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Serenity Hill Residential Care Home
Mid-size home·Licensed for 12·Oakdale, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchairState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$3,450 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $2,700–$4,550
- Home sizeLicensed for 12Mid-size care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMay 21, 2026CDSS inspection record
Serenity Hill Residential Care Home is a mid-size care home in Oakdale — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 12 residents since 2007. Dementia care, hospice care and bedridden care are not on file.
Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
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Quick answers about Serenity Hill Residential Care Home
Is Serenity Hill Residential Care Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Serenity Hill Residential Care Home licensed for?
12 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Serenity Hill Residential Care Home been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Serenity Hill Residential Care Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Serenity Hill Residential Care Home cost?
$3,450 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $2,700–$4,550. 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 8 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 13 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 12 other homes of a similar licensed size across Stanislaus County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $2,900 to $4,950 a month, and the middle figure is $3,400 (n = 12 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 Serenity Hill Residential Care 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 Abania, Jacinta Aleni T., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Oak Valley Hospital District is 1.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Serenity Hill Residential Care Home 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?”
Serenity Hill Residential Care Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “SERENITY HILL RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #507003678. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 12 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Abania, Jacinta Aleni T., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is May 21, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 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
- BedriddenNot on file · ask the home
State licensing record · September 27, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
LICENSED TO SERVE 6 NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS 60 YEARS AND OVER WITH AN APPROVED HOSPICE CAPACITY OF 8.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 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
$3,450a month to start
Likely $2,700–$4,550
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$3,450a month
Likely $2,700–$4,750
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$3,450likely $2,700–$4,550
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 13 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 $2,700–$4,750
- $3,450
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,300–$7,850
- $5,450
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 8 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 13 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.
8 homes like this within 13 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,150–$4,950.
- 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 8 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Astoria at OakdaleOakdale · 0.5 mi · Mid-size home$2,150Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Crossroads ManorRiverbank · 6.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Graceful Living at RiverbankRiverbank · 6.9 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Safe Haven Central ValleyModesto · 8.1 mi · Small home$4,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sisters Assisted LivingModesto · 11 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Dutchollow Suites IModesto · 11 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Stephen's HomeModesto · 12 mi · Small home$2,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Graceful Living at ModestoModesto · 13 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 643 Hill Road, Oakdale, CA 95361Address from the public record · September 27, 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 7 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2007. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated May 21, 2026.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- May 21, 2026
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints0typical 1
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 327 licensed mid-size homes (7–15 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 2007.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 7 documents
May 21, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jason Lund arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct a one year required visit. LPA Lund met with Administrator Jacinta Abania and explained the purpose of today's visit.. The facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents and has a hospice waiver for 8. Census:9 LPA Lund and Administrator Jacinta Abania toured/inspected the grounds and observed them to be well maintained. All paths were free of obstruction. There is a shaded area and patio furniture available for residents to enjoy outdoor activities. All window screens were in good repair. There are outdoor activities for residents that include gardening and bird watching. LPA Lund inspected the interior of the facility. At the time of this inspection there was 2 staff members present as well as the Administrator and Licensee. The facility was sanitary and free of odor. All required furniture was present and the furniture and appliances were observed to be in good repair. LPA Lund observed all required postings displayed in a prominent place. There was adequate lighting throughout including night lights in the hallway. The bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats were available for the shower/bath areas. The bathroom water temperature measured at 116. degrees which is within the require range of 105 degrees Fahrenheit to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility thermostat was set at a comfortable temperature for the residents. There is an adequate supply of linens on hand. The first aid kit was determined to be complete. The smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were observed to be in good working order. There is an indoor sprinkler fire suppression system in place. The emergency disaster plan was reviewed and is current. The fire extinguishers were last serviced in April 20, 2026 and are compliant. There are generators on site in the event of a power outage. The facility maintains emergency lighting, water and food. LPA Lund inspected the kitchen and observed a 2- day supply of perishable food and a 7-0 day supply of non perishable food. All refrigerated food that has been removed from the original packaging was labeled and dated. LPA Lund reviewed 4 Residents and 3 Staff files and determined the files to be complete and in compliance. No deficiencies are being cited on today’s visit and copy of the report left.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 21, 2026
