The state also lists Villa Amore Senior Care at this address under another licence.
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Happy Journey at Stansberry
Small home·6 while this license was open·Sacramento, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Home size6 while this license was openSmall care home · the state license record
- Room at the last state visit6 of 6 beds occupiedApril 1, 2026 · not a current opening
Happy Journey at Stansberry in Sacramento held a license for a small care home — a residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE). The license covered 6 residents, first issued in 2021. The state lists this licence as “Closed, Change of Ownership.”
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 Happy Journey at Stansberry
Is Happy Journey at Stansberry licensed?
The state lists this license as “Closed, Change of Ownership,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Happy Journey at Stansberry licensed for?
6 residents while this license was open — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Happy Journey at Stansberry been cited?
0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 9 state visits over the same years.
Is Happy Journey at Stansberry still open?
This license is listed as closed, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The state also lists Villa Amore Senior Care at this address under another license.
What does Happy Journey at Stansberry cost?
This license is listed as closed, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Among 19 other homes of a similar licensed size in Sacramento that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,046 to $4,461 a month, and the middle figure is $3,500 (n = 19 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.
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 Happy Journey at Stansberry take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this license is listed as closed. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license was held by Happy Journey at Stansberry, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Sacramento is 2.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Happy Journey at Stansberry keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is on this closed license’s record, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Happy Journey at Stansberry license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “HAPPY JOURNEY AT STANSBERRY”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #342700973. The state lists this license as “Closed, Change of Ownership,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- This license covered 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- This license was held by Happy Journey at Stansberry, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2021, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 9 state inspection visits since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation on file since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 9 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 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 by the state
- 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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR SIX AMBULATORY, OF WHICH ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE CARE WAIVER GRANTED FOR THREE RESIDENTS.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file — 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
$4,400a month to start
Likely $3,600–$5,400
From 10 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,400a month
Likely $3,600–$5,600
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$4,400likely $3,600–$5,400
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar homes within 5 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 $3,600–$5,600
- $4,400
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,200–$8,750
- $6,400
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 license is listed as closed. 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 10 small homes and similar homes within 5 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.
10 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,250–$5,000.
- 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 10 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Courtyard TerraceSacramento · 2.5 mi · Mid-size home$4,345Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Eastern ManorSacramento · 3.2 mi · Mid-size home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Abundant Love and Care for the ElderlyCarmichael · 3.2 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sunny Beach VillaSacramento · 3.3 mi · Small home$3,200Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Cozy Home CareCarmichael · 3.7 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Madison Square Senior Living IICarmichael · 4.1 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Marylou's Home CareSacramento · 4.5 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Norris Senior HomeSacramento · 4.5 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Marconi VillaSacramento · 4.6 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Royal Gardens Elder CareRancho Cordova · 4.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 2529 Stansberry Way, Sacramento, CA 95826Address 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 2021, the state has filed 7 documents for this home, and its records count 9 visits since 2021. The most recent — a complaint investigation report on April 1, 2026 — closed with the state’s outcome word: “Substantiated.”
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 9
- Most recent visit
- July 6, 2026
- Occupied · April 1, 2026 visit
- 6 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated April 1, 2026. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations1typical 0
- Substantiated allegations1typical 0
- Total complaints1typical 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 2021.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 7 documents
Apr 1, 2026Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff do not properly maintain the facility grounds
On 04/01/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arielle Pascua arrived unannounced to this facility for the purpose of delivering complaint findings. LPA Pascua met with Facility Designated Representative (FDR), Igor Zakhardeuich and explained the purpose of the visit. There was one other staff member present, Adiya Reimbek. LPA Pascua spoke with Licensee, Haykush Harutyunyan and went over the report. Current census was 6. A brief interview with Haykush Harutyunyan was conducted. It was alleged that the staff do not properly maintain the facility grounds. During the course of this investigation, LPA Cynthia Tamayo conducted a facility tour of this facility and observed that the backyard did have an overgrowth of grass. A photo was taken during this visit. Based on observation of this photo, it was observed that the backyard had signficant overgrowth of grass and it appears thick, dense, and uneven, with the tops of the grass reaching several inches high. In some areas the grass was clumping and laying over itself. Based on the information gathered, the staff did not properly maintain the facility grounds Substantiated As a result of this investigation, this LPA found the allegations to be SUBSTANTIATED - A finding that the complaint was Substantiated meant that the allegation was valid because the preponderance of the evidence standard had been met. The following deficiencies were cited on the following LIC 9099-D pursuant to Title 22 Rules and Regulations, Division 6 and Health and Safety Codes. Exit Interview As a result of this investigation, this Department found the allegations to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. A complaint allegation finding of Unsubstantiated meant that although the allegations may have happened or was valid, there was not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred. There were no deficiencies observed or cited at this time. Exit Interviewthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 1, 2026 · control 27-AS-20260304154628
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87303(a) · Plan of correction due date: Apr 15, 2026
(a) The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors. This is not met as evidenced by: The licensee did not ensure that maintanence of the yard and overgrowth of grass was maintained overtime. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risks to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 1, 2026
Plan of correction: Haykush Harutyunyan contact a new vendor ensure that facility grounds at maintained at all times. Cleaning of the facility grounds will be conducted within the next two weeks. A picture shall be sent to LPAs email.
