Mid-size home · Licensed for 9 · Bakersfield

Serenity Springs Home Care

5424 Coastal Wind Street, Bakersfield, CA 93312Licensed since 2026

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$4,650 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $3,650–$6,150 See costs

No openings reported

Approved by the state: Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
Ways to pay: Private payThe home’s website · October 27, 2026
Licensed for 9: a mid-size care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

Hospice
Bedriddenup to 9 residents

Not on file: wheelchair and dementia approvals.

Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 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 NINE (9) RESIDENTS OF WHICH NINE (9) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOMS 1, 2, 3, 4 AND 6. HOPSPICE WAIVER/GRANTED FOR NINE (9) RESIDENTS.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

Care services

Assisted living
Reported on summerspringsbc.com · seen October 27, 2026.
Respite / short-term stays
Reported on summerspringsbc.com · seen October 27, 2026.

As needs change

Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Serenity Springs Home Care: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,650a month to start

Likely $3,650–$6,150

From 19 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Costs & moving in

Private pay
Reported on summerspringsbc.com · seen October 27, 2026.

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$4,650likely a month

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$4,650likely $3,650–$6,150
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 19 homes with 7 to 49 beds 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 (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $3,650–$6,300: $4,650
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,450–$9,400: $7,150

How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance

MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
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 October 1, 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.

If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers

Rates at nearby homes19 nearby homes publish starting rates of $2,000 to $5,500

19 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,650–$4,200.

A & A Bakersfield Care HomeBakersfield · 0.6 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Village GardensBakersfield · 2.9 mi · Small home
$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Windcreek Senior CareBakersfield · 3.1 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Bella Vita at StoningtonBakersfield · 3.2 mi · Small home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Brighton ManorBakersfield · 3.6 mi · Small home
$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
TLC Home Care 1Bakersfield · 4.9 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
The Westchester Home on SpruceBakersfield · 5.9 mi · Small home
$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Garnsey GardenBakersfield · 5.9 mi · Small home
$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Riverstone Terrace Senior Living Memory CareBakersfield · 6.1 mi · Mid-size home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · memory care shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
Blue Pearl Home Care IIBakersfield · 7.1 mi · Small home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Divine Mercy Care Homes IIBakersfield · 7.1 mi · Small home
$2,500Listed on its own website · starting base rate for a shared standard bedroom · seen October 27, 2026
Divine Mercy Care HomesBakersfield · 7.2 mi · Small home
$2,500Listed on its own website · starting base rate for a shared standard bedroom · seen October 27, 2026
Divine Mercy Care Homes IIIBakersfield · 7.6 mi · Small home
$2,500Listed on its own website · starting base rate for a shared standard bedroom · seen October 27, 2026
Alondra HomeBakersfield · 8.3 mi · Small home
$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
The TrinityBakersfield · 8.4 mi · Mid-size home
$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Summer Springs Board & CareBakersfield · 8.5 mi · Small home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Redwood Senior Living BakersfieldBakersfield · 8.5 mi · Mid-size home
$2,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Central Valley Residential CareBakersfield · 8.7 mi · Small home
$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Your Loved Ones MatterBakersfield · 9.7 mi · Small home
$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026

How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 19 homes with 7 to 49 beds 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.

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.

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 move-in 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.

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Rooms & the spaces they will use (2)Shared / companion rooms · Grab bars and rails

Shared / companion rooms
Reported on summerspringsbc.com · seen October 27, 2026.
Grab bars and rails
Reported on summerspringsbc.com · seen October 27, 2026.

Faith, culture & language (1)Gender mix as stated

Gender mix as statedMixed
Reported on summerspringsbc.com · seen October 27, 2026.

About the home (1)Brand or trade name

Brand or trade nameSummer Springs Board and Care LLC
Reported on summerspringsbc.com · seen October 27, 2026.

Where it is

5424 Coastal Wind Street, Bakersfield, CA 93312Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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Mercy Southwest HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list4.2 mi

Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).

