Astera Care Home Llc
What is an RCFE with Memory Care?
A Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) is a non-medical residential care home licensed by California CDSS under Health & Safety Code §1560. Residents receive help with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. An RCFE with a Memory Care designation is additionally required by California Title 22 (§87705 and §87706) to provide specialized staff training in dementia care, individualized care plans for residents with cognitive impairment, and appropriate supervision protocols — requirements that go beyond a standard RCFE license.
1528 Seaver Ct · Hayward, 94545
Record last updated April 20, 2026.
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Quick facts
Memory care context
Astera Care Home is a California-licensed RCFE with 6 beds that advertises memory care services. California Title 22 requires facilities serving dementia residents to meet standards under §87705 and §87706, covering individualized care plans, staff training in dementia care, and appropriate supervision. CDSS records show no citations specifically under §87705 or §87706 for this facility. However, the inspection history reveals 18 total deficiencies across 6 inspections, including 5 Type A citations (actual harm to residents) and 13 Type B citations (potential for harm). The most recent inspection occurred on June 30, 2025. No complaints are on file with CDSS during the period covered.
Questions to ask on your tour
Based on Astera Care Home Llc's state inspection record.
State records show 5 Type A deficiencies, meaning inspectors found actual harm to residents — what were the specific circumstances of each citation, and what corrective actions were implemented?
With 18 total deficiencies across 6 inspections, what systemic changes has Astera Care Home made to address recurring compliance issues?
The facility is licensed for only 6 beds — how do you ensure continuity of care when the primary caregiver is unavailable due to illness or emergency?
California Title 22 §87705 requires dementia-specific staff training — how do you document and verify that all caregivers have completed the required training before working with memory care residents?
The June 2025 inspection is the most recent on file — what deficiencies, if any, were cited during that visit, and what is their current correction status?
State records
California CDSS · Community Care Licensing Division- License number
- 019201140
- License type
- RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
- License status
- LICENSED
- License expires
- Not yet indexed
- Licensed beds
- 6
- Operator
- Astera Care Home Llc
Inspections & citations
6
reports on file
18
total deficiencies
5
Type A (actual harm)
Other visitJune 30, 2025No deficiencies
Inspector notes
On this day, April 1, 2026, while at the facility investigating a complaint (Control # 15-AS-20260327101704) and upon records review and inspection of the facility with Aaron Salvador, staff, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Delmundo observed the following: -at 5:54 pm, knife, tree trimmer, shovel, rake in unlocked storage in the side yard. -residents (R1 and R2) do not have Pre-Admission Appraisal and R1 without LIC601 Identification and Emergency Contact Information. The above observations were discussed with Sharon Aranha, administrator (ADM), over the phone, in the presence of the staff. Deficiencies are cited from Title 22 California Code of Regulations and listed on 809Ds. Failure to submit proof of corrections by plan of correction due dates and any repeat violation within 12 month period may result in civil penalty. Deficiencies and plan and proof of corrections were discussed with ADM. Exit interview conducted. Appeal Rights, LIC9098 Proof of Correction form and copy of this report provided to the staff.
InspectionJune 16, 2025No deficiencies
Inspector notes
On 6/30/2025, at 10:45 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) James Sampair arrived unannounced to conduct this Continuation of the Required 1 Year inspection began 6/16/2025. Upon entry, the LPA informed Caregivers Lillybeth Nagata and Aaron Salvado of the purpose of the visit. Licensee / Administrator Sharon Aranha arrived at approximately 11:00 AM. The LPA confirmed the safety of the facility. The LPA reviewed 4 staff records. No citations were issued during the inspection. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.
InspectionJune 21, 2024No deficiencies
Inspector notes
On 6/16/2025, at 12:45 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) James Sampair arrived unannounced to conduct this Required 1 Year inspection. Upon entry, the LPA informed Caregivers Lillibeth Nagata and Aaron Salvado of the purpose of the visit. Licensee / Administrator Sharon Aranha arrived at approximately 1:45 PM. The LPA inspected the inside and outside of the facility, which included the kitchen, dining room, common areas, bedrooms, garage, and the back yard. An adequate amount of food supplies were observed, more than the required minimum of 2 days of perishable and 7 days of non-perishable food. The central storage for medications was locked. The cleaning supplies and dangerous objects were inaccessible to residents. The facility has working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The staff of the facility conduct disaster / emergency and fire drills on a quarterly basis. The fire extinguisher was replaced on 7/11/2024. The indoor temperature was 72.3 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum hot water temperature was 106.7 degrees Fahrenheit. The LPA reviewed facility records and 5 resident records. No citations were issued during the inspection. The Required 1 Year inspection is incomplete. The LPA will return unannounced at a future date and time to complete the inspection. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.
