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Common DestinyLicense #15601481 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareCommon DestinyLicense #15601481 · 34209 Sylvester Drive, Fremont, CA · (510) 794-4931Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
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Starting rate$3,000/mo

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See costs

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Fremont · Licensed for 6

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(415) 335-6022 · main line · seen October 5, 2026

commondestinyhome@gmail.com · general email · seen October 5, 2026

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Small home · Licensed for 6 · Fremont

Common Destiny

34209 Sylvester Drive, Fremont, CA 94555 · Licensed since 2012

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Common Destiny

Overview

Starting rate

$3,000 a month

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 See costs

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: Wheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · October 26, 2026
  • Languages spoken: English and ChineseThe home’s website · October 5, 2026
  • Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

  • Wheelchairup to 6 residents
  • Hospiceup to 4 residents

Not on file: dementia 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. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. LICENSE IS SUBJECT TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF HOSPICE WAIVER FOR FOUR RESIDENTS.

985 - RCFE / HOSPICE

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

Care services

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.

  • Works with hospice

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Help with bathing or showering

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Works with residents’ own health care providers

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Help with dressing and grooming

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Activities of daily living the home lists help withDaily tasks · Bathing · Dressing · Grooming · Mobility

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • 24-hour supervision claimed

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Residents may remain through end of life — reported yes

    commondestinyhome.com · October 5, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Common Destiny: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

This home’s starting rate

$3,000a month to start

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$3,000likely a month
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$3,000this home

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.

  • Shared room insteadAsknot on file

    This home’s listed starting rate is for assisted living private room. A shared room, if one is offered, may cost less — ask.

  • 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 $3,000–$3,600
$3,000
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,000–$7,150
$5,500

Lines marked “Ask” are not in the totals.

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 homes17 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,200 to $7,500

$2,200$7,500

This homeA nearby home’s published starting rate

17 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,500–$6,150.

  • Ageway Boarding Care #3Union City · 0.6 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Mt. Zion Home for the ElderlyUnion City · 1.0 mi · Small home
    $4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • La Concepcion Residential Care HomeFremont · 1.4 mi · Small home
    $2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Footprint Care HomeFremont · 2.5 mi · Small home
    $3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Brookdale North FremontFremont · 2.9 mi · Mid-size home
    $6,245Listed on its own website · seen October 27, 2026
  • Galicia's Tulip Care Home #2Hayward · 3.5 mi · Small home
    $2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Beloved Home RetreatFremont · 5.8 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Lucky Garden Care HomeFremont · 6.0 mi · Small home
    $2,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Arcadian Residential CommunityHayward · 6.1 mi · Mid-size home
    $3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Scott VillaHayward · 6.4 mi · Mid-size home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Montgomery Springs ManorHayward · 7.3 mi · Mid-size home
    $3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
  • Willow Creek Alzheimer's & Dementia Care CenterCastro Valley · 7.4 mi · Mid-size home
    $7,395Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Blossom Garden Senior HomeHayward · 7.6 mi · Mid-size home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Morning Light HomeCastro Valley · 8.8 mi · Small home
    $6,000Listed on its own website · 24h care starting price · seen October 5, 2026
  • Welcome Home - Castro ValleyCastro Valley · 9.4 mi · Mid-size home
    $7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Blessing HomeCastro Valley · 9.6 mi · Small home
    $6,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Welcome Home Senior Residence (Pleasanton)Pleasanton · 9.8 mi · Small home
    $6,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.

  • 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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An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.

Daily life

Rooms, meals, activities and house rules, in the home’s own words. Open any detail to see where it came from.

Rooms & the spaces they will use (4)Private rooms · Laundry · Room types
  • Private rooms

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • LaundryDone by staff

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Room typesPrivate room · Private Room A · Front Private Room

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · source dated August 9, 2025.

  • Housekeeping

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

Meals, preferences & familiar food (5)Meals provided per day · Special diets supported · Snacks available
  • Meals provided per day3

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Special diets supportedSpecial diets

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Snacks available

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Follows physician-ordered diets

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

  • Meals provided

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

Faith, culture & language (1)Languages spoken by caregivers
  • Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish · Chinese

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

Visiting & staying involved (2)Contact form · Setting
  • Contact form

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · source dated August 9, 2025.

    Open on the website ↗
  • SettingResidential neighborhood

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

About the home (1)Brand or trade name
  • Brand or trade nameCommon Destiny

    Reported on commondestinyhome.com · seen October 5, 2026.

