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Elysium Residential Care
Small home·Licensed for 6·Granada Hills, California
- Care approvals on fileHospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,500 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,700–$5,550
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit6 of 6 beds occupiedOctober 17, 2022 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJanuary 14, 2026CDSS inspection record
Elysium Residential Care is a small care home in Granada Hills — 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 2012. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care and dementia 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 Elysium Residential Care
Is Elysium Residential Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Elysium Residential Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Elysium Residential Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2012, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Elysium Residential Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Elysium Residential Care cost?
$4,500 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,700–$5,550. 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 13 small 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 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 Elysium Residential Care 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 Elysium Residential Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center is 2.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Elysium Residential Care keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Elysium Residential Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “ELYSIUM RESIDENTIAL CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #197608218. 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 Elysium Residential Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2012, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2012, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2012, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2012, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is January 14, 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 careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved by the state
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 6 residents
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
LICENSED TO SERVE ELDERLY 60 AND ABOVE. FIRE CLEARANCE APPROVED FOR 6 BEDRIDDEN IN SIX PRIVATE ROOMS. FACILITY IS 87705 COMPLIANT. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR 6 RESIDENTS.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file — 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?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,500a month to start
Likely $3,700–$5,550
From 13 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,500a month
Likely $3,700–$5,750
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$4,500likely $3,700–$5,550
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 small 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 $3,700–$5,750
- $4,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,300–$8,850
- $6,500
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time community fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
- What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
- What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
- What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
- Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 small 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.
13 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,000–$6,100.
- 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 13 nearby homes behind this estimate
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- Aurora Home for SeniorsGranada Hills · 1.3 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Alalik Care HomeGranada Hills · 1.4 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity of Granada HillsGranada Hills · 1.9 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Alaga HomesNorthridge · 2.2 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Healthy Life Service FacilityNorth Hills · 3.1 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- California State Health GroupNorth Hills · 3.7 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- A Caring Touch Board and CareChatsworth · 4.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Breath of Sunshine PlusNorthridge · 4.1 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Breath of SunshineNorth Hills · 4.5 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape Senior ResidenceChatsworth · 4.5 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- A Paradise in the ValleyNorthridge · 4.7 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
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Where it is
- 11436 Ostorm Avenue, Granada Hills, CA 91344Address 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 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2012. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated January 14, 2026.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- January 14, 2026
- Occupied · October 17, 2022 visit
- 6 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated October 17, 2022. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints1typical 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 2012.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents
Jan 14, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with the administrator, Jenneth Aguilar and explained the reason for the visit. At approximately 12:30pm, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. The facility is a one story building. The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide are dual and interconnected. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. It was purchased on February 2, 2026. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food properly stored. Knives are stored in a locked drawer. Bedrooms: There were seven (7) bedrooms. Six (6) are designated for residents' use. One room is for staff use. All rooms, occupied by the residents are private. All rooms were observed to be properly furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting. Additional emergency food supply is kept in staff room. Bathrooms: There are three (3) bathrooms. Two (2) bathrooms are designated for residents' use, and one is for staff. Bathrooms, designated for resident's use were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was measured between 111 degrees Fahrenheit. No cleaning supplies were observed in any of the resident bathrooms the bathrooms. All cleaning supplies are kept in a locked storage, outside of the home. Dx: Diabeties, amputeeCommon Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The living room is equipped with sufficient seating of a couch, recliner, tables, and television. The fireplace is non-functional. The dining room table is large enough to seat up to six (6) residents. Furniture were observed to be maintained and in good repair. Floors were mopped and clean. Passageways were clear. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. The backyard has a gazebo and there were furniture appropriate for outdoor use. The backyard is large enough to hold outdoor activities. There is a swimming pool in the backyard, that has a five foot wall surrounding the parameters. There is a gate, that is also at least five foot high, with a combination/coded lock required to enter in order for access and to prevent residents from gaining entry. There is a guest house/ADU, in the back, designated for staff use. Guest house is not accessible to the residents. The outdoor area was free of hazards. Laundry: The laundry area is located by the kitchen. No detergents or cleaning supples observed during the day's inspection. Garage: Garage is attached to the home. Entry is through the side. Garage is locked and used for storage. Staff Work Station: Staff workstation is located by the corner of the living room, where staff and resident records are locked and maintained. Resident Files: LPA conducted a file review of resident records to insure compliance of licensing forms. Staff Files: LPA also conducted a file review of staff records to insure forms compliance and training is up to date. Medications: Medications are centrally stored in a locked medication cart, located in the kitchen. Medications were reviewed for proper storage and documentation. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit Interview Conducted and a Copy of the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 14, 2026
