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Skyline Villa

Mid-size home·Licensed for 8·Apple Valley, California

Licensed since 2018Licence #361800227
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,300 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,400–$5,700
  • Home sizeLicensed for 8Mid-size care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitMarch 13, 2026CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderYolanda AlkawassSince 2018 · 2 licensed homes

Skyline Villa is a mid-size care home in Apple Valley — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 8 residents since 2018. Dementia care is 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

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

Quick answers about Skyline Villa

Is Skyline Villa licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

How many residents is Skyline Villa licensed for?

8 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Has Skyline Villa been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is Skyline Villa still open?

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

What does Skyline Villa cost?

$4,300 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,400–$5,700. 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 13 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 74 other homes of a similar licensed size across San Bernardino County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,700 to $5,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,000 (n = 74 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 Skyline Villa 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 Yolanda Alkawass, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Yolanda Alkawass — at least 2 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Desert Valley Hospital is 4.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Skyline Villa keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 5 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Skyline Villa license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “SKYLINE VILLA”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #361800227. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed for 8 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed to Yolanda Alkawass, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is March 13, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 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-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 8 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 5 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 4 residents

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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. 8 NON-AMBULATORY OF WHICH 4 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR FIVE (5).

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 5 — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 27, 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?”

Care & day-to-day support

These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,300a month to start

Likely $3,400–$5,700

From 13 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,300a month

Likely $3,400–$5,850

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$4,300likely $3,400–$5,700

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 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 $3,400–$5,850
$4,300
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,100–$8,850
$6,300
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 13 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.

13 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,050–$5,250.

  • 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 13 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 20276 Majestic Dr, Apple Valley, CA 92308Address 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 2022, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2018. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 13, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
4
Most recent visit
March 13, 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 2018.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2026110202511020241102022110

The last 36 months — 3 of 4 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Mar 13, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Magda Malcore made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met Administrator, Martha Ramos and discussed the purpose for the visit. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE) with a license capacity of (8), and a current census of (8). LPA conducted a general inspection of facility, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Operation/Physical Plant: Indoor and outdoor passageways were kept free of obstruction. The facility has no swimming pools or similar bodies of water. The facility has sufficient indoor and outdoor space for resident activities. Outdoor activity space is shaded and enclosed with latching gates. The facility is maintained at a temperature of 71 degrees Fahrenheit. Resident bedrooms were furnished with beds, night stands, chairs, bed linen and lighting. Resident bathrooms were maintained clean and fixtures were operating properly. The hot water temperatures in the bathrooms measured at 105 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with operating smoke/carbon monoxide alarms, fully charged fire extinguishers, laundry equipment, Library room with reading material, emergency supplies/water and telephone service. The facility has posted in a common area Community Care Licensing complaint poster, Ombudsman poster, facility license, facility sketch, emergency plan and telephone numbers. The facility has a designated area for resident and staff files. Sharps and chemicals were stored locked. The Administrator was informed that facility's annual licensing fee is due April 13, 2026. Food Service: Kitchen and dining areas were maintained cleaned. Non-perishable and perishable food supply was sufficient for number of residents in care. Cups, plates, and utensils were sufficient for residents in care. **continued on LIC809-C** Health Related Services: The facility maintains a first aid kit with manual and medications were centrally stored in a locked area. LPA audited medications for four (4) residents. LPA observed resident #2 (R2s) pain medication was stored in a plastic bag. The Administrator stated that the family may have brought the medication in the bag. LPA observed in R2's medication box, an expired (November 2025) over the counter medication which was listed on (R2s) medication list as current and being provided to R2. LPA showed the bottle to the Administer and asked if more of the medication was stored at the facility since the medication was expired. The Administrator stated they did not. Record Review: Resident files were reviewed for admissions agreements, physician’s reports, appraisals, needs and services plans. LPA observed resident#1 (R1) did not have a hospice care plan at the facility for review. Staff files were reviewed for First Aid/CPR certifications, criminal record clearances, training, and health screenings. LPA observed that no documentation staff#1 (S1) and staff#2 (S2) Hospice Care training on file for review. The facility currently has residents receiving hospice care. LPA observed (S1) did not have documentation of medication administration training on file for review. The Administrator confirmed that S1 does assist with administering medications. The facility did not maintain current liability insurance and current disaster drill staff training on file for review. During today's visit, deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted where this report was discussed and a copy provided with appeal rights to Administrator Ramosthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 13, 2026

