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Ridgewood Residential Care Home #3
Small home·Licensed for 4·Northridge, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,550 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,750–$5,600
- Home sizeLicensed for 4Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitAugust 20, 2026CDSS inspection record
Ridgewood Residential Care Home #3 is a small care home in Northridge — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 4 residents since 2008. Dementia care is 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 Ridgewood Residential Care Home #3
Is Ridgewood Residential Care Home #3 licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Ridgewood Residential Care Home #3 licensed for?
4 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Ridgewood Residential Care Home #3 been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Ridgewood Residential Care Home #3 still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Ridgewood Residential Care Home #3 cost?
$4,550 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,750–$5,600. 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 14 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 228 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,300 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 228 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 Ridgewood Residential Care Home #3 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 Ridgewood Residential Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Northridge Hospital Medical Center is 1.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Ridgewood Residential Care Home #3 keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Ridgewood Residential Care Home #3 license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “RIDGEWOOD RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME #3”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #197607629. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed for 4 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed to Ridgewood Residential Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2008, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2008, 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 2008, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 20, 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 3 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved by the state
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident
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
FACILITY SERVES DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED CLIENTS AGES 60 YEARS AND OLDER. FACILITY CLEARED FOR ONE (1) BEDRIDDEN CLIENTS IN ROOM #1 AND THREE (3) NON-AMBULATORY CLIENTS IN ROOMS #2, #3, & #4. TWO ON-SITE STAFF ROOMS AVAILABLE. APPROVE FOR ONE (1) HOSPICE WAIVER.
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
$4,550a month to start
Likely $3,750–$5,600
From 14 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,550a month
Likely $3,750–$5,800
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$4,550likely $3,750–$5,600
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 14 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $3,750–$5,800
- $4,550
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,350–$8,900
- $6,550
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 14 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
14 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$5,700.
- 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 14 nearby homes behind this estimate
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- Liebelove CareWoodland Hills · 3.5 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
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Where it is
- 19231 Dearborn Street, Northridge, CA 91324Address 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 2008. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated January 8, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- August 20, 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 2008.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
Jan 8, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mariana Agban conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with staff #1(S1) and explained the reason for the visit. Assistant Administrator, Karla Plata was contacted and arrived shortly after. At approximately 09:35 am, with the assistance of S1, LPA took a tour of the physical plant, and the following were observed: Required postings were observed in the entry area. The smoke alarms are interconnected and battery-operated. There are carbon monoxide detectors that function properly in the residents' rooms. The fire alarms and Carbon monoxide detectors were tested. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. The charge date is March 28, 2025. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of properly stored perishable and non-perishable food at the facility. Knives were stored in a locked drawer in the kitchen. Bedrooms: The facility has six (6) bedrooms. There are four (4) bedrooms designated for residents' use. All four (4) bedrooms are designated for private use. There are two(2) bedrooms designated for staff use. All the bedrooms used by residents were properly furnished with appropriate bedding and linens with sufficient lighting. Bathrooms: The facility has three (3) bathrooms. There are two (2) bathrooms designated for residents' use. One (1) bathroom is designated for staff. Both bathrooms in use by residents were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was measured from the bathroom sink at 106.2 and 109.5 degrees Fahrenheit. No cleaning supplies or hazardous items were present in each bathroom during the inspection. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The common areas were properly furnished. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. The dining room table is large enough to sit the capacity of the facility. Seating such as couches were in good repair and sat the capacity of the facility. Properly labeled medications were locked in one of the hallway cabinets. (Continue on 809C) Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. There was furniture appropriate for outdoor use. The outdoor area was free of hazards. There is a swimming pool that is fenced all around its parameters. The fence was at least five feet high with a gate, that is also five feet high. The gate was observed locked, making it inaccessible for residents to enter. The gate at the side of the home was checked to ensure no locks were installed, and that exits and passageways were clear for emergency evacuation Garage/ Laundry Area: The garage is attached to the house and can be entered from the second hallway next to the third (3) bathroom. There is a supply of extra paper towels, water supplies, PPEs, wheelchairs, incontinence, and wipes. There is an additional refrigerator with extra food. The laundry area is located in the garage with a washer and dryer. No laundry detergents or toxins were present in the laundry area during the inspection. Resident Files: LPA conducted a file review of resident records to ensure compliance with licensing forms. Cash Resources: LPA with the assistance of the Assistant administrator reviewed cash resources for all three residents. LPA observed that logs and cash resources were inconsistent. LPA observed that there were 260.47$ extra on clients account. Assistant Administrator stated that will review all cash resources and updated the records promptly. Staff Files: LPA also conducted a file review of staff records to ensure forms and training are up to date and in compliance with licensing forms. Medications: Medication and Medication Records were reviewed for proper documentation. Temperature: The facility maintains a comfortable temperature of 69 degrees Fahrenheit Exit interview conducted, citation issued, appeal rights given, and a copy of this report signed and delivered.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 8, 2026
