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Joystar Assisted Living
Small home·Licensed for 5·Rancho Cucamonga, California
- Care approvals on fileDementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,700 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,850–$5,800
- Home sizeLicensed for 5Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitNovember 20, 2025CDSS inspection record
Joystar Assisted Living is a small care home in Rancho Cucamonga — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 5 residents since 2024. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care and bedridden care are not on file.
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 Joystar Assisted Living
Is Joystar Assisted Living licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Joystar Assisted Living licensed for?
5 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Joystar Assisted Living been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.
Is Joystar Assisted Living still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Joystar Assisted Living cost?
$4,700 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,850–$5,800. 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 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 9 other homes of a similar licensed size in Rancho Cucamonga that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,375 to $5,425 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 9 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 Joystar Assisted Living 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 Joystar Assisted Living LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kindred Hospital Rancho is 1.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Joystar Assisted Living keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Joystar Assisted Living license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “JOYSTAR ASSISTED LIVING LLC”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #365530273. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 5 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Joystar Assisted Living LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 3 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 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 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is November 20, 2025, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
- BedriddenNot on file · ask the home
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
APPROVED FOR; AGES 60+; 5 TOTAL BED CAPACITY (5 NON-AMB). WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR 2
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Medicines
Level of medication service: reminders only
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
caring.com · 2026-09-09
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — 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
2 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?”
Care & day-to-day support
These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.
Works with hospice
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Level of medication serviceReminders only
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Diabetic / carbohydrate-controlled diet
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Renal diet
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Low-sodium or cardiac diet available
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,700a month to start
Likely $3,850–$5,800
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,700a month
Likely $3,850–$5,800
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$4,700likely $3,850–$5,800
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 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.
Help with daily careIncludedper the home
The home lists its rent as all-inclusive on Caring.com, seen September 9, 2026. Ask which care needs would change the monthly rate.
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 $3,850–$5,800
- $4,700
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,500–$9,000
- $6,700
Costs & moving in
How care costs are added to the rentAll inclusive
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Payment methodsCredit card · Check
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
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 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.
8 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,200–$5,500.
- 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 8 nearby homes behind this estimate
- The Royal Paradise Senior LivingRancho Cucamonga · 1.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Carnation's HomeOntario · 2.1 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Early Bird Care Home 3Rancho Cucamonga · 2.8 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Summer Dreams Assisted LivingRancho Cucamonga · 3.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Agate Home CareRancho Cucamonga · 3.4 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Hills of HamiltonRancho Cucamonga · 3.6 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Mountain Crest Senior Home CareRancho Cucamonga · 4.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Divine Manor CareRancho Cucamonga · 4.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 7449 Center Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730Address 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 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 November 20, 2025.
- On file since
- 2024
- State visits
- 3
- Most recent visit
- November 20, 2025
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
Nov 20, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Javier Prieto made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection LPA met with Jiaqi Li, Administrator, and was granted entry to the facility. At the time of the visit there was three (3) staff present, and two (2) resident present. The facility is a four (4) bedroom, two (2), bathroom home, with a kitchen/dining area, living room, and attached garage. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE) Licensed capacity is (5) current census (2). LPA was accompanied by Facility 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 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, 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 temperatures in the bathrooms to be at 113.1 degrees F The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. 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 designated storage 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. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All staff members working in the facility have criminal record clearance through the department. Record Review: LPA reviewed two (2) resident file for admission agreement, updated physician report, and needs and services plans. LPA also reviewed one (1) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, training, and health screenings. Medications were audited at random and appeared to be dispensed appropriately by staff members. 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 Jiaqi Li, Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 20, 2025
