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Emerald Hills Care Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Redwood City, California

Licensed since 2008Licence #415600781
(650) 465-9430From the state roster · September 27, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$6,350 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $5,200–$7,800
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitMay 8, 2026CDSS inspection record

Emerald Hills Care Home is a small care home in Redwood City — 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 2008. Dementia care and bedridden care are not on file.

Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 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 Emerald Hills Care Home

Is Emerald Hills Care Home licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

How many residents is Emerald Hills Care Home licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Has Emerald Hills Care Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is Emerald Hills Care Home still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.

What does Emerald Hills Care Home cost?

$6,350 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $5,200–$7,800. 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 12 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 Emerald Hills Care 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 Lt Investment Corporation, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Sequoia Hospital is 0.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Emerald Hills Care Home keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 3 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Emerald Hills Care Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “EMERALD HILLS CARE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #415600781. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed to Lt Investment Corporation, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is May 8, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 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

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 3 residents
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

State licensing record · September 27, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. SUBJECT TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 3 RESIDENTS.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 3 — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 27, 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

$6,350a month to start

Likely $5,200–$7,800

From 12 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$6,350a month

Likely $5,200–$7,950

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
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$6,350likely $5,200–$7,800

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 12 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 (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 $5,200–$7,950
$6,350
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $6,000–$10,900
$8,350
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.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
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 12 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.

12 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $6,450–$7,750.

  • 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 12 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 1871 Cordilleras Road, Redwood City, CA 94062Address from the public record · September 27, 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 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2008. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated May 8, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
4
Most recent visit
May 8, 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 2008.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2026110202511020241102022110

The last 36 months — 3 of 4 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20261 state visit · 1 document
May 8, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

On 5/8/2026, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility to conduct a Case Management visit to deliver the facility's new license. LPA Calandra was greeted by Maria Collins, Licensee and explained the purpose of the visit. A new license was provided as the Licensee's Hospice waiver was increased from 2 to 3 persons. No deficiencies cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report provided to the facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 8, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Nov 7, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 11/7/2025, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility to conduct the Annual 1-year required inspection. LPA Calandra was greeted by Maria Collins, Administrator and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the physical plant. This is a 1-story building with 6 bedrooms and three bathrooms, front yard, garage, office, living room, dining room, and backyard. All bedrooms had the required furniture and sufficient lighting. No accessible bodies of water or hazards were observed in hallways or the front and back yards. The facility was kept at a comfortable temperature. The hot water temperature was within the required 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility had the required 7 days of non perishables and 2 days of perishables on site. No food was expired. The facility's first aid kit had the required items. All sharp objects, soap, detergent, and poisons were observed to be locked and in-accessible to persons in care. LPA Calandra reviewed 5 resident files and 3 staff files. All files were observed to be complete except for Appraisal of Needs and Services in the resident files and TB results for two staff members. A review of Centrally Stored Medications indicated that medications for residents were properly labeled with instructions on dosage and times of day and matched the Centrally Stored Medication Records(CSMR) kept at the facility. During the visit, the following documents were collected: Current Liability Insurance The facility will send the current LIC 500 and Control of Property to the Regional Office (RO) by 11/27/2025. A Type B citation was provided for not having TB results for S1 and S2. A Type B citation was also provided for not having Appraisal of Needs and Services for R1, R2, R3, R4, and R5. A Type B citation was also provided as the Administrator does not have an active Administrator Certificate. The deficiencies are cited under the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct the deficiencies by the due date may result in civil penalties. An exit interview was conducted. This report was reviewed with Maria Collins, Administrator and a copy of the report sent via email.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 7, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Nov 20, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On November 20, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility at 8:32 AM to conduct the Annual 1-year required inspection. LPA Calandra was greeted by Maria Collins, Administrator and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the physical plant. This is a 1-story building with 6 bedrooms and three bathrooms, front yard, garage, office, living room, dining room, and backyard. All bedrooms had the required furniture and sufficient lighting. No accessible bodies of water or hazards were observed in hallways or the front and back yards. The facility was kept at a comfortable temperature. The hot water temperature was within the required 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility had the required 7 days of non perishables and 2 days of perishables on site. No food was expired. The facility's first aid kit had the required items. All sharp objects, soap, detergent, and poisons were observed to be locked and in-accessible to persons in care. LPA Calandra reviewed 6 resident files and 3 staff files. All files were observed to be complete. LPA Calandra conducted 3 resident interviews. A review of Centrally Stored Medications indicated that medications for residents were properly labeled with instructions on dosage and times of day and matched the Centrally Stored Medication Records(CSMR) kept at the facility. During the visit, the following documents were collected: - Current Liability Insurance - Infection Control Plan - Current Administrator Certificate The facility will send the current LIC 500 to the Regional Office (RO) by 11/27/2024. The deficiencies are cited under the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct the deficiencies by the due date may result in civil penalties. An exit interview was conducted. This report was reviewed with Maria Collins, Administrator and a copy of the report left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 20, 2024
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe 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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  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
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