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- Care approvals on fileWheelchairState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,250 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,300–$6,450
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitOctober 2, 2025CDSS inspection record
Dewey Home is a small care home in Santa Monica — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 1995. Dementia care, hospice 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 Dewey Home
Is Dewey Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Dewey Home licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Dewey Home been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 1995, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Dewey Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Dewey Home cost?
$5,250 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,300–$6,450. 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 9 small homes and similar homes within 10 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 228 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,300 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 228 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 Dewey Home 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 Dewey Home Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Saint John's Health Center is 1.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Dewey Home keep a resident on hospice?
Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”
Dewey Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “DEWEY HOME INC.”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #198200623. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed to Dewey Home Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 1995, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 1995, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 1995, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 1995, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is October 2, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 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-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
- 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
6 NON-AMBULATORY.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
5 questions to ask the home — nothing on file yet
- 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?”
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver not on file
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
- 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.
Respite / short-term stays
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Diabetes care
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Incontinence care
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,250a month to start
Likely $4,300–$6,450
From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,250a month
Likely $4,300–$6,600
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
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$5,250likely $4,300–$6,450
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar homes within 10 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 $4,300–$6,600
- $5,250
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,000–$9,700
- $7,250
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 worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar homes within 10 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.
9 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,750–$9,000.
- 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 9 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Coastal HouseLos Angeles · 1.4 mi · Small home$9,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Bentley ManorLos Angeles · 1.7 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Miko InnLos Angeles · 2.7 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Ayres Residential Care Home-Century CityLos Angeles · 3.8 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Ladera VistaLos Angeles · 4.9 mi · Small home$9,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Ladera Sunrise Care HomeLos Angeles · 5.4 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Palisades VillaPacific Palisades · 5.6 mi · Small home$6,400Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Harvard Hope HouseLos Angeles · 8.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Josephines Garden VillaManhattan Beach · 9.6 mi · Small home$7,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 2127 Dewey Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405Address 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 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 1995. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated October 2, 2025.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- October 2, 2025
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints0typical 0
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer 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 1995.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 2 of 4 documents
Oct 2, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Bernadette Allen conducted an unannounced visit to conduct an annual inspection. The LPA met with Ivan Bravo and informed him of the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to serve 6 non-ambulatory residents and currently has a census of (0). The facility does not handle any of the resident’s money. This home is a one story home consisting of: (4) resident bedrooms, (4) bathrooms, living room, kitchen with a dining room, and laundry area (located in the back of the facility a shaded patio area located outside the facility in the front of the house. The resident’s bedrooms had the required furniture, lamps, adequate bed linen and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident. Resident bathrooms were checked and found to be sanitary and within Title 22 regulations. Toilets flushed and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, showers were free of mold and mildew. The water temperature measured between 105F and 110F. LPA observed personal hygiene supplies adequately stocked. Common areas such as the dining room and living room were clean and clear of hazards; doorways were free of obstruction. LPA observed that the facility appeared to be clean, sanitary, and appropriately furnished. Storage areas for personal hygiene were in place. Cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharp objects were stored in a way that made them inaccessible to residents in care. The kitchen was inspected, and there was a 5-day supply of perishable and a 7day supply of non-perishable food items available, which was adequately maintained/stored. The fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors were fully charged and operable. The First Aid kits were checked and properly stocked. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited. An exit interview was conducted, and this report was discussed and provided to Ivan Bravo the conclusion of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 2, 2025
Sep 13, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Troy Watson conducted an unannounced visit to Dewey Home Inc. on 09/13/2024 at 08:50 AM. The LPA met with the Administrator Ivan Bravo and the purpose of the visit was explained. The facility is licensed to serve 6 non-ambulatory residents and currently has a census of (0). Hospice waiver for 3 residents. The facility does not handle any of the resident’s money.This home is a one story home consisting of: (4) resident bedrooms, (4) bathrooms, (1) living room, (1) kitchen with a dining room, and laundry area (located in the back of the facility a shaded patio area located outside the facility in the front of the house. The resident’s bedrooms had the required furniture, lamps, adequate bed linen and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked and found to be sanitary and within Title 22 regulations. Toilets flushed and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, showers were free of mold and mildew. The water temperature measured between 108 F and 109.F in each bathroom and in the kitchen. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas such as the dining room and living room were clean and clear of hazards; doorways were free of obstructions. Kitchen was checked and observed to be within Title 22 regulations. Perishable and non-perishable food supplies were checked and adequately stocked. All cleaning solutions, hazardous items, and medications were in a securely locked space that will be inaccessible to residents. Eight smoke detectors/ carbon monoxide detectors worked properly. The residence has (3) fire extinguishers that was inspected on 10/03/23 and are fully charged. The First Aid kits were checked and properly stocked with scissors, tape, gauze, and certified manual. No bodies of water were observed around the facility. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to the Administrator Ivan Bravo.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 13, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
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
Room typesStudio · Semi-Private
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Pets, routines & independence
Pet types allowedDogs · Cats
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Pet weight limit
Reported on aplaceformom.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.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- 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 Los Angeles County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
A Caring Touch Board and Care II
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$6,450 a month to start · Covelight estimate
A Caring Touch Board and Care III
Santa Monica · Small home · 0.4 mi away
$6,250 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Bentley House
Los Angeles · Small home · 0.6 mi away
$6,650 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Indalo Homes
Santa Monica · Small home · 0.7 mi away
$6,550 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Bravo Family Home
Venice · Small home · 1.2 mi away
$5,100 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Coastal House
Los Angeles · Small home · 1.4 mi away
$9,000 a month to start · Listed by the home