Small home · Licensed for 6 · Union City

Begonia Residential Care Home

34814 Begonia Street, Union City, CA 94587Licensed since 2008

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$3,650 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $2,950–$4,500 See costs

No openings reported

Approved by the state: Wheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · October 27, 2026
Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

Wheelchairup to 6 residents
Hospiceup to 2 residents

Not on file: dementia and bedridden approvals.

Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 27, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording

AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. LICENSE IS SUBJECT TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF HOSPICE WAIVER FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 27, 2026

As needs change

Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 27, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Begonia Residential Care Home: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines 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

$3,650a month to start

Likely $2,950–$4,500

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

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$3,650likely 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$3,650likely $2,950–$4,500
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 5 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 (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
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 $2,950–$4,700: $3,650
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,550–$8,000: $6,150

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 homes8 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,500 to $6,245

8 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,500–$4,500.

Ageway Boarding Care #3Union City · 0.9 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Common DestinyFremont · 1.0 mi · Small home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
La Concepcion Residential Care HomeFremont · 1.1 mi · Small home
$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Mt. Zion Home for the ElderlyUnion City · 1.9 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Footprint Care HomeFremont · 1.9 mi · Small home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Brookdale North FremontFremont · 2.0 mi · Mid-size home
$6,245Listed on its own website · seen October 27, 2026
Galicia's Tulip Care Home #2Hayward · 4.2 mi · Small home
$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Beloved Home RetreatFremont · 4.9 mi · Small home
$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026

How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 5 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

Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.

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Where it is

34814 Begonia Street, Union City, CA 94587Address from the public record · October 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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Washington HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list2.7 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 27, 2026 · License #15601313 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

Feb 23, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

At approximately 9:30AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Nguyen arrived unannounced to conduct a Required 1 Year annual inspection and met with Staff Members, Lutgarda Marquez, Caregivers and explained the purpose of the visit. Jovita Bollisos, Administrator arrived at approximately 9:45AM. LPA conducted a tour of the facility and observed the following: the facility consists of 4 bedrooms 3 bedrooms are occupied by residents and 1 is occupied by staff and 2 shared bathrooms. Bathrooms were equipped with necessary grab bars, and non-slip floors/mats were present. There is a sufficient supply of hygiene products, paper products, and linens available for residents use. LPA reviewed 6 Residents records. LPA reviewed 3 staff files. Administrator's Certificate (6011284740) was current with an expiration date of 10/26/26. Continued on LIC809C. Facility's fire extinguishers were observed to be full. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. Hot water temperatures for all sinks in facility were within Title 22 regulations of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility has a surety bond effective 6/1/24 to 6/1/27 and Liability Insurance effective 7/07/25 to 7/7/26. Deficiencies observed by LPA during tour: · At 10:30AM LPA observed molded fruit in the plastic bag in the refrigerator. · At 10:35AM LPA observed unlocked medication inside RM 1. . At 10:40AM LPA observed staff using RM1 closet to store their personal belongings. · At 10:45AM LPA observed unlocked chemical cleaning in the bathroom cabinet and backyard. . At 11:30AM LPA observed staff files are incomplete during files review. Deficiencies are cited from the California Code of Regulations (CCRs), and/or the Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 23, 2026