Apr 2, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with the administrator, Jenneth Aguilar and explained the reason for the visit. At approximately 12:00pm, with the assistance of the administrator, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. The facility is a one story building. Required postings were observed posted on the walls. The smoke alarms are battery operated and interconnected. The carbon monoxide detector is located by the living room/dining room area. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. It was purchased on March 23, 2023. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food at the facility; properly stored. Knives are stored in a locked drawer. Bedrooms: There were seven (7) bedrooms. Six (6) are designated for residents' use. One room is for staff use. All rooms, occupied by the residents are private. All rooms were observed to be properly furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting. Exits and passageways were clear of obstruction during the visit. Bathrooms: There are three (3) bathrooms. Two (2) bedrooms are designated for residents' use, and one is for staff. Bathrooms, designated for resident's use were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was measured at 115 degrees Fahrenheit. No cleaning supplies were observed in any of the resident bathrooms the bathrooms. All cleaning supplies are kept in a locked storage, outside of the home. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The living room is equipped with a couch, recliner, tables, and television. The fireplace is non-functional. The dining room table is large enough to seat up to six (6) residents. Furniture were observed to be maintained and in good repair. Floors were mopped and clean. Passageways were clear. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. The backyard has a gazebo and there were furniture appropriate for outdoor use. The backyard is large enough to hold outdoor activities. There is a swimming pool in the backyard, that has a five foot wall surrounding the parameters. There is a gate, that is also at least five foot high, with a combination/coded lock required to enter in order for access and to prevent residents from gaining entry. There is also a guest house/ADU, in the back, designated for staff use. Guest house is not accessible to the residents. The outdoor area was free of hazards. Laundry: The laundry area is located by the kitchen. No detergents or cleaning supples observed during the day's inspection. Garage: Garage is attached to the home. Entry is through the side. Garage is locked and used for storage. Staff Work Station: Staff workstation is located by the corner of the living room, where staff and resident records are locked and maintained. Resident Files: LPA conducted a file review of resident records to insure compliance of licensing forms. Staff Files: LPA also conducted a file review of staff records to insure forms compliance and training is up to date. Medications: Medications are centrally stored in a locked medication cart, located in the kitchen. Medications were reviewed for proper storage and documentation. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit Interview Conducted and a Copy of the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 2, 2025
Feb 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with the administrator, Jenneth Aguilar and explained the reason for the visit. At approximately 9:15am, with the assistance of the administrator, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. Required postings were observed throughout the walls of the facility, in and outside of th home. The smoke alarms are battery operated and interconnected. The carbon monoxide detector is located by the living room/dining room area, plugged into the wall. It functions properly. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. It was purchased on March 23, 2023. Administrator aware, and will be purchasing a new one. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food at the facility; properly stored. Knives are stored in a locked drawer. Properly labeled medications were locked in one of the kitchen cabinets. Bedrooms: There were seven (7) bedrooms. Six (6) are designated for residents' use. One room is for staff use. All rooms, occupied by the residents are private. All rooms were observed to be properly furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting. Exits and passageways were clear of obstruction during the visit. Bathrooms: There are three (3) bathrooms. Two (2) bedrooms are designated for residents' use, and one is for staff. Bathrooms, designated for resident's use were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was measured at 115 degrees Fahrenheit. No cleaning supplies were observed in any of the resident bathrooms the bathrooms. All cleaning supplies are kept in a locked storage, outside of the home. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The common areas were properly furnished. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. The backyard has a gazebo and there were furniture appropriate for outdoor use. The backyard is large enough to hold outdoor activities when the weather permits. There is a swimming pool in the backyard, that has a five foot wall surrounding the parameters. There is a gate, that is also at least five foot high, with a combination/coded lock required to enter in order for access and to prevent residents from gaining entry. There is also a guest house/ADU, in the back, designated for staff use. Guest house is not accessible to the residents. The outdoor area was free of hazards. The laundry area is located by the kitchen. Resident Files: LPA conducted a file review of resident records to insure compliance of licensing forms. Staff Files: LPA also conducted a file review of staff records to insure forms and training are up to date and compliance with licensing forms. Medications: Medication and Medication Records were reviewed for proper documentation. Medications are centrally stored in a medication cart, located in the kitchen. It is observed locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit Interview Conducted and a Copy of the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 23, 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.
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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?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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