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Ideal Care Centers 2
Mid-size home·Licensed for 12·Fresno, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Typical starting rate$4,500 a monthTypical in Fresno County · likely $3,500–$5,500
- Home sizeLicensed for 12Mid-size care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit6 of 12 beds occupiedMay 8, 2026 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMay 8, 2026CDSS inspection record
Ideal Care Centers 2 is a mid-size care home in Fresno — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 12 residents since 2024. Dementia care is 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 Ideal Care Centers 2
Is Ideal Care Centers 2 licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Ideal Care Centers 2 licensed for?
12 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Ideal Care Centers 2 been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Ideal Care Centers 2 still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Ideal Care Centers 2 cost?
$4,500 a month to start is typical in Fresno County, likely $3,500–$5,500. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for assisted-living communities in Fresno County (compiled June 2026). This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Fresno that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,450 to $5,175 a month, and the middle figure is $4,000 (n = 5 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 Ideal Care Centers 2 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 Ideal Care Centers Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Ideal Care Centers Inc. — at least 2 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Community Regional Medical Center is 2.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Ideal Care Centers 2 keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Ideal Care Centers 2 license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “IDEAL CARE CENTERS 2”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #107209509. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed for 12 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed to Ideal Care Centers Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, 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 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is May 8, 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 12 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 6 residents
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. 12 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 6 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN.WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR (6).
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 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 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
Typical starting rate
$4,500a month to start
Likely $3,500–$5,500
Covelight’s researched range for Fresno County · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,500a month
Likely $3,500–$5,700
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
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$4,500likely $3,500–$5,500
Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for assisted-living communities in Fresno County (compiled June 2026). 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 $3,500–$5,700
- $4,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,250–$8,850
- $6,500
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 worksWhy this is a county figure
Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for assisted-living communities in Fresno County (compiled June 2026). This home’s own rate is not on file.
- 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 7 nearby homes that publish a rate
- Joyful Living RcheFresno · 3.6 mi · Small home$3,600Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Green VillaFresno · 4.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Palo Alto Senior Care HomeFresno · 4.7 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Serenity Garden Home 2Fresno · 6.9 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Carmel Village Memory CareClovis · 8.0 mi · Mid-size home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · independent living private cottage/casita · seen September 9, 2026
- Close to Home Residential CareFresno · 8.3 mi · Small home$5,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Harvest at FowlerFowler · 13 mi · Mid-size home$3,000Listed on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 2020 N Teilman Ave, Fresno, CA 93705Address 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 2024, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2024. The most recent — a complaint investigation report on May 8, 2026 — closed with the state’s outcome word: “Unsubstantiated.”
- On file since
- 2024
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- May 8, 2026
- Occupied at that visit
- 6 of 12 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated May 8, 2026. 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 1
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 327 licensed mid-size homes (7–15 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 2024.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 5 of 5 documents
May 8, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff do not provide residents with medication as prescribed Staff mismanaging residents medication Staff do not ensure that residents’ medication is refilled in a timely manner Staff do not provide residents with adequate food service
On 5/08/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an unannounced initial 10-day complaint visit. LPA stated purpose and allowed entrance into facility. LPA met with Licensee/Administrator Greg Idoni to conduct complaint visit. This department has investigated the above allegations. During the course of the investigation, LPA toured the facility, conducted interviews, and reviewed documentation. The department has insufficient information regarding the above allegations. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove or disprove that the allegation occurred therefore the allegations are UNSUBSTANTIATED. Nothe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 8, 2026 · control 24-AS-20260130121933
