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Brentwood of Rancho Mirage II
Small home·Licensed for 6·Rancho Mirage, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchairState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,000 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,250–$4,900
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMarch 4, 2026CDSS inspection record
Brentwood of Rancho Mirage II is a small care home in Rancho Mirage — 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 2007. Dementia care, hospice care and bedridden care are 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 Brentwood of Rancho Mirage II
Is Brentwood of Rancho Mirage II licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Brentwood of Rancho Mirage II licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Brentwood of Rancho Mirage II been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Brentwood of Rancho Mirage II still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Brentwood of Rancho Mirage II cost?
$4,000 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,250–$4,900. 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 16 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 161 other homes of a similar licensed size across Riverside County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,800 to $5,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 161 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 Brentwood of Rancho Mirage II 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 Brentwood Care Group Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Brentwood Care Group Inc. — at least 2 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Eisenhower Medical Center is 1.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Brentwood of Rancho Mirage II 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?”
Brentwood of Rancho Mirage II license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “BRENTWOOD OF RANCHO MIRAGE II”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #336412451. 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 Brentwood Care Group Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2007, 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 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is March 4, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
- 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
SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS, AGES 60 AND ABOVE. HOSIPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR TWO (2).
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
5 questions to ask the home — nothing on file yet
- 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?”
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation not on file
Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,000a month to start
Likely $3,250–$4,900
From 16 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,000a month
Likely $3,250–$5,100
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
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$4,000likely $3,250–$4,900
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 16 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $3,250–$5,100
- $4,000
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,850–$8,300
- $6,000
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 16 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
16 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,300–$5,550.
- 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 16 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Campbell's Loving Home CareRancho Mirage · 0.8 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Luna Assisted LivingRancho Mirage · 1.5 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa De HarknessPalm Desert · 2.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Mary's Love and Care HomePalm Desert · 2.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Dolores HomecareCathedral City · 3.0 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Hovley CarePalm Desert · 3.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Attentive Manor IICathedral City · 3.3 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Raphael RCFECathedral City · 3.5 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- 4J's Elderly CareCathedral City · 3.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Gerada Home CareCathedral City · 3.8 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Tender Loving Care Assisted LivingCathedral City · 3.9 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Angel HomecareCathedral City · 3.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Trinity Gardens on PortolaPalm Desert · 4.1 mi · Mid-size home$7,750Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- A Romero's RetreatCathedral City · 4.1 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Aubrey's VillasCathedral City · 4.3 mi · Mid-size home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Desert Starlight Senior Care HomeCathedral City · 4.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 26 Buckingham Way, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270Address 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 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2007. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 4, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- March 4, 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 2007.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 4 documents
Mar 4, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On March 4, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Mia Lankford arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Annual Inspection and met with the House Manager, Imelda Villar. The facility file review was conducted and additional records were requested and reviewed on site. The facility is licensed for six Elderly Adults and is currently operating at a capacity of two adults. LPA Lankford toured the facility along with the House Manager, Imelda Villar and made observations pertaining to the annual visit. LPA inspected the facility inside and outside there were no obstructions or debris to the indoor or outdoor passageways at the time of this visit. Additionally, there were bodies of water on the premises with a locked gate around it. The facility isf a single story home. Physical Plant: LPA Lankford observed the two(2) resident’s bedrooms, and each was furnished with required fixtures as per Title 22. LPA Lankford inspected the facility bathrooms, and the hot water temperature tested within regulations, and logged at 111.4 degrees. The bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operable at the time of this visit. