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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$6,550 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $5,400–$8,100
- 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 18, 2026CDSS inspection record
Indalo Homes is a small care home in Santa Monica — 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 2024.
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 Indalo Homes
Is Indalo Homes licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Indalo Homes licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Indalo Homes been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.
Is Indalo Homes still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Indalo Homes cost?
$6,550 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $5,400–$8,100. 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 8 small homes and similar homes within 10 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 228 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,300 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 228 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 Indalo Homes 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 Indalo Homes-Pearl LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Saint John's Health Center is 1.1 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Indalo Homes 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.
Indalo Homes license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “INDALO HOMES”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #198320428. 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 Indalo Homes-Pearl LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 3 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 3 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is February 18, 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 6 residents
- 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 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY OF WHICH ONE MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BEDRIDDEN CLEARED IN #3. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR SIX (6) RESIDENTS.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
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
- 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?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$6,550a month to start
Likely $5,400–$8,100
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$6,550a month
Likely $5,400–$8,250
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
Starting monthly rate$6,550likely $5,400–$8,100
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 10 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 $5,400–$8,250
- $6,550
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $6,200–$11,200
- $8,550
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 worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes and similar homes within 10 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.
8 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,700–$9,000.
- 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 8 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Coastal HouseLos Angeles · 1.2 mi · Small home$9,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Bentley ManorLos Angeles · 2.1 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Miko InnLos Angeles · 2.8 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Ayres Residential Care Home-Century CityLos Angeles · 3.7 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- The Palisades VillaPacific Palisades · 4.9 mi · Small home$6,400Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Ladera VistaLos Angeles · 5.6 mi · Small home$9,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Ladera Sunrise Care HomeLos Angeles · 6.0 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Harvard Hope HouseLos Angeles · 9.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 1201 Pearl Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405Address 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 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated February 18, 2026.
- On file since
- 2024
- State visits
- 3
- Most recent visit
- February 18, 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 2024.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents
Feb 18, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Bernadette Allen conducted an unannounced visit to conduct an annual required inspection. LPA met with Assistant Administrator- Hennessy Hernandez, who was informed of the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to serve 6 non- ambulatory residents age 60 and over of which (1) maybe bedridden. Room #3 is designated for a bedridden resident. The facility has an approved hospice waiver for 6 residents. Currently there are four (4) residents in care. The front house consists of the following: (4) resident bedrooms, (2) Full bathroom, 1 half restroom, Activity room, living room, kitchen with dining area, laundry room (located in the rear of the home), beauty salon room and an outdoor shaded patio area. The back home consists of the following: (2) bedrooms (1) full bathroom, and an office. LPA toured the Resident bedrooms and observed that they had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. At 9:00 AM LPA reviewed three (3) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, trainings, and health screenings which appeared to be up to date. LPA also reviewed four (4) clients’ files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plan which appeared to be up to date. At 10:45 AM, LPA and Hennessy toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises inside or outside. LPA inspected a total of six (6) bedrooms and four (4) bathrooms. The beds and bedding supplies appeared to be in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and storage for the residents’ personal belongings was observed. The bathrooms were in good condition and operational. The water temperature ranged from 105°F to 118. °F, and the facilities temperatures ranged from 72°F to 78°F. LPA observed that the facility appeared to be clean, sanitary, and appropriately furnished. Storage areas for personal hygiene were in place. Cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharp objects were stored in a way that made them inaccessible to residents in care. The kitchen was inspected, and there was a 5-day supply of perishable and a 7day supply of non-perishable food items available, which was adequately maintained/stored. The fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors were fully charged and operable. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited. An exit interview was conducted, and this report was discussed and provided to Assistant Administrator- Hennessy Hernandez, at the conclusion of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 18, 2026
