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Golden Age Home Care VIII
Small home·Licensed for 6·Modesto, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$3,800 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,100–$4,700
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit6 of 6 beds occupiedMay 12, 2026 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitAugust 20, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderPlacintar, MarinelaSince 2017 · 8 licensed homes
Golden Age Home Care VIII is a small care home in Modesto — 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 2017. Bedridden care is 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 Golden Age Home Care VIII
Is Golden Age Home Care VIII licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Golden Age Home Care VIII licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Golden Age Home Care VIII been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 10 state visits over the same years.
Is Golden Age Home Care VIII still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Golden Age Home Care VIII cost?
$3,800 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,100–$4,700. 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 9 small homes and similar homes within 8 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 6 other homes of a similar licensed size in Modesto that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $4,900 a month, and the middle figure is $3,400 (n = 6 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 Golden Age Home Care VIII 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 Placintar, Marinela, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Memorial Medical Center is 2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Golden Age Home Care VIII keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Golden Age Home Care VIII license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “GOLDEN AGE HOME CARE VIII”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #502700162. 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 Placintar, Marinela, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 10 state inspection visits since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 10 state visits in that period.
- 2 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 20, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 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. 6 NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — 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
- 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 27, 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
$3,800a month to start
Likely $3,100–$4,700
From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$3,800a month
Likely $3,100–$4,900
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$3,800likely $3,100–$4,700
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar homes within 8 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 $3,100–$4,900
- $3,800
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,650–$8,100
- $5,800
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 9 small homes and similar homes within 8 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 8 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,850–$5,000.
- 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
- Safe Haven Central ValleyModesto · 1.6 mi · Small home$4,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Crossroads ManorRiverbank · 2.7 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Graceful Living at RiverbankRiverbank · 2.8 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Sisters Assisted LivingModesto · 3.5 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Stephen's HomeModesto · 4.1 mi · Small home$2,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Dutchollow Suites IModesto · 5.2 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Graceful Living at ModestoModesto · 6.8 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Malonzo EldercareModesto · 7.0 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Astoria at OakdaleOakdale · 7.8 mi · Mid-size home$2,150Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 3013 Queens Gate Court, Modesto, CA 95355Address 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 2021, the state has filed 12 documents for this home, and its records count 10 visits since 2017. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated August 20, 2026.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 10
- Most recent visit
- August 20, 2026
- Occupied · May 12, 2026 visit
- 6 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 2 complaint reports the state published for this home, dated October 17, 2023 to May 12, 2026. 2 of the 2 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (2). 2 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 2 complaint reports 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 complaints2typical 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 2017.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 5 of 12 documents
Aug 20, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 08/20/2026, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Melina Oropeza arrived at this facility unannounced to conduct a Required 1 Year Annual Inspection Visit. LPA was met by staff and backup administrator, Venice Andrews and Licensee, Marinela Placintar joined 15 minutes later. LPA explained the purpose of the visit to backup administrator, Licensee and staff. This facility is licensed to serve 6 residents of which all may be non-ambulatory. This facility has a hospice waiver for 4 and a dementia plan on file. LPA and backup administrator inspected the physical plant including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, laundry area, living area and other common areas, as well as outside of the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. Facility is a 6 bed facility with a current census of 6. There is entry door is leading to the living room, kitchen