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Joyful Living RcheLicense #107206695 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareJoyful Living RcheLicense #107206695 · 1337 W. Roberts Ave., Fresno, CA · (559) 570-8557Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
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Starting rate$3,600/mo

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Small home · Licensed for 6 · Fresno

Joyful Living Rche

1337 W. Roberts Ave., Fresno, CA 93711 · Licensed since 2013

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Joyful Living Rche

Overview

Starting rate

$3,600 a month

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 See costs

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: Wheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · October 26, 2026
  • Ways to pay: Medi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · October 1, 2026
  • Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

  • Wheelchairup to 6 residents
  • Hospiceup to 2 residents

Not on file: dementia and bedridden approvals.

Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 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. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER GRANTED FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — care may continue at the end of life

    State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Joyful Living Rche: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

This home’s starting rate

$3,600a month to start

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$3,600likely a month
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$3,600this home

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living, seen September 9, 2026.

  • 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 (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $3,600–$4,200
$3,600
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,600–$7,750
$6,100
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
  • 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, October 1, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. On the waiver, a resident on SSI/SSP pays the home $1,444.07 a month 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.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Rates at nearby homes8 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,800 to $6,000

$2,800$6,000

This homeA nearby home’s published starting rate

8 homes like this within 16 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,800–$5,650.

  • Green VillaFresno · 0.7 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Palo Alto Senior Care HomeFresno · 1.4 mi · Small home
    $3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
  • Copper River Retirement GroupFresno · 5.7 mi · Small home
    $2,800Listed on its own website · fully furnished shared room starting at · seen October 27, 2026
  • Copper River Retirement Group - LoyolaClovis · 6.0 mi · Small home
    $2,800Listed on its own website · fully furnished shared room starting at · seen October 27, 2026
  • Carmel Village Memory CareClovis · 7.2 mi · Mid-size home
    $6,000Listed on Seniorly · independent living private cottage/casita · seen September 9, 2026
  • Serenity Garden Home 2Fresno · 8.6 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Close to Home Residential CareFresno · 10 mi · Small home
    $5,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • The Harvest at FowlerFowler · 15 mi · Mid-size home
    $3,000Listed on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living, seen September 9, 2026.

  • 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.
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 move-in 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.

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An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.

Daily life

Rooms, meals, activities and house rules, in the home’s own words. Open any detail to see where it came from.

Rooms & the spaces they will use (1)Shared / companion rooms
  • Shared / companion rooms

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Pets, routines & independence (1)Residents may bring a pet
  • Residents may bring a petReported no

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Where it is

1337 W. Roberts Ave., Fresno, CA 93711Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1Fresno Surgical HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list1.9 mi

Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).

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The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #107206695 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 3 of 7 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

Jul 21, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 7/21/26 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J. Leffall arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was greet by House Manager (HM) Evangeline Matheny, LPA was granted entry. 6 residents were present during inspection. Administrator (A1) Carlo Santos arrived shortly after LPA’s arrival. LPA’s toured facility with Licensee HM. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. Clients’ MARS was reviewed. Upon review LPA observed multiple medications not initialed by staff in the morning after being administered. Fire extinguisher reviewed with a service date of: 8/14/25. Fire drill completed on 7/15/26. Clients' bedrooms were toured and reviewed. Cleaning chemicals were observed stored and locked in cabinet. Residents bedrooms observed to be adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lighting. All bathrooms are toured and observed to be operational. Hot water temperature was tested at a range of 106.7 to 107.2 degrees in 2 bathrooms. Outside of facility toured. Outside observed free of debris. Side gate was self-closing and self-latching. Outside was observed with adequate outdoor seatings available for clients. Freezer temperature observed at 0 degrees F and refrigerator temperature maintained at 40 degrees F. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were tested and observed to be operational. Samples of clients’ files and staff’s files reviewed to have all the required documents. The following deficiency is being cited on the attached 809D in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. Exit Interview conducted. LPA is requesting the following documents be submitted to the Fresno CCL office by 8/4/26: Current copy of Administrator Certificate, Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC308), Administrator Organization LIC 309, Affidavit regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources LIC 400, Liability Insurance-RCFE, Emergency and Disaster Plan LIC 610E, Personnel Report LIC500, Register of Facility Clients/Residents for LIC9020A A copy of this report with and appeal rights was provided to A1, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 21, 2026

