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Imperial Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Cerritos, California

Licensed since 2010Licence #197607854
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,500 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,650–$5,550
  • 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 9, 2026CDSS inspection record

Imperial Care is a small care home in Cerritos — 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 2010. 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 Imperial Care

Is Imperial Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Imperial Care licensed for?

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

Has Imperial Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2010, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Imperial Care still open?

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

What does Imperial Care cost?

$4,500 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,650–$5,550. 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 9 small homes within 3 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 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Cerritos that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,150 to $4,500 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (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 Imperial Care take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Imperial Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital is 1.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Imperial Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Imperial Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “IMPERIAL CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #197607854. 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 Imperial Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2010, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2010, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2010, 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 2010, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is February 9, 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 5 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved by the state
  • BedriddenApproved by the state

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
LICENSEE PREFERS TO SERVE CLIENTS AGE 60 AND OVER, FIVE(5) NON-AMBULATORY AND ONE(1) BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR ONE(1) RESIDENT ONLY.87705 COMPLIANT.

985 - RCFE / HOSPICE

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

4 more questions to ask the home
  • Two-person transfers or a lift

    Not on file

    Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”

  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”

  • Medicines

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation not on file

    Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,500a month to start

Likely $3,650–$5,550

From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,500a month

Likely $3,650–$5,750

With a shared room and basic help.

An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room

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

  • Starting monthly rate$4,500likely $3,650–$5,550

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes within 3 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 $3,650–$5,750
$4,500
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,300–$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.
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 9 small homes within 3 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.

9 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$4,500.

  • 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 9 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 18423 Noran Avenue, Cerritos, CA 90703Address 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 2010. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated February 9, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
6
Most recent visit
February 9, 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 2010.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261102025220202411020231102022110

The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Feb 9, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 2/09/26 at 11:25 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jewel Baptiste conducted an unannounced Annual/Required inspection to Imperial Care. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by Direct Support Professional (DSP) Leonides Gonzales who contacted the Administrator. The Administrator Nicanor Imperial arrived at 12:00 p.m., to assist with today's visit. The licensee prefers to serve age 60 and older, five (5) Non ambulatory and one (1) bedridden. Hospice wavier approved for one (1) resident only. There were four (4) residents in care during the time of this visit. The last emergency disaster/fire drill was conducted on 1/12/2026. The Administrator Certificate expires on 03/06/2026 (Certificate is in the mail). During today's visit, LPA inspected the physical plant inside and outside, reviewed the food supply, tested the smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, reviewed (3) staff files, (4) residents files, medications, and medication administration records for (4) residents. This home has 3 resident bedrooms, 1 staff bedroom, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room and an attached garage. LPA toured the physical plant with the Administrator. and observed all (4) resident bedrooms, containing required furniture: lamps, dresser, chair, and closet space. The two bathrooms contain a working toilet, basin, and water faucet, walk in shower with grab bar, shower chair, and bathmat. The temperature measured at 107.6*F-109.2*F The smoke detectors were battery operated and individually tested and observed to be working properly. The carbon monoxide detector was located throughout the facility, tested, and functioning properly. There was one (1) fire extinguisher located in kitchen fully charged and up to date. The kitchen was toured and contained working appliances; refrigerator, stove, oven and contained dishware, cups, plates, utensils, pots, and pans with knives secured in a kitchen cabinet. Cleaning agents and toxins were locked underneath kitchen sink. The pantry was well stocked with canned goods, pasta, cereals, and the food supply contained a sufficient supply with a two-day supply of perishables and a seven-day supply of non-perishables that met title 22 guidelines. Walls and floors, cabinets and counters were clean and sanitary throughout the home. (Report continued on LIC809C.) The outdoor grounds were toured and inspected, and the patio was well maintained with a shaded seating area accessible for resident use. The garage contained a working washer and dryer, with cabinetry that contained emergency supply kits, bottled water, toiletries, personal care supplies, PPE supplies and toxins and cleaning agents. Facility to email Emergency disaster plan due to the plan being located at their personal house. The living room contained playing cards, board games and activity supplies available to the residents. In addition, a non-working fireplace contained a covered screen so that it was inaccessible to the residents. The dining room also contained notifications and postings: California Labor Laws, Emergency Disaster Plan, personal rights, facility license, business license, medical emergency information, let-us-know licensing contact information, consumer grievance, support services, community resources and client hygiene schedule. Exit interview conducted with Nicanor Imperial, Administrator, a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 9, 2026
20252 state visits · 2 documents
Feb 27, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cynthia Chan conducted a subsequent visit to continue the annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Irene Imperial, and explained the reason. The initial inspection began on 2/21/25. During the visit today, LPA inspected the remaining domains of the CARE tools. The following were reviewed: Staffing: Per the administrator, there is sufficient staffing to meet the needs of the residents. Personnel Records-Training: Staff files are maintained at the facility. LPA reviewed (3) staff files including the Administrator. Staff employed are over the age of 18 and have criminal background clearance and associated to the facility. They are receiving on-going training. Administrator certificate expires on 3/6/26. Resident Rights-Information: The local ombudsman poster, complaint poster, and Resident rights are posted in a prominent area. Facility provides internet service. Resident Records-Incident Reports: LPA reviewed (6) resident files. The files contain the Admission Agreement, Physician's Report (including TB and Ambulatory Status), Consent forms, Personal Property and Valuable form, and current Appraisal/Needs and Services plan. Health Related Services: Medications are centrally stored and locked. LPA reviewed medication for 6 residents and documentation. They are administered as prescribed by the physician. Disaster Preparedness: The facility has a complete Emergency Disaster plan. LPA issued a technical advisory on the emergency disaster drill. No deficiencies were issued today. An exit interview was held and a copy of this report was given to the administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 27, 2025

