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Peterson Residential
Small home·Licensed for 6·Fresno, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,150 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,400–$5,100
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJune 22, 2026CDSS inspection record
Peterson Residential is a small care home in Fresno — 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 2014. 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 Peterson Residential
Is Peterson Residential licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Peterson Residential licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Peterson Residential been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2014, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Peterson Residential still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Peterson Residential cost?
$4,150 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,400–$5,100. 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 8 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.
Among 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Fresno that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,450 to $5,175 a month, and the middle figure is $4,000 (n = 5 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 Peterson Residential 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 Carol O'Donnell, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Can Peterson Residential keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Peterson Residential license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “PETERSON RESIDENTIAL”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #107206785. 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 Carol O'Donnell, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2014, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2014, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2014, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2014, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is June 22, 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 careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved by the state
- 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
ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR TWO (2).
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file — 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
$4,150a month to start
Likely $3,400–$5,100
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,150a month
Likely $3,400–$5,300
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$4,150likely $3,400–$5,100
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 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 $3,400–$5,300
- $4,150
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,000–$8,450
- $6,150
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 8 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.
8 homes like this within 35 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,000–$5,800.
- 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 8 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Serenity Garden Home 2Fresno · 1.2 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Close to Home Residential CareFresno · 1.7 mi · Small home$5,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Carmel Village Memory CareClovis · 4.8 mi · Mid-size home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · independent living private cottage/casita · seen September 9, 2026
- The Harvest at FowlerFowler · 7.7 mi · Mid-size home$3,000Listed on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026
- Palo Alto Senior Care HomeFresno · 8.7 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Joyful Living RcheFresno · 8.9 mi · Small home$3,600Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Green VillaFresno · 9.5 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Jordeth Senior Care HomeVisalia · 34 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 455 S. Kona, Fresno, CA 93727Address 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 2022, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2014. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated June 22, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- June 22, 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 2014.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
Jun 22, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 06/22/26, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an annual visit. LPAs introduce self, stated the purpose of the visit and request to meet with Administrator. LPA met with caregiver (S1) Ruth Patzkowsky who stated Licensee/Administrator Carol O’Donnell is unavailable to attend meeting. LPA toured facility with S1. All three residents were present during inspection. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside or outside. Knives were observed unlock in kitchen.Medications observed kept locked in laundry cabinet. MARs were reviewed and medications were checked. Fire extinguishers were observed with a service date 12/22/25. Temperature maintained for refrigerator at 37 degrees F and freezer at -8 degrees F. 2 day supplies of perishable and 7 day supplies of non-perishable food was observed. Cleaning supplies observed locked in laundry cabinet. All bedrooms were observed to have required furnishings and with adequate lighting. Bathrooms were properly equipped and operational. All bathrooms are observed with securely fastened grab bars and non-skid mats. Hot water temperature was tested at 109.1 degrees F in bathroom. Outside of facility toured and observed to be free of debris with adequate outdoor seating available for residents. Side gate observed self-closing and self-latching. All residents’ were reviewed to have all the required records. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were tested and observed to be operational. A deficiency is being cited on the attached Lic 809D in accordance to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. Exit Interview conducted. The following documents are requested and submitted to Fresno CCL by: 06/29/26. Forms requested: Lic 308, Lic 500, Lic 610E, current liability insurance, and Administrator certificate. A copy of this report was provided to the caregiver, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 22, 2026
Apr 8, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analysts(LPA) Rachel Bruce and Jimmy Duarte arrived unannounced to conduct the Annual inspection. LPAs met with Administrator Carol O'Donnell (AD) and explained the purpose of the visit. Facility was toured with AD. At the time of the visit, LPAs observed that all three residents were present. LPAs toured the facility with AD and observed the following: The Kitchen had working lights and well maintained appliances. The knives were kept in a locked in the laundry room. LPAs observed two trash bins with the lid. LPAs observed that refrigerator was well maintained and clean. LPAs observed a two day perishable food supply and seven day nonperishable supply. The kitchen pantry was clean, organized, and held the facility emergency supply of food. No expired food was observed. LPAs observed the dining room and living room were well lit and free of clutter and/or obstructions. Laundry room is kept locked, along with the washer and dryer there is also a locked cabinet. LPAs observed the storage cabinet to contain laundry detergents and cleaning products. Medications are stored in a separate section of this storage cabinet. First aid kit was observed and contained all required items. LPAs observed that the garage is kept locked and AD explained that residents do not have access to this room. Garage contains upright freezer for