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Your Home, RCFE
Small home·Licensed for 6·Santa Barbara, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,100 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,200–$6,300
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit5 of 6 beds occupiedJune 11, 2024 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJuly 1, 2026CDSS inspection record
Your Home, RCFE is a small care home in Santa Barbara — 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 2015. Dementia care and bedridden care are 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 Your Home, RCFE
Is Your Home, RCFE licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Your Home, RCFE licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Your Home, RCFE been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.
Is Your Home, RCFE still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Your Home, RCFE cost?
$5,100 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,200–$6,300. 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 9 small homes and similar homes within 7 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 9 other homes of a similar licensed size in Santa Barbara that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $5,050 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 9 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 Your Home, RCFE 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 Your Home-RCFE, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital is 2.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Your Home, RCFE keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Your Home, RCFE license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “YOUR HOME, RCFE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #425801981. 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 Your Home-RCFE, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2015, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 6 state inspection visits since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 1, 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 4 residents
- 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
6 NON-AMBULATORY, HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — 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
$5,100a month to start
Likely $4,200–$6,300
From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,100a month
Likely $4,200–$6,450
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$5,100likely $4,200–$6,300
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar homes within 7 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 $4,200–$6,450
- $5,100
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,900–$9,550
- $7,100
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 9 small homes and similar homes within 7 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.
9 homes like this within 7 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,500–$5,200.
- 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 9 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Casa San MiguelSanta Barbara · 0.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Santa Barbara Memory CareSanta Barbara · 2.0 mi · Mid-size home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Mission VillaSanta Barbara · 2.1 mi · Mid-size home$4,900Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa St. JamesSanta Barbara · 2.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Alexander GardensSanta Barbara · 2.6 mi · Mid-size home$2,995Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa Cambria WaySanta Barbara · 2.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa SantecitoSanta Barbara · 4.1 mi · Small home$5,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Lotus VillaSanta Barbara · 6.1 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- Tree of Life Retirement HomesSanta Barbara · 6.7 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 128 San Rafael Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93109Address 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 2022, the state has filed 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2015. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 1, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 6
- Most recent visit
- July 1, 2026
- Occupied · June 11, 2024 visit
- 5 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated June 11, 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 2015.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents
Jul 1, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kristin Kontilis conducted an unannounced Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. At the time of arrival, there were five (5) residents in care, and one (1) staff as well as Administrator Viktoriia Andreichenko were on duty. Entrance interview conducted: LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is a one-story Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). The facility accepts residents with a dementia diagnosis; has hospice care waiver for four residents; and a fire clearance for six non-ambulatory residents. Currently there are no residents on hospice residing in the facility. A tour of the physical environment and accommodations were assessed, and the following was noted: LPA observed the required posting of the complaint poster and Resident’s Rights. LPA inspected the one-story facility for fire safety, personal accommodations, and food service. The facility maintains a comfortable room temperature. First aid kit was observed to be complete. The physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, doors, floors and floor coverings were checked. There are two fire extinguishers on the premises last serviced on 5/26/2026. There is a total of one (1) carbon monoxide detectors and five (5) smoke alarms throughout the facility all in good working order. Residents participate at-will in activities including exercising, walking around the facility grounds and the neighborhood, music activities, and dance performances. Please continue to 809-C, Pg 2. Snacks and beverages are available for residents in care upon request. LPA observed the kitchen cabinets, refrigerator, stove, and counters are clean. Cleaning agents and the toxic chemicals are kept in a locked garage. Medications are kept in a cabinet located in the Administrator’s office. Sharps are kept in a locked box under the kitchen sink.. The backyard has a deck with table and chairs, a gazebo, raised garden area and a ramp for access throughout the yard. The backyard is conducive for outdoor visitations. The front yard has garden areas and access as the main entrance into the facility. The recycling bin, green waste bin, and trash bins are standard bins with flip lids. The facility has three (3) shared bedrooms for a capacity of six residents. All of the bedrooms are furnished with lights and nightstand lamps to provide sufficient lighting. Bedroom #1 and 2 utilize a bathroom off the hallway. Bedroom #3 has a private bathroom utilized only by the residents who reside in Bedroom #3. Residents records and personnel records were reviewed and found to be in good order. All persons associated with the facility have a criminal background clearance. Administrator's certificate is current. LPA observed a sufficient amount of perishables for two days and non-perishables for seven days. Exit interview conducted. No deficiencies noted. Copy of report issued at the time of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 1, 2026
