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Brookdale Manor of Carmel
Small home·Licensed for 6·Carmel, California
- Care approvals on fileHospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,300 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,350–$6,550
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitDecember 4, 2025CDSS inspection record
Brookdale Manor of Carmel is a small care home in Carmel — 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 2003. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care and dementia care are not on file.
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 Brookdale Manor of Carmel
Is Brookdale Manor of Carmel licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Brookdale Manor of Carmel licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Brookdale Manor of Carmel been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2003, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Brookdale Manor of Carmel still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Brookdale Manor of Carmel cost?
$5,300 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,350–$6,550. 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 15 small homes and similar homes within 39 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 6 other homes of a similar licensed size across Monterey County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,500 (n = 6 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 Brookdale Manor of Carmel 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 Bellhaven, Corp., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula is 4.2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Brookdale Manor of Carmel 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.
Brookdale Manor of Carmel license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “BROOKDALE MANOR OF CARMEL”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #275201286. 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 Bellhaven, Corp., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2003, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2003, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2003, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2003, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is December 4, 2025, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 3 residents
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
LICENSED TO SERVE AGES SIXTY (60) AND OVER. THREE (3) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR SIX (6) SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE HOSPICE.
935 - ELDERLY
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
4 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?”
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation not on file
Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,300a month to start
Likely $4,350–$6,550
From 15 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,300a month
Likely $4,350–$6,700
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$5,300likely $4,350–$6,550
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 15 small homes and similar homes within 39 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 $4,350–$6,700
- $5,300
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,050–$9,750
- $7,300
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 15 small homes and similar homes within 39 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.
15 homes like this within 39 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,950–$6,500.
- 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 15 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Carmel VillaCarmel · 0.1 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape of CarmelCarmel · 2.7 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Flanders Court of CarmelCarmel · 2.8 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Carmelo ParkMonterey · 4.3 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa Mirage of CarmelCarmel Valley · 8.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- El Camino Real ManorMarina · 11 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rachelle's Home IFreedom · 28 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Twin Lakes ManorSanta Cruz · 31 mi · Mid-size home$4,250Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Seaview Guest HomeAptos · 31 mi · Small home$4,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Paradise Assisted CareSanta Cruz · 32 mi · Mid-size home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Valley Haven IIISanta Cruz · 32 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Hanover Guest HomeSanta Cruz · 32 mi · Mid-size home$2,750Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Maple HouseSanta Cruz · 32 mi · Mid-size home$5,500Listed on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026
- Clearview CarehomesHollister · 32 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Whispering Pines InnHollister · 38 mi · Mid-size home$2,889Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 6385 Brookdale Drive, Carmel, CA 93923Address 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 2021, the state has filed 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2003. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated December 4, 2025.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- December 4, 2025
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints0typical 0
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2003.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents
Dec 4, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V Gorban conducted an unannounced visit today for the facility’s annual inspection. LPA met with administrator Julie Galeano, stated the purpose of the visit and as allowed entry in to the facility. There are currently 6 residents who reside at this home and there are two of them with dementia diagnose. LPA inspected the interior and the exterior of the facility including the common living spaces, resident bedrooms and bathrooms, medication storage in the kitchen, garage and outdoor areas. Bedrooms were clean and in good repair. There is a locked storage for medications. Food supply is adequate for 2-day perishable and 7-day nonperishable. Fire extinguisher service date recorded on 12/2/2025 with emergency fire drill recorded in December, 2024 . Smoke alarms were tested and are operational. The home has a carbon monoxide detector. Water temperature was tested at 110 degrees. First Aid kit is on site. LPA reviewed facility Plan of Operations, Infection Control Plan, and Emergency Disaster Plan. LPA reviewed facility staff files, and 4 facility resident files. Resident 2 has expired medical assessment. Incomplete Plan Of Operations, Infection Control , And Emergency Disaster Plan. Resident 2 does not have annually updated needs and services plan. Emergency Disaster Plan needs to be updated and more specific/updated. Infection Control Plan needs to be more specific/updated. Staff missing required files. Facility does not have Plan of Operation available for review. The following deficiencies observed or cited during today's inspection per California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Exit interview conducted with administrator, report signed and copy of this report with appeal rights provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 4, 2025
Nov 7, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 11/07/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V. Gorban arrived unannounced at the above facility to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was granted entry to the facility. LPA toured the facility with lead staff Julie Galeano. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, of 77 degrees F. Facility is free of debris, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed. Common areas were properly furnished and well-lit throughout. During the visit the facility residents were resting after lunch. Department phone number and infection prevention information signs were posted thought the facility. Inspecting kitchen LPA observed the required 7-day supply of non-perishable food and 2- day supply of fresh perishables to be properly stored. An emergency disaster supply was observed. A fire extinguisher was observed with service date of 12/20/2023. All private residents’ 6 bedroom observed to be at comfortable temperatures. The bathroom’s water temperature was tested and recorded reading of 112 degrees F. Medications records storage observed to be locked in a cabinet in a hallway. Cleaning supplies were observed to be in a locked cabinet in the storage it the laundry room. An outdoor seating area was observed operational for residents in care. The facility phone number is 831-309-7909 LPA reviewed staff and residents’ files. No deficiency were observed and/or cited during this visit. Exit interview conducted. A report was signed, and a copy of this report was provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 7, 2024
May 14, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Health Checks
On 5/14/2024, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) D. Ayers arrived unannounced to conduct a case management inspection. LPA met with Caregiver Julia Galeano and announced the purpose of the inspection. LPA conducted the inspection to verify the status of the facility and ensure the health and safety of residents in care. There was one resident and one staff member at the time of inspection. LPA toured the facility inside and outside. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. A copy of the report was provided and exit interview conducted.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 14, 2024
Dec 5, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 12/5/2023, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) D. Ayers arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct a Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Administrator Cyrul Tupino and announced the purpose of the inspection. At the time of inspection there were six residents residing in the facility, three of whom were receiving hospice care services.. LPA toured the facility inside and outside. Pathways and doors were clear and free from obstruction. Smoke-detectors and carbon-monoxide detectors were present and operational. Facility was clean and odor free. LPA observed sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable foodstuffs. Common areas were clean, adequately furnished, and adequately lit. Resident bedrooms were clean and had required minimum furnishings. Resident bathrooms were clean, odor free, and water temperature was within required temperature range. Sharp items and detergents were secured in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. Medications were secured in a locked cabinet in the kitchen, and medications appeared to be administered properly. The fence had a self-locking latch mechanism, and there was adequate outdoor seating for residents. LPA observed a a supply of clean linens and extra hygiene items for residents. LPA reviewed facility plan of operations and emergency disaster plan. LPA reviewed a sample of staff and resident files. Files contained required documantation and records. LPA requested the following documents: LIC 500 Personnel Report, LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility, LIC 610-E the Emergency Disaster Plan, proof of liability insurance, and a copy of current Administrator’s Certificate to update the facility file. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection, exit interview conducted with Licensee, a copy of the report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 5, 2023
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?
- 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 Monterey County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Carmel Villa
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$7,000 a month to start · Listed by the home
Casa Carmel
Carmel · Small home · 0.7 mi away
$5,650 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Carmel Valley Manor
Carmel · Large community · 2.0 mi away
$4,500 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Cottages of Carmel
Carmel · Large community · 2.4 mi away
$5,800 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Agape of Carmel
Carmel · Small home · 2.7 mi away
$6,000 a month to start · Listed by the home
Flanders Court of Carmel
Carmel · Small home · 2.8 mi away
$6,000 a month to start · Listed by the home