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Walnut Villa-Telegraph II

Small home·Licensed for 6·Whittier, California

Licensed since 2000Licence #197802838
(562) 777-7200From the state roster · September 13, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,200 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,450–$5,200
  • 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 14, 2026CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderWalnut Villa Inc.Since 2000 · 2 licensed homes

Walnut Villa-Telegraph II is a small care home in Whittier — 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 2000. Dementia care is not on file.

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 Walnut Villa-Telegraph II

Is Walnut Villa-Telegraph II licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

How many residents is Walnut Villa-Telegraph II licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has Walnut Villa-Telegraph II been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2000, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Walnut Villa-Telegraph II still open?

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

What does Walnut Villa-Telegraph II cost?

$4,200 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,450–$5,200. 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 10 small 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 228 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,300 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 228 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 Walnut Villa-Telegraph II 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 Walnut Villa Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Walnut Villa Inc. — at least 3 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Vista Specialty Hospital of La Mirada is 1.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Walnut Villa-Telegraph II keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 1 resident, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Walnut Villa-Telegraph II license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “WALNUT VILLA-TELEGRAPH II”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #197802838. 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 Walnut Villa Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2000, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2000, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2000, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2000, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is April 14, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 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 careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 1 resident
  • 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
LICENSED FOR 6 NON AMBULATORY RESIDENTS, AGES 60 AND OVER. APPROVED DEMENTIA. FACILITY MAY RETAIN ONE HOSPICE RESIDENT. APPROVED FOR ONE BEDRIDDEN CLIENT.

980 - RCFE / LOCKED

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 1 — 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

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

$4,200a month to start

Likely $3,450–$5,200

From 10 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,200a month

Likely $3,450–$5,400

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$4,200likely $3,450–$5,200

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small 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 $3,450–$5,400
$4,200
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,050–$8,550
$6,200
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 10 small 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.

10 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$5,000.

  • 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

  • 13973 Telegraph Road, Whittier, CA 90606Address 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 2022, the state has filed 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2000. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 14, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
6
Most recent visit
April 14, 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. Counts cover this licence since 2000.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261102025110202411020231102022120

The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20261 state visit · 1 document
Apr 14, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Ramirez conducted an unannounced required 1-year visit on 04/14/2026. LPA was met by staff Celina Vasquez and explained the purpose of the visit. Facility is licensed to serve six (6) ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents aged 60 and above of which one (1) may be bedridden. This facility may retain one (1) hospice resident. Facility is approved to care for dementia residents. The property lot is made up of three (3) separate buildings (13971, 13973, & 13975 Telegraph Road). LPA OBSERVATIONS: The facility is a single-story dwelling located on a residential street and consists of three (3) resident bedrooms, two (2) bathroom, kitchen, dining room, living room, detached garage, and backyard. The Compliance & Regulatory Enforcement Tool (CARE) was not used during today’s inspection. LPA observed this facility to be under construction, and zero (0) residents and zero (0) staff were observed inside the facility. According to staff Vasquez, this facility has been under renovation since 2022 and has not had any residents or staff in the facility. During file review, LPA Ramirez observed documentation sent to Monterey Park Regional Office that indicates no residents will be in the facility until all renovations are completed and licensing is notified. LPA observed construction materials on the inside and outside of the facility. Per staff Vasquez, no staff are assigned to this facility, therefore LPA did not review staff files or resident files. All annual fees are current for this facility. Staff Vasquez agreed to submit facility Emergency Disaster Plan for Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly LIC (610E) and liability insurance upon admission of the first resident. No deficiencies were cited during this visit. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was providedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 14, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
May 20, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst/ (LPA) Nicol Wesley conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit at the Walnut Villa - Telegraph II facility. LPA met with Celina Vasquez, assistant administrator to explain the purpose for todays visit. I was informed that Cynthia Tadeo is the current administrator. Mrs. Vasquez informed LPA that the previous owner Scott Hass is selling the property to a company that Jessie Quesada works for The Walnut Villa LLC. There are currently no residents residing in Walnut Villa - Telegraph II 13973 Telegraph Road. LPA Wesley toured the facility with Mrs. Vasquez and Jessie Quesada. It is one of three properties on the premises. The property contained three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, and living room. The house was being completely renovated, so there were no residents present in the facility. Mrs. Vasquez informed LPA that she faxed and mailed, Monterey Park Community Care Licensing Office, a letter stating that there are no residents living in the facility. The assistant administrator stated that they still want to the current license to maintain the license and remain operational until the change of ownership goes through. They are currently experiencing problem with the Fire inspector Almaraz. A copy of this report was given during the Exit interview.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 20, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Apr 30, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst/ (LPA) Angelica Rea, conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit at the Walnut Villa - Telegraph II facility. LPA was allowed entry into the facility by Celina Vasquez, Administrator. LPA Rea explained to Ms. Vasquez the purpose of the required 1 year annual inspection visit. Ms. Vasquez informed LPA that there are currently no residents residing in Walnut Villa - Telegraph II. LPA toured the facility with Ms. Vasquez.. The residential house is one of three residential homes (on the property) has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, and living room. LPA toured the house and did not observe any residents living in the facility. Ms. Vasquez informed LPA that she faxed and mailed, Monterey Park Community Care Licensing Office, a letter stating that there are no residents living in the facility, and that the current owners of the facility are planning to refurbish the house for future residents to be admitted. LPA informed Ms. Vasquez to contact Community Care Licensing prior to beginning any renovations of the facility. The Administrator stated that they still want to maintain the license and remain operational. No deficiencies cited. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Celina Vasquez, Administrator,the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 30, 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.
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Who holds the licence

Walnut Villa Inc., licensed since 2000, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

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.

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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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