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Golden Shore Care Home
Small home·Licensed for 6·San Jose, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Starting rate$8,500 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 visitJuly 10, 2026CDSS inspection record
Golden Shore Care Home is a small care home in San Jose — 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 2004.
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 Shore Care Home
Is Golden Shore Care Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Golden Shore Care Home licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Golden Shore Care Home been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Golden Shore Care Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Golden Shore Care Home cost?
$8,500 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 50 other homes of a similar licensed size in San Jose that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $4,500 a month, and the middle figure is $4,200 (n = 50 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 Shore Care Home take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Qing Guo, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center is 1.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Golden Shore Care Home 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 Shore Care Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “GOLDEN SHORE CARE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #435201639. 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 Qing Guo, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2004, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 10, 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 by the state
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 residents
- BedriddenApproved by the state
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 ABOVE. FIVE RESIDENTS MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY AND ONE RESIDENT IN THE MASTERBEDROOM MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. THE LICENSE IS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE HOSPICE WAIVER FOR FOUR.
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?”
Care & day-to-day support
These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.
Respite / short-term stays
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Help with bathing or showering
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Assistance with transfers
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Medication management
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Diabetic / carbohydrate-controlled diet
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Help with dressing and grooming
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Building is wheelchair accessible
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Nights & staffing
24-hour supervision claimed
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Emergency call system
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
What it costs here
This home’s starting rate
$8,500a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$8,500a month
Likely $8,500–$9,100
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$8,500this 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 $8,500–$9,100
- $8,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $8,500–$12,600
- $10,500
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.
18 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,000–$5,400.
- 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
- 3800 Rhoda Drive, San Jose, CA 95117Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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The state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.
Since 2022, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2004. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 10, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- July 10, 2026
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints0typical 0
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2004.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 4 documents
Jul 10, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Marcella Tarin and Coryse Ngangmenyi conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee Qing Guo. LPAs stated the purpose of the visit. Licensee states the facility has 6 residents and 3 staff. LPAs toured the interior and exterior of the facility with Licensee to include the kitchen, resident rooms, dining room, bathrooms, back and front of the facility. All exit and passageways were free and clear of obstruction. The facility was observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. LPAs toured the kitchen area and observed a perishable food supply of at least two days and a non-perishable food supply of at least seven days. LPAs observed the refrigerator temperature at 40 F and Freezer at 0 F. LPAs observed the knives as locked an inaccessible to residents. LPAs observed the medication storage area and cleaning product storage area as locked and inaccessible to residents in care. The facility was equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The smoke detectors functioned properly when tested by Licensee. Fire extinguishers were observed as fully charged. LPAs reviewed the facility first aid kit, and it was observed to be complete. The facility emergency drill log was reviewed. The facility's last drill was conducted on 7/1/2026. Page 1 of 2 LPAs toured 6 resident bedrooms with the Licensee. All 6 resident rooms have a bed, functioning lights, dresser/table, bedding and space for personal belongings. LPAs toured 4 bathrooms. All 4 bathrooms had hand soap, paper towels, functioning lights, and covered trash bins. LPAs measured water temperature with a range of 105 F to 110.1 F in 3 out of 4 bathrooms. 1 Bathroom water temperature measured at 82.5 F in Bedroom #6. A Technical Violation was issued. During tour of resident rooms, LPAs observed two pairs of gloves on the counter, which appeared to be used. Licensee placed the gloves in the trash can. A Technical Violation was issued. LPAs reviewed 6 resident records. LPAs observed 1 Resident (R1) did not have a current copy of his/her hospice care on file. R1's hospice care plan is dated for 2025. Licensee was advised to ensure a current and complete hospice care plan shall be maintained in the facility for each hospice resident. A Technical Violation is being issued. LPAs reviewed 6 resident’s Centrally Stored Medication and Destruction Records (CSMDR’s). LPAs reviewed 3 staff records. No deficiencies were cited, Technical Violations were issued, see LIC9102 for more information during today's visit per California Code of Regulations Title 22. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Qing Guo and a signed copy of this report was provided. Page 2 of 2 END OF REPORTthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 10, 2026
