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Graceful Living
Small home·Licensed for 6·Arroyo Grande, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,000 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,100–$6,150
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitApril 6, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderSclj, IncorporatedSince 2012 · 2 licensed homes
Graceful Living is a small care home in Arroyo Grande — 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 2012. Dementia care and bedridden care are 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 Graceful Living
Is Graceful Living licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Graceful Living licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Graceful Living been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2012, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Graceful Living still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Graceful Living cost?
$5,000 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,100–$6,150. 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 8 small homes and similar homes within 10 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 27 other homes of a similar licensed size across San Luis Obispo County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,850 to $6,988 a month, and the middle figure is $5,500 (n = 27 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 Graceful Living 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 Sclj, Incorporated, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Sclj, Incorporated — at least 2 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Marian Regional Medical Center, Arroyo Grande is 1.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Graceful Living keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Graceful Living license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “GRACEFUL LIVING”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #405801785. 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 Sclj, Incorporated, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2012, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2012, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2012, 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 2012, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is April 6, 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 careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 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
6 NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6 RESIDENTS.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — 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?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,000a month to start
Likely $4,100–$6,150
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,000a month
Likely $4,100–$6,300
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$5,000likely $4,100–$6,150
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 10 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 $4,100–$6,300
- $5,000
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,800–$9,400
- $7,000
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 worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 10 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.
8 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,300–$7,500.
- 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 8 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Alder HouseArroyo Grande · 1.5 mi · Mid-size home$4,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Heritage ResidenceGrover Beach · 2.1 mi · Small home$4,300Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa Rosa Elder CareArroyo Grande · 4.3 mi · Mid-size home$7,750Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Cypress Garden Home CareArroyo Grande · 4.8 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Edna Rose ResidenceSan Luis Obispo · 5.4 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa Mariposa Senior CareNipomo · 8.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Yokam's RCFE # 1NNipomo · 8.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Chateau RoseSan Luis Obispo · 9.9 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 381 Spanish Moss Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
Opening the neighborhood map…
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 2012. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 6, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- April 6, 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 2012.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
Apr 6, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) De Leon arrived at 9:30 am to conducted a 1 year annual visit to the facility above. LPA met Administrator Jennifer Lawrence and explained the purpose of the visit. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was conducted with Administrator. The following was inspected and noted during the annual visit: Infection Control: The facility Infection Control Plan on file. The facility has a sign in and out clipboard for visitors at entry in the garage area with hand sanitizer. The bathrooms have toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, and hand washing signs. The facility has EPA approved disinfectants spray and cleaners. The facility has a 30 day supply of PPE. Quarantined or isolated individuals will have meals and medication delivered to rooms. Staff are trained on infection control and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Physical Plant & Environment Safety: The facility is a 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom, 1 bedroom has on suite bathroom, currently occupying 6 residents and employs 8 staff with one being Administrator. The facility is clean, safe and sanitary. LPA was authorized to enter and inspect facility. The facility has dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The lighting and lamps are sufficient for the use of the facility and for resident comfort. The facility kitchen is clean, safe and sanitary. The showers have non-skid mats. Toilet, hand washing and bathing facilities are operational and secured grab bars are present. The pathways are clear of any obstructions. Facility is well lit inside and outside for