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The Wright Place

Small home·Licensed for 6·East Palo Alto, California

Licensed since 2001Licence #415600267
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · DementiaState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,650 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,650–$6,950
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit1 of 6 beds occupiedAugust 24, 2023 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJuly 30, 2026CDSS inspection record

The Wright Place is a small care home in East Palo Alto — 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 2001. Hospice care and bedridden care are 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 The Wright Place

Is The Wright Place licensed?

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

How many residents is The Wright Place licensed for?

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

Has The Wright Place been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2001, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is The Wright Place still open?

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

What does The Wright Place cost?

$5,650 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,650–$6,950. 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 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

Among 55 other homes of a similar licensed size across San Mateo County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $5,750 to $7,000 a month, and the middle figure is $6,500 (n = 55 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 Wright Place 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 Wright, Jo Ann, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital Stanford is 3.2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can The Wright Place keep a resident on hospice?

Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”

The Wright Place license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “WRIGHT PLACE, THE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #415600267. 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 Wright, Jo Ann, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2001, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 5 state inspection visits since 2001, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2001, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2001, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is July 30, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careNot on file · ask the home
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

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 YEARS AND OVER. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. THE LICENSE ISSUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE DEMENTIA WAIVER.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • 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

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?”

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver not on file

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

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,650a month to start

Likely $4,650–$6,950

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

Likely monthly total

$5,650a month

Likely $4,650–$7,100

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
  • Starting monthly rate$5,650likely $4,650–$6,950

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

    Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $4,650–$7,100
$5,650
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,400–$10,150
$7,650
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 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

24 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,900–$7,500.

  • 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 24 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 2525 Annapolis St., East Palo Alto, CA 94303Address 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 9 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2001. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 30, 2026.

On file since
2021
State visits
5
Most recent visit
July 30, 2026
Occupied · August 24, 2023 visit
1 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 2 complaint reports the state published for this home, dated August 24, 2023. 2 of the 2 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (2). 2 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 2 complaint reports 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 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 2001.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202611020251102024110202323220221102021220

The last 36 months — 3 of 9 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Jul 30, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 7/30/2026, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility to conduct the Annual 1-year required inspection. LPA Calandra was greeted by Jo Ann Wright, Administrator/Licensee and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the physical plant. This is a 1-story building with 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, a kitchen, living room, dining room, and front and backyards. All bedrooms had the required furniture and sufficient lighting. No accessible bodies of water or hazards were observed. All bathrooms had the required anti-skid flooring/mats and grab bars. The facility's hot water temperature was measured at 114.4 degrees Fahrenheit which is within the required 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit range. The facility's smoke alarms and Carbon monoxide detectors were observed to be in working order. The facility had the required 7 days of non perishables and 2 days of perishables on site. No food was expired. The facility's first aid kit had the required items. All sharp objects, soap, and poisons were observed to be locked and in-accessible to persons in care. No deficiencies cited during today's visit. LPA reviewed 1 resident file. All were observed to be complete. The Annual will be completed at a later date. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report provided to the facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 30, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Jul 21, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On July 21, 2025, the Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kiran Jain arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct a Required 1-Year Annual inspection. The LPA met with the Licensee, Jo Ann Wright, and disclosed the purpose of the inspection. The Licensee informed the LPA that the facility had one (1) resident in care and one (1) staff member present at the time. The resident was away at their day program. LPA initiated a walk-through of the facility, accompanied by the Licensee. LPA inspected the kitchen with no cooking in progress at the time. The appliances were checked and observed to be in working order. LPA inspected a locked cabinet containing knives and sharp objects. The refrigerator and pantry cabinets were inspected, and sufficient supplies of fresh perishable food for two (2) days and nonperishable staples for seven (7) days were observed. No expired food or stored medications were noted. LPA inspected the dining area adjacent to the kitchen. The dining table and chairs were observed to accommodate the residents. LPA inspected the living room with all furniture in good repair. There were sofas, a recliner chair, a covered fireplace, and a television in the living room. LPA inspected the fire extinguisher mounted on the wall in the hallway and found it fully charged, with the last service tag dated 05/06/2025. The Licensee tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detector located in the hallway in LPA’s presence, and it was found to be functional. Additional smoke detectors were observed in the bedrooms and common areas of the facility during the visit. Continued on LIC809-C There were three (3) bedrooms and found them clean, well-lit, and equipped with the required furniture. LPA inspected two (2) full bathrooms and found them sanitary, and in good working condition. The bathrooms contained soap, grab bars, paper towels, a trash can, a shower chair, and non-slip mats. The hot water temperature at the sink faucet measured 118.8F in bathroom #1 and 119.3°F in bathroom #2. LPA inspected the two (2) storage closets in the hallway and observed that they contained clean linens. LPA inspected the garage and observed a washer and a dryer. LPA toured the backyard area and found ramps and passageways in good condition, clear of obstructions, with no blocking or tripping hazards. No bodies of water were noted. LPA reviewed one (1) staff personnel records and one (1) resident records. LPA observed that one (1) of one (1) resident had an Admission Agreement, Physician's Report, and CSDMR. LPA observed that one (1) of one (1) staff members had current First Aid certificates, LIC 508 Criminal Record Statements, and LIC 503 Health Screenings, and confirmed that one (1) of one (1) staff member as associated with the facility. LPA observed a centrally stored medication cabinet located in the dining area. All medication bottles and bubble packs were properly labeled. Centrally Stored Medication Records were reviewed and found to be complete. LPA inspected the first aid kit and found it fully stocked. Emergency Drill Logs were reviewed, and it was observed that Emergency Disaster Drills were conducted quarterly, with the most recent drill completed on 05/03/2025. The following updated forms are requested to be submitted to CCLD by 07/28/2025: LIC 500: Personnel Report LIC 308: Designation of Facility Responsibility Certificate of Liability Insurance Administrator Certificate(s) No deficiencies were cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted with the Licensee. A copy of this report was left with the Licensee, Jo Ann, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of the report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 21, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jul 24, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) David Marrufo conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year visit and met with Administrator JoAnn Wright. During visit, LPA toured the facility inside and out. LPA toured the kitchen and pantry areas and observed there to be a perishable food supply of at least 2 days and a non-perishable food supply of at least 7 days. LPA observed knives stored in a high shelf. During visit, Administrator placed the knives in a locked storage area in the garage. LPA toured 2 out of 2 resident bathrooms. Each bathroom had available soap and paper towels and working lights. The water temperatures in the bathroom sinks measured at 108 F and 105 F. LPA tested 1 out of 1 carbon monoxide detector and it functioned properly when tested. LPA tested 2 out of 2 hallway smoke detectors and each smoke detectors in the 5 out of 5 resident bedrooms. 1 out of the 2 hallway smoke detectors did not function when tested and the 5 out of 5 smoke detectors in the resident bedrooms functioned properly when tested. LPA toured the outside area and found the outdoor exit to be clear of obstructions. LPA reviewed the Centrally Stored Medication and Destruction Record and resident record for 1 out of 1 resident and the staff record for 1 out of 1 staff and found them to be complete. Advisory Notes were issued. See LIC9102 for more information. No deficiencies were cited as per California Code of Regulations Title 22. This report was reviewed with Administrator JoAnn Wright and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 24, 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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