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Bright Life Care Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Suisun City, California

Licensed since 2018Licence #486830724
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,800 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,950–$5,900
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit4 of 6 beds occupiedOctober 3, 2023 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitMay 8, 2026CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderBright Minds Residential Care Inc.Since 2018 · 2 licensed homes

Bright Life Care Home is a small care home in Suisun City — 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 2018. 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 Life Care Home

Is Bright Life Care Home licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

How many residents is Bright Life Care Home licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Has Bright Life Care Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Bright Life Care Home still open?

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

What does Bright Life Care Home cost?

$4,800 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,950–$5,900. 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 24 small homes and similar homes within 22 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 Life Care 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 Bright Minds Residential Care Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Bright Minds Residential Care Inc. — at least 3 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Northbay Medical Center is 3.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Bright Life Care Home keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Bright Life Care Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “BRIGHT LIFE CARE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #486830724. 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 Bright Minds Residential Care Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is May 8, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 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-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved by the state
  • 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, 6 NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE APPROVED FOR 3.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file — care may continue at the end of life

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

    State licensing record · September 27, 2026

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”

    State licensing record · September 27, 2026

3 more questions to ask the home
  • Two-person transfers or a lift

    Not on file

    Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”

  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”

  • Medicines

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,800a month to start

Likely $3,950–$5,900

From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,800a month

Likely $3,950–$6,100

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
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$4,800likely $3,950–$5,900

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 22 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 $3,950–$6,100
$4,800
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,600–$9,200
$6,800
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 24 small homes and similar homes within 22 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 22 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 24 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 1736 Newark Lane, Suisun City, CA 94585Address 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 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2018. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated May 8, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
6
Most recent visit
May 8, 2026
Occupied · October 3, 2023 visit
4 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated October 3, 2023. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints1typical 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 2018.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261102025110202411020232202022110

The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
May 8, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Contreras arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual inspection visit. LPA was greeted by facility administrator (admin) Vergellio Silverio. Facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly that has a fire clearance approved for six residents. There are currently 4 residents in care at facility. LPA and admin toured the building and grounds which was found to be clean and in good repair. Facility was clean and at a comfortable temperature. LPA observed all walkways and exits to be unobstructed. All required postings were in a highly visible area. Fire extinguishers were charged and had current inspection. Fire alarms and carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational. Outdoor emergency exit clear from obstruction. LPA observed at least a 2 day supply of perishable and 7 day supply of non-perishable foods. Facility kitchen, refrigerators and freezers were clean, and food was stored properly with expiration dates noted. Toxins are stored in a locked cabinet and inaccessible to residents. Sharps and knives were locked in kitchen drawer. Emergency water and food supply was available. Facility had an ample supply of linens, towels and extra hygiene products available. All bedrooms were equipped with lighting, a night stand and chest of drawers. All bedrooms were clean and in good repair. Resident bathroom had required bath mat and grab bar. Water temperature accessible to residents measured within the allowable range of 105 to 120 degrees F. Disaster drills are conducted monthly. Continued onto 809C.... continued from 809..... LPA reviewed 4 of 4 resident records. All required documentation was present. LPA reviewed 3 staff records. All required documentation was present. LPA and Admin conducted a spot check of medication and medication records. Medication is centrally stored in a locked cabinet. No deficiencies P&I money handled for three residents. All monies found secure and not commingled. No deficiencies cited today. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL within 30 days of this visit: LIC500- Personnel Report LIC308- Designation of Responsibility Liability Insurance Surety Bond Exit interview conducted and report read with Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 8, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Jun 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

At approximately 10:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Contreras arrived unannouced to conduct a required annual inspection. LPA was greeted by facility Administrator(admin) Vergellio Silverio. Facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly that has a fire clearance approved for 6 non ambulatory residents and an approved hospice waiver for three. LPA and admin toured the building and grounds which was found to be clean and in good repair. Slight but noticeable paint chipping throughout the walls and wood chipping around doors. LPA advised admin to maintain facility in good condition at all times. Facility was at a comfortable temperature. LPA observed all walkways and exits to be unobstructed. All required postings were in a highly visible area. Fire extinguishers were charged and last inspected 2/24/2025. Fire alarms and carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational. Facility has back up generator. Backyard had patio chairs accessible for residents. Outdoor emergency exit clear from obstruction. LPA observed at least a 2 day supply of perishable and 7 day supply of non perishable food. Facility kitchen, refrigerators and freezers were clean, and food was stored properly with expiration dates noted. Toxins are stored in a locked cabinet and inaccessible to residents. Sharps and knives were locked in kitchen drawer. Emergency water and food supply was stored in garage. All bedrooms were equipped with lighting, a night stand and chest of drawers. All bedrooms were clean and in good repair. Resident bathroom had required bath mat and grab bar. Water temperature measured at 110.4 degrees F at faucets accessible to residents which is within the allowable range of 105 to 120 degrees F. Oxygen tanks in garage were not stored in proper stand. LPA advised admin of proper storage of oxygen tanks and admin stated to order new stands. Continued on 809-C..... Continued from 809..... LPA conducted medication spot check and observed all medication to be centrally stored and secure. Thickener was found inside kitchen counter and in pantry. LPA spoke with admin that food thickener must be centrally stored at all times. Admin immediately removed thickener and placed in locked cabinet. LPA reviewed 4 of 4 resident records. All required documentation was present. Physician reports were up to date. LPA reviewed 4 staff records. All required documentation was present. Staff had required training. P&I money handled for three residents. All monies found secure and not commingled. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL within 30 days of this visit: LIC500- Personnel Report LIC308-Designation of Responsibility Liability Insurance No deficiencies were observed in the areas inspected, No citations were issued during today’s visit. Exit interview conducted and report read with Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 13, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
May 29, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

