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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,550 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,750–$5,650
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMay 26, 2026CDSS inspection record
True Care Senior Home is a small care home in Hayward — 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.
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 True Care Senior Home
Is True Care Senior Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is True Care Senior Home licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has True Care Senior Home been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is True Care Senior Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does True Care Senior Home cost?
$4,550 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,750–$5,650. 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 11 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Hayward that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $2,875 to $4,250 a month, and the middle figure is $3,000 (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 True Care Senior Home 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 True Care Senior Home LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
St Rose Hospital is 2.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can True Care Senior Home keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
True Care Senior Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “TRUE CARE SENIOR HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #19201665. 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 True Care Senior Home LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
- 4 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is May 26, 2026, 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 2 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
- BedriddenApproved by the state
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. APPROVED FOR TOTAL CAPACITY OF 5. 2 AMBULATORY 2 NON-AMBULATORY AND 1 BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #2. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 2.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 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 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
$4,550a month to start
Likely $3,750–$5,650
From 11 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,550a month
Likely $3,750–$5,850
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$4,550likely $3,750–$5,650
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 11 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $3,750–$5,850
- $4,550
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,350–$8,950
- $6,550
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 11 small homes and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
11 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,550–$6,350.
- 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 11 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Scott VillaHayward · 0.8 mi · Mid-size home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Arcadian Residential CommunityHayward · 1.1 mi · Mid-size home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Blossom Garden Senior HomeHayward · 1.5 mi · Mid-size home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Montgomery Springs ManorHayward · 1.7 mi · Mid-size home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Willow Creek Alzheimer's & Dementia Care CenterCastro Valley · 2.7 mi · Mid-size home$7,395Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Leslie Care Home IISan Leandro · 3.4 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Andrew Elijah's Guest Home IISan Leandro · 3.5 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Galicia's Tulip Care Home #2Hayward · 3.5 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Anthony's Residential Care HomeSan Leandro · 4.2 mi · Small home$3,700Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Welcome Home - Castro ValleyCastro Valley · 4.5 mi · Mid-size home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Blessing HomeCastro Valley · 4.6 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 968 Lester Ave, Hayward, CA 94541Address 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 2026, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated May 26, 2026.
- On file since
- 2026
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- May 26, 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.
The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents
May 26, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
On 05/26/2026 at 1:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Nguyen arrived announced to conduct a continuation of the pre-license on 04/17/26. License application is for 5 total capacity, two (2) of which maybe non-ambulatory and one (1) bedridden. New fire clearance was granted on April 27, 2026, reflect the facility sketch. LPA met with applicants, Latanya Ison and Olajide Ogunfeyimi. Application is an initial/new application for license for this location. The facility currently has no residents/clients. LPA toured facility including but not limited to 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, game room, office room, common areas and backyard. Bedrooms and living rooms were equipped with the proper furniture. Bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. LPA observed that there are auditory signals on all exit doors. LPA observed that one of the residents' rooms single room is now a game room. LPA observed that bedroom designated for bedridden residents does have a ramp. LPA observed the ground surface of the area in the backyard for use as activity area for residents is now even pavement. LPA observed that the soiled/dusty third storage in the backyard and rolled soiled wood and metal pipe in the backyard have been removed. LPA observed that there are call buttons for residents' use. LPA observed there are ombudsman posters posted on the dining area. LPA reviewed facility sketch and it is consistent with the orientation/actual physical plant layout. No issues noted during inspection. LPAs observed that facility is ready to be licensed. This report will be submitted to the Central Applications Unit (CAU) and a final review of the application will be conducted. This facility is not yet licensed, and is subject to final approval by CAU. Additional requirements may still be required. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 26, 2026
