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Divine Mercy Care Homes II
Small home·Licensed for 6·Bakersfield, California
- Care approvals on fileDementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,050 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,350–$5,000
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJanuary 7, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderDivine Mercy Care Homes LLCSince 2025 · 3 licensed homes
Divine Mercy Care Homes II is a small care home in Bakersfield — 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 2025. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory 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 Divine Mercy Care Homes II
Is Divine Mercy Care Homes II licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Divine Mercy Care Homes II licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Divine Mercy Care Homes II been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.
Is Divine Mercy Care Homes II still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Divine Mercy Care Homes II cost?
$4,050 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,350–$5,000. 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 5 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 17 other homes of a similar licensed size in Bakersfield that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $4,050 a month, and the middle figure is $3,500 (n = 17 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 Divine Mercy Care Homes II 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 Divine Mercy Care Homes LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Divine Mercy Care Homes LLC — at least 3 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Mercy Southwest Hospital is 3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Divine Mercy Care Homes II keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Divine Mercy Care Homes II license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “DIVINE MERCY CARE HOMES II”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #157209523. 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 Divine Mercy Care Homes LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 3 state inspection visits since 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 3 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is January 7, 2026, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 residents
- 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
APPROVED FOR; AGES 60+ 6 TOTAL BED CAPACITY (6 NON-AMB). WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR 4
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 13, 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 13, 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
Covelight estimate
$4,050a month to start
Likely $3,350–$5,000
From 11 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,050a month
Likely $3,350–$5,200
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$4,050likely $3,350–$5,000
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 11 small homes and similar homes within 5 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 $3,350–$5,200
- $4,050
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,900–$8,350
- $6,050
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 11 small homes and similar homes within 5 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.
11 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,000–$4,050.
- 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 11 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Blue Pearl Home Care IIBakersfield · 0.1 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Alondra HomeBakersfield · 1.2 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Riverstone Terrace Senior Living Memory CareBakersfield · 1.8 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · memory care shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
- Summer Springs Board & CareBakersfield · 2.9 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Brighton ManorBakersfield · 3.5 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Central Valley Residential CareBakersfield · 3.9 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Cobble Stone Residential Home CareBakersfield · 3.9 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Bella Vita at StoningtonBakersfield · 4.0 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Village GardensBakersfield · 4.3 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Windcreek Senior CareBakersfield · 4.4 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Tlc Home Care 1Bakersfield · 4.6 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 10200 Lerwick Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93311Address 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 2025, the state has filed 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits since 2025. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated January 7, 2026.
- On file since
- 2025
- State visits
- 3
- Most recent visit
- January 7, 2026
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 2025.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents
Jan 7, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 01/07/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an annual visit. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and requested to meet with Administrator. LPA met with caregiver John Baniage. Licensee/ Administrator (L1) Neil Orillosa was called and stated unable to attend meeting. L1 informed LPA manager (S1) Jade Gomez will arrive shortly and L1 authorized S1 to sign and receive report. LPA toured facility with S1. All residents were present during inspection of which 3 residents are receiving hospice care. Residents were observed sitting in the common areas and in the bedroom during tour. Facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside or outside. Washer and dryer was operational during visit. All residents’ and a sample of staff files were reviewed. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. Refrigerator temperature is maintained at 35 degrees F and freezer at -1 degrees F. Cleaning solutions were observed locked under kitchen sink with a broken lock. A small knife was observed locked in the kitchen drawer. Medications were observed locked in kitchen shelves. MARs were reviewed and medications were checked. First aid kit was checked. Fire extinguisher was observed with a service date of: 03/31/25. All bedrooms were observed to have the required furnishings and with adequate lightning. R1 was observed laying in bedroom using full rails and R3 bed was observed with half rails up. Extra linens and towels were observed. The bathrooms were toured and observed with non-skid mats and grabbed bars. Hot water tested at 105.2 and 105.5 degrees F in the bathroom in master bedroom, and 105.2 degrees F in hall bathroom. Outside of facility toured and observed to be free of debris. Side gate observed self-closing and self-latching. Adequate outdoor seating was available for residents. Carbon monoxide and smoke detector operational during visit. Technical Support Program (TSP) assistance was offered. Licensee will make a decision and reach out the department regarding acceptance. A deficiency and an immediate Civil Penalty was assessed. See Lic 421BG is being cited on the attached Lic 809D in accordance to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 see attached Lic 809D. Exit interview was conducted. The following documents are requested and submitted to Fresno CCL by: 01/13/26. Forms requested: Lic 308, Lic 500, Lic 610E, and current liability insurance. Plan of correction was discussed with Licensee/ Administrator via telephone. Manager, whose signature on this form. A copy of reports and appeal rights was emailed to Licensee per request.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 7, 2026
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.
