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Serenity Seniors Home I
Small home·Licensed for 6·Compton, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,100 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,350–$5,050
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
- Last state visitApril 29, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderSerenity Seniors Home, Inc.Since 2007 · 3 licensed homes
Serenity Seniors Home I is a small care home in Compton — 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 2007. 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 Serenity Seniors Home I
Is Serenity Seniors Home I licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Serenity Seniors Home I licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Serenity Seniors Home I been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Serenity Seniors Home I still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Serenity Seniors Home I cost?
$4,100 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,350–$5,050. 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 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.
Does Serenity Seniors Home I 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 Serenity Seniors Home, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Serenity Seniors Home, Inc. — at least 4 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
St. Francis Medical Center is 2.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Serenity Seniors Home I 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 Seniors Home I license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “SERENITY SENIORS HOME I”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #197607301. 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 Serenity Seniors Home, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2007, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is April 29, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 5 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident
State licensing record · September 13, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
FACILITY LICENSED TO SERVE ELDERLY RESIDENTS AGE 60 AND ABOVE. PER FIRE CLEARANCE, FACILITY APPROVED TO RETAIN 5 NON-AMBULATORY AND 1 BEDRIDDEN CLIENT. FACILITY MAY ACCEPT OR RETAIN 1 RESIDENT ON HOSPICE.
910 - DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED (DD)
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
$4,100a month to start
Likely $3,350–$5,050
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,100a month
Likely $3,350–$5,250
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$4,100likely $3,350–$5,050
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 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 $3,350–$5,250
- $4,100
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,950–$8,400
- $6,100
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 8 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.
8 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$6,400.
- 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
- Helping Hands With CareCompton · 2.6 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Floresma Guest HomeLong Beach · 3.6 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Drock Home CareCarson · 3.9 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rose Garden Villa IILong Beach · 3.9 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- European Christian HomeBellflower · 4.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Prime Villa CloudLong Beach · 4.0 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Rose Garden Villa at BixbyLong Beach · 4.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Harmony Home CareCarson · 5.0 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 217 S. Essey Ave., Compton, CA 90221Address from the public record · September 13, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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The state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.
Since 2022, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2007. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 29, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- April 29, 2026
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints0typical 0
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2007.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 5 documents
Apr 29, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Incident
On 04/29/26 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Villegas conducted a case management visit in response to Special Incident Report submitted to CCLD on 04/28/26 for allegation made on 04/27/26; regarding Resident #1 (R1). LPA met with DeAnthony Hardiman as the purpose of the visit was explained. During case management visit LPA Villegas conducted a Health & Safety visit which consisted of the following: tour of the physical plant and obtaining copies of the following records for R1: Emergency ID form, Admission agreement dated: 11/14/24, Physicians report dated 01/28/25, Needs and service Plan dated:04/03/25, and individualized restricted health care condition care plan dated: 12/25/25. LPA also obtained copies of the staff and Resident rosters. On 04/29/26 LPA conducted interview with S1-S4 regarding the allegation above. On 04/29/26 LPA attempted to conducted interview with R1, however LPA was unsuccessful due to communication barriers. On 04/29/26 LPA conducted telephone interview with witness #1-2 (W1-W2). Due to insufficient information available at this time, the above allegations need further follow-up. No immediate Health & Safety issues were observed. Exit interview conducted, and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 29, 2026
Dec 18, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 12/18/2025 at 11:03am , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brown conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with DeAnthony Haridman (Administrator) as the purpose of the visit was explained. The facility is licensed to serve 9 non-ambulatory and 1 bedridden developmentally disabled residents age 60 and above. The facility may accept or retain 1 resident on hospice. The residents are South Central Los Angeles Regional Center residents. The facility has a current administrator certificate 6068494740 for DeAnthony Haridman valid from 03/29/2024 - 03/28/2026. The facility fees are paid in full (as of 12/16/2025- confirmation code 989812). The facility has liability insurance with James River Insurance Company (NAIC#12203) with each occurrence at $1,000,000 and general aggregate at $3,000,000 (policy #0067943-10) effective date 08/11/2025 - 08/11/2026. The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. The property consists of the following: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, family room/office, living room, kitchen, dining room, indoor and outdoor activity area, a detached garage that house emergency water