Small home · Licensed for 6 · Novato
Pleasant Valley Care Home
20 Mckeon Ct., Novato, CA 94947Licensed since 2024
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · October 27, 2026
- Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record
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Care and support
- Wheelchairup to 6 residents
- Dementia
- Hospiceup to 3 residents
Not on file: bedridden approval.
Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 27, 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. HOSPICE WAIVER GRANTED FOR THREE (3).
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA · 985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
CDSS record, verbatim · October 27, 2026
As needs change
Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 3 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 27, 2026
If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
State licensing record · October 27, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Pleasant Valley Care Home: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and help with medicines. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$6,500a month to start
Likely $5,350–$8,000
From 12 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$6,500likely a month
Starting monthly rate$6,500likely $5,350–$8,000
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 12 small homes and similar homes within 10 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 (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $5,350–$8,150
- $6,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $6,200–$11,250
- $9,000
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
- 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 October 1, 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.
Rates at nearby homes12 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,500 to $15,000
12 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,450–$7,500.
- The Anton PointeNovato · 1.6 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Bel Marin GardensNovato · 3.9 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Shalom HouseSan Rafael · 6.8 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Home Extended CareSan Rafael · 6.9 mi · Mid-size home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa Marin Ambulatory Care UnitSan Rafael · 7.6 mi · Mid-size home$15,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Haven House of San RafaelSan Rafael · 8.2 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Daniel Rest HomeSan Rafael · 8.2 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Taking the JourneyPetaluma · 8.9 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Little Bird Assisted LivingPetaluma · 9.0 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Genesis RCFEPetaluma · 9.2 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Bello Gardens Assisted LivingSan Anselmo · 9.6 mi · Mid-size home$4,800Listed on Seniorly · memory care private room · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
- Alta Care HomePetaluma · 9.8 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
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 10 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.
- 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.
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 move-in 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.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.
The best way to see it is a visit.
Request a tourWhere it is
20 Mckeon Ct., Novato, CA 94947Address from the public record · October 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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- Novato Community HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list1.9 mi
Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).
Open directionsThe state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 27, 2026 · License #216804221 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents
20261 state visit · 1 document
Mar 12, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
03/12/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Loera conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr. inspection visit for this facility. Facility has a dementia program. There are currently five residents in care with three residents currently on hospice. Facility is approved for six non-ambulatory and hospice waiver for three. LPA was greeted by staff member. Administrator, Bella Nachor arrived shortly after. LPA and staff toured the building and grounds. The facility was found to be at a comfortable temperature. LPA observed a 2 day supply of perishable and 7 day supply of non-perishable food. Facility has a food menu posted. All rooms were furnished and in good repair. Extra hygiene products and linens were available. Water temperature in sinks accessible to residents in care were measured within the range of 105 to 120 degrees F. Fire extinguishers were last inspected October 2025. Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors located throughout the facility were tested and operational. Chemicals were located in the garage. Sharps are located in a locked drawer in the kitchen. Medications were found to be centrally stored. LPA conducted spot medication count and found all prescription medication to be properly recorded on the Centrally Stored Medication Record. Facilities last emergency drill was conducted 03/04/2026. LPA conducted a review of four resident records. All records had the required documentation. LPA conducted review of three staff records/training. Upon a review of staff records, LPA found all staff to have required annual and initial training as well as current 1st Aid & CPR certification on file. continued on LIC809C No deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL by 04/12/2026: LIC500- Personnel Report LIC308- Designation of Responsibility LIC610D- Emergency Disaster Plan (updated) Updated Liability Insurance Exit interview conducted with Administrator and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 12, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Apr 22, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
