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Happy Place Elder Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Newhall, California

Licensed since 2021Licence #197610100
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,900 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,000–$6,050
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit5 of 6 beds occupiedDecember 7, 2021 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitMarch 23, 2026CDSS inspection record

Happy Place Elder Care is a small care home in Newhall — 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 2021. Dementia 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 Happy Place Elder Care

Is Happy Place Elder Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Happy Place Elder Care licensed for?

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

Has Happy Place Elder Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Happy Place Elder Care still open?

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

What does Happy Place Elder Care cost?

$4,900 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,000–$6,050. 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 19 small 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 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 Happy Place Elder 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 Hp Javier LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is 2.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Happy Place Elder Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Happy Place Elder Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “HAPPY PLACE ELDER CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #197610100. 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 Hp Javier LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2021, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is March 23, 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 careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 residents
  • 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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR FOUR (4).

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — 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

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

$4,900a month to start

Likely $4,000–$6,050

From 19 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,900a month

Likely $4,000–$6,200

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

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$4,900likely $4,000–$6,050

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 19 small 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 $4,000–$6,200
$4,900
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,700–$9,300
$6,900
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 19 small 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.

19 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$5,050.

  • 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 19 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 23609 Daisetta Drive, Newhall, CA 91321Address 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 2021, the state has filed 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2021. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 23, 2026.

On file since
2021
State visits
6
Most recent visit
March 23, 2026
Occupied · December 7, 2021 visit
5 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated December 7, 2021. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (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 citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 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
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2026110202511020241102021230

