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Golden Heart Home Care
Small home·Licensed for 6·San Diego, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Starting rate$4,000 a monthListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitNovember 13, 2025CDSS inspection record
Golden Heart Home Care is a small care home in San Diego — 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.
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 Heart Home Care
Is Golden Heart Home Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Golden Heart Home Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Golden Heart Home Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Golden Heart Home Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Golden Heart Home Care cost?
$4,000 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.
Among 48 other homes of a similar licensed size in San Diego that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,900 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 48 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 Heart Home Care take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by The Golden Investment Adventure, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista is 4.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Golden Heart Home Care keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Golden Heart Home Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “GOLDEN HEART HOME CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #374604843. 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 The Golden Investment Adventure, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is November 13, 2025, 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 by the state
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident
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
FACILITY SERVES SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS; AGES SIXTY (60) AND ABOVE; APPROVED FOR ONE (1) BEDRIDDEN RESIDENT; HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 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 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
This home’s starting rate
$4,000a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$4,000a month
Likely $4,000–$4,600
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 · where the price comes from
Starting monthly rate$4,000this home
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.
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 $4,000–$4,600
- $4,000
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,000–$8,100
- $6,000
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 worksWhere this price comes from
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.
17 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,300–$6,000.
- 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 17 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Sun and Sea Assisted LivingImperial Beach · 1.5 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed 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.
- Liwag's Residential Care HomeSan Diego · 2.8 mi · Small home$2,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Chula Vista Home CareChula Vista · 3.5 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Faith VillaChula Vista · 4.2 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Amariah Home CareChula Vista · 4.4 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- A Caring Heart ResidenceChula Vista · 5.1 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Royal Garden Guest HomeChula Vista · 5.1 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Berland Home CareChula Vista · 5.4 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Sarasona Home CareBonita · 6.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Vmb Ultimate CareNational City · 6.2 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Ideal Home CareNational City · 6.7 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Morningside ManorSan Diego · 7.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Warm Heart Senior LivingBonita · 7.1 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Daleina's Home CareNational City · 7.9 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa Victoria Care HomeSan Diego · 8.9 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Archangel's Residential CareSan Diego · 9.3 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Mayflower Home CareSan Diego · 9.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 1744 Hermes Street, San Diego, CA 92154Address 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 2024, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated November 13, 2025.
- On file since
- 2024
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- November 13, 2025
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 2024.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 5 of 5 documents
Nov 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marisela Garcia-Centeno conducted an unannounced visit to complete the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Administrator Abigail Ventura, and the purpose of the visit was discussed. All staff present have current criminal record clearances, and the administrator certificate is current. The facility is licensed to serve six (6) non-ambulatory residents, ages sixty (60) and above; approved for one (1) bedridden resident and a hospice waiver for two (2). The current census is two (2) non-ambulatory residents, one of whom is receiving hospice care. Both residents were observed to be well cared for, with no signs of neglect. During the visit, LPA, accompanied by Administrator Ventura, toured the interior and exterior areas of the facility. The facility was found to be clean, organized, in good repair, and free from clutter. Bathrooms and the kitchen were clean and free of odors. Hallways were clear of obstructions and slip hazards. No immediate safety risks were observed. Residents’ bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were operational. Adequate supplies of linens and hygiene products were available. The facility provided sufficient space and equipment for dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and resident activities. Food storage met requirements, with at least two (2) days of perishable and seven (7) days of non-perishable food available. (Continue at LIC809C) (Continue from LIC809) Cooking and dining equipment were present and in good condition. No sharp objects, toxic substances, poisons, or open-faced heaters were accessible to residents. Medications were properly labeled and stored. No bodies of water were present on the premises. Staff stated that no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and the facility telephone were operational. The fire extinguisher was purchased on October 7, 2025. First aid kits were complete and accessible. Required postings were displayed in visible areas. The room temperature was comfortable at 72°F. LPA interviews revealed no concerns. Resident and staff files contained the required documentation, and confidential records were secured in locked storage. Hot water temperatures at resident-accessible taps met regulatory requirements; the kitchen sink measured 104°F. The licensee provided proof of current and active business liability insurance. No deficiencies were cited during today’s visit. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Ventura. A copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058, 03/22) were provided during the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 13, 2025