InspectionJune 7, 2023Type A9 deficiencies
Inspector: Alicia Delmundo
Inspector notes
On this day, June 21, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Delmundo arrived unannounced to conduct an annual required inspection. LPA was granted entry by staff, Aaron Salvador. LPA called and spoke over the phone with Sharon Aranha, administrator, and informed the reason for visit. LPA also met with other staff, Mark Kevin Salvador. Administrator arrived at 12:29 p.m. Facility has submitted the LIC808 Mitigation Plan but not the LIC9282 Infection Control Plan. LPA requested for LIC9282 on June 23, 2023 which LPA has not received up to this day. LPA inspected the facility inside and out with Mark Kevin Salvador, LPA inspected the kitchen, dining room, living and family rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, garage, front, side and backyard. Facility has sufficient perishable and non-perishable foods. Facility has smoke and carbon monoxide detectors that were checked and observed in operating condition. Hot water temperature in the ensuite bathroom was tested. Facility conducts drills every quarter and records showed fire drill last conducted 5/01/24. LPA reviewed 5 residents and 4 staff files, and interviewed 2 staff and 2 residents. Medications were checked and compared with doctor's orders and LIC622 Centrally Stored Medication and Destruction Records. Facility does not handle residents' cash resources. LPA observed the following: -at 11:57 a.m., hot water was at 124 degrees Fahrenheit. -at 11:58 a.m., Ca-Rezz incontinent wash in one of the residents' rooms. -at 12:03 p.m., razor in the cabinet in the common bathroom. -at 12:06 p.m., Ca-Rezz continent wash and ointment in another resident's room. .....continued on 809C (page 2) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 Page 2 -at 12:45 pm.m, trash cans in 2 residents rooms without lids. -at 2:00 pm to 2:35 p.m., staff (S2, S3, S4) who were hired 10/18/23 have only total 21 hours of training on file and no medication training. -at 3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m, , residents (R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5) have no Pre-admission Appraisal on file. R4's LIC602A Physician's Report indicated R4 needs assistance with all activities of daily living (ADLs); however, LPA observed R4 feeding self during lunch. R5's LIC602A Physician's Report indicated R5 needs assistance on with all ADLs. LPA received a copy of $3M Liability Insurance certificate on this day. Administrator to submit copies of the following updated documents by July 5, 2024: 1. LIC308 Designation of Facility Responsibility 2. LIC500 Personnel Report 3. LIC610E Emergency Disaster Plan (9 pages) 4. LIC9282 Infection Control Plan Deficiencies are cited from Title 22 California Code of Regulations, and listed on 809Ds. Failure to submit proof of corrections by plan of correction due dates, and any repeat violation within 12 month period may result in civil penalties. Deficiencies and plan and proof of corrections were discussed with the administrator. Exit interview conducted. Appeal Rights, LIC9098 Proof of Correction form and copy of this report provided.
(e) Water supplies and plumbing fixtures shall be maintained as follows: (2) Faucets used by residents for personal care such as shaving and grooming shall deliver hot water. Hot water temperature controls shall be maintained to automatically regulate the temperature of hot water used by residents to attain a temperature of not less than 105 degre…
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in hot water at 124 degrees Fahrenheit which poses an immediate health and/or personal rights risks to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/21/2024 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to have the temperature adjusted within Regulations range and submiit proof by 6/21/24,
(a) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, firearms and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to clients shall be stored where inaccessible to clients.
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the following which pose an immediate health, safety and/or personal rights risks to persons in care: unlocked Ca-Rezz; ointment; razor POC Due Date: 06/21/2024 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Staff locked the items In addition, adminsitrator to do in-service training and submit copy of training topic with attendees signatures by 6/21/24
(f) Solid waste shall be stored and disposed of as follows: (3) All containers, except movable bins, used for storage of solid wastes shall have tight-fitting covers on the containers; shall be in good repair; shall have external handles; and shall be leakproof and rodent-proof.