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The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #157209682 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 2 of 2 documents

20262 state visits · 2 documents

Mar 30, 2026Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 03/30/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina arrived to conduct an announced Pre-Licensing inspection LPA met with Administrator, Dio Telmo to conduct visit. Facility is observed to be 6 bedroom, 2 bathroom house. Facility will have one private room, and four shared rooms according to facility sketch. Fire clearance approved for all non-ambulatory and bedridden in bedrooms 1,2,3,4 and 6. Pre-Licensing is complete with the following items that have been corrected since last visit on 3/28/2026. Miscellaneous items from backyard have been removed and/or secured Exit gate from back yard is self-latching Auditory alarms are audible from all exits of facility Grab bars have been installed near toilet and in shower Skid resistant mats for showers are available Pre-licensing is complete, and this facility has no deficiencies. Exit interview conducted and a copy of report provided to Administrator for facility records,the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 30, 2026

Mar 28, 2026Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 3/28/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina arrived to the facility for an announced Pre-licensing (Change of Location) inspection. LPA met with Licensee, no residents in care at time of LPA's visit. LPA toured of the facility inside and out with Licensee. Facility is observed to be 6 bedroom, 2 bathroom house. Facility will have one private room, and four shared rooms according to facility sketch. Common areas were observed to be clean, furniture will be placed on the day of the relocation. Facility was well-lit throughout. Kitchen toured, LPA observed food storage and preparation areas to be clean and appropriate for food preparation. All kitchen items will be placed at time of relocation, facility has no dishes, utensils, cups, plates or food on site. Resident bedrooms were observed to have beds and portable closet space. Resident belongs will be placed in bedrooms on day of relocation. All linens, hygiene products and household items will be moved on day of relocation. Resident bathrooms toured, bathroom between bedrooms 2 & 3 observed to have grab bars in shower and near toilet. Shower is in need of skid resistant mat. Bathroom near kitchen has no grab bars near toilet or shower. Shower is in need of skid resistant mat. Water temperature measured at 134 degrees F. Carbon monoxide and smoke alarm detectors were installed and operational. Home is equipped with sprinkler system and pull station. Cleaning and chemical supplies will be locked and secured in kitchen cabinet and in the garage. Facility’s temperature read 73 degrees at time of visit. Fire extinguisher observed in the kitchen with a purchase date of 01/26/26. Continued on 809-C Outside of facility toured, Doors and passageways are clear and free from obstruction. Auditory alarms on bedroom exit doors are not audible. Exit gate from backyard to front of the facility is not self latching. LPA observed miscellaneous boards, cement pieces, ladder, sliding door screen in the backyard that need to be secured or moved. Patio was observed to be covered, a separate covered seating area was observed for smoking. First aid kit observed. Once relocated, medications will be locked in the kitchen cabinet. Pre-Licensing is complete with the following items to be resolved by 3/19/26: Remove and/or secure miscellaneous items from backyard Exit gate from back yard is not self-latching Auditory alarms must be audible from all exits of facility Grab bars to be installed near toilet and in shower Skid resistant mats for shower Pre-Licensing is incomplete with deficiencies to be resolved by 3/30/2026. A follow up Pre-Licensure LIC 809 will be generated upon resolution of deficiencies.. Exit interview was conducted with Licensee and a copy of report was provided for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 28, 2026

License holder

Summer Springs Board and Care LLC, licensed since 2026.

Operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

Lerwick Home Care · Bakersfield

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2026, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 2
Total complaints: 0
Substantiated allegations: 0
Type A citations: 0
Type B citations: 0

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2026, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.

Compare with homes the same size

	This home	Typical
Type A citations	0	0
Type B citations	0	0
Substantiated allegations	0	0
Total complaints	0	1

“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 327 licensed mid-size homes (7–15 beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.

What the state’s words mean

Routine visita visit the state records as “Required” — a scheduled visit, not one made in answer to a complaintSubstantiatedthe 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 stand in their place.

The earlier licenseBefore this license, the same holder held license #157209493 at 10813 Delicato Ct, Bakersfield.

The state lists license #157209493 as “Closed, Change of Location” as of October 26, 2026. Inspections and reports filed under license #157209493 are on the state’s record of that license.

The state’s record for license #157209493 The state’s record for license #157209682

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Frequently asked questions

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Serenity Springs Home Care

Is Serenity Springs Home Care licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

How many residents is Serenity Springs Home Care licensed for?

9 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Has Serenity Springs Home Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 2 state visits over the same years.

Is Serenity Springs Home Care still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.

What does Serenity Springs Home Care cost?

$4,650 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,650–$6,150. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Among 20 other homes of a similar licensed size in Bakersfield that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $3,900 a month, and the middle figure is $3,500 (n = 20 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date between September and October 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 Springs Home Care take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 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 Summer Springs Board and Care LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. See the homes licensed to Summer Springs Board and Care LLC — at least 4 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Mercy Southwest Hospital is 4.2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Serenity Springs Home Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.