safety. Disinfectant, cleaning solutions and poisons are inaccessible to residents in care locked in garage cabinets. The facility has sufficient space inside and outside for activities and visiting. The facility has a backyard, front yard and garage for client use with plenty of shade. The facility has telephone and internet service for resident use. Continued 809-C Operational Requirements: The facility has a current plan of operation on file. The Facility is operating in compliance with the granted fire clearance. The facility has current liability insurance and expires on 06/01/2026. The facility is approved for a capacity of 6 Non- Ambulatory. Staffing: The facility employes 7 staff and 1 Administrator. Staff records are kept confidential. LPA reviewed 5 random staff files. Files reviewed had current 1st Aid/CPR, Personnel Records/Application, Health screening with TB results, Criminal Record statements, and Finger print clearance/Associations/exemptions. Administrator file was reviewed for Continuing Education requirements and current Administrator Certificate expires 11/18/2026. All files were kept up to date with all requirements being met. Personnel Records & Training: The facility keeps confidential files for each staff member. LPA reviewed 5 staff training records for Annual Training Requirements of 20 plus hours meeting 8 hours of dementia training, 4 hours of hospice care, postural supports and restricted health condition and 8 hours of other training to include ADL's, resident characteristics, emergency preparedness policy and procedures, infection control requirements, PPE and Quarterly Disaster Drills. Staff handling medications had required medication training. Trainer met the requirements to train staff. Initial training was kept on file. Resident Records & Incident Reports: The facility keeps separate files on each resident confidentially. Five files were reviewed for signed Admission Agreements, Medical Assessments, LIC. 602A Physicians Report, ID and Emergency contact forms, Appraisal Needs and Services plans (ANS), TB results, Personal Rights, and Safeguard for personal property and valuables. Pre-Admission appraisals are conducted on perspective residents before accepting them into care. The Facility does not handle cash resources for the residents in care. Facility does submit incident reports to the department when required. Incidental Medical & Dental: The facility has a medication cabinets in the hallway that is kept locked and narctoics are double locked. Facility provides transportation to medical and dental appointments when needed. The medications records were reviewed and all residents in care had a Medication Administration Record (MAR) and a Centrally Stored Medication Destruction Record (CSMDR). LPA inspected medication cupboards for all prescription and PRN medications with Doctors orders. LPA reviewed all residents medications, no medications labels were altered, no expired medications, and medications were stored in original containers.The facility has a red sharps container for disposal of syringes. Medications destruct is conducted by Administrator and 1 other person. Continued 809-C Food Service: The facility handles and prepares food safely. The facility has 2 day perishables and 7 day non-perishables to meet the food service requirement. The freezer is kept at 0 degrees and the refrigeration is kept at 40 degrees or lower. All food is covered, stored and marked appropriately. Food, snacks and drinks are available when the residents want them. Emergency supply of food and water is available. Cleaning solutions and equipment are stored separately from food supplies. Kitchen areas are kept clean and free from litter, rodents, vermin and insects. Kitchen staff are observed for personal hygiene and food sanitation practices. Disaster Preparedness: The current emergency disaster forms were posted. The facility conducts quarterly disaster drills. The fire extinguishers was charged and inspected. Emergency exits and telephone numbers were posted. A set of keys is available for staff on all shifts to access full facility in an emergency. Residents with Special Health Needs: The facility does accept dementia residents in care. All items that could pose a danger, sharps, cleaners were locked or in accessible to residents in care. The facility does not have delayed egress. The facility does not currently have residents with oxygen. The facility does not currently have hospice residents in care. Hospice care plans are kept on file and up to date. The facility does currently have 2 residents on Home Health services. Home Health services records are kept on file. The facility gates are self-closing and self latching. The facility has exiting door alarms and they are working on LPA visit. LPA conducted interviews with 2 staff and 2 residents.. Exit interview conducted and copy of report printed for Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 6, 2026
The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Apr 21, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) De Leon arrived at 9:30 am to conducted a 1 year annual visit to the facility above. LPA met Administrator Jennifer Lawrence and explained the purpose of the visit. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was conducted with Administrator. The following was inspected and noted during the annual visit: Infection Control: The facility Infection Control Plan on file. The facility has a sign in and out clipboard for visitors at entry in the garage area with hand sanitizer. The bathrooms have toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, and hand washing signs. The facility has EPA approved disinfectants spray and cleaners. The facility has a 30 day supply of PPE. Quarantined or isolated individuals will have meals and medication delivered to rooms. Staff are trained on infection control and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Physical Plant & Environment Safety: The facility is a 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom currently occupying 6 residents and employs 7 staff with one being Administrator. The facility is clean, safe and sanitary. LPA was authorized to enter and inspect facility. The facility has dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The lighting and lamps are sufficient for the use of the facility and for resident comfort. The