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Bernie's Care Home Services
Small home·Licensed for 6·Stockton, California
- Care approvals on fileDementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 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)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitNovember 4, 2025CDSS inspection record
Bernie's Care Home Services is a small care home in Stockton — 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 2022. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory 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
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Quick answers about Bernie's Care Home Services
Is Bernie's Care Home Services licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Bernie's Care Home Services licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Bernie's Care Home Services been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 8 state visits over the same years.
Is Bernie's Care Home Services still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Bernie's Care Home Services 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 24 small homes and similar homes within 31 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 Bernie's Care Home Services 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 Bernie's Care Home Services LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
St. Joseph's Medical Center of Stockton is 5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Bernie's Care Home Services keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 3 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Bernie's Care Home Services license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “BERNIE'S CARE HOME SERVICES LLC”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #392701205. 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 Bernie's Care Home Services LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2022, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 8 state inspection visits since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 8 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is November 4, 2025, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 3 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. FIRE CLEARANCE APPROVE FOR FIVE (5) NON-AMBULATORIES AND ONE (1) BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #1. LICENSED IS SUBJECT TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR HOSPICE WAIVER FOR THREE (3) HOSPICE RESIDENTS. DEMENTIA AND BEDRIDDEN PLAN SUBMITTED.
935 - ELDERLY · 983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA · 985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 3 — 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
$4,550a month to start
Likely $3,700–$5,600
From 24 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 24 small homes and similar homes within 31 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 24 small homes and similar homes within 31 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
24 homes like this within 31 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,000–$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 24 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Oasis Guest HomeStockton · 3.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Chianti JoyStockton · 3.3 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026
- Briones Family HomecareStockton · 9.6 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Diamond CareFrench Camp · 11 mi · Mid-size home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · memory care private room · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
- Buttons Elderly CareOakley · 22 mi · Small home$2,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Star HomeRio Vista · 22 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Zannat Boarding CareAntioch · 25 mi · Small home$4,800Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sunshine Glory Care HomeWilton · 26 mi · Mid-size home$3,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Spring View Gardens Care HomeElk Grove · 26 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Comforts of Home GavirateElk Grove · 26 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- Friendship Care HomeAntioch · 26 mi · Mid-size home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Yellow OrchidElk Grove · 27 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Sterling EstatesAntioch · 27 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Graceful Living at ModestoModesto · 27 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Immaculate Care HomeElk Grove · 28 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Dutchollow Suites IModesto · 28 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Graceful Living at RiverbankRiverbank · 30 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Crossroads ManorRiverbank · 30 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Siebenthal Care HomeSacramento · 30 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Gene-Lyn Guest HomeSacramento · 30 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sisters Assisted LivingModesto · 30 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Safe Haven Central ValleyModesto · 31 mi · Small home$4,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Maria Teresa Home CareSacramento · 31 mi · Small home$2,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Stephen's HomeModesto · 31 mi · Small home$2,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 936 Royal Oaks Drive, Stockton, CA 95209Address 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 2022, the state has filed 8 documents for this home, and its records count 8 visits since 2022. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated November 4, 2025.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 8
- Most recent visit
- November 4, 2025
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 2022.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 8 documents
Nov 4, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kesha Lewis arrived at this facility unannounced to conduct a Required 1 Year Annual Inspection Visit. LPA was met by staff and administrator joined 10 minutes later. LPA explained the purpose of the visit to Administrator and staff. LPA and administrator inspected the physical plant including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, laundry area, living area and other common areas, as well as outside of the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. Facility is a 6 bed facility with a current census of 5. There is entry door is leading to the living room, kitchen with a hallway to the bedrooms and bathrooms. Chemicals and medications noted to be locked to residents in care. LPA also conducted the care tool. No bodies of water were observed at the facility. Hot water temperature was measured at 105 F degrees Fahrenheit in resident bathroom sink, which is within the required range of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. All necessary documents were in place. LPA observed the following posted on the facility wall: Facility license, sketch, See Something Say Something poster, Ombudsman poster, Theft and Loss Policy, Resident Bill of Rights, Rights of Resident/Family Councils. The facility submitted a LIC 808 mitigation plan, which was approved. The facility has central entry point. LPA observed the facility to have adequate food supply of 7 days non-perishables and 2 days perishables in place. Resident rooms were sanitary and had the required furniture and furnishings. LPA observed, fire extinguishers purchased on 11/04/2025 and current, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, central heating and air in the facility. The first aid kit was found in compliance. LPA reviewed two (2) staff files. All staff is fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility and staff have current First Aid or CPR certifications on file. Facility is conducting initial and continuing training as required. LPA reviewed three (3) resident facility files, COVID-19 Plan, and survey binder. All necessary documents were in place. Exit interview held with staff and copies of reports left at conclusion of visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 4, 2025
