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Home Away Assisted Living
Small home·Licensed for 6·San Gabriel, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Starting rate$8,000 a monthListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitFebruary 19, 2026CDSS inspection record
Home Away Assisted Living is a small care home in San Gabriel — 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 2018.
Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
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Quick answers about Home Away Assisted Living
Is Home Away Assisted Living licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Home Away Assisted Living licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Home Away Assisted Living been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Home Away Assisted Living still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Home Away Assisted Living cost?
$8,000 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
Among 227 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,176 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 227 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 Home Away Assisted Living 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 Home Away Assisted Living, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
San Gabriel Valley Medical Center is 2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Home Away Assisted Living keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 1 resident, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Home Away Assisted Living license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “HOME AWAY ASSISTED LIVING”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #198602551. 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 Home Away Assisted Living, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is February 19, 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 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 1 resident
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident
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. 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 1.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 1 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 13, 2026
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”
State licensing record · September 13, 2026
3 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
Care & day-to-day support
These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.
Respite / short-term stays
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Medication management
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Incontinence care
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
What it costs here
This home’s starting rate
$8,000a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$8,000a month
Likely $8,000–$8,600
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 · where the price comes from
Starting monthly rate$8,000this home
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
Shared room insteadAsknot on file
This home’s listed starting rate is for assisted living private room. A shared room, if one is offered, may cost less — ask.
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 $8,000–$8,600
- $8,000
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $8,000–$12,100
- $10,000
Lines marked “Ask” are not in the totals.
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 worksWhere this price comes from
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
16 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $5,300–$8,450.
- 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 16 nearby homes behind this estimate
- The RetreatPasadena · 1.5 mi · Mid-size home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Trinity Hills Estates - WalnutArcadia · 1.6 mi · Small home$8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Assisted Living & Wellness - HollyArcadia · 1.9 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rose Valley ArcadiaArcadia · 1.9 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Hampton Guest HomePasadena · 2.4 mi · Small home$10,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity Homes of Sierra MadrePasadena · 2.5 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Moon Light Boarding CarePasadena · 2.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity on CharlotteSan Gabriel · 3.1 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity Homes of PasadenaPasadena · 3.1 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Montevista GardenPasadena · 3.2 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Hastings Ranch HomePasadena · 3.3 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Rose Valley GarfiasPasadena · 3.9 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- The CottagePasadena · 4.0 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Pasadena MansionPasadena · 4.4 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Varda HomePasadena · 4.6 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- El Molino Rose VillaPasadena · 4.6 mi · Small home$8,250Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 8743 Youngdale Street, San Gabriel, CA 91775Address 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 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2018. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated February 19, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- February 19, 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 2018.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
Feb 19, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) N. Galarza arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of conducting the Required 1-Year annual evaluation. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Administrator Adriana Kiss. Administrator has a valid administrator's certificate expiring on 5/10/2026. The following was observed during the inspection: The facility is a single story home located in a residential neighborhood consisting of 3 resident bedrooms, 2 staff bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, 3 bathrooms, backyard patio area, detached garage, and a building/ ADU (Additional Dwelling Unit) in the rear of the property. The front and backyard are well maintained and there are no pools or large bodies of water. There is a shaded seating area for the residents located in the backyard. Personnel Records/Staff Training: Staff has criminal background clearance and training. Only Licensee/Administrator file was reviewed. Proof of staff training, health clearance, and 1st Aid/CPR training us current. Resident Records/Incident Reports: The facility is not currently caring for any residents. Licensee wishes to remain licensed. RCFE complaint poster and Personal rights were observed posted. No health and safety concerns were observed. No deficiencies were observed. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Adriana Kiss. A copy of the report was issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 19, 2026
