Golden Age Care

Overview of Golden Age Care

At 209 Commercial Court in Morganville, New Jersey, Golden Age Care runs as a 99-bed nursing and adult day care community under Ms. Cynthia Cheval’s administration. Golden Age Care, LLC owns and operates the facility. It sits in a somewhat walkable pocket of town (Walk Score 35), so residents’ families can reach a few nearby services on foot, but most errands still mean getting in a car.

Staffing runs around the clock, and the facility keeps a 1:2 staff-to-resident ratio. That level of coverage supports both respite stays and ongoing residential care, with medication monitoring built into daily routines to help residents stay on track with prescribed regimens. Housekeeping, laundry, and balanced nutrition service round out day-to-day operations, and intercoms and call systems give residents a way to reach staff quickly when needed.

Residents can bring their own furniture and personal belongings into their rooms. For someone adjusting to a new living situation, that kind of continuity matters. On the regulatory side, state inspections here have tended to focus on staffing and staff credentials, care planning and documentation, and resident rights and protections, rather than anything more unusual.

Between the staffing ratio, the respite option, and the structured daily support, Golden Age Care fits residents who need medium-acuity residential care, particularly those in transition between living situations.

Facility Direct Line (650) 877-8258 goldenagecare@comcast.net

6-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

22 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 91 / 100

Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

100%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

6 / 6

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceJuly 23, 2004

CountySan Mateo

RCFE Number415600471

Golden Age Care is legally operated by Golden Age, Inc, and administered by Alex Zitser.

Respite Care

24-Hour Staffing

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 10 citations 5 total visits 0 complaint visits 3 official inspections

Inspection Score

3 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard 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 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	10	10	This facility has total citations in line with the California average (10 vs. CA avg 10).— At avg
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	8	3	This facility has 167% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 167% worse Rank #1011 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1011th out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	2	4	This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	2	3.3	This facility has 39% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 39% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	5	16	This facility has 69% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 69% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	0	13	This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	2	7	This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

July 21, 2025 inspection found two immediate health and safety risks: cleaning supplies stored below a resident bathroom sink and unlocked prescribed medications in the kitchen refrigerator.
July 23, 2024 inspection cited four immediate health and safety risks including water temperature at 133°F, no disaster drills for a year, accessible cleaning supplies, and no current staff first aid or CPR certifications.
July 26, 2021 inspection cited two safety risks: a padlocked exit gate blocking egress and unpermitted building alterations including a bedroom, bathroom, elevator, and hallway.

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What does this home offer?

No pets allowed

Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

1.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Millbrae's city center to Golden Age Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.64 miles to nearest hospital (Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center)

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

What neighborhood is Golden Age Care in?

Golden Age Care is in the Lomita Park neighborhood of Millbrae.

Who is the owner of Golden Age Care?

Golden Age Care is legally operated by Golden Age, Inc, and administered by Alex Zitser.

Is Golden Age Care in a walkable area?

Golden Age Care has a walk score of 91. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Golden Age Care?

Golden Age Care's occupancy is 100%.

How long has Golden Age Care been in business?

Golden Age Care has been operating for approximately 22 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Golden Age Care?

No, Golden Age Care has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Golden Age Care?

Alex Zitser is the administrator of Golden Age Care.

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