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St John Grande

Large community·Licensed for 51·Los Angeles, California

Licensed since 2015Licence #198601817
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,350 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,150–$6,800
  • Home sizeLicensed for 51Large care community · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJuly 9, 2026CDSS inspection record

St John Grande is a large care community in Los Angeles — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 51 residents since 2015. Dementia care is 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 St John Grande

Is St John Grande licensed?

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

How many residents is St John Grande licensed for?

51 residents — a large community, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has St John Grande been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is St John Grande still open?

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

What does St John Grande cost?

$5,350 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,150–$6,800. 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 10 communities with 50 or more beds 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 16 other homes of a similar licensed size in Los Angeles that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,000 to $6,148 a month, and the middle figure is $3,547 (n = 16 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 St John Grande 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 St John of God Retirement & Care Center Corp., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

California Hospital Medical Center - Los Angeles is 2.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can St John Grande keep a resident on hospice?

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

St John Grande license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “ST JOHN GRANDE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #198601817. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed for 51 residents — a large community, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed to St John of God Retirement & Care Center Corp., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 5 state inspection visits since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2015, 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 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is July 9, 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-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 38 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved by the state
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 13 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
LICENSED TO SERVE 38 NON-AMBULATORY AND 13 BEDRIDDEN RESIDENTS AGES 60 AND ABOVE. HOSPICE WAVIER APPROVED FOR 8.

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

$5,350a month to start

Likely $4,150–$6,800

From 10 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$5,350a month

Likely $4,150–$6,950

With a studio 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$5,350likely $4,150–$6,800

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 communities with 50 or more beds 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 $4,150–$6,950
$5,350
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,000–$9,900
$7,350
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 10 communities with 50 or more beds 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.

10 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,500–$7,600.

  • 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 10 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 2446 S St Andrews Place, Los Angeles, CA 90018Address 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 2015. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 9, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
5
Most recent visit
July 9, 2026

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 1
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 2
  • Total complaints0typical 6

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 1,354 licensed larger communities (16+ 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 2015.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261102025110202411020231102022110

The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Jul 9, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 7/9/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Bernadette Allen conducted an unannounced annual visit to conduct an annual inspection. During the visit, LPA met with Administrator Mary Aguirre who was informed of the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to serve 38 non-ambulatory residents and 13 bedridden residents, all aged 60 and above. Additionally, the facility has an approved hospice waiver for 8 residents. Currently, there are 44 residents residing in the facility. The facility is a three- story building situated in a residential neighborhood. It includes a reception area, a clinic/medication room, a cinema room, a game room, a kitchen, a dining room, a laundry room, staff offices, and a spacious, shaded patio and garden area. At 8:30 AM, LPA also reviewed six (6) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, training, and health screenings which all appeared to be current. LPA also reviewed five (5) residents files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plan which appeared to be current. LPA also conducted an audit of five (5) residents’ medications, and it appears that residents are given their medications as prescribed by their physicians. Continued At 1:05 PM, LPA toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. LPA inspected bedrooms: #102, #108, #202, #207, #302, and #319. LPA inspected a total of six (6) bedrooms. The beds and bedding supplies appeared to be in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and storage for the residents’ personal belongings was observed. The bathrooms appeared to be in good condition with crab bars and operational. The water temperature ranged from 105°F to 120 °F. The kitchen was inspected, and there was a 5-day supply of perishable and a 7day supply of non-perishable food items available, which was adequately maintained/stored. There was a menu available for review that appeared to be a balanced meal plan. LPA also observed a current activity schedule for the month of July 2026. The fire extinguishers were fully charged; carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors were fully charged and operable. The last Fire/Disaster drill were conducted on 4/22/2026. LPA observed that the facility appeared to be clean, sanitary, and appropriately furnished. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited. An exit interview was conducted, and this report was discussed and provided to Administrator Mary Aguirre at the conclusion of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 9, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Aug 23, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On August 23, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an unannounced annual visit using the CARE tool. During the visit, LPA Dabuet met with Jhoanna Banagan, the Med-Tech who was explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to serve 38 non-ambulatory residents and 13 bedridden residents, all aged 60 and above. Additionally, the facility has an approved hospice waiver for 8 residents. Currently, there are 46 residents residing in the facility. The facility is a three-story building situated in a residential neighborhood. It includes a reception area, a clinic/medication room, a cinema room, a game room, a kitchen, a dining room, a laundry room, staff offices, and a spacious, shaded patio and garden area. LPA toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and storage for the resident's personal belongings was observed. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were operational. LPA inspected rooms: #102; #108; #201; #202; #314 and #319. The water temperature range from 105.0 - 119.6 degrees F. and room temperature range from 72 - 74 degrees F., and smoke and carbon monoxide are all in operating condition. LPA observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of the visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available maintained properly. All fire extinguishers were charged. Evaluation Report continues on LIC 809C Several working landline phones are available on-site. During the visit LPA observed the facility's infection control practices. LPA observed screening protocols for visitors, staff, and residents, and sanitizing stations in common areas and restrooms. All mandated inspection control posters, including the Activities Calendar and Food Menu, were posted. An audit of resident's service records for resident #1-#5 (R1-R5) were accurate and complete. The facility is current on Community Care Licensing annual fees. The facility has a current administrator certificate on file for Mary Arjene Aguirre #6070084740 5/23/2024 through 5/22/2026. No Deficiencies were identified during this inspection visit. Technical Advisory were issued (see LIC 9102) An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to Jhonna Banagan.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 23, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jun 17, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 06/17/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elvira Gonzalez conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE tool. LPA met with Arjene Aguirre, Assistant Administrator, and the purpose of today’s visit was explained. The facility is licensed to serve 38 non-ambulatory and 13 bedridden residents ages 60 and above and has a hospice waiver approved for 8. Currently there are 51 residents in the facility. The facility is a three-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: a receptionist area, clinic/medication room, cinema room, game room, kitchen, dining room, laundry room, staff offices and a large, shaded patio/garden area. LPA and Assistant Administrator toured the physical plant inside and out. Bedrooms 103, 105, 201, 208, 316, 319 were checked. Beds and bedding were in good condition, adequate lighting provided, storage for resident’s personal belongings was observed. Walls and floors were in good repair. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. Bathrooms were found to be complying within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. The water temperature measured between 105.0 F and 120.0 F in all bathrooms. A comfortable temperature is maintained in the facility. LPA observed the facility to be clean and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. The kitchen was inspected and observed to be within Title 22 regulations. Sharps, toxins, cleaning solutions, hazardous items, and medications were secured and inaccessible to residents. Medications were centrally stored and properly locked. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were operational and working properly. Fire extinguishers were fully charged. LPA observed a stocked First Aid kit along with manual locked and inaccessible to residents. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. Walkways around the facility were clear of hazards. Continued on LIC809-C During the visit, LPA observed the facility's infection control practices. LPA observed screening protocols for visitors, staff, and residents. There are sanitizing stations in common areas and restrooms. LPA observed all mandated inspection control postings throughout the facility. During this inspection LPA did not observe any deficiencies, therefore no citations were issued at this time. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the Report and Appeal Rights was provided to Assistant Administrator Arjene Aguirre.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 17, 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

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. 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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