Where it is

34209 Sylvester Drive, Fremont, CA 94555Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1Washington HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list3.6 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 #15601481 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

Jan 6, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 1/6/2026 at 9:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) James Sampair arrived unannounced to conduct this Required Annual Inspection. Upon entry, the LPA stated the purpose of the visit to Administrator Leonora Maquilan. At approximately 10:45 AM, Administrators Marvin Tom and Evelyn Hong Yuan arrived at the facility. The LPA toured the facility including but not limited to residents’ rooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common areas and the backyard. The LPA observed adequate lighting for the comfort and safety of residents in all rooms. Inside and outside areas are free of obstruction and no bodies of water. The temperature in the kitchen was measured at 68.7 degrees Fahrenheit at 10:15 AM. The maximum hot water temperature was measured at 115.1 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and slip-resistant mats. No smoking signs posted for residents on oxygen. There is more than the minimum of a one-week supply of nonperishable food and 2 days of perishable food. Centrally stored medications, sharps, and toxic cleaners are inaccessible to residents in care. The LPA observed the required postings in the facility, including the Residential Care Facility for the Elderly Complaint Poster, Ombudsman and Personal Rights posters, and the Theft and Loss Policy. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and found to be in operating condition. The fire extinguisher was fully charged and serviced within one year on 8/28/2025. The Emergency Disaster Plan was last reviewed on 5/1/2025. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Liability insurance expires on 12/7/2026. Facility cited because emergency, disaster, and fire drills were not conducted on a quarterly basis. The most recent drill was conducted on 5/1/2025. The LPA reviewed 5 resident records and 5 staff records. 1 B Type citation was issued during the inspection. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 6, 2026

20252 state visits · 2 documents

Jan 30, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - OtherReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

On 01/30/2025 at 1:35 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) P. Manalo and L. Fontanilla arrived unannounced to conduct a Case Management visit. LPAs Care Staff, Leonora Maquilan, and explained the purpose of the visit. The Administrator/ Licensee was unable to come during the visit. On the annual inspection conducted on 01/07/2025, LPAs observed that R1 was on insulin on a sliding scale. Administrator requested an exception to retain R1 at the facility. During the visit, LPAs interviewed R1 to verify if resident is able to read and identify the amount of insulin the resident needs based on the reading. R1 stated that they are able to read the number on monitor, however, R1 is unable to determine the correct amount of insulin needed for the particular reading. R1 stated that they are unable to read the numbers on the insulin pen and stated that staff will help with dialing the number and poking the resident. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 30, 2025
Jan 7, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 01/07/2025 at 09:00AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) P. Manalo and L. Fontanilla arrived unannounced to conduct 1-Year Annual Required inspection. LPA met with Care Staff, Leonora Maquilan, and explained the purpose of the visit. Care Staff stated that the Licensee/ Administrator has been out of the country since 12/19/2024 and not available. LPAs toured facility inside and out including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. The facility consists of 5 total bedrooms which all 5 bedrooms are occupied by the residents. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 68 degrees Fahrenheit. LPAs observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature was measured at 110.7 degrees Fahrenheit. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 09/12/2024. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Staff does not have access to the staff and resident files. Files were not available for review during the visit. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL by 01/21/2025 LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility LIC 309 Administrative Organization LIC 500 Personnel Report LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan Liability Insurance Current Administrator’s Certificate Infection Control Plan Continue to LIC809-C.. Continue from LIC 809.. THE FOLLOWING DEFICIENCIES WERE OBSERVED DURING VISIT: At 9:10 AM, LPAs observed unlocked knives in the kitchen and unlocked insulin in the kitchen fridge accessible to residents. At 9:05 AM, LPAs observed that all staff and resident files were not available during the visit. At 9:15 AM, LPAs observed trash bags in the backyard and inside the garage that is not in the garbage bin due to an overflow. At 9:17 AM, LPAs observed the left side gate with a paddle lock. Staff admits that they lock the gate at night. Civil penalty of $500 is being assessed. At 9:20 AM, LPAs observed washing machine, stove, wheelchair, shower chair, RV, etc in the backyard. At 10:00 AM, LPAs observed R3 is on insulin sliding scale and unable to determine amount of insulin needed due to poor vision. At 10:15 AM, LPAs observed the Medication Administration Record not having an accurate record of dosages of medications The Facility was cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 and/or Health and Safety Code Failure to correct deficiencies by POC date may result in additional Civil Penalties. Exit interview conducted with care staff. Appeal Rights and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 7, 2025

The state marks this report as 9 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 7. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20241 state visit · 1 document

Jan 25, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA Luisa Fontanilla arrived unannounced to conduct an annual required inspection. LPA was met by staff Leonora Maquilan. LPA explained to staff the purpose of the visit. Administrator Marvin Tom was informed about the visit via telephone. Administrator arrived at approximately 12 noon. During the visit, LPA inspected the facility inside and out including but not limited to bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, dining area, garage and backyard. Hot water in the kitchen measured at 109.7 Fahrenheit. A fire extinguisher that appeared full and last inspected on September 2023 was observed. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were tested and observed operational. First aid kit was reviewed and observed complete. At 11:15am, LPA reviewed 5 resident files and 4 staff files. At 3:10 pm, LPA interviewed 2 staff. The following deficiencies were observed: windows were observed with cobwebs/mold on window frame/certain screen windows with holes R5 is diabetic and on insulin but unable to manage own insulin and no approved exception S3 has Dementia; last Physician's Report date is 11/15/2021 No Resident Rights, Non discrimination and Resident Family Council posters The following records will need to be submitted to CCL by Monday, 1/29/24: Emergency Disaster Plan, Lic 500, Resident Roster and Disaster Drill. Deficiencies are cited per Title 22 California Code of Regulations (refer to Lic 809D). Exit interview was conducted and Appeal Rights was providedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 25, 2024

