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- Care approvals on fileWheelchairState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,550 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,750–$5,650
- Home sizeLicensed for 4Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitFebruary 28, 2026CDSS inspection record
Keepsake Care is a small care home in Lancaster — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 4 residents since 2024. Dementia care, hospice care and bedridden care are not on file.
Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Keepsake Care
Is Keepsake Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Keepsake Care licensed for?
4 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Keepsake Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Keepsake Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Keepsake Care cost?
$4,550 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,750–$5,650. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes within 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 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Lancaster that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $4,250 a month, and the middle figure is $3,800 (n = 5 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does Keepsake Care take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Kdm Management LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Antelope Valley Medical Center is 5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Keepsake Care keep a resident on hospice?
Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”
Keepsake Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “KEEPSAKE CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #197610457. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed for 4 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed to Kdm Management LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 4 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 4 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 28, 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 by the state
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
- BedriddenNot on file · ask the home
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 RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FIRE CLEARANCE FOR FOUR(4) OF WHICH, TWO(2) MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. BEDROOM #1 CLEARED FOR NON-AMBULATORY.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
5 questions to ask the home — nothing on file yet
- 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?”
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver not on file
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation not on file
Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,550a month to start
Likely $3,750–$5,650
From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,550a month
Likely $3,750–$5,850
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
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$4,550likely $3,750–$5,650
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small 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 $3,750–$5,850
- $4,550
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,350–$8,950
- $6,550
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 9 small 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.
9 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$5,000.
- 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 9 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Sarah's Care HomeLancaster · 0.7 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Pink Coral Residence IIPalmdale · 6.3 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Antelope Valley ManorLancaster · 6.3 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- 1St Golden Senior Care HomePalmdale · 6.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Alexo ManorLancaster · 7.5 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Club Rancho ManorPalmdale · 7.9 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Beyond A HomeLancaster · 9.4 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- All Star CarePalmdale · 9.5 mi · Small home$4,525Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Caring Home CottageLancaster · 9.6 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 43528 32Nd St E, Lancaster, CA 93535Address 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 2023, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated February 28, 2026.
- On file since
- 2023
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- February 28, 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 — 4 of 4 documents
Feb 28, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 02/28/26026 at 10:15 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lorena Casillas met with Administrator Tejeira Daniels for an unannounced one (1) year required visit for this facility. LPA was greeted and granted access by Administrator. LPA explained the reason for the visit and an entrance interview was conducted. The facility is fire cleared for two (2) non-ambulatory residents and two (2) ambulatory residents for a total capacity of four (4). Currently there are no residents living in the facility as they are waiting to be vendorized by North Los Angeles Regional Center. Infection Control and Emergency Preparedness Plan: LPA reviewed facility Infection Control Plan and Emergency Preparedness Plan to make sure protocols are being reviewed and/or updated. Plans were discussed and updated. The tool kit was not used, as there are no residents in the facility yet. A tour of the physical plant was initiated at approximately 11:00 am and the following was observed: KITCHEN: LPA conducted a tour of the kitchen at 11:00 am and observed there to be sufficient stock of two-day perishable and seven-day non-perishable foods. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and inaccessible to pests. LPA observed all knives and sharp objects locked and inaccessible to residents in the staff office located in an area of the living room. The medications will be stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. BEDROOMS: There are three (3) bedrooms designated for resident use. Two (2) rooms are designated as private rooms. One (1) bedroom will be shared. The bedrooms have beds, nightstands, chairs, dressers, bedding and linen. All rooms had sufficient lighting. BATHROOMS: The facility has two (2) bathrooms. All bathrooms were observed to have the proper fixtures, and non-skid mats. The hot water delivered in the bathrooms measured 118.3˚F. COMMON AREAS: These included the living room and dining room areas, which were equipped with living room furniture, a television, tables, and chairs. The dining room table is large enough to accommodate up to four (4) residents. There is a fireplace with a glass barrier. No fireplace tools or fixtures are present. There were no visible immediate hazards. The smoke alarms are hard-wired inter-connected and are functional. The carbon monoxide detector is functional and installed by the entrance. The facility has one fire extinguisher that was fully charged on 01/06/2026. It is located in the common area near the entrance. LAUNDRY ROOM: The laundry room is locked and located adjacent to the kitchen. Cleaning detergents and supplies are locked and inaccessible. SURROUNDING GROUNDS: LPA toured the outside area of the facility and observed the driveway, passageways and entrance to the home to be clear of obstruction. The backyard of the facility has a patio and enough backyard furniture to accommodate four (4) residents. The facility backyard has sufficient yard space for outdoor activities and has a covered porch for shade. There are no swimming pools or bodies of water. GARAGE: LPA observed the garage to be attached to the facility and currently being used for extra storage. There are no additional refrigerators or freezers. ADMINISTRATIVE: Administrator Certificate, and Liability Insurance was emailed to LPA. Annual fees are current. RESIDENT & STAFF FILES: LPA did not conduct a file review as there are no residents or staff. No citations issued. Exit interviewed conducted and a copy of the report was provided to the Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 28, 2026