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and fire extinguishers dated 2/18/26. LPA Lankford observed required postings such as "If you See Something, Say Something,” the "Personal Rights," and the LTCO poster in hallway. The cleaning supplies and sharp items were locked and inaccessible to the residents in care. There were designated storage spaces for the residents’ and staff’s files, and the file were locked in a cabinet. Medications: The medications were locked in the kitchen cabinet. The medication records were maintained and keep with the medications in locked cabinet. There were no documented errors observed on the Medication Administration Record.The LPA observed the pantry to be clean, neat, and organized. CONT...809C Food Service& furniture: The kitchen was clean and free of any seen pest, clutter, or unsightly debris. The non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient per regulations, and there are a variety of food types available for the residents in care at the time of this visit. Dishes and utensils were in sufficient supply and stored properly, and sharp items are locked. The facility heating system and other appliances were operable at present time of visit. The House Manager informed the LPA there were safety lights for night throughout the facility, and the LPA observed these as indicated. Care & Supervision/Administration: Currently there are adequate staff present for the care and supervision of the residents in care. There are two staff available at the time of this annual visit. The listed Administrator Derick F Villar possesses a current administrator’s certificate with an expiration date of 10/02/2026. The staff files reviewed have criminal clearance, updated training, along with current First Aid certification. Resident files reviewed possessed the required paperwork as per Regulations at the present. Including current physical and TB test, along with updated IPP’s. Disaster preparedness: LPA Lankford reviewed the facility's emergency and disaster plan as well as disaster training binder. LPA observed the last fire drill met the Department standards and was conducted as required per standards, it was given on 12/5/2025. Infection Control: LPA observed PPE equipment and cleaning supplies to do regular cleaning of the facility in laundry room. LPA reviewed the facility's infection control plan and found required infection control measures met the Department requirements. An exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report was reviewed and given to the House Manager, Imelda Villar.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 4, 2026
Mar 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Seo Jeon conducted an unannounced annual required visit. Upon entry, LPA was greeted by Imelda Villar, House Manager, and informed them of the purpose of the visit. At the time of the visit, there were two (2) staff members and three (3) residents present. Facility Overview: The facility is a one-story home with three (3) bedrooms and three (3) bathrooms, including an attached garage. There are no known firearms on the premises. There is a swimming pool with fence and locked gate which is in compliance with local building codes. Infection Control: LPA observed that hygiene and cleaning supplies were available for regular facility maintenance. The facility’s infection control plan was reviewed and found to meet department requirements. Physical Plant: The physical plant, including floors, windows, and doors, was clean and well maintained. Fixtures and furniture were in good repair. The outdoor area was free of hazards. Laundry equipment was in good working condition. Sharp and dangerous objects were securely locked and inaccessible to residents. Both the smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were operational, and the hot water temperature was 108°F. Fire extinguisher located at kitchen has current inspection tag. Food Service: The facility’s kitchen was clean and equipped to prepare food. The facility maintained the required two-day supply of perishable foods and a seven-day supply of non-perishable foods. Care & Supervision/Administration: Adequate staff were present to supervise clients during the visit. The administrator holds a current administrator’s certificate. Continued on LIC809-C..... Record Review and Resident/Staff Files: LPA reviewed files for three (3) staff members, confirming criminal clearances, updated training, and CPR/First Aid certification. Three resident files were reviewed and contained all required documentation. Health-Related Services/Incidental Medical Services: All resident medications were securely locked. LPA reviewed medications for three (3) residents, confirming that all medications were listed on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and accounted for. Disaster Preparedness: LPA reviewed the facility’s emergency and disaster plan, including documentation of the last fire drill conducted on March 3, 2025, which met department requirements. All facility exits were clear of obstructions. No deficiencies were cited during the visit. An exit interview was conducted, during which this report was reviewed and provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 13, 2025
Mar 29, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 3/29/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Janette Romero conducted an unannounced visit to the facility for a required annual inspection. LPA met with House Manager (HM), Imelda Villar who was informed of the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility’s interior and exterior with HM Villar. The facility has a fire clearance for six (6) non-ambulatory elderly residents and an approved hospice waiver for two (2). During today’s visit, there was four (4) residents and two (2) staff present. The facility is made up of three (3) resident bedrooms and two (2) full bathrooms along with a kitchen, living room, dining room and attached garage. During the tour, LPA observed the facility has more than a 2-day supply of perishable food and 7-day supply of nonperishable foods that are stored in a safe and healthful manner. Medications are secured in a kitchen cabinet. Disinfectants and cleaning solutions are secured in a locked cabinet in the laundry room. The outside area provides shaded seating available for resident use. Indoor and outdoor passageways are free of obstruction. The facility has an in-ground pool, which is appropriately gated and secured with a master lock, making it inaccessible for the residents in care. HM Villar tested the smoke alarm/carbon monoxide detectors, and LPA found them to be operational. LPA observed charged fire extinguishers mounted throughout the facility. LPA reviewed random resident files. Files reviewed had signed admission agreements and updated physician’s reports. The facility does not safeguard residents' cash resources. LPA reviewed random staff files. Files reviewed had the Department’s required training records and a valid first aid certification. During today’s visit, LPA did not observe any issues or concerns. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was reviewed and provided to HM Villar via email due to LPA experiencing technical difficulties. LPA waited to ensure that HM Villar accessed and printed the report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 29, 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 Riverside County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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$4,850 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Atria Rancho Mirage
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Desert Hope Elderly Care
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$4,650 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Campbell's Loving Home Care
Rancho Mirage · Small home · 0.8 mi away
$4,500 a month to start · Listed by the home
Luna Assisted Living
Rancho Mirage · Small home · 1.5 mi away
$5,000 a month to start · Listed by the home
Astoria Care Homes
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