The state marks this report as 9 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 7. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20251 state visit · 1 document
Apr 7, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Magda Malcore made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Staff, Hilda Bocanegra, was granted entry and discussed the purpose for the visit. Administrator, Ruben Licea, arrived towards the end of the inspection. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE) with a license capacity of (8), and a current census of (5). LPA conducted a general inspection of facility, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Operation/Physical Plant: Indoor and outdoor passageways were kept free of obstruction. The facility has no swimming pools or similar bodies of water. The facility has sufficient indoor activity space supplies for residents. Outdoor activity space is shaded and enclosed with self-latching gates. The facility is maintained at a temperature of 71 degrees F. Resident bedrooms were furnished with beds, night stands, chairs, bed linen and lighting. Resident bathroom equipment were operating properly and bathrooms were equipped with grab rails and slip mats. The hot water temperatures in the bathrooms measured at 105 degrees F. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms, fully charged fire extinguishers, laundry equipment, and telephone service. Sharps were kept in a locked cabinet. LPA observed disinfectant wipes left unattended in the front lobby. Medications were kept in a locked cabinet. Current list of resident medications was not provided when requested during LPA's inspection. The administrator stated via telephone that he has the list on computer. The facility has posted in a common area Community Care Licensing complaint poster, Ombudsman poster, facility license, evacuation plan and emergency telephone numbers. The facility has a designated office where resident files are stored. Food Service: Kitchen and dining areas were maintained cleaned. Non-perishable and perishable food supply was sufficient for number of residents in care. Cups and plates were sufficient for number of residents in care. The facility’s refrigerator and freezer were operating properly. Record Review: The facility has a disaster plan for review. Resident files were reviewed for admissions agreements, physician’s reports, appraisals, emergency contact list, and care plans. Resident #1 (R1) did not have a complete physician's report with primary diagnosis, ambulatory status, mental and physical condition, and tuberculosis results in their file for review. Staff files were reviewed for CPR/first aid and job related training, criminal records clearances/exemptions, and health screenings. Staff #1 (S1) did not first aid training and job related training records in their file for review. The Administrator stated via telephone that he has training available to print out on the computer. During today's visit, Deficiencies and advisories were issued per title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted were this report was discussed and copy provided with appeal rights to Administrator Licea at the conclusion of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 7, 2025

The state marks this report as 12 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 6. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20241 state visit · 1 document
Mar 15, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anna Bueno conducted an unannounced visit to this facility for a required annual inspection. Entry into the facility is unobstructed and LPA met with care staff Ruben Licea who notified administrator Richard Jerez. The facility is approved for a Hospice Waiver for five (5) residents. LPA and staff Licea toured the interior and exterior of the facility. Physical Plant: The facility is operating within capacity and not beyond the conditions of the license. There are no pools or other bodies of water located on the premises. The facility is being maintained at a comfortable temperature for residents for common areas. All passageways are kept free of obstruction. Hot water temperature was measured in all bedrooms and measured between 105 and 114 degrees Fahrenheit. Grab bars, textured shower floor, and shower aid equipment are utilized by residents. The facility has signal devices for exterior doors. Fire safety installations such as extinguishers, sprinklers, and alarms are present. Fire extinguishers were observed to be charged and last inspected on 06/01/2023. A working interconnected smoke detector system in each bedroom was tested by Administrator. Administrator also tested combination carbon monoxide and smoke detectors in both bedroom hallways. Overall the facility is in good condition; it is clean, sanitary and free of foul odors. Kitchen and Food Service: The total daily diet provided to residents appears to be of the quality and in the quantity necessary to meet resident needs. There is a minimum of one week supply of nonperishable foods and two days of perishable food items, which meets regulatory requirements. All readily perishable food or beverages capable of micro-organism growth are being stored in covered containers at appropriate temperatures. Sharps and cleaning agents are kept secured in the kitchen. Medication, Care, and Supervision: The facility has sufficient and competent staff to provide services needed to meet resident needs. Chemicals and items which can constitute a danger are stored inaccessible to residents. LPA inspected medications and found medications in their original containers. Medications appear to be dispensed according to the physician's orders. LPA did not find a PRN/as needed medication record for residents unable to determine their need for the medication. This poses a potential health and safety risk to residents in care. Resident and Staff Files: LPA reviewed all staff and resident files.Resident files had the required documentation including admission's agreement, consent forms, and appraisal and/or needs and services plan. Staff files had the required documentation including mandated reporting, health screening report and current first aid and/or CPR certification. Staff have training for Dementia care and Activities of Daily Living. LPA Bueno observed that two resident files have Physician's reports from 2022, when a current one is needed. This poses a potential health and safety risk to residents in care. Operations and Administration: Disaster Plan is present and Administrator Jerez will be updating the plan as needed. Administrator is present in the facility a sufficient amount of hours and their administrator certification is up to date. The required licensing and ombudsman posters are posted and in public view. Residents rights are posted and a copy is kept the resident's file. Refer to LIC809D for deficiencies were cited during this visit. Technical advisories and violations were issued in relation to deficiencies observed. An exit interview was conducted where this report, LIC 809D, and appeal rights were discussed and provided to Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 15, 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.

Who holds the licence

Yolanda Alkawass, licensed since 2018, 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.

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Rooms & the spaces they will use

Meals, preferences & familiar food

  • Meals provided

    Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Vegetarian or vegan optionsVegetarian

    Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Pets, routines & independence

  • Pet types allowedCats · Dogs

    Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Visiting & staying involved

  • Transportation costs extraReported no

    Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Public transit access claimed

    Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.

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. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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