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M&E Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Pinole, California

Licensed since 2021Licence #79201021
(510) 669-5015From the state roster · September 27, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,900 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,850–$7,300
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitFebruary 24, 2026CDSS inspection record

M&E Care is a small care home in Pinole — 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 2021. Dementia care is 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 M&E Care

Is M&E Care licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

How many residents is M&E Care licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Has M&E Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is M&E Care still open?

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

What does M&E Care cost?

$5,900 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,850–$7,300. 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 19 small homes and similar homes within 15 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 33 other homes of a similar licensed size across Contra Costa County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $5,825 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 33 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 M&E 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 M&E Care Corporation, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Richmond Campus is 4.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can M&E Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 3 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

M&E Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “M&E CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #79201021. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed to M&E Care Corporation, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2021, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 5 state inspection visits since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is February 24, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 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 4 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 3 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 2 residents

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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. 4 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 2 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BDRM #3 AND #5 FOR BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 3 RESIDENTS.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 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 27, 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

$5,900a month to start

Likely $4,850–$7,300

From 19 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$5,900a month

Likely $4,850–$7,450

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$5,900likely $4,850–$7,300

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 19 small homes and similar homes within 15 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 $4,850–$7,450
$5,900
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,600–$10,450
$7,900
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 19 small homes and similar homes within 15 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.

19 homes like this within 15 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,050–$7,000.

  • 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.
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Where it is

  • 461 Limerick Road, Pinole, CA 94564Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.

Since 2022, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2021. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated February 24, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
5
Most recent visit
February 24, 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 2021.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2026110202422020231102022110

The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20261 state visit · 1 document
Feb 24, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 02/24/2026 at 1:30PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Fowler conducted an unannounced 1-Year Required inspection. LPA met with Licensee, Mila Delos Santos and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for four (4) non-ambulatory and two (2) bedridden residents. The facility has no residents due to renovations. LPA toured the facility with the Licensee including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area, garage and backyard. The facility consists of five (5) total bedrooms. There are two (2) full bathrooms. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 71 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars. Hot water temperature in the shared clients’ bathroom was measured at 109.2 degrees Fahrenheit. There is a minimum of 7-day supply of non-perishable and 2-day of perishable foods. CONTINUE ON LIC809C CONTINUE FROM LIC809 Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 07/24/2025. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 02/22/2026. First aid kit was observed to be complete. LPAs requested the following documents to be submitted to CCLD by 03/06/2026. · Resident Roster · LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility · LIC 309 Administrative Organization · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan (9 pages) · Liability Insurance No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 24, 2026
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Nov 14, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 11/14/2024 at 10:15AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Fowler conducted an unannounced 1-Year Required inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Tess Bautista and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for four (4) non-ambulatory and two (2) bedridden residents. LPA toured the facility with Administrator including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area, garage and backyard. The facility consists of five (5) total bedrooms. There are two (2) full bathrooms. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 71 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars. Hot water temperature in the shared clients’ bathroom was measured at 111 degrees Fahrenheit. There is a minimum of 7-day supply of non-perishable and 2-day of perishable foods. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 07/24/2024. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 02/22/2024. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Two (2) staff records were reviewed, and all staff have criminal record clearance and holds a current first aid/CPR certificate. Three (3) Clients records were reviewed all complete. Exit interview conducted. A copy of appeal rights and this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 14, 2024
Jan 10, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 01/10/2024 at 9:30 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Carol Fowler and Tonica Syess-Gibson conducted an unannounced 1-Year Required inspection. LPAs met with Maria Delos Santos, Administrator, and explained the purpose of the visit. The Administrator currently holds a certificate (#6020874740) that expires on 10/14/2024. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for four (4) non-ambulatory and two (2) bedridden residents. LPAs toured the facility with Administrator including but not limited to bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, common area, garage and backyard. The facility consists of five (5) total bedrooms which one (1) bedroom is occupied by staff, and one (1) bathroom. No bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. LPAs observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 108.8 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathroom is equipped with grab bars and non-skid mat. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 03/27/2023. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 10/08/2022. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Facility did not have Staff files available for reviewed. Continued on LIC809C. Continued from LIC809. LPAs observed the following deficiencies: · At 11:40 am, LPAs observed Staff files not maintained at the facility. LPAs requested the following documents to be submitted to CCLD by 01/24/2024. · Resident Roster · LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility · LIC 309 Administrative Organization · LIC 500 Personnel Report · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan (9 pages) · Liability Insurance The deficiencies were observed (see LIC809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulation, Failure to submit proof of corrections (POC) by plan of correction due date and/or any repeat deficiencies within a 12-month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights providedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 10, 2024

The state marks this report as 4 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

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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