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- Care approvals on fileDementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Typical starting rate$4,500 a monthTypical in Butte County · likely $3,500–$5,500
- Home sizeLicensed for 16Mid-size care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit15 of 16 beds occupiedAugust 27, 2025 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitOctober 30, 2025CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderCareway Management LLCSince 2023 · 2 licensed homes
Country Commons is a mid-size care home in Chico — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 16 residents since 2023. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care and bedridden care are not on file.
Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Country Commons
Is Country Commons licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Country Commons licensed for?
16 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Country Commons been cited?
1 Type A and 0 Type B citation since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Country Commons still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Country Commons cost?
$4,500 a month to start is typical in Butte County, likely $3,500–$5,500. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for assisted-living communities in Butte County (compiled June 2026). This home’s own rate is not on file.
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 Country Commons 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 Careway Management LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Careway Management LLC — at least 2 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Enloe Rehabilitation Center is 1.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Country Commons keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Country Commons license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “COUNTRY COMMONS”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #45920039. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 16 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Careway Management LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 1 Type A and 0 Type B citation on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is October 30, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- BedriddenNot on file · ask the home
State licensing record · September 27, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. FIRE CLEARANCE APPROVED FOR SIXTEEN (16) NON-AMBULATORIES. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR SIX (6) RESIDENTS.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA · 985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
3 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
What it costs here
Typical starting rate
$4,500a month to start
Likely $3,500–$5,500
Covelight’s researched range for Butte County · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,500a month
Likely $3,500–$5,700
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Starting monthly rate$4,500likely $3,500–$5,500
Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for assisted-living communities in Butte County (compiled June 2026). 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–$5,700
- $4,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,250–$8,850
- $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.
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 worksWhy this is a county figure
Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for assisted-living communities in Butte County (compiled June 2026). 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.
Show the 5 nearby homes that publish a rate
- Townsend HouseChico · 1.9 mi · Mid-size home$3,750Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 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
- Westhaven Assisted LivingOrland · 18 mi · Mid-size home$3,395Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Iris Care HomeOroville · 25 mi · Mid-size home$3,300Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 962 Kovak Ct, Chico, CA 95973Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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The state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.
Since 2023, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2023. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated October 30, 2025.
- On file since
- 2023
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- October 30, 2025
- Occupied · August 27, 2025 visit
- 15 of 16 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated August 27, 2025. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations1typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 1
- Substantiated allegations1typical 2
- Total complaints1typical 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 2023.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents
Oct 30, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On October 30, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kayla Adkison, arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a 1-Year Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Michael Foz, Administrator, and explained the purpose of the visit. 15 residents and 2 (two) care staff were present in the facility during the inspection. Additional staff were on-site participating in a scheduled all-staff meeting. 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, three (3) resident bedrooms, kitchen, backyard, sun room and (2) two 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. LPA observed a binder containing each residents special dietary concerns. LPA observed all sharps to be kept locked in a kitchen drawer and inaccessible to residents. LPA observed medications to be locked in a med cart and inaccessible to residents in care. Overstock medications are in the process of being moved to the administrator's locked office. The facility is in the process of implementing a new system for tracking medications for clients. LPA observed all toxins and cleaning supplies to be locked in cabinets and inaccessible to clients. LPA observed a calendar of events for residents to view. The facility regularly does partner activities with it's sister facility next door (Country House - 45920038). LPA observed fire extinguishers which were last inspected in August 2025. LPA observed a disaster drill log with the last drill recorded in September 2025. The facility is conducting drills monthly. LPA observed a complete first aid kit ready for emergency use. LPA observed smoke detectors and carbon monoxide in working condition. 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. All staff are fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility. No deficiencies are being cited as result of this inspection. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and Appeal Rights were provided, via email, to Administrator, Michael Foz, via email.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 30, 2025
Aug 27, 2025Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Facility mismanaged resident's medications.
