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Brightstar Senior Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Granada Hills, California

Licensed since 2022Licence #197610305Medi-Cal ALW
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,350 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,550–$5,350
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit5 of 6 beds occupiedSeptember 16, 2025 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · August 9, 2026
  • Last state visitAugust 27, 2026CDSS inspection record

Brightstar Senior Care is a small care home in Granada Hills — 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 2022.

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 Brightstar Senior Care

Is Brightstar Senior Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Brightstar Senior Care licensed for?

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

Has Brightstar Senior Care been cited?

2 Type A and 2 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 16 state visits over the same years.

Is Brightstar Senior Care still open?

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

What does Brightstar Senior Care cost?

$4,350 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,550–$5,350. 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 13 small 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 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.

Does Brightstar Senior Care take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, August 9, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Brightstar Senior Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Providence Holy Cross Medical Center is 1.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Brightstar Senior Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Brightstar Senior Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “BRIGHTSTAR SENIOR CARE,INC”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #197610305. 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 Brightstar Senior Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 16 state inspection visits since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 2 Type A and 2 Type B citations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 16 state visits in that period.
  • 7 complaints and 4 substantiated allegations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is August 27, 2026, 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-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 5 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident

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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR FIVE(5) NONAMBULATORY. ONE(1) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #3. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR SIX(6). UPSTAIRS ROOMS ARE FOR STAFF USE ONLY.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life

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

    State licensing record · September 13, 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 13, 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

$4,350a month to start

Likely $3,550–$5,350

From 13 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,350a month

Likely $3,550–$5,550

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$4,350likely $3,550–$5,350

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 small 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 $3,550–$5,550
$4,350
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,150–$8,700
$6,350
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, 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 appears on the DHCS participation list, August 9, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. For a resident on SSI/SSP, California’s 2026 standard sends $1,444.07 a month to the home for 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 13 small 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.

13 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,000–$5,950.

  • 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 13 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 10455 Gaynor Ave, Granada Hills, CA 91344Address 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 2022, the state has filed 16 documents for this home, and its records count 16 visits since 2022. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated August 27, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
16
Most recent visit
August 27, 2026
Occupied · September 16, 2025 visit
5 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 9 complaint reports the state published for this home, dated October 25, 2022 to September 16, 2025. 9 of the 9 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (3), “Unfounded” (1), “Unsubstantiated” (5). 9 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 9 complaint reports 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 citations2typical 0
  • Type B citations2typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations4typical 0
  • Total complaints7typical 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 2022.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261102025220202411020235712022452

The last 36 months — 4 of 16 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Aug 27, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with the administrator, Narineh Ohanyan, and advised her of the visit. At approximately 08:15am, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. Required postings were observed in the entry area. The smoke alarms are battery operated. The carbon monoxide detector functions properly. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. It was purchased on 08/25/26 Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food properly stored. Knives were stored in a locked drawer in the kitchen. There is an additional table, in the kitchen, for staff use only. Bedrooms: The facility is a two story building. There is a total of six (6) bedrooms. Four (4) bedrooms designated for resident use are located on the downstairs level. Bedrooms #1 and #2 are shared. Bedrooms #3 and #4 are private. The second story has two bedrooms designated for staff only. There is a child proof gate at the front of the stairs on the first floor, that restricts access, denying resident to pass. All four bedrooms, designated for resident use were observed to be furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting. There is a closet that holds linen and towels in the hallway. Bathrooms: There are three (3) bathrooms designated for residents' use. All three are common, and for resident and guest use. The bathrooms were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was measured between 118 and 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The living room is furnished with sufficient seating of two couches, chair, coffee table and television. The dining room room table is large enough to accommodate up to six (6) residents. There is a fireplace that is properly screened. The fireplace is non-functional. No key to the fireplace, and fireplace tools were not present. Furniture in both the living room and dining room were in good repair. The floors in the common areas and hallways were mopped and clean. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. There was furniture appropriate for outdoor use. The backyard has a large enough space to hold outdoor activities. There is no swimming pool or any other bodies of water. Garage: The garage is attached to the house. Entry is locked and accessible only through the side. Laundry: The laundry area is located in the garage. Staff Workstation: Staff work station is located by the living room. Resident Files: LPA conducted a file review of resident records to insure compliance of licensing forms. Staff Files: LPA also conducted a file review of staff records to insure forms and training are up to date and compliance with licensing forms. Medications: Medications are stored in a locked closet by the living room.. Medication and Medication Records were reviewed for proper storage and documentation. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report given.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 27, 2026
20252 state visits · 2 documents
Sep 16, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnfounded

Allegation investigated: Staff does not ensure resident's medical needs are being met. Staff does not ensure resident is fed.

