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Carmel Valley Manor

Large community·Licensed for 258·Carmel, California

Licensed since 1993Licence #270700110
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,500 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,500–$5,700
  • Home sizeLicensed for 258Large care community · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitOctober 23, 2025CDSS inspection record

Carmel Valley Manor is a large care community 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 258 residents since 1993. Dementia care and bedridden 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 Carmel Valley Manor

Is Carmel Valley Manor licensed?

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

How many residents is Carmel Valley Manor licensed for?

258 residents — a large community, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has Carmel Valley Manor been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 1993, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.

Is Carmel Valley Manor still open?

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

What does Carmel Valley Manor cost?

$4,500 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,500–$5,700. 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 14 communities with 50 or more beds within 38 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 $3,795 to $4,595 a month, and the middle figure is $4,445 (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 Carmel Valley Manor 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 Northern California Congregational Retirement Home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Can Carmel Valley Manor keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 5 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Carmel Valley Manor license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “CARMEL VALLEY MANOR”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #270700110. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed for 258 residents — a large community, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed to Northern California Congregational Retirement Home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 1993, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 7 state inspection visits since 1993, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 1993, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 1993, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is October 23, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved by the state
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 5 residents
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

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
24 MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY TO BE HOUSED IN HILLCREST ROOM 102-211. WAIVER ON FILE TO ALLOW FACILITY TO CARE FOR UP TO 12 RESIDENTS WITH DEMENTIA AND HOSPICE WAIVER FOR FIVE(5) HOSPICE RESIDENTS.

938 - CONTINUE CARE CONTRACT (CCC)

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Medicines

    Level of medication service: reminders only

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

    caring.com · 2026-09-09

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 5 — 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

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?”

  • 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?”

Care & day-to-day support

These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.

  • Level of medication serviceReminders only

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Nights & staffing

  • Nurse coverageNurse on Staff (Part time)

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,500a month to start

Likely $3,500–$5,700

From 14 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,500a month

Likely $3,500–$5,850

With a studio 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

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$4,500likely $3,500–$5,700

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 14 communities with 50 or more beds within 38 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 $3,500–$5,850
$4,500
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,250–$8,950
$6,500
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 14 communities with 50 or more beds within 38 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.

14 homes like this within 38 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,600–$5,500.

  • 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 14 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 8545 Carmel Valley Road, 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 7 documents for this home, and its records count 7 visits since 1993. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated October 23, 2025.

On file since
2021
State visits
7
Most recent visit
October 23, 2025

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 1
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 2
  • Total complaints0typical 6

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 1,354 licensed larger communities (16+ 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 1993.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20252302024110202311020221102021110

The last 36 months — 5 of 7 documents

20252 state visits · 3 documents
Oct 23, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/23/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V Gorban arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Administrator and Chief Operating Officer (AD) Christine Regan, certification number 7018654740, and expiration date LPA conducted tour inside and out of facility with AD. Residents observed at the facility during lunch time. The facility comprised assisted living section with a census of 15 residents and independent living section with a census of 180 residents. During the facility tour, rooms and hallways were observed to be at a comfortable temperature of 76 degrees, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards observed. Fire extinguisher was observed with a service date of 08/21/2025. Per records, last emergency drill conducted on 08/12/2025 Dining area and Kitchen were toured. LPA interviewed Director of Dinning. Food delivered to the facility 6 days a week. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed to be properly stored in freezer (with temperature -2 degrees F), refrigerator ( with temperature 39 degrees F), and pantry (no perishable food reviewed by staff . Food is delivered by US Foods twice a week on Tuesdays and Fridays. Refrigerator temperature was maintained at 39.0-degree F. and freezer was maintained at -2-degree F. Residents' rooms were toured and observed with adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lighting. Hot water temperature tested and within regulation requirements. LPA observed securely fastened grab bar and non-skid mats missed in couple rooms toured Report continues on attached LIC809-C Medications were stored in a locked medication room in a medication cart. Facility use Poinclickcare for medication and ministration and records. Medications records were reviewed. First Aid Kit was stored in medication room and observed with all required items. Adequate PPE supplies was observed. LPA toured laundry room and observed chemicals were stored and locked for staff use only. Facility courtyard was toured and observed to be free from debris. There was outdoor seating available for the residents. Residents’ files were reviewed to have updated emergency contact, Admission agreement, Needs and Services Plan and Pre-Appraisal Plan. A sample of staff files were reviewed. Staff files were observed to have current First Aid/CPR, Health screening, and Personnel record. Staff are fingerprinted clear and associated to the facility. Community Care Licensing (CCL) is always striving to have facility files that reflect the most accurate & up to date information for your facility. In an effort to maintain your facility file, please submit the most current & complete forms &/or information as identified below: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE): · LIC 308 Designation of Facility Responsibility · LIC 309 Administrative Organization · LIC 500 Personnel Report · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan For Residential Care Facilities For The Elderly · LIC 9020 Register of Facility Clients/Residents Please submit the above forms/information to Fresno CCL by: 10/29/2025 As an operator of a Community Care Licensed facility it is your responsibility to be aware of and in compliance with all regulations, including Chaptered Legislation. Go to www.ccld.ca.gov to stay updated and informed. No deficiencies issued during this inspection. An exit interview was conducted with the AD. A copy of this report was given to the AD, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these reports.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2025
Oct 23, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Incident

