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Yannica Guest Home 2
Small home·Licensed for 6·Stockton, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,450 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,650–$5,500
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMarch 24, 2026CDSS inspection record
Yannica Guest Home 2 is a small care home in Stockton — 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 2023. Dementia 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 Yannica Guest Home 2
Is Yannica Guest Home 2 licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Yannica Guest Home 2 licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Yannica Guest Home 2 been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Yannica Guest Home 2 still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Yannica Guest Home 2 cost?
$4,450 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,650–$5,500. 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 31 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.
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 Yannica Guest Home 2 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 Hermalina LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Hermalina, LLC — at least 3 on the state roster.
Can Yannica Guest Home 2 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.
Yannica Guest Home 2 license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “YANNICA GUEST HOME 2”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #392701250. 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 Hermalina LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is March 24, 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 careNot on file · ask the home
- 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. 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BEDROOMS 1,2,3,4 APPROVED EGRESS. BEDROOM 1 APPROVED FOR BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6.
935 - ELDERLY
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
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 $3,650–$5,500
From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,450a month
Likely $3,650–$5,700
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
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 $3,650–$5,500
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes and similar homes within 31 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 $3,650–$5,700
- $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.
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 31 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 31 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,000–$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.
Show the 24 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Oasis Guest HomeStockton · 0.5 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Chianti JoyStockton · 0.5 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026
- Briones Family HomecareStockton · 8.6 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Diamond CareFrench Camp · 11 mi · Mid-size home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · memory care private room · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
- Sunshine Glory Care HomeWilton · 25 mi · Mid-size home$3,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Buttons Elderly CareOakley · 25 mi · Small home$2,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Star HomeRio Vista · 25 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Graceful Living at ModestoModesto · 26 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Comforts of Home GavirateElk Grove · 26 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- Spring View Gardens Care HomeElk Grove · 26 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Dutchollow Suites IModesto · 27 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Graceful Living at RiverbankRiverbank · 28 mi · Small home$3,300Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Crossroads ManorRiverbank · 28 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Yellow OrchidElk Grove · 28 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Zannat Boarding CareAntioch · 28 mi · Small home$4,800Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Immaculate Care HomeElk Grove · 29 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sisters Assisted LivingModesto · 29 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Safe Haven Central ValleyModesto · 29 mi · Small home$4,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Astoria at OakdaleOakdale · 29 mi · Mid-size home$2,150Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Friendship Care HomeAntioch · 29 mi · Mid-size home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Stephen's HomeModesto · 29 mi · Small home$2,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Gene-Lyn Guest HomeSacramento · 30 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Siebenthal Care HomeSacramento · 30 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sterling EstatesAntioch · 31 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 3956 Novara Way, Stockton, CA 95212Address 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 2023, the state has filed 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2023. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 24, 2026.
- On file since
- 2023
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- March 24, 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 2023.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents
Mar 24, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 3/24/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cynthia Tamayo arrived at this facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit. Upon arrival, LPA met with the Administrator, Maxima Martin (S1), and informed them of LPA’s presence. An entrance interview was conducted. This is a Residential Care Facility for the elderly licensed to serve 6 non-ambulatory age range 60 and over , of which 1 may be bedridden in bedroom 1. Bedrooms 1,2,3,4 have approved egress. The census was 5 residents and 2 care staff. LPA Tamayo inspected the physical plant including but not limited to the common area, kitchen, dining area, resident bedrooms, bathrooms, laundry room and outside courtyards of the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. LPA Tamayo observed the facility to be free of odor, clean and in good repair. There are no bodies of water present. LPA observed the the following when touring the physical plant: KITCHEN: Appliances and fixtures were clean and functional. LPA observed seven day non-perishable and two-day perishable food supplies. Meals are prepared by the Staff. Knives and other sharps are locked inaccessible in a drawer. Kitchen and house cleaning supplies are stored in a locked cabinet. LPA observed a weekly menu to be posted. COMMON AREAS: Common areas include the Living Room and Dining Room. All furniture was observed to be clean and in good condition, with enough seating for clients in care. There was space to accommodate both indoor and outdoor activities. LPA noted an Activity Calendar in the living room area and activities stored in the in the dining room. CONTINUED 809-C BEDROOMS: LPA inspected facility bedrooms. The facility has five (4) total client bedrooms and (1) staff bedroom. All bedrooms were observed to contain furniture, bedding and linens within regulation. Extra linens are stored in the hallway cabinet. Client bedrooms had no visible hazards or inconsistencies observed. BATHROOMS: There are three bathrooms. All bathrooms were observed to be clean and sanitary, and supplied with paper towels. Water temperature was tested and measured at 137.8 degrees F in the bathroom, which is not within the required regulation, the water temperature was adjusted during this visit to ensure water temperature is within 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Grab bars and non-slip