Dec 16, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Mariana Agban and Nadia Shahbazian conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPAs met with Assistant Administrator Karla Platta and explained the reason for the visit. At approximately 10:25 am, with the assistance of the Administrator, LPAs took a tour of the physical plant, and the following were observed: Required postings were observed in the entry area. The smoke alarms are interconnected and battery-operated. There are carbon monoxide detectors that function properly in the residents' rooms. The fire alarms and Carbon monoxide detectors were tested at 10:40 AM. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. The charge date is May 06, 2024. The facility has a working phone number and a landline. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPAs found a sufficient amount of properly stored perishable and non-perishable food at the facility. Knives were stored in a locked drawer in the kitchen. Bedrooms: The facility has 6 bedrooms. There are four (4) bedrooms designated for residents' use. All four (4) bedrooms are designated for private use. There are two(2) bedrooms designated for staff use. All the bedrooms used by residents were properly furnished with appropriate bedding and linens with sufficient lighting.Bathrooms: The facility has three (3) bathrooms. There are two (2) bathrooms designated for residents' use. One (1) bathroom is designated for staff. Both bathrooms in use by residents were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was measured from the bathroom sink at 109.8 and 110.2 degrees Fahrenheit. No cleaning supplies or hazardous items were present in each bathroom during the inspection. LPA observed in bathroom#1 extra incontinence and wipes supplies in the bathroom cabinet. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The common areas were properly furnished. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. The dining room table is large enough to sit the capacity of the facility. Seating such as couches were in good repair and sat the capacity of the facility. Properly labeled medications were locked in one of the hallway cabinets. (Continue on 809C) Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. There was furniture appropriate for outdoor use. The outdoor area was free of hazards. There is a swimming pool that is fenced all around its parameters. The fence was at least five feet high with a gate, that is also five feet high. The gate was observed locked, making it inaccessible for residents to enter. Garage/ Laundry Area: The garage is attached to the house and can be entered from the second hallway next to the third (3) bathroom. There is a supply of extra paper towels, water supplies, PPEs, wheelchairs, incontinence, and wipes. There is an additional refrigerator with extra food. The laundry area is located in the garage with a washer and dryer. No laundry detergents or toxins were present in the laundry area during the inspection. Resident Files: LPAs conducted a file review of resident records to ensure compliance with licensing forms. Cash Resources: LPAs with the assistance of the Assistant administrator reviewed cash resources for all four residents. Logs and cash resources were consistent. Staff Files: LPAs also conducted a file review of staff records to ensure forms and training are up to date and in compliance with licensing forms. Medications: Medication and Medication Records were reviewed for proper documentation. Temperature: The facility maintains a comfortable temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit Interview Conducted and a Copy of the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 16, 2024
Dec 3, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gina Saucedo conducted an unannounced Annual visit to this facility at 09:05am. LPA Saucedo was greeted by Staff (S1) . The purpose of the visit was discussed. S1 called the administrator upon my arrival. The administrator arrived 9:45am while waiting, the resident and staff rosters were obtained. The census was also provided. LPA conducted a tour of the physical plant at 10:15 am. By the entrance of the facility there is signs displaying hand washing, coughing etiquette, physical distancing, Ombudsman. Kitchen area was observed to be clean. LPA reviewed the food service area in the refrigerator, food storage and supply (perishable and nonperishable foods) were sufficient for several days. The kitchen food supply was observed and sufficient for the three (3) residents currently residing there. There is an excess of perishables in several of the cabinets with several canned goods. Sharps observed to be stored, locked, and secured in one of the cabinets next to the dishwasher, inaccessible to clients. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen area and is fully charged, reading June 2024. Temperature of facility wall thermostat is observed and set to 69 degrees Fahrenheit. Garage/Backyard area The garage is attached to the house and can be entered from the second hallway next to the third (3) bathroom. There is a supply of extra paper towels, water supply, PPE’s, wheelchairs, incontinence and wipes. There is an additional refrigerator with extra food. The laundry area is located in the garage with a washer and dryer. In the backyard, There is a dining area that has a covered patio which has sufficient seating for the three residents. There is a pool located in the backyard that is fenced and locked inaccessible to the residents. LIC 809-C continued There is a dining room which has a table where the residents can sit and use to eat. There is enough seating for three (3) residents. The living room was observed to have adequate seating for residents. Administrator confirmed there are three (3) non-ambulatory, residents-two male and one female. There is internet, a television and a phone line for use. There is enough furnishings and enough lighting. The living area had furnishings and sufficient lighting. There is no fireplace. Resident bedrooms: There are four (4) resident bedrooms, two staff bedrooms and three bathrooms. Bedroom three (3) is vacant. It is vacant but still has all furnishings, ready for use. Bedroom one (1), two (2) and three (3) are single, housed rooms with proper furnishings. The other two bedrooms were opened where staff sleep for observation. There is three bathrooms in the house which are accessible to the residents for use. The hot water temperature was measured for the three (3) bathrooms to ensure it is within the regulations. The water temperature of the bathrooms range between 109.9 and 106.2 degree Fahrenheit. The bathrooms had proper signs displaying proper hygiene. The bathrooms had proper supplies of toilet paper, napkins, grab bars and toilet was functioning properly. There is carbon monoxide present in each room and function properly. The smoke detectors are also functioning properly. The medication, chemicals and first aid are locked and secured in the cabinets next to the dining room area. There is also a first aid manual. There is extra linen in the cabinets located next to the dining room area. Administrative: The Annual fee is current. There is additional signs in the living room area displaying the licensee certificate, Rights of the Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, Rights of Residents, YES postage, Daily Activity Schedule, Personal Rights, Facility sketch, Disaster Plan. An exit interview was conducted, no citation issued, and a copy of this report was given to the Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 3, 2023
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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