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Heritage Living I

Small home·Licensed for 6·Bakersfield, California

Licensed since 2014Licence #157206726Medi-Cal ALW
(661) 664-9535From the state roster · September 13, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$3,650 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,000–$4,500
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
  • Last state visitMarch 20, 2026CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderHeritage Living, Inc.Since 2014 · 3 licensed homes

Heritage Living I is a small care home in Bakersfield — 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 2014. 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 Heritage Living I

Is Heritage Living I licensed?

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

How many residents is Heritage Living I licensed for?

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

Has Heritage Living I 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 Heritage Living I still open?

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

What does Heritage Living I cost?

$3,650 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,000–$4,500. 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 11 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.

Among 17 other homes of a similar licensed size in Bakersfield that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $4,050 a month, and the middle figure is $3,500 (n = 17 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.

Does Heritage Living I take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Heritage Living, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Heritage Living, Inc. — at least 3 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Mercy Southwest Hospital is 3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Heritage Living I keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Heritage Living I license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “HERITAGE LIVING I”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #157206726. 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 Heritage Living, 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 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 careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 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. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS. BEDRIDDEN FIRE CLEARANCE APPROVED FOR ONE (1) RESIDENT.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — 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

$3,650a month to start

Likely $3,000–$4,500

From 11 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$3,650a month

Likely $3,000–$4,700

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$3,650likely $3,000–$4,500

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 11 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 $3,000–$4,700
$3,650
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,500–$7,950
$5,650
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, 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 appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. For a resident on SSI/SSP, California’s 2026 standard sends $1,444.07 a month to the home for 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 11 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.

11 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,000–$4,100.

  • 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

  • 10411 Blythe Ct., Bakersfield, CA 93311Address 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 March 20, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
6
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. Counts cover this licence since 2014.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261102025110202422020231102022110

The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20261 state visit · 1 document
Mar 20, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 03/20/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an annual visit. LPA introduce self, stated the purpose of the visit and met with Licensee/ Administrator (L1) Tina Malhi and Assistant Administrator Sharnpreet "Pree" Malhi. Five residents were present during inspection. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside or outside. MARs were reviewed and medications were checked. Sample of staff and half of the residents’ files were reviewed and observed to have the required documents. Fire extinguisher was observed with a purchased date of: 5/20/25. Medications were observed locked in laundry shelf. MARs were reviewed and medications were checked. Chemicals were observed locked under in garage shelf. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. Refrigerator temperature observed maintained at 40 degrees F.Knives observed locked in kitchen drawer. All bedrooms were observed to have the required furnishings and with adequate lighting. Extra linens and towels were observed. The bathrooms were toured and observed operational during inspection. Non-skid mat and grabbed bars were observed. Hot water temperature was tested at 108.1 degrees F in bathroom and at 107.2 F degrees F in master bathroom. Outside of facility toured and observed to be free of debris. Adequate outdoor seating is available for residents. Carbon monoxide and smoke detector observed functional during visit. A deficiency is being cited on the attached Lic 809D in accordance to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. Exit Interview conducted. The requested documents are to be submitted to the department by 03/26/26: Lic 308, Lic 500, Lic 610E, current liability insurance. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided to Licensee, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 20, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Mar 26, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 03/26/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an annual visit. LPA introduce self, stated the purpose of the visit and met with Licensee/ Administrator (L1) Tina Malhi. All residents were present during inspection. LPA toured the facility with L1. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside or outside. Sharps observed locked in kitchen drawers. Fire extinguisher was observed with a purchased date of: 4/18/24. Medications were observed locked in laundry shelf. MARs were reviewed and medications were checked. Chemicals were observed locked under kitchen sink and under bathroom sink. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. Refrigerator temperature observed maintained at 34 degrees F and freezer temperature maintained at 0 degrees F. Knives observed locked in kitchen drawer. All bedrooms were observed to have the required furnishings and with adequate lighting. Extra linens were observed. The bathrooms were toured and observed operational during inspection. Non-skid mat and grabbed bars were observed. Hot water temperature was tested at 108.1 degrees F in bathroom and at 109 and 109.3 F degrees F in master bathroom. Outside of facility toured and observed to be free of debris. Adequate outdoor seatings available for residents. Sample of staff and half of the residents’ files were reviewed and observed to have the required documents. Residents' cash resource checked. A deficiency is being cited on the attached Lic 809D in accordance to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. Exit Interview conducted. The requested documents are to be submitted to the department by 04/01/25: Lic 308, Lic 500, Lic 610E, current liability insurance, and current Administrator Certificate. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided to Licensee, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 26, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Apr 29, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation

On 04/29/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an annual continuation visit. LPA introduce self, stated the purpose of the visit and requested to meet with the Administrator. LPA met caregiver Emilie Munoz. Licensee/ Administrator Tina Malhi was called and arrived shortly. All six residents were present during inspection. All residents and sample of staff files were observed with the required documents. No deficiency cited during this inspection. Exit Interview conducted. The requested documents are to be submitted to the department by 05/05/24: Lic 308, Lic 500, Lic 610E, current liability insurance, and current Administrator Certificate. A copy of this report was provided to Licensee, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 29, 2024
Apr 17, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 04/17/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an annual visit. introduce self, stated the purpose of the visit and requested to meet with the Administrator. LPA met caregiver Emilie Munoz. Licensee/ Administrator (L1) Tina Malhi was called and arrived shortly. House manager Lorena Malhi and Administrator Sharnpreet Malhi arrived shortly during visit. All six residents were present during inspection. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside or outside. Extra linens were observed. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. Sharps observed locked in kitchen drawers. Fire extinguisher was observed with a purchased date of: 06/07/23. Medications were observed locked in closet. MARs were reviewed. Cleaning supplies were observed locked in garage cabinet. All bedrooms were observed to have the required furnishings and with adequate lightening. The bathrooms were toured and observed operational during inspection. Non-skid mat and grabbed bars were observed. Hot water temperature was tested at 109.0 degree F in the bathroom 1, 115.3 degree F in bathroom 2, and range at 112.4 and 116.2 degrees F in master bathroom. Outside of facility toured and observed to be free of debris. Side gate observed self-closing and self-latching. Adequate outdoor seatings available for residents. Staff and residents' files were reviewed. Due to time constraint, LPA will return at a later date to complete the inspection. Exit Interview conducted. A copy of this report was provided to Licensee, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 17, 2024

The state marks this report as 4 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

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.
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Who holds the licence

Heritage Living, Inc., licensed since 2014, operates 3 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

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.

  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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