Nov 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marisela Garcia-Centeno conducted a case management visit during the annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Administrator Abigail Ventura, and the purpose of the visit was discussed. All staff present have current criminal record clearances, and the administrator certificate is current. During the visit, LPA discussed with Administrator, Ventura the Title 22 regulations pertaining to facility records, fire clearance requirements, and resident records required to document services provided by outside agencies such as (hospice care and home health), showing coordination of services to meet residents needs. No violations were issued during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Ventura. A copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058, 03/22) were provided during the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 13, 2025
Mar 6, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marisela Garcia-Centeno conducted an announced licensing inspection to observe the facility’s physical plant for compliance with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and California Health & Safety Code. LPA was greeted at the front entrance by the Administrator, Abigail Ventura, and was granted entry after identifying herself and disclosing the purpose of their visit. The facility’s licensee is under the name The Golden Investment Adventure, LLC. The applicant applied for approval to have one (1) bedridden resident under care. The fire clearance was approved on January 8, 2025, and reflected that the facility was approved for a residential facility for the elderly 60 and over. Maximum capacity six (6) non-ambulatory residents of which one (1) resident may be bedridden in master bedroom only. In addition, the facility has hospice waiver for two (2) residents. The facility sketch was consistent with the current layout of the facility. During today’s visit, LPA accompanied by Administrator, Ventura, conducted an overall inspection of the internal and external areas of the facility. LPA discussed continuing operation requirements, record keeping, reporting requirements, and physical plant compliance with the applicant. The items reviewed were compliant with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and California Health & Safety Code. No violations were observed during today’s visit. continue at LIC809C Continued from LIC809 The inspection was completed during today’s visit. The applicant was advised that the facility is ready for licensure for a maximum capacity of six (6) non-ambulatory residents of which one (1) resident may be bedridden in the designated room (master bedroom) per fire clearance approved on 1/8/2025. LPA indicated that the inspection report will be submitted for management's final review and approval. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator, Ventura, to whom a copy of this report along with the licensee Appeal Rights were provided at the conclusion of the visit to Licensee, Ronald Andres, via email at RONSEGA@GMAIL.COM. The signature below confirms receipt of these documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 6, 2025
Nov 6, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marisela Garcia-Centeno conducted an announced Pre-Licensing with the Component III inspection, and to observe the facility’s physical plant for complaint with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and California Health & Safety Code. LPA was greeted at the front entrance by the Applicant, Abigail Ventura, and was granted entry after identifying herself and disclosing the purpose of their visit. The facility’s licensee is under the name The Golden Investment Adventure, LLC. The fire clearance was approved on 6/20/2024 and reflected that the facility was approved for a residential facility for the elderly 60 and over. Maximum capacity six (6) residents all of which may be non-ambulatory. The facility sketch was consistent with the current layout of the facility. During today’s visit, LPA accompanied by Applicant, Ventura, conducted an overall inspection of the internal and external areas of the facility. There are four (4) bedrooms for residents to use. Two (2) bedrooms are single occupancy and two (2) are double occupancy. There are two full-size bathrooms equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats or stickers. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. The toilets, sinks, and showers were in working order. Each window had a screen which was in good condition. The facility’s ambient internal temperature was comfortable. The wall thermometer was not indicating the current temperature, the applicant stated they were in the process of getting it serviced by the end of the week. Hot water temperature at taps accessible to clients was compliant: the kitchen sink was at 111 degrees. (continue at LIC809C) (continue from LIC809) All outdoor and indoor pathways were free from obstruction and slip hazards. Fire extinguisher (1) was purchased in June 2024. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were present and operational. The facility has sufficient space and equipment to facilitate laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. The facility has no pools or bodies of water that were observed on the facility premises. Per applicant, no firearms or ammunition are or will be stored on the facility premises. All toxic substances/poisons, and chemicals were stored in inaccessible areas from clients. No fireplaces, and/or open-faced heaters were observed to be accessible to clients. The facility has locked areas for storage of sharp objects. The facility kitchen was stocked with appropriate cooking items, and knives were locked in a secure cabinet which is inaccessible to clients. A seven (7) day non-perishable and two (2) day perishable food supply was present. A designated storage lockable area for medications was observed to be available for use. One (1) first aid kit and a manual was present and readily available for use. A secured designated area for client and staff files was also observed to be available in a locked area. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA discussed continuing operation requirements, record keeping, reporting requirements, and physical plant compliance with the applicant. The items reviewed were compliant with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and California Health & Safety Code. The Pre-Licensing and Component III inspection was completed during today’s visit. The applicant was advised that the facility is ready for licensure pending management's final review and approval. An exit interview was conducted with Applicant, Ventura, to whom a copy of this report along with the licensee Appeal Rights was provided at the conclusion of the visit. The signature below confirms receipt of these documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 6, 2024
Aug 30, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): N/A COMP II Participants: Licensee Ronald Andres and Administrator Abigail Ventura Interview Method: Telephone interview On 8/30/2024, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. 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/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, Aug 30, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
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Rooms & the spaces they will use
Private rooms
Reported on seniorly.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Shared / companion rooms
Reported on seniorly.com · seen September 9, 2026.
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?
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