The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 2 documents

20231 state visit · 1 document

Jan 27, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 1/27/2023, at 3:50 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Fici arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Infection Control Visit. LPA was greeted by Tom Marvin and Yuan Hong- Licensees and explained the purpose of todays visit. During the inspection, LPA toured facility including but not limited to front entrance, kitchen, common areas, hand washing stations, bedrooms, bathrooms, and backyard. LPA observed COVID-19 signage throughout the facility. Hand washing signs were posted at hand washing stations. LPA observed paper supplies and PPEs are sufficient. Facility has a sufficient 2-day perishable and 7-days non-perishable food supply. All sharps and toxins were locked up and inaccessible to residents in care. Common areas are disinfected frequently throughout the day. Water temperature is measured at 110.2 Degrees F in common area bathroom. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 9/28/2022. Facilities room temperature is maintained at 68 Degrees F. First aid kit is complete. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are functional. Facility passages inside and out are free of obstruction and does not pose a health and safety risk for persons in care. During record review, LPA observed facility has a copy of their Infection Control Plan and Disaster Plan on file. No deficiencies cited during today's visit. Exit interview conducted with Licensees and copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 27, 2023

20221 state visit · 1 document

May 16, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 5/16/2022 at 11:20AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) G. Luk arrived unannounced to conduct an Infection Control Inspection. LPA met with house manager, Leonora Maquilan. Administrator, Marvin Tom arrived about 2 hours later. Upon entry, staff checked LPA's temperature. LPA observed hand sanitizer at screening station. LPA toured facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common areas, garage, and outdoor areas. LPA observed cough etiquette, social distancing, and signs & symptoms posted in the common area. All sinks and bathrooms were equipped with soap and paper towel. Hand washing signs were posted in bathrooms. During record review, LPA observed visitors log. LPA observed facility has a copy of Mitigation Plan on file. Staff was FIT tested for N95 masks and certificates were reviewed. LPA observed PPEs, food supplies, and paper supplies are sufficient. At 12:00PM, LPA observed unlocked cleaning supply under the kitchen sink. Knives drawer in the kitchen was unlocked. Unlocked gardening tools were observed. Staff locked up knives, cleaning supplies, and gardening tools during inspection. At 12:30PM, LPA observed medication room was unlocked. Staff locked up medication room during visit. At 12:45PM, LPA observed R1 has full bed rails and was not on hospice care. R2 and R3 recently graduated from hospice and still had full bed rails. (Continue on LIC809C...) At 12:50PM, LPA observed vertical blinds were in disrepair. LPA observed items such as door mirror, recycling bottles, and old furniture was located in the backyard. At 1:00PM, LPA observed side gate has an open lock on it. Administrator informed LPA that sometimes staff would lock it at night time to prevent people from coming inside. Staff removed lock during inspection. At 1:05PM, LPA observed the RV in the backyard and a night staff was sleeping inside. Administrator informed LPA that the RV have been there for a couple years. Administrator stated that the staff sometimes use the storage room to rest and a bed was observed during visit. Administrator stated that the office in the garage was build a couple years ago too with permits. LPA requested a copy of the permits. The deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct deficiency may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 16, 2022

The state marks this report as 8 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 5. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

License holder

Common Destiny, LLC, licensed since 2012.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2012, 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 2012, 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 homeTypical
Type A citations00
Type B citations00
Substantiated allegations00
Total complaints00

“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
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 Common Destiny

Is Common Destiny licensed?

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

How many residents is Common Destiny licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Has Common Destiny been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2012, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Common Destiny still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.

What does Common Destiny cost?

$3,000 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.

Among 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Fremont that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $2,425 to $4,561 a month, and the middle figure is $3,000 (n = 5 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.

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Does Common Destiny 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 Common Destiny, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Washington Hospital is 3.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Common Destiny keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Common Destiny license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “COMMON DESTINY”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #15601481. 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 Common Destiny, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2012, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2012, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2012, 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 2012, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is January 6, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 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) ↗

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    Starting rate

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    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
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    Starting rate

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    • Hospice: on the state record
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    Estimated starting rate

    $3,750 a month to start

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    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
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    Estimated starting rate

    $3,650 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $2,950–$4,500

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    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
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    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $3,650 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $2,950–$4,500

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
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    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $3,550 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $2,900–$4,350

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record

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(415) 335-6022 · main line · seen October 5, 2026

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