Dec 16, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 12/16/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an unannounced Annual Required inspection. LPA arrived, introduced self, stated purpose of visit, and allowed entrance by Joanna Gonzalez, Administrator Assistant. Licensee Greg Idoni, was contacted by telephone and not available to conduct today's inspection. Facility observed to be clean and a comfortable temperature, residents were resting in their bedrooms upon LPA arrival. All common area, observed to have adequate seating available for residents in care. Facility toured with staff, all residents currently have private bedrooms, all bedrooms observed to have required furnishings available. Resident bathrooms toured, fixtures observed operational during facility inspection. Showers observed to have grab bars, skid resistant mats and shower chairs available. Water temperature measured at 105 degrees F. LPA observed towels and extra linen available. Kitchen toured, facility has a 2-day supply of perishable food and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available. Knives/sharps, cleaning/disinfecting supplies and chemicals are locked and secured. Medications are centrally stored in a locked cabinet in kitchen. Doors and passageways are free of obstruction. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors observed operational at time of inspection. LPA conducted resident and staff file reviews during inspection. No deficiencies were cited during this visit. An exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report was provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 16, 2025
Oct 29, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 10/29/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted a subsequent announced Pre-licensing inspection. LPA met with Licensee, Gregory Idoni to conduct facility tour: The following items have be completed and/or removed: 1) Front porch is clear of empty 5-gallon buckets, empty shelf, empty boxes, construction pipes, and gardening tools 2) East side of facility has been clear of miscellaneous boards and ladder 3) On north side of facility in flower bed is clear of large pole with cement base that requires removal. 4) Licensee has purchased thermometer and first aid manual for First Aid kit. LPA found that applicant has met all pre-licensing requirements. LPA will submit documentation to CAB in Sacramento for final review prior to license being issued. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 29, 2024
Oct 24, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 10/24/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an announced Pre-licensing inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was granted entry into the facility. LPA met with Licensee Gregory Idoni. LPA toured facility with licensees, The facility is 6 bedroom and 3 bathroom home. Fire clearance granted for twelve (12) non-ambulatory residents of which six (6) may be bedridden. Inside of tour conducted, common areas were furnished and had adequate seating and lighting available. Facility temperature observed at 74 degrees F. All bedrooms were observed to have required furnishings. Kitchen was toured and observed to have dishes, plate, and utensils. Facility has 7-day supply of non-perishable food available as of date of inspection. Knives to be locked and secured in kitchen drawer. Medication will be locked and secured in hallway cabinet. Resident bathrooms toured, all bathrooms are equipped with Outside of facility toured. Perimeter of facility is surrounded by a fence. There are two entrance, a pedistrian gate and a gate to facility parking area. LPA observed all exits to open free of obstruction. Outside of facility observed to have several items on the front porch and perimeter and near east side of facility that require removal and/or storage. Cleaning supplies and chemicals will be locked and secured in cabinet in under kitchen sink, and in locked cabinet in laundry room. Fire extinguisher present with a purchase date of 7/10/24. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were observed to be operational during this inspection. Water temperature measured at 112 degrees F. First Aid kit present and missing thermometer and first aid book. Facility has a telephone which was observed operational at time of inspection. LPA will conduct follow-up pre-licensing visit once the following items have been completed: 1) Front porch has empty 5-gallon buckets, empty shelf, empty boxes, construction pipes, gardening tools 2) East side of facility has miscellaneous boards and ladder 3) On north side of facility in flower bed there is a large pole with cement base that requires removal. 4) First Aid kit missing thermometer and first aid manual. LPA will conduct follow-up inspection when repairs and completed. Component III conducted with licensees during pre-licensing inspection. No deficiencies cited during today's inspection.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 24, 2024
Oct 15, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly Application Type: INITIAL Capacity: 12 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: GREGORY IDONI Interview Method: Telephone interview On October 15, 2024, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed the understanding of the California Code Title 22 Regulations. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restricted/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 15, 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.
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.
- 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?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Fresno County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Belmar Villa
Fresno · Large community · 0.6 mi away
$2,800 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Ideal Care Centers
Fresno · Small home · 2.2 mi away
$4,000 a month to start · Typical in Fresno County
Angels Home
Fresno · Small home · 2.3 mi away
$4,000 a month to start · Typical in Fresno County
Williams-Whittle Residential Care Home #3
Fresno · Small home · 2.4 mi away
$4,000 a month to start · Typical in Fresno County
Assisted livingRehabilitation Centre of Fresno
Fresno · Large community · 2.4 mi away
$3,500 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Royal Board and Care for Elderly
Fresno · Small home · 2.4 mi away
$3,750 a month to start · Covelight estimate