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Villa Teresa 1 Care Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Stockton, California

Licensed since 2004Licence #397002540
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$3,850 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,150–$4,750
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit4 of 6 beds occupiedFebruary 20, 2025 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitMarch 7, 2026CDSS inspection record

Villa Teresa 1 Care Home is a small care home in Stockton — 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 2004. Dementia 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 Villa Teresa 1 Care Home

Is Villa Teresa 1 Care Home licensed?

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

How many residents is Villa Teresa 1 Care Home licensed for?

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

Has Villa Teresa 1 Care Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 9 state visits over the same years.

Is Villa Teresa 1 Care Home still open?

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

What does Villa Teresa 1 Care Home cost?

$3,850 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,150–$4,750. 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 13 small homes and similar homes within 25 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.

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 Villa Teresa 1 Care 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 Carpenter Guest Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Carpenter Guest Homes, Inc. — at least 2 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

San Joaquin General Hospital is 3.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Villa Teresa 1 Care Home 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.

Villa Teresa 1 Care Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “VILLA TERESA 1 CARE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #397002540. 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 Carpenter Guest Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2004, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 9 state inspection visits since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 9 state visits in that period.
  • 2 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is March 7, 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 4 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • 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. 4 NON-AMBULATORY & 2 AMBULATORY IN MIDDLE ROOM. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 2.

935 - ELDERLY

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

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?”

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation not on file

    Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$3,850a month to start

Likely $3,150–$4,750

From 13 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$3,850a month

Likely $3,150–$4,950

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

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$3,850likely $3,150–$4,750

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 small homes and similar homes within 25 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 $3,150–$4,950
$3,850
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,700–$8,150
$5,850
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 13 small homes and similar homes within 25 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.

13 homes like this within 25 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,950–$5,450.

  • 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.
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Where it is

  • 2477 Carpenter Road, Stockton, CA 95205Address 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 9 visits since 2004. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 7, 2026.

On file since
2021
State visits
9
Most recent visit
March 7, 2026
Occupied · February 20, 2025 visit
4 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 2 complaint reports the state published for this home, dated August 28, 2023 to February 20, 2025. 2 of the 2 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (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 complaints2typical 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 2004.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202611020251202024220202322020221102021110

The last 36 months — 5 of 9 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Mar 7, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 03/07/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arielle Pascua arrived unannounced to this facility to conduct an annual visit. LPA Pascua was greeted by Facility Designated Representative (FDR), Allan Jose and JJ Jose and explained the purpose of the visit. Current census was 5. Upon arrival LPA Pascua observed 2 residents leaving the facility for a weekend outing. This facility is licensed to serve residents who at 60 and older, 4 out 6 residents may be non-ambulatory but cannot reside in the middle bedroom. This facility also has a dementia plan on file and has a hospice waiver for 2 residents. This facility is also vendorized by Valley Mountain Regional Center to accept and retain Level 7 residents. There is current 1 resident on hospice, 1 resident obtaining home health services. LPA Pascua reviewed 5 resident files and 5 staff files. LPA Pascua provided technical assistance to FDR Jose regarding dementia regulations, physicians reports, needs and services plans, and administrator certification. A tour of the facility was conducted. Fire extinguisher located by the back door appeared to have been serviced 07/29/2025 by Jorgenson Co and is in compliance. The kitchen area was toured. LPA Pascua observed a sufficient seven days of non-perishable as well as two days worth of perishable food supplies in the main kitchen. Additional perishable supplies were identified in an additional refrigerator located in the garage. Knives and additional cleaning supplies were locked and made inaccessible to the residents at this time. LPA Pascua observed a locked centralized stored medication cabinet located in the kitchen. Along with facility staff, the LPA observed, reviewed, and compared resident medication with the medication dispensing logs. First Aid Kit was present and contained all of the required components. Common areas were toured. Living room, dining area and all other areas intended for resident use were in compliance and good repair. A washer and dryer were also identified. Laundry detergent, bleach, and all other cleaning supplies were observed to be locked and made inaccessible to the residents at this time. A tour of the garage was conducted. Additional storage for supplies were stored in cabinets. A tour of the bathrooms was conducted. Hot water temperature was measured and observed to be within the required range of 105-120 degrees. Grab bars were present and in good repair. A tour of the resident bedrooms was conducted. Resident furniture was observed to be sufficient to meet the resident needs at this time. The exterior of the physical plant was toured. LPA Pascua observed several wood planks hanging from the fence and a large concrete block that has been broken due to the surrounding tree. LPA Pascua also observed several broken window screens. The following forms and documents were requested to be updated and submitted into CCL. -LIC 308 -LIC 400 -LIC 500 -LIC 610 The following deficiencies were observed and cited on the following LIC 809-D pursuant to Title 22 Rules and Regulations, Health and Safety Codes. Appeal rights were reviewed and a copy was printed and given to the facility designated Administrator at this time.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 7, 2026
20251 state visit · 2 documents
Feb 20, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Resident sustained injury while in care due to lack of supervision

