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Rite Care Assisted Living Ch
Small home·Licensed for 6·Los Angeles, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,450 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,500–$6,750
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
- Last state visitOctober 7, 2025CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderRite Care Homes, Inc.Since 2020 · 2 licensed homes
Rite Care Assisted Living Ch is a small care home in Los Angeles — 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 2020. Dementia care and hospice 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 Rite Care Assisted Living Ch
Is Rite Care Assisted Living Ch licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Rite Care Assisted Living Ch licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Rite Care Assisted Living Ch been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.
Is Rite Care Assisted Living Ch still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Rite Care Assisted Living Ch cost?
$5,450 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,500–$6,750. 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 24 small homes and similar homes within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 9 other homes of a similar licensed size in Los Angeles that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,375 to $8,250 a month, and the middle figure is $7,000 (n = 9 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.
Does Rite Care Assisted Living Ch 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 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?
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is 1.1 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 Ch 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?”
Rite Care Assisted Living Ch license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “RITE CARE ASSISTED LIVING CH”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #197610014. 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 in 2020, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 3 state inspection visits since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 3 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is October 7, 2025, 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 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 2 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 6 NON-AMBULATORY OF WHICH 2 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. APPROVED FOR CAPACITY OF 4 HOSPICE RESIDENTS.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
5 questions to ask the home — nothing on file yet
- 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?”
- 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
$5,450a month to start
Likely $4,500–$6,750
From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,450a month
Likely $4,500–$6,900
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$5,450likely $4,500–$6,750
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 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 $4,500–$6,900
- $5,450
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,200–$9,950
- $7,450
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.
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 24 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.
24 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,050–$8,000.
- 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 24 nearby homes behind this estimate
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- The LighthouseToluca Lake · 5.5 mi · Mid-size home$2,500Listed on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity of VerdugoBurbank · 5.5 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Bentley ManorLos Angeles · 6.1 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Coastal HouseLos Angeles · 6.3 mi · Small home$9,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity Homes of BurbankBurbank · 6.4 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Harvard Hope HouseLos Angeles · 6.5 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Atwater Village SouthLos Angeles · 6.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio with alcove · seen September 9, 2026
- Seniors' HavenBurbank · 6.6 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Ladera Sunrise Care HomeLos Angeles · 7.1 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Ladera VistaLos Angeles · 7.4 mi · Small home$9,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Oakridge InnGlendale · 7.5 mi · Small home$9,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Alameda Board & CareGlendale · 7.5 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Dryden GardensGlendale · 7.6 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Victor Jem Happy HomesBurbank · 8.2 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity HomesGlendale · 8.2 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Chateau MagnoliaBurbank · 8.3 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Grace Residential Care FacilityGlendale · 8.7 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Ardenville Home Care IBurbank · 8.7 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Blue HorizonNorth Hollywood · 9.0 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Blue Horizon EldercareNorth Hollywood · 9.0 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Hollywood Healthy LivingSun Valley · 9.1 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Anne's Golden Years HomeLos Angeles · 9.5 mi · Small home$2,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 829 N. Crescent Heights Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046Address 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 2021, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits since 2020. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated October 7, 2025.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 3
- Most recent visit
- October 7, 2025
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 2020.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 2 of 4 documents
Oct 7, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 10/07/25, at 10:15am, Licensing Program Analyst, (LPA) Raymond Comer, arrived to conduct an unannounced annual visit of the facility. LPA met with Facility Administrator, Ruzanna Sukiassyan, and reason for the visit was disclosed. Facility is licensed as a single-story residence; fire clearance is licensed for six (6) non-ambulatory residents; ages 60 and older. Two (2) residents may be bedridden; hospice waiver is for four (4) residents. Facility has four (4) bedrooms, and two (2) bathrooms. Currently, there are (1) residents receiving hospice services. At 10:40am, LPA conducted a tour of the physical plant with the Administrator, and observed the following: Physical plant was inspected for cleanliness and condition. Facility’s main door is the primary entry/exit access point. Emergency exits are at the rear of the living room area. Visitor Sign-in sheet, hand sanitizer, gloves and masks are available. Hand washing, coughing etiquette, and other related signage is posted throughout the facility. Room temperature is comfortable; wall thermostat displays a setting of 74.0°F; within the required range. Required postings are prominently displayed and observed to be current. Disaster drills were last conducted on 6/15/2025. Fire detection: Sensors (Dual smoke carbon monoxide detectors) are located throughout the facility. Detectors were tested and function properly. LPA observed one fire extinguisher hanging on the wall in the kitchen area; last service date was 9/20/25. [LIC 809C]-Continued KITCHEN: LPA observed kitchen as clean, equipped with a functional stove, multiple