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Legends Residential Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Bakersfield, California

Licensed since 2018Licence #157208844
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,200 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,450–$5,200
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit6 of 6 beds occupiedNovember 18, 2021 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJuly 29, 2026CDSS inspection record

Legends Residential Care is a small care home in Bakersfield — 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 2018. Dementia care is 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 Legends Residential Care

Is Legends Residential Care licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

How many residents is Legends Residential Care licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has Legends Residential Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Legends Residential Care still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.

What does Legends Residential Care cost?

$4,200 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,450–$5,200. 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 17 other homes of a similar licensed size in Bakersfield that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $4,050 a month, and the middle figure is $3,500 (n = 17 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 Legends Residential 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 Liza A. Pinono, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Mercy Southwest Hospital is 3.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Legends Residential Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 3 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Legends Residential Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “LEGENDS RESIDENTIAL CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #157208844. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed to Liza A. Pinono, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is July 29, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 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

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

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 5 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 3 residents
  • BedriddenApproved by the state

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 FOR 5 NON-AMBULATORY & 1 BEDRIDDEN; APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 3 RESIDENTS.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 3 — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

4 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?”

  • 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

$4,200a month to start

Likely $3,450–$5,200

From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,200a month

Likely $3,450–$5,400

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
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$4,200likely $3,450–$5,200

    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.

  • 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 $3,450–$5,400
$4,200
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,050–$8,550
$6,200
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.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
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 $3,500–$5,350.

  • 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

Where it is

  • 9402 Kingsmill Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93312Address 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 2021, the state has filed 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2018. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 29, 2026.

On file since
2021
State visits
6
Most recent visit
July 29, 2026
Occupied · November 18, 2021 visit
6 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated November 18, 2021. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unfounded” (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 2018.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202611020251102024110202311020221102021110

The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Jul 29, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 6/09/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an unannounced Annual Required inspection. LPA Medina was allowed entrance by Direct Care Staff. Licensee/Administrator Liza Pinono contacted by telephone and arrived a short time later to conduct visit. Facility currently has five (5) residents in care. All residents were present at time of inspection. Facility observed to be a comfortable temperature and have adequate lighting throughout. Facility tour began in resident bedrooms, all bedrooms observed to have required accommodations. Resident bathrooms observed to be clean, and fixtures observed operational. LPA observed shower/tub to have shower chairs, grab bars and slip-resistant mats available. LPA observed water temperature at 108 degrees F at time of inspection. Dining room and living room have adequate seating available for all residents in care. Kitchen toured, LPA observed facility to have a 2-day supply of perishable food and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available for residents. Food observed to be properly stored and labeled. Medications observed to be locked and secured. Medication observed to have original labels and to be administered as prescribed. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors observed to be operational at time of visit. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 12/29/25. All cleaning supplies observed to be locked and secured in laundry room. Staff and resident files reviewed. All facility staff who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record index clearance or exemptions. Outside area toured. All exits open free of obstruction. There is seating and large shade umbrella available for residents. Fire exit observed to be self latching and unobstructed at time of inspection. No deficiencies cited during annual inspection. Exit interview conducted with Licensee/Administrator and a copy of report provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 29, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Jun 9, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 6/09/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an unannounced Annual Required inspection. LPA Medina was allowed entrance by Direct Care Staff. Licensee/Administrator Liza Pinono contacted by telephone and arrived a short time later to conduct visit. Currently, six (6) residents in care. All residents were present at time of inspection. Facility tour began in resident bedrooms, all bedrooms observed to have required accommodations. LPA observed the closet in master bedroom (Room #4) to have a bed with linen as well as other mattresses being stored, there were no personal belongings of residents in closet. In Bedroom 3 (Room #3), resident 1 (R1) and Bedroom 2 (Room#2) resident 2 (R2) both observed to have half bed rails. Residents bathrooms observed to be clean, and fixtures observed operational. LPA observed base board in hallway bathroom to be in need of repair and/or replacement. Bath/tub are have skid resistant mats, shower chairs, and grab bars. Hot water tested in both bathrooms with a water temperature of 111 degrees F. Dining room and living room have adequate seating and lighting for all residents in care. Kitchen toured, LPA observed adequate food supply for the residents in care. Medications observed to be locked and secured. Medication observed to have original labels and to be administered as prescribed. Smoke Alarms and carbon monoxide detectors observed to be operational at time of visit. Fire extinguisher has a service date of 12/9/24. All cleaning supplies observed to be locked in secured in laundry room, garage and under kitchen sink. Staff and resident files reviewed. All facility staff who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record index clearance or exemptions. Outside area toured. Exit door from kitchen has a security door in place which was observed to be rusted and in need of painting or replacement. LPA observed designated fire exit gate from backyard to front yard to be locked making fire exit inaccessible. Licensee/Administrator to submit current copy of Liability insurance, LIC 500, LIC 610E, and LIC 9020 to Fresno Regional Office no later than Friday, June 27, 2025. All deficiencies observed are being cited on the attached 809-D. Immediate Civil Penalty Assessed. Exit interview conducted with Licensee/Administrator, Liza Pinono. A plan of correction was developed by Licensee and discussed with LPA. A copy of this report and appeal rights were provided to Licensee for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 9, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jun 17, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 6/17/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection. LPA arrived, introduced self, stated purpose of visit and allowed entrance by Direct Care Staff. Liza Pinono, Administrator contacted by telephone and arrived a short time later to conduct facility inspection with LPA. Currently, six (6) residents in care. Resident observed to be relaxing in the living room area and having snack at start of inspection. Facility toured with Administrator both inside and outside. Inside of facility observed to be at a comfortable temperature, sufficient lighting, clean and odor free. All common areas in facility observed to have adequate seating for all residents in care. Kitchen toured. All sharps observed to be locked and secured in kitchen drawer. Facility observed to have a 2-day supply of perishable food and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available. Resident bedrooms toured, LPA observed bedrooms to have required accommodations for residents. Resident bathrooms toured, bathrooms equipped with grab bars, shower area observed to have non-skid mats, and shower chair. Water temperature measured at 111 degrees F. Facility equipped with pull station. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors observed operational during inspection. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 12/18/2023. Last fire drill conducted on 3/30/24. Staff and resident files reviewed. Outside of facility toured, exits open free of obstruction. No hazards observed. Exit interview conducted. No deficiencies cited during inspection.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 17, 2024
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe 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 and the questions below stand in their place.

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  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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