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Pathway Homes

Small home·Licensed for 4·Bakersfield, California

Licensed since 2024Licence #157209434
(661) 972-6051From the state roster · September 13, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,200 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,450–$5,200
  • Home sizeLicensed for 4Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitNovember 24, 2025CDSS inspection record

Pathway Homes is a small care home in Bakersfield — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 4 residents since 2024.

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 Pathway Homes

Is Pathway Homes licensed?

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

How many residents is Pathway Homes licensed for?

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

Has Pathway Homes been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.

Is Pathway Homes still open?

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

What does Pathway Homes cost?

$4,200 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,450–$5,200. 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 13 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 17 other homes of a similar licensed size in Bakersfield that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $4,050 a month, and the middle figure is $3,500 (n = 17 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 Pathway Homes 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 Markell & Marquell Enterprises, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Markell & Marquell Enterprises, LLC — at least 7 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield is 1.1 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Pathway Homes 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.

Pathway Homes license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “PATHWAY HOMES”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #157209434. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed for 4 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed to Markell & Marquell Enterprises, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 3 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 3 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 November 24, 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 by the state
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
  • BedriddenApproved by the state

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
APPROVED FOR AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. FIRE CLEARANCE APPROVED FOR FOUR (4) AMBULATORIES WHERE THREE (3) CAN BE NON-AMBULATORY AND ONE (1) BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #2. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS. DEMENTIA AND BEDRIDDEN PLAN SUBMITTED.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA · 985 - RCFE / HOSPICE

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

$4,200a month to start

Likely $3,450–$5,200

From 13 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,200a month

Likely $3,450–$5,400

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
  • Starting monthly rate$4,200likely $3,450–$5,200

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 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 $3,450–$5,400
$4,200
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,050–$8,550
$6,200
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.
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 13 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.

13 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,050–$4,750.

  • 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

  • 332 S. Montclair St., Bakersfield, CA 93309Address 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 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated November 24, 2025.

On file since
2024
State visits
3
Most recent visit
November 24, 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
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20251102024220

The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20251 state visit · 1 document
Nov 24, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 11/24/2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) J. Duarte S. Doucette, arrived at the facility for unannounced visit to conduct an annual inspection. LPA's were granted entry by Staff Karla Chagolla. LPA J. Duarte contacted Licensee Jason to advise of today's visit and Administrators Diana Diaz and Elizabeth Ramos arrived shortly after. A facility tour conducted with Administrator Diana Diaz. Facility observed to be well lit, odor free, and comfortable temperature. The facility has not admitted any residents since being licensed. The facility living room and dining room observed to have adequate seating available. Resident bedrooms toured, bedrooms observed to have all required furnishings. The water temperature measured at 116 degrees F. Bathrooms observed to have grab bars in the shower and near toilet, and non-skid mats available. On the facility sketch, bedroom #2 has a window; however, in place of a window, LPAs observed a sliding a glass door. LPAs observed kitchen to have all sharps and utensils locked and secured in kitchen drawers. The facility has a locked closet designated to store medications, hygiene products, and a first aid kit. A separate locked hall closet was observed utilized to store chemicals. The outside of facility was toured. All exits open free of obstruction. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 05/23/2025. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors present and observed operational. Continued on LIC 809C. Continued from LIC 809. An office meeting will be scheduled with the licensee to discuss the deficiencies observed on today's inspection and citations will be issued if warranted. An exit Interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Elizabeth Ramos. Community Care Licensing (CCL) is always striving to have facility files that reflect the most accurate & up to date information for your facility. In an effort to maintain your facility file, please submit the most current & complete forms &/or information as identified below: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE): · LIC 308 Designation of Facility Responsibility · -as applicable: LIC 309 Administrative Organization · -as applicable: LIC 400 Affidavit Regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources · -as applicable: LIC 402 Surety Bond · LIC 500 Personnel Report · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan For Residential Care Facilities For The Elderly · LIC 9020 Register of Facility Clients/Residents · Copy of current Liability Insurance · Copy of current Administrator Certificate · Alternate contact information including name, telephone number, & email address. Please submit the above forms/information to Fresno CCL by: 12/01/2025.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 24, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Sep 25, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 09/25/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Yang arrived at the facility for an announced visit to conduct the Pre licensing visit. LPA Yang met with Licensee Jason Johnson, Administrator Elizabeth Ramos, and Supervisor Diana Diaz. LPA toured the facility with Licensee, Administrator, and Supervisor. The facility is a 2 bedroom, and 2 bathroom home and fire clearance were granted for 3 non-ambulatory and 1 bedridden for a total capacity of 4. The living room was clean and in good repair. There was seating available for residents. Kitchen was toured and observed to have dishes, plate, and utensils. Sharps observed locked in kitchen drawer. A fire extinguisher was observed and with a purchased date of 06/10/24. Adequate perishable food observed. Non-perishable food will be purchased prior to resident placement. Refrigerator temperature observed maintained at 32 degrees F and freezer temperature maintained at -4 degrees F. Bedrooms were toured. Each room has two beds, dresser, night stands, chair, required linens, working light, and enough space to accommodate people. Hot water temperature tested at 106.8 degrees F in shared bathroom and 109 in degrees F in hall bathroom. All bathrooms had nonskid strips in the shower with fasten grab bars present in shower and next to the toilets. Bathroom toilet observed operational. Extra linens observed in hall closet. Medications will be lock in hall closet. First aid kit was observed and contained all required items. Cleaning supplies and chemicals were observed locked under kitchen and in hall hazard closet. Outside of facility toured. Available outside seatings was observed for resident. LPA observed side gate to be self-latching. Exits were open and free of obstructions. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were observed operational during visit. Facility phone number will be (661)381-7203. Component III was conducted during today's pre-licensing visit. We have found that the applicant has met all pre-licensing requirements. LPA will submit documentation to CAB in Sacramento for final review prior to license being issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 25, 2024
Sep 9, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Component II completion: Successful Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) Application Type: Initial Capacity: 4 Census (if any clients in care): none COMP II Participants: Jason Johnson, Applicant Elizabeth Ramos, Administrator Interview Method: Telephone interview On September 9, 2024 at 1:00 PM, Applicant and administrator participated in 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 analyst confirmed Applicant and 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 Readiness Exit interview conducted with Applicant and Administrator. Report sent via email and request to return sign copy to CAB by end of business day.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 9, 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

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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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