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Small home · Licensed for 6 · Chico
Carmel House
6 Carmel Place, Chico, CA 95973Licensed since 2017
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: DementiaState licensing record · October 26, 2026
- Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record
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Care and support
- Dementia
Not on file: wheelchair, hospice and bedridden approvals.
Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. 6 MON-AMBULATORY
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026
As needs change
If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Carmel House: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines and staying through hospice. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,850a month to start
Likely $4,000–$6,000
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$4,850likely a month
Starting monthly rate$4,850likely $4,000–$6,000
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 15 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 (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $4,000–$6,150
- $4,850
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,700–$9,350
- $7,350
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
- 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 October 1, 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.
Rates at nearby homes8 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,390 to $5,558
8 homes like this within 15 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$5,500.
- Townsend HouseChico · 0.8 mi · Mid-size home$3,750Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- Almond Blossom Assisted Living-WestChico · 2.2 mi · Small home$5,400Listed on its own website · cost is a combination of rent and level of care. almond blossom starts at around · seen October 27, 2026
- The Courtyard at Little Chico CreekChico · 3.3 mi · Mid-size home$5,558Listed on its own website · studio · seen October 5, 2026
- Roseleaf Senior CareChico · 3.6 mi · Mid-size home$3,390Listed on its own website · pricing starts as low as · seen October 27, 2026
- Almond Blossom Assisted Living BH 2Chico · 3.7 mi · Small home$5,400Listed on its own website · cost is a combination of rent and level of care. almond blossom starts at around · seen October 27, 2026
- Almond Blossom Assisted Living-BH 1Chico · 3.7 mi · Small home$5,400Listed on its own website · cost is a combination of rent and level of care. almond blossom starts at around · seen October 27, 2026
- Sunshine Assisted Living - The HouseParadise · 14 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Sunshine Assisted Living - The CottageParadise · 14 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 15 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.
- 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.
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 move-in 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.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.
The best way to see it is a visit.
Request a tourWhere it is
6 Carmel Place, Chico, CA 95973Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
Opening the neighborhood map…
- Enloe Rehabilitation CenterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list0.7 mi
Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).
Open directionsThe state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #45002811 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 3 of 7 documents
20261 state visit · 1 document
Aug 27, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On August 27 2026 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sarah Benson arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year inspection. LPA was met at the door by care staff Corinne Bermudez who called the Licensee/administrator Jeanine Murphy (cert #7009696740 exp: 11-05-26. LPA Benson explained the purpose of the visit. Administrator certificate is current. All six (6) residents and one (1) staff were present in the facility during the inspection. LPA Benson and administrator toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to four (4) resident rooms, common areas, two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and back yard. Staff and resident files were reviewed. Medications were also reviewed. Medication is locked in a locked closet. All bedrooms had required furniture, bedding, lighting and windows with screens. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. Food appears to be stored and prepared properly. Facility has required (7) seven-day non-perishable and (2) day perishable supply of food. The areas observed were found to be odor-free, clean and in good repair. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature. First aid kit fully stocked and ready for emergency use. Fire extinguisher fully charged. Smoke detectors are all operational. Fire extinguisher fully charged and last inspected in 09-18-25. Hot water temperature measured within required Title 22 regulations of 105 degrees F and 120 degrees F. All employees requiring background checks are cleared. There is a schedule of activities planned for the clients. All required postings are displayed within the facility. No pools/bodies of water are on the premises. No firearms are on premises. The last disaster drill was conducted and documented on 08-13-26, the facility has been conducting drills every 3 months. LPA interviewed one resident and one staff. The following deficiencies were observed (See LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted, a copy of the report, and appeal rights provided to administrator,the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 27, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Sep 15, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On September 15, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kayla Adkison arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a 1-Year Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Facility Administrator, Jeanine Murphy, and explained the purpose of the visit. Six (6) residents and two (2) staff were present in the facility during the inspection. LPA and Administrator toured the facility together to ensure health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to: common areas, four (4) resident bedrooms, kitchen, backyard, and two (2) common restrooms. All areas observed were found to be clean and in good repair. LPA observed each bedroom to have the required furnishings, working lights, and windows with screens. Facility has a 2-day perishable and a 7-day non-perishable amount of food. The facility has a menu planned for clients to include special diet needs. LPA observed all sharps to be kept locked in a cabinet and inaccessible to residents. LPA observed medications to be locked in a cabinet and inaccessible to residents. The facility has variety of games, audiotapes, and activities available for resident use. LPA observed two (2) fire extinguishers which were last inspected in September 2024. The facility has already scheduled for them to be inspected this month. LPA observed an emergency disaster drill log with the last drill conducted in August 2025. The facility is conducting drills monthly. LPA observed a complete first aid kit ready for emergency use. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. LPA reviewed a total of four (4) residents' files and four (4) staff files which contained all required documentation. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of this inspection Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was provided, via email, to Administrator, Jeanine Murphythe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 15, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jul 9, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 07/09/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaynae Boyles, arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a 1-Year Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Facility Administrator, Jeanine Murphy and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Boyles and Administrator toured facility together to ensure health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to: common areas, resident bedrooms, backyard, and common restrooms. LPA observed the facility to be clean, in good repair and odor-free. The facility experienced damage to the roof and the Administrator is working to have the building damage repaired. The Administrator will advise the LPA of the repairs. LPA observed each bathroom to have the necessary grab bars, non-skid flooring or shower chair, paper towels, trash can with lids and 20-second hand-washing poster. LPA observed all the resident bedrooms to have the required furnishings, working lights and windows with screens. LPA observed a resident bed to be blocking a sliding door to the the backyard. Facility has a 2-day perishable and a 7-day non-perishable amount of food and sharps to be locked. Hot water temperature was measured at 120 F. LPA observed three (3) fire extinguishers, fire detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors. LPA observed the first aid kit to be complete and ready for emergency use. LPA observed medications and chemicals to be locked and stored inaccessible to residents. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. LPA reviewed a total of five (5) residents' files and (3) staff files. Resident files contained all of the required documentation. Staff files missing annual training. Several topics were discussed. Deficiencies cited from Title 22 Regulations and or the California Health and Safety Code. An exit interview was conducted, and Plans of Corrections were reviewed and developed collaboratively. A copy of this report, LIC 809-D, and Appeal Rights were discussed and provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 9, 2024
