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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,350 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,400–$6,600
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit6 of 6 beds occupiedJanuary 15, 2026 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitAugust 1, 2026CDSS inspection record
Brightstar Senior Home 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.
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 Home
Is Brightstar Senior Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Brightstar Senior Home licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Brightstar Senior Home been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is Brightstar Senior Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Brightstar Senior Home cost?
$5,350 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,400–$6,600. 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.
Does Brightstar Senior 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 Brightstar Senior Home, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center is 2.7 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 Home 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 Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “BRIGHTSTAR SENIOR HOME INC”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #197610732. 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 Home, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
- 4 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 1, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 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 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 6 NON-AMBULATORY OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #3. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6.
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
$5,350a month to start
Likely $4,400–$6,600
From 13 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,350a month
Likely $4,400–$6,750
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$5,350likely $4,400–$6,600
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 $4,400–$6,750
- $5,350
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,100–$9,800
- $7,350
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 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–$6,250.
- 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
- Balboa Senior LivingGranada Hills · 0.6 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Aurora Home for SeniorsGranada Hills · 1.2 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Alalik Care HomeGranada Hills · 1.5 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity of Granada HillsGranada Hills · 1.7 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Alaga HomesNorthridge · 2.4 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Healthy Life Service FacilityNorth Hills · 3.3 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- California State Health GroupNorth Hills · 3.9 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- A Caring Touch Board and CareChatsworth · 4.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Breath of Sunshine PlusNorthridge · 4.4 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Breath of SunshineNorth Hills · 4.7 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape Senior ResidenceChatsworth · 4.7 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Lily of the ValleyNorthridge · 4.9 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Paradise in the ValleyNorthridge · 4.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 16439 Bircher Street, 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 2025, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated August 1, 2026.
- On file since
- 2025
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- August 1, 2026
- Occupied · January 15, 2026 visit
- 6 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated January 15, 2026. 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.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents
Aug 1, 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, Nareneh Ohanian, and advised her of the reason for the visit. At approximately 10:15am, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. The facility is a one story building. The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector are dual and inter-connected. The facility has one fire extinguisher, located by the kitchen. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food sealed and properly stored. Knives were locked and stored in a kitchen drawer. Cleaning supplies are locked underneath the kitchen sink. Bedrooms: There are four (4) bedrooms designated for client use. All four bedrooms can be shared, with bedroom #3 having the bedridden fire clearance (per STD 850). Bedrooms, are observed to be properly furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting and closet space. BATHROOMS: The facility has three (3) bathrooms. Bedroom #4 has it's own bathroom with shower. There is a full bath in the hallway, next to bedroom #1. There is another full bath in between rooms #2 and #3. All bathrooms were observed to have the proper fixtures, grab bars, and non-skid mats. The hot water delivered in the bathrooms measured at 118 to 120 degrees. COMMON AREAS: These included the living and dining room. The living room has sufficient seating furnished with a large and small couch and coffee table. The dining room table is large enough to seat six (6) individuals. There is a fireplace with a screen and a glass slide. No key or fireplace fixtures present. LAUNDRY ROOM: The laundry room is located adjacent to the first common bathroom in the hallway. It will be kept locked at all times as cleaning supplies and detergents will be maintained there. MEDICATIONS: The medication closet is located near the front entrance. It was locked. Medication and Medication Records were reviewed for proper storage and documentation. OFFICE/STAFF WORKSTATION: Staff Office/Workstation is located between rooms #2 and #3. Resident Files: LPA conducted a file review of resident records to insure compliance with licensing forms. Staff Files: LPA conducted a file review of staff records to insure compliance with licensing forms. GARAGE: No garage, car port only. SURROUNDING GROUNDS: The driveway, passageways and entrance to the home was clear of obstruction. All entry and exit doors have a functional auditory alert when the doors open. The backyard of the facility has a patio and backyard furniture to accommodate the six (6) residents. The facility backyard has sufficient yard space. There is no swimming pool or any other bodies of water. There are two storage sheds that are locked and used to keep supplies. Side gate/exit is clear of obstruction. 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 the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 1, 2026
Jan 15, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not seek timely medical attention for a resident Unqualified staff is providing care and supervision
