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Caring Hands for the Elderly

Small home·Licensed for 6·Modesto, California

Licensed since 2017Licence #502700113
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$3,800 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,100–$4,700
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitApril 14, 2026CDSS inspection record

Caring Hands for the Elderly is a small care home in Modesto — 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 2017. 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 Caring Hands for the Elderly

Is Caring Hands for the Elderly licensed?

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

How many residents is Caring Hands for the Elderly licensed for?

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

Has Caring Hands for the Elderly been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 8 state visits over the same years.

Is Caring Hands for the Elderly still open?

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

What does Caring Hands for the Elderly cost?

$3,800 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,100–$4,700. 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 9 small homes and similar homes within 9 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 in Modesto that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $4,900 a month, and the middle figure is $3,400 (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 Caring Hands for the Elderly 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 Guerrero, Ana, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Modesto is 0.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Caring Hands for the Elderly keep a resident on hospice?

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

Caring Hands for the Elderly license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “CARING HANDS FOR THE ELDERLY”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #502700113. 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 Guerrero, Ana, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 8 state inspection visits since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 8 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is April 14, 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 IS 60 AND OVER. UP TO 6 NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR UP TO FOUR (4) HOSPICE RESIDENTS.

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

$3,800a month to start

Likely $3,100–$4,700

From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$3,800a month

Likely $3,100–$4,900

With a shared room and basic help.

An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$3,800likely $3,100–$4,700

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar homes within 9 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 $3,100–$4,900
$3,800
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,650–$8,100
$5,800
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 9 small homes and similar homes within 9 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.

9 homes like this within 9 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,850–$5,000.

  • 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 9 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 4229 Gabriel Way, Modesto, CA 95356Address 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 2021, the state has filed 8 documents for this home, and its records count 8 visits since 2017. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 14, 2026.

On file since
2021
State visits
8
Most recent visit
April 14, 2026

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints0typical 0

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2017.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202622020251102024110202311020221102021220

The last 36 months — 4 of 8 documents

20262 state visits · 2 documents
Apr 14, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: POC

