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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,700 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,850–$5,800
- 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 12, 2025CDSS inspection record
Terner Health is a small care home in Lancaster — 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 2023.
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 Terner Health
Is Terner Health licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Terner Health licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Terner Health been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Terner Health still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Terner Health cost?
$4,700 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,850–$5,800. 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 8 small homes within 9 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 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Lancaster that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $4,250 a month, and the middle figure is $3,800 (n = 5 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 Terner Health 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 Terner Health, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Antelope Valley Medical Center is 4.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Terner Health keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Terner Health license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “TERNER HEALTH”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #197610422. 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 Terner Health, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 12, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 residents
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident
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. 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — 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
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”
State licensing record · September 13, 2026
3 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?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,700a month to start
Likely $3,850–$5,800
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,700a month
Likely $3,850–$6,000
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
Starting monthly rate$4,700likely $3,850–$5,800
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 small homes within 9 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 $3,850–$6,000
- $4,700
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,500–$9,100
- $6,700
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.
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 8 small homes within 9 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.
8 homes like this within 9 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$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.
Show the 8 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Alexo ManorLancaster · 1.1 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Beyond A HomeLancaster · 1.8 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Club Rancho ManorPalmdale · 1.9 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Caring Home CottageLancaster · 2.9 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Antelope Valley ManorLancaster · 3.6 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Pink Coral Residence IIPalmdale · 3.8 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- 1St Golden Senior Care HomePalmdale · 4.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sarah's Care HomeLancaster · 9.0 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 4717 West Avenue M4, Lancaster, CA 93536Address 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 2023, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2023. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated August 12, 2025.
- On file since
- 2023
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- August 12, 2025
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 2023.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 2 of 4 documents
Aug 12, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelin Rios arrived at the facility above to conduct an unannounced annual required visit. Mirna Daoud greeted LPA and granted access. LPA contacted the licensee Boris Adjamian and explained the reason for the visit. Licensee stated the facility has not admitted any residents and currently has a house sitter that will eventually be a caregiver when they admit residents. Inspection Tool not used for today's visit. This facility is licensed as an Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) with approved fire clearance for (5) non-ambulatory residents and one (1) bedridden resident, for a total capacity of six (6) residents. LPA confirmed with licensee they are still interested in operating the RCFE and have paid their annual fee. LPA conducted a physical plant tour of the facility. The facility overall was clean and clear of clutter. Plumbing fixtures and appliances were observed operable. LPA observed fire extinguishers through out the facility, fully charged with service date 02/19/2025. LPA observed the dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors functioning properly. LPA informed the licensee that residents bedrooms still did not have portable or permanent closets and drawer space but overall the bedrooms were clean and furnished with beds, mattresses, chairs and night stands. Bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non slip mats. The laundry room was able to lock and leads to the backyard. The backyard and passageways were free of obstructions. No bodies of water observed. LPA could not find administrator's or licensee's name on active or pending renewal administrator certification list. LPA advised to update CCL if they decide to cease operation. No deficiencies observed during today's visit. Exit interview conducted. Licensee was unable to meet LPA for today's visit. LPA will email the report to the licensee and obtain their signature.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 12, 2025
Oct 11, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelin Rios arrived at the facility above to conduct an annual required visit. LPA was greeted by the administrator Emanuel Yazichyan. LPA explained the reason for the visit. Administrator stated the facility has not admitted any residents. This facility is licensed as an Residential Care Facility for the Elderly with approved fire clearance for (5) non-ambulatory residents and one (1) bedridden resident, for a total capacity of six (6) residents. Facility has a Hospice waiver for four (4) residents. LPA confirmed annual licensee fee has been paid. LPA conducted a physical plant tour of the facility. In the kitchen LPA observed appliances such as the refrigerator, stove and dishwasher operational. LPA observed fire extinguishers through out the facility, fully charged. Administrator tested the dual carbon monoxide and fire detectors at 11:19 a.m. LPA observed detectors operational. LPA discussed with the Emanuel the administrator certification requirement. LPA requested required documentation for administrator certification, 1st aid and CPR be emailed to LPA. Administrator informed LPA they have applied for the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) but if they do not admit residents through the ALW program they are considering congregate living. LPA also did not observe portable or permanent closets and drawer space in the resident bedrooms. Administrator informed LPA the large furniture is on hold near by for safe keeping while the home is vacant. Inspection Tool not used for today's visit. LPA informed administrator to update CCL if they decide to cease operation. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 Chapter 8 of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during today's visit. Exit interview conducted. Copy of the report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 11, 2024
The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
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.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Los Angeles County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Alexo Manor
Lancaster · Small home · 1.1 mi away
$3,500 a month to start · Listed by the home
Club Vista Care Home
Palmdale · Small home · 1.4 mi away
$5,000 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Caring Hands RCFE
Palmdale · Small home · 1.4 mi away
$5,500 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Humble Haven RCFE IV
Palmdale · Small home · 1.5 mi away
$4,950 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Loving Las Brisas
Palmdale · Small home · 1.5 mi away
$5,400 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Azalea Gardens
Quartz Hill · Small home · 1.6 mi away
$4,550 a month to start · Covelight estimate