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- Care approvals on fileDementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,850 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,000–$6,000
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJuly 28, 2026CDSS inspection record
Rite Care Assisted Living is a small care home in Van Nuys — 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. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory 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 Rite Care Assisted Living
Is Rite Care Assisted Living licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Rite Care Assisted Living licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Rite Care Assisted Living been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is Rite Care Assisted Living still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Rite Care Assisted Living cost?
$4,850 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,000–$6,000. 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 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 Rite Care Assisted Living 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 Rite Care Homes Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Rite Care Homes, Inc. — at least 3 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Panorama City 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 Rite Care Assisted Living keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Rite Care Assisted Living license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “RITE CARE ASSISTED LIVING”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #195850574. 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 Rite Care Homes Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
- 3 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 28, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved by the state
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 6 residents
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. APPROVED FOR SIX (6) BEDRIDDEN IN ALL ROOMS, EXCLUDING ADU. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR SIX (6).
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
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
- 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
3 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?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,850a month to start
Likely $4,000–$6,000
From 12 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,850a month
Likely $4,000–$6,150
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
Starting monthly rate$4,850likely $4,000–$6,000
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 12 small homes and similar 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 $4,000–$6,150
- $4,850
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,650–$9,250
- $6,850
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 12 small homes and similar 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.
12 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,000–$5,950.
- 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 12 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Mom and Dads RetreatVan Nuys · 2.2 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity Homes of Sf ValleyVan Nuys · 2.4 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Blue Horizon EldercareNorth Hollywood · 2.5 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Blue HorizonNorth Hollywood · 2.5 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Breath of SunshineNorth Hills · 2.8 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Breath of Sunshine HarmonyArleta · 3.2 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- California State Health GroupNorth Hills · 3.7 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Healthy Life Service FacilityNorth Hills · 4.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Seniors' HavenBurbank · 4.3 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- The LighthouseToluca Lake · 4.5 mi · Mid-size home$2,500Listed on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026
- Ardenville Home Care IBurbank · 4.7 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Hollywood Healthy LivingSun Valley · 4.8 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 7931 Varna Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91402Address 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 2025, the state has filed 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 28, 2026.
- On file since
- 2025
- State visits
- 3
- Most recent visit
- July 28, 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.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents
Jul 28, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sandra Urena arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct the required annual inspection. The LPA was greeted by staff and informed them of the reason for the visit. The facility representative Viktoria Hayrapetyan was called by staff and stated they would be at the facility within 15 minutes. Administrator Edmond Mkhitaryan also arrived shortly thereafter, however the administrator stated that they could not stay due to a personal matter. The LPA and the Administrator toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. COMMON AREAS: At the time of the visit, living room and dining room furniture was observed to be in good condition. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature. Smoke detector(s) and carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational at the time of the visit. The fire extinguisher was fully charged and was last purchased on 07/09/2026. The LPA observed required postings on a wall by the entrance . KITCHEN: Knives and cleaning supplies are stored inaccessible to residents. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. The hot water temperature measured at 112.8 degrees Fahrenheit. BEDROOMS: There are six residents’ bedrooms, which were furnished appropriately with clean linens, appropriate furnishings and sufficient lighting. Bedroom #2 is missing the 8 cubic feet of drawers. Correction will be submitted by 07/31/2026. BATHROOMS: There are two full bathrooms and one half bathroom with only a toilet and sink. Bathrooms were clean and sanitary and in operating condition. One toilet was missing the seat and cover. Although the two bathrooms had a toilet metal grab bar, it is located behind the toilet which does not provide the required support to residents in care. All three bathrooms need to have grab bars added to the toilets . The bathrooms were sufficiently stocked with soap and paper towels. The hot water temperature measured within the regulations. Order was placed for toilet seat replacement and Administrator will email picture by 07/31/2026. Order was placed for the the grab bars for each toilet in each bathroom. OUTDOOR AREA: The backyard has a covered outdoor area equipped with furniture for client use. No bodies of water noted. The washer and dryer are inaccessible in a washer and dryer room. Cleaning supplies and disinfectants are kept in locked in the same room. RECORDS: Residents’ records were reviewed for, but not limited to care plans, medical records, admissions agreement, consent forms. One file out of four files is missing the residents signature in all the forms. One out of four residents Medical Assessment was expired. Personnel records were reviewed for, but not limited to health assessments, criminal record clearances, first aid/CPR training, and the appropriate training. All files were in order. Records for one resident physician report had an expiration date of 04/01/2025.Corrections will be submitted by 07/31/2026. MEDICATIONS: Medications are centrally stored and locked in a cabinet in the common. Medications are labeled and checked for expiration dates. The medications are documented properly on the centrally stored medications and destruction record. No errors observed during the medication review. New oxygen machine was order during today's visit, the oxygen machine will arrive on 07/29/2026. Administrator. The LPA reviewed the following documents: - LIC500 Personnel Report - LIC9020 Client Roster - Certificate of Liability of Insurance -Emergency Drill Logs Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report was issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 28, 2026
