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Gables Residential Care Facility
Small home·6 while this license was open·Bakersfield, California
- Care approvals on fileDementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Home size6 while this license was openSmall care home · the state license record
- Room at the last state visit0 of 6 beds occupiedMarch 10, 2026 · not a current opening
Gables Residential Care Facility in Bakersfield held a license for a small care home — a residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE). The license covered 6 residents. The state lists this licence as “Closed, Licensee Initiated.”
Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
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Quick answers about Gables Residential Care Facility
Is Gables Residential Care Facility licensed?
The state lists this license as “Closed, Licensee Initiated,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Gables Residential Care Facility licensed for?
6 residents while this license was open — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Gables Residential Care Facility been cited?
2 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is Gables Residential Care Facility still open?
This license is listed as closed, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
What does Gables Residential Care Facility cost?
This license is listed as closed, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Among 17 other homes of a similar licensed size in Bakersfield that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $4,050 a month, and the middle figure is $3,500 (n = 17 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
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 Gables Residential Care Facility take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this license is listed as closed. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license was held by Gables Residential Care Facility Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Mercy Southwest Hospital is 1.2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Gables Residential Care Facility keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is on this closed license’s record, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Gables Residential Care Facility license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “GABLES RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY INC”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #157209520. The state lists this license as “Closed, Licensee Initiated,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- This license covered 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- This license was held by Gables Residential Care Facility Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
- 9 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 2 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 1 complaint and 2 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 22, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved by the state
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident
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. FIRE CLEARANCE APPROVED FOR SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORIES WHERE ONE (1) CAN BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #E. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR SIX (6) RESIDENTS.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA · 985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
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
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”
State licensing record · September 13, 2026
3 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,950a month to start
Likely $4,050–$6,100
From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,950a month
Likely $4,050–$6,250
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Starting monthly rate$4,950likely $4,050–$6,100
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $4,050–$6,250
- $4,950
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,750–$9,350
- $6,950
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 license is listed as closed. 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 9 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
9 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$5,100.
- 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 9 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Brighton ManorBakersfield · 0.6 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Bella Vita at StoningtonBakersfield · 0.6 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Village GardensBakersfield · 0.7 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Windcreek Senior CareBakersfield · 1.0 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A & A Bakersfield Care HomeBakersfield · 2.7 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Tlc Home Care 1Bakersfield · 3.1 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Riverstone Terrace Senior Living Memory CareBakersfield · 3.2 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · memory care shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
- Blue Pearl Home Care IIBakersfield · 4.0 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Garnsey GardenBakersfield · 4.4 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 903 Spirit Lake, Bakersfield, CA 93312Address from the public record · September 13, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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The state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.
Since 2025, the state has filed 8 documents for this home, and its records count 9 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 22, 2026.
- On file since
- 2025
- State visits
- 9
- Most recent visit
- July 22, 2026
- Occupied · March 10, 2026 visit
- 0 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated March 10, 2026. 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 citations2typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 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.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 8 of 8 documents
Jul 22, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 7/22/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina attempted to conduct an Annual Required inspection at this location. LPA met with Christina Marsy, Administrator and Licensee, Valerie Civelli via telephone. LPA Medina was advised by licensee that residents at this location were moved in December 2025 to two other licensed facilities. Licensee has lost control of property as there are now tenants residing at this address and LPA is unable to gain access for a final walk through. Licensee e-mailed correspondence to LPA confirming information and will be on file with this report. Fresno Regional office will process facility closure. Exit interview conducted with Administrator and a copy of report provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 22, 2026
Mar 10, 2026Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Licensee did not comply with change of ownership requirements Licensee did not maintain operational control of the facility
On 3/10/2026, Licensing Program Manager (LPM) S. Pidgirny and Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an office meeting to deliver findings for this complaint. LPM and LPA met with Licensee, Valerie Civelli and Administrator, Christina Marsy. During the investigation, LPA conducted interviews, gathered information and toured facility. Based on information gathered, Licensee Valerie Civelli transferred the facility or facility property, operations, operational controls and financial obligations to prospective buyer as a part of agreement on/or after March 21, 2025. Licensee entered into a formal written agreement on March 25, 2025, then entered into a formal written contract on July 18, 2025. The facility was not licensed by Department until July 29, 2025. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met; therefore, the above allegations are found to be SUBSTANTIATED. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, deficiencies are being cited on the attached 9099-D. Exit interview conducted and a copy of report and appeal rights will be provided for facility records. Substantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 10, 2026 · control 24-AS-20251118094345
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87109(b) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 11, 2026
(b) Except as provided in subdivision (e), the property and business shall not be transferred until the buyer qualifies for a license or provisional license within the appropriate provisions of this chapter. **This was not met as evidenced by Licensee entered into a formal written agreement on March 25, 2025, then entered into a formal written contract on July 18, 2025. The facility was not licensed by Department until July 29, 2025.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 10, 2026
Plan of correction: Licensee to provide written statement to Department acknowledging that regulation has been read and submit to by plan of correction due date.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87205(a) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 11, 2026
(a) The licensee, whether an individual or other entity, shall exercise general supervision over the affairs of the licensed facility and establish policies concerning its operation in conformance with these regulations and the welfare of the individuals it serves. **This was not met as evidenced by Licensee transferred operational control to 3rd party including but not limited to payroll, facility utility bills, expenses of facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 10, 2026
Plan of correction: Licensee to provide written statement to Department acknowledging that regulation has been read and submit to by plan of correction due date.