with a hallway to the bedrooms and bathrooms. Chemicals and medications noted to be locked to residents in care. LPA also conducted the care domain tool. No bodies of water were observed at the facility. Hot water temperature was measured at 114 F degrees Fahrenheit in resident bathroom sink, which is within the required range of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. All necessary documents were in place. LPA observed the following posted on the facility wall: Facility license, sketch, See Something Say Something poster, Ombudsman poster, Theft and Loss Policy, Resident Bill of Rights, Rights of Resident/Family Councils. LPA observed the facility to have adequate food supply of 7 days non-perishables and 2 days perishables in place. Resident rooms were sanitary and had the required furniture and furnishings. LPA observed, fire extinguisher inspected on 06/08/2026 and current, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, central heating and air in the facility. The first aid kit was found in compliance A tour of the facility exterior grounds was conducted. A review of the facility perimeter fence, side gates, and all other exits was conducted and in good repair. LPA reviewed four (4) staff files. All staff is fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility and staff have current First Aid or CPR certifications on file. Facility is conducting initial and continuing training as required. LPA reviewed five (5) resident facility files. All necessary documents were in place. There were no deficiencies observed or cited during today's annual visit. Exit interview held with licensee and copies of reports left at conclusion of visit with Licensee, Marinela Placintar.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 20, 2026
May 12, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Uncleared staff providing care to the residents
On 05/12/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arielle Pascua arrived unannounced to this facility to deliver complaint findings for the allegation above. LPA Pascua met with Facility Designated Administrator (FDA), Marinela Placintar and explained the purpose of the visit. Current census was 6. A brief interview with FDA Placintar. It was alleged that there is an uncleared staff member providing care to the residents. Based on information gathered, the determination of the exclusion order of S1 is still pending, however S1 is able to be present in the facility at this time. As a result of this investigation, this Department found the allegations to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. A complaint allegation finding of Unsubstantiated meant that although the allegations may have happened or was valid, there was not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred. There were no deficiencies observed or cited at this time. An Exit Interview was conducted and copy of this report was provided to the facility at the end of this visit. Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 12, 2026 · control 27-AS-20260326164639
Sep 9, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 09/09/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arielle Pascua arrived unannounced to this facility to conduct an annual visit. LPA met with Licensee, Marinela Placintar and explained the purpose of the visit. The purpose of this visit was to conduct an annual visit. There were two staff members present, Christopher Nnam and Damian Campbell. This facility is licensed to serve 6 residents of which all may be non-ambulatory. This facility has a hospice waiver for 4 and a dementia plan on file. Current census is 4. A brief interview with Licensee Placintar was conducted. A review of 4 resident files were conducted. 4 out 5 residents were obtaining hospice services from various hospice agencies. A review of 3 staff files were conducted. 3 out 3 staff files were complete and up to date. The Facility Designated Administrator (FDA), Kenroy Anderson has an active certificate #7027437740 and expires on 01/02/2026. A tour of the facility was conducted. The interior of the physical plant was in good condition and sanitary. Fire extinguishers appeared to have been annually inspected by Jorgenson Co on 07/16/2025. The kitchen area was toured. LPAs observed a non-perishable and perishable foods in the cabinets and refrigerator. Additional food supplies were identified in the garage. LPA observed a locked centralized stored medication cabinet located in the kitchen. Along with the administrator, the LPA observed, reviewed, and compared resident medication and medication dispensing logs. First Aid Kit was present and contained all of the required components. A tour of the bathrooms was conducted. Hot water temperature was measured and observed to be within the required range of 105-120 degrees. A linen closet was located in the hallway and presented a sufficient amount of linens to adequately supply and meet the needs of the residents at this time. A tour of the bedrooms was conducted. Resident furniture was observed to be sufficient to meet their needs at this time. Laundry area was toured. Laundry detergent, bleach, and all other cleaning supplies were observed to be locked and made inaccessible to the residents at this time. Common areas were toured. Living room, dining area and all other areas intended for resident use were observed to be furnished and maintained in compliance at this time. A tour of the garage was conducted. Additional perishable food supplies were identified. The exterior of the physical plant was toured. Perimeter fence was observed to be stable and gates were in good repair. The following forms and documents were requested to be updated and submitted into CCL -LIC 308 -LIC 400 -LIC 500 -LIC 610 As a result of this visit, no deficiencies were observed or cited during this annual visit. An exit interview was conducted and copy of the 809 and 809-C was provided to Licensee, Marinela Placintar.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 9, 2025