Nov 15, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kesha Lewis arrived at this facility unannounced to conduct a Required 1 Year Annual Inspection Visit. LPA was met by staff and licensee joined 40 minutes later. LPA explained the purpose of the visit to Administrator and staff. LPA and staff inspected the physical plant including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, laundry area, living area and other common areas, as well as outside of the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. Facility is a 6 bed facility with a current census of 4. There is entry door is leading to the living room, kitchen with a hallway to the bedrooms and bathrooms. Chemicals and medications noted to be locked to residents in care. LPA also conducted the care tool. No bodies of water were observed at the facility. Hot water temperature was measured at 120 F degrees Fahrenheit in resident bathroom sink, which is within the required range of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. All necessary documents were in place. LPA observed the following posted on the facility wall: Facility license, sketch, See Something Say Something poster, Ombudsman poster, Theft and Loss Policy, Resident Bill of Rights, Rights of Resident/Family Councils. The facility submitted a LIC 808 mitigation plan, which was approved. The facility has central entry point. LPA observed the facility to have adequate food supply of 7 days non-perishables and 2 days perishables in place. Resident rooms were sanitary and had the required furniture and furnishings. LPA observed, fire extinguishers inspected on 08/05/2024 and current, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, central heating and air in the facility. The first aid kit was found in compliance. LPA reviewed three (3) staff files. All staff is fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility and staff have current First Aid or CPR certifications on file. Facility is conducting initial and continuing training as required. LPA reviewed four (4) resident facility files, COVID-19 Plan, and survey binder. Citation is being issued based on todays visit. See LIC 809D page... Exit interview held with staff and copies of reports left at conclusion of visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 15, 2024
Jun 28, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kesha Lewis arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of conducting a case management visit following up on an email that was sent to LPA Lewis regarding a hospice waiver increase . LPA explained purpose of visit to the licensee. The facility was given a hospice increase on 06/09/2023 and 03/28/2024. The current hospice waiver is for four (4) residents. The facility has three (3) staff currently and has access to (3) additional staff that or on call if needed. LPA Lewis reviewed staff and resident files. LPA Lewis conducted a facility tour and observation. LPA conducted facility tour with licensee. LPA observed facility common areas, various resident rooms, kitchen area and hallways. Facility was observed to contain no foul odors. Fire extinguisher was full charged and dated 08-14-23. Room temperature was 76*F. Smoke alarms and carbon detectors are functioning properly. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22 no deficiencies were observed or cited during today's case management inspection. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was given.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 28, 2024
Oct 25, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kesha Lewis arrived at this facility unannounced to conduct a Required 1 Year Annual Inspection Visit. LPA was met by staff and administrator joined 20 minutes later. LPA explained the purpose of the visit to Administrator and staff. LPA and administrator inspected the physical plant including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, laundry area, living area and other common areas, as well as outside of the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. Facility is a 6 bed facility with a current census of 4. There is entry door is leading to the living room, kitchen with a hallway to the bedrooms and bathrooms. Chemicals and medications noted to be locked to residents in care. LPA also conducted the care tool. Hot water temperature was measured at 120 F degrees Fahrenheit in resident bathroom sink, which is within the required range of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. All necessary documents were in place. LPA observed the following posted on the facility wall: Facility license, sketch, See Something Say Something poster, Ombudsman poster, Theft and Loss Policy, Resident Bill of Rights, Rights of Resident/Family Councils. The facility submitted a LIC 808 mitigation plan, which was approved. The facility has central entry point. LPA observed the facility to have adequate food supply of 7 days non-perishables and 2 days perishables in place. Resident rooms were sanitary and had the required furniture and furnishings. LPA observed, fire extinguishers inspected on 08/14/2023 and current, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, central heating and air in the facility. The first aid kit was found in compliance containing at least the following: a current edition of a first aid manual approved by the American Red Cross, the American Medical Association or a state or federal health agency, sterile first aid dressings, bandages or roller bandages, adhesive tape, scissors, tweezers, thermometers, and Antiseptic solution. LPA reviewed two (2) staff files. All staff is fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility and staff have current First Aid or CPR certifications on file. Facility is conducting initial and continuing training as required. LPA reviewed two (2) resident facility files, COVID-19 Plan, and survey binder. The following deficiencies were observed (see LIC 9099D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code. Exit interview conducted and appeal rights provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 25, 2023
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?
- Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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