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Diaz Residential Care HomeLicense #410508681 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareDiaz Residential Care HomeLicense #410508681 · 438 Cedar Street, Redwood City, CA · (650) 366-1154Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
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Estimated starting rate$5,250/mo

Covelight estimate · likely $4,300–$6,450 · See costs

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Small home · Licensed for 6 · Redwood City

Diaz Residential Care Home

438 Cedar Street, Redwood City, CA 94063 · Licensed since 1990

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Diaz Residential Care Home

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$5,250 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $4,300–$6,450 See costs

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: WheelchairState licensing record · October 26, 2026
  • Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

  • Wheelchairup to 2 residents

Not on file: dementia, hospice 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.

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AGE RANGE 60 YEARS AND OVER. TWO MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

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

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,250a month to start

Likely $4,300–$6,450

From 11 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$5,250likely 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$5,250likely $4,300–$6,450

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 11 small homes and similar homes within 3 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–$6,600
$5,250
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,050–$9,800
$7,750
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 homes11 nearby homes publish starting rates of $6,000 to $13,000

$4,300$13,000

EstimateLikely rangeA nearby home’s published starting rate

11 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $6,500–$7,500.

  • East West Care Redwood City IIRedwood City · 0.5 mi · Mid-size home
    $6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
  • Abigail Complete CareRedwood City · 1.1 mi · Mid-size home
    $13,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Advent Residential HomeRedwood City · 1.2 mi · Mid-size home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
  • Encina Care HomeRedwood City · 1.2 mi · Small home
    $6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Britannia PlaceRedwood City · 1.8 mi · Small home
    $7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Farm Hill Rest HomeRedwood City · 2.1 mi · Small home
    $7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Peninsula Elderly Care Home-LaurelSan Carlos · 2.1 mi · Mid-size home
    $7,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Palm VillasRedwood City · 2.2 mi · Mid-size home
    $7,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Dayton Home CareSan Carlos · 2.3 mi · Small home
    $6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Retirement Plus of San CarlosSan Carlos · 2.7 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Chestnut HouseSan Carlos · 2.8 mi · Small home
    $6,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 11 small homes and similar homes within 3 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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An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.

Daily life

Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.

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Where it is

438 Cedar Street, Redwood City, CA 94063Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Redwood CityHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list0.5 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 #410508681 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 5 of 6 documents

20262 state visits · 2 documents

Apr 15, 2026Facility evaluation reportPOCDeficiency page: Type A

Type of visit: POC

On April 15, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Komal Curley conducted an unannounced plan of correction visit (POC) visit. LPA met with Administrator, Maria Diaz and explained the purpose of the visit. On 3/27/26, LPA Curley conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA issued a deficiency for CCR 87608(a)(3) Postural Supports because all four residents at the facility had bed rails with no physician's order. The plan of correction was due on 3/28/26, however the Administrator failed to provide LPA the plan of correction. The Administrator did not ask LPA for an extension to submit the plan of correction. Deficiency of the Residential Care Elderly California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 is observed and cited on a LIC 809D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. A civil penalty of $250.00 is being issued during the visit for a repeat citation within 12 months. Deficiency was cited on 3/27/26. This report is reviewed and discussed with the Administrator; a copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 15, 2026

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87608(a)(3) · Plan of correction due date: Apr 16, 2026

(a) Based on the individual's preadmission appraisal, and subsequent changes to that appraisal, the facility shall provide assistance and care for the resident in those activities of daily living which the resident is unable to do for himself/herself. Postural supports may be used under the following conditions: (3) A written order from a physician indicating the need for the postural support shall be maintained in the resident's record... This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observations and record reviewed, all four residents at the facility had bed rails with no physician's order which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 15, 2026

Plan of correction: Licensee/administrator shall remove all bed rails by 4/16/26. Licensee/administrator shall submit copies of physician's orders for the half rails for residents if administrator wants to place bed-rails for residents. A civil penalty of $250.00 is being issued during the visit for a repeat citation within 12 months. Deficiency was cited on 3/27/26.

