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.

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.

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

Rank #1142 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1142nd out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 68 out of 100. Letter grade D+. 13 points below 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 2022 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 5 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (240% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (200% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (525% above)
• Citations per year (240% above)
• Citations per inspection (30% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total visits (50% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
• Complaint investigations (80% below)
Latest Inspection October 7, 2025

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. 3410 This facility has 240% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (34 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 240% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 93 This facility has 200% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 200% worse Rank #1033 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1033rd out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 254 This facility has 525% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (25 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 525% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2022. 8.52.5 This facility has 240% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (8.5 vs. CA avg 2.5).↑ 240% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 4.33.3 This facility has 30% more citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (4.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↑ 30% worse

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 816 This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 313 This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 77% better Rank #441 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 441st out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 17 This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 210 This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better

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Assisted Living in California

Vanessa Care Home II is located in San Mateo, 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)

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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24
Facility 24
CA AVG 103
Rank #1283 / 1657
No
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 57
Rank #338 / 2092
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Vanessa Care Home II
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

San Mateo (Central San Mateo)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1330 / 1657
No
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #384 / 2092
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 81
Rank #1142 / 1401
4
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #441 / 1397
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1033 / 1164
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 13
Rank #49 / 1487
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #423 / 1368
Rosita Nicolas And Ida Galati-
Unified Hearts Home Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

San Mateo (Central San Mateo)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1330 / 1657
No
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 57
Rank #563 / 2092
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1401
1
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1391 / 1487
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1 / 1368
Unified Hearts Home Care LLCPrivate Rooms
San Mateo Villa
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

San Mateo (Shoreview)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1330 / 1657
No
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 57
Rank #1323 / 2092
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1401
6
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 13
Rank #144 / 1487
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #423 / 1368
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vanessa Care Home II

What neighborhood is Vanessa Care Home II in?

Vanessa Care Home II is in the Central San Mateo neighborhood of San Mateo.

Who is the owner of Vanessa Care Home II?

The legal owner and operator of Vanessa Care Home II is Rosita Nicolas And Ida Galati.

Is Vanessa Care Home II in a walkable area?

Vanessa Care Home II has a walk score of 81. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Vanessa Care Home II?

Vanessa Care Home II's occupancy is 83%.

Who is the administrator of Vanessa Care Home II?

Ida Galati is the administrator of Vanessa Care Home II.

How many beds does Vanessa Care Home II have?

Vanessa Care Home II has 6 beds.

Has Vanessa Care Home II had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Vanessa Care Home II has had 34 recently reported deficiencies.

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