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Sky Light Residential Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Chatsworth, California

Licensed since 2019Licence #197609909Medi-Cal ALW
  • Care approvals on fileHospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,550 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,700–$5,600
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · August 9, 2026
  • Last state visitFebruary 7, 2026CDSS inspection record

Sky Light Residential Care is a small care home in Chatsworth — 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 2019. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care and dementia 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 Sky Light Residential Care

Is Sky Light Residential Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Sky Light Residential Care licensed for?

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

Has Sky Light Residential Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is Sky Light Residential Care still open?

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

What does Sky Light Residential Care cost?

$4,550 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,700–$5,600. 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 11 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 Sky Light Residential Care take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, August 9, 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 Sky Light Residential Care Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is 3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Sky Light Residential Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Sky Light Residential Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “SKY LIGHT RESIDENTIAL CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #197609909. 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 Sky Light Residential Care Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 5 state inspection visits since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2019, 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 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is February 7, 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 careApproved by the state
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 6 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. FIRE CLEARANCE FOR SIX (6) BEDRIDDEN IN ALL ROOMS. HOSPICE WAIVER IS GRANTED FOR SIX (6) RESIDENTS. ADU IS SEPARATE FROM LICENSED FACILITY.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file — 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

$4,550a month to start

Likely $3,700–$5,600

From 11 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,550a month

Likely $3,700–$5,800

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$4,550likely $3,700–$5,600

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 11 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 $3,700–$5,800
$4,550
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,350–$8,900
$6,550
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, August 9, 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.
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 11 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.

11 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 11 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 19856 Mayall Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311Address 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 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2019. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated February 7, 2026.

On file since
2021
State visits
5
Most recent visit
February 7, 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 2019.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2026110202422020221102021110

The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Feb 7, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with the administrator, Maro Podrumyan, and explained the reason for the visit. At approximately 11:00am, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. Required postings were observed in the entry area. The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide are dual and interconnected. There are three fully charged fire extinguishers. One is located in the kitchen, one in the dining room and one in the hallway by resident rooms. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food properly stored. Knives were stored in a locked drawer and cleaning supplies were stored locked underneath the kitchen sink. Bedrooms: There are six (6) bedrooms, of which five (5) are designated for residents' use. Rooms #1 and #5 are shared. Rooms #2, #3, and #4 are private. Room #6 is for live-in staff. Bedrooms in use by the residents were observed to be properly furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting. Bathrooms: There are three and one half (3 1/2) bathrooms. Three bathrooms are designated for residents' use. The half bathroom is for staff and visitors. Bathrooms were properly supplied and had functional fixtures, bars and non-skid mats. Hot water temperature was measured at 120 degrees Fahrenheit. No cleaning supplies were observed in either bathrooms during the day of the inspection. Common Areas: Common areas include the living room and dining room. The living room is furnished with sufficient seating, couches, chairs, a table and television. The dining room table is large enough to seat up to six (6) individuals. Furniture in common areas are observed to be in good repair. Floors were mopped and clean. Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits to the front and back yards were free of obstruction. There is a patio area in the backyard. The swimming pool is fenced with a five foot fence all around it's parameters and a locked gate. There are tool sheds in the back that were locked during the visit. Laundry area: The laundry area is located next to the kitchen. Detergents, toxins and cleaning supplies are kept in a locked cabinet there. Staff Workstation/Office: Staff work station, where staff and resident records are kept, is located at the corner of the dining room. Resident Files: LPA conducted a file review of resident records to insure compliance of licensing forms. Staff Files: LPA also conducted a file review of staff records to insure forms and training are up to date and compliance with licensing forms. Medications: Medication closet is located in the hallway, by the front entry. Medications were reviewed for proper locks, storage, and documentation. Garage: No garage. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit Interview Conducted and a Copy of the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 7, 2026
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Nov 14, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