Jan 30, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sparkle Day conducted an unannounced visit to the above facility. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the one-year inspection. LPA met with Hennessy Hernandez, Assistant Administrator and the purpose of the visit was discussed. Facility is licensed to serve 6 non- ambulatory residents age 60 and over of which (1) maybe bedridden. Room #3 is designated for a bedridden resident. The facility has an approved hospice waiver for 6 residents. One (1) of the residents is diagnosed with dementia. One (1) resident is receiving home health services. No residents are receiving hospice care services. The facility does not handle any of the residents’ money. This home is a single story home with a back home in the back. The front house consists of the following: (4) resident bedrooms, (2) Full bathroom, 1 half restroom, Activity room, living room, kitchen with dining area, laundry room (located in the rear of the home), beauty salon room and an outdoor shaded patio area. The back home consists of the following: (2) resident restrooms, (1) full bathroom, office. LPA toured the Resident bedrooms and observed that they had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, shower was free of mold/mildew and a non-skid mat was in place, water temperature measured between 110.1F. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards; doorways were free of obstructions. Kitchen was checked and observed to be within Title 22 regulations. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked. All cleaning solutions, hazardous items, and medications were securely locked and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors were working properly and fire extinguisher was fully charged. Carbon monoxide detector was operational. First Aid kit was available. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. During todays visit LPA did not observe any deficiencies. Exit interview conducted with Hennessy Hernandez Assistant Administrator. A copy of this report was provided at time of visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 30, 2025
Jan 24, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 01/24/2024 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) David España conducted announced visit to this facility. LPA was greeted by applicant Ivan Garel-Jones and explained the purpose of today’s pre-licensing inspection visit. An application was submitted to CCLD on 09/28/2023 in the initial license application for a residential facility for the elderly, ages 60 years and above. The applicant requested a capacity of six (6) individuals, of which six (6) are non-ambulatory, and one (1) bedridden. Structure: The facility is a four (4) bedroom, three and half (3 -1/2) bathroom, one story home with a one (ADU) backhouse (i.e., bedroom #4) situated in a residential neighborhood. The home includes a living, dining, kitchen, and laundry area. The living room did include a fireplace. The living area included sectional seating. the kitchen has a refrigerator and stove. The rear exterior is fenced throughout. the passageways, walkways, and steps are free from obstructions. Evaluation Report Continues. Bedrooms Residents: The facility had four (4) bedrooms for residents. There are four (4) bedrooms for non-ambulatory residents and (1) of the bedrooms specific for the bedridden. All rooms include a full, queen, and twin-size bed, one (1) chair, one (1) nightstand, and one (1) table lamp. All bedrooms are equipped with a ceiling light. All rooms had a dresser, which complies with the requirement of 8 cubic feet of space. All rooms had closets for ample storage. Bedrooms Staff: There is no bedroom designated for live-in staff. Bathrooms: The facility has three and half (3 1-2) bathrooms. Bathrooms are accessible in all rooms. All bathrooms have a working toilet, washbasin, and shower with grab bars and non-skid mats. Linens & Hygiene Supplies: Beds have the required linen supplies which include pillowcases, mattress pads, fitted sheets, blankets, and bedspreads. An adequate supply of linen is stored in the hall closet inside the bedrooms. Emergency Phone Numbers, Exit Plan & Menu: Emergency phone numbers. The exit plan and menu are posted and readily available for review throughout the home. There are two (2) fire extinguisher located in the kitchen mounted on the wall. A telephone line is available in the kitchen, living, and dining rooms (telephone is housed in the living). Evaluation Report Continues. Emergency supplies and Personal Protective Equipment supplies are stored in the kitchen. The applicant as an approved Infection Control Plan on file Food Service: Dishes, cups, and flatware are stored in the kitchen cabinets, inspected, and in good repair. Knives, cutlery, and other sharp kitchen utensils are stored in a locked kitchen drawer. Food supply is adequately stored in kitchen cabinets and consists of the canned goods. The kitchen counters also had small appliances. Smoke Detectors: Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the interior space. Hardwired smoke detectors in all four (4) bedrooms and hallways. Carbon monoxide is located in the hallway. Toxins: All toxins are locked and stored under the kitchen sink cabinet. Appliances: Stove burners, oven, microwave, washer, and dryer are working. The kitchen counters also had small appliances which includes a blender, toaster, electric can opener, and coffee maker. There are two (2) refrigerators in the facility. The refrigerator measured a temperature of at least 40 degrees Fahrenheit for appropriate food storage. The facility is equipped with central heaters and air conditioning systems. Water Temperature: The water temperature is 120 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the kitchen and bathrooms. Evaluation Report Continues. Medications, First-Aid Kit & Book: A first aid kit is stored in the medication cabinet inspected which has at least the following: thermometer, tweezers, scissors, antiseptic, bandages, gauze, and locked and inaccessible to residents. The resident's medications will be stored in the same medication cabinet locked in the office area and inaccessible. Resident & Staff Files: The applicant is not handling the cash resources for residents. Records of staff and residents will be stored in a cabinet in the office area. Reading Material, Games, Equipment & Materials: The facility has board games, books, magazines, and other recreational materials for the resident's use all stored in the living room. Pool/Jacuzzi & Pets: There is no jacuzzi, or pool in the fenced area. There is one (1) resident pet cat. Fire clearance: A Fire Clearance inspection was conducted on 10/26/23 approved for a capacity for six (6) non-ambulatory, and one (1) bedridden. Component III: LPA España conducted the Pre-Licensing inspection along with the information provided about how to operate the facility within substantial compliance with Component III PowerPoint. LPA España did observe one correction: Missing first aid manual (Placed order to arrive 01/26/2024) Evaluation Report Continues. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report has been furnished to the applicant Ivan Garel-Jones. LPA España will submit a copy of this facility evaluation report to the Central Applications Unit (CAU) for review. If the applicant has questions regarding the status of the application, they have been instructed to communicate with the CAU Analyst assigned to their application. END OF REPORTthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 24, 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?
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