20251 state visit · 2 documents

Feb 20, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

At approximately 10:00AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Nguyen arrived unannounced to conduct a Required 1 Year annual inspection and met with Staff Members, Ellen Salazar, Caregivers and explained the purpose of the visit. Jovita Bollisos, Administrator arrived at approximately 10:30AM. LPA conducted a tour of the facility and observed the following: the facility consists of 4 bedroom and 2 bathrooms. Bathrooms were equipped with necessary grab bars, and non-slip floors/mats were present. There is a sufficient supply of hygiene products, paper products, and linens available for clients use. LPA reviewed 6 Clients records, which were all complete. LPA reviewed a sample of staff records. LPA reviewed 5 staff files. Staff files were complete. Administrator's Certificate# (6011284740) was current with an expiration date of 10/26/26. Facility's fire extinguishers were last inspected 7/15/2024. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. Hot water temperatures for all sinks in facility were within Title 22 regulations of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility have a surety bond effective 6/1/24 to 6/1/27. Continued on LIC809C. Continued on LIC809C. Deficiencies observed by LPA during tour: · At 12:30PM LPA observed 3 knives, and 1 scissors unlocked located in the kitchen. · At 12:55PM LPA observed open packages of ham, cheese, Ect, and vegetables that are dried inside the refrigerator. · At 1:00PM LPA observed mouse or rat droppings underneath the sink cabinet. · At 1:10PM LPA observed prescribe medication unlocked in the refrigerator, kitchen cabinet, and bathroom. · At 1:25PM LPA observed emergency exit is being blocked in resident room. · At 1:35PM LPA observed unlocked and located, Lysol wipes in the kitchen area, and bleach underneath the sink. Deficiencies are cited from the California Code of Regulations (CCRs), and/or the Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment. Exit interview conducted. A copy this report and appeal rights provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 20, 2025

Feb 20, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - DeficienciesDeficiency page: Type B

Type of visit: Case Management - Deficiencies

During an annual on 2/20/2025 at 10:40 a.m., LPA, K. Nguyen reviewed S1 file and observed current First Aid/CPR and fingerprint clearance but are not associated to the facility. LPA check with guardian and verfied that S1 is not associated to the facility. The deficiency was observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 and/or Health and Safety Code Failure to correct deficiency by POC date may result in additional Civil Penalties. *An immediate $100.00 civil penalty will be assessed on today's date for reported violation within 12month. * Exit interview conducted. A copy of the LIC421FC, this report and appeal rights provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 20, 2025

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87355(c) · Plan of correction due date: Feb 27, 2025

87355 Criminal Record Clearance (c) A licensee or applicant for a license may request a transfer of a criminal record clearance from one state licensed facility to another, or from Trust Line to a state licensed facility by providing the following documents to the Department: Base on files reviewed, and interview S1 file and observed current First Aid/CPR and fingerprint clearance but are not associated to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 20, 2025

Plan of correction: Administrator agree to associate S1 to the faciliyt and submit proof to CCLD by POC date.

20241 state visit · 1 document

Feb 14, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

At approximately 9:45AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Carol Fowler and Tonica Syess-Gibson arrived unannounced to conduct a Required 1 Year annual inspection and met with Staff Members, Delia Martinez, Caregivers. Maria Janice Vizcarra, acting Administrator arrived at approximately 11:05AM. LPA conducted a tour of the facility and observed the following: the facility was clean and at a comfortable temperature with all exits free from obstruction. Bathrooms were equipped with necessary grab bars, and non-slip floors/mats were present. There is a sufficient supply of hygiene products, paper products, and linens available for resident use. Medication was centrally stored and secure. LPA reviewed 4 of 6 resident records, which were all complete. LPA reviewed a sample of staff records. LPA reviewed 3 staff files. Staff files were complete. Administrator's Certificate# (6011284740) was current with an expiration date of 10/26/2024 The facility conducted fire and evacuation drill on 1/21/2024. Facility's fire extinguishers were last inspected 12/13/2023. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. The amount of fresh and non-perishable foods are within regulation. Hot water temperatures for all sinks in facility were within Title 22 regulations of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Continued on LIC809C. Continued from LIC809 LPAs requested the following documents to update facility file: · Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC 308) · Control of Property · Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610D) · Updated Liability Insurance Facility Documents to be submitted to Community Care Licensing (CCL) by due date of Friday, 02/21/2024. Deficiencies observed by LPA during tour: At 10:00AM LPAs observed 3 scissors unlocked located in the kitchen. At 10:49AM LPAs observed glade in bedroom #2. At 10:50AM LPAs observed unlocked scissors in china cabinet, first-aid cabinet unlocked. At 10:55AM LPAs observed unlocked located in the garage All and Gain laundry detergent, Lysol wipes. At 11:06AM LPAs observed unlocked storage unit with paint, drill, bundo, weed eater, wood planks and ladder in the backyard. Deficiencies are cited from the California Code of Regulations (CCRs), and/or the Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report, LIC-809 & 809C, LIC-809D (Deficiency Page), Plan of Corrections, and Appeal Rights discussed and provided to staff.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 14, 2024