Unannounced Plan of Correction visit made out to this facility on 04/14/2026 by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Charlie Yang. This LPA was met by the facility designated Administrator Ana Guerrero. A brief interview was conducted with the facility designated representative at this time. Current census was 5 residents. The purpose of this visit was to follow up on the deficiencies that were cited from a prior annual visit conducted on 03/13/2026. This visit was to follow up on the Plan of Correction that was due. The following deficiencies were observed and cited on 03/13/2026: The licensee shall ensure that a separate, complete, and current record is maintained for each resident in the facility or in a central administrative location readily available to facility staff and to licensing agency staff. Plan of Correction clearance letter was printed and a copy was provided to the facility designated Administrator at this time. There were no further deficiencies observed or cited during today's Plan of Correction visit. Exit Interviewthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 14, 2026
Mar 13, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Unannounced Annual visit made out to this facility on 03/13/2026 by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Charlie Yang. This LPA was met by the facility caregivers, Nicolett Groves and Isheika Newman, who were briefly interviewed at this time. This LPA requested that they go ahead and contact the facility designated Administrator, Ana Guerrero, to inform her that CCL was present at this time. The facility designated Administrator, Ana Guerrero, was present at this facility at this time. Current census was 6 residents. It was learned that there was (1) resident under the care of hospice at this time. This facility does have an approved waiver to be able to accept and retain up to (4) residents under the care of hospice at any given time. It was learned that this facility has a program to be able to accept and retain dementia residents at any given time. It was learned that there was (1) resident diagnosed with dementia at this time. It was learned that there weren't any residents receiving services through home health at this time. It was learned that this facility does not have a bedridden fire clearance to be able to accept or retain any residents deemed to be bedridden at any given time. Tour of this facility was conducted. Dining area, living area, and all other areas intended for resident use were toured. Furniture and furnishings were observed to be sufficient and able to meet the needs of the residents at this time. Linen closet, located in facility hallway closet, was reviewed and observed to contain a sufficient supply of towels, sheets, and bedding able to meet the needs of the residents at this time. Kitchen area was toured. Kitchen drawers and cabinets were opened and reviewed. Food supply for 2-day perishable and 7-day nonperishable quantities was reviewed to make sure that they were in compliance at all times. Pantry area was toured. Garage area was toured. Laundry area, located next to the garage area, was toured and observed to be locked at this time. A review of the bleach, detergent, and all other cleaning supplies was conducted to make sure that they were locked and made inaccessible to the residents at this time. Administrator certificate # 7010978740 for Ana Guerrero which was observed to expire on 10/29/2027 and in compliance at this time. Medication cabinet, located in the facility kitchen cabinets, was observed to be locked and made inaccessible to the residents at this time. First aid kit, located in the kitchen cabinet, was reviewed. This LPA observed that it did contain all of the required components at this time. Fire extinguisher located hanging on the wall adjacent to the kitchen was observed to have been annually inspected by the local fire extinguisher company, Assured Fire Extinguisher Services, with the inspection date of 08/22/2025 and in compliance at this time. Facility resident bedrooms were toured. Furniture and furnishings were observed to be sufficient and able to meet the needs of the residents at this time. Facility resident restrooms were toured. Grab bars and non skid mats were observed to be present and in good repair at this time. Hot water temperatures were taken to make sure that they were within the allowed range of 105-120 degrees at all times. A tour of the facility exterior grounds was conducted. A review of the facility perimeter fence, side gates, and all other exits was conducted. A review of (4) facility personnel records was conducted and noted on the following LIC 859. A review of (6) facility resident records was conducted and noted on the following LIC 858. The following forms and documents were requested to be updated and submitted into CCL for review by this LPA: LIC 308 LIC 400 LIC 500 LIC 610 The following deficiencies were observed and cited on the following LIC 809-D pursuant to Title 22 Rules and Regulations, Health and Safety Codes. Appeal Rights were printed and a version was given to the facility designated Administrator at this time. Exit Interviewthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 13, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Apr 4, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 04/04/2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Arielle Pascua and Triel Lindstrom arrived unannounced to this facility to conduct an annual visit. LPAs met with Staff members (SM), Nicollete Groves and Sharion Lamison and explained the purpose of the visit. LPAs asked that SM Groves call the Facility Designated Administrator (FDA), Ana Guerrero that CCL was present at this time. Shortly after, LPAs met with FDA Guerrero. Current census was 6. A brief interview with FDA Guerrero was conducted. This facility is licensed to serve and retain 6 elderly residents whom of which all may be non-ambulatory. This facility also has a hospice waiver for 4 residents at this time. LPA Pascua toured the grounds and observed them to be well maintained. All paths were free of obstruction. LPA Pascua toured the physical plant. The facility is a single story building with 4 bedrooms. There are 2 double occupancy rooms and 2 single occupancy rooms. The facility was observed to be sanitary and free of odor. There was adequate furnishings and lighting throughout. The facility maintains an adequate supply of linens. All furniture was observed to be in good repair. LPA Pascua inspected the kitchen and observed all knives to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. There was in excess of a 2 day supply of perishable food and a 7 day supply of non-perishable food. Food in the refrigerator was labeled with the date opened. There was no expired food product observed. Lunch service was provided during the course of this inspection and residents received different lunches according to each individual's preference. There was fresh fruit and vegetables available. The smoke detectors were also observed to be in good working order. The fire extinguisher was last serviced in on 08/23/2024 and is in compliance. The first aid kit was observed to be complete. LPA Pascua reviewed 3 resident files and 3 staff files all of which were complete and up to date. The administrator has a active administrator certificate #701097840 and expires on 10/29/2025. The medications were observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. The facility monitors and logs the effectiveness of PRN's given. The Medication Administration Record was compared to medication on hand and was consistent. The facility does not handle any Personal and Incidental funds. The following forms to be submitted to department: -LIC 308 -LIC 400 -LIC 500 -LIC 610E The facility is in substantial compliance. No deficiencies were observed. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 4, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Feb 22, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 2/22/24 Licensing Program Analyst (LP) Maja Jensen arrived at facility unannounced to conduct a required one year annual visit. LPA Jensen met with Administrator Ana Guerrero and explained the purpose of today's visit. LPA Jensen toured the grounds and observed them to be well maintained. All paths were free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water on the premises. There is outdoor furniture for resident activities with shade available. LPA Jensen toured the physical plant. The facility is a single story building with 4 bedrooms. There are 2 double occupancy rooms and 2 single occupancy rooms. The facility was observed to be sanitary and free of odor. There was adequate furnishings and lighting throughout. The facility maintains an adequate supply of linens. All furniture was observed to be in good repair. LPA Jensen inspected the kitchen and observed all knives to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. There was in excess of a 2 day supply of perishable food and a 7 day supply of non-perishable food. Food in the refrigerator was labeled with the date opened. There was no expired food product observed. Lunch service was provided during the course of this inspection and residents received different lunches according to each individual's preference. There was fresh fruit and vegetables available. LPA Jensen tested the carbon monoxide detector and observed it to be good working order. The smoke detectors were also observed to be in good working order. The fire extinguisher was last serviced in August of 2023 and is in compliance. The first aid kit was observed to be complete. Fire drills are conducted and logged in compliance with regulation. The Emergency disaster plan was posted and in compliance. All required postings were prominently displayed. The facility maintains an emergency supply of water and lighting. The infection control plan has been submitted and is in compliance. LPA Jensen conducted interviews with 2 residents, both who were satisfied with the care they receive and the accommodations. LPA Jensen interviewed 1 staff member who was able to respond to all questions appropriately. LPA Jensen reviewed 5 of 5 resident files. All files were observed to be complete. LPA Jensen reviewed 6 of 6 staff files and all staff files were observed to be complete and in compliance. LPA Jensen reviewed the facility advertising materials which were observed to be in compliance. The facility provides internet service and telephone service for clients in care. The medications were observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. The facility monitors and logs the effectiveness of PRN's given. The Medication Administration Record was compared to medication on hand and was consistent. The facility does not handle any Personal and Incidental funds. LPA Jensen requested and received an updated LIC 500, a current copy of the liability insurance and an LIC 308. The inspection tool was used during the course of this visit. LPA Jensen inspected the grounds and interior then left the facility for lunch and returned to conduct file reviews. The facility currently has a hospice waiver for 4. LPA Jensen discussed requesting an increase in the hospice waiver and recommended that an increase be sought should the need arise so the Department can assess the situation on a case by case basis. The facility is in substantial compliance. No deficiencies were observed. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 22, 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 ↗

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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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