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Fresno Guest Home #21

Small home·Licensed for 6·Fresno, California

Licensed since 2024Licence #107209422Medi-Cal ALW
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Typical starting rate$4,000 a monthTypical in Fresno County · likely $2,950–$5,500
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit6 of 6 beds occupiedOctober 23, 2025 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
  • Last state visitApril 3, 2026CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderXencare II, Inc.Since 2024 · 11 licensed homes

Fresno Guest Home #21 is a small care home in Fresno — 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 2024. 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 Fresno Guest Home #21

Is Fresno Guest Home #21 licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

How many residents is Fresno Guest Home #21 licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has Fresno Guest Home #21 been cited?

0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is Fresno Guest Home #21 still open?

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

What does Fresno Guest Home #21 cost?

$4,000 a month to start is typical in Fresno County, likely $2,950–$5,500. 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 nearby homes publish a rate, so this is the typical starting rate 5 small homes publish in Fresno County, with a wider likely range. This home’s own rate is not on file.

Among 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Fresno that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,450 to $5,175 a month, and the middle figure is $4,000 (n = 5 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.

Does Fresno Guest Home #21 take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Xencare II, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Xencare II, Inc. — at least 14 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is 1 mile away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Fresno Guest Home #21 keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Fresno Guest Home #21 license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “FRESNO GUEST HOME #21”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #107209422. 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 Xencare II, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 5 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 2 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is April 3, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 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 6 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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR SIX (6) RESIDENTS.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — 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

Typical starting rate

$4,000a month to start

Likely $2,950–$5,500

From homes this size in Fresno County · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,000a month

Likely $2,950–$5,650

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$4,000likely $2,950–$5,500

    Too few nearby homes publish a rate, so this is the typical starting rate 5 small homes publish in Fresno County, with a wider likely range. 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 $2,950–$5,650
$4,000
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,700–$8,600
$6,000
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, 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 appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. For a resident on SSI/SSP, California’s 2026 standard sends $1,444.07 a month to the home for 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 worksWhy this is a county figure

Too few nearby homes publish a rate, so this is the typical starting rate 5 small homes publish in Fresno County, with a wider likely range. 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.
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Where it is

  • 6808 N. Backer Avenue, Fresno, CA 93710Address 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 2024, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 3, 2026.

On file since
2024
State visits
5
Most recent visit
April 3, 2026
Occupied · October 23, 2025 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 23, 2025. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (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 citations1typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations2typical 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 2024.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202611020252212024110

The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Apr 3, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 04/03/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Daiquiri Boyd arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit. LPA was granted entry by staff and explain the purpose of the visit. Administrator Teresa Long (AD) arrived at the facility shortly after, to assist in the inspection. The residence was set at 74 F temperature and free of passageway obstructions inside and outside. LPA observed seven bedrooms and five bathrooms in the residence. Residents' rooms were toured and inspected. Rooms were found to be clean, and furnishing was in good condition with most residents rooms containing their personal furnishings. Hot water temperature was measured at 112 degrees F. Kitchen toured, supply of food observed, and food stored properly for perishable and nonperishable. Medication and knives are locked in a laundry room closet off of the kitchen. Cleaning supplies were locked in the laundry room. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide are dual detectors, they were checked and operating. Fire extinguishers were charged and was serviced on 08/07/2025. Emergency disaster drills are conducted quarterly, last drill completed on 03/17/2026. First Aid kit was observed and found to be fully stocked. LPA reviewed 3 staff files and 3 client binders. There was outdoor seating for the residents in two separate areas. Grass area contained a putting green. Outdoor area was clean and free of obstruction. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to AD whose signature confirms receipt. No deficiencies were cited on this day. LPA requested the following updated forms faxed to CCLD by 04/17/2026: LIC 500, Proof of current Liability Coverage.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 3, 2026
20252 state visits · 2 documents
Oct 23, 2025Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff intimidated resident Staff did not comply with reporting requirements

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Daiquiri Boyd conducted the subsequent complaint investigation visit to the facility. During the course of this complaint investigation LPA interviewed staff, Administrator, and resident, as well as obtain relevant resident cell phone documentation. It was determined based on the interviews, verification of phone information, and timeline and outcome of events on 6/10/2025, that the above allegation is SUBSTANTIATED. A series of events between staff and resident led to staff placing a phone call to a resident's cell phone at 11:19pm. The verification of the call being recieved, as well as the time of night it was placed, resulted in resident feeling intimidated. Facility did not report the initial event between staff and resident to Licensing within 7 days. Based on LPAs observations and interviews which were conducted and record review(s), the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation(s) is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 6 & Chapter 8), are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. Substantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2025 · control 24-AS-20250620105356

