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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$7,200 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $5,900–$8,850
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJanuary 30, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderPasadena Assisted Living Inc.Since date not on file · 2 licensed homes
Pasadena Assisted Living is a small care home in Pasadena — 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 Pasadena Assisted Living
Is Pasadena Assisted Living licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Pasadena Assisted Living licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Pasadena Assisted Living been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is Pasadena Assisted Living still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Pasadena Assisted Living cost?
$7,200 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $5,900–$8,850. 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 12 small homes and similar homes within 3 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 12 other homes of a similar licensed size in Pasadena that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $6,000 to $8,000 a month, and the middle figure is $7,750 (n = 12 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 Pasadena Assisted Living 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 Pasadena Assisted Living Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Pasadena Assisted Living Inc. — at least 2 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
USC Arcadia Hospital is 1.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Pasadena Assisted Living keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Pasadena Assisted Living license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “PASADENA ASSISTED LIVING INC.”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #198603961. 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 Pasadena Assisted Living 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?”
- 2 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 January 30, 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 6 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 SIX.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — 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
$7,200a month to start
Likely $5,900–$8,850
From 12 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$7,200a month
Likely $5,900–$9,000
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$7,200likely $5,900–$8,850
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 12 small homes and similar homes within 3 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 $5,900–$9,000
- $7,200
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $6,800–$11,900
- $9,200
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.
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 12 small homes and similar homes within 3 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.
12 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $5,750–$9,250.
- 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 12 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Hampton Guest HomePasadena · 0.9 mi · Small home$10,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- The RetreatPasadena · 1.2 mi · Mid-size home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Home Away Assisted LivingSan Gabriel · 1.6 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity Homes of Sierra MadrePasadena · 1.7 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Hastings Ranch HomePasadena · 1.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Assisted Living & Wellness - HollyArcadia · 2.0 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rose Valley ArcadiaArcadia · 2.0 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Trinity Hills Estates - WalnutArcadia · 2.1 mi · Small home$8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Montevista GardenPasadena · 2.7 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity Homes of PasadenaPasadena · 2.8 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Moon Light Boarding CarePasadena · 2.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rose Valley GarfiasPasadena · 2.9 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 3949 Sycamore St., Pasadena, CA 91107Address 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 2026, the state has filed 2 documents for this home, and its records count 2 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated January 30, 2026.
- On file since
- 2026
- State visits
- 2
- Most recent visit
- January 30, 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.
The last 36 months — 2 of 2 documents
Jan 30, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Elena Mallett and Bonnie Tao conducted an announced pre-licensing visit on 01/30/2026 with Applicants Armen Minshull and Artoor Minassi. The fire clearance is approved for six (6) residents, ages 60 and over and six (6) can be non-ambulatory. The applicant has submitted a request for 6 hospice waivers to the Centralized Applications Bureau (CAB). Administrator certificate is current and the expiration date is 05/01/26. Currently, no resident is residing at the facility. Infection Control: The licensee has developed an Infection Control Plan and designated a lead staff to conduct training. Facility has sufficient PPE supplies and will provide on-going training to staff on infection control. Operational Requirements: The facility has a dementia care plan to accept or retain residents with dementia. The audio device at the exit for resident safety was observed to be operable. Structure/Physical Plant: The facility is a single-story home in the residential area of Pasadena. It consists of four (4) resident bedrooms, an open living room, dining room area, laundry room, a kitchen, four (4) full resident bathrooms and (1/2) one half bathroom for guests and staff. The home is well-maintained and passageway is free of obstruction. Bedroom room #1 and Bedrooms #2 are private rooms for non-ambulatory residents. Bedrooms #3 and #4 are shared rooms for non-ambulatory residents. (- continued in LIC 809C-) All rooms were observed to have the required furnishings and in compliance. Common areas have night lights. Bathrooms have non-skid mats in the shower area and grab bars. The backyard has a shaded area with 2 tables and chairs sufficient for number of residents. The backyard is free of obstructions and debris and has a ramp to assist residents. Residents’ rooms have adequate lighting, the required bedroom furniture and in compliance. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were observed. No swimming pool or bodies of water are on the premises. The toilets were functioning properly and the hot water temperature was measured in the range of 109-110.5 degrees F which is within the Title 22 requirements. The outside side gate has a latch and is able to open from the outside. Facility has an operable smoke detectors in each room and two in the living room. Two carbon monoxide detectors were located near resident rooms. A fully charged fire extinguisher was mounted on the wall near the kitchen. Knives, sharps, cleaning solutions, and disinfectants are locked and inaccessible to residents. No firearms or weapons stored at the facility. The facility has an auditory device on each exit door. Food Service: Two days of perishable and seven days of non-perishable food are observed. The food is stored separate from cleaners, poisons and toxins. The kitchen kept clean and sanitary. The appliances were all observed to be operable to prepare and store food. Sufficient amount of tableware, dishes, and utensils are observed. There are two refrigerators that are both maintained at 40 degrees F or below and the freezer at 0 degrees F or below. Staff and Residents files: Staff / Residents files and medication will be stored in a locked cabinet in the laundry room. Planned Activities: The facility has sufficient space to accommodate indoor and outdoor activities. A list of planned activities was provided and supplies for activities are observed. Incidental Medical and Dental: Medications will be centrally stored and locked inside a cabinet in the laundry room. The first aid kit was observed to contain all the required supplies along with the current first aid manual. (continued in LIC 809C) Disaster Preparedness: The facility has an Emergency Disaster Plan posted with contact numbers and at least two (2) relocation sites. There was emergency food, water and lights observed. Residents with Special Health Needs: The facility will accept and retain residents with dementia and/or hospice. The facility phone is operable. All required postings were observed . Exit: No issues were observed during the visit. Component III was conducted with the applicants. Liability insurance shall be secured upon licensure. An exit conference was completed with applicants Artoor Minassi and Armen Minshull. A copy of LIC 809 has been furnished to applicant. LPA will submit a copy of this facility evaluation report to the Central Applications Bureau (CAB) for review. If the applicant has questions regarding the status of the application they has been instructed to communicate with the CAB Analyst who assigned to their application.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 30, 2026
Jan 20, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Component II completion: Successful Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: INITIAL Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: Art Minassi (Licensee), Armen Minshull (Administrator) Interview Method: Virtual interview On 1/20/26, applicant and administrator participated in the COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and 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 manager 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, Jan 20, 2026
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Pasadena Assisted Living Inc., operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Crescenta Assisted Living · La Crescenta
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 Los Angeles County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Arcadia Living
Arcadia · Large community · 0.5 mi away
$4,850 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Ivy Park at San Marino
San Gabriel · Large community · 0.7 mi away
$6,100 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Hampton Guest Home
Pasadena · Small home · 0.9 mi away
$10,000 a month to start · Listed by the home
Circle of Grace
San Gabriel · Small home · 1.0 mi away
$6,700 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Grant Serenity of Del Mar
Pasadena · Small home · 1.1 mi away
$6,650 a month to start · Covelight estimate
The British Home in California
Sierra Madre · Mid-size home · 1.2 mi away
$5,000 a month to start · Covelight estimate