Mar 27, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On March 27, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Komal Curley conducted an unannounced annual visit. LPA met with Administrator, Maria Diaz and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility inside and outside including all of resident rooms, common areas & kitchen. The indoor and outdoor passageway was free of obstruction. No accessible bodies of water of fire safety hazards observed. This is a single story facility. There are 5 bedrooms; 3 resident rooms (currently one vacant room) all of which are shared rooms, and 2 staff rooms. Resident rooms were observed to be clean with all required furniture. LPA observed all 4 residents at the facility to have bed rails with no physician's order for it. Two full bathrooms were observed to be clean, odor-free and in good repair. Water temperature throughout the facility measured between 108-110 degrees F. Dining room was observed free from tripping hazards. A comfortable temperature is maintained and lighting is sufficient for comfort. LPA observed two day perishables and seven day non-perishables. Chemicals were observed to be locked. LPA observed insulin and sharps to be unlocked and accessible, however caregiver immediately locked it in LPAs presence. Carbon monoxide monitors are working properly. All fire extinguishers have been checked and current as of July 2025. Emergency drills are logged and done every 3 month. LPA reviewed 4 resident records and 4 staff records. Resident records are updated, complete and signed. Staff records are complete, with training logs that have met the basic requirement. Medication review was done, and all medications are accounted for, and centrally stored medication records are updated. Deficiency of the Residential Care Elderly California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 is observed and cited on a LIC 809D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. This report is reviewed and discussed with the Administrator; a copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 27, 2026

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.

20252 state visits · 2 documents

Oct 23, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Health ChecksReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Health Checks

On October 23, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Komal Curley conducted an unannounced case management health and safety visit in relation to a relocation of a resident from another facility due to facility closure. LPA met with Administrator, Maria Diaz and explained the purpose of the visit. On October 15, 2025, due to an emergency placement, Resident 1 (R1) was relocated to Jefferson Place on 10/14/25. R1 was relocated to Diaz Residential Care Home on 10/17/25 due to R1 requiring higher level of care. During the visit, LPA observed R1's room to be clean and equipped with all required furnishings. R1 is in a shared room. R1's personal belongings were present and in tact. Medications were all present and accounted for. According to administrator, she is still working on completing all of the documents for R1. LPA observed R1 watching tv and appeared comfortable. LPA requested an updated copy of the resident roster to be submitted by 10/24/25. No citations are issued during the visit. Report is reviewed with Administrator, Maria Diaz and a copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2025
Mar 26, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On March 26, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Komal Charitra conducted an unannounced annual visit. LPA met with Administrator, Maria Diaz and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility inside and outside including all of resident rooms, common areas & kitchen. The indoor and outdoor passageway was free of obstruction. No accessible bodies of water of fire safety hazards observed. This is a single story facility. There are 5 bedrooms; 2 resident rooms which are shared rooms, 2 staff rooms, and 1 office room. Resident rooms were observed to be clean with all required furniture. Two full bathrooms were observed to be clean, odor-free and in good repair. Water temperature throughout the facility measured between 108-110 degrees F. Dining room was observed free from tripping hazards. A comfortable temperature is maintained and lighting is sufficient for comfort. LPA observed two day perishables and seven day non-perishables. Medications, sharps, and chemicals were observed locked an inaccessible to residents in care. Carbon monoxide monitors are working properly. All fire extinguishers have been checked and current as of June 2024. Emergency drills are logged and done every month. LPA reviewed 4 resident records and 4 staff records. Resident records are updated, complete and signed. Staff records are complete, with training logs that have met the basic requirement. Medication review was done, and all medications are accounted for, and centrally stored medication records are updated. Extra linen was observed to be present. Laundry room was observed to be locked and inaccessible. Extra linen was observed to be present. First aid kit was observed to be complete. No citations are issued during the visit. Report is reviewed with Administrator and a copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 26, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

Mar 20, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitDeficiency page: Type B

