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Inspirations Home Care
Small home·Licensed for 6·Corona, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,600 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,800–$5,700
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit5 of 6 beds occupiedJune 16, 2026 · not a current opening
- Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
- Last state visitJune 16, 2026CDSS inspection record
Inspirations Home Care is a small care home in Corona — 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 1997.
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 Inspirations Home Care
Is Inspirations Home Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Inspirations Home Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Inspirations Home Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 1997, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Inspirations Home Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Inspirations Home Care cost?
$4,600 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,800–$5,700. 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 12 small homes within 5 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 11 other homes of a similar licensed size in Corona that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,125 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,500 (n = 11 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.
Does Inspirations Home Care take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Garcia, Romulo L Jr & Garcia, Noelia, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Corona Regional Medical Center is 1.2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Inspirations Home Care keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Inspirations Home Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “INSPIRATIONS HOME CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #336402005. 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 Garcia, Romulo L Jr & Garcia, Noelia, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 1997, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 1997, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 1997, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 1997, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is June 16, 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-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 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
6 NONAMBULATORY. APPROVED FOR FOUR HOSPICE RESIDENTS. APPROVAL FOR 4 BEDRIDDEN.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — 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
- 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 27, 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
$4,600a month to start
Likely $3,800–$5,700
From 12 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,600a month
Likely $3,800–$5,900
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$4,600likely $3,800–$5,700
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 12 small homes within 5 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 $3,800–$5,900
- $4,600
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,400–$9,000
- $6,600
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, 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 appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. For a resident on SSI/SSP, California’s 2026 standard sends $1,444.07 a month to the home for 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 12 small homes within 5 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.
12 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,950–$6,000.
- 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 12 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Amistad Assisted Living and Memory Care HomeCorona · 0.6 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Clarissa's Home CareCorona · 0.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Senior Oasis 2Corona · 1.4 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Gabriela Care HomeCorona · 1.8 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Cathy's Cottage PalmsCorona · 2.0 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Cathy's Cottage - Assisted Living and Memory CareCorona · 2.0 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Twin Hearts Senior Care IICorona · 2.0 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Apple Senior Care of CoronaCorona · 3.3 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Victoria Ann Elderly CareRiverside · 3.5 mi · Small home$3,600Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Heart of Joy Home CareCorona · 4.2 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Cura AmoreCorona · 4.7 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Dressage Home CareRiverside · 4.8 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 2755 Thacker Dr, Corona, CA 92881Address 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 2022, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 1997. The most recent — a complaint investigation report on June 16, 2026 — closed with the state’s outcome word: “Unsubstantiated.”
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- June 16, 2026
- Occupied at that visit
- 5 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated June 16, 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 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 1997.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 5 documents
Jun 16, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not provide proper notice of rent increase to authorized representatives. Staff are falsifying documents.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Rico conducted an unannounced visit to investigate and deliver findings on the allegations listed above. LPA met with staff Sandy Flores and House Manager Rose Macdangdang, LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The investigation consisted of staff interviews, resident interviews and record review. The licensee was contacted and informed about today’s visit. For the allegation, Staff did not provide proper notice of rent increase to authorized representatives. During staff interviews, the Administrator informed LPA that the proper notice of the rent increase has been provided to all residents authorized representatives. During the record review, LPA observed that the proper documents were provided to residents and their authorized representatives.During resident interviews, residents were unable to collaborate on the allegation. Unsubstantiated For the allegation, Staff are falsifying documents. During staff interviews, three out of the three staff stated they have not falsified documents. During record review, LPA observed appropriate documents. Based on the evidence found during the investigation, the two (2) allegations listed above are deemed UNSUBSTANTIATED. A finding that the complaints are UNSUBSTANTIATED means although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur. During today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC9099) was discussed and provided to House Manager Rose Macdangdang.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 16, 2026 · control 56-AS-20260219145300
Dec 30, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Rico made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with House Manager Rose Mary Macdangdang and staff Sandy Flores De Los Santos was granted entry to the facility. Licensed capacity is (6) current census (5). LPA was accompanied by House Manager Rose Macdangdang to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected resident bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to residents in care. There was a designate space for resident/staff files. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for residents in care .Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of residents in care. Facility has a variety of food available for residents. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Record Review: LPA reviewed (2) resident files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plans. LPA reviewed (2) resident medications and (2) hospice files. LPA also reviewed (2) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, training's, and health screenings. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) was discussed and provided to House Manager Rose Macdangdang.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 30, 2025
Nov 14, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Rico made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with staff Rose Mary Macdangdang and staff Sandy Flores De Los Santos was granted entry to the facility. Licensed capacity is (6) current census (5). LPA was accompanied by staff Sandy De Los Santos to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected resident bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to residents in care. There was a designate space for resident/staff files. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for residents in care .Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of residents in care. Facility has a variety of food available for residents. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Record Review: LPA reviewed (3) resident files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plans. LPA reviewed (3) resident medications and (3) hospice files. LPA also reviewed (2) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, training's, and health screenings. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) was discussed and provided to staff members Sandy Flores De Los Santos and Rose Macdangdang.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 14, 2024
Nov 7, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ryan Gardner made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Noelia Garcia and was granted entry to the facility. At the time of the visit, there were three (3) staff present and five (5) residents present. The facility is a four (4) bedroom, two (2) bathroom home with a kitchen, a dining area, a living room area, and an attached garage. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). The facility is licensed for a capacity of six (6) non-ambulatory residents, four (4) of the six (6) residents may be bedridden. The current census is five (5) residents. LPA was accompanied by Administrator to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to interior and exterior passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected resident bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, nightstands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. LPA measured and observed the water temperature in the bathroom to be at 106.1 degrees F. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Postings such as the facility license, personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, labor laws, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to residents in care. There was a designated storage space for resident/staff files. Medications are kept inside the medication cabinet in the kitchen inaccessible to residents. LPA discovered that Resident R1 had medications that were pre prepped and being stored in plastic cups. The facility will be issued a type A deficiency for storing R1’s medication outside of the original prescription bottle. Overall, the facility is clean and in good repair. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for the residents in care. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Record Review: LPA reviewed three (3) residents files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plans. LPA discovered that three (3) out of three (3) residents files did not have a needs and services plan. The facility will be issued a type B deficiency for not having needs and services plans for the residents. LPA reviewed three (3) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, trainings, and health screenings. Medications/MARs records were audited and appeared to be dispensed and logged appropriately. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, two (2) deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) and LIC809D forms were discussed and provided to Administrator Noelia Garcia, along with a copy of the appeal rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 7, 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?
- 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 Riverside County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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Great Comfort Homecare 1
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Inspirations Home Care II
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$4,800 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Inspirations Home Care V
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$4,700 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Inspirations Home Care III
Corona · Small home · 0.5 mi away
$4,600 a month to start · Covelight estimate