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Royalty Guest Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Canoga Park, California

Licensed since 2006Licence #197606562
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,800 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,950–$5,900
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit4 of 6 beds occupiedNovember 15, 2021 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJune 2, 2026CDSS inspection record

Royalty Guest Home is a small care home in Canoga Park — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 2006. Dementia care 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 Royalty Guest Home

Is Royalty Guest Home licensed?

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

How many residents is Royalty Guest Home licensed for?

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

Has Royalty Guest Home been cited?

0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 9 state visits over the same years.

Is Royalty Guest Home still open?

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

What does Royalty Guest Home cost?

$4,800 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,950–$5,900. 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 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 Royalty Guest Home 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 Royalty Guest Home, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is 2.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Royalty Guest Home keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 1 resident, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Royalty Guest Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “ROYALTY GUEST HOME, INC.”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #197606562. 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 Royalty Guest Home, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 9 state inspection visits since 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation on file since 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 9 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is June 2, 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 careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 1 resident
  • 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
6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 1.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 1 — 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

$4,800a month to start

Likely $3,950–$5,900

From 12 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,800a month

Likely $3,950–$6,100

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

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$4,800likely $3,950–$5,900

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 12 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 $3,950–$6,100
$4,800
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,600–$9,200
$6,800
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.
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 12 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.

12 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$5,500.

  • Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
  • Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
  • Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
  • Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
  • We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
  • It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Show the 12 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 20609 Bryant Street, Canoga Park, CA 91306Address 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 8 documents for this home, and its records count 9 visits since 2006. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated June 2, 2026.

On file since
2021
State visits
9
Most recent visit
June 2, 2026
Occupied · November 15, 2021 visit
4 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated November 15, 2021. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (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 citations1typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations1typical 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 2006.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202611020252202024110202311020221102021221

The last 36 months — 4 of 8 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Jun 2, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA), Leslie Ngo-Castaneda conducted an unannounced required 1-year inspection at this facility at approximately. LPA were greeted by staff, Mae Tacal and was explained the reason for the visit. At 1:41PM the administrator, Elena Angusta, arrived and was disclosed the purpose of the visit. LPA conducted a tour of the physical plant at approximately 1:51 PM to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. Common areas were observed for the ability to safely serve the needs residents. These included the kitchen, dining room area and living room. The common areas were checked for cleanliness and furniture was checked for functionality. Common areas observed to be furnished appropriately. LPA reviewed the food service areas, food storage and supply (perishable and nonperishable foods). The kitchen food supply was observed and sufficient for the six (6) residents currently residing there. Two (2) days of perishable food observed. The freezer is stocked with meats and frozen vegetables. S Laundry room is outside the facility. The appliances observed to be functional. Due to time constraints this required annual will be completed at a later time. Exit interview conducted/Copy of report giventhe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 2, 2026
20252 state visits · 2 documents
Sep 12, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

On 9/12/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Perchui Milena Khurshudyan conducted an unannounced Case Management visit to the facility in order to amend the deficiency page that was issued during the visit conducted on 4/17/2018. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by the Administrator Elena Angustia and explained the reason for the visit. LPA conducted a physical plant walk through to ensure that the facility is in compliance with rules and regulations under California Code of Regulations, Title 22. During today's visit, LPA provided the facility with the amended deficiency page to replace the one originally issued on 4/17/2018. The amendment was necessary to correct clerical/technical error on the previously issued form. No new deficiency was observed and issued during today's case management visit. An exit interview was conducted and copy of this report and the new amended deficiency page were provided to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 12, 2025
Jun 19, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 6/19/25 an unannounced annual visit was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Perchui Milena Khurshudyan. Upon arrival, LPA met with the facility Administrator Elena Angustia, who granted access to the facility. LPA introduced herself by showing her badge and explained the reason for the visit. LPA Khurshudyan reviewed the required postings on a wall throughout the facility. The inspection tool was used to complete today's visit. During today's visit, LPA conducted a physical plant walk through at approximately 10:55am, to ensure that the facility is in compliance with rules and regulations under California Code of Regulations, Title 22.The following was observed: The facility is a single-story home and is licensed for capacity of six (6) residents, of which six (6) may be non-ambulatory and of which fire clearance for one (1) Bedridden. Facility also has a hospice waiver for one (1) resident. There are five (5) bedrooms designated for residents’ use. All bedrooms observed to be appropriately furnished and have appropriate lighting. There are two (2) bathrooms in the facility designated for residents’ and staff use. LPA observed bathrooms have soap, paper towels and hand washing signs. The hot water temperature measured at 11:15am to be 123.1°F. Extra towels and linens were readily available in the linen closet located in the hallway. There are grab bars for each toilet and shower, bathrooms have non-skid mats. All trash cans in bathrooms had fitted lids to protect from cross contamination. LPA observed facility alarms were present on all exit doors and signals were operational. SMOKE DETECTORS/CARBON MONOXIDE. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide are hard wired, inter-connected and were located throughout the facility. At 12:30pm they were tested and observed to be operational. The facility has two (2) fire extinguishers that was last purchased on 7/16/2024. Continue on LIC809-C KITCHEN: The facility has a Kitchen area that is equipped with a two (2) refrigerators, microwave oven, dish washer and sink. The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA observed the kitchen area to be dirty and not sanitary. There was sufficient stock of one-week non-perishable foods and two days of perishable foods. Stored foods were not properly labeled. Food storage and preparation areas observed to be cluttered and unorganized. LPA observed that sharp objects were stored inside the unlocked kitchen cabinet and accessible to residents in care. LPA also observed chemical bug spray on the kitchen floor and informed by the caregiver that there is a cockroach in the facility. Extra emergency food was also stored inside the kitchen cabinets. Temperature was measured at 12:35pm to be 81°F. MEDICATION: LPA observed centrally stored medication unlocked inside one of the staff’s unlocked room and numerous medications openly placed on the kitchen table. First Aid kit was locked inside the hallway storage cabinet, inaccessible to residents in care and it was checked by the LPA to be complete. Facility has two (2) staff for AM shift and one (1) awake caregiver for PM shift. COMMON AREAS: LPA observed the living room and the dining room to be generally clean and furnished, however, the area was cluttered by files, documents, papers etc. Facility has land line; LPA checked its operational. There is a fireplace, which is blocked by the sofa and LPA was informed that the fireplace is not-operational. LAUNDRY ROOM: Laundry machines are located outside of the facility inside locked fenced area. LPA observed chemicals stored openly in the kitchen and staff room areas, available to residents residing in the facility. LPA discussed the importance of keeping potentially dangerous items locked at all times. SURROUNDING GROUNDS: LPA observed sufficient yard space with fenced backyard. LPA discussed the importance of maintaining the care and supervision to meet the needs of clients. Exit doors were unlocked however, obstructions were observed on the exit areas. The facility does not have a swimming pool or body of water. FILE REVIEW: Between 11:00am to 12:30pm, LPA reviewed records and files of two (2) residents and three (3) staff/caregivers. A review of staff and resident records appeared to be not complete. There are no residents with prohibited conditions residing at the facility. Continue on LIC809-C An emergency exit plan/sketch along with other posting requirements are posted on the wall by the entrance area. Medications Review: At approximately 12:35pm LPA reviewed Centrally Stored Medication Destruction Records for proper documentation. All medications were properly recorded, however, PRN medications did not have written orders from a physicians. LPA collected LIC500, LIC9020, copy of Liability Insurance Certificate. Deficiencies issued during today’s visit. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report signed and delivered.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 19, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jul 15, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

