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Olive City Care Home
Small home·Licensed for 6·Corning, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Typical starting rate$5,000 a monthTypical in California · likely $3,000–$7,000
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMarch 17, 2026CDSS inspection record
Olive City Care Home is a small care home in Corning — 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 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 Olive City Care Home
Is Olive City Care Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Olive City Care Home licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Olive City Care Home been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Olive City Care Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Olive City Care Home cost?
$5,000 a month to start is typical in California, likely $3,000–$7,000. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for small care homes in California (compiled June 2026). This home’s own rate is not on file.
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 Olive City Care Home 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 Mendros, Marites, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Can Olive City Care Home 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.
Olive City Care Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “OLIVE CITY CARE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #525002771. 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 Mendros, Marites, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2021, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 6 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 6 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 March 17, 2026, 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-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- 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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR 6 NON-AMBULATORY. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 2.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- 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
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?”
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.
Diabetes care
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Incontinence care
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
What it costs here
Typical starting rate
$5,000a month to start
Likely $3,000–$7,000
Covelight’s researched range for California · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,000a month
Likely $3,000–$7,100
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$5,000likely $3,000–$7,000
Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for small care homes in California (compiled June 2026). 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 $3,000–$7,100
- $5,000
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,150–$9,900
- $7,000
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 worksWhy this is a county figure
Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for small care homes in California (compiled June 2026). This home’s own rate is not on file.
- 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 4 nearby homes that publish a rate
- Westhaven Assisted LivingOrland · 13 mi · Mid-size home$3,395Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Townsend HouseChico · 20 mi · Mid-size home$3,750Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- Sunshine Assisted Living - The HouseParadise · 33 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Sunshine Assisted Living - The CottageParadise · 33 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 423 Walnut Street, Corning, CA 96021Address 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 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2021. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 17, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- March 17, 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
The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents
Mar 17, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On March 17, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kayla Adkison, arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Marites Mendros, Administrator, and explained the purpose of the visit. During the inspection, there were 7 residents and 2 staff providing direct care. LPA observed residents eating, watching television, and participating in bible study/music. LPA and Administrator toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to: common areas, eight (8) resident bedrooms, three (3) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas, and backyard. All areas observed were found to be clean and in good repair. All walkways were clear of obstructions. LPA observed each bedroom to have the required furnishings and working lights. Each resident bedroom has an exterior door to the backyard which are alarmed. LPA observed the facility to be at a comfortable temperature. There were various activities available for client recreation including games, cards, movies, and books. Facility has a 2-day perishable and a 7-day non-perishable amount of food. LPA observed all medications, sharps, and cleaning supplies to be locked away and inaccessible to clients in care. LPA reviewed Medication Administration Records (MARs) and found them to be current and accurate. LPA observed (2) two fire extinguishers which were last inspected in January 2026. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were observed and found to be in working condition. The facility is conducting emergency disaster drills with the last drill being documented in January 2026. LPA observed a complete first aid kit ready for use. Continued on LIC 809-C In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. LPA reviewed a total of five (5) resident files and two (2) staff files. One (1) of two (2) staff files did not have record of a medical assessment. Two (2) of two (2) staff files had no record of a negative tuberculosis test. All staff are fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility. Administrator certificate is current. Deficiencies are being cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and are recorded on the attached LIC 809-D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and and Appeal Rights were provided to Administrator, Marites Mendros, via email.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 17, 2026
The state marks this report as 7 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 5. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Feb 18, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
02/18/2025 12:30 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rebecca Knight arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year inspection. LPA met with Marites Mendros Administrator(7020141740 exp.09/18/2025) and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA and the administrator toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to eight (8) resident rooms, common areas, six (6) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and back yard. Staff and resident files were reviewed. Medications were also reviewed. Medication is locked in a locked office. The common area, kitchen, and bathrooms were clean and in good repair. Food appears to be stored and prepared properly. Facility has required (7) seven-day non-perishable and (2) day perishable supply of food. All bedrooms had required furniture, bedding, and lighting. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature. First aid kit fully stocked and ready for emergency use. Fire extinguisher fully charged. Smoke detectors are all operational. All employees requiring background checks are cleared. There are no pools/bodies of water are on the premises. The last emergency evacuation drill was conducted in October 2024 which was a fire drill. Continued on LIC809-C LPA requested administrator submit the following documents to the Chico office: Copy of current administrator certificate, LIC402 surety bond, current liability insurance, LIC500 Personnel report. The following deficiencies were observed (See LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. LPA observed Clorox wipes and spray air freshener accessible to residents in one bathroom. LPA observed multi-purpose spray cleaner in kitchen accessible to residents. LPA observed warn paint and wood areas in the decking and ramps located on the north, south, and east sides of the facility. LPA observed a section of fence missing from the west side of the facility. LPA observed the following discarded items that need to be removed from the premises: dryer, hoyer lift. LPA observed that two of four staff files were missing current first aid training certificates. LPA observed that 1 of 4 resident files is missing a physicians report and TB clearance. Exit interview conducted and copy of report and appeal rights were provided to administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 18, 2025
Mar 7, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
03/07/2024 10:00 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sarah Benson arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year inspection. LPA met with Marites Mendros Administrator (cert 6053329740 exp.09-18-23) and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Benson and administrator toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to eight (8) resident rooms, common areas, six (6) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and back yard. Staff and resident files were reviewed. Medications were also reviewed. Medication is locked in a locked closet. The common area was clean and in good repair. All bedrooms had required furniture, bedding, and lighting. The bathrooms were clean and in good repair. The kitchen was clean and in good repair. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. Food appears to be stored and prepared properly. Facility has required (7) seven-day non-perishable and (2) day perishable supply of food. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature. First aid kit fully stocked and ready for emergency use. Fire extinguisher fully charged. Smoke detectors are all operational. Hot water temperature measured within required Title 22 regulations of 105 degrees F and 120 degrees F. All employees requiring background checks are cleared. There is a schedule of activities Planned for the clients. All required postings are displayed within the facility. No pools/bodies of water are on the premises. No firearms are on premises. The last disaster drill was conducted and documented on 1-1-24, the facility has been conducting drills every 3 months. The following deficiencies were observed (See LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted and copy of report and appeal rights were provided to administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 7, 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
Private bathroom
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Outdoor spaceOutdoor Common Areas
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Room typesStudio
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Common areasIndoor Common Areas
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Roll-in / accessible shower
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
AmenitiesBeautician
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Bath tubs
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Meals, preferences & familiar food
Meals provided
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Vegetarian or vegan optionsVegetarian
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Activities & the rhythm of a day
Activity types offeredActivities On-site
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Trips outside the home
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Religious services off site
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Faith, culture & language
Religious observance supportedChristian Services
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Languages spoken by caregiversArabic
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Visiting & staying involved
Transportation costs extraReported no
Reported on aplaceformom.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?
- 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?
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