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Edelweiss Guest Home
Mid-size home·Licensed for 15·Lakeport, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Typical starting rate$6,000 a monthTypical in California · likely $4,000–$8,000
- Home sizeLicensed for 15Mid-size care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitSeptember 1, 2026CDSS inspection record
Edelweiss Guest Home is a mid-size care home in Lakeport — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 15 residents since 1985. Dementia 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 Edelweiss Guest Home
Is Edelweiss Guest Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Edelweiss Guest Home licensed for?
15 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Edelweiss Guest Home been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 1985, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Edelweiss Guest Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
What does Edelweiss Guest Home cost?
$6,000 a month to start is typical in California, likely $4,000–$8,000. 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 California (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 Edelweiss Guest 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 Mahlman, Ermelinda R., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Can Edelweiss Guest Home keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 1 resident, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Edelweiss Guest Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “EDELWEISS GUEST HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #170106658. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed for 15 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed to Mahlman, Ermelinda R., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 1985, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 1985, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 1985, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 1985, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is September 1, 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-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 5 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 1 resident
- 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
5 NON-AMBULATORY IN BDRMS 6,7 & 8. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 1.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 1 — 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
4 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?”
- 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.
Medication management
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Incontinence care
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
What it costs here
Typical starting rate
$6,000a month to start
Likely $4,000–$8,000
Covelight’s researched range for California · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$6,000a month
Likely $4,000–$8,100
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$6,000likely $4,000–$8,000
Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for assisted-living communities in California (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 $4,000–$8,100
- $6,000
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,150–$10,900
- $8,000
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 California (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 4 nearby homes that publish a rate
- Windsor Golden LivingWindsor · 35 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Gracious Living at Porter CreekSanta Rosa · 36 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Terene ManorWindsor · 36 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Carriage HouseSanta Rosa · 38 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 955 Pool Street, Lakeport, CA 95453Address 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 2022, the state has filed 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 1985. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated September 1, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- September 1, 2026
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints0typical 1
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 327 licensed mid-size homes (7–15 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 1985.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents
Sep 1, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
At approximately 11:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst, (LPA) Julie Florio arrived unannounced for the purpose of conducting a facility closure inspection and met with Ermelinda Mahlman, Licensee. Facility operated as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). Licensee informed LPA that they wish to close the facility due to personal reasons. The purpose of this inspection is to confirm the licensed services have been discontinued and verify that there are no residents in care. There were three (3) residents living in the facility at the time the facility announced it's closure. Licensee states that all residents were assisted with placement elsewhere. Licensee states the last resident moved out on 08/26/2026 which was facility's last day of operation. There were no residents present in the facility during today's inspection. Licensee and family live in the facility and were present in the facility during inspection. The facility is currently listed for sale. At approximately 11:20 AM, LPA conducted a walk-through of the facility with Licensee and inspected all rooms and the exterior of the building. LPA observed the facility approximately twenty-five percent (25%) cleared out of furnishings, household items, and care equipment. In June 2026, Licensee emailed the Department a statement of the intent to close facility. During today's inspection, Licensee provided LPA a copy of the eviction letters that were sent to residents and their responsible parties dated June 14, 2026. Closure inspection of this facility is complete. Licensee surrendered their license to LPA during today's inspection. The Department will move forward with the closure process. LPA to finalize paperwork for closure. No deficiencies cited during today's visit. Exit interview conducted with Licensee whose signature on form confirms receipt of document.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 1, 2026
Feb 3, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