facility kitchen is clean, safe and sanitary. The showers have non-skid mats. Toilet, hand washing and bathing facilities are operational and secured grab bars are present. The pathways are clear of any obstructions. Facility is well lit inside and outside for safety. Disinfectant, cleaning solutions and poisons are inaccessible to residents in care locked in garage cabinets. The facility has sufficient space inside and outside for activities and visiting. The facility has a backyard, front yard and garage for client use with plenty of shade. The facility has telephone and internet service for resident use. Continued 809-C Operational Requirements: The facility has a current plan of operation on file. The Facility is operating in compliance with the granted fire clearance. The facility has current liability insurance and expires on 06/01/2025. The facility is approved for a capacity of 6 Non- Ambulatory. Staffing: The facility employes 7 staff and 1 Administrator. Staff records are kept confidential. LPA reviewed 5 random staff files. Files reviewed had current 1st Aid/CPR, Personnel Records/Application, Health screening with TB results, Criminal Record statements, and Finger print clearance/Associations/exemptions. Administrator file was reviewed for Continuing Education requirements and current Administrator Certificate. All files were kept up to date with all requirements being met. Personnel Records & Training: The facility keeps confidential files for each staff member. LPA reviewed 5 staff training records for Annual Training Requirements of 20 plus hours meeting 8 hours of dementia training, 4 hours of hospice care, postural supports and restricted health condition and 8 hours of other training to include ADL's, resident characteristics, emergency preparedness policy and procedures, infection control requirements, PPE and Quarterly Disaster Drills. Staff handling medications had required medication training. Trainer met the requirements to train staff. Initial training was kept on file. Resident Records & Incident Reports: The facility keeps separate files on each resident confidentially. Five files were reviewed for signed Admission Agreements, Medical Assessments, LIC. 602A Physicians Report, ID and Emergency contact forms, Appraisal Needs and Services plans (ANS), TB results, Personal Rights, and Safeguard for personal property and valuables. Pre-Admission appraisals are conducted on perspective residents before accepting them into care. The Facility does not handle cash resources for the residents in care. Facility does submit incident reports to the department when required. Incidental Medical & Dental: The facility has a medication cabinets in the hallway that is kept locked. Facility provides transportation to medical and dental appointments when needed. The medications records were reviewed and all residents in care had a Medication Administration Record (MAR) and a Centrally Stored Medication Destruction Record (CSMDR). LPA inspected medication cupboards for all prescription and PRN medications with Doctors orders. LPA reviewed all residents medications, No medications labels were altered, no expired medications, and medications were stored in original containers. The facility has a red sharps container for disposal of syringes. Medications destruct is conducted by Administrator and 1 other person. Continued 809-C Food Service: The facility handles and prepares food safely. The facility has 2 day perishables and 7 day non-perishables to meet the food service requirement. The freezer is kept at 0 degrees and the refrigeration is kept at 40 degrees or lower. All food is covered, stored and marked appropriately. Food, snacks and drinks are available when the residents want them. Emergency supply of food and water is available. Cleaning solutions and equipment are stored separately from food supplies. Kitchen areas are kept clean and free from litter, rodents, vermin and insects. Kitchen staff are observed for personal hygiene and food sanitation practices. Disaster Preparedness: The current emergency disaster forms were posted. The facility conducts quarterly disaster drills. The fire extinguishers was charged and inspected. Emergency exits and telephone numbers were posted. A set of keys is available for staff on all shifts to access full facility in an emergency. Residents with Special Health Needs: The facility does accept dementia residents in care. All items that could pose a danger, sharps, cleaners were locked or in accessible to residents in care. The facility does not have delayed egress. The facility does not currently have residents with oxygen. The facility has 1 hospice residents in care. Hospice care plans are kept on file and up to date. The facility does not currently have any residents on Home Health services. Home Health services records are kept on file. The facility gates are self-closing and self latching. The facility has exiting door alarms, working on LPA visit. LPA conducted interviews with 2 staff and residents were having lunch and not available for interviews. Exit interview conducted and copy of report printed for Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 21, 2025
Apr 3, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst's (LPA's) De Leon and Rankin arrived at 9:45 am to conducted a 1 year annual visit to the facility above. LPA met Administrator Jennifer Lawrence and explained the purpose of the visit. