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Serenity Springs Home Care

Mid-size home·Licensed for 9·Bakersfield, California

LicensedLicence #157209682
(661) 246-8702From the state roster · September 13, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileBedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,750 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,750–$6,200
  • Home sizeLicensed for 9Mid-size care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitMarch 30, 2026CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderSummer Springs Board and Care LLCSince date not on file · 2 licensed homes

Serenity Springs Home Care is a mid-size care home in Bakersfield — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 9 residents. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care, 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 Springs Home Care

Is Serenity Springs Home Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Serenity Springs Home Care licensed for?

9 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has Serenity Springs Home Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is Serenity Springs Home Care still open?

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

What does Serenity Springs Home Care cost?

$4,750 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,750–$6,200. 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 15 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.

Among 17 other homes of a similar licensed size in Bakersfield that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $4,050 a month, and the middle figure is $3,500 (n = 17 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 Springs Home Care 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 Summer Springs Board and Care LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 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?

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 Springs Home Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “SERENITY SPRINGS HOME CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
  • License #157209682. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed for 9 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed to Summer Springs Board and Care LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
  • 2 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is March 30, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 9 residents

State licensing record · September 13, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR 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 · 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

$4,750a month to start

Likely $3,750–$6,200

From 15 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,750a month

Likely $3,750–$6,350

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$4,750likely $3,750–$6,200

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 15 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 (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 $3,750–$6,350
$4,750
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,500–$9,300
$6,750
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 15 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.

15 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,200–$4,550.

  • 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.
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Where it is

  • 5424 Coastal Wind Street, Bakersfield, CA 93312Address 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 2026, the state has filed 2 documents for this home, and its records count 2 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 30, 2026.

On file since
2026
State visits
2
Most recent visit
March 30, 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.

The last 36 months — 2 of 2 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20262 state visits · 2 documents
Mar 30, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport 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 reportReport 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
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

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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.
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Who holds the licence

Summer Springs Board and Care LLC, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

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.

  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. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  4. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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