The state marks this report as 2 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Feb 21, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cynthia Chan conducted the annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Irene Imperial, and explained the reason for the visit. The facility is licensed for 6 residents, ages 60 and over, of which 5 may be non-ambulatory and 1 bedridden. LPA used the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) tools and the following domains were inspected: Infection Control: Facility has the infection control plan and staff are continuing to follow the plan. Staff are using gloves while assisting residents with their ADLs. Operational Requirements: The facility has a dementia care plan to accept or retain residents with dementia. There are currently 6 residents residing at the facility. There are 2 residents on hospice. The facility has the sufficient amount for liability insurance covering injury to residents and guests. Physical Plant & Environment Safety: The facility does not have a swimming pool on the premises. There are 3 shared resident bedrooms, 1 staff room, 2 bathrooms (1 communal and 1 in bedroom #4), living room, dining room, kitchen, and a garage. Facility has operable smoke detectors throughout the facility and a carbon monoxide detector located in the hallway. Knives, cleaning solutions, and disinfectants are locked. The hot water temperature was measured between the required range of 105-120 degrees F. Planned Activities: Facility has sufficient space to accommodate indoor and outdoor activities. Food Service: There are sufficient food supplies of 2-day perishable and a week of non-perishable. The foods are properly stored in the refrigerator. Residents with Special Health Needs: The facility accepts and retains residents with dementia and/or hospice. There are no residents with a restricted or prohibited health condition at this time. LPA will return another day to continue the inspection. No deficiencies were observed today. An exit interview was held and a copy of this report was given to the administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 21, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Mar 18, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 3/18/24 at 8:30 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jewel Baptiste conducted an unannounced Annual/Required inspection to Imperial Care. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by Direct Support Professional (DSP) Joy Bautista who contacted the Administrator. The Administrator Irene Imperial arrived at 8:50 a.m., to assist with today's visit. The licensee prefers to serve age 60 and older. Five (5) Non ambulatory and one (1) bedridden. Hospice wavier approved for one (1) resident only. There were (5) residents in care during the time of this visit. The last emergency disaster/fire drill was conducted on 3/11/2024. The Administrator Certificate expires on 10/12/2024 #7011263740. During today's visit LPA inspected the physical plant inside and outside, reviewed the food supply, tested the smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, reviewed (3) staff files, (5) residents files, medications, and medication administration records for (5) residents. This home contains 3 resident bedrooms, 1 staff bedroom, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room and an attached garage. LPA toured the physical plant with the Administrator. and observed all (5) resident bedrooms, contained required furniture, lamps, dresser, chair, and closet space. The two bathrooms contain a working toilet, basin, and water faucet, walk in shower with grab bar, shower chair, and bathmat. The temperature measured at 114.6*F-115.3*F The smoke detectors were battery operated and individually tested and observed to be working properly. The carbon monoxide detector was located throughout the facility, tested, and functioning properly. There were (1) fire extinguishers located in kitchen fully charged and up to date. The kitchen was toured and contained working appliances; refrigerator, stove, oven and contained dishware, cups, plates, utensils, pots, and pans with knives secured in a kitchen cabinet. Cleaning agents and toxins were locked underneath kitchen sink. The pantry was well stocked with canned goods, pasta, cereals, and the food supply contained a sufficient supply with a two-day supply of perishables and a seven-day supply of non-perishables that met title 22 guidelines. Walls and floors, cabinets and counters were clean and sanitary throughout the home. (Report continued on LIC809C.) The outdoor grounds were toured and inspected, and the patio was well maintained with a shaded seating area accessible for resident use. The garage contained a working washer and dryer, with cabinetry that contained emergency supply kits, bottled water, toiletries, personal care supplies, PPE supplies and toxins and cleaning agents. The dining room contained playing cards, board games and activity supplies available to the residents. In addition, a non-working fireplace contained a covered screen so that it was inaccessible to the residents. The dining room also contained notifications and postings: California Labor Laws, Emergency Disaster Plan, personal rights, facility license, business license, medical emergency information, let-us-know licensing contact information, consumer grievance, support services, community resources and client hygiene schedule. Exit interview conducted with Irene Imperial, Administrator, a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 18, 2024
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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

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

Life here

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  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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