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The Oaks at Garfield
Small home·Licensed for 6·Carmichael, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · 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)
- Room at the last state visit6 of 6 beds occupiedMarch 2, 2026 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMarch 2, 2026CDSS inspection record
The Oaks at Garfield is a small care home in Carmichael — 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 2017.
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 The Oaks at Garfield
Is The Oaks at Garfield licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is The Oaks at Garfield licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has The Oaks at Garfield been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is The Oaks at Garfield still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does The Oaks at Garfield 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 10 small homes and similar homes within 3 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 Carmichael that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,450 to $4,625 a month, and the middle figure is $4,000 (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 The Oaks at Garfield 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 An Ultimate Senior Care LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Mercy San Juan Medical Center is 3.1 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can The Oaks at Garfield keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
The Oaks at Garfield license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “OAKS AT GARFIELD, THE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #342700050. 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 An Ultimate Senior Care LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is March 2, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 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 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. 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS TO RESIDE IN BEDROOM #1, 3, 4, 5, AND 6 ONLY.BEDRIDDEN RESIDENT IN BEDROOM #2 ONLY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4. FOR 2.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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
$4,350a month to start
Likely $3,550–$5,350
From 10 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
Starting monthly rate$4,350likely $3,550–$5,350
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar homes within 3 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.
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 small homes and similar homes within 3 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 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,400–$5,000.
- 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
- Madison Square Senior Living IICarmichael · 0.6 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Cozy Home CareCarmichael · 0.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Abundant Love and Care for the ElderlyCarmichael · 1.2 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Marylou's Home CareSacramento · 1.6 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Norris Senior HomeSacramento · 1.6 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Splendor Oaks Senior Living 1Carmichael · 1.7 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Eastern ManorSacramento · 1.8 mi · Mid-size home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Hollister Care HomeCarmichael · 2.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Meraki of SacramentoSacramento · 2.2 mi · Mid-size home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Kentfield Estates Ranch RCFESacramento · 2.4 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 3500 Garfield Ave, Carmichael, CA 95608Address 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 7 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2017. The most recent — a complaint investigation report on March 2, 2026 — closed with the state’s outcome word: “Unfounded.”
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- March 2, 2026
- Occupied at that visit
- 6 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated March 2, 2026. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unfounded” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints1typical 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 2017.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 7 documents
Mar 2, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnfounded
Allegation investigated: Staff do not feed residents food of good quality. Staff isolate residents in their rooms. Staff does not provide residents with activities. Resident developed pressure injuries while in care.
On 3/2/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lavinia Muscan arrived at the facility unannounced to deliver complaint findings into the allegations listed above and met with Administrator Atanas Manev. During the investigation, the Department conducted interviews and reviewed documentation pertinent to the investigation. The results of the investigation are as follows: **Report continued on 9099-C** Unfounded Staff do not feed residents food of good quality. Based on staff interview, three resident interviews (3) and department observation of the kitchen and meal service, the department found that there was an adequate amount of food for the residents. The food appeared to look appetizing and nutritious, sanitation in the kitchen appeared appropriate, residents said food was good, and portions appeared plentiful. Food supplies in facility were adequate to meet the requirements. Currently, there is no evidence to suggest that staff have failed to provide adequate food service or provide it in a timely manner. Therefore, the allegation is UNFOUNDED. A finding of unfounded means that the allegation is false, could not have happened and/or is without a reasonable basis. Staff isolate residents in their rooms. Staff does not provide residents with activities. Through the course of the investigation process, CCL conducted interviews, toured the facility, and reviewed records regarding the allegation above. During the investigation, residents and staff interviews indicated that residents are receiving all ADLs, including activities from care staff. Residents indicated that if they need anything staff are there and ready to assist. Residents indicated that all their needs are being met by facility staff and they rarely stay in their rooms. Staff indicated that they have never observed other care staff not providing ADLs or activities to residents in care. Therefore, the above allegation is UNFOUNDED. A finding of unfounded means that the allegation is false, could not have happened and/or is without a reasonable basis. Resident developed pressure injuries while in care. Through the course of the investigation process, CCL conducted interviews, toured the facility, and reviewed records regarding the allegation above. Based on documentation and interviews, R1 developed a small superficial wound on R1’s back, which was not a pressure injury. The wound resulted from repeated scratching by R1; therefore, the above allegation is UNFOUNDED. A finding of unfounded means that the allegation is false, could not have happened and/or is without a reasonable basis. Exit interview conducted. Report left with facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 2, 2026 · control 59-AS-20251205150116
