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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Typical starting rate$5,000 a monthTypical in Los Angeles County · likely $3,650–$6,850
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJune 29, 2026CDSS inspection record
Vista Verde Living is a small care home in Harbor City — 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 Vista Verde Living
Is Vista Verde Living licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Vista Verde Living licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Vista Verde Living been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is Vista Verde Living still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Vista Verde Living cost?
$5,000 a month to start is typical in Los Angeles County, likely $3,650–$6,850. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Too few nearby homes publish a rate, so this is the typical starting rate 218 small homes publish in Los Angeles County, with a wider likely range. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 8 other homes of a similar licensed size in Harbor City that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $4,500 a month, and the middle figure is $4,250 (n = 8 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 Vista Verde 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 Vista Verde Living LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Can Vista Verde Living keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Vista Verde Living license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “VISTA VERDE LIVING LLC”, per the CDSS roster as of August 30, 2026.
- License #198320722. 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 Vista Verde Living 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?”
- 2 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 June 29, 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 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident
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 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN BEDROOM #4. BEDROOM #1 APPROVED FOR 2 NON-AMBULATORY. BEDROOMS #2, 3 AND 4 APPROVED FOR 1 NON-AMBULATORY EACH.WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR (6).
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — 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
Typical starting rate
$5,000a month to start
Likely $3,650–$6,850
From homes this size in Los Angeles County · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,000a month
Likely $3,650–$6,950
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
Starting monthly rate$5,000likely $3,650–$6,850
Too few nearby homes publish a rate, so this is the typical starting rate 218 small homes publish in Los Angeles County, with a wider likely range. 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 $3,650–$6,950
- $5,000
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,550–$9,800
- $7,000
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 worksWhy this is a county figure
Too few nearby homes publish a rate, so this is the typical starting rate 218 small homes publish in Los Angeles County, with a wider likely range. This home’s own rate is not on file.
- 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.
Where it is
- 23532 President Ave, Harbor City, CA 90710Address from the public record · September 13, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
A map position is not on file for this address.
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 June 29, 2026.
- On file since
- 2026
- State visits
- 2
- Most recent visit
- June 29, 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
Jun 29, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On June 29, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an announced visit to this facility. LPA was greeted and accompanied by applicant Tiny Layug and Arlene Garde during the inspection. An application was submitted to CCLD on April 30, 2026. In the initial license application for a Residential Facility for the Elderly, ages 60 and above. The applicant requested a capacity of (6) non-ambulatory, of which (1) may be bedridden in bedroom #4. Bedroom #1 approved for (2) non-ambulatory. Bedrooms #2, # 3, #4 approved for (1) non-ambulatory. The home is approved for (6) hospice residents. Structure: The facility consists of (4) resident bedrooms (2) resident bathrooms and (1) staff room. The facility is situated in a residential neighborhood. The facility has its kitchen, living room, dining room and laundry room in the garage. The passageways, walkways, and steps are free from obstructions. Resident's Bedroom: The facility had four (4) rooms with (6) twin-size beds, one (1) chair, one (1) nightstand, one (1) dresser, and one (1) table lamp. All rooms had ample storage in the closets. The facility allows residents to either furnish their rooms with their own furniture or utilize furniture provided by licensee. Evaluation Report Continues Bathrooms: Each unit has a bathroom. All bathrooms have a working toilet, washbasin, and shower with grab bars. Linens & Hygiene Supplies: Beds have the required linen/supplies which include pillowcases, mattress pads, fitted sheets, blankets, and bedspreads. The facility also provides linen and furnishings for residents who may require their own, as well as hygiene supplies. Emergency Phone Numbers, Exit Plan & Menu: Emergency phone numbers, exit plan, and menu are posted and readily available for review throughout the facility. There are fire extinguishers on in the kitchen and the dining room and fully charged. All rooms have a telephone line available and internet services. All exit doors have sensors. Food Service: Dishes, cups, and flatware are stored in the kitchen, inspected, and in good condition. Knives, cutlery, and other sharp kitchen utensils are stored in drawers in the kitchen. Food supply is adequately stored in the kitchen and consists of perishables and non-perishables food. Smoke Detectors: Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the interior. Hardwired smoke detectors throughout the common areas and in each resident’s room. Carbon monoxide in each resident’s room. The facility is equipped with central heat throughout the common areas. Resident rooms #1 and #4 have wall air conditioner. Water Temperature: The water temperature ranged from 106.9 degrees F. throughout the kitchen and bathrooms. Toxins: All toxins are stored in storage closets underneath the kitchen cabinet and the garage cabinets. Evaluation Report Continues Appliances: The facility had gas stove burners, microwave, washer, and dryer. The kitchen also had small appliances which included a toaster, a rice cooker, coffee maker, and hot water kettle. There are two refrigerators in the kitchen and the other in the garage. The refrigerator has a measured temperature of at least 45 degrees Fahrenheit for appropriate food storage. A freezer is at (45) zero degrees Fahrenheit. Medications, First-Aid Kit & Book: Several first aid kits are available and stored at the hallway credenza. They have at least the following: a thermometer, tweezers, scissors, antiseptic, bandages, gauze, and a current first-aid manual. The residents’ medications will be stored in the locked living room cabinet. Resident & Staff Files: Records for staff and residents are stored in living room in locked credenza. Reading Material, Games, Equipment & Materials: The facility has board games, books, magazines, and other recreational materials for resident use, stored in the hallway credenza. Pool/Jacuzzi & Pets: No jacuzzi or pool in the area. The Admission Agreement or Plan of Operation did not include accepting pets. Fire clearance: A Fire Clearance inspection conducted on May 21, 2026, with approval for a capacity for (6) non-ambulatory and (1) for bedridden. Security: Currently the facility does not have interior surveillance cameras in common areas. Evaluation Report Continues Component III: (LPA) Dabuet conducted the Pre-Licensing inspection along with the information provided about how to operate the facility within substantial compliance with Component III. PowerPoint. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report has been furnished to the applicant, Arlene Garde (LPA) Dabuet will submit a copy of this facility evaluation report to the Central Applications Unit (CAU) for review. If the applicant has questions regarding the status of the application, they have been instructed to communicate with the CAU Analyst assigned to their application. END OF REPORTthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 29, 2026
Jun 2, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: ARLENE GARDE, TINY LAYUG Interview Method: Telephone interview On June 02, 2026, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed the understanding of the California Code Title 22 Regulations. 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. Restricted/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 2, 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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