Mid-size home · Licensed for 10 · Auburn

Chateau-The Gardens

174 Almond St., Auburn, CA 95603Licensed since 2025

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$5,450 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $4,300–$7,150 See costs

No openings reported

Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · October 26, 2026
Licensed for 10: a mid-size care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

Wheelchairup to 10 residents
Dementia
Hospiceup to 8 residents

Not on file: bedridden approval.

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. 10 NON-AMBULATORY. DELAYED EGRESS/SECURED PERIMETER APPROVED. HOSPICE WAIVER GRANTED FOR (8).

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 8 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Chateau-The Gardens: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and help with medicines. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,450a month to start

Likely $4,300–$7,150

From 19 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$5,450likely a month

Room

Daily care

Sharing the room

Starting monthly rate$5,450likely $4,300–$7,150
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 19 homes with 7 to 49 beds 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 $4,300–$7,300: $5,450
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,150–$10,300: $7,950

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.

If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers

Rates at nearby homes19 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,500 to $6,500

19 homes like this within 15 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$6,100.

Aaa Senior CarePenryn · 6.3 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Dad's Place LoomisLoomis · 7.5 mi · Small home
$6,500Listed on its own website · our pricing is all inclusive, · seen October 27, 2026
Placer StarcareRocklin · 12 mi · Small home
$6,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Nadia's Care HomeLincoln · 12 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Par Place Senior LivingRocklin · 12 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Granite Bay CountryhouseGranite Bay · 12 mi · Mid-size home
$5,595Listed on its own website · companion room, starting rate · seen October 27, 2026
Elite Elder CareEl Dorado Hills · 13 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Oasis for Seniors at Heaven's GardenRocklin · 13 mi · Small home
$3,600Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Aunt Dottie's PlaceRoseville · 13 mi · Small home
$5,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Splendor Oaks Senior Living 2Roseville · 13 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Ferrari RCFELincoln · 13 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Happy Life VillaLincoln · 13 mi · Small home
$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
Lake View Residential CareEl Dorado Hills · 13 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
Vista Hills Senior CareEl Dorado Hills · 14 mi · Small home
$5,200Listed on its own website · shared room · seen October 27, 2026
Vista Hills Senior Care 2Roseville · 14 mi · Small home
$5,200Listed on its own website · shared room · seen October 27, 2026
Floradale VillaLincoln · 14 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Sapphire Senior CareRoseville · 14 mi · Small home
$4,000Listed on its own website · shared room · seen October 5, 2026
Roseberry CareRoseville · 15 mi · Mid-size home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Royal GardenEl Dorado Hills · 15 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026

How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 19 homes with 7 to 49 beds 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.

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Daily life

Daily life here is not on file yet, and that says nothing about the home.

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Where it is

174 Almond St., Auburn, CA 95603Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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Sutter Auburn Faith HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list3.5 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).

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The 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 #315920246 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

Mar 25, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cassandra Mikkelson arrived unannounced and met with Administrator (***) to conduct an annual inspection utilizing the inspection tool. LPA Mikkelson was accompanied by Jenny Olson-CCLD Trainer and Darla Hagga and Christian McGee, Professors at California State University for training purposes. LPA conducted an inspection of the care home to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. LPA observed resident rooms, common area bathrooms, kitchen, common areas and perimeter of care facility. LPA observed rooms to be properly furnished, with appropriate bedding and lighting. The bathrooms were in sanitary condition and properly maintained. LPA checked the kitchen area for the ability to prepare and store food. Care home has required (2) two day perishable and (7) seven day non-perishable food supply on hand. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are operational in the care home. Fire extinguishers and first aid kit are maintained and ready for emergency use. LPA checked medication storage and found medications to be locked away and inaccessible to the residents. LPA reviewed seven (7) resident files, two (2) staff files and resident medications. Facility has a current copy of certificate of liability insurance and LPA obtained a copy. As a result of this visit, no deficiencies were cited pursuant to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8. Exit interview was conducted with Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 25, 2026

20252 state visits · 2 documents

Nov 20, 2025Facility evaluation reportPost LicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Post Licensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cassandra Mikkelson arrived unannounced to conduct a post licensing visit. LPA met with Administrator Amber McClure to conduct the post licensing visit utilizing the inspection tool. LPA conducted an inspection of the care home to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. LPA observed resident rooms, common area bathrooms, kitchen, common areas and perimeter of care facility. LPA observed rooms to be properly furnished, with appropriate bedding and lighting. The bathrooms were in sanitary condition and properly maintained. LPA checked the kitchen area for the ability to prepare and store food. Care home has required (2) two day perishable and (7) seven day non-perishable food supply on hand. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are operational in the care home. Fire extinguishers and first aid kit are maintained and ready for emergency use. LPA checked medication storage and found medications to be locked away and inaccessible to the residents. LPA reviewed five (5) resident files, two (2) staff files and resident medications. As a result of this visit, no deficiencies were cited pursuant to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8. Exit interview was conducted with Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 20, 2025

Apr 9, 2025Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On April 9, 2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Lavinia Muscan and Talwinder Bains met with administrator, Stephanie Cruz, to conduct a Pre- Licensing visit. This application is a change in ownership. This address is currently licensed as ALMOND GARDENS, Facility #317005671. Administrator holds a current administrator certificate (#7020355740 with expiration date 10/07/2025). The facility currently has 6 residents during today's inspection. LPAs toured the facility with administrator. LPAs toured residents bedrooms and they were properly furnished and maintained. LPAs toured common bathrooms and observed to be clean and sanitary. The food supply is within compliance, 2 days of perishable and 7 days’ worth of non-perishable food items. Smoke detectors are operational. There are carbon monoxide detectors which are functioning. The Fire extinguisher was charged, serviced and functional. Grab bars were present at the toilet and in the shower. All exits were unobstructed. All toxins, medications, and sharps were locked and stored away. Component III was waived as the current administrator has been administrator for other RCFEs licensed by CCLD . LPAs will forward findings to the Centralized Application Bureau (CAB) that facility met all the pre-licensing components. Applicant has satisfied all requirements in accordance to Title 22, California Code of Regulations on today's pre-licensing inspection. A copy of this report was provided to the facility. Exit interview conducted.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 9, 2025

License holder

Chateau by Nuturehood, LLC, licensed since 2025.

Operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

Chateau-The Villa · Auburn

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2025, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 3
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 2025, 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	1

“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 327 licensed mid-size homes (7–15 beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.

What the state’s words mean

Routine visita visit the state records as “Required” — a scheduled visit, not one made in answer to a complaintSubstantiatedthe 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 stand in their place.

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Frequently asked questions

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Chateau-The Gardens

Is Chateau-The Gardens licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

How many residents is Chateau-The Gardens licensed for?

10 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Has Chateau-The Gardens been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2025, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.

Is Chateau-The Gardens still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 10, 2026.

What does Chateau-The Gardens cost?

$5,450 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,300–$7,150. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Among 19 other homes of a similar licensed size across Placer County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,125 to $5,899 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 19 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 Chateau-The Gardens 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 Chateau by Nuturehood, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. See the homes licensed to Chateau by Nuturehood, LLC — at least 2 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital is 3.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Chateau-The Gardens keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 8 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.