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- Care approvals on fileWheelchairState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,350 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,550–$5,350
- Home sizeLicensed for 5Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitAugust 10, 2026CDSS inspection record
Guinto Home Care is a small care home in Palmdale — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 5 residents since 2014. Dementia care, hospice care and bedridden care are not on file.
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 Guinto Home Care
Is Guinto Home Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Guinto Home Care licensed for?
5 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Guinto Home Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2014, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Guinto Home Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Guinto Home Care cost?
$4,350 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,550–$5,350. 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 9 small homes within 13 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 228 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,300 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 228 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 Guinto Home Care take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Guinto Home Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Can Guinto Home Care keep a resident on hospice?
Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”
Guinto Home Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “GUINTO HOME CARE INC.”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #197608731. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed for 5 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed to Guinto Home Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2014, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2014, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2014, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2014, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 10, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 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 1 resident
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
- BedriddenNot on file · ask the home
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
1 NON-AMBULATORY IN ROOM #1, 2 NON-AMBULATORY IN ROOM #2, AND 2 AMBULATORY IN ROOM #4.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
5 questions to ask the home — nothing on file yet
- 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?”
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver not on file
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
- 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
$4,350a month to start
Likely $3,550–$5,350
From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,350a month
Likely $3,550–$5,550
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$4,350likely $3,550–$5,350
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes within 13 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 $3,550–$5,550
- $4,350
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,150–$8,700
- $6,350
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 9 small homes within 13 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.
9 homes like this within 13 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,550–$4,750.
- 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 9 nearby homes behind this estimate
- All Star CarePalmdale · 3.3 mi · Small home$4,525Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- 1St Golden Senior Care HomePalmdale · 5.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Pink Coral Residence IIPalmdale · 6.1 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sarah's Care HomeLancaster · 6.6 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Club Rancho ManorPalmdale · 8.3 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Alexo ManorLancaster · 8.8 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Antelope Valley ManorLancaster · 10 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Beyond A HomeLancaster · 12 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Caring Home CottageLancaster · 12 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 38645 Easton Street, Palmdale, CA 93552Address 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 2022, the state has filed 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2014. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated August 10, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- August 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 2014.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents
Aug 10, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 8/10/2026 at approximately 09:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Angelica Segovia conducted an unannounced annual visit to the facility. LPA was greeted by the Administrator, Alma Guinto and stated the reason for their visit. LPA asked for the census, Staff/Resident Roster, and Liability Insurance. LPA conducted a physical plant tour at approximately 11:15 AM and the following was noted: The facility is a single-story building with four (4) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms currently occupying two (2) residents. There is a designated staff room. The facility has an approved fire clearance for three (3) non-ambulatory residents and two (2) ambulatory residents. Common areas: The living room and dining room were observed to be neat, clean, and organized. The rooms were observed to be properly furnished and in good repair. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 76°F. LPA observed a fire extinguisher to be located near the kitchen and dated 03/09/2026. LPA observed required postings such as Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Personal Rights to be located alongside the dining area. A working telephone was observed. LPA observed the fireplace to be covered and inaccessible to residents. Kitchen: The kitchen was observed to be clean and free from pests. Sufficient supplies of seven (7) day nonperishable foods and two (2) day perishable foods were observed. Knives/sharps were observed to be kept in a locked kitchen drawer. Kitchen appliances were observed to be working and in proper condition. (continued on LIC 809-C) Bedrooms: The residents’ rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate furniture and lighting system. Hallways/passageways are lighted appropriately. Extra linens/covers were observed to be stored in cabinets located within the hallway’s passageway. LPA observed operational auditory alarm signals to be located in each exists of the facility. Bathrooms: The bathrooms were checked for cleanliness and proper operation. The hot water temperature was measured. LPA observed appropriate grab rails and slip-resistant mats to be in proper condition. Backyard: The backyard of the facility is equipped with a designated shaded area with outdoor furniture for residents. There is no body of water located at the facility. Garage: The garage can be accessed from inside of the facility. The garage was observed to be used for storage purposes with an operational auditory alarm observed. An extra refrigerator/freezer with additional food for residents was observed. Laundry Room: The laundry appliances were observed to located within the garage. LPA observed cleaning solutions and toxins stored appropriately within the laundry room and inaccessible to residents. The laundry appliances were observed to be in proper condition. Medications: The medications were observed to be kept in a locked cabinet located in the kitchen. First-aid kit observed to be equipped with but not limited to bandages, scissors, digital thermometer, tweezer and First-Aid Manuel. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide observed to be working properly and were tested. Residents/Staff Records: LPA conducted a complete file review of resident records. Resident records appeared to be complete and updated. Staff records: LPA conducted a complete file review of three (3) staff records. Staff records appeared to be complete and updated. There were no immediate health and safety hazards observed during the day of inspection. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to the Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 10, 2026