Apr 17, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On this day, April 17, 2026, at 10:00 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Delmundo conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection. License application is for 6 total capacity, two (2) of which maybe non-ambulatory and one (1) bedridden. Fire clearance was granted on February 3, 2026. LPA met with applicants, Latanya Ison and Olajide Ogunfeyimi. Application is an initial/new application for license for this location. LPA toured the facility inside out with the applicants. There is no body of water. LPA inspected the living room, dining area, kitchen, bedrooms, bathroom, front, side and backyard. Central storage for medications was observed in the office with lock. Applicants stated the sharps and cleaning supplies will be kept and stored also in the office. LPA reminded that if the sharps will be transferred to the drawers in the kitchen, the drawers shall have locks. Bedrooms were observed appropriately furnished with adequate lighting and drawers. The facility has sufficient towels and linens. Supplies for residents' personal hygiene are available and on site. Dinner and silver wares were observed adequate for residents' use. There’s 7 days supplies of non-perishables. Facility has working land line phone and internet service. Fire extinguisher was observed fully charge and when verified, applicants stated it was purchased this year. LPA discussed for it to be serviced every year. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were tested and observed in operating condition on this day. First aid kit was checked and observed complete with manual. ....continued on 809C LPA observed the following: -no auditory signals on all exit doors. -at 10:30 am, one of the residents' rooms (shared room) can only be accessed through another resident's room (private room). -at 10.40 am, bedroom designated for bedridden resident does not have ramp and this bedroom's exit door is about a foot high from the backyard ground. -at 10:50 am, uneven ground surface of area in the backyard for use as activity area for residents. -at 10:53 am, soiled/dusty third storage in the backyard. -at 10:55 am, rolled soiled wood and metal pipe in the backyard. -no call button for residents' use. -facility sketch not consistent with the orientation/actual physical plant lay out, cabinets inside the facility and storages in the backyard not indicated. -no Ombudsman poster. Applicants to do the following and to submit pictures, documents and/or proof of purchase by May 1, 2026: 1. Install auditory signals on exit doors. 2. Put soil and sand to level the backyard activity area. 3. Discard the third storage. 4. Discard the rolled wood and metal pipe. 5. Purchase call buttons. 6. Install ramp and decrease the capacity to 5 and submit the following: 7. LIC200 for 5 total capacity. 8. Corrected/updated sketches showing the following: -Exit doors and windows -Dimensions and use of each room -Number of resident(s) in each bedroom -Utility shut off locations -locations of closets -Outside sketch showing the building, perimeter fence, walkway, ramp, storage and utility shut off locations. 9. Post Ombudsman poster. Upon receipt of LIC200 and updated sketches, LPA to submit to Centralized Applications Bureau analyst who in turn will submit a new request for fire safety inspection. LPA to do re-inspection once the new fire clearance is granted and corrections to the deficiencies are completed. LPA discussed obtaining $3M liability insurance upon granting of license and admission of first resident and submitting a copy of the insurance certificate to LPA. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report provided to applicants.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 17, 2026
Apr 17, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Delmundo conducted an announced Component III Training via Teams Meeting. Component III was attended by Latanya Ison and Olajide Ogunfeyimi, appllicants. LPA presented the training via Power Point presentation and had a discussion with the applicants. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report provided at the conclusion of the training.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 17, 2026
Feb 25, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
COMP II by CAB successfully completed Method: Phone Call at CAB Applicant/administrator participated in COMP II at CAB telephone call with analyst at CAB. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified by presenting photo ID via phone. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed the understanding of Title 22. Component II was successfully completed. Applicant and administrator were advised to email/fax signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID to CAB. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Staff qualifications and responsibilities 3. Applicant and Administrator qualifications 4. Program policy: Abuse, admission agreement, medication management, reporting incidents to CCL, restricted & prohibited conditions 5. Grievances, Complaints, Community resources 6. Physical plant, food service 7. Application document review and technical assistance: Criminal record clearance, Health screening, Fire clearance, First Aid/CPR certificate, Administrator certificate, Financial verification, Pre-licensing inspection, Compliance history, Control of propertythe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 25, 2026
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?
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Scott Villa
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