Oct 24, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 10/24/2024 at 1:35 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Eldin Serrano conducted an announced visit to the facility for purpose of Prelicensing evaluation. LPA met with Applicant Jiaqi Li. An initial application to operate a Residential Care for the Elderly facility (RCFE) was submitted to the Central Applications Bureau (CAB) on 06/22/2024 for a total capacity of five (5) of which five (5) can be nonambulatory. Fire clearance was granted on 09/25/2024 for five (5) non-ambulatory residents. LPA Serrano observed the following: Structure: Facility was a one (1) story house with four (4) resident bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, living room, dining area/kitchen and laundry. There was an attached two (2) car garage in the left side of the house. Heating/Cooling System: Central heating and air conditioning system installed with one (1) central panel located in the hallway to control entire house. Bedrooms: Each resident bedrooms accommodate any nonambulatory residents. All resident bedrooms were adequately furnished with bed, chair, closet, appropriate linens, adequate lighting, nightstands, a lamp and an operable smoke/carbon monoxide alarm. Bathrooms: The two (2) resident/staff bathrooms have a working toilet, wash basin, grab bars, non-slip mat and shower with an adequate supply of toilet paper and soap. LPA Serrano tested the water temperatures in the residents' bathrooms. ***CONTINUED ON LIC 809-C*** ***CONTINUED FROM LIC 809*** LPA Serrano verified water temperature was measured at 113.3 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen/Laundry: An adequate supply of dishes, glasses, utensils, pots, and pans were observed. Knives/sharp instruments were secured in a locked closet by the kitchen. There was adequate room for food storage. LPA Serrano observed the stove to be operational. Refrigerator/freezer were in working condition. There is sufficient storage for perishable food. There was adequate seating for meals for all clients. Laundry room with washer and dryer was in the laundry room. Laundry detergents and cleaning supplies were observed in a locked cabinet. Garage door is locked away from residents. Living Room: There was a living/family room with adequate seating for all clients and a working TV. Linens and Hygiene Supplies: An adequate supply of linens was stored in a cabinet in the hallway of the residence. Yards/Outside: Patio furniture for outdoor seating observed. Self-latching handle gate on left side of the house that leads into the backyard. All outdoor pathways were free of obstructions. Emergency Phone Numbers, and Exit Plan: Facility sketch was observed posted near the main entrance. There was Let-Us-No poster. Dementia Care Plan: LPA Serrano observed and reviewed the Dementia Care Plan during the visit. General items: One (1) fire extinguisher was charged and located in the kitchen. Five (5) combined smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and were observed to be in working order. Resident records and staff records will be stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. First Aid kit with required components, First Aid Book and locked area for medication storage was observed. LPA observed a facility phone and was operational as ***CONTINUED ON LIC 809-C*** ***CONTINUED FROM LIC 809*** evidenced by LPAs dialing the number. The phone number designated for the facility is (909) 870-6352. There is enough Emergency water supply and the required 72-hour emergency food supply for residents and staffs available at the facility. Component III was completed on this day as well. Additionally, LPA Serrano observed facility having Visitor Sign In/Sign Out Sheet and Client Sign In/Sign Out Sheet, upon entering facility. The facility was evaluated in accordance with the California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 22, Division 6, Chapters 1 and 6 to ensure the health and safety of clients in care. Facility appears to be ready for licensure. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report, LIC809 was discussed and provided to Applicant Jiaqi Li.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 24, 2024
Oct 3, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: INITIAL Capacity: 5 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: Jiaqi Li, administrator Interview Method: Telephone interview On 10-3-2024, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 3, 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.
Find a detail about life at this home.
Rooms & the spaces they will use
Room typesPrivate Rooms; Shared Rooms
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Outdoor spaceGarden
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Wifi in resident rooms
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
LaundryDone by staff
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Visitor parking
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Housekeeping
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Meals, preferences & familiar food
Vegetarian or vegan optionsVegetarian
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Kosher foodKosher style
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Faith, culture & language
Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish · Chinese
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Pets, routines & independence
Residents may bring a petReported no
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
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?
- Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?
- 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 San Bernardino County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
The Royal Paradise Senior Living
Rancho Cucamonga · Small home · 1.7 mi away
$4,500 a month to start · Listed by the home
Summer Breeze Care Home
Rancho Cucamonga · Small home · 2.0 mi away
$4,900 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Carnation's Home
Ontario · Small home · 2.1 mi away
$5,000 a month to start · Listed by the home
Cadence at Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga · Large community · 2.4 mi away
$4,945 a month to start · Listed by the home
Paradise Springs for the Elderly 2
Rancho Cucamonga · Small home · 2.6 mi away
$5,000 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Early Bird Care Home 3
Rancho Cucamonga · Small home · 2.8 mi away
$5,500 a month to start · Listed by the home