Aug 4, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 08/04/2025 at approximately 10:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Angelica Segovia conducted an unannounced annual visit to the facility. LPA was greeted by the caregiver and stated the reason for their visit. The Administrator, Alma Guinto arrived shortly after to assist with today’s visit. LPA asked for the census, Staff/Resident Roster, and Liability Insurance. LPA conducted a physical plant tour at approximately 12:00 PM and the following was noted: The facility is a single-story building with four (4) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms currently occupying two (2) residents. There is a designated staff room. The facility has an approved fire clearance for three (3) non-ambulatory residents and two (2) ambulatory residents. Common areas: The living rooms and dining room were observed to be neat, clean, and organized. The rooms were observed to be properly furnished and in good repair. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 76°F. LPA observed a fire extinguisher to be located near the kitchen and dated 03/07/2025. LPA observed required postings such as Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Personal Rights to be located throughout the common areas. A working telephone was observed. Kitchen: The kitchen was observed to be clean and free from pests. Sufficient supplies of seven (7) day nonperishable foods and two (2) day perishable foods were not observed. LPA observed expired food within the refrigerator and mold growth. Knives/sharps were observed to be kept in a locked kitchen drawer. The cleaning solutions/toxins were observed to be kept underneath the kitchen sink. LPA observed one of the locked latches to be broken. Kitchen appliances were observed to be working and in proper condition. (continued on LIC 809-C) Bedrooms: The residents’ rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate furniture and lighting system. Hallways/passageways are lighted appropriately. Extra linens/covers were observed stored within storage closets located in the hallway’s passageway. Bathrooms: The bathrooms were checked for cleanliness and proper operation. The hot water temperature was measured within regulations at 106.2 °F. Garage: The garage can be accessed from inside of the facility and was observed to be located towards the back of the facility. LPA observed the garage to be used for storage purposes and extra food. Laundry Room: The laundry appliances were observed to be located in the garage. LPA observed cleaning solutions and toxins stored within locked cabinets above the laundry appliances and inaccessible to residents. The laundry appliances were observed to be working and in proper condition. Backyard: The backyard of the facility is equipped with a designated shaded area with outdoor furniture for residents. LPA observed locked shed. There is no body of water located at the facility. Medications: The medications were observed stored in a locked cabinet located in the kitchen. LPA observed one (1) out of the two (2) residents’ medication to be kept in separate containers and not within their original containers. First-aid kit observed. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide observed to be working properly and were tested. Residents/Staff Records: LPA conducted a complete file review of resident records. Resident records appeared to be missing reappraisals for both residents. Staff records: LPA conducted a complete file review of staff record. Staff records appeared to be missing staff training on Dementia. There were no other immediate health and safety hazards observed during the day of inspection. Citations issued please see 809-D. Exit interview conducted, Appeals Rights given, and a copy of this report was provided to the Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 4, 2025
Aug 4, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gary Tan conducted an unannounced visit at this facility for a One (1) year Required visit. LPA met with the administrator Alma Guinto and explained the purpose of the visit. A tour of the physical plant was conducted at 9:18 AM. The facility has four (4) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms currently occupying two (2) residents on two (2) shared and one (1) private room. One (1) bedroom is designated for staff use. The facility fire cleared for three (3) non-ambulatory and two (2) ambulatory residents. There is only one entrance being utilized at the facility. Screening area is located immediately upon entrance. Sign in sheet, hand sanitizer, gloves and masks are available. The facility had submitted and approved Mitigation plan and Infection plan. Physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, floors and floor coverings, and doors were checked, the following was noted: Living and dining room furniture were also checked. The living room is neat and clean along with the family room. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 75°F. The carbon monoxide and smoke detector are tested and observed to be operational. Smoke detectors are hardwired and interconnected. Fire extinguisher was observed to be full and last bought on 03/17/24. The backyard There is a tool shed at the backyard that observed to be locked during visit. There is a make shift extension accessible through the kitchen with furniture for the residents and there is a shaded area at the front porch. There is no body of water at the facility. (continued on LIC 809-C) (continued from 809-C) The Garage is currently being used as frozen and emergency food, PPE and old equipment storage. It is also being used as the laundry area and laundry detergents, pesticides and other cleaning agents storage. Food Service/Kitchen area was sufficiently stocked with two (2) days perishable and seven (7) days non-perishable food. Frozen foods are properly wrapped and stored appropriately. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and inaccessible to pests. Dishwashing liquids are kept under the locked sink cabinet. The Clients' rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate furniture and lighting system. Clients have sufficient amounts of personal hygiene products on each bathroom which is provided by the licensee. Staff Rooms: Staff room was locked. No medications are observed in the staff room. The bathrooms were checked for cleanliness and proper operation. LPA observed the appropriate grab bars for each toilet, bathtub and shower. The hot water temperature measured at a range of 105.2°F to 109.6°F. There is sufficient supply of clean linen available in stock at the cabinet. Medications: LPA observed medication in the kitchen cabinet to be locked and inaccessible to residents. Medications are listed on the centrally stored medication and destruction record. Complete first aid kit is readily available. Client records: Client records are reviewed. Client records appear to be complete and updated. Staff records: LPA conducted a complete file review of staff records. Staff records appeared to be complete and updated. Disaster drill was last conducted on 07/16/24. Required posting observed in facility (complaint hot line poster). Exit interview conducted and copy of this report issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 4, 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.
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?
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