Feb 19, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christina Valerio arrived to the facility to conduct an annual required inspection. LPA Valerio met with facility staff, and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Valerio was later met by Licensee Haykush Harutunyan and Qiao 'Vicky' Jiao. LPA Valerio observed two Caregiver staff on shift. LPA Valerio and facility staff toured the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. LPA Valerio observed resident bedrooms to be fully furnished, free from odors, and clean. LPA Valerio observed residents sleeping in their room, being visited by family, and conducting a doctor appointment with assistance with staff. Resident bathrooms were observed to be clean, fully stocked with hygiene supply, and sanitary. The faucet was measured to deliver hot water within the regulatory range of 105.0 - 120.0 degrees. The facility was observed to have an adequate food supply. The facility thermostat was set to a comfortable temperature. All emergency exits were free from obstructions. LPA Valerio observed two (2) resident files and two (2) staff files. Files were observed to be up to date with required annual documentation. LPA Valerio also reviewed the death report that was submitted to the Regional Office on 02/18/2026. No health or safety concerns observed. LPA Valerio requested the following be sent to CCLASCPSacramentoSouthRO@dss.ca.gov: LIC 500, LIC 308, LIC 610, and copy of Liability Insurance Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22 - no deficiencies were cited today. An exit interview was held, and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 19, 2026
Dec 20, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Vincent Moleski arrived unannounced to conduct an annual inspection. LPA Moleski met with facility administrator Vicky Jiao and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Moleski reviewed six resident files (R1-R6) and three staff files (S1-S3). LPA Moleski observed that R6 is bedridden, according to their most recent LIC 602, dated 3/9/24. R4's most recent LIC 602, dated 12/13/24, indicates that they are non-ambulatory. A prior LIC 602 dated 11/25/24 indicated that R4 was bedridden. Jiao said that R4 currently needs to be turned and repositioned in bed to prevent bed sores. Health and Safety Code Section 1569.72(b)(1) defines a bedridden resident as one "requiring assistance in turning and repositioning in bed." This facility is cleared for six non-ambulatory residents, and is not cleared to accept or care for any bedridden residents. LPA Moleski toured the facility with Jiao and inspected common areas, the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, and backyard areas. Furniture and furnishings were sufficient to meet the needs of residents. The facility temperature was 73 degrees Fahrenheit, which is within the required range of 68 and 85 degrees. The facility's water temperature measured 115 degrees Fahrenheit, which is within the required range of 105 and 120 degrees. LPA Moleski observed first aid supplies, a fully-charged and up-to-date fire extinguisher, and carbon monoxide/smoke detectors. LPA Moleski observed a minimum 2-day supply of perishable food and a minimum 7-day supply of nonperishable food. LPA Moleski observed a locked closet for the storage of medication. LPA Moleski observed locked cabinets for the storage of cleaning solutions and knives. LPA Moleski interviewed one staff member (S2) and one resident (R5). This facility is hereby cited per 22 CCR Section 87202(a)(2). An immediate civil penalty in the amount of $500 is hereby assessed due to a fire clearance violation. An exit interview was held with Jiao. Appeal rights and a copy of this report were left with Jiao.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 20, 2024
Dec 22, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Vincent Moleski arrived unannounced to conduct an annual inspection. LPA Moleski met with facility administrator Vicky Jiao and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Moleski reviewed three resident files (R1-R3) and three staff files (S1-S3). LPA Moleski toured the facility with Jiao and inspected common areas, the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, and backyard areas. Furniture and furnishings were sufficient to meet the needs of residents. The facility temperature was 74 degrees Fahrenheit, which is within the required range of 68 and 85 degrees. The facility's water temperature measured 111 degrees Fahrenheit, which is within the required range of 105 and 120 degrees. This facility is cleared for six ambulatory residents and five non-ambulatory residents. All six residents are non-ambulatory, according to their LIC 602s. Additionally, LPA Moleski observed both gates leading out of the back yard locked during this visit. Staff removed the locks. LPA Moleski observed first aid supplies, fully-charged and up-to-date fire extinguishers, and working smoke detectors. LPA Moleski observed a minimum 2-day supply of perishable food and a minimum 7-day supply of nonperishable food. LPA Moleski observed a locked cabinet for the storage of medication. LPA Moleski observed locked cabinets for the storage of cleaning solutions. LPA Moleski interviewed two staff members (S1-S2) and two residents (R3, R5). This facility is being cited per 22 CCR Section 87202(a). An exit interview was held with Jiao. Appeal rights and a copy of this report was left with Jiao.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 22, 2023
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
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