At approximately 11:30 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Julie Florio arrived unannounced to conduct a required 1-year annual inspection and met with Linda Mahlman, Licensee. Facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) with four (4) residents in care. Facility has a Dementia Care Plan, a Hospice waiver for one (1), is approved for fifteen (15 residents, five (5) of whom can be non-ambulatory. At approximately 12:00 PM, LPA initiated a tour of the facility with Licensee and observed the following: Facility is a two story home, was a comfortable temperature, and passageways were free from obstructions. Only facility staff live on the second floor of facility and residents do not have access to the stairs. LPA observed the following required postings missing from the facility communal area: CCLD reporting poster, emergency disaster plan, current administrator certificate, and resident's personal rights. Licensee agreed to post them immediately in order to operate in compliance with regulation. Water temperatures in residents' bathrooms measured within the allowable range of 105 to 120 degrees F per Title 22 regulations. LPA observed a supply of clean linens, and hygiene, incontinent care, and paper products available for residents. Residents' bedrooms were inspected and observed to have all the appropriate furnishings as outlined in regulations. Cabinets containing cleaning supplies and other items that could pose a risk were locked. Facility has at least two days of perishable and one week of non-perishable foods, as well as an emergency water supply. Licensee agreed to ensure all staff and miscellaneous medications are are securely stored and maintained inaccessible to residents in care in order to operate in compliance with regulation. There is a shaded seating area in the backyard with outdoor space for activities. LPA observed five gallon paint buckets stored in the back yard. Licensee agreed to move them into secured storage or dispose of them immediately in order to bring the facility into compliance with regulation. Continued on LIC809-C... Continued from LIC809... LPA observed the residents eating, resting in their rooms or watching TV. Facility has a piano, books, puzzles, and games available for residents in care. Facility has internet access and Administrator agrees to ensure an internet access device is designated for resident use. Facility telephone was tested an operational during inspection. Facility's fire extinguishers were observed charged and were last serviced 06/2025. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors were tested and operational during inspection. Facility conducts three disaster drills per year with the last one completed on 10/2025. Licensee agrees to ensure drills are conducted no less than quarterly in order to operate in compliance with regulation. LPA observed the facility's infection control plan, first aid kit, PPE, flashlights, and emergency supplies. LPA observed a generator for emergency preparedness. LPA reviewed facility's emergency disaster plan which was last updated 01/2026. Licensee agrees to complete all sections of the emergency disaster plan and submit to the Department. At approximately 2:00 PM, LPA conducted file review. LPA reviewed four (4) staff and three (3) resident files and observed the following: Two (2) of four (4) staff files reviewed were missing some of the required annual training hours and annual medication training hours, (see LIC809Ds). All staff files were observed to contain all of the remaining required documentation, including proof of current CPR and first aid certifications. Three (3) of three (3) resident files reviewed were observed missing the consent for emergency treatment, which Licensee agrees to obtain immediately in order to bring the facility into compliance with regulation. LPA observed a fourth person in care who licensee was unable to provide the required documentation for, (see LIC809D). All resident files reviewed contained the remaining required paperwork per regulation. At approximately 3:30 PM, LPA reviewed medications and medication records which stored in compliance with regulation. However, LPA observed that the records did not accurately reflect the start dates and administration of the medications. LPA and Licensee reviewed proper documentation and practices and Licensee acknowledged understanding and agreed to operate in compliance moving forward. Administrator states that the residents families coordinate residents' medical and dental appointments and transportation to and from visits. However, facility will assist with coordinating these appointments and transportation for residents upon request. Facility does not manage P&I. continued on LIC809C... Continued from LIC809C... Updated copies of the following documents are to be submitted to CCL within 30 days of this visit: -LIC610E - Emergency Disaster Plan (updated) Deficiencies are cited from the California Code of Regulations (CCRs), and/or the Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, or repeat violations within a 12 month period, may result in a civil penalty assessment. Exit interview conducted with Licensee whose signature on form confirms receipt of documents. Appeal rights provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 3, 2026
The state marks this report as 15 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 6. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Mar 14, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
At approximately 09:45AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ali Deniz made an unannounced annual inspection of this licensed senior care facility. LPA met with facility Licensee/Administrator, Ermelinda Mahlman. There is a total of six residents at facility, two with dementia, and 1 resident on hospice. Facility is a 1 story building with 9 Resident bedrooms, 1 staff bedroom, 4 bathrooms, and common spaces. At approximately 10:00AM, LPA toured the building and grounds which was found to be clean and in good repair. LPA observed all walkways and exits to be unobstructed. All notices that are required to be posted have been posted except the Complaint Poster PUB 475 was not posted in the facility (Technical Advice given). LPA observed activity supplies for resident use. The amount of fresh and nonperishable foods is within regulation. Facility kitchen, refrigerators and freezers were clean, and food was stored properly. Staff were in the process of cleaning up after breakfast at the time of this inspection. During walk-though LPA/Administrator observed knifes were unlocked and administrator stated that they