Feb 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 02/13/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived announced to conduct a follow-up Pre-Licensing inspection. LPA met with Licensee 1(L1) Neil Orillosa. LPA observed all bathrooms with grabbed bars for use of shower and toilet and night light in hallway. Bedroom were toured and observed with blankets and individual chairs in each room. First aid kit was observed will all required items. Component III was conducted during today's pre-licensing visit. I have found that the applicant has met all pre-licensing requirements. LPA will submit documentation to CAB in Sacramento for final review prior to license being issued. A copy of this report was provided to Licensee.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 13, 2025
Feb 11, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 02/11/25, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) M. Yang conducted an announced Pre-licensing / Component III Inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit and was allowed entry into the facility. LPA met with Licensee 1(L1) Neil Orillosa. LPA toured the facility with L1. The facility is a 3 bedroom, and 2 bathroom home and fire clearance were granted for 6 non-Ambulatory for a total capacity of 6. There are no residents present during this inspection. Facility was free from ground obstructions and odor free. Common areas were observed to have adequate seating and lighting available. Medications and sharps will be locked and stored in kitchen shelf. First aid kit was observed and did not contain all required items. Kitchen was toured and observed to have dishes, plates, and utensils. Knives will be kept locked in kitchen drawer. Refrigerator temperature maintained at 35 degrees F and freezer maintained at 0 degree F. Adequate non-perishable food observed. Perishable food supplies will be purchased prior to resident reside at facility. LPA observed an extra supply of bed linens and towels. Bedrooms were toured. Bedroom observed with mattress, bedspread, top sheet, and bottom sheet with pillow. Bathroom observed operational and functional. Bathroom observed with non-skid mat. Hot water temperature tested at 115.3 degrees F in bathroom and 117.6 in master bathroom. A fire extinguisher was observed and had a service date of 09/16/24. Outside of facility toured. Exits were open and free of obstructions. LPA observed side gate to be self-latching and free debris. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were observed to be operational during this inspection. Facility phone number 661-412-7100. The following observed will need to be brought into compliance: 1. Night light in hallway 2. First aid kit did not have all required items 3. All bedrooms have no blankets 4. Bedroom furniture observed with no chair 5. All bathroom have no grabbed bar in the shower/ tub. A follow up inspection will be scheduled once all above items are in compliance.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 11, 2025
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Divine Mercy Care Homes LLC, licensed since 2025, operates 3 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Divine Mercy Care Homes · Bakersfield
- Divine Mercy Care Homes III · Bakersfield
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 Kern County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Lerwick Home Care
Bakersfield · Small home · 0.0 mi away
$3,950 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Devoted Home Care
Bakersfield · Small home · 0.1 mi away
$3,800 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Ramdas Home Care
Bakersfield · Small home · 0.1 mi away
$4,450 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Divine Mercy Care Homes
Bakersfield · Small home · 0.1 mi away
$4,200 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Blue Pearl Home Care II
Bakersfield · Small home · 0.1 mi away
$3,000 a month to start · Listed by the home
Heritage Living I
Bakersfield · Small home · 0.1 mi away
$3,650 a month to start · Covelight estimate