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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,100 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,200–$6,300
- 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 17, 2025CDSS inspection record
Br Care is a small care home in Brentwood — 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.
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 Br Care
Is Br Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Br Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Br Care 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 Br Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Br Care cost?
$5,100 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,200–$6,300. 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 23 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 33 other homes of a similar licensed size across Contra Costa County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $5,825 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 33 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 Br 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 Demartini Holdings LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Can Br Care keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Br Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “BR CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #79201387. 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 Demartini Holdings LLC, 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 17, 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-ambulatoryApproved by the state
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 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 APPROVED FOR SIX(6) AMBULATORIESWHERE FIVE (5) CAN BE NON-AMBULATORY IN ROOM #2 THROUGH #6 AND ONLY ONE (1) CAN BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #1. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR FOUR (4) RESIDENTS. DEMENTIA AND BEDRIDDEN PLAN SUBMITTED.
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 4 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 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
$5,100a month to start
Likely $4,200–$6,300
From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,100a month
Likely $4,200–$6,450
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$5,100likely $4,200–$6,300
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 23 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 $4,200–$6,450
- $5,100
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,900–$9,550
- $7,100
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 23 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 23 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
- Buttons Elderly CareOakley · 7.3 mi · Small home$2,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Zannat Boarding CareAntioch · 8.7 mi · Small home$4,800Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sterling EstatesAntioch · 11 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Friendship Care HomeAntioch · 11 mi · Mid-size home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Hrs Care HomeLivermore · 16 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Star HomeRio Vista · 18 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Diamond CareFrench Camp · 18 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.
- Milan Villa Senior LivingLivermore · 19 mi · Mid-size home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Tuscany Villa Senior LivingLivermore · 19 mi · Mid-size home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Oasis Guest HomeStockton · 21 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Chianti JoyStockton · 21 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026
- Old Oak Golden VillaLivermore · 21 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Emerald Care Home IIConcord · 21 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Camellia Garden Care VillaWalnut Creek · 21 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape Assisted LivingConcord · 21 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Briones Family HomecareStockton · 21 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Brookdale DanvilleDanville · 22 mi · Mid-size home$10,995Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Penny's Guest Home BillingsConcord · 22 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Penny's Guest HomeSan Ramon · 22 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Karo Mina Care HomeSan Ramon · 22 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Valle Verde Care Home IIDublin · 22 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- New Alamo Residence HomeAlamo · 22 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Buttercup Care HomeConcord · 22 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Welcome Home Senior Residence (Concord 2)Concord · 22 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 2830 Hawthorn Ct, Brentwood, CA 94513Address 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 17, 2025.
- On file since
- 2024
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- September 17, 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 2024.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents
Sep 17, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 09/17/2025 at 12:20PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) T. Syess-Gibson arrived unannounced to conduct Required 1 Year Annual inspection. LPA met with Natividad Masiddo, Caregiver and explained the purpose of the visit. Administrator, Jamie Bernardino-Ruiz arrived at 12:42PM. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for five (5) non-ambulatory and one (1) bedridden resident. LPA toured facility with Jamie including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. The facility consists of ten (10) bedrooms, four (4) bathrooms with three (3) bedrooms occupied by staff. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 73 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms is adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 120.4 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. There is a minimum of 7-day supply of nonperishable and 2 days of perishable foods. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced 08/26/2025. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Fire drill last conducted on 07/28/2025. Emergency disaster plan last updated 09/25/2024. Continues on LIC809C Continued from LIC809. Five (5) staff records were reviewed; all five (5) staff were associate. LPA also reviewed all five (5) resident records, and they were complete. LPA requested the following documents to be submitted to CCLD by 09/24/2025. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility LIC 309 Administrative Organization LIC 500 Personnel Report LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan (last page) Liability Insurance Updated Facility Sketch LPA observed no deficiencies during visit. Exit interview conducted a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 17, 2025
