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St. Therese Homes

Small home·Licensed for 6·San Martin, California

Licensed since 2008Licence #435294297
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,350 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,550–$5,350
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitAugust 21, 2026CDSS inspection record

St. Therese Homes is a small care home in San Martin — 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 2008. 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 St. Therese Homes

Is St. Therese Homes licensed?

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

How many residents is St. Therese Homes licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Has St. Therese Homes been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is St. Therese Homes still open?

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

What does St. Therese Homes cost?

$4,350 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,550–$5,350. 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 24 small homes and similar homes within 22 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 80 other homes of a similar licensed size across Santa Clara County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,850 to $5,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,200 (n = 80 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. Therese Homes 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. Therese Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

St. Louise Regional Hospital is 2.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can St. Therese Homes keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

St. Therese Homes license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “ST. THERESE HOMES, INC.”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #435294297. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed to St. Therese Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2008, 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 2008, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is August 21, 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 by the state
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 2 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. FOUR (4) MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. TWO (2) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN BEDROOM #1 ONLY. THE LICENSE IS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF A HOSPICE WAIVER FOR TWO (2).

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — 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?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,350a month to start

Likely $3,550–$5,350

From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,350a month

Likely $3,550–$5,550

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$4,350likely $3,550–$5,350

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 22 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 $3,550–$5,550
$4,350
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,150–$8,700
$6,350
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 24 small homes and similar homes within 22 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.

24 homes like this within 22 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,950–$4,500.

  • 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.
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Where it is

  • 985 Fitzgerald Avenue, San Martin, CA 95046Address 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 2021, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2008. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated August 21, 2026.

On file since
2021
State visits
4
Most recent visit
August 21, 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 2008.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261102025110202411020221102021110