Jan 21, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lavinia Muscan arrived on 01/21/2026 to conduct the annual inspection. During today's annual inspection, the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement Tool was used. LPA reviewed resident (3) and staff files (2). All resident files contained the required paperwork. All staff files contained the required paperwork. All staff have current first aid and CPR training. Facility was clean and well organized. Facility is current on fire drills. Staff training contained the required initial training. LPA and Administrator Atanas Manev toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. The areas toured included resident rooms, bathrooms, kitchen, and common areas and outside area.The food supply is within compliance, 2 days of perishable and 7 days worth of non-perishable food items. Grab bars were present at the toilet and in the shower. All exits were unobstructed. The disaster drill is current. The administrator's certificate is current. There is a side gate for emergency access. LPA checked the kitchen area for the ability to prepare and store food. Knives and Sharp objects found to be locked . LPA observed cleaning products and other toxins to be locked away. LPA observed the area used for medication to be locked and inaccessible to residents. LPA observed smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector at the care home are operational. Fire extinguisher is ready for emergency use. Water temperature is within compliance. In the areas toured, there were no health or safety violations observed. LPA requested a copy of the LIC 500, LIC610E and current liability insurance to be sent to the Department by end of the month. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was printed and given to Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 21, 2026
Feb 3, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lavinia Muscan arrived on 2/3/25 to conduct the annual inspection. During today's annual inspection, the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement Tool was used. LPA reviewed resident (2) and staff files (2). All resident files contained the required paperwork. All staff files contained the required paperwork. All staff have current first aid and CPR training. Facility was clean and well organized. Facility is current on fire drills. Staff training contained the required initial training. LPA and Administrator Atanas Manev toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. The areas toured included resident rooms, bathrooms, kitchen, and common areas and outside area.The food supply is within compliance, 2 days of perishable and 7 days worth of non-perishable food items. Grab bars were present at the toilet and in the shower. All exits were unobstructed. The disaster drill is current. The administrator's certificate is current. There is a side gate for emergency access. LPA checked the kitchen area for the ability to prepare and store food. Knives and Sharp objects found to be locked . LPA observed cleaning products and other toxins to be locked away. LPA observed the area used for medication to be locked and inaccessible to residents. LPA observed smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector at the care home are operational. Fire extinguisher is ready for emergency use. Water temperature is within compliance. In the areas toured, there were no health or safety violations observed. LPA requested a copy of the LIC 500, LIC610E and current liability insurance to be sent to the Department by end of the month. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was printed and given to Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 3, 2025
Feb 22, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 2/22/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cassie Yang arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct a Required annual inspection utilizing the CARE tool. LPA met with Administrator and explained the purpose of the visit. During today's visit, LPA and Administrator conducted a tour of the interior and exterior of the facility. Areas toured included but not limited to: six private residents room, three caregiver rooms, kitchen, laundry room, backyard and the common areas. LPA observed the posted license to be incorrect to current licensure of hospice waiver for four. LPA informed Administrator a new license will be sent to the facility as soon as possible. LPA observed facility to have ample supply of perishable and non perishable foods. LPA observed medications, toxins and sharps to be stored separately and to be inaccessible to residents in care. LPA conducted a file review for three residents and three staff. LPA observed the required documents to be present in the binders. Administrator and LPA discussed there is no concerns at the facility. Administrator reported no concerns with staffing. CARE tool completed and facility was found to be in substantial compliance with California Code Regulation, Title 22. Exit interview and a copy of the report will be provided to Administrator via email.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 22, 2024
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.
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Rooms & the spaces they will use
Room typesPrivate rooms
Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.
Pets, routines & independence
Residents may bring a petReported no
Reported on caring.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.
- 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?
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