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Wiggins Home 3
Small home·Licensed for 6·Porterville, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Typical starting rate$4,000 a monthTypical in Tulare County · likely $3,000–$5,000
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit4 of 6 beds occupiedAugust 5, 2026 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitAugust 5, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderBoyd, ElysiaSince 2020 · 2 licensed homes
Wiggins Home 3 is a small care home in Porterville — 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 2020. 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 Wiggins Home 3
Is Wiggins Home 3 licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Wiggins Home 3 licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Wiggins Home 3 been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.
Is Wiggins Home 3 still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Wiggins Home 3 cost?
$4,000 a month to start is typical in Tulare County, likely $3,000–$5,000. 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 homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for small care homes in Tulare County (compiled June 2026). 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 Wiggins Home 3 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 Boyd, Elysia, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Porterville Developmental Center is 1.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Wiggins Home 3 keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Wiggins Home 3 license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “WIGGINS HOME 3”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #547209031. 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 Boyd, Elysia, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 7 state inspection visits since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
- 3 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2020, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 5, 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 · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved by the state
- 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. FACILITY MAY HAVE UP TO SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER GRANTED FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file — 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
Typical starting rate
$4,000a month to start
Likely $3,000–$5,000
Covelight’s researched range for Tulare County · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,000a month
Likely $3,000–$5,200
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$4,000likely $3,000–$5,000
Too few homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for small care homes in Tulare County (compiled June 2026). 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 $3,000–$5,200
- $4,000
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $3,750–$8,350
- $6,000
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 homes publish a rate here, so this is the middle of Covelight’s researched range for small care homes in Tulare County (compiled June 2026). 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.
Show the 1 nearby home that publishes a rate
- Jordeth Senior Care HomeVisalia · 27 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 677 S Sierra Street, Porterville, CA 93257Address 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 8 documents for this home, and its records count 7 visits since 2020. The most recent — a complaint investigation report on August 5, 2026 — closed with the state’s outcome word: “Unsubstantiated.”
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 7
- Most recent visit
- August 5, 2026
- Occupied at that visit
- 4 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 3 complaint reports the state published for this home, dated January 28, 2025 to August 5, 2026. 3 of the 3 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Unfounded” (1), “Unsubstantiated” (2). 3 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 3 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 complaints3typical 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 2020.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 6 of 8 documents
Aug 5, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Uncleared individual is providing care and supervision. Staff do not ensure that personnel records are complete.
On 8/5/26 at 10:00am an initial complaint visit was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J.Leffall. LPA met Assistant House Manager (HM) Christa Rowland. HM greeted LPA and LPA stated purpose of the visit. The department conducted interviews with staff and reviewed employee files. Although the allegations may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did occur, therefore the allegation is Unsubstantiated. No deficiencies were issued. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was distributed to House Manager which confirms signature of this report. Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 5, 2026 · control 24-AS-20260727132837
Jan 9, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Today, Licensing Program Analyst L. Xiong arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Annual Inspection. LPA met with staff Britney Lopez and inform her the purpose of the visit. Staff brought records for review and provided the facility tour for LPA. Facility appeared clean with no obstruction or fire clearance issues. All common areas have adequate seating and lighting. Resident bedrooms toured, rooms observed to have all required accommodations. Kitchen toured, LPA observed a 2-day supply of perishable and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available for residents. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detectors observed operational during inspection. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 1/2026. Water temperature observed to measure at 110 degrees F. No deficiencies were observed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 9, 2026
Mar 24, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not prevent resident from sexually abusing another resident in care
On this date, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Xiong arrived unannounced to deliver findings on the above allegations. Interviews with residents revealed that residents enjoy being at the facility, feel safe, and stated that staff are friendly and caring. The Porterville Police Department investigated the above allegation and determined no crime occurred. The Department investigated the complaint alleging: Staff did not prevent resident from sexually abusing another resident in care. Based on interviews and record review the above allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegations are unsubstantiated. Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 24, 2025 · control 24-AS-20250115090214
Jan 28, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnfounded
Allegation investigated: Facility staff pinch residents Facility staff verbally abuse residents Facility staff force residents to eat meals
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Xiong conducted the complaint investigation visit to the facility. During the course of this investigation LPA interviewed staff and resident, and reviewed facility files relevant to the complaint investigation. It was determined that the above allegation: Facility staff pinch residents, Facility staff verbally abuse residents, and Facility staff force residents to eat meals are UNFOUNDED. The evidence from the investigation indicated facility staff did not physically or verbally abuse residents. Facility staff did not force fed resident. This agency has investigated the complaint alleging (Facility staff pinch residents, Facility staff verbally abuse residents, and Facility staff force residents to eat meals). We have found that the complaint was unfounded, therefore we have dismissed the complaint. Unfoundedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 28, 2025 · control 24-AS-20250122152352
Jan 8, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Today, Licensing Program Analyst L. Xiong arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Annual Inspection. LPA met with staff Darlene Palafox and inform them the purpose of the visit. Staff brought records for review and provided the facility tour for LPA. Facility appeared clean with no obstruction or fire clearance issues. All common areas have adequate seating and lighting. Resident bedrooms toured, rooms observed to have all required accommodations. Kitchen toured, LPA observed a 2-day supply of perishable and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available for residents. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detectors observed operational during inspection. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 1/2025. Water temperature observed to measure at 112 degrees F. No deficiencies were observed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 8, 2025
Dec 11, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Today, Licensing Program Analyst L. Xiong arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Annual Inspection. LPA met with staff Ofelia Alverarado and Licensee Elysia Boyd and inform them the purpose of the visit. LPAs observed a central entry point with a supply of hand sanitizer and a sign in policy that includes documented routine symptom screening for resident's, staff and visitors. LPA introduced self and allowed entrance by staff. All COVID-19 guidelines are in place. Visitor log-in/temperature check was observed upon entry. Licensees brought records for review and provided the facility tour for LPA. Facility appeared clean with no obstruction or fire clearance issues. All common areas have adequate seating and lighting. Resident bedrooms toured, rooms observed to have all required accommodations. Kitchen toured, LPA observed a 2-day supply of perishable and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available for residents. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detectors observed operational during inspection. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 12/2023. Water temperature observed to measure at 110 degrees F. No deficiencies were observed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 11, 2023
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Boyd, Elysia, licensed since 2020, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Wiggins Home 4 · Porterville
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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The nearest licensed homes in Tulare County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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Gurrola Care Home #3
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Haleys Home Care
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