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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,400 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,400–$6,650
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitAugust 6, 2026CDSS inspection record
Bela Senior Care is a small care home in Riverside — 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.
Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 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 Bela Senior Care
Is Bela Senior Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Bela Senior Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Bela Senior Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is Bela Senior Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Bela Senior Care cost?
$5,400 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,400–$6,650. 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 21 small 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.
Among 31 other homes of a similar licensed size in Riverside that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,925 to $4,725 a month, and the middle figure is $4,000 (n = 31 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 Bela Senior 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 Bela Pro LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Doctors Hospital of Riverside is 2.1 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Bela Senior Care keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Bela Senior Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “BELA SENIOR CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #331881841. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Bela Pro LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
- 2 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 6, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 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 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 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. APPROVED FOR SIX(6) NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS, OF WHICH ONE(1) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #2. ROOM #1 IS FOR STAFF USE ONLY. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR (6) RESIDENTS.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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
$5,400a month to start
Likely $4,400–$6,650
From 21 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,400a month
Likely $4,400–$6,800
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$5,400likely $4,400–$6,650
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 21 small 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 (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 $4,400–$6,800
- $5,400
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,150–$9,850
- $7,400
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 21 small 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.
21 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,700–$5,000.
- 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.
Show the 21 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Allwise Residential Home 3Jurupa Valley · 2.3 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape Care HavenRiverside · 2.5 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape CottageRiverside · 2.6 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Skypark Assisted Living FacilityJurupa Valley · 2.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape Care Home RiversideRiverside · 2.6 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Joyful Hearts Senior CareRiverside · 2.7 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa AnneRiverside · 2.8 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Galleria View Villa IIRiverside · 3.1 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Arlington Heights Assisted Living and Memory CareRiverside · 3.2 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Gold Living Home CareRiverside · 3.2 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rosalina's Home CareRiverside · 3.6 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Park View Assisted LivingRiverside · 3.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Victoria Hills Assisted Living and Memory CareRiverside · 3.7 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Alicia Pines Residential CareRiverside · 3.7 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Partners N Care Senior ResidenceRiverside · 3.8 mi · Small home$3,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Victoria Garden Assisted LivingRiverside · 4.1 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- La Sierra Senior HomeRiverside · 4.3 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Emanuel Home CareRiverside · 4.6 mi · Small home$4,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rosemont VillaRiverside · 4.7 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Michael Andrew CenterRiverside · 4.7 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Live in Comfort CareRiverside · 4.9 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 5940 Kitty Hawk Dr, Riverside, CA 92504Address from the public record · September 27, 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 2026, the state has filed 2 documents for this home, and its records count 2 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated February 6, 2026.
- On file since
- 2026
- State visits
- 2
- Most recent visit
- August 6, 2026
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.
The last 36 months — 2 of 2 documents
Feb 6, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Ahliah Sharp and Armando Perez, and Department of Social Services Enforcement division attorney Mikyong Kwon, arrived for an announced visit to conduct a Pre-licensing inspection. LPAs met with Ruby Belarmino, Administrator, and Arnold Belarmino, House Manager. The facility has a capacity to house six (6) adults ages 60 and above. On October 31, 2025 Riverside City Fire Deportment granted for 5 non-ambulatory in which one may be bed ridden for a total capacity if 6. The facility is a one story, five (5) bedroom, two (2) bathroom home. There are four (4) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff bedroom, kitchen, living/dining area, laundry room, and a backyard. The facility does not contain any bodies of water or firearms or ammunition. LPAs toured the interior and exterior areas of the facility. The following were inspected: All bedrooms were observed to have the required bedding and furniture that includes night stands, dressers, chairs, lighting, and emergency lighting in hallway. The bathrooms were observed to be clean and in sanitary condition. The bathrooms have non-slip surfaces and grab bars. The kitchen was observed to have the required appliances and are functional. The counter tops were free of debris and in good repair. The knives and sharp objects are locked in a kitchen cabinet. Utensils and dishware are in good repair and ready for client use. The water temperature was measured by LPAs at 140, degrees F and licensee was advised they would need a hot temperature warning sign in both the bathrooms and the kitchen. There is adequate seating in the common areas. The facility will have files for both residents and staff in a locked closet door along with the medication. The facility will have medications locked in a pantry located in the kitchen. The facility will keep the detergents and cleaning chemicals locked in the laundry outside in the garage. An adequate supply of clean linens and hygienic supplies for the residents were readily available at the facility. There are two (2) charged fire extinguishers in the facility that were serviced 10/17/2025. Continued on LIC809-C.... LPAs observed operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms in the facility. LPAs observed required postings including the visitation policies, emergency/disaster plans, complaint procedures, and personal rights. The facility was equipped with a complete first aid kit. LPAs observed that the physical plant is clean, in good repair, and to be hazard-free during today’s visit. LPAs have determined that the facility met the operational requirements for licensure. The Pre-licensing inspection is complete. The facility has satisfied all requirements in accordance with Title 22 California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report was discussed and provided to Licensee/Administrator Ruby Belarminothe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 6, 2026
Jan 21, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Component II completion: Successful Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: INITIAL Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: Marcus Belarmino Member/ Ruby Belarmino Administrator Interview Method: Telephone interview On January 21, 2026, Applicant/Administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of the following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-Licensing Readiness 9. Pre-licensing Facility Grounds Inspection and Operational Readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 21, 2026
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?
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