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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,400 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,600–$5,400
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitAugust 5, 2026CDSS inspection record
Optimum Care Home is a small care home in San Leandro — 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. Bedridden 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 Optimum Care Home
Is Optimum Care Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Optimum Care Home licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Optimum Care Home been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is Optimum Care Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Optimum Care Home cost?
$4,400 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,600–$5,400. 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 10 small homes and similar 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 34 other homes of a similar licensed size across Alameda County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $5,735 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 34 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 Optimum 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 Optimum Therapies Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
San Leandro Hospital is 0.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Optimum 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 13, 2026.
Optimum Care Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “OPTIMUM CARE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #19201551. 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 Optimum Therapies Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
- 3 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 5, 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 · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
- 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 FOR SIX(6) NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS. NO RESIDENTS ON SECOND FLOOR. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR TWO(2).
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 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 13, 2026
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”
State licensing record · September 13, 2026
3 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?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,400a month to start
Likely $3,600–$5,400
From 10 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,400a month
Likely $3,600–$5,600
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Starting monthly rate$4,400likely $3,600–$5,400
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar 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 $3,600–$5,600
- $4,400
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,200–$8,750
- $6,400
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 10 small homes and similar 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.
10 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,700–$5,650.
- 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 10 nearby homes behind this estimate
- St. Anthony's Residential Care HomeSan Leandro · 1.0 mi · Small home$3,700Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- D'Nalor Care HomesOakland · 1.3 mi · Small home$4,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Andre Alexis Guest HomeSan Leandro · 1.7 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Leslie Care Home IISan Leandro · 1.7 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Andrew Elijah's Guest Home IISan Leandro · 2.2 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Blossom Garden Senior HomeHayward · 4.0 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Blessing HomeCastro Valley · 4.1 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Welcome Home - Castro ValleyCastro Valley · 4.2 mi · Mid-size home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Montgomery Springs ManorHayward · 4.4 mi · Mid-size home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Willow Creek Alzheimer's & Dementia Care CenterCastro Valley · 4.8 mi · Mid-size home$7,395Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 733 Dolores Avenue, San Leandro, CA 94577Address 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 2025, the state has filed 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated August 5, 2026.
- On file since
- 2025
- State visits
- 3
- Most recent visit
- August 5, 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.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents
Aug 5, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 8/5/2026 at 1:20 pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Y. Brown conducted an unannounced annual 1-year required inspection. LPA met with Administrator Jane Lao and explained the purpose of the visit. The administrator currently holds a certificate (#6076077740) that expires on 3/12/2027. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for six (6) residents, six (6) may be non-ambulatory. LPA toured the facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area, and back yard. All indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature for residents is maintained at 73 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. Hot water temperature in the residents shared bathroom was measured at 115.1 degrees Fahrenheit. All toilets, hand washing, and bathing are safe, sanitary and in operating condition. The supply of extra hygiene was available for residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide combination were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last purchased on 6/17/2026. First aid kit was observed to be complete. LPA reviewed three (3) staff and five (5) resident records. Emergency disaster plan was last reviewed on 5/3/2026. LPA reviewed a sample of medication. Continued on LIC809C. Continued from LIC809. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL by 08/12/2026: LIC610D: Emergency disaster plan LIC500: Personnel Record Liability Insurance The following deficiency was observed: At 2:30 pm, LPA observed that 4 out of 5 residents did not have a pre-admission appraisal completed. Deficiency is cited per Title 22 California Code of Regulations and listed on LIC809D. Failure to submit proof of corrections (POC) by plan of correction due date and/or any repeat deficiency within a 12-month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted with Jane. A copy of the appeal rights and this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 5, 2026
Aug 19, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 8/19/2025 , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Y. Brown arrived unannounced to conduct a pre-licensing inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Jane Lao and Licensee Abraham Cuta and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility currently has 0 residents. LPA toured facility with Administrator Jane Lao and Licensee Abraham Cuta including but not limited to 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, common areas and backyard. The facility consists of four (4) total bedrooms which three (3) bedrooms are occupied by the residents and one (1) bedroom is occupied by staff. Bedrooms and living rooms were equipped with the proper furniture. Bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. Linens and hygiene supplies were observed inside a cabinet. There is sufficient lighting throughout facility. Room temperature was maintained at 69 degrees F and hot water temperature was maintained at 120 degrees F. First-aid kit was observed to be complete. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operational. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 6/12/2025. No issues noted during inspection. LPA observed that facility is ready to be licensed. This report will be submitted to the Central Applications Unit (CAU) and a final review of the application will be conducted. This facility is not yet licensed, and is subject to final approval by CAU. Additional requirements may still be required. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 19, 2025
Aug 19, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
On 8/19/2025 at 10:00 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Y. Brown arrived unannounced to conduct a Case Management COMP III visit. LPA met with Administrator, Jane Lao and Abraham Cuta, Licensee and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA presented Component III Power Point during visit and discussed the regulations embodied in the Power Point. LPA observed that the participant gained knowledge about running and maintaining the facility following regulations. A license has not yet been granted to this facility. Licensure is subject to final review and approval by the Centralized Applications Unit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 19, 2025
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 Alameda County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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$3,250 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Heritage Haven
San Leandro · Mid-size home · 0.4 mi away
$3,500 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Assisted livingSan Leandro Senior Living
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$3,750 a month to start · Listed by the home
Rosemont Gardens
San Leandro · Mid-size home · 0.8 mi away
$4,000 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Carlton Plaza of San Leandro
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$3,995 a month to start · Listed by the home
Marymount Villa Retirement Center
San Leandro · Large community · 0.8 mi away
$3,700 a month to start · Listed by the home