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87468.1(a) · Plan of correction due date: Nov 6, 2025

(a) Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights:... This requirement was not met as evidenced by interviews of S1 and R1 R1's cell phone log shows R1 received a call from S1 at 11:19pm. R1 said S1 yells and intimidates residents. Based on the interaction of S1 and R1 on 6/10/25, followed by removal of staff, and call log showing the received call and time of night S1 called R1, R1's Personal Rights were violated. S1 did place a call to R1 at 11:19pm, which poses a potential risk to the health, safety, or personal rights risk to the residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2025

Plan of correction: Facility will rettrain staff at facility on personal rights and send proof with staff signatures and date of the training by 11/6 to Licensing.

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87211(a)(1)(D) · Plan of correction due date: Nov 6, 2025

(a) Each licensee shall furnish to the licensing agency such reports as the Department may require, including, but not limited to, the following: (1) A written report shall be submitted to the licensing agency and to the person responsible for the resident within seven days of the occurrence... (D) Any incident which threatens the welfare, safety or health of any resident, such as psychological abuse of a resident by staff or other residents...This requirement is not met as evidenced by the facility did not submit an Incident Report to Licensing within seven days. Incidents occured on 6/10/25 and were not reported until 6/20/25, which poses a potential risk to the health, safethy, or personal rights risk to the residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2025

Plan of correction: Administrators to read and provide statement that Reporting Requirement regulations have been read and are understood. Proof with dates and signatures to be provided to Licensing by 11/6.

Apr 3, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 04/03/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Daiquiri Boyd arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit. LPA was granted entry by staff and explain the purpose of the visit. Administrator Teresa Long (AD) arrived at the facility shortly after, to assist in the inspection. The residence was set at 74 F temperature and free of passageway obstructions inside and outside. LPA observed seven bedrooms and five bathrooms in the residence. Residents' rooms were toured and inspected. Rooms were found to be clean, and furnishing was in good condition with most residents rooms containing their personal furnishings. Hot water temperature was measured at 115.1 degrees F. Kitchen toured, supply of food observed, and food stored properly for perishable and nonperishable. Medication and knives are locked in a laundry room closet off of the kitchen. Cleaning supplies were locked in the laundry room. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide are dual detectors, they were checked and operating. Fire extinguishers were charged and was serviced on 08/05/2024. Emergency disaster drills are conducted quarterly, last drill completed on 03/02/2025. First Aid kit was observed and found to be fully stocked. LPA reviewed 3 staff files and 3 client binders. There was outdoor seating for the residents in two separate areas. Grass area contained a putting green. Outdoor area was clean and free of obstruction. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to AD whose signature confirms receipt. No deficiencies were cited on this day. LPA requested the following updated forms faxed to CCLD by 04/14/2025: Administrative Organization (LIC309), Personnel Report (LIC 500), Proof of current Liability Coverage.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 3, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Apr 8, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 4/8/2024 at 9:00 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) B. Miranda arrived to the facility for an announced visit to conduct a pre-licensing inspection. LPA met with Staff Teresa Long and Arielle Ballard. Facility currently has no residents with a maximum capacity of 6. Facility is a single level residential facility with 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. Facility has 6 rooms allocated for residents and one for live in staff. Facility capacity is 6 and each resident will have their own room. Residents will not share rooms at the facility. LPA toured the facility inside and out. LPA observed all fire exits to be clear and free from obstruction. LPA observed fire extinguisher to be in good standing and located in the kitchen. Laundry room is key pad locked, medication closet is located inside of the laundry room with an additional key pad lock. LPA observed first aid kit to be complete. All rooms have proper furniture with bed, linen, lighting, drawers, night stand, and closet storage space. All bedrooms have blinds for privacy. Sufficient lighting & furnishings in common area. Facility has a living room area and an outside area with furniture for residents to interact with each other. Physical plant is consistent with the facility sketch/floor plan. Smoke & carbon monoxide detectors tested & determined to be operational. LPA observed all trash cans to have lids. No deficiencies were noted at this time. Component III was also conducted and completed. Pre-licensing requirements were met. An exit interview was conducted with Staff Teresa Long and Arielle Ballard. Report signed on-site by Teresa Long and printed copy was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 8, 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

CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗

An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents and the questions below stand in their place.

Who holds the licence

Xencare II, Inc., licensed since 2024, operates 11 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

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.

  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  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?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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