Jun 19, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sandra Urena conducted a follow up Pre-licensing visit and met with the Administrator Vyktorya Hayrapetyan. This is a new facility application for a Residential Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) for six (6) bedridden residents and non-ambulatory residents. Fire Clearance was approved on 04/04/2025. All six (6) bedrooms were approved for bedridden residents. All deficiencies were cleared. This report will be sent to the Centralized Application Bureau (CAB). You will be notified by the CAB Analyst when your license has been approved. You are not allowed to begin operating until you have been notified that your license has been approved by the CAB Analyst. Failure to comply could affect approval of your license. Exit interview was conducted and reviewed with the applicant. A copy of the report was issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 19, 2025
May 27, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sandra Urena conducted a Pre-licensing visit and met with the applicant Olga Avetikyan. This is a new facility application for a Residential Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) for six (6) bedridden residents and non-ambulatory residents. Fire Clearance was approved on 04/04/2025. All six (6) bedrooms were approved for bedridden residents. At 10:30 a.m., the LPA, and the Applicant toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and that the facility will be following Title 22 Regulations. COMMON AREAS: The facility was observed to have three common areas dedicated for residents' use: Living room, Dining room and Family room. The furniture appeared in good condition and functional at the time of the visit. There is a dedicated area for the posting of required documents by the office area in the Living room. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms were tested and functional at the time of the visit. The Family room area being the first common area by the main entrance has a non-functional chimney which is only for decorative purposes. LAUNDRY: There is a laundry area with connections for the washer and dryer. The washer and dryer were ordered but have not arrived or have been installed in the facility. The washer and dryer area is located next to the kitchen area. Detergents and cleaning supplies will be stored in a utility cart inside the laundry room. Medication will be stored in a locked top cabinet located inside the laundry room. The residents’ and staff files will be stored and locked in a file cabinet located in the office area. Continues on LIC 809C... KITCHEN: Kitchen knives are stored locked and inaccessible in a locked kitchen drawer. A seven-day supply of non-perishable food was available. The supply of dishes is adequate. Appliances in the kitchen were clean and all appeared functional. The refrigerator and freezer will require a thermometer each. Kitchen cleaning supplies will be stored and locked in the laundry room area. Hot water temperature was recorded at 108.7 degrees Fahrenheit. Trash cans have a tight-fitting lid. There were no pesticides or toxins stored near food, or preparation area. The first aid supplies were complete, including a thermometer and a current version of a first aid manual. A fire extinguisher is located in the living room area, which was purchased on 03/20/2025. BEDROOMS: There are six (6) bedrooms for residents in care. All rooms are private rooms, which were approved by the LAFD to be bedridden rooms, and all bedrooms are cleared for non-ambulatory residents. Rooms # 1, 5, and 6 need a chest of drawers. All bedrooms were supplied with all required bedding and linens. There is sufficient lighting as well as closet and drawer space available for room 2, 3, and 4. SUPPLIES: Sufficient supplies of linens were missing, and will be purchased: Blankets, sheets, pillowcases, to permit changing weekly or more often. BATHROOMS: There are two (2) full bathrooms, with shower and bathtubs, and one-half bathroom. Bathrooms have showers with grab bars and non-skid mats. However, toilets were missing grab bars, and shower areas were missing a shower curtain. Additionally, the bathroom will require a hand washing sign. There are sufficient supplies of towels, paper goods and personal hygiene supplies. Hot water delivered was 107.9 to 108.7 degrees Fahrenheit. SURROUNDING GROUNDS/OUTDOOR AREA: The exterior passageways were clean. The patio is furnished with outdoor furniture for residents’ use, and shade is available. The building has a central entrance for residents and visitors. Passageways are clear. Main gate has doorknob, which will be kept unlocked at all times. At the time of the visit the LPA observed one (1) Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU). The ADU unit is separated from the main address by a fence and is not accessible to residents in care. The Fire inspection did not include the ADU. Continues on LIC 809C... Pre-Licensing is incomplete with deficiencies to be resolved by 06/01/2025. Follow up Pre-licensure LIC809 will be generated upon resolution. · A thermometer for the refrigerator and freezer. · Rooms # 1, 5, and 6 need a chest of drawers. · Sufficient supplies of linens were missing, and will be purchased: Blankets, sheets, pillowcases, to permit changing weekly or more often. · Toilets grab bars, toilet paper holders, shower areas need shower curtains, hand washing signs. Washer and Dryer installed. The applicant completed Component III orientation. This report will be sent to the Centralized Application Bureau (CAB). You will be notified by the CAB Analyst when your license has been approved. You are not allowed to begin operating until you have been notified that your license has been approved by the CAB Analyst. Failure to comply could affect approval of your license. Exit interview was conducted and reviewed with the applicant. A copy of the report was issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 27, 2025
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?
- Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?
- 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 Los Angeles County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Varna Assisted Living
Van Nuys · Small home · 0.2 mi away
$4,150 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Goldencare Valley Glen
North Hollywood · Small home · 0.3 mi away
$4,750 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Paradise in the Valley
Van Nuys · Mid-size home · 0.3 mi away
$3,650 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Your Home Assisted Living
Van Nuys · Small home · 0.4 mi away
$4,200 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Terner Home 2
Van Nuys · Small home · 0.4 mi away
$4,150 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Villa Catherine Senior Care Facility
North Hollywood · Small home · 0.6 mi away
$4,300 a month to start · Covelight estimate