Oct 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Post Licensing
On 10/23/2024 1:50PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) T.Syess-Gibson conducted an unannounced Post Licensing inspection and met with Administrators (ADMs). LPA explained the purpose of the visit with ADMs. Administrator 1, holds a current certificate (#7035384740), which expires on 10/04/2025. Administrator 2, holds a current certificate (#6037285740), which expires on 10/04/2025. LPA observed one male resident with his wife in the living room watching TV and another male in his room watching TV. At 2:10PM, LPA inspected including, but not limited to, living room, kitchen, dining area, bathrooms, bedrooms, laundry area, activity room and outside areas. There were no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility has ten (10) bedrooms and four (4) bathrooms. Three bedrooms and one bathroom is designated for staff use only. Ample supply of toiletries and linens are available. Sufficient lighting and furniture throughout facility. 2 day perishable and 7 day non perishable food supply are available. Facility's inside temperature is maintained at 72 degrees, F. At 2:26PM, LPA observed Hot water temperature in resident's bathroom was measured at 111.7 degrees, F. Medications, toxins and sharps observed stored locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed operational. Emergency Disaster Plan dated 09/25/2024 was near required posters and were centrally posted. Exits and passageways are free of obstruction. Disaster drills are conducted every three months. Continued on next page, LIC809-C Continue from LIC809 At 2:41 PM LPA reviewed two (2) residents and four (4) staff files, medication and medication logs. Staff were fingerprint cleared and associated to facility. Resident file contain Admission agreement, Pre-placement appraisal, ID/Emergency information, Personal Rights, Physician's report, Safeguard of property & valuables. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL by 10/25/2024: · LIC 500- Personnel Report · LIC 308- Designation of Facility Responsibility · LIC 610E- Emergency/Disaster Plan (9 pages) · Evidence of Liability Insurance No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided to Jamie Ruiz.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2024
Sep 26, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 09/26/2024 at 11:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) T.Syess-Gibson conducted an announced pre-licensing visit and met with applicant Jamie Bernardino-Ruiz, Administrator. LPA explained the purpose of the visit with Administrator. The facility has an approved fire safety clearance for total capacity of six (6) residents, five(5) non ambulatory and one (1) bedridden residents. LPA inspected the facility inside and out including but not limited to the bedrooms, bathrooms, common living areas, kitchen, garage, back yard. The facility has ten (10) bedrooms and four (4) bathrooms. Four (4) bedrooms available for staff. There is sufficient lighting around the facility. LPA observed all six (6) residents' rooms equipped with hospital beds without bed rails, each bed had clean linen, including blankets, bedspreads, top bed sheets, bottom bed sheets, pillow cases and mattress pads. All rooms have proper lighting. LPA observed Bathrooms showers/tubs were equipped with grab bars, non-skid mats and hygiene supplies were observed inside cabinet. LPA observed television in the common area and board games for activities. Communal dining room is equipped with sufficient tables and chairs for the residents. All toxins and sharp objects were locked inside the laundry and kitchen areas. Passageways and hallways were free of obstruction. Fire extinguishers were last purchased on 05/15/2024. Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors were operational. Medication cabinet was locked, and first aid kit was complete. All exit doors in the facility are equipped with auditory signals. Hot water temperature is measured at 116.8 degrees F. Emergency Disaster plans are complete and easily accessible to staff. Comfortable temperature was observed at 74 degrees F. Continue on LIC809C Continue from LIC809 No issues noted during this pre-licensing inspection. Component III was conducted with Jamie Bernardino-Ruiz on pre-licensing visit dated 09/26/2024. The applicant was reminded of the statute that requires CCL to be notified within 5 business days of admitting their first resident. This notification may be done by phone, by mail, or by fax. LPA observed the facility is ready to be licensed. This report will be submitted to the central application unit (CAU) and a final review of the application will be conducted. This facility is not yet licensed and is subject to final approval by CAU. Additional requirements may still be required. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 26, 2024
Sep 13, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Component II completion: Successful Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): none COMP II Participants: Jamie Bernardino-Ruiz, Applicant/Administrator Mark Ruiz, Applicant Interview Method: Telephone interview On September 13, 2024 at 9:00 AM, Applicant and 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. 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 Readiness Exit interview conducted with Applicants & Administrator. Report sent via email and informed to return sign copy to CAB by end of business day today.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 13, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.
The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.
Before you call
Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Contra Costa County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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$5,650 a month to start · Covelight estimate
True Tranquility
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$5,250 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Joy Senior Center
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$5,150 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Sacred Hands Living III
Oakley · Small home · 4.2 mi away
$4,950 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Greenleaf Care Home
Brentwood · Small home · 4.4 mi away
$4,550 a month to start · Covelight estimate
A Family of Care No. 3
Brentwood · Small home · 4.4 mi away
$4,850 a month to start · Covelight estimate