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Victoria Garden Assisted Living
Small home·Licensed for 6·Riverside, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Starting rate$5,500 a monthListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitApril 7, 2026CDSS inspection record
Victoria Garden Assisted Living is a small care home in Riverside — 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. Bedridden 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 Victoria Garden Assisted Living
Is Victoria Garden Assisted Living licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Victoria Garden Assisted Living licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Victoria Garden Assisted Living been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is Victoria Garden Assisted Living still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Victoria Garden Assisted Living cost?
$5,500 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
Among 30 other homes of a similar licensed size in Riverside that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,900 to $4,500 a month, and the middle figure is $4,000 (n = 30 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 Victoria Garden Assisted Living 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 Zsa Investments LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Riverside Community Hospital is 1.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Victoria Garden Assisted Living 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.
Victoria Garden Assisted Living license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “VICTORIA GARDEN ASSISTED LIVING”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #331881809. 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 Zsa Investments LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed: the year is not on file — the roster carries no first-license date for it. Ask: “When did this license start?”
- 2 state inspection visits on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is April 7, 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 by the state
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
- 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 AND OVER. FIRE CLEARANCE APPROVED FOR SIX (6) AMBULATORY RESIDENTS WHERE THREE (3) CAN BE NON-AMBULATORY IN ROOMS #1-3. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS.
935 - ELDERLY · 983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA · 985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
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
- 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
This home’s starting rate
$5,500a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$5,500a month
Likely $5,500–$6,100
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 · where the price comes from
Starting monthly rate$5,500this home
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
Shared room insteadAsknot on file
This home’s listed starting rate is for assisted living private room. A shared room, if one is offered, may cost less — ask.
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 $5,500–$6,100
- $5,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,500–$9,600
- $7,500
Lines marked “Ask” are not in the totals.
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 worksWhere this price comes from
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
12 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,500–$4,950.
- 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 12 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Partners N Care Senior ResidenceRiverside · 0.8 mi · Small home$3,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rosemont VillaRiverside · 1.1 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape Care Home RiversideRiverside · 1.5 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape CottageRiverside · 1.6 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape Care HavenRiverside · 1.7 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Arlington Heights Assisted Living and Memory CareRiverside · 1.8 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Canyon Crest Assisted Living and Memory CareRiverside · 2.1 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sycamore Canyon Assisted Living and Memory CareRiverside · 2.1 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa AnneRiverside · 2.1 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Victoria Hills Assisted Living and Memory CareRiverside · 2.3 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape VillaRiverside · 2.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Blissful Canyon Home Care IIRiverside · 3.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 5284 Bardwell Ave., Riverside, CA 92506Address 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 2026, the state has filed 2 documents for this home, and its records count 2 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 7, 2026.
- On file since
- 2026
- State visits
- 2
- Most recent visit
- April 7, 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 — 2 of 2 documents
Apr 7, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On 4/7/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Valerie Flores conducted an announced prelicensing inspection. LPA Flores met with applicants Saba Engineer and Zulfiqar Engineer and was granted entry into the home. LPA Flores conducted a tour alongside both applicants and observed the following: The facility is a single-story structure which consist of (6) six bedrooms, (3) three bathrooms, living room, dining room, garage, kitchen and backyard. LPA toured the interior and exterior areas of the facility and observed that all passageways were free from obstruction. Resident bedrooms were equipped with the required bedding, furniture, and functional lighting. Bathrooms were sanitary and odorless. Shower areas and toilets were equipped with grab bars and slip-resistant material. LPA observed a hall cabinet equipped with extra linen. The kitchen area was clean and organized. LPA observed a cabinet designated for disinfectants, knives, and other sharp items. LPA observed an additional cabinet in the kitchen equipped with a lock designated for centrally stored medication. There were two fire extinguishers mounted on the walls throughout the facility. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were tested and were observed to be fully operable. Backyard was observed to have a covered patio that was fully furnished. LPA did not any bodies of water during the visit. Water temperature measured within the required limits. Per applicants, there are no firearms and/or ammunition on the premises. LPA observed the posted see something say something, LTCO information, emergency disaster plan, facility sketch, and personal rights. LPA confirmed there was a designated area for staff and resident files. COMP III has not yet been scheduled. LPA has determined the facility meets the operational requirements for licensure. Final approval of licensure will be determined by the Centralized Application Bureau (CAB). The prelicensing inspection is complete and has satisfied all requirements in accordance with Title 22, California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was discussed and provided to Applicants.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 7, 2026
Mar 13, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Component II completion: Successful Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): none COMP II Participants: Saba Engineer, Applicant/Administrator Interview Method: Virtual interview (Microsoft Teams) On March 10, 2026, Applicant/Administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the Applicant/Administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, Applicant/Administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility Operation: License Type, Client/Resident Populations, and Program. 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing Requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General Provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing Readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 13, 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?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Riverside County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Bardwells Pines Manor
Riverside · Small home · 0.1 mi away
$4,350 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Ascend Residential Care
Riverside · Small home · 0.4 mi away
$5,150 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Partners N Care Senior Residence
Riverside · Small home · 0.8 mi away
$3,900 a month to start · Listed by the home
Partners N Care-Care Home
Riverside · Small home · 0.9 mi away
$4,000 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Adding A Touch of Love Elderly Care Facility
Riverside · Small home · 0.9 mi away
$3,900 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Rosemont Villa
Riverside · Small home · 1.1 mi away
$5,000 a month to start · Listed by the home