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Wolcott Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Fremont, California

LicensedLicence #19201562
(510) 771-9920From the state roster · September 13, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,450 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,600–$5,450
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitDecember 29, 2025CDSS inspection record

Wolcott Home is a small care home in Fremont — 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. Dementia care and bedridden care are 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 Wolcott Home

Is Wolcott Home licensed?

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

How many residents is Wolcott Home licensed for?

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

Has Wolcott Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is Wolcott Home still open?

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

What does Wolcott Home cost?

$4,450 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,600–$5,450. 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 12 small homes and similar homes within 10 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 6 other homes of a similar licensed size in Fremont that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $2,500 to $4,000 a month, and the middle figure is $3,000 (n = 6 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 Wolcott 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 Wolcott Home LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Fremont is 1.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Wolcott Home keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Wolcott Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “WOLCOTT HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
  • License #19201562. 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 Wolcott Home 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?”
  • 3 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 December 29, 2025, 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 4 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved by the state
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

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. 2 AMBULATORY AND 4 NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER GRANTED FOR (2).

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 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 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

$4,450a month to start

Likely $3,600–$5,450

From 12 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,450a month

Likely $3,600–$5,650

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$4,450likely $3,600–$5,450

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 12 small homes and similar homes within 10 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 $3,600–$5,650
$4,450
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,250–$8,800
$6,450
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 12 small homes and similar homes within 10 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.

12 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,350–$4,800.

  • 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

  • 40726 Wolcott Dr, Fremont, CA 94538Address 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 2025, the state has filed 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated December 29, 2025.

On file since
2025
State visits
3
Most recent visit
December 29, 2025

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 — 3 of 3 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20252 state visits · 3 documents
Dec 29, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 12/29/2025 at 12:55 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) P. Manalo announced to conduct pre licensing inspection to verify the corrections have been made. LPA met with Licensee/Applicant, Mario Rodriguez, and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured facility with Administrator and Licensees/ Applicants including but not limited to 4 residents' bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, one office space, kitchen, living room, and backyard area. Bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-skid shower pans. Linens and hygiene supplies were observed inside a cabinet. There is sufficient lighting throughout facility. First-aid kit was observed to be complete. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operational. Fire extinguishers were observed to be full and last serviced on 02/20/2025. The facility has a working telephone that was verified during the visit. The following corrections were noted during the visit: LPA observed the backyard with debris was cleared. LPA observed the pest control plan service agreement was started on 11/12/2025. LPA observed the sectional couch removed from the passageway in Room #4. LPA observed the dresser and curtain repaired in Room #4. Continue to LIC809-C... Continue from LIC809-C... LPA observed cleaning chemicals such as Lysol Wipes, glass cleaner, Lysol spray locked. LPA both clients’ bathrooms unsoiled. LPA observed S2, S3, and S4 with a CPR certification. LPA observed that R4’s doctor’s order for the half bed rail. LPA observed the residents' record completed. LPA observed the emergency disaster plan updated with the correct information. LPA observed the Resident Counsel Rights Poster. LPA observed that the facility is ready to be licensed. This report will be submitted to the Centralized Applications Bureau (CAB) and a final review of the application will be conducted. The facility is not yet licensed and is subject to final approval by CAB. Additional requirements may still be necessary. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided to the licensee.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 29, 2025
Dec 9, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 12/09/2025 at 9:55 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) P. Manalo arrived announced to conduct pre licensing inspection. LPAs met with Licensee/ Applicant, Mario Rodriguez, and Administrator, Olive Neri, and explained the purpose of the visit. This is pre-license for a change of ownership. LPA toured facility with Administrator and Licensees/ Applicants including but not limited to 4 residents' bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, one office space, kitchen, living room, and backyard area. Bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-skid shower pan. Linens and hygiene supplies were observed inside a cabinet. There is sufficient lighting throughout facility. The hot water temperature in a residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 114.1. First-aid kit was observed to be complete. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operational. Fire extinguishers were observed to be full and last serviced on 02/20/2025. The facility has a working telephone that was verified during the visit. Prior to licensure, the following shall be corrected and faxed to CCLD by 12/15/2025: At 10:14 AM, LPA observed cart filled with debris and wheelchair in the backyard. Staff stated that they will schedule a bulk pick up for the items. At 10:19 AM, LPA observed 3 cartons of eggs in the kitchen pantry. Continue to LIC809-C... Continue from LIC809... At 10:20 AM, LPA observed an insect in the kitchen pantry. At 10:32 AM, LPA observed Lysol wipes unlocked in the office. At 10:36 AM, LPA observed a sectional couch blocking the passageway of the sliding door exit. At 10:38 AM, LPA observed glass cleaner and Lysol spray unlocked in the bathroom. At 10:39 AM, LPA observed a broken dresser handler in Room#4. At 10:40 AM, LPA observed the curtain in Room #4 in disrepair. At 10:51 AM, LPA observed Lysol wipes unlocked in the laundry room. At 11:00 AM, LPA observed mold/ mildew in both clients’ bathrooms. At 11:30 AM, LPA observed S2, S3, and S4 without a CPR certification. At 11:45 AM, LPA observed that R4 does not have a doctor’s order for the half bed rail. At 12:00 PM, LPA observed the residents' record not signed and dated. At 12:05 PM, LPA observed the emergency disaster plan needs to be updated with the correct information. At 12:10 PM, LPA did not observe the Resident Counsel Rights Poster This facility is not yet licensed, and is subject to final approval by CAB. Additional requirements may still be required. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Licensee/applicant.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 9, 2025

The state marks this report as 13 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Dec 9, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

On 12/09/2025 at 11:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) P. Manalo conducted Component lll with Licensee/Applicant Mario Rodriguez, Licensee. During the visit, LPA presented Power point presentation to Licensee/Applicant. LPA provided Mario Rodriguez CCL and LPA contact information. A copy of this report was provided to Rodriguez.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 9, 2025
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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  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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