Mar 10, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
On 3/10/2026, an informal office meeting was conducted at Fresno Regional Office to obtain information regarding complaints, operations, operational control, and Title 22 regulations. In attendance from Fresno Regional Office: Sergiy Pidgirny, Licensing Program Manager Alexandria Walton, Licensing Program Manager Shawna Doucette, Licensing Program Manager Melinda Medina, Licensing Program Analyst Licensee provided documentation during meeting. No deficiencies cited. A copy of report was provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 10, 2026
Feb 24, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Health Checks
On 2/24/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an unannounced Case Management for health and safety of residents in care. LPA conducted facility visit with Administrator, Christina Marsy. Currently, there are 0 residents in care at this location. The two residents that were present were re-located to the other licensed homes with family approval on December 10,2025. Facility toured and their are no personal belongings in the bedrooms and/or closets. Facility does have utilities in place. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Administrator for facility records. No deficiencies cited during visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 24, 2026
Dec 5, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Health Checks
On 12/05/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an unannounced Case Management for health and safety of residents in care. LPA arrived, introduced self, and allowed entrance to facility by direct care staff. Administrator, Christina Marsy contacted by telephone and arrived a short time later to conduct visit with LPA. Currently, there are 2 residents in care, and both receiving hospice services. LPA observed facility to be clean and a comfortable temperature during visit. Facility has a 2-day supply of perishable food and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food. The following documents were provided to LPA during facility visit by Administrator: LIC 500 LIC 9020 Liability Insurance Copy of message sent to families on 11/17/2025 Per telephone conversation with Valerie Civelli during Case Management a spreadsheet will be provided via e-mail by close of business on 12/05/2025 which documents all utilities and account holder for the facility. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Administrator for facility records. No deficiencies cited during visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 5, 2025
Nov 25, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
On 11/25/2025, a office meeting was conducted at Fresno Regional Office to obtain information regarding operations, operational control, and licensure. In attendance from Fresno Regional Office: Brenda White, Regional Manager Sergiy Pidgirny, Licensing Program Manager Melinda Medina, Licensing Program Analyst Licensee provided documentation during meeting. No deficiencies cited. A copy of report was provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 25, 2025
Jul 17, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 7/17/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an announced Pre-licensing inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was allowed entrance into the facility. LPA met with Administrator, Christian Marsy and Licensee Representative, Antoinette Sillas. . The facility is 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms home. Fire clearance was granted for 6 residents, 5 non- ambulatory and up to 1 bedridden residents. Currently, there are 5 residents in care. Facility observed to clean, odor free, and a comfortable temperature. Common areas observed to be furnished and have adequate seating and lighting available. All bedrooms were observed to have required furnishings. Bathrooms toured, fixtures observed operational. Grab bars available and skid-resistant surfaces in showers observed. Kitchen was toured and observed to have pots, pans, plates, cups and utensils. Facility has a 2-day of perishable and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available as of date of inspection. Knives observed to be locked and secured and stove knobs observed to be removed. Medication observed to be locked and secured in medication room. Cleaning supplies and chemicals are locked and secured under kitchen sink and in laundry room. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 9/17/2024. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were observed to be operational during this inspection. Water temperature measured at 116 degrees F. Facility has a working telephone of Outside of facility toured. Facility has a covered patio with seating available. Exits open free of obstruction. . Gate observed to be self-latching. Component III conducted during pre-licensing inspection. Pre-Licensing is complete and this facility has no deficiencies Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was provided to Administrator for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 17, 2025
Jun 6, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
***Amended report to change census to 4**** Component II completion: Successful Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) Application Type: Change in Ownership (CHOW) Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 4 COMP II Participants: Christina Marsy, Administrator Valerie Civelli, Member Interview Method: COMPONENT II Wavied On May 30, 2025, Applicant and Administrator participated in COMP II for the below pending facilities: Gables Care for Elderly Inc - 157209521 located at 13303 Nantucket PL, Bakersfield, CA 93314 Identification of the Applicant and Administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, Applicant and Administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant and Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility Operation: License Type, Client/Resident Populations, and Program. 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing Requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General Provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing Readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 6, 2025
What the state’s words mean
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