Jun 25, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kristin Kontilis conducted an unannounced Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. At the time of arrival, there were six (6) residents in care and one (1) staff on duty. Administrator Viktoriia Andreichenko arrived at approximately 12:07 pm. Entrance interview conducted: LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is a one-story Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). The facility accepts residents with a dementia diagnosis; has hospice care waiver for four residents; and a fire clearance for six non-ambulatory residents. Currently there is one resident on hospice residing in the facility. A tour of the physical environment and accommodations were assessed, and the following was noted: LPA observed the required posting of the complaint poster and Resident’s Rights. LPA inspected the one-story facility for fire safety, personal accommodations, and food service. The facility maintains a comfortable room temperature. First aid kit was observed to be complete. The physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, doors, floors and floor coverings were checked. There is one fire extinguisher on the premises last serviced on 6/2/2025. There is a total of two (2) carbon monoxide detectors and seven (7) smoke alarms throughout the facility all in good working order. Residents participate at-will in activities including exercising, walking around the facility grounds and the neighborhood, music activities, and dance performances. Please continue to 809-C, Pg 2. Snacks and beverages are available for residents in care upon request. LPA observed the kitchen cabinets, refrigerator, stove, and counters are clean. Cleaning agents and the toxic chemicals are kept in a locked garage. Medications are kept in a cabinet located in the Administrator’s office. Sharps are kept in a cabinet above the microwave oven located in the kitchen. The backyard has a deck with table and chairs, a gazebo, raised garden area and a ramp for access throughout the yard. The backyard is conducive for outdoor visitations. The front yard has garden areas and access as the main entrance into the facility. The recycling bin, green waste bin, and trash bins are standard bins with flip lids. The facility has three (3) shared bedrooms for a capacity of six residents. All of the bedrooms are furnished with lights and nightstand lamps to provide sufficient lighting. Bedroom #1 and 2 utilize a bathroom off the hallway. Bedroom #3 has a private bathroom utilized only by the residents who reside in Bedroom #3. Residents records and personnel records were reviewed and found to be in good order. All persons associated with the facility have a criminal background clearance. LPA observed a sufficient amount of perishables for two days and non-perishables for seven days. Exit interview conducted. No citations issued at this time. Copy of report issued at the time of the visit. Due to technical difficulties, report was issued via email.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 25, 2025
Jun 11, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff handled resident roughly.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kristin Kontilis conducted a subsequent complaint visit to deliver final findings for the above allegation. The initial visit was conducted on 5/29/2022 by LPA Kristin Kontilis, and LPA interviewed residents and staff from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm. During today’s visit, LPA met with Viktoriia Andreinchenko and explained the reason for the visit. On the allegation: Staff handled resident roughly. It was alleged that Resident 1 (R1) sustained bruising of unknown origin on their right side of chest and arm. It was described as a round bruise. R1 mainly speaks Spanish, but is alert enough to talk and have a conversation. A witness stated sometimes R1 is resistant to care. Staff stated R1 can be “feisty” and hit against staff while providing care. Staff observed the bruise on R1 and were initially unsure of it’s origin because R1 stated it was “from surgery.” Staff later thought the bruising might be from transferring R1, due to the location of the bruises on R1’s sides and arms. Staff Please continue to 9099-C, Pg 2 Unsubstantiated stated R1 does not assist them with transfers but rather pushes their weight against the staff, which may be the cause of the bruising. Staff and administrator demonstrated their transfer process for LPA. Staff and administrator have decided to add towels on the staff’s arms, to provide padding for staff that put their arms under R1’s arms for transfers. They are also implementing a new transfer, where they ask R1 to put their arms around the staff’s neck during the transfer. LPA noted R1 is on blood thinners, and interviews revealed R1 could bruise easily as a result. LPA attempted to interview R1, but R1 stated in Spanish “no preguntas” (no questions). R1 had a visitor on 5/18/2024 that did not observe any bruising. R1’s family member stated on 5/29/2024 that they had no concerns about R1’s care. Based on the information obtained, the allegation is deemed Unsubstantiated at this time. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report issued at the time of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 11, 2024 · control 29-AS-20240523111307
May 29, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kristin Kontilis conducted an unannounced Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. At the time of arrival, there were four (4) residents in care, one (1) staff on duty and Administrator Viktoriia Andreichenko was on duty. Entrance interview conducted: LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is a one-story Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). The facility accepts residents with a dementia diagnosis; has hospice care waiver for four residents; and a fire clearance for six non-ambulatory residents. Currently there is one resident on hospice residing in the facility. A tour of the physical environment and accommodations were assessed, and the following was noted: LPA observed the required posting of the complaint poster and Resident’s Rights. LPA inspected the one-story facility for fire safety, personal accommodations, and food service. The facility maintains a comfortable room temperature. First aid kit was observed to be complete. The physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, doors, floors and floor coverings were checked. There is one fire extinguisher on the premises last serviced on 5/22/2024. There is a total of one (1) carbon monoxide detector and seven (7) smoke alarms throughout the facility all in good working order. Residents participate at-will in activities including exercising, walking around the facility grounds and the neighborhood, music activities, and dance performances. Snacks and beverages are available for residents in care upon request. LPA observed the kitchen cabinets, refrigerator, stove, and counters are clean. Cleaning agents and the toxic chemicals are kept in a locked garage. Medications are kept in a cabinet located in the Administrator’s office. Sharps are kept in a cabinet above the microwave oven located in the kitchen. Please continue to 809-C, Pg 2. The backyard has a deck with table and chairs, a gazebo, raised garden area and a ramp for access throughout the yard. The backyard is conducive for outdoor visitations. The front yard has garden areas and access as the main entrance into the facility. The recycling bin, green waste bin, and trash bins are standard bins with flip lids. The facility has three (3) shared bedrooms for a capacity of six residents. All of the bedrooms are furnished with lights and nightstand lamps to provide sufficient lighting. Bedroom #1 and 2 utilize a bathroom off the hallway. Bedroom #3 has a private bathroom utilized only by the residents who reside in Bedroom #3. Residents records and personnel records were reviewed and found to be in good order. All persons associated with the facility have a criminal background clearance. LPA observed a sufficient amount of perishables for two days and non-perishables for seven days. Exit interview conducted. No citations issued at this time. Copy of report issued at the time of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 29, 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 Santa Barbara County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Casa San Miguel
Santa Barbara · Small home · 0.2 mi away
$5,000 a month to start · Listed by the home
Cliff View Terrace
Santa Barbara · Large community · 0.5 mi away
$8,500 a month to start · Listed by the home
Mesa Care
Santa Barbara · Small home · 1.3 mi away
$5,100 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Santa Barbara Memory Care
Santa Barbara · Mid-size home · 2.0 mi away
$4,500 a month to start · Listed by the home
Garden Court at Villa Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara · Large community · 2.0 mi away
$5,100 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Oak Cottage of Santa Barbara Memory Care
Santa Barbara · Large community · 2.1 mi away
$7,350 a month to start · Listed by the home