The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Mar 23, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tuesday Cabiness conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA was greeted by caregiver Lirio Imperio and informed her the reason of the visit. Administrator Herman Javier was contacted and also explained the reason for the visit, who arrived during the annual inspection. A tour of the physical plant was conducted: The facility has seven (7) bedrooms, with (1) room for staff, and and three (3) bathrooms. Physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, floors and floor coverings, and doors were checked, and observed to be clean. Living and dining room furniture were also checked. The living room is neat and clean along with dining. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature. The smoke detectors are hardwired and inter connected and observed to be operational. The fire extinguisher was located in the kitchen and observed to be filled and current. Residents rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate linens and bedding. There is sufficient amounts of personal hygiene product which is provided by the licensee. 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. Cleaning supplies including detergents and pesticides and other toxins are stored in garage. Knives and sharps are observed to be kept in a locked drawer in the kitchen. The backyard of the facility has outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for clients. The front and backyard passageways were clear of any obstruction. No bodies of water or swimming pool, which has been cemented and covered up. The garage is also used as a stock room for emergency foods and PPE and laundry area. 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 110.7°F degrees. There is enough clean linen available. Medications: LPA observed the medication cabinet to be locked and inaccessible to residents. Medications are listed on the centrally stored medication and destruction record. First aids kits have complete tools and supplies. Client records: Client records are reviewed, Residents 1-3, were missing needs and service plans, and R1 & R3 missing pre-admission appraisals. R2 did not have a complete medical assessment. Staff records: LPA conducted a complete file review of staff record. Staff #1 & 2 were missing first aid/CPR training certificates and yearly training. LPA observed current training for 2026. Disaster drill was last conducted on November 2025. Citations issued, appeal rights, exit interview and copy of report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 23, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Feb 18, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tuesday Cabiness conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA arrived at the facility and was allowed to enter Marie Orillo. She was informed the reason of the visit. LPA observed another staff on duty. The Administrator Herman Javier was contacted and arrived later during the visit. A physical plant inspection was conducted with caregivers. LPA observed the front entrance, as a screening area, with sign in sheet, infrared thermometer, hand sanitizer, gloves and masks are available. Signs to wear a mask was posted on the facility front door. The following was observed during the physical plant inspection: The facility has seven (7) bedrooms and three (3) bathrooms. One (1) bedroom is designated for staff use. The facility is fire cleared for six (6) non-ambulatory and a hospice waiver for four (4). Physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, floors and floor coverings, and doors were checked, and clean in good repair. The following was noted: Living and dining room furniture were also checked. The living room is neat and clean along with dining The smoke detectors are hardwired and inter connected and observed to be operational. The facility is equipped with sprinkler system. The fire extinguisher was located in the kitchen and observed to be filled and current. The Clients' rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate furniture and lighting system. Clients have sufficient amounts of personal hygiene product which is provided by the licensee. Food Service/Kitchen: LPA observed the food to not be sufficiently stocked with (2) days perishable and (7) days non-perishable food. LPA was informed groceries would be brought today. The freezer did not have a sufficient supply of frozen foods, or meat. Food was observed to be wrapped and stored appropriately. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and inaccessible to pests. Cleaning supplies including detergents and pesticides and other toxins are stored in garage. Knives, sharps, and medication are observed to be kept in a locked drawer and cabinets. The backyard of the facility has outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for clients. The front and backyard passageways were clear of any obstruction. The swimming pool is appropriately fenced and was observed to be locked during visit. The garage is attached to the home and was locked and inaccessible to residents during the visit. The garage is also used as a stock room for emergency foods and PPE and laundry area. 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 119.5 F. There is enough clean linen available in stock at the linen cabinet. Medications: LPA observed the medication cabinet to be locked and inaccessible to residents. Medications are listed on the centrally stored medication and destruction record; no errors noted. First aids kits have complete tools and supplies. Client records: Client records are reviewed. Staff records: LPA conducted a complete file review of staff record. Staff #1 (S1) has no fingerprint clearance. Citation issued, appeal rights, Exit interview conducted and copy of this report issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 18, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jan 7, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gary Tan met with the Administrator Herman Javier for a One (1) Year Required visit for this facility. LPA explained the reason for the visit. At 9:01 AM, A tour of the physical plant was conducted at 10:30am and the following was noted: There is only one entrance being utilized at the facility, there are required posters posted at the main door. Screening area is located immediately upon entrance. Sign in sheet, infrared thermometer, hand sanitizer, gloves and masks are available. Signs to wear a mask and other COVID 19 prevention protocol signs were posted outside the doors. Hand washing, coughing etiquette, physical distancing and other necessary signs were posted in the bathroom and all over the facility. The facility has a designated outdoor visitors' area located in the backyard. The facility has sufficient stock of PPE in a storage cabinet located in the hallway. The facility has seven (7) bedrooms and three (3) bathrooms. One (1) bedroom is designated for staff use. The facility is fire cleared for six (6) non-ambulatory and a hospice waiver for four (4). 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 dining The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 74°F. The smoke detectors are hardwired and inter connected and observed to be operational. The facility is equipped with sprinkler system. The fire extinguisher was located in the kitchen and observed to be filled and current. The Clients' rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate furniture and lighting system. Clients have sufficient amounts of personal hygiene product which is provided by the licensee. (continued to LIC 809-C) (continued from LIC 809) 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. Cleaning supplies including detergents and pesticides and other toxins are stored in garage. Knives and sharps are observed to be kept in a locked drawer in the kitchen. The backyard of the facility has outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for clients. The front and backyard passageways were clear of any obstruction. The swimming pool is appropriately fenced and was observed to be locked during visit. The garage is attached to the home and was locked and inaccessible to residents during the visit. The garage is also used as a stock room for emergency foods and PPE and laundry area. 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 112.5°F to 118.9°F. Towels and washcloths are not shared. There is enough clean linen available in stock at the linen cabinet. Medications: LPA observed the medication cabinet to be locked and inaccessible to residents. Medications are listed on the centrally stored medication and destruction record. First aids kits have complete tools and supplies. Client records: Client records are reviewed. Three (3) out of six (6) residents had no physician's report on file. Staff records: LPA conducted a complete file review of staff record. Staff #1 (S1) has no fingerprint clearance. Two (2) staff had no first aid training certificate on file. Disaster drill was last conducted on 10/19/2023. Required posting are observed to be complete and current and displayed properly at the facility. Citation issued. Civil penalty assessed. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 7, 2024
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

CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗

An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents and the questions below stand in their place.

Life here

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Before you call

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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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