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Pristine Home Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Anaheim, California

Licensed since 2022Licence #306006091Medi-Cal ALW
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · DementiaState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,100 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,350–$5,050
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit6 of 6 beds occupiedFebruary 17, 2023 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
  • Last state visitApril 16, 2026CDSS inspection record

Pristine Home Care is a small care home in Anaheim — 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 2022. Hospice 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 Pristine Home Care

Is Pristine Home Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Pristine Home Care licensed for?

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

Has Pristine Home Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.

Is Pristine Home Care still open?

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

What does Pristine Home Care cost?

$4,100 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,350–$5,050. 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 17 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

Among 18 other homes of a similar licensed size in Anaheim that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,100 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 18 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.

Does Pristine Home Care take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Pristine Home Care Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

West Anaheim Medical Center is 1.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Pristine Home Care keep a resident on hospice?

Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”

Pristine Home Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “PRISTINE HOME CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306006091. 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 Pristine Home Care Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 7 state inspection visits since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is April 16, 2026, 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 · covers up to 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
  • 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. APPROVVED FOR 6 NONAMBULATORY RESIDENTS ONLY. APPROOVED FOR 6 HOSPICE RESIDENTS ONLY.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • 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

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?”

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver not on file

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,100a month to start

Likely $3,350–$5,050

From 17 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,100a month

Likely $3,350–$5,250

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$4,100likely $3,350–$5,050

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 17 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

    Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $3,350–$5,250
$4,100
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,950–$8,400
$6,100
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, 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 appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. For a resident on SSI/SSP, California’s 2026 standard sends $1,444.07 a month to the home for 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 17 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

17 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,750–$6,050.

  • 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

  • 9252 Pacific Ave, Anaheim, CA 92804Address 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 7 documents for this home, and its records count 7 visits since 2022. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 16, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
7
Most recent visit
April 16, 2026
Occupied · February 17, 2023 visit
6 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated February 17, 2023. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints1typical 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 2022.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261102025110202411020231102022330

The last 36 months — 3 of 7 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Apr 16, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rose Ruppert made an unannounced visit to conduct an Annual Required Evaluation. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Staff #1 (S1) at 1pm. LPA briefly met with Administrator (AD) Mary Jean Alvarado who had a conflicting appointment. LPA conducted the visit with the Administrative Designee (AD) Oswaldo "Israel" Bautista. The facility is a six bedroom, three bathroom single-residence home with a fire clearance of six non-ambulatory residents; of which six may be on hospice. Currently there are five residents in care. During today's visit, LPA toured the dining room and living room. One resident was observed speaking on the phone, four residents were reclining in their bedrooms after eating lunch. The refrigerator had a two-days of perishable food and the facility retained seven-days of non-perishable food on-hand. Kitchen appliances were operational. Sharps and knives were secured in a locked drawer and cleaning and chemical supplies were secured beneath the kitchen sink. Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors were inspected. Both fire and carbon monoxide alarms were operational. Two fire extinguishers were charged and serviced on November 17, 2025 and the facility conducted their last fire drill on January 20, 2026. LPA inspected hot water temperatures in two of two resident bathrooms. The hot water temperature ranged between 116.0 to 116.9 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility temperature was a comfortable seventy-three degrees. All resident bedrooms were clean, beds had linens and all rooms had the required furnishings. (Continued on LIC 809-C) (Continued from LIC 809) LPA toured the exterior of the property and observed a large shaded seating area for residents and ample space for residents to walk in the backyard. The facility had self-latching gates. LPA toured the garage and observed a working washer and dryer, emergency supplies and an additional refrigerator and freezer. A workout area was also observed. LPA reviewed three of three staff training and fingerprint records and conducted a complete review of resident records. Four of four staff who provide direct care to the residents have expired First Aid/ Cardiopulmonary certificates. A Type A deficiency will be given. Two of three staff records did not have twenty hours of staff training. Additionally, two of five resident records did not have completed Appraisal Needs and Services Plans. Type B deficiencies were cited. LPA interviewed alert residents regarding their quality of care and spoke to staff present regarding care provided. LPA confirmed that administrator has a current administrator certificate which expires on June 8, 2028. A copy of the Legionnaire's Disease Fact Sheet was also provided to the facility for Assisted Living Facility Administrators. The following deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with Oswaldo "Israel" Bautista, Administrative Designee and a copy of this report was given to the facility along with a copy of the LIC 858, LIC 859; LIC 809-D and Appeal Rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 16, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Apr 8, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rose Ruppert made an unannounced visit to the facility today to conduct an Annual Required Evaluation at 8am. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Oswaldo Lara Bautista, Administrative Designee and LPA shared the purpose of the visit. Administrator, Mary Jean Alvarado, was not available to come to the facility during the visit. The facility is a five resident bedroom, two bathroom, and one staff bedroom, single story residence with an approved fire clearance of six non ambulatory residents with a hospice waiver for six. The facility currently has a census of three residents in care. At time of entry, home health was visiting one of the residents and assisted with resident's shower. During today’s visit, LPA toured the facility and inspected the physical plant, including but not limited to testing all smoke detectors, testing hot water temperature in two of two resident bathrooms, and testing auditory devices on all exits. The hot water temperature measured between 111.5 and 118.4 degrees Fahrenheit and all smoke detectors were operational. The fire extinguisher is charged and was serviced on November 8, 2024. The facility’s last fire drill was conducted on January 20, 2025. LPA inspected the facility food supply and observed the facility retained a minimum of two days perishable and seven days non-perishable food on hand. Emergency food and extra supplies were located in the garage with the washer and dryer. LPA observed medication storage and reviewed the centrally stored medications. Per review medications are being given as prescribed. The facility has a First Aid kit with all the required elements and a First Aid book. (Continued on LIC 809-C) (Continued from LIC 809) LPA toured the exterior and there was a large shaded seating area and ample room for outdoor activities. Both exterior gates were unlocked and self-latching. All exit seeking doors inside the facility had alarms. Resident bedrooms had the required linens and furnishings and were clean. Fireplace was screened and resident was observed watching Spanish television in living area. LPA reviewed three of three staff training and fingerprint records and conducted a complete review of resident records. LPA interviewed alert residents regarding their quality of care and spoke to staff present regarding care provided. LPA confirmed that administrator has a current administrator certificate which expires on June 8, 2026 .LPA informed Administrative Designee to advise licensee that licensee fees are not current. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, the facility appears to be in compliance with Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies cited on this date. An exit interview was conducted with Oswaldo Lara Bautista, Administrative Designee and a copy of the report and files reviewed (LIC 858 & LIC 859) were given at the time of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 8, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jul 17, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) Mary Rico made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Mary J. Alvarado and was granted entry to the facility. The facility is a (6) bedroom (2) bathroom home and, with a kitchen/dining area, living room, and attached garage. Licensed capacity is (6) current census is (6). LPA was accompanied Administrator Mary J. Alvarado to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected client bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, nightstands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to clients in care. There was a designated space for client/staff files. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for clients in care. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of clients in care. Facility has a variety of food available for clients. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly. Record Review: LPA reviewed (3) client files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, medications and needs and services plans. LPA conducted (3) medication audit. LPA also reviewed (2) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, trainings, and health screenings. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) was discussed and provided to Administrator Mary J. Alvarado.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 17, 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

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 and the questions below stand in their place.

Life here

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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

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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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