04/22/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Loera conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr. inspection visit for this facility. Facility has an emergency disaster plan as required. Facility has an infection control plan as required. There are currently 5 residents in care. Facility approved/cleared for 6 non-ambulatory, and hospice waiver for 2. LPA was greeted by staff. Administrator arrived shortly after. At approximately 12:40 PM, LPA and Administrator toured the building and grounds. The facility was found to be at a comfortable temperature with all exits free from obstruction. LPA observed a 2 day supply of perishable and 7 day supply of non-perishable food. Refrigerated food was found to be stored in a safe manner being labeled and dated. LPA observed an activities calendar and as well as a food menu. All rooms were furnished per regulation. All rooms were in good repair. Extra hygiene products and linens were available. Water temperature in sinks accessible to residents in care were measured at 110.2 and 111.9 degrees F which is within the range of 105 to 120 degrees F. Fire extinguishers were last inspected 05/2024. Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors located throughout the facility were tested and operational. Facilities last fire/disaster drill was conducted 3/3/2025. Toxins, sharps and other items that could pose threat if available to residents were located in the garage and under the kitchen sink and found to be secured. Medications were found to be centrally stored. LPA conducted spot medication count and found all prescription medication to be properly recorded on the Centrally Stored Medication Record. continued on LIC809-C LPA conducted a review of 3 resident records. All records had the required documentation. LPA conducted review of 3 staff records/training. Upon a review of staff records, LPA found all staff to have required annual and initial training as well as current 1st Aid & CPR certification on file. No deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL by 05/23/2025: LIC500- Personnel Report LIC308- Designation of Responsibility LIC402- Surety Bond Liability Insurance Exit interview conducted with Administrator and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 22, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
May 7, 2024Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
At approximately 9:00AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Felias arrived announced to conduct a Pre-Licensing Inspection and met with Applicants, Anabelle Bautista and Brian Bautista. Upon arrival, LPA was informed that there are currently no residents in care. Facility received an approved fire clearance dated 01/04/2024 that allows for six non-ambulatory clients. Facility also has a hospice waiver for 2 individuals. LPA conducted a walk-though of facility with Applicants and observed the following: Facility is a one story residence with five resident bedrooms, two bathrooms and common areas. Facility was found to be clean and at a comfortable temperature with all exits free from obstruction. Facility had emergency lighting. Facility has an Infection Control plan on file. There was a sufficient supply of both perishable and nonperishable foods as required by Title 22 Regulations. There was an appropriate supply of cleaning products, linens, hygiene products and paper products available for residents. Mattress pads were in place or available for Resident use. Toxins were observed to be stored inaccessible to residents. Bathrooms were equipped with necessary grab bars, and non-slip floors/mats were present. All resident rooms were furnished per regulation with a bed, lamp, dresser, chair and bedside table. Facility has sufficient items for cooking and eating. Facility has a locked cabinet in the hallway used for centrally stored medications and files. Cleaning supplies and toxins will be locked in a cabinet in the garage. Facility has indoor/outdoor areas for visiting and activities. Facility has emergency lighting in hallways. LPA confirmed that contents of the facility First Aid Kit were sufficient. LPA confirmed that Applicants is familiar with Guardian. Component III was reviewed. No Deficiencies or Advisories given during visit. Pre-Licensing completed. Facility is ready to be Licensed as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly. LPA will submit Pre-Licensing Application Report to the Application Unit Analyst in Sacramento. Application Unit Analyst will notify Applicant of Status. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report discussed and provided. Signature on form confirms receipt of documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 7, 2024
License holder
Terra Linda Christian Homes, Inc., licensed since 2024.
Operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Terra Linda Christian Homes, Inc. # 5 · San Rafael
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2024, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 3
- Total complaints
- 0
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
- Type A citations
- 0
- Type B citations
- 0
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2024, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Compare with homes the same size
| This home | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Type A citations | 0 | 0 |
| Type B citations | 0 | 0 |
| Substantiated allegations | 0 | 0 |
| Total complaints | 0 | 0 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
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 stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Pleasant Valley Care Home
Is Pleasant Valley Care Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
How many residents is Pleasant Valley Care Home licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
Has Pleasant Valley Care Home been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.
Is Pleasant Valley Care Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 12, 2026.
What does Pleasant Valley Care Home cost?
$6,500 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $5,350–$8,000. 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 10 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 9 other homes of a similar licensed size across Marin County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $5,325 to $7,125 a month, and the middle figure is $6,500 (n = 9 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 Pleasant Valley Care Home take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 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 Terra Linda Christian Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Terra Linda Christian Homes, Inc. — at least 4 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Novato Community Hospital is 1.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Pleasant Valley Care Home keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 3 residents, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
Pleasant Valley Care Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “PLEASANT VALLEY CARE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #216804221. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Terra Linda Christian Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
- 3 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of October 27, 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 October 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is March 12, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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Starting rate
$4,995 a month to start
Listed by the home on its own website · October 27, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Starting rate
$7,695 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Starting rate
$8,000 a month to start
Listed by the home on its own website · October 5, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Starting rate
$3,500 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,900 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,850–$7,300On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,350 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,400–$6,600On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
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