food storage. The garage is also utilized to store household chemicals. Although these chemicals were in a cabinet that can be locked away, the lock was not engaged/ AD locked it in LPAs presence. LPAs observed three cats and a cat tree and other cat items in the garage. Litter boxes were maintained and free of any odors. There is a lot of material in the garage, but accessible to access needed items. - Continued to LIC809-C Continued from LIC 809. Inspection of the living room revealed a Fireplace that was observed with glass cover. The television was observed to be in a secure place, there is also a piano and a bird cage. The living room floor was in good condition. LPAs observed one sofa and two recliners in good condition. The living room has a sliding glass door that is kept clean and is not obstructed. LPAs observed the hallway that leads to the bedrooms and observed night lights. A fire extinguisher is mounted on the wall in the hallway and one was mounted in the kitchen. Both fire extinguishers were inspected on 12/02/2024. The smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are functioning appropriately. LPAs inspected the hallway bathroom with AD and observed that the bathroom is well maintained, well lit, has paper towels, toilet paper, hand soap, and a small trash bin with lid on the counter. Water temperature measured at 110.4 degrees F. The bathroom was observed to have non-skid surface, grab bars in the shower, grip bars around toilet, and a faucet. LPAs observed the linen closet to have adequate supply of clean towels, linens. Bedrooms were observed to meet regulations and were equipped with a lamp, a chair, a bed, and night stand. Closets provided appropriate storage and windows were operable with a screen in good condition. LPAs with AD inspected the backyard. LPAs, observed that the backyard is portioned off. Behind a locked gate is a koi pond and turtle pond. Patio table and bench is clean and ready for use. LPAs observed large bird cage with 10-11 birds. LPAs observed a section of the yard fenced off and locked. On the other side of the yard is the side gate which was self-closing and self-latching. However, recent weather caused the wood to swell and AD will address to ensure it remains self-latching. The side walkway that leads to the gate, has three city trash cans that partially obstruct the walkway. AD will address this as well. LPAs conducted resident and staff file reviews and found both to be in compliance. An exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report was discussed and left with AD whose signature on this form confirms receipt of these documents. Due to printer issues, the report will be emailed. LPAs are requesting the following documents be submitted to the Fresno CCL office by 04/21/2025. Current copy of Administrator Certificate, Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC308), Administrator Organization (LIC 309), Affidavit regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources (LIC 400), updated facility yard sketch, Emergency and Disaster Plan (LIC 610E) Personnel Report (LIC500), Register of Facility Clients/Residents for (LIC9020A), LIC 9052the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 8, 2025
Apr 11, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lissett Padgett arrived unannounced to conduct the Annual inspection. LPA met with care giver Ruth Patzkowsky (RP) and explained the purpose of the visit. Facility was toured with RP. Administrator (AD) Carol O'Donnell arrived later. At the time of the visit, LPA observed 4 residents in the facility. LPA with AD toured the kitchen. LPA observed that the kitchen was well maintained, with working lights and well maintained appliances. The knives were kept in a locked drawer. The kitchen counters are cluttered however was clean. LPA observed two trash bins with the lid. LPA observed that refrigerator well maintained and clean. LPA observed a 2 day perishable food supply. The kitchen pantry was clean, organized, and had an emergency supply of 124 servings of non perishable food. No expired food was observed. LPA observed the dining room is well lit. The table and can seat 4 people. Laundry room is kept locked, LPA observed the storage cabinet to contain laundry detergents and cleaning products. Medications are stored in a separate section of this storage cabinet. First aid kit was observed and contained all required items. LPA observed that the garage. The door is kept locked and RP explained that residents do not have access to this room. Garage is contains many miscellaneous items as well as hygiene items for residents. LPA observed 4 cats and a cat tree and other cat items. The garage has one upright freezer, with mostly meats. LPA inspected the living room with RP. Fireplace was observed with glass cover, television was observed to be in a secure place, piano and empty bird cage. The living room floor was in good condition. LPA observed one sofa and 2 recliners. The living room has a sliding glass door that is kept clean and is not obstructed. The furniture was clean and in good condition. LPA observed the hallway that leads to the bedrooms and observed night lights. A fire extinguisher is mounted on the wall and inspected on 11/21/2023 with the pressure gauge in good range indicated on the meter. The smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detectors were tested by the RP and are functioning. LPA observed that the thermostat is within range of the regulation at 73 degrees F. LPA inspected the hallway bathroom with RP and observed that the bathroom is well maintained, well lit, has paper towels, toilet paper, hand soap, a small trash bin with lid on the counter. Water temperature measured at 111.4 degrees F. The bathroom was observed to have non-skid mat, grab bars in shower, grip bars around toilet, and faucet. The toilet was flushed and is working. LPA observed the linen closet to have clean towels, linens. LPA inspected resident’s bedrooms with RP. LPA observed Bedroom #1 is shared. LPA observed two beds, chair, TV, 2 dressers. Window operable with screen in good condition. The smoke detector was tested and found to be functioning. Bedroom 2 is shared. LPA observed two beds, 2 dressers, desk area, closet, window operable and screen in good condition. Smoke detector tested and found to be functioning. LPA observed multipurpose room which contains exercise bike, elliptical and 4 cats a cat tree and two litter boxes. LPA with AD inspected the backyard. LPA, observed that the backyard portioned off. Behind a locked gate is a koi pond and turtle pond. Patio table and bench is clean and ready for use. LPA observed large bird cage with 10-11 birds. LPA observed a section of the yard fenced off and locked. AD opened this gate and LPA observed miscellaneous items and a shed. On the other side of the yard is the side gate was self-closing and self-latching. LPA conducted resident and staff file reviews. An exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report was discussed and left with AD whose signature on this form confirms receipt of these documents. LPA is requesting the following documents be submitted to the Fresno CCL office by 4/18/2024: Current copy of Administrator Certificate, Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC308), Administrator Organization (LIC 309), Affidavit regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources (LIC 400), updated facility yard sketch, Emergency and Disaster Plan (LIC 610E) Personnel Report (LIC500), Register of Facility Clients/Residents for (LIC9020A), LIC 9052the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 11, 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.
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?
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