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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,500 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,500–$6,750
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJuly 20, 2026CDSS inspection record
Bright Choice Care Home 2 is a small care home in Vacaville — 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. Bedridden care is not on file.
Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Bright Choice Care Home 2
Is Bright Choice Care Home 2 licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Bright Choice Care Home 2 licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Bright Choice Care Home 2 been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is Bright Choice Care Home 2 still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Bright Choice Care Home 2 cost?
$5,500 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,500–$6,750. 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 21 small homes and similar homes within 25 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 5 other homes of a similar licensed size across Solano County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,721 to $5,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,550 (n = 5 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does Bright Choice Care Home 2 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 D & P Residential Care Home Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Vacaville is 1.2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Bright Choice Care Home 2 keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Bright Choice Care Home 2 license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “BRIGHT CHOICE CARE HOME 2”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #486804401. 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 D & P Residential Care Home Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
- 3 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 20, 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 careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
- BedriddenNot on file · ask the home
State licensing record · September 27, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR 6 NON-AMBULATORY. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR (2).
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
3 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,500a month to start
Likely $4,500–$6,750
From 21 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,500a month
Likely $4,500–$6,900
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$5,500likely $4,500–$6,750
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 21 small homes and similar homes within 25 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 $4,500–$6,900
- $5,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,250–$9,950
- $7,500
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 21 small homes and similar homes within 25 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.
21 homes like this within 25 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$6,000.
- 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 21 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Five Acres at Leisure Town NorthVacaville · 0.7 mi · Mid-size home$4,550Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Cogir of VacavilleVacaville · 2.2 mi · Mid-size home$3,795Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Bright Minds Residential CareFairfield · 9.7 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Hacienda Del Mar Care HomeSuisun City · 11 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Country InnNapa · 17 mi · Mid-size home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Olive HouseNapa · 19 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Nazareth Rose Garden of NapaNapa · 20 mi · Mid-size home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- EldervillaWoodland · 20 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Star HomeRio Vista · 21 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Stayman Estates - West PuebloNapa · 21 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Nazareth Classic Care of NapaNapa · 21 mi · Mid-size home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Viewmont VillaNapa · 22 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Vintage HouseNapa · 22 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Stayman Estates - AlstonNapa · 22 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Meadows at Country PlaceSacramento · 23 mi · Mid-size home$6,600Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- Greenhaven Place Independent Lvg and Assisted LvgSacramento · 23 mi · Mid-size home$2,995Listed on Seniorly · independent living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- C&F Senior Care Home American CanyonAmerican Canyon · 23 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Acc Assisted Living at Greenhaven TerraceSacramento · 24 mi · Mid-size home$2,800Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Alaturi CareSacramento · 24 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Love and Serenity IISacramento · 25 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Yellow OrchidElk Grove · 25 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 236 Gannet St, Vacaville, CA 95688Address 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 2026, the state has filed 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 20, 2026.
- On file since
- 2026
- State visits
- 3
- Most recent visit
- July 20, 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.
The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents
Jul 20, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Post Licensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Contreras arrived unannounced to conduct a Post Licensing Inspection and was greeted by caregiver Jerald Dean. Administrator (admin) Grissel Dalanon arrived shortly after Facility is an Adult Residential Facility for the Elderly that has an approved fire clearance for capacity of 6 residents. There is currently one resident at facility with move in date 06/01/2026. LPA and admin toured all buildings and grounds and were found to be clear from obstruction. Facility was found to be clean and at a comfortable temperature. All required postings were visible. There was a sufficient supply of perishable and nonperishable foods as required by Title 22 Regulations. Emergency food observed. LPA observed expiration dates noted on all food items. All resident rooms were observed to be clean and have the proper linens. There was an appropriate supply of cleaning products, linens, hygiene products and paper products available for residents. Bathrooms were equipped with necessary grab bars, and non-slip floors/mats were present. Hot water temperature for sinks found to be within Title 22 regulations of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility's fire extinguisher was observed to be charged and last inspected on 10/2025. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. Phone is functional and available for residents. LPA conducted a file review check for 1 of 1 resident.. All documentation found to be in file. LPA conducted staff resident review for 2 staff. All documentation up to date. LPA conducted medication spot check and found Centrally Stored Medication log up to date and medication locked and secure. Admin to send updated LIC500 within 30 days of visit for updated file. Technical advisory given as conversation was had with administrator to encourage planned activities for residents. No deficiencies cited during todays visit. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report discussed and provided to Licensee.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 20, 2026
Mar 27, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
At approximately 1:00PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Contreras arrived for a scheduled initial pre-licensing visit and met with applicant Aida Dean and Grissel Dalanon, and Arnel Silverio. This pre-licensing inspection is for a Adult Residential Facility for the Elderly being conducted for a one story, 4 bedroom and 2 bathroom home with a fire clearance approved for capacity of 6 non-ambulatory residents. Hospice waiver granted for one. LPA and admin toured the indoor and outdoor portions of the facility. Facility was found to be clean and at a comfortable temperature. Facility postings were all posted and visible. Emergency exits clear and free from obstruction. LPA advised admin to place outdoor furniture for resident use. 4 out of 4 bedrooms for resident use found in clean and good repair. All had required chair, chest drawer and beds were made with appropriate linens. Restrooms had grab bars and bath mats. LPA observed there to be emergency food and emergency water supply. Refrigerator and freezer were functioning and operational. LPA observed there to be plates and utensils with additional kitchenware. All cleaning products, sharp items, other toxins and chemicals are locked and inaccessible for residents There are an ample amount of extra linens, towels, and hygiene products that are kept in storage closet. Washer and dryer are operational. Facility has medication cabinet locked and will be inaccessible to residents. LPA observed fire extinguisher charged and last inspected on 10/20/2025. Fire alarm and carbon monoxide alarms were tested and operational. First aid kits are also available. Water was measured at 105F in faucets used by residents which is within regulation between 105 & 120 degrees F. Continued onto 809-C.... continued from 809... LPA requested that applicant sends update to CCL once residents will be moved in. Applicant to send copy of liability insurance once received. Component III orientation was waived as applicant has a clear understanding of RCFE Regulations and also administrator for another RCFE facility. No Deficiencies or Advisories given during visit. Pre-Licensing completed. Facility is ready to be Licensed as an Adult Residential Facility for the Elderly . LPA will submit Pre-Licensing Application Report to the Application Unit Analyst in Sacramento. Application Unit Analyst will notify Applicants of Status. Copy of report discussed and provided to Applicants. Exit interview conducted.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 27, 2026
Feb 18, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: AIDA DEAN Interview Method: Telephone interview On February 18, 2026, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed the understanding of the California Code Title 22 Regulations. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restricted/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 18, 2026
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 Solano County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
C&R Care Home
Vacaville · Small home · 0.1 mi away
$5,500 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Casa Isabella
Vacaville · Small home · 0.7 mi away
$4,800 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Five Acres at Leisure Town North
Vacaville · Mid-size home · 0.7 mi away
$4,550 a month to start · Listed by the home
Art of Homecare
Vacaville · Small home · 1.5 mi away
$5,000 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Truthville
Vacaville · Small home · 1.8 mi away
$5,500 a month to start · Covelight estimate
The Care Home at Peacock
Vacaville · Small home · 2.0 mi away
$5,150 a month to start · Covelight estimate