only clock the knife drawer and cleaning supply cabinets during the nighttime. Toxins are stored in a secure room of the kitchen. Although sharps and toxins in kitchen cabinets were unlocked (See LIC809-D page). Water temperature measured within regulation between 105- and 120- degrees F at faucets accessible to residents. Fire extinguishers inspected were charged and last inspection on 06/14/2024. Smoke detectors are hardwired into the fire system. Facility has fire sprinklers throughout. Fire suppression system was last inspected January 2024. Carbon Monoxide detectors were present. There was enough lighting in all common areas, resident rooms, and hallways. Medication is centrally stored and secure. At approximately 12:10PM, LPA reviewed 5 of 6 resident records and found 1 out of 5 resident R1 did not have current physician's reports or care plans. R1’s last medical assessment has done in Feb 2024 (Technical Advice given). Continued on LIC809-C... Continued from LIC809... At approximately 1:05PM, LPA reviewed 4 of 7 staff records. Based on file review, 3 out of 4 staff did not complete the required 20 hrs initial every year training (See LIC809-D page). At approximately 1:30AM, LPA reviewed the facility emergency disaster plan with Administrator. Licensee/Administrator was not able to find documentation or proof about when the facility conducted their last disaster drill (Technical Violation given). Facility has a generator to supply power during an outage. The plan outlines evacuation routes, which are shown on facility sketch and has alternative meeting locations. Facility has the required evacuation stair chairs in place. Facility has supplies enough to operate for more than 72 hours in an emergency. LPA was presented with proof of current CPR & 1st Aid certification for 6 out of 7 staff. Later Administrator was able to provide proof of first aid certificate for S1. Administrator Certificate is for Ermelinda Mahlman #6022851740 expired 12/6/2024. However, administrator was able show the proof of renewal application records that she submitted on Oct 17th, 2024. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL within 30 days of this visit: LIC 308 Designated LIC 500 Personnel Summary LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan LIC 9020 Register of Facility Resident’s Copy of Updated Certificate of Liability Insurance Current Administrator Certificate Deficiencies are cited from the California Code of Regulations (CCRs), and/or the Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report, LIC-809D, Plan of Corrections, and Appeal Rights discussed and provided to Administrator. Signature on form confirms receipt of documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 14, 2025
The state marks this report as 7 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Jan 9, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 1/9/2024 at 9:00 AM License Program Analyst (LPA) Hansen arrived unannounced to conduct an annual visit of the facility. LPA was welcomed by Administrator Linda Mahlman. There is a total of 6 residents at facility, two with dementia, and no residents on hospice. At approximately 9:10 AM, LPA toured the building and grounds which was found to be clean and in good repair. LPA observed all walkways and exits to be unobstructed. All notices that are required to be posted have been posted and are in a visible area. The amount of fresh and nonperishable foods is within regulation. Facility kitchen, refrigerators and freezers were clean, and food was stored properly. Toxins are stored in a secure room off of the kitchen. Although sharps and toxins in kitchen were observed by LPA & Licensee unlocked on 1/9/2024 at 9:15am (see LIC809-D). Hot water temperature measured between 105.6 degrees F and 117.6 degrees F within Title 22 acceptable regulation of 105 to 120 degrees F in 1 of 3 resident’s bathroom faucets. Facility has 8 fire extinguishers throughout, all charged on 5/4/2023. Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors were checked and in working order. Facility has fire sprinklers throughout. Fire suppression system was last inspected January 3, 2024. There was enough lighting in all common areas, resident rooms, and hallways. Medication is centrally stored and secure in locked cabinets in room area behind kitchen/office. At approximately 10:00 AM, LPA reviewed 6 of 6 resident records and found 6 of 6 residents records contained current appraisals and signed admission agreements. Although 1 of 6 residents records did not contain current physician reports (LIC602) (see LIC809-D). Medication records are thorough and contained physician's orders for each resident. At approximately 11:00 AM, LPA reviewed 3 of 3 staff records. 3 of 3 records contained documentation of completed training as required. Evidence of current CPR training provided, although 3 of 3 staff could not provide current 1st Aid Certification (see LIC 809-D). LPA interviewed 2 staff during this inspection. Continue on LIC 809-C At approximately 11:45 PM, LPA reviewed the facility emergency disaster plan with staff. Facility has a commercial generator to supply power during an outage for entire facility for over a week. The plan outlines evacuation routes, which are shown on facility sketch and has alternative meeting locations. Facility has supplies enough to operate for more than 72 hours in an emergency. Facility has conducted and documented quarterly disaster drills with the last being 10/12/2023. LPA reviewed Licensing Information System (LIS) with Lisignee who stated that is correct and updated at this time; no need to change any of the information. Administrator Certificate is for Ermelinda Mahlman #6022851740 expires 12/6/2024. Appeal of Rights Given. The following deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 of California Regulation. Failure to correct the deficiency and/or repeat deficiencies within a 12 month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted and appeal of rights provided. LPA Hansen is requesting facility to submit the following documents to CCL by 1/25/2024: LIC 308 Designated LIC 500 Personnel Summary LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan LIC 9020 Register of Facility Resident’s Copy of Certificate of Liability Insurancethe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 9, 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.
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?
- 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?
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