and food supply, and has a laundry room inside. Between the hours 11:11am - 11:34am , LPA conducted a tour of the facility with DeAnthony Haridman. All resident rooms were checked. Mattresses and box springs were in good condition, adequate lighting was observed, plenty of dresser and closet space was observed. Walls and floors were clean and in good repair. Bed linens, comforters and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulation. Toilets and water faucets worked properly. Shower was free of mold/mildew, there is adequate lighting, and sufficient toiletries accessible to clients. The water temperature properly measured between 105-120°F ( Bathroom #1:115 °F, Bathroom #2: 117.6 °F, Bathroom 3: 119.3 °F, Bathroom 5: 119.5 °F and Kitchen 117.6 °F). Report continues on LIC 809-C Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. Carbon monoxide detector is dual with smoke detectors was observed and operational. Fire extinguishers were fully charged, toxins and knifes were locked and inaccessible to clients. Posted is emergency disaster plan. Last Emergency Drill (fire and earthquake) was conducted on 12/01/2025. Medications were centrally stored and properly locked, first aid kit was checked and fully stocked. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. Exits/ Walkways around the home were free of debris and hazards Between the hours of 11:49am - 12:15pm, LPA conducted a records review of (2) residents records, (4) staff records, (0) Personal & Incidental Records and reviewed the facility disaster plan. All client & staff records were complete. The facility disaster plan was current and in compliance with Title 22 at the time of visit. LPA reviewed (2) Client Medication Administrations Records and did not observed any discrepancies at the time of visit. No discrepancies were observed, exit interview conducted with DeAnthony Haridman (Administrator), and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 18, 2025
Dec 3, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 12/03/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Villegas conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with Licensee Maya Astier as the purpose of the visit was explained. Licensee was provided with upcoming fees info. Facility is licensed to serve 9 non-ambulatory and 1 bedridden developmentally disabled residents age 60 and above. Facility may accept or retain 1 resident on hospice. Residents are linked to the South Central Los Angeles Regional center. Facility has active liability Insurance with expiration date of 03/24/2025. The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, family room/office, living room, kitchen, dining room, indoor and outdoor activity area, a detached garage that house emergency water and food supply, and has a laundry room inside. Bedrooms were checked, mattresses and box springs were in good condition, adequate lighting, plenty of dresser and closet space was observed. Bathroom toilets and water faucets worked properly, shower was free of mold/mildew, and there are sufficient toiletries accessible to clients. The water temperature properly measured between 105-120 F.. A supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed, toxins and knifes were stored and inaccessible to clients, no weapons nor bodies of water on the premises, exits and walkways are free of debris/hazards. LPA conducted a records review of 2 staff records, 4 resident records, and 4 medication administration records, no discrepancies observed. Medications were centrally stored and properly locked, first aid kit was checked and fully stocked. The last fire was conducted on 10/01/24, fire extinguisher fully charged, carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are operational. No discrepancies were observed, exit interview conducted, and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 3, 2024
Dec 2, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 12/02/2023 at 12:15PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Regina Cloyd conducted an unannounced Required – Annual Inspection and met with Licensee Maya Astier. Five (5) residents and three (3) staff were present during this inspection. Facility is licensed to serve 9 non-ambulatory and 1 bedridden elderly residents age 60 and above. Facility may accept or retain 1 resident on hospice. The facility currently has five residents. The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, family room/office, living room, kitchen, dining room, shaded area, indoor and outdoor activity area, laundry room and detached garage. Staff accompanied LPA inside and outside the facility during this inspection. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, shower was free of mold/mildew and a non-skid mat was in place, hot water temperature properly measured at 119F. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. Continue to LIC809-C LPA toured the kitchen area and observed a two-day supply of perishable and a seven-day supply of non-perishable food. Knives and toxics were kept in locked storage cabinet. First Aid kit was available. Fire extinguisher, last serviced July 23, 2023 was observed in the kitchen area. LPA tested all carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detector located in the facility. Both devices were functional. 5 staff records were reviewed, 5 out of 5 staff records had current first aid certificates and had required criminal record clearances or criminal record exemptions. Two staff interviews were conducted. 5 resident records were reviewed and, 5 out of 5 client records had, Medical Assessments. Two residents’ medications was reviewed. Two residents were interviewed. No deficiencies are being cited. An exit interview was conducted, and technical assistance provided. A copy of this report was discussed and left with Maya Astier.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 2, 2023
The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 2. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Serenity Seniors Home, Inc., licensed since 2007, operates 3 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Serenity Seniors Home II · Los Angeles
- Serenity Seniors Home III · Compton
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 Los Angeles County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Serenity Seniors Home III
Compton · Small home · 0.0 mi away
$4,300 a month to start · Covelight estimate
C&H #7 Residential Care for Elderly
Compton · Small home · 0.8 mi away
$4,200 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Assisted livingPine House Villa
Compton · Small home · 1.1 mi away
$4,550 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Assisted livingCoral Oaks Care Living
Lynwood · Large community · 1.3 mi away
$1,600 a month to start · Listed by the home
A Better Love RCFE
Long Beach · Small home · 1.4 mi away
$5,600 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Golden Harvest Care Home 3
Compton · Small home · 2.4 mi away
$5,450 a month to start · Covelight estimate