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Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest

Small home·Licensed for 6·Shafter, California

LicensedLicence #157209652
(213) 465-9037From the state roster · September 13, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,700 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,850–$5,800
  • 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 20, 2026CDSS inspection record

Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest is a small care home in Shafter — 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.

Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 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 Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest

Is Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

How many residents is Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.

What does Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest cost?

$4,700 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,850–$5,800. 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 12 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 18 other homes of a similar licensed size across Kern County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $4,200 a month, and the middle figure is $3,500 (n = 18 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 Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest 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 Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Can Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 3 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “GRAND HAVEN-THE MARCELINO NEST”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
  • License #157209652. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed to Grand Haven-The Marcelino Nest LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
  • 3 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is March 20, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 3 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 2 residents

State licensing record · September 13, 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. APPROVED FOR SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH TWO (2) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR THREE (3).

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 3 — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 13, 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 13, 2026

3 more questions to ask the home
  • Two-person transfers or a lift

    Not on file

    Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”

  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”

  • Medicines

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,700a month to start

Likely $3,850–$5,800

From 12 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,700a month

Likely $3,850–$6,000

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
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$4,700likely $3,850–$5,800

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 12 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 $3,850–$6,000
$4,700
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,500–$9,100
$6,700
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.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
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 12 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.

12 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,400–$5,300.

  • 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

  • 3222 Laurel Hill Lane, Shafter, CA 93263Address from the public record · September 13, 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 2026, the state has filed 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 20, 2026.

On file since
2026
State visits
3
Most recent visit
March 20, 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.

The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20263 state visits · 3 documents
Mar 20, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 03/20/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina arrived to conduct an announced Pre-Licensing inspection LPA met with Administrator, John Esplana to conduct visit. . Facility is a 4 bedroom, 3 bath home, fire clearance has been approved for six (6) non-ambulatory, of which 2 may be bedridden. . Pre-Licensing is complete with the following items that have been corrected since last visit on 2/27/2026:. Furniture for bedrooms is assembled All items from backyard have been locked and secured in shed. Exit gate observed to be self-latching Pre-licensing is complete, and this facility has no deficiencies.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 20, 2026
Feb 27, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 2/272026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina arrived to conduct an announced Pre-Licensing inspection LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was granted entry to the facility. LPA met with Applicant, John Esplana. Facility is a 4 bedroom, 3 bath home, fire clearance has been approved for six (6) non-ambulatory, of which 2 may be bedridden. . LPA conducted a tour of the facility and observed the following. Facility appeared clean and at a comfortable temperature. Common areas were furnished with adequate lighting and seating available. Kitchen toured and observed to have a 2-day supply of perishable and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available. Knives observed to be locked and secured in pantry. Kitchen has a supply of plates, cups, utensils, pots, pans, and to be safe for food preparation. The facility will have 3 shared bedrooms, LPA observed 2 bedroom to be fully furnished, the other bedroom has furniture available but not assembled. Bathrooms toured and observed to be operational. LPA observed grab bars and skid resistant mats available. Hot water measured at 117 degrees F. Medications will be locked and secured in kitchen cabinet. . Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector observed to be operational during today's inspection. Two fire extinguishers present in the kitchen and entry of facility with a service date of 1/09/2026. First-Aid kit observed to have all required items. Continued on 809C Exterior tour conducted. All exits open free from obstructions. There is seating and shade for residents, LPA observed miscellaneous items such as wheelbarrow, ladder, and gardening tools that need to be secured. Exit gate from back yard is not self-latching. Pre-Licensing is complete with the following items to be resolved by 3/19/26: Assemble furniture for bedrooms Remove and/or secure miscellaneous items from backyard Exit gate from back yard is not self-latching A follow up Pre-Licensing visit will be conducted upon completion of the items listed above, Component III was conducted at time of this visit. CAB will be notified of all updates.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 27, 2026
Feb 4, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: INITIAL Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): Method: Telephone call with CAB COMP II Participants: Esplana, John On 2/4/2026, the applicant/administrator participated in COMP II at CAB via telephone call with analyst at CAB. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified by confirming driver’s license number. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed the understanding of Title 22. Component II was successfully completed. Applicant and administrator were advised to email/fax signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID to CAB. 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, Feb 4, 2026
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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