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Pleasanton Senior Care Villa
Small home·Licensed for 6·Pleasanton, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,700 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,850–$5,750
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMay 19, 2026CDSS inspection record
Pleasanton Senior Care Villa is a small care home in Pleasanton — 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 2006. 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 Pleasanton Senior Care Villa
Is Pleasanton Senior Care Villa licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Pleasanton Senior Care Villa licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Pleasanton Senior Care Villa been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Pleasanton Senior Care Villa still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Pleasanton Senior Care Villa cost?
$4,700 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,850–$5,750. 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 20 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 34 other homes of a similar licensed size across Alameda County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $5,735 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 34 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 Pleasanton Senior Care Villa 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 Nica, Cristina, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley is 2.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Pleasanton Senior Care Villa 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.
Pleasanton Senior Care Villa license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “PLEASANTON SENIOR CARE VILLA”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #15601252. 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 Nica, Cristina, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2006, 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 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is May 19, 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 by the state
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
- BedriddenNot on file · ask the home
State licensing record · September 13, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. ALL MAYBE NON-AMBULATORY. LICENSEE IS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF HOSPICE WAIVER FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS. HOSPICE CARE WAIVER.
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
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?”
Care & day-to-day support
These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.
Respite / short-term stays
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Incontinence care
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,700a month to start
Likely $3,850–$5,750
From 20 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,700a month
Likely $3,850–$5,950
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$4,700likely $3,850–$5,750
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 20 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 (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 $3,850–$5,950
- $4,700
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,500–$9,050
- $6,700
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 20 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.
20 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$6,500.
- 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 20 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Welcome Home Senior Residence (Pleasanton)Pleasanton · 1.3 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Sunol Creek Memory CarePleasanton · 1.7 mi · Mid-size home$5,580Listed on Seniorly · memory care shared bedroom · 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.
- Warm HouseDublin · 3.7 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Valle Verde Care Home IIDublin · 3.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Karo Mina Care HomeSan Ramon · 5.4 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Old Oak Golden VillaLivermore · 5.8 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Penny's Guest HomeSan Ramon · 6.3 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Tuscany Villa Senior LivingLivermore · 6.6 mi · Mid-size home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Milan Villa Senior LivingLivermore · 6.6 mi · Mid-size home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Beloved Home RetreatFremont · 8.7 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Brookdale North FremontFremont · 8.8 mi · Mid-size home$5,735Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Ageway Boarding Care #3Union City · 9.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Hrs Care HomeLivermore · 9.2 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Galicia's Tulip Care Home #2Hayward · 9.4 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Willow Creek Alzheimer's & Dementia Care CenterCastro Valley · 9.5 mi · Mid-size home$7,395Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Common DestinyFremont · 9.5 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Mt. Zion Home for the ElderlyUnion City · 9.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Welcome Home - Castro ValleyCastro Valley · 9.8 mi · Mid-size home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- La Concepcion Residential Care HomeFremont · 9.9 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Blessing HomeCastro Valley · 9.9 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 2609 Corte Elena, Pleasanton, CA 94566Address 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 2006. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated May 19, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- May 19, 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 2006.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
May 19, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 05/19/2026 at 11:15AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrew Christy arrived unannounced to conduct the 1-Year Annual Required inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Cristina Nica, and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is currently at max capacity with six (6) residents. LPA toured facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area, and backyard. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. No bodies of water were observed. A comfortable indoor temperature is maintained at 70.0 degrees Fahrenheit. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 107.3 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. There is a minimum of one week supply of non-perishable and 2 day of perishable foods. Centrally stored medication and sharps were locked and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 04/06/2026. At 12:30, LPA reviewed five (5) resident files and five (5) staff files, all found to be complete. The emergency disaster plan was last reviewed 12/01/2025. Quarterly emergency drills were last conducted 05/01/2026. A review of resident medications and the Medication Administration Record (MAR) found no outstanding errors. No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided to the administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 19, 2026
Apr 18, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 4/18/2025 at 11:30AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) G. Luk arrived unannounced to conduct a Required - 1 Year inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Cristina Nica and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, dining area, kitchen, living room, garage, and outdoor area. Smoke and carbon monoxide combination detectors were observed. Fire extinguisher was observed to be full and purchased on 4/15/2025. One week supply of nonperishable and 2-day supply of perishable foods were available. Hot water temperature was measured at 106.3 degrees F in the hallway bathroom. LPA observed grab bars and non-skid mat in the bathrooms. There were adequate lights in each room. Resident rooms were observed to be cleaned and fully furnished. First Aid kit is complete. Last disaster drill was conducted on 2/24/2025. LPA reviewed 6 residents and 3 staff files starting at 12:10PM. Resident's files were complete. All staff are fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility. LPA reviewed a sample of resident's medications with medication logs. LPA interviewed 2 residents and 2 staff during inspection. No deficiencies are being cited on this date. Exit interview conducted with Cristina Nica. A copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 18, 2025
The state marks this report as 4 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 2. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
May 7, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 5/7/2024 at 10:00AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) G. Luk arrived unannounced to conduct a Required - 1 Year inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Cristina Nica and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for 6 non-ambulatory residents. LPA toured the facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, dining area, kitchen, living room, garage, and outdoor area. Smoke and carbon monoxide combination detectors were observed. Fire extinguisher was observed to be full and purchased on 2/21/2024. One week supply of nonperishable and 2-day supply of perishable foods were available. Hot water temperature was measured at 105 degrees F in the hallway bathroom. LPA observed grab bars and non-skid mat in the bathrooms. There were adequate lights in each room. Resident rooms were observed to be cleaned and fully furnished. First Aid kit is complete. Last disaster drill was conducted on 5/2/2024. LPA reviewed 5 residents and 3 staff files starting at 10:58AM. LPA interviewed 2 residents and 2 staff at starting at 12:10PM. LPA reviewed a sample of resident's medications starting at 12:40PM. At 12:50PM, LPA observed doctor's order (dated 4/8/2024) for R4's cranberry was for 650mg. However, LPA observed facility has bottle of cranberry 1,400mg for R4. LPA observed R3 has PRN orders for Lactulose and Tylenol, but facility does not have the medications available for R3. The deficiency was observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct the deficiency may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 7, 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.
Find a detail about life at this home.
Rooms & the spaces they will use
Private bathroom
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Outdoor spaceOutdoor Common Areas
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Room typesPrivate
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Common areasIndoor Common Areas
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Roll-in / accessible shower
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Meals, preferences & familiar food
Meals provided
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Vegetarian or vegan optionsVegetarian
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Kosher foodKosher style
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Activities & the rhythm of a day
Activity types offeredActivities On-site
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Trips outside the home
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Faith, culture & language
Languages spoken by caregiversRomanian · Russian
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Visiting & staying involved
Transportation costs extra
Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.
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 Alameda County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Valle Verde Care Home III
Pleasanton · Small home · 0.3 mi away
$4,650 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Welcome Home Senior Residence (Pleasanton)
Pleasanton · Small home · 1.3 mi away
$6,500 a month to start · Listed by the home
Valle Verde Care Home IV
Pleasanton · Small home · 1.3 mi away
$4,550 a month to start · Covelight estimate
The Parkview
Pleasanton · Large community · 1.3 mi away
$6,182 a month to start · Listed by the home
Sunol Creek Memory Care
Pleasanton · Mid-size home · 1.7 mi away
$5,580 a month to start · Listed by the home
Sunnies Guest Home
Pleasanton · Small home · 1.9 mi away
$5,550 a month to start · Covelight estimate