The state marks this report as 6 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Jun 27, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manuel Monter conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit, and met with Administrator Qing Guo. During the visit, LPA observed 4 residents and 3 staff. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility inside out with ADM which included the Living room, kitchen, dining room, 4 restrooms and 6 residents bedrooms. The staff area of the facility was also inspected. The front yard and backyard were inspected. There was no obstruction to block the walkways. LPA observed the storage shed in the backyard being used as storage. Two-day perishable food supplies and seven day nonperishable food supplies were observed. LPA observed the medication storage area, knives storage area, and cleaning product storage area as locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Room temperature was at 75 degrees F, and hot water temperature was measured to range from 112-114 degrees F in resident bathrooms. Fire extinguisher was serviced in October 14, 2024. The facility was equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Smoke detectors was tested by ADM, and were functional. LPA observed facility first aid kit and facility fire/earthquake drill log. The facility's last drill was on June 10, 2025. LPA reviewed 2 resident medications and centrally stored medication records. LPA conducted interviews with 2 staff and 2 residents. Page 1 Out of 2. LPA reviewed facility records for 2 staff and 2 residents. Based on a review of R1's Physician's report, dated April 23, 2025, R1 has a neurocognitive disorder. R1's Needs and Service plan is dated July 16, 2021. Facility ADM stated she has not updated R1's Needs and Services plan. Based on a review, R2's Physician's report is dated May 28, 2023. R2's Needs and Services Plan is dated June 3, 2023. LPA asked ADM if she has an updated Needs and Services Plan for R2, ADM stated no. LPA asked ADM if she requested a new physician's report for R2. ADM stated she did not. LPA asked if resident R2 refused to see his/her doctor, ADM stated no. ADM stated she did not ask the family of R2 to get an updated physician's report. LPA provided ADM with PIN 24-09-ASC Updated Dementia Care and Miscellaneous Regulations for Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly & PIN 25-05-ASC Updated Medical Assessment for Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (LIC 602A) Form, including a copy of the new updated LIC602A form. Deficiencies cited during today's visit. This report was reviewed with Administrator Qing Guo and a copy of the signed report was provided. Appeal rights were provided. Page 2 Out of 2. END OF REPORTthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 27, 2025
Jun 6, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manuel Monter conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit, and met with Administrator Qing Guo. During the visit, LPA observed 6 residents and 2 staff. LPA toured the facility inside out with ADM which included the Living room, kitchen, dining room, 4 restrooms and 6 residents bedrooms. The staff area of the facility was also inspected. The front yard and backyard were inspected. There was no obstruction to block the walkways. LPA observed the storage shed in the backyard being used as storage. Two-day perishable food supplies and seven day nonperishable food supplies were observed. LPA observed the medication storage area, knives storage area, and cleaning product storage area as locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Room temperature was at 72 degrees F, and hot water temperature was measured to range from 109-111 degrees F in resident bathrooms. Fire extinguisher was serviced in October 9, 2023. The facility was equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Smoke detectors was tested by ADM, and were functional. LPA observed facility first aid kit and facility fire/earthquake drill log. The facility's last drill was on 05/15/2024. LPA requested to review the 3rd & 4th quarter drill in 2023 and the 1st quarter drill in 2024. ADM stated she conducted the drills but could not produce documentation showing the drills had been conducted. LPA reviewed facility records for 3 staff and 3 residents. LPA reviewed 3 resident medications and centrally stored medication records. LPA conducted interviews with 2 staff and 2 residents. A Deficiency is being cited during today's visit. This report was reviewed with Administrator Qing Guo and a copy of the signed report was provided. Appeal Rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 6, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
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.
Find a detail about life at this home.
Rooms & the spaces they will use
Private rooms
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Outdoor spaceWalking paths · Garden
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Rooms come furnished
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Common areasDining room
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Telephone in the room
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
LaundryDone by staff
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
AmenitiesMove-in coordination
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Housekeeping
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Meals, preferences & familiar food
All-day or flexible dining
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Food allergy management
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Meal timesScheduled meals
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Meals provided
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Activities & the rhythm of a day
Activity types offeredMovie nights
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.
Faith, culture & language
Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish
Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 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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