Jan 31, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Galarza conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit. The purpose of the visit was explained to Administrator Adriana Kiss. The facility is licensed to care for elderly residents ages 60 and older. The facility is a single story home located in a residential neighborhood consisting of 3 resident bedrooms, 2 staff bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, 3 bathrooms, backyard patio area, detached garage, and a building/ ADU (Additional Dwelling Unit) in the rear of the property. The front and backyard are well maintained and there are no pools or large bodies of water. There is a shaded seating area for the residents located in the backyard. Twelve (12) CARE tools domains were reviewed. The following were observed/inspected: Infection Control: The Infection Control Plan was reviewed. The facility has a supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs). Operational Requirements: A Dementia and hospice waiver for 1 resident, and a fire clearance for 6 non-ambulatory residents, of which one (1) may be bedridden in room 1 is in place. Facility does not handle resident P & I monies; therefore a Surety Bond is not in place. Liability Insurance in the amount of at least ($1,000,000) per occurrence and ($3,000,000) in total annual aggregate is not active because there has not been any residents since Dec. 2022. Physical Plant/Environment Safety: The interior and exterior physical plant was inspected. Exit doors are free of any obstruction and there are no pools or large bodies of water. Cleaning supplies and toxic substances are inaccessible to residents. The facility has fully charged fire extinguishers. Water temperature readings measured within the required 105 - 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The last Emergency Disaster drill was conducted on 1/2/2025. Staffing: The facility is licensee operated. Licensee is the only staff at this time due to zero census. Personnel Records/Staff Training: Administrator certificate expires 5/10/2026. Staff has criminal background clearance and training. Only Licensee/Administrator file was reviewed. Proof of staff training, health clearance, and 1st Aid/CPR training us current. Resident Records/Incident Reports: The facility currently is not caring for any residents. Licensee wishes to remain licensed. RCFE complaint poster and Personal rights were observed posted. Planned Activities: Sufficient space to accommodate both indoor and outdoor activities was observed. The facility does not have a Resident Council. Food Service: Sufficient food supply is stored in the kitchen and pantry areas consisting of: 2-day perishables, 7-day non-perishables, and emergency food supplies. Incident Medical and Dental: Not applicable due to zero census. Disaster Preparedness: Emergency and Disaster Plan LIC 610E was reviewed. Facility has a First Aid Kit and Manual. Residents with Special Health Needs: There are currently no residents residing at the facility. A Technical Advisory was issued advising that an updated facility sketch shall be submitted to reflect the rear ADU. No health and safety concerns were observed. No deficiencies were observed. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Adriana Kiss. A copy of the report was issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 31, 2025
Jan 9, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Galarza conducted an unannounced Required- 1 year visit using the full Care Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) Tools. The purpose of the visit was explained to staff Zoltan Kiss. Administrator Adriana Kiss arrived shortly after. There are currently zero (0) 4 elderly residents in care. Twelve 12 (CARE) tool domains were utilized during the inspection. Infection Control: Infection control practices and Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) were observed. Staff are no longer wearing masks or screening visitors. A visitor sign-in station is still in place. The facility has submitted a COVID-19 Mitigation Plan and Infection Control Plan. Operational Requirements: A current Plan of Operation was reviewed. The facility has a Dementia Waiver in place. A Hospice Waiver for one (1) is approved. Facility has a fire clearance for 6 non-ambulatory adults 60 and over, of which one (1) may be bedridden. Liability Insurance in the amount of at least ($1,000,000) per occurrence and ($3,000,000) in total annual aggregate expired 7/13/2023. Licensee has not renewed policy since there are zero (0) residents in care. A surety bond is not applicable. Facility does not handle resident's money. ***Narrative continues next page.**** Physical Plant/Environment Safety: The facility is a single story home located in a residential neighborhood consisting of 3 resident bedrooms, 2 staff bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, 3 bathrooms, backyard patio area, detached garage, and a building/ ADU (Additional Dwelling Unit) in the rear of the property. The front and backyard are well maintained and there are no pools or large bodies of water. There is a shaded seating area for the residents located in the backyard. Exit doors are free of any obstruction. The facility has one two (2) fully charged fire extinguishers, operable smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Water temperature readings measured within the required 105 - 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Staffing: The facility is owner operated. Criminal Background Clearance was checked. It presently does not have any residents in care. Personnel Records/Staff Training: Administrator certificates expires 5/10/2024. Personnel files/training were reviewed. Proof of staff training, health clearance, criminal background clearance and 1st Aid/CPR training was observed in staff files. Resident Records/Incident Reports: No resident files were reviewed. There are no residents in the home. RCFE complaint poster and Personal rights were observed posted. Planned Activities: Sufficient space to accommodate both indoor and outdoor activities was observed. Food Service: Sufficient food supply is stored in the kitchen and pantry areas consisting of: 2-day perishables, 7-day non-perishables, and emergency food supplies. Sanitation practices and kitchen cleanliness was observed. Incident Medical and Dental: Centrally stored medicines are kept safe and locked in hallway closet. No resident medications were reviewed. Medical and dental transportation is provided by family members and 3rd party transportation services. Disaster Preparedness: Emergency and Disaster Plan LIC 610D was reviewed and is updated. The last emergency disaster drill was conducted on 1/2/2024. 1st Aid Kit & Manual were observed. Residents with Special Health Needs: No residents are in care. Therefore, there is no home health or hospice care in place. Bedrooms contained mandated furniture/linens, and bathrooms are clean and operational. No deficiencies were cited. Exit interview was conducted with Administrator Adriana Kiss. A copy of the report was not issued due to printing issues. LPA will mail a copy to Licensee.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 9, 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.
Find a detail about life at this home.
Rooms & the spaces they will use
Private bathroom
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
LaundryDone by staff
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Wifi
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
AmenitiesPiano or Organ
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Housekeeping
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Meals, preferences & familiar food
Meals provided
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Activities & the rhythm of a day
Activity types offeredDances · Live Musical Performances · BBQs or Picnics · Holiday Parties · Birthday Parties · Activities On-site · and 2 more
Dances · Live Musical Performances · BBQs or Picnics · Holiday Parties · Birthday Parties · Activities On-site · Karaoke · Pet-focused Programs — reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Faith, culture & language
Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish · Hungarian · Spanish
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Visiting & staying involved
Transportation costs extra
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Public transit access claimed
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
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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