At approximately 1 :26PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stefanie Mutialu made an unannounced annual required inspection of this licensed senior care facility. LPA was greeted by Marivic Dela Cruz,caregiver. Administrator, VERGELLIO SILVERIO arrived shortly after. The facility is a single story home licensed for six (6) non-ambulatory residents and a hospice waiver capacity of three (3). The facility currently provides care for 4 residents. In addition, there are some residents with a diagnosis of dementia. At approximately 1:46 PM, LPA toured the building and grounds which was found to be clean and in good repair. Administrator advised he has plans to paint some walls and areas. LPA observed all walkways and exits to be unobstructed. LPA observed external gate in need of repair, gate was dragging at the bottom and hinges are loose. Administrator agreed to repair gate. All notices that are required to be posted have been posted and are in a highly visible area. Resident’s bedrooms, common areas, kitchen & food storage areas were inspected There was a sufficient supply of both perishable and nonperishable foods as required by Title 22 Regulations. Toxins are stored in a locked cabinet in the facility laundry room and kitchen. Sharps and other kitchen supplies that could pose danger if available to residents were found secured in the kitchen drawer. There was a supply of cleaners, hygiene products and paper products available for residents. All resident’s bedrooms have lighting & appropriate furnishings. Water temperature measured within regulation between 113.0 and 113.9 degrees F at three of three faucets accessible to residents. One out of one fire extinguisher was inspected and charged. Five out of five Smoke detectors were present, inspected and found in working order. Carbon Monoxide detector was present, inspected and found to be in working order. There was enough lighting in all common areas, resident rooms, and hallways. Continued on LIC809-Ca Continued from LIC809 Facility provides art therapist, nutritionist, and activity director paid by facility to ensure clients needs are met. Facility offers two areas for activities in the living room and a designated activity room in the garage. Medications located in designated cabinet were found to be secured. LPA conducted a spot check of medications and found all administering and records to be in order. Resident was observed interacting with staff in bedroom and living room. Two of four residents were found in their room. Two of four residents were at day program. LPA observed staff checking and caring for residents often. At approximately 2:40PM, LPA reviewed Four of four resident records which were all found to be well organized, thorough and contained the required documentation. At approximately 3:10 PM , LPA reviewed four out of eight staff records which were all found to be well organized, thorough and contained the required documentation. Medication records are thorough and contained physician's orders for each resident. P&I is not commingled. Administrator VERGELLIO SILVERIO Administrator Certification 6052484749 is current and expires on 07/20/2024. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL within 30 days of this visit: LIC 500 Personnel Summary LIC 9020 Register of Facility Client’s/Resident's Liability Insurance Surety Bond No citations issued during today’s visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 29, 2024
20231 state visit · 1 document
Oct 3, 2023Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff are not according dignity to resident in care. Staff member is phycially abusing resident in care. Staff are interferring with resident's toileting needs while in care.

At approximately 9:00AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chris Arnhold arrived at this facility unannounced, to conduct an investigation into the above allegations. LPA met with caregiver Marivic Dela Cruz, interviewed clients and reviewed records. Based on interviews conducted and records reviewed, C1 has a long history of making false accusations against others. This behavior is documented in their individual behavior support plans for the home and day program. C1 has a behavior consultant that has been working with the facility to address these behaviors. LPA was informed that Law Enforcement has investigated other allegations made by C1 and has found no evidence of wrong doing. Based on interviews with staff, there have been no instances where staff were not professional with clients. Based on interviews with staff, C1 is not a good historian and will changes facts and people and make up things that are not true. Continued on LIC9099-C... Unsubstantiated LPA attempted to interview other residents in the home, but was not able to gather any helpful information. LPA received copies of C1's behavioral plans which outline ways staff can manage behaviors when they arise. Staff also keep logs of when and what behaviors occur. Facility continues to work with all the involved parties to address clients needs. Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore the allegations are Unsubstantiated.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 3, 2023 · control 21-AS-20230725124319
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.

Who holds the licence

Bright Minds Residential Care Inc., licensed since 2018, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

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. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  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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