Illustration — no photo of this home on file yet
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,350 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,400–$6,600
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMarch 27, 2026CDSS inspection record
Grace Homes 2 is a small care home in Richmond — 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 2008. Dementia 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 Grace Homes 2
Is Grace Homes 2 licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Grace Homes 2 licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Grace Homes 2 been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Grace Homes 2 still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Grace Homes 2 cost?
$5,350 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,400–$6,600. 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 24 small homes and similar homes within 15 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 33 other homes of a similar licensed size across Contra Costa County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $5,825 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 33 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 Grace Homes 2 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 Grace Homes 2, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Richmond Campus 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 Grace Homes 2 keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Grace Homes 2 license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “GRACE HOMES 2, LLC”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #75601395. 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 Grace Homes 2, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2008, 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 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is March 27, 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 careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 3 residents
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. THREE(3) MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY AND THREE(3) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN (ROOMS A AND C ONLY). LICENSE IS SUBJECT TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF HOSPICE WAVIER FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS.
985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — 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
4 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation not on file
Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”
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 aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Medication management
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Diabetes care
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Incontinence care
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,350a month to start
Likely $4,400–$6,600
From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,350a month
Likely $4,400–$6,750
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
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$5,350likely $4,400–$6,600
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 15 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 $4,400–$6,750
- $5,350
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,100–$9,800
- $7,350
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 24 small homes and similar homes within 15 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.
24 homes like this within 15 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$7,000.
- 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 24 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Tara Hills Care HomePinole · 4.5 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Lakeshore Residential CareOakland · 10 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Dimond CareOakland · 11 mi · Mid-size home$6,000Listed on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026
- Kimochi HomeSan Francisco · 12 mi · Mid-size home$4,335Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Lafayette GardensLafayette · 12 mi · Small home$5,600Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Haven House of San RafaelSan Rafael · 12 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Daniel Rest HomeSan Rafael · 12 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Marin TerraceMill Valley · 12 mi · Mid-size home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Autumn GlowSan Francisco · 12 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- J & C Care CenterOakland · 12 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Caring Angels Care HomeLafayette · 13 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa Marin Ambulatory Care UnitSan Rafael · 13 mi · Mid-size home$15,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Bello Gardens Assisted LivingSan Anselmo · 13 mi · Mid-size home$4,800Listed on Seniorly · memory care private room · 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.
- Maureen HousePleasant Hill · 13 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Home Extended CareSan Rafael · 13 mi · Mid-size home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Age Bayside IIAlameda · 14 mi · Small home$10,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Shalom HouseSan Rafael · 14 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Age of Sweet RoadAlameda · 14 mi · Mid-size home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Julie's Care HomeSan Francisco · 14 mi · Mid-size home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Ramona Care HomePleasant Hill · 15 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Elisabeth Care HomePleasant Hill · 15 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Heatherwood Memory CareWalnut Creek · 15 mi · Mid-size home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Merced Girard Residential Care FacilitySan Francisco · 15 mi · Mid-size home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Sutro HeightsSan Francisco · 15 mi · Mid-size home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 423 Mclaughlin Street, Richmond, CA 94805Address 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 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2008. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 27, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- March 27, 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 2008.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
Mar 27, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 03/27/2026 at 8:30AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrew Christy arrived unannounced to conduct the 1-Year Annual Required inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Helen Herbert, and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility currently is currently at max capacity with six (6) residents. LPA toured facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. No bodies of water were observed. A comfortable indoor temperature is maintained at 69.0 degrees Fahrenheit. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 109.9 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. There is a minimum of one week supply of non-perishable and 2 day of perishable foods. Centrally stored medication and sharps were locked and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 06/24/2025. At 9:45AM, LPA reviewed five (5) resident files and five (5) staff files, all found to be complete. The emergency disaster plan was last reviewed 01/30/2026. Quarterly emergency drills were last conducted 01/23/2026. A review of resident medications and the Medication Administration Record (MAR) found no outstanding errors. No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided to the administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 27, 2026
Feb 5, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 02/05/2024 around 09:15 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Holmes arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual inspection. Helen Herbert, Administrator (ADM) was notified. LPA met with Araceli Emerick, Staff (S1) and explained the purpose of the visit. ADM who currently holds a Standard Certificate #(7000752740) that expires on 06/12/25. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for six (6) ambulatory clients; three (3) may be non-ambulatory and three (3) may be bedridden. Upon arrival, LPA observed two (2) staff attending to four (4) residents dining and watching television. LPA toured the facility with S1 including, but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. The facility consists of five (5) total bedrooms which four (4) are occupied by the residents and one (1) by staff. All outdoor and indoor passageways were free of obstruction. There are not any bodies of water. A comfortable temperature was maintained at 71 degrees Fahrenheit (F). LPA observed lighting in all rooms to be adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. Hot water temperature in the shared residents bathroom was measured at 116.2 degrees (F). Toilet, hand washing, and bathing areas were safe, sanitary and in operating condition. Hand washing poster, paper towels, and soap observed at all hand washing stations. Linen and hygiene products were available for residents. PPE, sanitizer, and paper goods are sufficient. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher last inspected 06/13/24. Emergency Disaster Plan is updated. First aid kit observed complete. Fire drill was last conducted on 12/2024. Six (6) resident and four(4) staff records were reviewed, all staff have criminal record clearance. No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided to Mariam Salazar, Caregiver.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 5, 2025
The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Mar 21, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 03/21/2024 at 10:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lori Alexander arrived unannounced to conduct 1-Year Annual Required inspection. LPA met with Caregiver, Carolina Darcen and explained the purpose of the visit. Carolina phoned Licensee/Administrator, Helen Herbert, to inform. Administrator, Helen, arrived shortly after. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for capacity six (6) residents. In which three (3) may be Bedridden. Hospice waiver approved for two (2). Administrator Certificate #6003256740 Expired 06/12/2023. LPA toured facility with Helen including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. The facility consists of 6 total bedrooms which 4 bedrooms are occupied by the residents and 2 bedroom is occupied by staff. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 69 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 120.8 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. There is a minimum of one week supply of nonperishable and 2-day of perishable foods. Centrally stored medication and sharps were locked and inaccessible to residents. LIC809-C....Continued LIC809 Continued... Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 12/27/2023. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 02/16/2024. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 02/16/2024. LPA reviewed 5 residents records. LPA reviewed 4 staff records and 3 of 4 have current first aid training and associated to the facility. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL by 03/28/2024: LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility - Reviewed LIC 309 Administrative Organization LIC 500 Personnel Report - Reviewed LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan - Reviewed Liability Insurance Current Administrator’s Certificate No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 21, 2024
The state marks this report as 10 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 2. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
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
Room typesStudio · Semi-Private
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Outdoor spaceOutdoor Common Areas
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Roll-in / accessible shower
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Common areasIndoor Common Areas
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
AmenitiesBeautician
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Meals, preferences & familiar food
Meals provided
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Activities & the rhythm of a day
Activity types offeredActivities On-site
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Trips outside the home
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Religious services off site
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Visiting & staying involved
Public transit access claimed
Reported on aplaceformom.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?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Contra Costa County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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