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Bravo Family Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Venice, California

Licensed since 1977Licence #191641459
  • Care approvals on fileDementiaState licensing record · September 13, 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 visitNovember 6, 2025CDSS inspection record

Bravo Family Home is a small care home in Venice — 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 1977. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care, hospice care and bedridden care are not on file.

Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 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 Bravo Family Home

Is Bravo Family Home licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

How many residents is Bravo Family Home licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has Bravo Family Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 1977, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is Bravo Family Home still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.

What does Bravo Family Home 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 9 small homes and similar 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 228 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,300 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 228 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 Bravo Family 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 Bravo Family Home Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Santa Monica - UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital 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 Bravo Family Home keep a resident on hospice?

Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”

Bravo Family Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “BRAVO FAMILY HOME INC.”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #191641459. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed to Bravo Family Home Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 1977, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 1977, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 1977, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 1977, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is November 6, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

State licensing record · September 13, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
LICENSEE PREFERS TO SERVE CLIENTS AGE 60 & OVER. (06)SIX AMBULATORY/ NON-ABULATORY CLIENTS ALLOWED IN ROOMS #1, #2 & #3. DEMENTIA WAIVER ON FILE. 24-HOUR AWAKE STAFF REQUIRED.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • 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 13, 2026

4 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?”

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver not on file

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,100a month to start

Likely $4,200–$6,300

From 9 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
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$5,100likely $4,200–$6,300

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar 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 $4,200–$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.
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 9 small homes and similar 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.

9 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,800–$9,000.

  • 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

  • 236 4Th Ave., Venice, CA 90291Address from the public record · September 13, 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 2021, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 1977. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated November 6, 2025.

On file since
2021
State visits
4
Most recent visit
November 6, 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 1977.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2025110202411020221102021110

The last 36 months — 2 of 4 documents

20251 state visit · 1 document
Nov 6, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 11/06/2025 at 08:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jose Calderon conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit at the Bravo Family Home Facility. LPA Calderon was allowed entry into the facility by Administrator Ivan Bravo. The Facility is licensed to serve residents in the age range 60 and over, six non- ambulatory residents. Currently, there are two (2) residents residing in the facility. LPA Calderon explained to Administrator Ivan Bravo the purpose of the one-year Annual Inspection visit, and escorted LPA Calderon on a tour of the entire inside and outside facility grounds. As part of the inspection, LPA Calderon reviewed: Two (2) client service records, two (2) client medication records (MAR), two (2) staff records, and inspected the inside facility and outside grounds. The facility’s last fire drill was conducted on 11/03/2025. The one-story residential home consists of five (5) client bedrooms, two (2) client bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, staff room, office area, attached garage with washer and dryer/ storage area, backyard with table and chairs. No weapons are stored or found on the premise grounds. The kitchen was inspected and observed to be clean and operational. A two-day supply perishable and seven-day supply of non-perishable foods are present in the facility. Emergency Water Storage is in the patio/garage area. LPA Calderon observed that all facility rooms are clean and in good repair. A comfortable temperature was observed, and the facility has central air and heating. LPA Calderon observed the following during inspection of client’s rooms: mattresses are in good condition, adequate lighting present, plenty of dresser/closet space is present, and all bed linens present. All bedrooms contain furniture, lighting fixtures and personal storage space as required, all beds have the required amount of linen and mattress covers, LPA Calderon observed fully stocked closet with bedding, towels, and toiletries supplies. Bathroom fixtures are clean, in good repair, and working properly and contain the required nonskid mats and grab bars. LPA Calderon observed bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulation. Bathroom #1 hot water temperature properly measured at 105 degrees Fahrenheit; bathroom #2 hot water temperature properly measured at 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen hot water temperature properly measured at 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility seven (7) Carbon Monoxide and seven (7) Smoke Detectors, hard-wired and connected, were tested and are working properly. Facility two (2) Fire Extinguisher was checked and found to be fully charged and accessible. All exit doors in the facility have alarm systems. The facility has a working landline/ telephone. All toxins and knives are locked/secured and inaccessible to clients. Medications are centrally stored and in a locked storage cabinet. Facility one (1) first aid kits are fully stocked with manuals being checked and in order. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. All Exits/ Walkways around the home were free of debris and hazards. Outside patio accessible to clients. Two (2) client files were reviewed and found to be complete. LPA Calderon reviewed two (2) resident medications (MAR) and they were all found to be administered according to doctor's orders. Two (2) staff files were checked, and they have the required documents. LPA Calderon noted the Administrator Ivan Bravo Certification # 7005889740 expiration date of 08/07/2026 was valid at time of inspection. Commercial General Liability Policy #01002916731 policy period from 03/28/2025 to 03/28/2026 underwritten by Kinsale Insurance Company, coverage 1,000,000/3,000,000 is valid at time of inspection. All the required documents are posted in the facility in a clearly visible area. According to the California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8), LPA Calderon did not observe deficiencies therefore no citations were issued at this time. Annual Licensing Fee is CURRENT. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report was provided to Administrator Ivan Bravo.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 6, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Nov 14, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sparkle Day conducted an unannounced visit to the above facility. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the one-year inspection. LPA met with Ivan Bravo, Administrator, Administrator and the purpose of the visit was discussed. Facility is licensed to serve 6 non- ambulatory residents residents. Currently there is 2 residents in placement here. There is a dementia waiver on file. (1) resident is diagnosed with dementia. No residents are receiving home health or hospice care services. The facility does not handle any of the residents’ money. This home is a single story home consisting of: (4) resident bedrooms, (2) resident bathrooms, 1staff bedroom, 1 staff bathroom, living room, kitchen with dining area, detached garage where the laundry room is located and an outdoor shaded patio area. LPA and Administrator Ivan Bravo toured the facility. All resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, shower was free of mold/mildew and a non-skid mat was in place, water temperature measured between 111.F. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards; doorways were free of obstructions. Kitchen was checked and observed to be within Title 22 regulations. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked. All cleaning solutions, hazardous items, and medications were securely locked and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors were working properly and fire extinguisher was fully charged. Carbon monoxide detector was operational. First Aid kit was available. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. During todays visit LPA observed the following deficiencies: continue on 809C Deficiencies cited under California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8), LPA observed the following deficiencies: On 11/14/24 LPA reviewed Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 files. LPA observed that Staff #1 - Staff #3 did not have a current First Aide certificate on file - On 11/14/24 LPA reviewed Facility files and observed and was confirmed by Administrator Ivan Bravo that fire drills are only conducted once and year. An exit interview was conducted, Plans of Corrections were reviewed and developed with the Administrator . A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left wit Administrator, Ivan Bravo.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 14, 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

CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗

An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents and the questions below stand in their place.

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.

  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. Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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