The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Aug 21, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Coryse Ngangmenyi and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Christine Kabariti conducted an unannounced visit required - 1 year annual inspection. LPA and LPM met with Assistant Administrator (AA), Triponia "Pony" Tuazon and Designated Administrator (DA) Jermaine Aguirre and Administrator (ADM) Sandy Zipagan. During visit, LPA and LPM toured the facility with AA and DA to include the dining room, living room, kitchen, medication room, garage, 4 resident bedrooms, 2 staff rooms, 4 bathrooms, backyard, and exterior. All fire exit routes and ramps are free and clear of obstruction. All staff are fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility. In the backyard, LPA and LPM observed shaded seating area. Facility temperature maintained at 71 degrees F. Facility has at least 2 days worth of perishables and 7 days worth of non-perishable foods. All items inside the refrigerator/freezer are covered and labeled. Refrigerator temperature maintained at 38 degrees F. Freezer temperature maintained at 0 degrees F. Carbon monoxide detector present and observed operable. Fire extinguisher last serviced of 06/26/2026. Medications and sharp objects observed to be locked in the pantry with the non-perishable foods. Snacks and fruits observed accessible in the kitchen for the residents. Knives observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents. Chemicals, disinfectants, and toxins observed locked and stored separately from the food supply. First aid kit observed. Resident bedrooms equipped with proper furniture to include beds, linens, dressers, night stands, and adequate lighting. LPA and LPM observed 2 resident beds equipped with half rails in which the 2 residents have a physician's order for use. See LIC809-C. LPA and LPM also observed a full size rail bed for a resident under hospice care for which the facility has a Physician' order from hospice. LPA and LPM observed at approximately 9:30 am, bathroom hot water temperature in bedroom #2 to be in the range of 91.7 - 109.9 degrees F. The bathroom hot water temperature in the hallway observed at 109.9 degrees F. LPA and LPM observed a water temperature log which staff are monitoring the hot water temperature daily in the kitchen, hallway, and master bedroom. Staff measured the hot water temperature this morning which measured at 110 degrees F. ADM stated that hot water heater takes times to heat up. Based on review of record of water log at 6:30 am, staff measured water at 112 degree F before 6 residents took shower. LPA reviewed 3 resident files were complete and up-to-date. 3 residents centrally stored medications and centrally stored medication records were reviewed and all medications were accounted for. 3 resident's P&I money was reviewed. LPA reviewed 3 staff files were complete to include an active first aid certification, fingerprint clearance, health screening and TB result. Staff are provided annual training on topics relating to dementia care, postural supports, hospice care, restricted health conditions, incident reporting, abuse, personal rights, and medications. Facility has an updated emergency disaster plan. Emergency drills are completed quarterly and the last drill was completed on 08/04/2026. Emergency supplies observed to include flashlights, batteries, and portable power station. Facility has an infection control plan. PPE items to include gloves, hand sanitizer, face masks observed next to the isolation room. The following documents were obtained to update the facility file: Administrator certificate, LIC308, LIC400, surety Bond, Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC610E, and LIC500. No deficiencies were cited during today's visit per California Code of Regulations Title 22. This report was reviewed with Assistant Administrator (AA), Triponia "Pony" Tuazon and Designated Administrator Jermaine Aguirre and Administraor (ADM) Sandy Zipagan and a copy of the report was provided. Page 2 of 2.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 21, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Aug 11, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christine Kabariti arrived unannounced to conduct the facility's required - 1 year annual inspection. LPA met with Assistant Administrator (AA), Triponia "Pony" Tuazon and Designated Administrator Jermaine Aguirre. During visit, LPA toured the facility with the AA and staff to include the dining room, living room, kitchen, medication room, garage, 4 resident bedrooms, 2 staff rooms, 4 bathrooms, backyard, and exterior. All fire exit routes and ramps are free and clear of obstruction. All staff are fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility. In the backyard, LPA observed a seating area that was not shaded. Staff stated they used to have an umbrella connected to the table, however the umbrella broke. Staff immediately purchased an outdoor umbrella and showed LPA proof of purchase during visit. Facility temperature maintained at 73 degrees F. Facility has at least 2 days worth of perishables and 7 days worth of non-perishable foods. All items inside the refrigerator/freezer are covered and labeled. Refrigerator temperature maintained at 36 degrees F. Freezer temperature maintained at -2 degrees F. Carbon monoxide detector present and observed operable. Fire extinguisher last serviced of 06/03/2025. Medications and sharp objects observed locked in the pantry with the non-perishable foods. Snacks and fruits observed accessible in the kitchen for the residents. Chemicals, disinfectants, and toxins observed locked and stored separately from the food supply. First aid kit observed. See LIC809-C. Resident bedrooms equipped with proper furniture to include beds, linens, dressers, night stands, and adequate lighting. LPA observed 2 resident beds equipped with half rails in which the 2 resident's has a physician's order for use. Bathroom hot water temperature in bedroom #2 observed at 95.5 - 96.9 degrees F. The bathroom hot water temperature in the hallway observed at 109.9 degrees F. LPA observed a water temperature log which staff are monitoring the hot water temperature daily in the kitchen, hallway, and master bedroom. Staff measured the hot water temperature this morning which measured at 110 degrees F. LPA advised to ensure the hot water temperature in bedroom #2 is maintained within Title 22 regulations. Advisory note provided for bedroom #2's hot water temperature. LPA reviewed 3 resident files were complete and up-to-date. 3 residents centrally stored medications and centrally stored medication records were reviewed and all medications were accounted for. 3 resident's P&I money was reviewed. LPA reviewed 4 staff files were complete to include an active first aid certification, fingerprint clearance, health screening and TB result. Staff are provided annual training on topics relating to dementia care, postural supports, hospice care, restricted health conditions, incident reporting, abuse, personal rights, and medications. Facility has an updated emergency disaster plan. Emergency drills are completed quarterly and the last drill was completed on 08/01/2025. Emergency supplies observed to include flashlights, batteries, and portable power station. Facility has an infection control plan. PPE items to include gloves, hand sanitizer, face masks observed next to the isolation room. The following documents were obtained to update the facility file: Administrator certificates, LIC308, LIC400, surety bond, LIC610E, and LIC500. No deficiencies were cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Advisory note provided. This report was reviewed with Assistant Administrator (AA), Triponia "Pony" Tuazon and Designated Administrator Jermaine Aguirreand a copy of the report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 11, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Aug 9, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 8/9/2024 at 9:00 a.m. Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Maria Partoza, Marcella Tarin and Marcela Yanez arrived unannounced to conduct an annual required inspection. LPAs were greeted by two staff, and met with Triponia Tuazon, Assistant Administrator. LPAs stated the purpose of the visit. This facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) serving adult 60 and over. 4 may be non-ambulatory, two may be bedridden in bedroom #1 and 2 hospice waiver. LPAs observed 3 of 6 residents in the activity, 3 of 6 were in their bedroom. 5 of 6 are non-ambulatory. 6 of 6 residents are developmentally disabled. At 9:10 a.m. LPAs with Staff 1, toured the facility inside and outside including the bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, and living room. Bedrooms and bathrooms were observed organized and sanitary. Bedrooms have sufficient storage for residents personal belongings. Bathrooms are equipped grab bars and nonskid floor mats. Facility hallways have night lights that are in good working condition. LPAs observed fire extinguishers inspected on 6/5/2024. Hot water temperature is maintained at 115-118 degrees F. The facility had their inspection by the fire Marshall on 7/31/2024. Facility temperature is maintained at 72 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with carbon monoxide and smoke alarm system that are in good working condition. LPAs observed the kitchen to be organized and sanitary, no knives and no sharps are accessible to residents. LPAs observe a locked cabinet for the toxic and are not accessible to residents. LPAs observed the medication cabinet to be locked and secured and not accessible to residents. LPA observed 2 days of perishables and 7 days of nonperishable for the number of clients and staff. LPAs reviewed 4 of 6 resident record, including Centrally stored medications 3 of 3 staff record and observed records to be updated and complete. ~~~~~ page 1 of 2 see LIC 809C LPAs discussed an provided technical advisory to assistant administrator pertaining to 1 of 4 resident record update. LPAs reviewed 4 of 6 residents records and 3 of 3 staff records and facility record. LPAs observed residents, staff and facility record to be updated and complete. Fire & Earthquake drill training is updated and done every quarter. LPAs observe the first aid kit is complete and can be easily accessed by staff. No deficiencies were cited during today's visit based on California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22. An exit interview was conducted with Assistant Administrator Triponia Tuazon. A copy of the report was provided. End of Report Page 2 of 2the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 9, 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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