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Woodlands IV

Small home·Licensed for 6·Lafayette, California

Licensed since 2024Licence #79201325
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,550 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,550–$6,800
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit3 of 6 beds occupiedOctober 18, 2024 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitMay 4, 2026CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderBethel Care Inc.Since 2024 · 3 licensed homes

Woodlands IV is a small care home in Lafayette — 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 2024.

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 Woodlands IV

Is Woodlands IV licensed?

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

How many residents is Woodlands IV licensed for?

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

Has Woodlands IV been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is Woodlands IV still open?

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

What does Woodlands IV cost?

$5,550 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,550–$6,800. 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 24 small homes and similar homes within 8 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 33 other homes of a similar licensed size across Contra Costa County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $5,825 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 33 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 Woodlands IV 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 Bethel Care Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Bethel Care Inc. — at least 4 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Walnut Creek is 2.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Woodlands IV keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Woodlands IV license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “WOODLANDS IV”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #79201325. 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 Bethel Care Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 5 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is May 4, 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 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 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. APPROVED FOR 6 NON-AMBULATORY OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #1. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 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 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

Covelight estimate

$5,550a month to start

Likely $4,550–$6,800

From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$5,550a month

Likely $4,550–$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
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$5,550likely $4,550–$6,800

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 8 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 $4,550–$6,950
$5,550
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,300–$10,000
$7,550
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 24 small homes and similar homes within 8 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.

24 homes like this within 8 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,450–$7,000.

  • 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.
Show the 24 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 3292 Walnut Ln, Lafayette, CA 94549Address 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 2024, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated May 4, 2026.

On file since
2024
State visits
5
Most recent visit
May 4, 2026
Occupied · October 18, 2024 visit
3 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated October 18, 2024. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report 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 complaints1typical 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 2024.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202611020251102024330

The last 36 months — 5 of 5 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
May 4, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 04/10/2025 at 11:15 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) David Doidge arrived to conduct 1-Year Annual Required inspection. LPAs met with caregiver Rio Clark. and explained the purpose of the visit. The Administrator Tayyaba Chaudhry arrived at the facility 12:15 PM. During the visit, LPA toured facility including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms and bathrooms, front and back area of the facility, and common areas. Fire extinguisher was observed full and last inspected on 12/30/2025. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and observed functional. LPA observed the facility to be at 73 degrees Fahrenheit. All indoor and outdoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. Hot water temperature was measured at 114 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed skid mats and grab bars in resident bathrooms. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. There are no bodies of water present in or around the facility. LPA observed a sufficient supply of 7 day non-perishables and two day perishable food supplies. LPA reviewed five (5) resident files and five (5) staff files; all were complete. Emergency Drills are conducted quarterly. Last drill conducted on 04/04/2026. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 03/13/2026. Centrally stored medications were observed locked in a cabinet. First aid kit was observed to be complete. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 4, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Apr 10, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 04/10/2025 at 12:15 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) David Doidge and Ardalan Gharachorloo arrived to conduct 1-Year Annual Required inspection. LPAs met with caregiver Rio Clark. and explained the purpose of the visit. The Administrator Administrator Tayyaba Chaudhry arrived at the facility at 01:10 PM. During the visit, LPAs toured facility including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms and bathrooms, front and back area of the facility, and common areas. Fire extinguisher was observed full and last inspected on 11/26/2024. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and observed functional. LPAs observed the facility to be at 65 degrees Fahrenheit. All indoor and outdoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. Hot water temperature was measured at 109 degrees Fahrenheit. LPAs observed skid mats and grab bars in resident bathrooms. LPAs observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. There are no bodies of water present in or around the facility. LPAs observed a sufficient supply of 7 day non-perishables and two day perishable food supplies. LPA reviewed six (5) resident files and five (4) staff files; all were complete. The last fire and earthquake drills were conducted on 12/10/2024. Centrally stored medications were observed locked in a cabinet. First aid kit was observed to be complete. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 10, 2025
20243 state visits · 3 documents
Oct 18, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Resident neglected while in care Resident sustained unexplained injuries while in care

On 9/20/2024 at 9:00AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) A. Gomez arrived unannounced to deliver findings for the allegations listed. LPA explained the purpose of the visit to Caregiver, Cathia Sheryll Delgado. Administrator was unable to attend and approved caregiver to sign report over the phone. During the course of the investigation LPA interviewed 2 staff as well as spoke with medical staff (MS) associated to R1. S1 and S2 both stated that R1 would hit themselves on the wheel chair, try to jump through windows, hit doors, and hurt thyself with the accessories thereby leading to bruises. Medical staff stated that R1 has behavioral concerns and that they have been seen for on numerous occasions by the Psychiatric team. MS also noted that R1 acts out and gets aggressive and violent because they do not want to be in a RCFE. Based on the interviews of facility staff and medical staff both allegations are UNSUBSTANSIATED 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 allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 18, 2024 · control 15-AS-20240912154214
Apr 25, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On this day at around 10:45 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Luisa Fontanilla arrived unannounced to conduct pre-licensing inspection. Licensee/Applicants Tayyaba and Ejaz Chaudry arrived at the facility at around 12:05 pm. During the visit, LPA toured the facility with the applicants. Physical plant is consistent with the facility sketches submitted to Centralized Application Bureau (CAB). There is no body of water observed. There were 6 resident bedrooms and 2 bathrooms that were observed with adequate lighting. There is an additional room and bathroom that will be for staff use. Facility is equipped with refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, washer and dryer. There was sufficient supply of plates, glasses, and other utensils. Facility land line telephone was tested and observed operational. Towels, sheets, warm blankets and hygiene products were observed available. Fire extinguishers that appeared full and were last serviced on 11/1/2023 were observed. First aid kit was observed complete with manual. Flashlights were observed available for use. Licensee/Applicant states all residents will have a call button that is connected to a monitor in the kitchen. The following were observed during the inspection: missing carbon monoxide missing required posters such as Complaint poster, Personal Rights, Theft and Loss, etc hot water measured at 129.3 degrees Fahrenheit workers were observed in the front yard fence on the right side facing the facility is leaning towards the neighbor's side screen doors/windows/pieces of wood were observed in the side yard continuation on Lic 809C The Licensee/Applicant will send CCL photos of corrections. In regards to the fence, Licensee/applicant states he is in contact with the neighbor and will update CCL. LPA will inform CAB analyst upon receipt of proof of corrections. Final review of application, and license to be granted by CAB. Exit interview was conducted, and copy of this report was provided to the applicant.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 25, 2024
Mar 19, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

COMP II by CAB successfully completed Method: Phone Call at CAB Facility Type: RCFE Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): Applicant/administrator participated in COMP II at CAB telephone call with analyst at CAB. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified by presenting photo ID via phone. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed the understanding of Title 22. Component II was successfully completed. Applicant and administrator were advised to email/fax signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID to CAB. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Staff qualifications and responsibilities 3. Applicant and Administrator qualifications 4. Program policy: Abuse, admission agreement, medication management, reporting incidents to CCL, restricted & prohibited conditions 5. Grievances, Complaints, Community resources 6. Physical plant, food service 7. Application document review and technical assistance: Criminal record clearance, Health screening, Fire clearance, First Aid/CPR certificate, Administrator certificate, Financial verification, Pre-licensing inspection, Compliance history, Control of propertythe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 19, 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.

Who holds the licence

Bethel Care Inc., licensed since 2024, operates 3 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.

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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