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Benicia Guest Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Benicia, California

Licensed since 2024Licence #486804268
(925) 278-0086From the state roster · September 27, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,900 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,050
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitSeptember 3, 2026CDSS inspection record

Benicia Guest Home is a small care home in Benicia — 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 2024. Bedridden care is not on file.

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 Benicia Guest Home

Is Benicia Guest Home licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed/Pending Increase,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

How many residents is Benicia Guest Home licensed for?

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

Has Benicia Guest Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is Benicia Guest Home still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.

What does Benicia Guest Home cost?

$4,900 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,050–$6,050. 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 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 5 other homes of a similar licensed size across Solano County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,721 to $5,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,550 (n = 5 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 Benicia Guest 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 Alexis Lago, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Contra Costa Regional Medical Center is 3.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Benicia Guest Home keep a resident on hospice?

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

Benicia Guest Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “BENICIA GUEST HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #486804268. The state lists this license as “Licensed/Pending Increase,” 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 Alexis Lago, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is September 3, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

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 6 NON-AMBULATORY CLIENTS. WAIVER GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR 2.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — 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

$4,900a month to start

Likely $4,050–$6,050

From 14 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,900a month

Likely $4,050–$6,200

With a shared room and basic help.

An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$4,900likely $4,050–$6,050

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 14 small 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 $4,050–$6,200
$4,900
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,700–$9,300
$6,900
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 14 small 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.

14 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,300–$7,000.

  • 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

  • 234 Military East, Benicia, CA 94510Address 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 2024, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated September 3, 2026.

On file since
2024
State visits
4
Most recent visit
September 3, 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. Counts cover this licence since 2024.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202611020251102024220

The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20261 state visit · 1 document
Sep 3, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

09/03/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Loera conducted an unannounced Annual inspection visit for this facility. There are currently three residents in care. Facility has an approved fire clearance for three non-ambulatory and approved hospice waiver for two residents. There are currently two residents on hospice. Facility has recently completed construction to add another bedroom and is pending fire clearance approval for an increased capacity. LPA was greeted by Administrator, Michelle Lago. Licensee Alex Lago arrived shortly after. LPA and Licensee toured the building and grounds. The facility was found to be at a comfortable temperature. LPA observed a 2 day supply of perishable and 7 day supply of non-perishable food. All rooms were furnished and in good repair. Extra hygiene products and linens were available. Water temperature in sinks accessible to residents in care were measured at 120.0 and 123.1 degrees F, LPA advised Licensee to turn down the water heater to ensure water temperature is at the appropriate temperature per regulation, 105 to 120 degrees F. Fire extinguishers tag show they were last inspected July 2024 (Technical Assistance). LPA and Licensee discussed the importance of having fire extinguishers being inspected yearly. Licensee stated they will get the fire extinguisher inspected later this evening. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors located throughout the facility were tested and operational. Toxins and knives were located in a designated closet and found to be secured. Medications were found to be centrally stored. LPA conducted spot medication count and found all prescription medication to be properly recorded on the Centrally Stored Medication Record. LPA conducted a review of three resident records. LPA found resident (R1) care plan to not be updated (Technical Violation). LPA conducted review of 3 staff records/training. Upon a review of staff records, LPA found all staff to have required training as well as current 1st Aid & CPR certification on file, however staff (S1) 1st Aid & CPR had just recently expired. continued on LIC809C LPA obtained a copy of LIC308 and LIC500 during visit. No deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Updated copies of the following documents were requested and are to be submitted to Community Care Licensing (CCL) by 10/02/2026: LIC9020- Register of Facility Clients/Residents Updated Certification of Liability Insurance Copy of report was provided to Licensee along with LIC811 Confidential Names.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 3, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Aug 19, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

08/19/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Loera conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr. inspection visit for this facility. There are currently 3 residents in care. Facility approved/cleared for three non-ambulatory. Hospice waiver approved for two. LPA and Licensee toured the building and grounds. The facility was found to be at a comfortable temperature. LPA observed a 2 day supply of perishable and 7 day supply of non-perishable food. Refrigerated food was found to be stored in a safe manner being labeled and dated. All rooms were furnished per regulation. Extra hygiene products and linens were available. Water temperature in sinks accessible to residents in care were measured at 118.2 which is within the range of 105 to 120 degrees F. Fire extinguishers were last inspected July 2024. Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors located throughout the facility were tested and operational. Toxins and sharps were located in the a designated closet and found to be secured. Medications were found to be centrally stored. LPA conducted spot medication count and found all prescription medication to be properly recorded on the Centrally Stored Medication Record. Facility conducts quarterly fire/disaster drills with the last one being conducted April 2025. LPA conducted a review of 3 resident records. LPA observed 3 out of 3 resident files to have missing needs and service plan, per conversation with licensee, they will get a need and service plan for all residents. LPA conducted review of 3 staff records/training. Upon a review of staff records, LPA found all staff to have required annual and initial training as well as current 1st Aid & CPR certification on file. continued on LIC809C No deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL by 09/19/2025: LIC500- Personnel Report LIC308- Designation of Responsibility Emergency Disaster Plan (review, update if needed) Exit interview conducted with Licensee and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 19, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Oct 21, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Araceli Canela arrived unannounced to conduct a Pre-Licensing Inspection and met with Applicant/Administrator, Alex Lago. Home has an approved waiver for 2 Hospice residents. This home is a one story residence with three resident bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen area and the garage. Resident rooms have the required furnishings in resident bedrooms. Bathroom showers have non-skid shower floors/mats and grab bars. Water temperature in bathrooms is within regulation of 105 & 120 degrees F. Home has sufficient items used for cooking and eating. Cleaning supplies and sharps are locked in kitchen closet. Personnel records, resident records and medications are stored in locked cabinet. Auditory alarms on doors were operational. Home received an approved fire clearance dated July 29, 2024, that allows for 3 non-ambulatory residents. Carbon monoxide and smoke alarms are operational. Fire extinguisher is charged and service 7/29/2024. Required postings were observed. Administrator certificate for Alex Lago 7071006740 exp 7/18/2026. LPA went over a lower section of the property that has a separate unit, with its own entrance at the lower level and separate from home. Requirements for fingerprint clearance and association to the home. Applicant to submit copy of Liability Insurance to Centralized Applications Bureau Analyst or LPA Canela. Applicant has satisfied all requirements in accordance with Title 22, California Code of Regulation. Component III was conducted today, with Applicant, Alex Lago and Michelle Lago. Pre-Licensing is complete. No citations issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 21, 2024
Oct 7, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 3 Census (if any clients in care): N/A COMP II Participants: licensee/administrator Alexis Lago Interview Method: Telephone interview On 10/7/2024, 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 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 readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 7, 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

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  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?
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