Earlier years2021 to 2023 · 4 documents
20232 state visits · 2 documents
Aug 16, 2023Facility evaluation reportPOCReport on file
Type of visit: POC
LPA Jaynae Boyles and LPM Lauren Crocker made an unannounced visit to the facility today to clear the deficiency cited at the annual inspection dated 8/9/2023. The deficiency was observed to be cleared and a POC letter was generated and left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 16, 2023
Aug 9, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 08/09/2023, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Jaynae Boyles and Kerry Hiratsuka arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a 1-Year Required Annual Inspection. LPAs met with Facility Administrator,Jeanine Murphy and explained the purpose of the visit. LPAs Boyles, Hiratsuka and Administrator toured facility together to ensure health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to: common areas, resident bedrooms, backyard, shed, and common restrooms. LPA's observed the facility to be clean, in good repair and odor-free and each bathroom to have the necessary grab bars, non-skid flooring or shower chair, paper towels, trash can with lids and 20-second hand-washing poster. Facility has a 2-day perishable and a 7-day non-perishable amount of food. Hot water temperature was measured at 118 F. LPA observed three (3) fire extinguishers, fire detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors. LPA reviewed a total of three (3) residents' files and 3 staff files. The following deficiencies were observed and cited: -bed blocking an exit to the outside. Immediate civil penalties of $500.00 issued today. Exits to the outside cannot be blocked and is a fire safety issue -no current staff training logs. The last training log for staff was 2022. Staff are required to have annual training and it needs to be logged. -no current emergency evacuation drills. Per Title 22 regulations emergency evacuation drills are to be done quarterly for each shift. Deficiencies cited from Title 22 Regulations and or the California Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct shall result in civil penalties. appeal rights left $500.00 immediate civil penalties were issued Exit interview conducted and copy of report left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 9, 2023
20221 state visit · 1 document
Sep 8, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
09/08/2022 11:30 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rebecca Knight arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year Inspection utilizing the infection control domain. LPA met with administrator Jeanine Murphy and explained the purpose of the visit. Prior to initiating the annual inspection, LPA completed required COVID-19 testing protocols, and a daily self-screening questionnaire for symptoms of COVID-19 infection to affirm no COVID-19 related symptoms. LPA ensured they applied hand sanitizer before entering the facility and the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn: N-95 Mask, and gloves. Additionally, LPA Knight was screened by facility staff. LPA Knight and Ms Murphy toured facility together to ensure health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to common areas, four (4) resident bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas, and back yard. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. LPA Knight and Ms. Murphy completed the infection control domain and facility was found to be in substantial compliance at this time. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of todays inspection. Exit interview conducted and copy of report was emailed to Jeanine Murphythe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 8, 2022
20211 state visit · 1 document
Sep 24, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 9/24/2021 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Misty Valencia arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year Inspection utilizing the infection control domain, LPA met with Jeanine Murphy, Administrator and explained the purpose of the visit. Prior to initiating the annual inspection, LPA completed required COVID-19 testing protocols, and a daily self-screening questionnaire for symptoms of COVID-19 infection to affirm no COVID-19 related symptoms; contacted licensee and completed a facility risk assessment. LPA ensured they applied hand sanitizer before entering the facility and the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn: Surgical Mask. Additional LPA was screen at the back door before entering the facility. LPA Valencia and Ms Murphy toured facility together to ensure health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to common areas, four (4) resident bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas, and back yard. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. LPA Valencia and Ms. Murphy completed the infection control domain and facility was found to be in substantial compliance at this time. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of todays inspection. Copy of the report was emailed to Ms. Murphythe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 24, 2021
License holder
Murphy, Jeanine & Joseph, licensed since 2017.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2017, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 6
- Total complaints
- 0
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
- Type A citations
- 0
- Type B citations
- 0
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2017, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Compare with homes the same size
| This home | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Type A citations | 0 | 0 |
| Type B citations | 0 | 0 |
| Substantiated allegations | 0 | 0 |
| Total complaints | 0 | 0 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
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 stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Carmel House
Is Carmel House licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Carmel House licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Carmel House been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Carmel House still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.
What does Carmel House cost?
$4,850 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,000–$6,000. 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 8 small homes and similar homes within 15 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 Chico that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,750 to $5,400 a month, and the middle figure is $5,400 (n = 6 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date between September and October 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 Carmel House take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 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 Murphy, Jeanine & Joseph, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Enloe Rehabilitation Center is 0.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Carmel House keep a resident on hospice?
Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”
Carmel House license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “CARMEL HOUSE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #45002811. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Murphy, Jeanine & Joseph, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 27, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Nearby
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Starting rate
$5,325 a month to start
Listed by the home on A Place for Mom · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Typical starting rate
$3,400 a month to start
Typical in Butte County · likely $2,250–$5,050On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Starting rate
$3,750 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,700 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,700–$6,200On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,800 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,800–$6,300On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,000 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,100–$6,150On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
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