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted a complaint visit to the facility to investigate the above allegations. LPA met with staff, Aida Nazaryan, and advised her of the complaint. The administrator, Narineh Ohanian was advised and intervewied over the phone. Today's investigation consisted of interviews with residents and staff, record revew, and a physical plant inspection. Staff did not seek timely medical attention for a resident: In regards to the allegation, it's being reported that on or around 01/05/26, Resident 1 (R1) fell out of bed around 3AM, but the licensee did not provide immediate medical attention in calling the paramedics to assess R1 while R1 was complaining of pain. Between 10:00am to 11:00am, LPA made a physical plant inspection. Between 11:00am to 12:00pm, LPA conducted, interviews with the administrator and two (2) of two staff who all deny the allegation. Administrator and staff confirm R1 fell at 3:00am on 01/05/26, and Unsubstantiated immediate attention was provided. R1 was assessed by staff, and no injuries observed at the time. R1 was asked if they would like the paramedics to be called to transport to the hospital for further assessment, but R1 declined. It wasn't until noon time when R1 was exhibiting some pain and discomfort that paramedics were called, and R1 was taken to the hospital for an assessment. Administrator aware of injuries incurred from the fall. R1's discharge is pending, but R1 will not be returning to facility. Between 12:00pm and 1:00pm, LPA conducted a record review. Between 1:00pm and 2:00pm, LPA conducted interviews with five (5) of five residents. Residents interviewed expressed no concerns of their needs not being met. Moreover, these residents could not corroborate with the allegation of staff not seeking timely medical attention for R1. Therefore, based on the information obtained, the allegation of Staff not seeking timely medical attention for R1 is Unsubstantiated at this time. Unqualified staff is providing care and supervision: In regards to the allegation, it was reported that staff at the facility are not licensed caregivers. Interviews with the administrator and two (2) of two staff were made between 11:00am to 12:00pm. Interviews with the administrator and staff deny the allegation, stating they've received the required first aid and staff training to satisfy requirement. In addition, LPA conducted a record review of staff records between 12:00pm to 1:00pm to confirm staff has met the required training to satisfy licensing requirement. Based on the information obtained, there was insufficient evidence to prove that Unqualified staff is providing care and supervision. Therefore, the allegation is deemed Unsubstantiated at this time.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 15, 2026 · control 31-AS-20260108101655
Jun 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted a Pre-Licensing Inspection with the applicant representative/administrator, Narineh Ohanian. An Application to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) was received by Community Care Licensing (CCL) on November 6, 2024. A fire clearance was approved on February 20, 2025 for five (5) non-ambulatory residents and one (1) bedridden resident, for a total capacity of six. The applicant is also requesting a hospice waiver to retain six (6) residents. The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector are dual and inter-connected. The facility has one new fire extinguisher, located by the kitchen. It was was purchased on February 11, 2025. A tour of the physical plant was initiated at approximately 9:50am and the following was observed: KITCHEN: The facility has a Kitchen area that is equipped with a refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave oven and sink. There were adequate supplies of perishable and nonperishable food and dining ware to accommodate a maximum capacity of six (6). Knives were observed locked in a kitchen drawer. BEDROOMS: There are four (4) bedrooms designated for client use. All four bedrooms can be shared, with bedroom #3 having the bedridden fire clearance (per STD 850). The applicant furnished the resident bedrooms with beds, night stand, chairs, dresser, bedding and linen. Each bedrooms have sufficient lighting and closet space. Additional linen and towels are kept in the linen closet, out in the hallway BATHROOMS: The facility has three (3) bathrooms. Bedroom #4 has it's own bathroom with shower. There is a full bath in the hallway, next to bedroom #1. There is another full bath in between rooms #2 and #3. All bathrooms were observed to have the proper fixtures, grab bars, and non-skid mats. The hot water delivered in the bathrooms measured at 116 degrees. COMMON AREAS: These included the living and dining room. The living room is furnished with a large and small couch and coffee table. The dining room table was large enough to seat six (6) individuals. There is a television placed by the dining room, with an activity table with board games underneath. There is a fireplace with a screen and a glass slide. No key or fireplace fixtures present. There is a sign in table by the dining room table, where the first aid and first aid manual is kept. LAUNDRY ROOM: The laundry room is located adjacent to the first common bathroom in the hallway. It will be kept locked at all times as cleaning supplies and detergents will be maintained there. MEDICATIONS: The medication closet is located near the front entrance. It has a lock. Staff and resident records will also be maintained there. OFFICE/STAFF WORKSTATION: Staff Office/Workstation is located between rooms #2 and #3. GARAGE: No garage, car port only. SURROUNDING GROUNDS: The driveway, passageways and entrance to the home was clear of obstruction. All entry and exit doors have a functional auditory alert when the doors open. The backyard of the facility has a patio and backyard furniture to accommodate the six (6) residents. The facility backyard has sufficient yard space. There is no swimming pool or any other bodies of water. There are two storage sheds that will be locked and used to keep supplies. Side gate/exit is clear of obstruction. In addition to the Pre-Licensing inspection, a Component III power point presentation was also held. Pursuant to Title 22, Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, the facility's physical environment is compliant and ready for licensure. CAB will be advised and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 13, 2025
Apr 10, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
COMP II by CAB successfully completed Method: Phone Call at CAB Applicant/administrator participated in COMP II at CAB telephone call with analyst at CAB. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified by presenting photo ID via phone. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed the understanding of Title 22. Component II was successfully completed. Applicant and administrator were advised to email/fax signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID to CAB. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Staff qualifications and responsibilities 3. Applicant and Administrator qualifications 4. Program policy: Abuse, admission agreement, medication management, reporting incidents to CCL, restricted & prohibited conditions 5. Grievances, Complaints, Community resources 6. Physical plant, food service 7. Application document review and technical assistance: Criminal record clearance, Health screening, Fire clearance, First Aid/CPR certificate, Administrator certificate, Financial verification, Pre-licensing inspection, Compliance history, Control of propertythe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 10, 2025
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?
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