Apr 9, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 04/09/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Renee Campbell arrived to the facility unannounced to conduct an annual inspection. LPA Campbell met with Juris Abania, House Manager and explained the purpose of the visit. Upon entry to the facility, LPA Campbell observed several residents in recliners in the living room watching tv. Other residents remained in their rooms resting. Several licensing documents were posted on the wall such as the administrator's certificate (Jacinta Aleni Abania, #7000249748), facility license, emergency disaster plan, and facility sketch. The physical plant is a one story building with 8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and office space. There are two sheds in the backyard for supplies and pets. The facility is licensed to serve 6 non-ambulatory residents, aged 60 and over with an approved hospice capacity of 8. The files for 3 residents were reviewed and were found to be complete. All staff found on the roster were fingerprint cleared. The thermostat is set at 68 degrees Fahrenheit (F) which is between the required temperatures of 68 degrees F (26 degrees Celsius (C)) and 85 degrees F (30 degrees C). For the safety of residents, LPA Campbell observed that knives, medication and cleaners were locked and inaccessible to clients. The first aid kit contained bandages, tweezers, scissors and thermometer and was complete. Three fire extinguishers were observed in the facility. They were fully charged and were last inspected on 02/24/2025. LPA Campbel observed 2 days of perishable foods and 7 days of non-perishable foods for residents. In the backyard, pathways were unobstructed. One shed was used for yard supplies and ppe and another shed was used to provider shelter for two dogs that belonged to the licensee and house manager. In regards to prior deficiencies, LPA Campbell observed the updated admission agreement that stated facility refund conditions and the refund conditions in the event of death. Per California Code of Regulations (CCR's) - Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, no deficiencies are being cited. An exit interview was conducted with Juris Abania, House Manager and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 9, 2025
May 21, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 5/21/24 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maja Jensen arrived at facility unannounced to conduct a required one year annual visit. LPA Jensen met with Administrator Jacinta Abania and explained the purpose of today's visit. The current census is 11. The facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents and has a hospice waiver for 8. LPA Jensen toured the grounds and observed them to be well maintained. All paths were free of obstruction. There is a shaded area and patio furniture available for residents to enjoy outdoor activities. All window screens were in good repair. There are outdoor activities for residents that include gardening and bird watching. LPA Jensen toured the interior of the facility. At the time of this inspection there was 2 staff members present as well as the Administrator and Licensee. All staff present had criminal background clearance and were associated to the facility. The facility was sanitary and free of odor. All required furniture was present and the furniture and appliances were observed to be in good repair. LPA Jensen observed all required postings displayed in a prominent place. There was adequate lighting throughout including night lights in the hallway. The bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats were available for the shower/bath areas. The bathroom water temperature measured at 117.5 degrees which is within the require range of 105 degrees Fahrenheit to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility thermostat was set at a comfortable temperature for the residents. There is an adequate supply of linens on hand. The first aid kit was determined to be complete. The smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were observed to be in good working order. There is an indoor sprinkler fire suppression system in place. The emergency disaster plan was reviewed and is current. The fire extinguishers were last serviced in March of 2024 and are compliant. There are generators on site in the event of a power outage. The facility maintains emergency lighting, water and food. LPA Jensen inspected the kitchen and observed a 2 day supply of perishable food and a 7 day supply of non perishable food. All refrigerated food that has been removed from the original packaging was labeled and dated. LPA Jensen interviewed 4 clients. 4 of 4 clients stated they were satisfied with all aspects of care. LPA Jensen interviewed 2 of 2 staff members and both were able to answer all questions adequately. LPA Jensen reviewed 3 of 3 staff files and determined the files to be complete and in compliance. 5 of 11 resident files were reviewed. 4 of 11 resident files reviewed contained clauses pertaining to no refund upon death which contradicts the Health Safety Code (HSC) §1569.652. 2 Resident files have physician reports stating the resident is bedridden however the facility lacks fire clearance for bedridden residents. LPA Jensen reviewed the liability insurance and determined it to be current with adequate minimum liability limits. LPA Jensen requested and received the LIC 500 and LIC 308. Technical assistance was provided on Hospice Care and the Department's Hospice Resource Guide, version date 8/30/2021 was provided. LPA Jensen left the facility for lunch from 2pm to 2:45pm. Deficiencies are being cited pursuant to the California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22, Division 6 and civil penalties are being assessed. The inspection tool was used during the course of this annual inspection. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report and appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 21, 2024
The state marks this report as 7 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
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?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Stanislaus County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Astoria at Oakdale
Oakdale · Mid-size home · 0.5 mi away
$2,150 a month to start · Listed by the home
Graceful Living at Oakdale 2
Oakdale · Small home · 0.7 mi away
$3,750 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Asara Senior Care
Oakdale · Mid-size home · 1.1 mi away
$4,750 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Belmare Senior Living
Oakdale · Large community · 1.4 mi away
$4,125 a month to start · Listed by the home
Graceful Living at Oakdale
Oakdale · Small home · 1.9 mi away
$3,650 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Graceful Living at Oakdale 3
Oakdale · Small home · 2.1 mi away
$3,750 a month to start · Covelight estimate