On 2/20/2025 at 3:00pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Bilger arrived unannounced to deliver findings for the allegation noted above. LPA met with Administrator Justin Jose and explained the purpose of the visit. During this investigation, LPA conducted interviews with three staff members and resident1 (R1). LPA also reviewed facility file documentation including individual program plan (IPP), behavior support plan, and physician’s report, and care notes all pertaining to R1. Additionally, LPA reviewed facility’s staffing schedule and conducted facility observations on 12/30/24 and 2/20/2025. Allegation: Resident sustained injury while in care due to lack of supervision. Based on interviews and record reviews conducted, it was revealed that on 12/22/24 R1 experience a fall and sustained a bruise on right eye. Staffing schedule reviewed for this date and other dates in December 2024 revealed two staff on duty consistently for 6 residents in care. Additionally, it was determined through interviews that resident fell as a result of tripping over clothing items in her room and making contact with bedroom furniture. {Cont. on 9099C} Unsubstantiated Care notes reviewed indicate fall was noted and addressed on 12/22/24 by staff. Record reviews and interviews further revealed that R1 has a history of resisting staff assistance with cleaning room and lacks safety awareness. Behavior support plan for R1 indicates interventions are in place to address this behavior. Observations conducted revealed facility staff attending to residents needs adequately. As a result, although R1 sustained a fall and minor injury while in care, there is not a preponderance of evidence to conclude this was due to a lack of appropriate supervision. Therefore, the above allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. A finding of unsubstantiated means the allegation may have happened or is valid, but there is not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator and a copy of this report was provided. Appeal rights provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 20, 2025 · control 27-AS-20241223172423
Feb 20, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 2-20-2025 at 11:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Bilger arrived at this facility unannounced to conduct an annual inspection visit. LPA met with the administrator Justin Jose and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA inspected the physical plant including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, laundry room, living area, common TV area, and outside of the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. Facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) with a current census of 4. Facility has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms for resident use. Facility has a dining area off the kitchen and a formal living room. LPA also conducted the inspection using the CARE tool. Facility currently provides care for 2 ambulatory residents, 2 non ambulatory residents, 0 hospice, and 0 bedridden. The facility has an approved infection control plan in place. Water temperature reads 105*F to 120*F in the bathroom and room temperature reads 71*F. LPA observed the facility to have adequate food supply. Resident rooms were sanitary and had the required furniture and furnishings. The facility common areas were clean and furnished. Smoke and carbon detectors were in good repair. Fire extinguisher was checked and is fully charged. Facility has an emergency food and water kit. All toxins and other dangerous items including sharp objects were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Medication storage area was observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Medications were reviewed and contained accompanying regulatory required Physician’s orders. First aid kit was observed to have adequate supplies and accessible to staff. During this inspection 4 resident files and 5 staffing files were reviewed for regulatory compliance. Five of five files reviewed did not contain all regulatory required staff training. All staff noted on LIC 500 contained criminal background clearances. {Cont. on 809C} LPA completed 1 resident interviews and 2 staff interviews. Resident files reviewed contained all required contents including updated admission agreements, medical assessments, and updated appraisal forms as required. Facility’s surety bond and liability insurance is current and up to date per regulatory requirements. Facility does not contain any bodies of water. LPA observed personal rights and complaint information posted. Facility has appropriate internet access available for resident use. LPA observed facility’s activity calendar and sufficient equipment and supplies to meet activity program needs of residents in care. LPA reviewed facility’s disaster plan to ensure regulatory compliance. Facility conducts monthly fire drills. LPA requested an updated copy of LIC 308, LIC 500, updated surety bond, and updated liability insurance to be sent by 2-27-2025 Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, deficiencies were observed during this visit and noted on LIC 809D. Exit interview was held and a report was given to Administrator. Appeal rights provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 20, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Mar 13, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Annual/Random