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 03/20/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Vado conducted an unannounced 1 year annual inspection visit. LPA met with administrator Maria Diaz and explained the purpose of today's visit. LPA toured the facility inside and outside. Emergency exit routes are free and clear of obstructions. The facility's ambient temperature is comfortable and warm. Water is tested in laundry room as being 108F. Residents have an adequate amount of linens and incontinence supplies, incidental supplies, as well as PPE as needed. Multiple fire extinguishers are observed. Last inspected on 06/22/2023. Upon observation of the charge on the dial display it is within the green zone indicating it is charged and ready for use. Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are present through out the facility. Fire alarm pull box is located next to the front door and one also near the back near the exit that goes to the backyard. Four client bathrooms were observed to be in good repair. Client bathrooms are observed to be in working order with clean shower curtains and non-skid flooring is in place in client bathroom. Facility provides toiletries for client use. 7 day non-perishable food supply and 2 day fresh food supply is observed as in place. Kitchen is observed as operable and clean. Appliances are in good working order. Knives are stored and locked in kitchen cabinet. Insulin for client use is locked and stored in the main kitchen. There are no residents with dementia in the facility at this time. Continue on next page... Page 2 - LIC809C Medications are stored and inaccessible in a locked medication. Medications are stored and labeled in containers. Medications are reviewed to be in place. Medication administration record is observed as current for clients reviewed including centrally stored medication log. First aid kit is complete and stored in living room area. On site laundry is available and functioning per observations made. Cleaning supplies are observed as locked. 3 staff records are reviewed. All staff has criminal record clearance and are associated with the facility. Based on record reviews, TB tests, training, CPR/First Aid cards, and personnel files are current. 1 client record is checked and is complete and updated. Disaster drills are conducted monthly per records reviewed. According to administrator each drill is different and varies for each drill conducted. Administrator certificate is observed as expired as of 11/12/2022. Per Maria she has submitted items for renewal and is awaiting certificate. LPA reviewed current training hours for administrator certificate. LPA advised Maria to follow up with administrator certification. Per review with administrator client money is in place and accurate. The following updated items are requested to be sent to the Department by 03/27/2024: • LIC610E Emergency Disaster Plan • LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility • LIC 500 Personnel Report • Updated administrator certificate • LIC9020 Client Roster • Certificate of Liability Insurance • Proof of control of property • Surety bond with expiration date Report is reviewed with administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 20, 2024

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87303(a) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 27, 2024

87303(a) Maintenance and Operation: The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents,employees and visitors. This regulation has not been met as evidenced by: Per observations made LPA observed a disheveled desk in the living room with papers, tools, tissue boxes, and other items. The items can be knocked over and can pose a safety issue for staff and residents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 20, 2024

Plan of correction: Facility shall develop a plan to ensure the cleaning and removing of the items from the large table in the front of the facility as it may pose a safety risk for residents and staff. Photo eveidence to be received.

Earlier years2022 · 1 document

20221 state visit · 1 document

Mar 18, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitDeficiency pages: Type B

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On March 18, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Komal Charitra conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA met with Caregiver, Dominique Vivien and Licensee, Stella Diaz Calder and Administrator, Maria Diaz Vivien joined shortly thereafter. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. Upon arrival LPA observed the COVID signage posted at the front door. Administrator was able to provide LPA with screening log documentation for residents, staff, and visitors. LPA observed a dog barking in the facility which resulted to a resident yelling that the dog is loud. LPA toured the facility and ground. LPA observed COVID signage throughout the facility. LPA observed the living room desk to have tools, sharps, and papers disheveled. LPA also observed a wooden gate on the living room floor. LPA Charitra observed 3 camera monitors in the living room. The cameras were capturing video surveillance of the resident's rooms. Administrator was not able to provide LPA with any written consent of resident's agreeing to video surveillance. LPA observed 2 bathrooms at the facility. Bathrooms were equipped with paper-towels and liquid soap. LPA advised caregiver to not keep any hand-towels, bath-towels, or bar soaps in the bathroom and to ensure both bathrooms have a hand-washing sign. There are a total of 5 bedrooms in the facility (2 staff rooms, 3 resident rooms). There is one private room and two shared rooms, with beds 6ft apart or 3ft head-to-toe. LPA observed 2 day perishable and 7 day non-perishable present. LPA Charitra observed the 30-day PPE supply. Medications, toxins stored appropriately and inaccessible to residents, and a comfortable temperature is maintained, lighting is sufficient for comfort. First aid kit was observed to be completed. LPA toured the kitchen and observed sharps drawer to be unlocked. LPA requests the following forms to be sent to CCLD by 3/25/22: LIC308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility LIC500 Personnel Report LIC400 Resident Cash Resources Administrator Certificate LIC610E Emergency Disaster Plan Deficiency of the Residential Care Elderly California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 is observed and cited on a LIC 809D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. This report is reviewed and discussed with the Administrator; a copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 18, 2022