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was conducted with Administrator. The following was inspected and noted during the annual visit: Infection Control: The facility Infection Control Plan on file. The facility has a sign in and out clipboard for visitors at entry in the garage area with hand sanitizer. The bathrooms have toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, and hand washing signs. The facility has EPA approved disinfectants spray and cleaners. The facility has a 30 day supply of PPE. Quarantined or isolated individuals will have meals and medication delivered to rooms. Staff are trained on infection control and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). All trash cans and waste baskets have tight fitting covers. Physical Plant & Environment Safety: The facility is a 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom currently occupying 6 residents and employs 8 staff. The facility is clean, safe and sanitary. LPA was authorized to enter and inspect facility. The facility has dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The lighting and lamps are sufficient for the use of the facility and for resident comfort. The facility kitchen is clean, safe and sanitary. The showers have non-skid mats. Toilet, hand washing and bathing facilities are operational and secured grab bars are present. The pathways are clear of any obstructions. Facility is well lit inside and outside for safety. Disinfectant, cleaning solutions and poisons are inaccessible to residents in care locked in garage cabinets. The facility has sufficient space inside and outside for activities and visiting. The facility has a backyard, front yard and garage for client use with plenty of shade. The facility has telephone and internet service for resident use. Continued 809-C Operational Requirements: The facility has a current plan of operation on file. The Facility is operating in compliance with the granted fire clearance. The facility has current liability insurance and expires on 06/01/2024. The facility is approved for a capacity of 6 Non- Ambulatory. Staffing: The facility employes 8 staff and 1 Administrator. Staff records are kept confidential. LPA reviewed 5 random staff files. Files reviewed had current 1st Aid/CPR, Personnel Records/Application, Health screening with TB results, Criminal Record statements, and Finger print clearance/Associations/exemptions. Administrator file was reviewed for Continuing Education requirements and current Administrator Certificate. All files were kept up to date with all requirements being met. Personnel Records & Training: The facility keeps confidential files for each staff member. LPA reviewed 5 staff training records for Annual Training Requirements of 20 plus hours meeting 8 hours of dementia training, 4 hours of hospice care, postural supports and restricted health condition and 8 hours of other training to include ADL's, resident characteristics, emergency preparedness policy and procedures, infection control requirements, PPE and Quarterly Disaster Drills. Staff handling medications had required medication training. Trainer met the requirements to train staff. Initial training was kept on file. Resident Records & Incident Reports: The facility keeps separate files on each resident confidentially. Five files were reviewed for signed Admission Agreements, Medical Assessments, LIC. 602A Physicians Report, ID and Emergency contact forms, Appraisal Needs and Services plans (ANS), TB results, Personal Rights, and Safeguard for personal property and valuables. Pre-Admission appraisals are conducted on perspective residents before accepting them into care. The Facility does not handle cash resources for the residents in care. Facility does submit incident reports to the department when required. Incidental Medical & Dental: The facility has a medication cabinets in the hallway that is kept locked. Facility provides transportation to medical and dental appointments when needed. The medications records were reviewed and all residents in care had a Medication Administration Record (MAR) and a Centrally Stored Medication Destruction Record (CSMDR). LPA inspected medication cupboards for all prescription and PRN medications with Doctors orders. LPA reviewed all residents medications, No medications labels were altered, no expired medications, and medications were stored in original containers. The facility has a red sharps container for disposal of syringes. Medications destructed by Administrator and 1 other person. Continued 809-C Food Service: The facility handles and prepares food safely. The facility has 2 day perishables and 7 day non-perishables to meet the food service requirement. The freezer is kept at 0 degrees and the refrigeration is kept at 40 degrees or lower. All food is covered, stored and marked appropriately. Food, snacks and drinks are available when the residents want them. Emergency supply of food and water is available. Cleaning solutions and equipment are stored separately from food supplies. Kitchen areas are kept clean and free from litter, rodents, vermin and insects. Kitchen staff are observed for personal hygiene and food sanitation practices. Disaster Preparedness: The current emergency disaster forms were posted. The facility conducts quarterly disaster drills. The fire extinguishers was charged and last inspected 02/06/2024. Emergency exits and telephone numbers were posted. A set of keys is available for staff on all shifts to access full facility in an emergency. Residents with Special Health Needs: The facility does accept dementia residents in care. All items that could pose a danger, sharps, cleaners were locked or in accessible to residents in care. The facility does not have delayed egress. The facility does not currently have residents with oxygen. The facility has 1 hospice residents in care. Hospice care plans are kept on file and up to date. The facility does not currently have any residents on Home Health services. Home Health services records are kept on file. The facility gates are self-closing and self latching. The facility has exiting door alarms, working on LPA visit. LPA conducted interviews with 2 staff and 2 residents. Exit interview conducted and copy of report printed for Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 3, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Sclj, Incorporated, licensed since 2012, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Graceful Living 2 · Arroyo Grande
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 San Luis Obispo County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Graceful Living 2
Arroyo Grande · Small home · 0.0 mi away
$5,200 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Bella Vita Senior Living
Arroyo Grande · Small home · 0.7 mi away
$6,000 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Oak Park Manor
Arroyo Grande · Mid-size home · 1.4 mi away
$5,100 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Alder House
Arroyo Grande · Mid-size home · 1.5 mi away
$4,800 a month to start · Listed by the home
Wyndham Residence
Arroyo Grande · Large community · 1.6 mi away
$3,530 a month to start · Listed by the home
Full Circle Residence II
Arroyo Grande · Small home · 2.1 mi away
$5,250 a month to start · Covelight estimate