appliances, and stocked with an adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable foods. Emergency food is stored and locked in pantry cabinets near the kitchen area. Food is observed as properly labeled and stored. Kitchen cabinets contain dishes, plastic, paper goods and utensils. Knives and sharps are stored and locked in kitchen drawer, inaccessible to residents. MEDICATIONS: Medication room is located in a living room storage closet; area was found locked and inaccessible to residents. Facility has fully stocked first aid kit and manual located and in the medication area. However, centrally stored prescription and PRN medication has NOT been logged showing medication dispensing charting. Deficiency will be cited on LIC 809-D. LAUNDRY: LPA observed the laundry room located in storage room across from the kitchen area. Laundry machines, soaps, and other cleaning agents are secured and inaccessible for residents. Linen storage was observed to have adequate supply of linen and towels. GARAGE: There is no garage at the facility; only a driveway in the front of the facility. COMMONS: LPA observed all common areas of the facility, including the resident dining area. LPA observed common areas to be clean, organized, properly furnished and in excellent condition. Facility is furnished with piano, television, reading materials, and board games for residents use. BEDROOMS: All bedrooms are observed as clean and clear of clutter, with sufficient lighting, properly furnished with bedding, linens, and at least one chair, and night stand. BATHROOMS: All bathrooms were observed to be clean and sanitary with necessary supplies, and required safety fixtures (grab bars, anti-slip floor stripping). Hot water temperature measured at 108.0°F. Within the required range. OUTDOOR: The (backyard) area observed to have a shaded patio, with table, and sufficient seating for the residents. Outdoor furniture was observed to be in good condition. A storage shed in the backyard contains PPE and incontinent products for residents; shed was observed as locked during the visit. Outdoor area observed as clean and clear from obstruction. No bodies of water are located on the premises. [LIC809C]-Continued RESIDENT RECORDS: Records were located in the living room storage closet; locked and inaccessible to residents. A total of three (3) resident files were reviewed for current IPP and/or Needs and Services plans, physician report, admission agreements and all relevant documents. Resident records appeared to be complete and current. STAFF RECORDS: Records were located in the living room storage closet; locked and inaccessible to residents. A total of four (4) Staff files were reviewed. Criminal record clearances were present, and Staff are associated to this facility. Staff records appear to be complete and current. Per the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, deficiencies are cited and noted on LIC 809D. Exit interview conducted, appeal rights and copy of report signed and delivered.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 7, 2025
Oct 15, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 10/15/24, at 10:28am, Licensing Program Analyst, (LPA) Raymond Comer, arrived to conduct an unannounced annual visit of the facility. LPA met with Facility Administrator, Narine Mamyan, and reason for the visit was disclosed. Facility is licensed as a single-story residence; fire clearance is licensed for six (6) non-ambulatory residents; ages 60 and older. Two (2) residents may be bedridden; hospice waiver is for four (4) residents. Facility has four (4) bedrooms, and two (2) bathrooms. At 10:45am, LPA conducted a tour of the physical plant with the Administrator, and observed the following: Physical plant was inspected for cleanliness and condition. Facility’s main door is the primary entry/exit access point. Emergency exits are at the rear of the living room area, and at each bedroom. Visitor Sign-in sheet, hand sanitizer, gloves and masks are available. Covid 19 prevention protocols are posted. Hand washing, coughing etiquette, and other necessary signage is posted throughout the facility. Room temperature is comfortable; wall thermostat displays a setting of 73.0°F; within the required range. Required postings are prominently displayed and observed to be current. Disaster drills were last conducted on 7/22/2024. Fire Detection system is present. Dual smoke-carbon monoxide detectors are located throughout the facility. Detectors were tested and function properly. LPA observed one fire extinguisher hanging on the wall in the kitchen area; last service date was 7/15/24. [LIC 809C-Continued] Kitchen: At 11:25 am, LPA observed kitchen as clean, equipped with a functional stove, multiple appliances, with an adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable foods. Emergency food is stored and locked in pantry cabinets near the kitchen area. Food is observed as properly labeled and stored. Kitchen cabinets contain dishes, plastic, paper goods and utensils. Knives and sharps are stored and locked in kitchen drawer, inaccessible to residents. Medications were observed as stored in a living room storage closet; area was found locked and inaccessible to residents. Facility has fully stocked first aid kit and manual located and in the medication area. Medications are listed on a centrally stored medication and destruction record log. Laundry: LPA observed the laundry room located in storage room across from the kitchen area. Laundry machines, soaps, and other cleaning agents are secured and inaccessible for residents. Linen storage observed to have adequate supply of linen and towels. Garage: There is no garage at the facility only a drive way in the front yard. Commons: LPA observed all common areas of the facility, including the resident dining area. LPA observed common areas to be clean, organized, properly furnished and in excellent condition. Facility is furnished with piano, television, reading materials, and board games for residents use. Bedrooms are observed as clean, with sufficient lighting, properly furnished with bedding, linens, and at least one chair, and night stand. Bathrooms were observed to be clean and sanitary with necessary supplies, and required safety fixtures (grab bars, anti-slip floor stripping). Hot water temperature measured at 113.0°F. Within the required range. Outdoor (backyard) area observed to have a shaded patio, with table with sufficient seating for the residents. Outdoor furniture observed to be in good condition. A storage shed in the backyard contains PPE and incontinent products for residents; this shed was observed to be locked during the visit. Outdoor area observed as clean and clear from obstruction. No bodies of water are located on the premises. Resident records: A total of six (6) resident files were reviewed for current IPP and/or Needs and Services plans, physician report, and admission agreements. Resident records appeared to be complete and current. [LIC 809C-Continued] Staff records: A total of five (5) Staff files were reviewed. Criminal record clearances were present. Staff are associated to this facility. Staff records appear to be complete and current. There were no immediate health and safety hazards observed at the time of this inspection. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided to the Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 15, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Rite Care Homes, Inc., licensed since 2020, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
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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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Better Living & Care II
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