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- Care approvals on fileHospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Starting rate$7,500 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 visitJune 26, 2026CDSS inspection record
Huntington Chateau is a small care home in Poway — 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. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care and dementia care are not on file.
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 Huntington Chateau
Is Huntington Chateau licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Huntington Chateau licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Huntington Chateau been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.
Is Huntington Chateau still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Huntington Chateau cost?
$7,500 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 7 other homes of a similar licensed size in Poway that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,125 to $6,750 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 7 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 Huntington Chateau 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 Huntington Manor Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Palomar Ucsd Medical Center Poway is 1.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Huntington Chateau keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Huntington Chateau license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “HUNTINGTON CHATEAU”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #374604095. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Huntington Manor Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 7 state inspection visits since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is June 26, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- BedriddenApproved by the state
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. SIX (6) BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR SIX (6).
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — 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
This home’s starting rate
$7,500a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$7,500a month
Likely $7,500–$8,100
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
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$7,500this 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 $7,500–$8,100
- $7,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $7,500–$11,600
- $9,500
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.
11 homes like this within 4 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,800–$7,000.
- 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 11 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Huntington ManorPoway · 0.1 mi · Mid-size home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Huntington HousePoway · 0.1 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Poway Elder CarePoway · 0.4 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Anabella HomecarePoway · 0.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Parkview GardensPoway · 0.9 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa MahalPoway · 1.7 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- St Andrews SuitesPoway · 2.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Sage Garden at Rancho BernardoSan Diego · 3.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sage VillaSan Diego · 3.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Mount Carmel Assisted LivingSan Diego · 3.3 mi · Small home$6,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Rb Senior ResidencesSan Diego · 3.4 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 14934 Huntington Gate Dr, Poway, CA 92064Address 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 7 visits since 2018. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated November 6, 2025.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 7
- Most recent visit
- June 26, 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 — 5 of 7 documents
Nov 6, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Debbie Correia made an unannounced visit to the facility to conclude the required annual licensing inspection that commenced on October 30, 2025. LPA was met by Administrator Derafora, identified herself, was granted entry into the facility, and stated the purpose of today’s visit. During today's visit LPA conducted a review of facility, staff, and resident records that were complete and up to date. Staff training, disaster drills, administrator certification, liability insurance, and required licensing forms were present and current and/or active. Additionally, a review of resident medication administration records was accurate and complete. The facility is equipped with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and a first aid kit and manual. LPA Correia, accompanied by Administrator Derafora, conducted a tour of the remaining portion of the interior of the facility, and a toured the exterior of the facility. The taps at faucets used by residents measured within compliance. The facility pool is surrounded by a locked gate and is inaccessible to residents in care. There is a shaded area for outside activities, and no obstructions or trip hazards were observed. Based on today's visit, there were no deficiencies observed at this time in the areas evaluated. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Derafora who will be provided with a copy of this report and license/appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16), and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these documents. During today's visit LPA left for 2.5 hours to conduct additional Licensing business and take a lunch break.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 6, 2025
Oct 30, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Debbie Correia conducted an unannounced required annual inspection. LPA identified herself, was granted entry, and discussed the purpose of the visit with Administrator Derafera. The facility is licensed for a maximum capacity of six (6) residents, all of whom may be bedridden. The facility's current census is six (6) residents, four (4) of whom are bedridden and receiving hospice care, and two (2) residents that are non-ambulatory, who were all present. During today's visit LPA Correia, accompanied by Administrator Derafera, conducted a tour of the interior of the facility. The facility was equipped with smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors, and a sprinkler system that were all up to date and operational. Cleaning solutions and toxins are housed in a locked room, medication is maintained in a locked medication cart, and sharps are in a locked drawer. LPA observed all the required furnishings in resident bedrooms, and the resident bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-slip flooring, and nightlights in the facility hallways. The facility’s ambient temperature at the time of visit was 75 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the facility to be sanitary and in good repair. There is a large common area to facilitate visitation and resident activities. There is a landline and internet available for residents’ use. Per the facility Administrator there are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. During today’s visit LPA also secured facility records. Due to time constraints the comprehensive annual inspection began, however, will be continued later. No deficiencies were cited during today’s visit. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Derafera, and a copy of this report and Licensee Rights (LIC 9058 FAS 01/16) will be provided at the conclusion of the visit. Signature below confirms receipt of the reports.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 30, 2025