On 10/23/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V Gorban arrived unannounced to conduct a case management visit regarding the incident report. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit and met with Resident Service Director Nina Francetic. Administrator Chris Regan was notified and was able to attend the visit. The purpose of the visit is to follow up on the incident reported to Licensing office on 09/16/25. Per report, R1, when returned to her room, was not able to locate her personal items that were left in the room with the front door left unlocked. Licensing office was notified via incident report. Law enforcement was contacted and sheriff visited the facility on 09/12/25 to conduct the investigation. Per facility no event number provided. LPA requested facility records for review and will follow up with the facility at later time. No deficiency was observed or cited during this visit. An exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report was provided to administrator, whose signature confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2025
Jun 27, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

On 06/27/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V Gorban conducted an unannounced Case Management visit. LPA introduced self, stated purpose of visit and allowed entrance. LPA met with Residential Care Director, administrator was notified but was able to attend the visit. The purpose of this visit is to verify that Staff (S1) is not on the property. LPA provided a copy of Decision and Order to administrator via email on June 13th, 2025, as mailed copy was sent to main office. S1 Last day at the facility was on June 12th, 2025 Residential Care Director understands that S1 is excluded and not permitted to be on the grounds at any time. There were no deficiencies cited. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report provided for facility recordsthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 27, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Nov 1, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 11/01/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V Gorban arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Administrator (AD) Chris Regan, certification number 6051485740 and expiration date 02/25/2025. LPA conducted tour inside and out of facility with AD. Residents observed at the facility during lunch. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature of 76 degrees, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards observed. Fire extinguisher was observed with a service date of 07/30/2024 Dining area and Kitchen were toured. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed to be properly stored in freezer, refrigerator, and pantry. Food is delivered once a week on Thursdays. Refrigerator temperature was maintained at 40.0-degree F. and freezer was maintained at -2-degree F. Residents' rooms were toured and observed with adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lighting. Hot water temperature tested at 112 degrees F. LPA observed securely fastened grab bar and non-skid mat in shower area. Medications were stored in a locked medication room in a medication cart. Medications records were reviewed. First Aid Kit was stored in medication room and observed with all required items. Adequate PPE supplies was observed. LPA toured laundry room and observed chemicals were stored and locked for staff use only. Facility courtyard was toured and observed to be free from debris. There was outdoor seating available for the residents. A sample of residents’ file was reviewed to have updated emergency contact, Admission agreement, Needs and Services Plan and Pre-Appraisal Plan. A sample of staff files were reviewed. Staff files were observed to have current First Aid/CPR, Health screening, and Personnel record. Staff are fingerprinted clear and associated to the facility. Community Care Licensing (CCL) is always striving to have facility files that reflect the most accurate & up to date information for your facility. In an effort to maintain your facility file, please submit the most current & complete forms &/or information as identified below: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE): · LIC 308 Designation of Facility Responsibility · LIC 309 Administrative Organization · LIC 500 Personnel Report · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan For Residential Care Facilities For The Elderly · LIC 9020 Register of Facility Clients/Residents Please submit the above forms/information to Fresno CCL by: 11/04/2024 As an operator of a Community Care Licensed facility it is your responsibility to be aware of and in compliance with all regulations, including Chaptered Legislation. Go to www.ccld.ca.gov to stay updated and informed. No deficiencies issued during this inspection. An exit interview was conducted with the ED. A copy of this report was given to the ED, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these reports.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 1, 2024
20231 state visit · 1 document
Nov 20, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 11/20/2023, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) D. Ayers arrived unannounced to conduct a Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Administrator Chris Regan and Residential Care Director Nina Francetic and announced the purpose of the visit. Administrator Certification is current with renewal date 2/25/2025. LPA toured the facility inside and outside. All passageways and exits were clear and free from obstruction. Fire extinguishers were recently serviced and facility has a sprinkler system. LPA toured the facility kitchen and observed an adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable foodstuffs. Kitchen and all common areas were clean, well-lit, and odor-free. Facility had adequate supply of emergency food, personal protective equipment, and first aid supplies. LPA reviewed emergency-disaster plan and records of emergency drills. All outdoor areas are free from hazards and have enough seating for residents. LPA toured a sample of resident bedrooms and bathrooms, which were observed to be clean, with all fixtures and appliances functioning properly. Bathrooms were clean and were equipped with required grab-bars and non-skid mats. LPA observed centrally stored medications to be properly stored and secured, and medications appeared to be administered properly. LPA reviewed a sample of resident and staff files. Files contained required documentation and records. LPA requested the following files to be provided by 11/27/2023: LIC 500, LIC 308, LIC 9020a. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. A copy of the report was provided and exit interview conducted with Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 20, 2023
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗

An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents and the questions below stand in their place.

Life here

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.

Find a detail about life at this home.

Rooms & the spaces they will use

  • Kitchenette in the unit

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Outdoor spaceGarden

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • LaundryDone by staff

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Visitor parking

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • AmenitiesSwimming Pool

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Housekeeping

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Salon or barber

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Meals, preferences & familiar food

  • Family may eat with the resident

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Activities & the rhythm of a day

  • Religious services at the home

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Faith, culture & language

  • Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Pets, routines & independence

  • Residents may bring a pet

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Visiting & staying involved

  • Transport for group outings

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

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.

  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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