Overview of Lake Chabot Care Home

Conveniently located in the peaceful residential area of Barlow Drive, Castro Valley, CA, Lake Chabot Care Home is a dedicated community that offers elderly care. Here, residents retain their independence while receiving the highest quality of care and support for their special needs whenever needed. As one of A1 Health Care Inc.’s communities, the community takes pride in its proven experience of top-notch care, ensuring residents’ comfort and convenience.

Aside from their healthcare needs, the community strives to keep residents happy and active with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to their leisure and wellness. With delightful and nutritious meals, residents enjoy mealtimes that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those who need assistance to spend their golden years with ease, especially with its committed care and welcoming setting.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
2
Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1319 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1319th out of 1,646 homes we track in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #1415 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1415th out of 1,504 homes we track in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 46 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
33%
Rank #1425 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1425th out of 1,492 homes we track in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
2 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceFebruary 6, 2025
CountyAlameda

Ownership & Operating Entity

Lake Chabot Care Home is legally operated by Lake Chabot Care Home, and administered by Navraj Brar.

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 citations 3 total visits 0 complaint visits 1 official inspection
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

15 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1,475 homes we track in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1475 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 96 out of 100. Letter grade A. 15 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 316 This facility has had 81% fewer total inspections than the California average (3 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 81% fewer
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has had 100% fewer complaint visits than the California average (0 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 100% fewer
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has had 71% fewer other visits than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 71% fewer
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 14 This facility has had 75% fewer official inspections than the California average (1 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 75% fewer

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Castro Valley's city center to Lake Chabot Care Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Alameda County

Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. See the benchmark below for the typical California score; higher is better. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
El Cerrito Royale
AL
MC
RC
El Cerrito
145
Facility 145
CA AVG 104
Rank #387 / 1,646
No
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 59
Rank #267 / 2,058
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #563 / 1,475
15
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1,504
68.3% Berg Senior Services, LLCSuite / 1 Bed
Waters Edge Lodge
AL
RESC
RC
Alameda
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1,646
Yes 60
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #649 / 1,475
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 13
Rank #66 / 1,504
60.8% John & Christian ZimmermanPrivate Apartments
Elders Inn on Webster
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Alameda (West Alameda)
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 104
Rank #1,065 / 1,646
Yes
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 59
Rank #111 / 2,058
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #521 / 1,475
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #267 / 1,504
75.0% Zimmerman, C. Zimmrman, J. & Dugan, MStudio / Semi-Private Rooms
Milan Villa Senior Living
AL
HOS
IL
MC
Livermore
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 104
Rank #1,273 / 1,646
No
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 59
Rank #597 / 2,058
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 81
Rank #1,151 / 1,475
13
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #589 / 1,387
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,264 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,019 / 1,504
83.3% La Jolla Cove Holdings, LLCStudio / Semi-Private Rooms
Lake Chabot Care Home
AL
Castro Valley
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 104
Rank #1,319 / 1,646
No 46
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1,475
3-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,415 / 1,504
33.3% Lake Chabot Care HomePrivate / Semi-Private Rooms

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Lake Chabot Care Home is located in Castro Valley, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Chabot Care Home

Is Lake Chabot Care Home in a walkable area?

Lake Chabot Care Home has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Lake Chabot Care Home?

Lake Chabot Care Home's occupancy is 33%.

How long has Lake Chabot Care Home been in business?

Lake Chabot Care Home has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Lake Chabot Care Home?

No, Lake Chabot Care Home has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Lake Chabot Care Home?

Navraj Brar is the administrator of Lake Chabot Care Home.

How many beds does Lake Chabot Care Home have?

Lake Chabot Care Home has 6 beds.

Has Lake Chabot Care Home had any citations?

Lake Chabot Care Home has no reported citations since 2025 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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