On 8-27-25 Sarah Benson, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) arrived at the facility unannounced to deliver final findings regarding a complaint that was received on 06-02-25. LPA Benson met with Administrator Michael Foz and Resident Care Cordinator Dakota Newman and explained the purpose of the visit. During the interview process two staff persons were interviewed. The following documents were received and reviewed: staff list with telephone numbers, staff schedules for May and June 2025, MAR, medical records, care notes and incident reports. Continued on LIC9099C, LIC9099D. Substantiated The document review revealed that staff had faxed medications request to R1’s doctor on 5-13-25, 5-15-25 and 5-20-25. The Administrator reported on May 22 I went to the VA in Chico and picked up two missing medications. Review of the Medication Administration Record revealed the two medications were documented and administered to the resident at this time. Further document review revealed the resident went without several other medications for seven days and two medications were never recorded as received or given. Durning interviews staff reported a visit from the VA nurse on 5-21-25. After a review of the residents’ medications, the nurse reported that a medication was not listed by the doctor’s admission, standing orders. Documentation of doctors’ orders dated 5-9-25 did not have the missing resident medication listed as a standing order. On 5-21-25 the nurse stated the missing medication would be delivered by mail. Staff reported on 5-25-25 the nurse phoned to see if the resident had received his missing medication per the visit and conversation on 5-21-25. Staff had stated no they had not received the package. The nurse reported to staff I have record that the medication had been delivered on 5-23-25. Staff reported reviewing security film footage and discovered a package was delivered from UPS on 5-23-25. Staff reported the package was found in the medication room in a drawer on 5-25-25 after security film review. Staff stated when the package was delivered it had the residents name on it so the staff declined to open the package. Staff reported that the facility doesn't usually get medication from UPS and the staff that took the package didn't realize the package was medication. Document review revealed this medication was delivered 5-23-25 and discovered on 5-25-25. Record review of the Medication Administration Record revealed the medication was not recorded or administered to the resident. Based on investigation observations, record review(s) and interviews which were conducted the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be Substantiated. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22), is cited on the attached LIC 9099D. Appeal rights were explained and provided to the facility representative listed above and exit interview conducted. If any of the cited deficiencies are not corrected by the noted due date, civil penalties may be assessed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 27, 2025 · control 59-AS-20250602144454
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87465(a)(4) · Plan of correction due date: Sep 3, 2025
87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care. (a) A plan for incidental medical and dental care shall be developed by each facility. The plan shall encourage routine medical and dental care and provide for assistance...: (4) The licensee shall assist residents with self-administered medications as needed. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews and records reviewed, the licensee/administrator did not ensure that a resident received his medication, when the medication was prescribed. This poses an immediate Health and Safety risk to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 27, 2025
Plan of correction: Administrator will spot check residents medications weekly. Administrator will have professional medication training for all staff. Administrator will notify LPA when completed. Administrator will send a copy of staff training with staff signatures.
Sep 10, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 09/10/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaynae Boyles, arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a 1-Year Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Facility Assistant Administrator, Michael Foz 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, shed, and common restrooms. LPA observed the resident bedrooms to have all the required furnishings, working lights/fans with windows with screens. All resident bathrooms observed to be in working order and have the required supplies. LPA observed the resident showers to have bathroom the necessary grab bars, non-skid flooring or shower chair, paper towels, trash can with lids and 20-second hand-washing poster. Hot water was measured throughout the facility and it was within the regulation. Facility has a 2-day perishable and a 7-day non-perishable amount of food. LPA observed medications sharps to be locked inaccessible to residents. LPA observed posted weekly menu and activities for the residents. LPA observed a plethora of supplies for the residents to use. LPA observed fire extinguishers, fire detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors. LPA observed a complete first aid kit ready for emergency use. LPA observed a completed emergency disaster plan, and the required emergency disaster drills conducted within the last 12 months. LPA observed the facility to be clean, in good repair and odor-free. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. LPA reviewed a total of five (5) residents' files and five (5 ) staff files which contained all the required documentation. No deficiency cited as a result of todays visit. Exit interviewed conducted.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 10, 2024
Oct 31, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 10/31/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaynae Boyles arrived at the facility announced to conduct a Pre licensing Inspection. LPA's met with Residential Care Director Nina Eads and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Boyles and Residential Care Director toured facility together to ensure that the facility is in compliance for seniors with dementia. Areas toured include but are not limited to: common areas, bedrooms, backyard, and restrooms. LPA observed the facility to be clean, in good repair and odor-free. The facility was equip with required fire extinguishers, fire detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. The facility was stocked with the required two day perishable and 7 day non-perishable amount of food for residents and staff. Component III waived. The following items will need to be addressed prior to the facility getting licensed. These corrections are also documented on the current license- 04500540 : -Disaster Drills to be conducted every three months for a total of 4 in 12 months. -Medical orders for residents with 1/2 rails (as postural supports) Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 31, 2023
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Careway Management LLC, licensed since 2023, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Country House · Chico
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.
The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.
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.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Butte County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Country House
Chico · Mid-size home · 0.0 mi away
$4,500 a month to start · Typical in Butte County
Marbella Chico
Chico · Large community · 0.2 mi away
$5,325 a month to start · Listed by the home
Carmel House
Chico · Small home · 1.2 mi away
$4,000 a month to start · Typical in Butte County
Foothill Cottage
Chico · Small home · 1.3 mi away
$4,000 a month to start · Typical in Butte County
Roses and Ivy Elder Care
Chico · Mid-size home · 1.3 mi away
$4,500 a month to start · Typical in Butte County
Amber Grove Place
Chico · Large community · 1.5 mi away
$3,500 a month to start · Typical in Butte County