mat were observed to be stable and in good repair at this time. MEDICATION REVIEW: LPA reviewed medications which are centrally stored in a locked cabinet in the common area near the facility entrance. LPA observed the centrally stored medications area to be locked and inaccessible to residents. LPA observed the fire extinguisher(s) and first aid kits were up to date. Fire drills are completed monthly. LPA observed smoke and carbon monoxide detector(s) in the facility were in good repair. All emergency exits were clear from obstructions. area. INFECTION CONTROL/EMERGENCY DISASTER PLAN: During today’s visit, the LPA reviewed the facility's infection control plan as well as the facility's emergency disaster plan. The facility’s policies and procedures as it pertains to infection control are within regulation. Both documents were observed to be complete and recently updated. Emergency disaster drill is conducted quarterly per regulation. EXTERIOR: Exterior passageways were clean and clear of any obstructions. There is a backyard patio area for client and visitor use with furniture observed to be in good condition. There are no exterior gates. There are two locked sheds for extra storage and furniture. RECORD REVIEW: LPA requested client and staff files for review. LPA reviewed 5 resident files and 3 staff files, including criminal record clearances. A review of staff records indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks are fingerprinted and associated to the facility. Administrator, S1, holds certification Administrator Certificate # 7032934740 expires on 8/15/2026. The following documents were requested to be sent to the Regional Office: (1) Insurance verification (2) Surety Bond (3)Resident Roster (LIC 9020) As a result of this annual visit, the facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulation no deficiencies were cited. An exit interview was conducted with the Licensee, and a copy of these LIC 809 reports were left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 24, 2026
Apr 2, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Unannounced Annual visit made out to this facility on 04/02/2025 by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Charlie Yang. This LPA was met by the facility staff person, Rowena Dioso, who was briefly interviewed at this time. This LPA requested that she go ahead and contact the facility designated Administrator, Maxima Martin, to inform her that CCL was present at this time for an annual visit. The facility designated Administrator returned back to this facility shortly thereafter while this LPA was conducting this visit. Current census was 6 residents. It was learned that there weren't any residents under the care of hospice at this time. This facility does have an approved waiver to be able to accept and retain up to (6) residents under the care of hospice at any given time. It was learned that this facility has a program to be able to accept and retain dementia residents at any given time. It was learned that there were (2) residents diagnosed with dementia at this time. It was learned that there was (1) resident receiving services through home health at this time. Tour of this facility was conducted. Dining area, living area, and all other areas intended for resident use were toured. Furniture and furnishings were observed to be sufficient and able to meet the needs of the residents at this time. Linen closet, located in facility hallway, was reviewed and observed to contain a sufficient supply of towels, sheets, and bedding able to meet the needs of the residents at this time. Kitchen area was toured. Kitchen drawers and cabinets were opened and reviewed. Food supply for 2-day perishable and 7-day nonperishable quantities was reviewed to make sure that they were in compliance at all times. Pantry area was toured. Additional food storage units located in the garage area were observed to be present and functional at this time. Laundry room, located prior to the entrance for the garage, was toured. Bleach, detergent, and all other cleaning supplies were observed to be locked and made inaccessible to the residents at this time. Administrator certificate, # 7032934740, for Maxima Martin was observed to have an expiration date of 08/15/2026 and in compliance at this time. Forms and documents have been completed in order to renew this Administrator certificate at this time. Medication cabinet, located in the facility kitchen cabinet, was observed to be locked and made inaccessible to the residents at this time. First aid kit, located in the medication closet, was reviewed. This LPA observed that it did contain all of the required components at this time. Fire extinguishers were located throughout this facility and observed to have been annually inspected by the local fire extinguisher company, Jorgensen Company, on 01/02/2025 and found to be in compliance at this time. Facility resident bedrooms were toured. Furniture and furnishings were observed to be sufficient and able to meet the needs of the residents at this time. Facility resident restrooms were toured. Grab bars and non skid mats were observed to be present and in good repair at this time. Hot water temperatures were taken to make sure that they were within the allowed range of 105-120 degrees. A tour of the facility exterior grounds was conducted. A review of the facility perimeter fence, side gates, and all other exits was conducted. A review of (4) facility personnel records was conducted on the LIC 859. A review of (6) facility resident records was conducted on the LIC 858. The following forms and documents were requested to be updated and submitted into CCL for review by this LPA: LIC 308 LIC 400 LIC 500 LIC 610 There were no deficiencies observed or cited during today's annual visit. Exit Interviewthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 2, 2025
Mar 27, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 03/27/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Avelina Martinez made an unannounced visit to this facility to conduct an annual required inspection. LPA Martinez met with Maxima Martin and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Martinez inspected the physical plant including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, laundry room, activity room, and outside courtyards of the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. Administrator holds current certificate. The facility is licensed for six non-ambulatory residents, which one may be bedridden. The facility has an approve hospice wavier for 6. The LPA Martinez toured the facility with Maxima Martin on 03/27/2024 at 9:30 AM. The facility temperature measured at 72 degrees, and water temperature measured at 105 degrees. The facility was sanitary and furnished with no foul odors. The resident bedrooms and bathrooms were sanitary and furnished. The facility has an area for activities, and has a public telephone. The facility had an adequate food supply, and the kitchen was sanitary. The facility fire extinguisher, smoke detectors, and carbon detectors were in good repair. The fire emergency gate was in good repair. The exterior of the home was clear of debris. LPA Martinez conducted a facility file review, and files were maintained. Based on this annual inspection, the facility is in compliance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22 and Health and Safety Code. There were no deficiencies cited at this time, and exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report was provided to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 27, 2024
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?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in San Joaquin County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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$4,500 a month to start · Covelight estimate
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Cozy Residential Home 2
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