20251 state visit · 1 document

Jul 17, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 7/17/25 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J. Leffall arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was greet by Staff (S1) Ricardo Pascua, LPA was granted entry. 5 residents were present during inspection. Administrator (A1) Carlo Santos arrived shortly after LPA’s arrival. LPA’s toured facility with Licensee (L1) Delia Galvaz. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. During observation of kitchen, a sharp knife was observed in unlocked kitchen drawer. Samples of resident’s medications were observed unlocked in in Resident’s bedroom. Clients’ MARS was reviewed. Fire extinguisher reviewed with a service date of: 8/19/24. Fire drill completed on 7/3/25. Clients' bedrooms were toured and reviewed. Cleaning chemicals were observed stored and locked in cabinet. Residents bedrooms observed to be adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lighting. All bathrooms are toured and observed to be operational. Hot water temperature was tested at a range of 105.6 to 117.6 degrees in 3 bathrooms. Outside of facility toured. Outside observed free of debris. Side gate was self-closing and self-latching. Outside was observed with adequate outdoor seatings available for clients. Freezer temperature observed at -10 degrees F and refrigerator temperature maintained at 40 degrees F. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were tested and observed to be operational. All clients’ files and staff’s files reviewed to have all the required documents. The following deficiency is being cited on the attached 809D in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. Exit Interview conducted. LPA is requesting the following documents be submitted to the Fresno CCL office by 7/31/25: Current copy of Administrator Certificate, Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC308), Administrator Organization LIC 309, Affidavit regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources LIC 400, Liability Insurance-RCFE, Emergency and Disaster Plan LIC 610E, Personnel Report LIC500, Register of Facility Clients/Residents for LIC9020A A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided to A1, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 17, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

Sep 30, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 9/30/2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) J. Leffall and M. Garza arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Required Annual Inspection. LPAs were greeted by Staff (S1) Kimberly Clark, stated the purpose of the visit. Administrator (A1) Carlos Santos arrived sometime later. LPA’s conducted tour of facility with S1. 5 Residents present during inspection tour. Upon facility entrance LPAs observed no chime alarm sound on front door. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair with no inside passageway obstructed or fire hazards. Fire extinguisher was observed with a service date of: 8/19/2024. Kitchen was toured. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed to be improperly stored in freezer and refrigerator. Refrigerator temperature was observed maintained at 40 degrees F. and freezer was observed maintained at 0 degrees F. LPAs observed improperly stored food with no dates. Knobs were observed accessible and exposed on top of stove. LPAs observed pantry area with adequate non-perishable foods for residents. Chemicals were observed accessible in 2 of 4 bathrooms and 1 of 5 resident bedrooms. Resident rooms toured and observed with required furnishings and lighting. LPAs observed securely fastened grab bars next to toilet and all tub/shower areas. LPAs observed restrooms with toilet paper/paper towel not on holders in bathrooms. 1 out of 4 bathrooms observed to not have a non-skid mat in shower. Water temperature measured at 107.2 degrees F in bathroom #1, and 110.8 degrees F in bathroom #2. Laundry room hallway observed to have small hole in the wall. 2 out of 5 client room carpets observed to be in need of cleaning and torn at doorway area. Backyard observed with self-latching gate for exit. 2 chairs on patio area observed blocking walkway. Water hose observed in the middle of walkway in backyard. Backyard observed to have no shade over outdoor table. A gate was observed broken that needs to be secured. CONT.... CONT..... LPAs completed a medication audit. Medications were stored in a locked medication room in a medication cabinet. MARs and medications were reviewed. Review of Centrally Stored Medication Record revealed R1’s medication log was incomplete. Based on record review, LPAs observed 1 out of 1 residents medication count was over the required amount. A sample of staff files reviewed. A sample of resident’s files were reviewed. 1 of 3 resident files reviewed, needed an updated LIC-602. The following documents are being requested and submitted to Fresno CCL by: 10/10/24. Forms requested: LIC 308, LIC 309 (if applicable), LIC 500, LIC 610D, LIC 9282, current Administrator certificate, and control of property. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided to Administrator, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report. LPAs observed missing Restrictive Health Conditions, and Hospice/End of Life training's. Deficiencies cited on attached 809D in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22,Division 6. An exit interview completed with Administrator, Carlos Santos. Report signed on-site; a copy of this report, deficiencies, TV’s and appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 30, 2024
Earlier years2021 to 2023 · 4 documents

20231 state visit · 2 documents

Oct 6, 2023Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff are not properly addressing pest infestation in facility

On 10/6/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Garza arrived at facility to deliver complaint findings. LPA met with Direct Care Staff, Alma Alcantara and Licensee, Delia Galvez explained reason for visit and was permitted entry into the facility. A health and safety check was completed for residents in care. Residents observed in rooms and in common areas. Tour of facility was completed inside and out. During the investigation LPA completed interviews with staff and resident(s) and reviewed documentation (physicians reports and pest control receipts). Records reviewed indicated the facility has pest control services. Althought the allegation may or may not have occurred it does not meet the preponderance of evidence standard per Title 22. The allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. Nothe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 6, 2023 · control 24-AS-20230517093734

The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Oct 6, 2023Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Facility staff does not serve nutritious meals.