At 9:50 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Huma Rahimi, conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the facility mentioned above. LPA met with the Administrator, Elena Angustia and explained the reason for the visit. At 10:20 AM, physical tour was conducted with the Administrator and LPA observed the following: Kitchen: At approximately, 10:21 AM LPA toured the kitchen area and observed enough supplies of staple non-perishable for minimum 1 week and perishable for 2 days at the facility. LPA observed a scissor in one of the drawers in the kitchen accessible to residents in care. LPA also observed roaches crawling on the kitchen food, utensils, walls, and inside the fridge. LPA also observed a think pile of grease/dust in the kitchen. A spray of Ant & Roach (Raid Brand) was also observed and accessible to residents in care. Other knives were observed locked. All trash cans were observed without a tight-fitting lids. Medications: At approximately, 10:22 AM LPA observed medications are centrally stored and locked in a kitchen cabinet. LPA observed over the counter medication for severe congestion & cough in Bedroom # five (5), and two full bottles of Lactulose 10 Gram in Bedroom # two (2) accessible to residents in care. Additionally, review of R1's random medication revealed that the facility has a full completely sealed bottle of Atorvastatin 10MG to prevent heart attack, or stroke which was filled on 10/30/2023, with 100 tablets. A second empty bottle of Atorvastatin 10MG with one hundred (100) tablets, date filled on 02/20/2024, was observed empty. LPA did not observe any new bottle or any discontinuation notes on the Centrally Stored Medication and Destruction Record (LIC 622). LPA asked the Administrator and the staff for explaining and both staff could not provide any answers. A deficiency will be cited. Continue on LIC 809C Bedrooms: The facility has five (5) resident bedrooms of which three (3) were vacant. There was one room designated for staff. All resident bedrooms, including the vacant rooms, were properly furnished and supplied with appropriate bedding and linens. Rooms observed to have bedspread, sheets, pillowcase, LPA observed roaches in the resident’s bedrooms as well as spider webs in the ceiling. One of the vacant bedrooms also had a leak in the corner of the closet in the ceiling and the upper portion of the wall. Trash cans did not have any tight-fitting lids. Bathrooms: LPA observed two (2) bathrooms and both needed to be clean. The sink in one of the bathrooms was clogged. LPA also observed two (2) bottles of Cloralen with bleach sprays in the bathroom cabinet accessible to residents in care. The bathrooms were properly supplied with toilet papers, soap and paper towels. LPA observed appropriate grab bar and resident's bathroom had non-skid mat. At 10:41 AM, hot water temperature measured at 150°F. Common Areas: The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 78°F. The living room and dining area did not appear clean. They were furnished. The living room has a television, comfortable furniture. No obstructions and or tripping hazards throughout the facility. The fire extinguisher by the front door and in the kitchen were expired and were dated from 12/06/2018. Outside areas: At approximately, 10:45 AM, LPA toured the outside area of the facility. There was a locked fenced area designated for laundry and laundry detergents were observed locked. The facility has four separate storage rooms. Two out of four storage rooms were observed unlocked of which one storage room had paints and other chemicals. All windows and door paths from inside and outside needed cleaning. Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide. Smoke detectors were located throughout the facility, and at 10:55 AM they were tested and observed to be operational. Carbon monoxide was located in a hallway and was also tested and observed to be operational. Continue on LIC 809C Between 11:30 AM, to 1:00 PM, LPA reviewed records of two (2) residents and two (2) staff. LPA observed two out of two resident records were incomplete and missing forms. Appraisal/Needs and Services Plan (LIC 625) and Physician Report (LIC 602A) were missing. LPA observed that two (2) out of two (2) staff did not have valid/current First Aid/CPR training on file. Residents and staff records did not appear to be complete and updated. Administrative: LPA collected Certificate of Liability Insurance, and LIC500. Deficiencies cited during today’s visit. Appeal rights explained. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report signed and delivered.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 15, 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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  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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