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Our House - Westgate

Small home·Licensed for 6·Madera, California

Licensed since 2024Licence #207209367
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,400 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,600–$5,450
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitDecember 3, 2025CDSS inspection record

Our House - Westgate is a small care home in Madera — 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 2024. Dementia 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 Our House - Westgate

Is Our House - Westgate licensed?

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

How many residents is Our House - Westgate licensed for?

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

Has Our House - Westgate 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 Our House - Westgate still open?

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

What does Our House - Westgate cost?

$4,400 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,600–$5,450. 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 and similar homes within 35 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.

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 Our House - Westgate 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 Our House Residential Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Can Our House - Westgate 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.

Our House - Westgate license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “OUR HOUSE - WESTGATE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #207209367. 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 Our House Residential Care, Inc., 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 December 3, 2025, 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 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 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 6 NON-AMBULATORY. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR (2).

935 - ELDERLY

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

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

$4,400a month to start

Likely $3,600–$5,450

From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,400a month

Likely $3,600–$5,650

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$4,400likely $3,600–$5,450

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar homes within 35 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–$5,650
$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.
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 9 small homes and similar homes within 35 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 35 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,000–$5,600.

  • 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

Where it is

  • 2816 Westagte Drive, Madera, CA 93637Address 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 2024, 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 December 3, 2025.

On file since
2024
State visits
4
Most recent visit
December 3, 2025

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
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20252202024220

The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents

20252 state visits · 2 documents
Dec 3, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 12/3/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) B. Miranda arrived at the facility unannounced. Staff greeted LPA and allowed entrance into the facility. Administrator Noemi Gallo Anaya was contacted and arrived shortly after. Facility is licensed for a capacity of 6 with a current census of 6. Residents share rooms and were on their way to day program when LPA arrived. LPA observed the facility to be clean, clutter free, and odor free. All exits are clear and free from obstruction. LPA observed water temperature to read at 112.2 degrees Fahrenheit in the kitchen and 105 degrees Fahrenheit in the common bathroom. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on August 15, 2025 and still holds charge. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are in working order. LPA reviewed resident and staff files. Sample of staff files were reviewed and are current. Resident's have physician reports but required information is missing. Licensee will correct and provide updated physician reports the Department by POC due date. LPA reviewed medications and did not find any errors. Centrally stored log was not properly completed. Licensee will correct and provided corrected logs to the Department by the POC due date. LPA observed medications, knives, and chemicals to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. LPA observe residents rooms to be properly furnished with adequate lighting. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report LIC809, LIC809D, and appeal rights were provided to Noemi Gallo Anaya.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 3, 2025
Mar 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Incident

On March 13, 2025 Licensing Program Analyst Rachel Bruce arrived to conduct an unannounced Case Management visit. LPA arrived, introduced self, stated purpose of visit, and allowed entrance into facility by Program Manager, Corina Garcia. Administrator(AD), Noemi Gallo was called and arrived shortly thereafter to meet with LPA On January 18, 2025 CCL received an incident report noting that R1 had undone the seat belt of her wheelchair and fell. LPA discussed the incident with AD and ascertained that the resident's medical file contained documentation that the doctor ordered a wheelchair with a seat belt. The family was aware as well as the resident. Staff monitors the resident but in the situation above the resident chose not to wait for assistance in getting a cup of coffee and ultimately had a fall as a result. No citations issued at today's visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 13, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Aug 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 8/23/2024 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) B. Miranda & M. Vega arrived at the facility announced to conduct a Pre-Licensing visit. LPAs met with Administrator Dana Lennemann, Celeste Fisher, Noemi Gallo. LPAs toured the facility inside and out including entry, kitchen, dining, living room, bedrooms, bathrooms, and exterior. LPAs observed the facility to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, and odor free. Facility is free of debris, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed. Common areas were properly furnished and well-lit throughout. Emergency phone numbers are listed. Trash cans have proper tight fitting covers, non-slip mats, and grab bars in the bathrooms. Facility capacity is 6, with a current census of 6. Facility has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Resident’s share bedrooms. Fire extinguishers have been services as of 5/31/2024 and are in good standing with charge. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are in working condition. Water temperature was checked in common bathroom and read at 107.2 degree Fahrenheit. Fire inspection was previously cleared for 6 Non-Ambulatory. LPAs observed no deficiencies at this time. Component III was also conducted and completed. Exit interview was conducted. Pre-licensing requirements were met. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator. Report signed on-site by Administrator and printed copy was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 23, 2024
Mar 13, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 6 ICF clients Interview Method: Telephone interview On 3/13/2024, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant / administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant / 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, Mar 13, 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.

Life here

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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.

  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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