On 10/6/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Garza arrived at facility to deliver complaint findings. LPA met with Direct Care Staff, Alma Alcantara and Licensee, Delia Galvez explained reason for visit and was permitted entry into the facility. A health and safety check was completed for residents in care. Residents observed in rooms and in common areas. Tour of facility was completed inside and out. During the investigation LPA completed interviews with staff and resident(s) and reviewed documentation (physicians reports, menus, grocery receipts). Records reviewed indicated the facility is making regular grocery purchases. The facility has menus for the residents, however, LPA observed soups and sandwiches are being served 5 of 7 days for most dinners. This does not meet the dietary nutirients for the daily allowances. The allegation above meet the preponderance of evidence standard per Title 22. The allegation is SUBSTANTIATED.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 6, 2023 · control 24-AS-20230517093734

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87555 · Plan of correction due date: Oct 18, 2023

87555 General Food Service Requirements(a) The total daily diet shall be of the quality and in the quantity necessary to meet the needs of the residents and shall meet the Recommended Dietary Allowances of the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Research Council. All food shall be selected, stored, prepared and served in a safe and healthful manner. This requirement was not met as evidence by LPA interviews and records review of residents menus showing residents being served soups/sandwiches 5 out of 7 days. This poses a potential health, safety and/or personal rights risk to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 6, 2023

Plan of correction: New menu will be generated. Licensee stated they will include residents in menu planning. Menus will be provided to CCL by POC date. Training will be completed with staff. In-service sign in sheets will be provided to CCL as proof of correction.

20221 state visit · 1 document

Aug 24, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 8/24/22, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an Annual Required Infection Control Inspection. LPA Medina introduced self and allowed entrance by met by Direct Care Staff. Administrator, Carlo Santos contacted by telephone and arrived a short time later to conduct facility inspection. COVID-19 guidelines are in place. Visitor log-in/temperature check was observed upon entry. Facility has one entrance/exit point through front door. All residents were present during facility inspection. Tour of the facility conducted with Administrator. Facility appeared cleaned with no obstruction or fire clearance issues. Hand sanitizer was readily available to residents and visitors. Resident bedrooms toured, all resident bedrooms are private and have adequate lighting and furnishings. LPA observed a 2-day supply of perishable and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 8/08/2022. Outside of facility toured. Pool is surrounded by a locked and secured fence and inaccessible to residents. Licensee to submit Administrator Certificate, LIC 500, LIC 610 and LIC 9020 to Fresno CCL office no later than 9/02/22. No deficiencies were observed. Exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 24, 2022

20211 state visit · 1 document

Sep 3, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On this date, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) D. Ayers arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Carlo Santos and announced the purpose of the visit. Administrator certificate was current with expiration date 10/31/2021. LPA toured the facility inside and outside. All passageways and exits were clear and free from obstruction. The carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were functioning properly. The facility was adequately furnished and at a comfortable temperature. LPA toured resident bedrooms and bathrooms. All bedrooms are adequately furnished and lit. Bathrooms have required secure grab bars and nonskid mats. LPA and Administrator reviewed infection control guidelines and best practices. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. LPA requested the following documents to be submitted: LIC 308, LIC 500, LIC 610E, LIC 9120, and proof of liability insurance to be submitted to CCLD by 9/17/2021. Exit interview was conducted. A copy of the report was provided via email.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 3, 2021

6 of 6 beds were occupied at the October 6, 2023 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.

License holder

De Residential Care, Inc., licensed since 2013.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2013, as the state’s facility page counts them
State visits on file
6
Total complaints
1
Substantiated allegations
1
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
1

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2013, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.

Compare with homes the same size
This homeTypical
Type A citations00
Type B citations10
Substantiated allegations10
Total complaints10

“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.

What the state’s words mean
Routine visita visit the state records as “Required” — a scheduled visit, not one made in answer to a complaintSubstantiatedthe 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 stand in their place.

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Frequently asked questions

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Joyful Living Rche

Is Joyful Living Rche licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

How many residents is Joyful Living Rche licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Has Joyful Living Rche been cited?

0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2013, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Joyful Living Rche still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 10, 2026.

What does Joyful Living Rche cost?

$3,600 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living, seen September 9, 2026.

Among 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Fresno that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $2,950 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 between September and October 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 Joyful Living Rche take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, October 1, 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 De Residential Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Fresno Surgical Hospital is 1.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Joyful Living Rche keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Joyful Living Rche license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “JOYFUL LIVING RCHE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #107206695. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • Licensed to De Residential Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2013, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2013, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation on file since 2013, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2013, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is July 21, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 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

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