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Plan of correction due date: Mar 25, 2022

Additional Personal Rights of Residents in Privately Operated Facilities: In addition to the rights listed in Section 87468.1, Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities, residents in privately operated residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: To have a reasonable level of personal privacy in accommodations Violation of this regulation is evidence by the facility using video surveillance in resident’s rooms without resident’s or resident’s responsible parties' consent. In addition, facility failed to follow Health and Safety Code regulation for Video Surveillancethe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 18, 2022

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Plan of correction due date: Mar 25, 2022

Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities: Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights…to be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment. Violation of this regulation is evidence by: 1) LPA observed dog in the facility barking upon LPAs arrival. 2) LPA observed resident yelling the dog is loud when facility dog kept barking.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 18, 2022

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Plan of correction due date: Mar 25, 2022

Maintenance and Operation: The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors. Violation of this regulation is evidence by: 1) LPA was not able to sit in the facility to write report. 2) LPA observed disheveled desk in the living room with papers, tools, tissue boxes, and masks. 3) LPA observed a wooden gate on the living room floor.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 18, 2022

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Plan of correction due date: Mar 25, 2022

Care of persons with dementia: The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia: Knives, matches, firearms, tools and other items that could constitute a danger to the resident(s). Violation of this regulation is evidence by: LPA observed kitchen drawer with knives to be unlocked. In addition, LPA observed a pair of scissors on the living room desk, accessible to residents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 18, 2022

License holder

Diaz, Maria and Estela, licensed since 1990.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 1990, 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 1990, 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

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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 Diaz Residential Care Home

Is Diaz Residential Care Home licensed?

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

How many residents is Diaz Residential Care Home licensed for?

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

Has Diaz Residential Care Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 1990, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Diaz Residential Care Home still open?

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

What does Diaz Residential Care 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 11 small homes and similar homes within 3 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 8 other homes of a similar licensed size in Redwood City that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $6,750 to $8,250 a month, and the middle figure is $7,500 (n = 8 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 Diaz Residential Care Home 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 Diaz, Maria and Estela, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Redwood City is 0.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Diaz Residential Care 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?”

Diaz Residential Care Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “DIAZ RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #410508681. 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 Diaz, Maria and Estela, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • First licensed in 1990, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 1990, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 1990, 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 1990, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is April 15, 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) ↗

See the state’s own record

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    Starting rate

    $4,950 a month to start

    Listed by the home on A Place for Mom · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
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    Redwood City · 0.9 mi

    Kensington Place Redwood City

    Large community · licensed for 67

    Starting rate

    $15,000 a month to start

    Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
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    Redwood City · 0.5 mi

    East West Care Redwood City II

    Mid-size home · licensed for 8

    Starting rate

    $6,500 a month to start

    Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
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    Redwood City · 1.0 mi

    Hopkins Manor

    Large community · licensed for 88

    Starting rate

    $5,000 a month to start

    Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
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    Redwood City · 1.1 mi

    Abigail Complete Care

    Mid-size home · licensed for 24

    Starting rate

    $13,000 a month to start

    Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
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    Redwood City · 1.0 mi

    Redwood Care Home

    Mid-size home · licensed for 18

    Estimated starting rate

    $6,000 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $4,700–$7,850

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record

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