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted a complaint visit to the facility to investigate the above allegations. LPA met with staff, Zinaida Safaryan, and advised her of the complaint. The administrator, Narineh Aida, was notified over the telephone. It's being reported that during Resident 1's (R1) stay at this facility, R1's vital signs were not taken, resulting in a decline in R1's health. It's also being reported that R1 was not being fed. Today's investigation consisted of a physical plant inspection made between 12:15pm to 1:15pm. Interviews with residents were held approximately 1:15pm to 2:00pm. Interviews with Staff 1 (S1) and administrator held between 2:00pm to 2:30pm. Interviews with the five residents do not corroborate with the allegations of their needs not being met and of them not being fed by staff. These residents expressed no concerns regarding the care and supervision being provided to them. Interview with S1 deny the allegation. According to S1, no residents have expressed any concerns regarding their needs not being met, or of not being fed. Interview with the Unfounded administrator reveal that R1 was never a resident of this facility. Administrator adds there is no resident here by this name, nor one was ever admitted, under this name. LPA conducted a facility file review and observed that there was a required annual completed on 08/13/25. Review of the LIC 858, completed during that annual did not list R1 as a resident of this facility. Based on the information obtained, there was insufficient evidence to corroborate the allegations of staff not ensuring resident's medical needs are being met, or staff not ensuring resident is fed. Therefore, the allegations are deemed Unfounded. A finding of unfounded means that the allegation is either false, could not have happened, and/or is without a reasonable basis. Administrator advised, and a copy of this report issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 16, 2025 · control 31-AS-20250914135911
Aug 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with staff, Zinaida Safaryan and advised her of the of the annual inspection. The administrator, Narineh Aida joined shortly after. At approximately 12:15pm, with the assistance of the administrator, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. Required postings were observed in the entry area. The smoke alarms are battery operated. The carbon monoxide detector functions properly. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. It was purchased on 02/11/25. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food at the facility; properly stored. Knives were stored in a locked drawer in the kitchen. There is an additional table, in the kitchen, for staff use only. Bedrooms: The facility is a two story building. There is a total of six (6) bedrooms. Four (4) bedrooms designated for resident use are located on the downstairs level. Bedrooms #1 and #2 are shared. Bedrooms #3 and #4 are private. The second story has two bedrooms designated for staff only. There is a child proof gate at the front of the stairs on the first floor, that restricts access, denying resident to pass. All four bedrooms, designated for resident use were observed to be furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting. There is a closet that holds linen and towels in the hallway. Bathrooms: There are three (3) bathrooms designated for residents' use. All three are common, and for resident and guest use. The bathrooms were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was measured between 111 and 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The living room is furnished with a couch, chair, coffee table and television. The dining room area is adjacent to the living room. There is a table large enough to accommodate up to six (6) residents. There is a fireplace that is properly screened. The fireplace is non-functional. No key to the fireplace, and fireplace tools were not present. Furniture in both the living room and dining room were in good repair. The floors in the common areas and hallways were mopped and clean. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. There was furniture appropriate for outdoor use. The backyard has a large enough space to hold outdoor activities. There is no swimming pool or any other bodies of water. Garage: The garage is attached to the house, but only entry is outside. Entry to the garage is kept locked at all times. Laundry: The laundry area, where detergents and cleaning supplies are also kept, is located in the garage. Staff Workstation: There is a desk located by the living room. LPA observed a sign in log at this area as well. Resident Records: Resident records are maintained locked on the second floor. Records were reviewed to insure compliance with regulation. Staff Records: Staff records are also maintained and locked on the second floor. Records were reviewed to insure compliance with regulation. Medications: Medications are kept locked in a closet by the front entrance. Medications and medications records were reviewed for proper storage and documentation. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit Interview Conducted, and a Copy of the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 13, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Oct 12, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with staff, Zinaida Safaryan and advised her of the of the annual inspection. At approximately 9:20am, with the assistance of staff, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. Required postings were observed in the entry area. The smoke alarms are battery operated. The carbon monoxide detector functions properly. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen, was purchased on 07/29/24. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food at the facility; properly stored. Knives were stored in a locked drawer in the kitchen. There is an additional table, in the kitchen, for staff use only. Bedrooms: The facility is a two story building. There is a total of six (6) bedrooms. Four (4) bedrooms designated for resident use are located on the downstairs level. Bedrooms #1 and #2 are shared. Bedrooms #3 and #4 are private. The second story has two bedrooms designated for staff only. There is a child proof gate at the front of the stairs on the first floor, that restricts access, denying resident to pass. All four bedrooms, designated for resident use were observed to be furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting. There is a closet that holds linen and towels in the hallway. Bathrooms: There are three (3) bathrooms designated for residents' use. All three are common, and for resident and guest use. The bathrooms were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was measured between 116 and 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The living room is furnished with a couch, chair, coffee table and television. The dining room area is adjacent to the living room. There is a table large enough to accommodate up to six (6) residents. There is a fireplace that is properly screened. The fireplace is non-functional. No key to the fireplace, and fireplace tools were not present. Furniture in both the living room and dining room were in good repair. The floors in the common areas and hallways were mopped and clean. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. There was furniture appropriate for outdoor use. The backyard has a large enough space to hold outdoor activities. There is no swimming pool or any other bodies of water. Garage: The garage is attached to the house, but only entry is outside. Entry to the garage is kept locked. The laundry area is located in the garage. Laundry detergents and cleaning supplies are kept in the garage. Staff Workstation: There is a desk located by the living room. LPA observed a sign in log at this area as well. Resident Records: Resident records are maintained locked on the second floor. Staff Records: Staff records are also maintained and locked on the second floor. Medications: Medications are kept locked in a closet, by the entrance and across the kitchen. Medications and medications records were reviewed for proper storage and documentation. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit Interview Conducted, and a Copy of the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 12, 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

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  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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