On 3-13-2024 at 12:58pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Bilger arrived at this facility unannounced to conduct an annual inspection visit. LPA met with the administrator Justin Jose and explained the purpose of the visit. This visit is the result of a previously attempted annual visit conducted on 2-16-24. LPA inspected the physical plant including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, laundry room, living area, common TV area, and outside of the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. Facility is a residential care facility for the elderly with a current census of 6. Facility has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms for resident use Facility has a dining area off the kitchen and a formal living room. LPA also conducted the inspection using the CARE tool. Facility currently provides care for 0 ambulatory residents, 6 non ambulatory residents, 0 hospice, and 0 bedridden. The facility has an approved infection control plan in place. Water temperature reads 105*F to 120*F in the bathroom and room temperature reads 73*F. LPA observed the facility to have adequate food supply. Resident rooms were sanitary and had the required furniture and furnishings. The facility common areas were clean and furnished. Smoke and carbon detectors were in good repair. Fire extinguisher was checked 7-28-23. Facility has an emergency food and water kit. All toxins and other dangerous items including sharp objects were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Medication storage area was observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Medications were reviewed and contained accompanying regulatory required Physician’s orders. First aid kit was observed to have adequate supplies and accessible to staff. During this inspection 5 resident files and 5 staffing files were reviewed for regulatory compliance. All files contained required contents including staff training. {Cont on 809C} All staff noted on LIC 500 contained criminal background clearances. LPA completed 2 resident interviews and 2 staff interviews. Resident files reviewed contained all required contents including updated admission agreements, medical assessments, and updated appraisal forms as required. Facility’s surety bond and liability insurance is current and update to date per regulatory requirements. Facility does not contain any bodies of water. LPA observed personal rights and complaint information posted. Facility has appropriate internet access available for resident use. LPA observed facility’s activity calendar and sufficient equipment and supplies to meet activity program needs of residents in care. LPA reviewed facility’s disaster plan to ensure regulatory compliance. Facility conducts monthly fire drills. LPA requested an updated copy of LIC 308 and LIC 500. LPA observed facility to have a designated ambulatory room occupied by non-ambulatory residents per regulatory definition. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, deficiencies were observed during this visit and noted on LIC 809D. In addition, an immediate civil penalty in the amount of $500 is issued due to fire clearance violation. Exit interview was held and a report was given to Administrator Justin Jose. Appeal rights provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 13, 2024

The state marks this report as 9 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Feb 16, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 2-16-24 at 10:22am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Bilger arrived at facility unannounced to conduct an annual inspection. LPA knocked on the door and rang bell; waiting for 15 minutes. LPA called facility and spoke with facility staff who was at another location and informed LPA all clients were in day program. LPA called and spoke with Administrator Justin Jose, who confirmed all resident were in day program and was away from facility for extended time due to a previously scheduled appointment. LPA was unable to complete this annual inspection as a result. LPA will re-attempt visit at a later date. No citation issued today. An exit interview was conducted with Justin Jose via phone and a copy of this report was mailed to Justin with a request for return with signature.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 16, 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

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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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