Incident
On 09/25/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V Gorban arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a case management inspection. LPA met with Administrator and announced the purpose of the inspection. During this visit LPA toured the facility inside and out to conduct residents safety check. The purpose of the visit was to follow-up on an incident which occurred on 9/18/2024. On 9/18/2024, Resident (R1) is a dementia resident, was found on the floor in her room. This incident was documented and reported to Regional Office, responsible party for R1 was notified. Due to violation of Title 22 regulation deficiency is cited on attached LIC809- D During this visit LPA requested facility files for review. Exit interview conducted, report signed and copy of this report with appeal rights provided to administrator for facility records. fathe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 25, 2024
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87705(b) · Plan of correction due date: Sep 28, 2024
87705 Care of Persons with Dementia. (b) In addition to the requirements as specified in Section 87208, Plan of Operation, the plan of operation shall address the needs of residents with dementia. This requirement was not observed as evidensed by: Based on interrviewes and record reviews facility staff failed to follow title 22 regulation resulted in dementia resident unassisted falling ans breaking her pelvis. Resident was taking the following day to the hospital were was diagnosed with broken pelvis, which poses health and safety risc to persons in carethe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 25, 2024
Plan of correction: The administrator will provide staff apropriate dementia training, completed physician report and a complete a preventative measure for resident safety and supervision for dementia residents to LPA by POC due date
Aug 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 08/23/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V. Gorban arrived unannounced at the above facility to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was granted entry to the facility. LPA toured the facility with care giver Juliana Ruiz. Administrator Jasmin Burns, certification number 6050729740 and expiration date 02/03/2025 was notified of Licensing visit and was able to attend it. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, of 75 degrees F. Facility is free of debris, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed. Common areas were properly furnished and well-lit throughout. During the visit the facility residents were out at day program. Department phone number and infection prevention information signs were posted thought the facility. Inspecting kitchen LPA observed the required 7-day supply of non-perishable food and 2- day supply of fresh perishables to be properly stored. An emergency disaster supply was observed. A fire extinguisher was observed with service date of 04/18/2024. Private residents’ bedroom observed to be at comfortable temperatures. The bathroom’s water temperature was tested and recorded reading of 109 degrees F. Medications records storage observed to be locked in a cabinet in a hallway. Cleaning supplies were observed to be in a locked cabinet in the storage it the laundry room. An outdoor seating area was observed operational for residents in care. LPA reviewed staff and residents’ files. No deficiencies were observed and cited during this visit. Exit interview conducted. A report was signed, and a copy of this report was provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 23, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.
The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.
Before you call
Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Merced County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
A Golden Care
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$4,550 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Pacifica Senior Living Merced
Merced · Large community · 0.9 mi away
$4,200 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Merced Senior Care
Merced · Small home · 0.9 mi away
$5,000 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Kazlin Infinite Care
Merced · Small home · 1.1 mi away
$3,000 a month to start · Listed by the home
Integrated Health Care
Merced · Small home · 1.4 mi away
$3,700 a month to start · Listed by the home
Park Merced
Merced · Large community · 1.4 mi away
$2,895 a month to start · Listed by the home