Oct 29, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ryan Fulton conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by and discussed the purpose of the visit to Administrator Tess Derafera. The facility's license shows a maximum capacity of Six (6) residents. During today’s inspection there were Six (6) Residents in care. LPA and Administrator Tess Derafera toured the interior and exterior of the facility and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. resident bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present, as well as Personal Protective Equipment. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. There was at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food present, all of which are safely stored. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. Toxic chemicals/poisons were locked and inaccessible to residents. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. The facility’s ambient internal temperature was compliant. Hot water temperature at taps accessible to residents were all compliant: Kitchen sink was 105 F; bathroom #1 sink was 105 F and bathroom #2 sink was 105 F. Pool was Locked and secure with a 6 foot fence around the entire perimeter. Per administrator, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Carbon monoxide/Smoke detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all in working order. Fire extinguisher's .First aid kit(s) were complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Tess Derafera to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided during the visitthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 29, 2024
Oct 27, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rebecca Ruiz conducted an unannounced case management - annual continuation visit. LPA was greeted by, identified herself to, and explained the purpose of the visit to Licensee Philip Butzen. During today's visit, LPA observed residents in care and toured the facility LPA reviewed multiple resident and staff records. Each resident record was complete and contained a signed admission agreement, updated physician’s report and medical assessment, documents regarding safeguarding personal property, and personal rights. Each staff file was complete and contained a personnel record, first aid certificate, fingerprint clearance and association, and a health screening. The facility’s water temperature was measured at 105.3 degrees Fahrenheit in non-private bathroom and 106.5 degrees Fahrenheit in a private resident bathroom. LPA provided the Licensee with technical assistance regarding the facility's emergency disaster plan and the Infection Control plan. The Licensee will submit a copy of their current liability insurance to the Department. No deficiencies were cited on today’s date. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Philip Butzen, whose signature below confirms receipt of a copy of this report, two LIC9102TA forms, and the Licensee Appeal Rights (LIC9058 01/16).the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 27, 2023
Oct 19, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rebecca Ruiz conducted an unannounced Required 1-Year visit. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was greeted by, identified herself to, and explained the purpose of the visit with Licensee Philip Butzen. The facility is licensed for a maximum capacity of 6 residents, all of which may be bedridden. The facility has a waiver for 6 hospice residents. During today’s visit, the facility had a census of 4 residents, 2 of which were bedridden and receiving hospice services, 1 was non-ambulatory, and 1 was ambulatory. The facility does not have a clearance for delayed egress or secured perimeter and LPA did not observe any aspects of delayed egress or secured perimeter. The Administrator for the facility is Lyndon Derafera and their certificate was valid and current. During today’s visit, LPA toured the facility and inspected each room of the facility, including resident rooms, bathrooms for resident and staff use, kitchen, garage, common areas, and outside space. The facility has a swimming pool on the premises that is located down a flight of stairs. During today's visit, LPA observed two sections of the fence surrounding the pool had been removed, resulting in the swimming pool being unsecured. Per the Licensee, the fence had been removed approximately 3 months ago. A deficiency and an immediate civil penalty of $500 was assessed during today's visit. According to the Licensee, no firearms or weapons are stored on the premises. The facility was found to be clean, safe, and in good repair with no pathway obstructions. LPA observed locked storage for all hazardous and/or toxic chemicals and were stored separately from food supplies. Continued on LIC809-C page... LPA observed a 2-day supply of perishable food and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food present at the facility. LPA observed linens and hygiene products provided to the residents that are in good repair and sufficient to meet their needs. Staff present at the facility during the time of the inspection had a criminal background clearance. Due to time constraints, the LPA was unable to complete the Required-1 year inspection during today's visit and an annual continuation will be conducted at a later date. The following deficiency is cited per CA Code of Regulations Title 22 and noted on the attached LIC809-D page. The $500 civil penalty was noted on the LIC421IM form. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Philip Butzen, whose signature below confirms receipt of a copy of this report, the LIC421IM, and the Licensee Appeal Rights (LIC9058 01/16).the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 19, 2023
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
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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?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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