Sep 17, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 09/17/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arielle Pascua arrived unannounced to this facility to conduct an annual visit. LPA met with Licensee, Marinela Placintar and explained the purpose of the visit. The purpose of this visit was to conduct an annual visit. There were two staff members present, Emmanuel Akinleye and Sandy Laney. This facility is licensed to serve 6 residents of which all may be non-ambulatory. This facility has a hospice waiver for 4 and a dementia plan on file. Current census is 5. A brief interview with Licensee Placintar was conducted. A review of 5 resident files were conducted. It was observed that all residents had a dementia diagnosis and did not updated Needs and Services plans on file. 4 out 5 residents were obtaining hospice services from various hospice agencies. A review of 3 staff files were conducted. 3 out 3 staff files were complete and up to date. A tour of the facility was conducted. The interior of the physical plant was in good condition and sanitary. Fire extinguishers appeared to have been annually purchased on 08/30/2024. The kitchen area was toured. LPAs observed a non-perishable and perishable foods in the cabinets and refrigerator. Additional food supplies were identified in the garage. LPA observed a locked centralized stored medication cabinet located in the kitchen. Along with the administrator, the LPA observed, reviewed, and compared resident medication and medication dispensing logs. First Aid Kit was present and contained all of the required components. A tour of the bathrooms was conducted. Hot water temperature was measured and observed to be within the required range of 105-120 degrees. A linen closet was located in the hallway and presented a sufficient amount of linens to adequately supply and meet the needs of the residents at this time. A tour of the bedrooms was conducted. Resident furniture was observed to be sufficient to meet their needs at this time. Laundry area was toured. Laundry detergent, bleach, and all other cleaning supplies were observed to be locked and made inaccessible to the residents at this time. Common areas were toured. Living room, dining area and all other areas intended for resident use were observed to be furnished and maintained in compliance at this time. A tour of the garage was conducted. Additional perishable food supplies were identified. The exterior of the physical plant was toured. Perimeter fence was observed to be stable and gates were in good repair. The following forms and documents were requested to be updated and submitted into CCL -LIC 308 -LIC 400 -LIC 500 -LIC 610 As a result of this visit, no deficiencies were observed or cited during this annual visit. An exit interview was conducted and copy of the 809 and 809-C was provided to Licensee, Marinela Placintar.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 17, 2024
Oct 17, 2023Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff hit resident
On 10/17/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arielle Pascua arrived unannounced to this facility to conduct a complaint visit. LPA met with Facility Designated Administrator (FDA), Kenroy Anderson and explained the purpose of this visit. The purpose of this visit is to delivery complaint findings for the allegation above. Current census was 6. A brief interview with FDA Anderson was conducted. It was alleged that a staff member hit a resident. During the course of this investigation LPA reviewed facility records and conducted interviews. Based on interviews conducted it was learned that it was alleged that an individual who was delivering medication witnessed a staff member hit a resident. It was reported that the individual delivering medication peaked into the window and stated that the resident was being fed at the time and pushed the staff member’s hand away and in response the staff member hit the resident. Unsubstantiated It was learned through this interview that this individual could not recall where the resident was hit. An interview with facility staff was conducted. It was learned through staff interviews that the facility conducted an internal investigation and found no evidence to show that the resident was hit. Staff members present at the time of the incident denied hitting any residents. LPA also conducted an interview with the resident, however, due to medical conditions could not complete the interview. LPA reviewed facility records of pictures that were taken after the alleged incident where it was observed that the resident did not have any redness, marks or bruising around their face or body. Based on the information gathered, it is unclear if the staff member hit the resident. Based on information provided through interviews and records reviewed, this allegation is deemed UNSUBSTANTIATED, meaning that there was not a preponderance of evidence to prove or disprove that the allegation occurred as reported. There were no deficiencies observed or cited at this time. An exit interview was conducted, a copy of the 9099 and 9099-C was provided to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 17, 2023 · control 27-AS-20230912162010
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Placintar, Marinela, licensed since 2017, operates 8 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Golden Age 9 · Modesto
- Golden Age 10 · Modesto
- Golden Age · Modesto
- Golden Age II · Modesto
- Golden Age III · Modesto
- Golden Age IV · Modesto
- Golden Age VII · Modesto
Life here
Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.
The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.
Before you call
Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Stanislaus County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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Graceful Living at Village One
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Dignity Senior Living
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Margaret's Care Home
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Golden Age 10
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