The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 2 documents

20231 state visit · 1 document

Feb 3, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 2/3/2023 at 9:40 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) P. Watson arrived unannounced to conduct an annual Infection Control Inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Jovita Bolloso and explained the purpose of the visit. During the Infection Control Inspection, LPA toured facility with Jovita including but not limited to front entrance, hand washing stations, bedrooms, common areas, kitchen, and backyard. Facility has a sufficient two day perishable and one week non-perishable food supply. Visitors policy is posted on the front entrance. There is one central entry point for universal screening for staff, residents, and visitors. A sign-in policy, thermometer and hand sanitizer were observed at screening station. Cough/sneeze etiquette, social distancing and hand washing posters were observed. Common touched surfaces are disinfected at least once daily. Bathrooms are equipped with liquid soap, paper towel and trash bins with touchless lids. Facility staff were observed to be wearing proper PPE. Facility has a 30 day supply of PPEs maintained at central location and easily accessible for staff. Facility has a mitigation plan and maintains record of routine screening for residents and staff. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed and maintained. First Aid kit was complete. Fire extinguisher was observed serviced. LPA observed facility passages inside and out free of obstruction. Continue to 809 C The following deficiency was observed during inspection: -At 11:05 AM LPA observed hot water in the shared bathroom measure at 148 degrees F. The following deficiency was observed (see LIC809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct deficiencies may result in Civil Penalties. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided along with Appeal rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 3, 2023

20221 state visit · 1 document

Apr 21, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 4/21/2022 at 3:05PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Hall arrived unannounced to conduct an Infection Control Inspection. LPA met with Jovita Bolloso, Administrator explained the purpose of the visit. Upon entry, LPA's temperature was checked. LPA observed screening station that contained hand sanitizer, masks and COVID signage. LPA toured facility including but not limited to common areas, bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchen, garage and backyard. LPA observed cough etiquette and physical distancing posted in the common areas. All hand washing stations were equipped with soap and paper towel. Hot water temperature in the shared clients’ bathroom was measured at 142.2 degree Fahrenheit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 4/1/2022. During record review, LPA observed facility has a copy of Mitigation Plan on file. LPA observed PPE, food, and paper supplies are sufficient. The following forms are to be updated and submitted to CCLD by 4/28/2022: -LIC500 Personnel Report -LIC308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility Continued on LIC9099C Continued from LIC9099. -LIC610E Emergency Disaster Plan -An updated copy of Administrator certificate The following deficiencies were observed: -At 3:15PM, LPA observed Staff 2 (S2) was not associated to the facility. -At 3;20PM, LPA observed unlocked drawer near stove in kitchen containing knives. -At 3:25PM, LPA observed hot water in shared bathroom measure at 142.2 degrees F. -At 3:33PM, LPA observed unlocked staff room that contained scissors, vitamins, and Gain detergent pods accessible. An immediate civil penalty of $100 was assessed. The following deficiencies were observed (see LIC809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct deficiencies may result in Civil Penalties. Exit interview conducted. Appeal Rights and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 21, 2022

The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

License holder

Bolloso, Jovita, licensed since 2008.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2008, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 6
Total complaints: 0
Substantiated allegations: 0
Type A citations: 0
Type B citations: 0

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2008, 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 home	Typical
Type A citations	0	0
Type B citations	0	0
Substantiated allegations	0	0
Total complaints	0	0

“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.

What the state’s words mean

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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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 stand in their place.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Quick answers about Begonia Residential Care Home

Is Begonia Residential Care Home licensed?

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

How many residents is Begonia Residential Care Home licensed for?

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

Has Begonia Residential Care Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2008, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Begonia Residential Care Home still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 12, 2026.

What does Begonia Residential Care Home cost?

$3,650 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $2,950–$4,500. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Among 34 other homes of a similar licensed size across Alameda County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 34 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date between September and October 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 Begonia Residential Care Home 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 Bolloso, Jovita, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Washington Hospital is 2.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Begonia Residential Care Home keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.