At 12:20pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angela Panushkina arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with the Staff #1 (S1) who granted access to the facility. Administrator arrived shortly after and LPA explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for capacity of six (6) Bedridden residents. Hospice waiver for six (6) residents was approved on February 5th, 2024. At 12:30pm, LPA toured the kitchen area and observed there to be sufficient stock of one-week perishable foods and two-day non-perishable foods. Frozen foods are properly wrapped and stored appropriately. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and inaccessible to pests. All sharps and knives were locked in a kitchen drawer. The facility has two (2) fire extinguishers located throughout the facility and were observed to be full. Laundry is located by the kitchen area and the washer/dryer appeared to be in good condition. All chemicals and detergents are kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Medications were stored in a locked, hallway closet. There are five (5) bedrooms designated for clients’ use. All bedrooms are appropriately furnished and have appropriate lighting. Facility also has a room for a live-in staff. Bathrooms have soap, paper towels and hand washing signs were observed. Extra towels and linens were readily available. The hot water temperature measured at 120.0°F. Facility maintains a temperature of 70°F. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide monitors were tested at 1:30pm and observed to be functional. At 12:40pm, LPA observed appropriate outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for residents. LPA discussed the importance of maintaining the care and supervision to meet the needs of residents. Between 1:00pm am to 2:00pm, LPA reviewed records of six (6) client and two (2) staff. Client and staff records appeared to be complete and updated. LPA collected Certificate of Liability Insurance and LIC500. No deficiency cited during today's visit. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report signed and delivered.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 14, 2024
Jan 30, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

At 10:00am Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Angela Panushkina and Perchui Milena Khurshudyan conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the facility mentioned above. LPAs were greeted by staff, Nelli Tovmasyan, who granted access to the facility. At approximately, 10:05am physical tour was conducted with the staff and LPAs observed the following: Kitchen: At approximately, 10:10am LPAs toured the kitchen area and observed enough supplies of staple non-perishable for minimum 1 week and perishable for 2 days at the facility. All knives and sharps are observed to be locked in a kitchen drawer and inaccessible to residents. Medications: At approximately, 10:20am LPAs observed medications are centrally stored and locked in the cabinet, by the kitchen area and inaccessible to residents in care. Bedrooms: There are five (5) bedrooms designated for residents use and one (1) staff room. All rooms were observed to have sufficient lighting, and are properly furnished, clean and have appropriate bedding and linens. Auditory alarms were tested and observed to be operational. Bathrooms: At 10:30am LPAs observed all bathrooms are clean and in good repair. Properly supplied with toilet papers, soap and paper towels. The hot water temperature measured at 120.00°F. LPAs observed appropriate grab bar and had non-skid mat. LPAs observed appropriate hand washing signs posted in each bathroom. All trash cans in bathrooms had fitted lids to protect from cross contamination. Common Areas: The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 68°F. The living room and dining area appeared clean and were properly furnished. No obstructions and or tripping hazards throughout the facility. Continue on LIC809-C The laundry room is located by the staff room in the kitchen area. The washer/dryer appear to be in good condition. LPAs observed all detergents locked and inaccessible to residents in care. There is a fire extinguisher in the kitchen area and in a hallway were last purchased on 02/06/2023. Outside areas: At approximately, 10:50am LPAs toured the outside area of the facility. LPAs observed appropriate outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for clients. There is a swimming pool that is fenced all around with a gate that will be kept locked at all times. The fence surrounding the swimming pool is approximately 5 feet high all around. You will need a key to gain entry to the swimming pool. LPAs discussed the importance of maintaining the care and supervision to meet the needs of residents. Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide. Dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were located throughout the facility, and observed to be operational. Between 11:00am to 12:00pm, LPAs reviewed records of five (5) clients and two (2) staff. Client and staff records appeared to be complete and updated. Administrative: LPAs collected Certificate of Liability Insurance, Administrator Certificate and LIC.500. No citations issued during this visit. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report emailed to Licensee.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 30, 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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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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