Dec 17, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lorena Casillas met with Administrator Tejeira Daniels for an unannounced one (1) year Required visit for this facility. LPA arrived at 9:30 am, there was no one in the facility. LPA called Administrator who stated that there were no residents yet, LPA explained the reason for the visit and Administrator stated that they would be arriving soon. Administrator arrived shortly after. The facility is fire cleared for two (2) non-ambulatory residents and two (2) ambulatory residents for a total capacity of four (4). There were no residents observed in the facility. The tool kit was not used, as there are no residents in the facility yet. A tour of the physical plant was initiated at approximately 10:30 am and the following was observed: KITCHEN: LPA conducted a tour of the kitchen at 10:40 am and observed there to be sufficient stock seven-day non-perishables foods, perishable foods will be purchased when residents are obtained. Frozen foods are properly wrapped and stored. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and inaccessible to pests. LPA observed all knives and sharp objects locked and inaccessible to residents in the staff office located in an area of the living room. The medications will be stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. BEDROOMS: There are three (3) bedrooms designated for resident use. Two (2) rooms are designated as private rooms. One (1) bedroom will be shared. The bedrooms have beds, nightstands, chairs, dressers, bedding and linen. All rooms had sufficient lighting. BATHROOMS: The facility has two (2) bathrooms. All bathrooms were observed to have the proper fixtures, and non-skid mats. The hot water delivered in the bathrooms measured 115.1 degrees F. Continued on LIC809-C COMMON AREAS: These included the living room and dining room areas, which were equipped with living room furniture, a television, tables, and chairs. The dining room table is large enough to accommodate up to four (4) residents. There is a fireplace with a glass barrier. No fireplace tools or fixtures present. There were no visible immediate hazards. The smoke alarms are hard wired and inter-connected and were tested at 10:50 am. The carbon monoxide detector is functional and installed in the entrance, also tested at 10:55 am. The facility has one fire extinguisher that was fully charged on 09/27/2023, LPA advised Administrator that although the fire extinguisher is full, it does need to be serviced or replaced. Administrator will send LPA proof of service as soon as possible. It is located by the dining room and living room area. LAUNDRY ROOM: The laundry room is locked and located adjacent to the kitchen. Cleaning detergents and supplies are locked and inaccessible. Physical environment: LPA toured the outside area of the facility at 11:00 am. The driveway, passageways and entrance to the home were clear of obstruction. The backyard of the facility has a patio and backyard furniture. The facility backyard has sufficient yard space to accommodate outdoor activities and has a covered porch for shade. There is no swimming pool or bodies of water. Garage: LPA observed the garage to be attached to the facility and currently being used for extra storage. There are no additional refrigerators or freezers. Administrative: Administrator Certificate, and Liability Insurance was emailed to LPA. Annual fees are current. Client & Staff Files: LPA did conducted a file review as there are no residents or staff. Medications: LPA did not review medications, as there are no residents. Staff/Resident Interviews: LPA did not interview staff or residents. No citations issued. Exit interviewed conducted and a copy of the report was provided to the Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 17, 2024
Jan 5, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 01/05/2024 at 10:00 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lorena Casillas conducted an announced Pre-Licensing Inspection with the Administrator Tejeira Daniels and Licensee Porscha Daniels. An application to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) was received by Community Care Licensing (CCL) on October 17, 2023. A fire clearance was approved on October 18, 2023, for two (2) non-ambulatory residents and two (2) ambulatory residents for a total capacity of four (4). The purpose of today’s visit is to inspect the facility to ensure that it maintains compliance under California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. The Component III presentation was conducted from 10:15 am until 10:58 am with Administrator and Licensee. A tour of the physical plant was initiated at approximately 11:00 am and the following was observed: KITCHEN: The facility has a Kitchen area that is equipped with a refrigerator, microwave oven and sink. There was an adequate supply of nonperishable food and dining ware to accommodate a maximum capacity of four (4). Knives will be locked in a cabinet in the office area. BEDROOMS: There are three (3) bedrooms designated for resident use. Two (2) rooms are designated to be private rooms. One (1) bedroom will be shared. Bedroom #1 has a direct exit and will be for Non-Ambulatory residents. The applicant furnished the resident bedrooms with beds, nightstand, chairs, dresser, bedding and linen. All rooms had sufficient lighting. BATHROOMS: The facility has two (2) bathrooms. All bathrooms were observed to have the proper fixtures, and non-skid mats. The hot water delivered in the bathrooms measured 114 degrees F. Continued on 809-C COMMON AREAS: These included the living room and dining room areas, which were equipped with living room furniture, a television, tables, and chairs. The dining room table is large enough to accommodate up to four (4) residents. There is a fireplace with a glass barrier. No fireplace tools or fixtures present. There were no visible immediate hazards. The smoke alarms are hard wired and inter-connected. The carbon monoxide detector is functional and installed in the entrance. The facility has one fire extinguisher that was fully charged on 09/27/2023. It is located by the dining room and living room area. LAUNDRY ROOM: The laundry room is located adjacent to the kitchen. Cleaning detergents and supplies are locked in a cabinet in the living room area. MEDICATIONS: Medications will be stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. STAFF/RESIDENT RECORDS: Staff and resident records will be stored in a locked cabinet, located in the living room. The applicant was advised to ensure that resident and staff records will be accessible to the licensing agency upon request or during inspection. Facility will have awake staff. SURROUNDING GROUNDS: The driveway, passageways and entrance to the home was clear of obstruction. The backyard of the facility has a patio and backyard furniture. The facility backyard has sufficient yard space to accommodate outdoor activities. There is no swimming pool or bodies of water. Exit Interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was given to applicant.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 5, 2024
Oct 30, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: Tejeira Daniels (Corporate Board Member & Administrator) Interview Method: Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams On October 30, 2023, 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 30, 2023
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?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Los Angeles County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Sarah's Care Home
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$5,000 a month to start · Listed by the home
Ash Enterprises
Lancaster · Small home · 1.8 mi away
$4,700 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Av RCFE, Oldfield
Lancaster · Small home · 2.6 mi away
$4,850 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Diana's Marian Res. Care Facility 1
Lancaster · Small home · 2.7 mi away
$4,300 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Joe-Sephine Residential Care Fac. for the Elderly
Lancaster · Small home · 2.7 mi away
$4,450 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Ana Residential Care
Lancaster · Small home · 2.7 mi away
$4,100 a month to start · Covelight estimate