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in trash cans without lids in residents' rooms which pose a potential health and/or personal rights risks to persons in care. POC Due Date: 07/05/2024 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to purchase trash cans with foot pedal operated lid and submit proof of purchase and picture by 7/05/24.
§1569.625 Staff training; legislative findings; contents (b)(1) The department shall adopt regulations to require staff members of residential care facilities for the elderly who assist residents with personal activities of daily living to receive appropriate training. This training shall consist of 40 hours of training. A staff member shall comple…
Based on interview of staff and records review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in S2, S3 and S4 not having the required 40 hours of training which pose a potential health, safety and/or personal rights risks to persons in care. Staff only have total 21 hours of training on file. POC Due Date: 07/05/2024 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to have the 3 staff complete the required training and submit proof by 7/05/24.
(a) Each residential care facility for the elderly licensed under this chapter shall ensure that each employee of the facility who assists residents with the self-administration of medications meets all of the following training requirements: (2) In facilities licensed to provide care for 15 or fewer persons, the employee shall complete 10 hours o…
Based on interview and records review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in S2, S3 and S4 not having medication training on file which pose a potential health and/or personal rights risks to persons in care. POC Due Date: 07/05/2024 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to have the 3 staff complete the training and submit proof by 7/05/24.
(a) Prior to accepting a resident for care and in order to evaluate his/her suitability, the facility shall, as specified in this article 8: (2) Perform a pre-admission appraisal.
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 out of 5 residents not having Pre-admission Appraisal which poses a potential health, safety and/or personal rights risks to persons in care. POC Due Date: 07/05/2024 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to do the Pre-admission and submit self-certication indicating documents are completed.
(c) Prior to admission a determination of the prospective resident's suitability for admission shall be completed and shall include an appraisal of his/her individual service needs in comparison with the admission criteria specified in Section 87455, Acceptance and Retention Limitations. (1) The appraisal shall include, at a minimum, an evaluation…
Based on records rreview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 out of 5 residents not having LIC9172 Functional Capability Assessment on file which pose a potential health, safety and/or personal rights risks to persons in care. POC Due Date: 07/05/2024 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Adiministrator to complete the LIC9172s and submit self-certification by 7/05/24,
87458 Medical Assessment (c) The licensee shall obtain an updated medical assessment when required by the Department.
Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in R4's LIC602 not consistent with R4's current condition of able to feed self which poses a potential personal rights risk to person in care. POC Due Date: 07/05/2024 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to have the LIC602A updated and submit copy by 7/05/24,
87615 Prohibited Health Conditions (a) Persons who require health services for or have a health condition including, but not limited to, those specified below shall not be admitted or retained in a residential care facility for the elderly: (5) Residents who depend on others to perform all activities of daily living for them as set forth in Section…
Based on observation, record review and interviiew of staff, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in retaining R5 who is dependent on staff with all ADLs which poses a potential health, safety andor personal rights risk to person in care. POC Due Date: 07/05/2024 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator stated she'll submit exception request. Request letter to be submitted along with the following by 7/05/24: 1. LIC602A Physician's Report 2. LIC…
Other visitMarch 17, 2022No deficiencies
Inspector: Alicia Delmundo
Inspector notes
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Alicia Delmundo and Liridon Ficci conducted an announced Component III Training via Teams Meeting. Component III was attended by Sharon Astera, applicant-administrator. LPA Delmundo presented the training via Power Point presentation and had a discussion with Sharon Astera. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report provided at the conclusion of the training.
Other visitMarch 17, 2022Type A9 deficiencies
Inspector: Alicia Delmundo
Inspector notes
On this day, June 7, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Delmundo arrived unannounced to conduct an annual required inspection. LPA was granted entry by staff, Gina Tolentino. LPA called and left message on Sharon Aranha's (administrator) voicemail. and informed the reason for visit. LPA also met other staff, Rogelio Tolentino. The administrator arrived after 45 minutes. Facility has submitted the LIC808 Mitigation Plan but not the LIC9282 Infection Control Plan. LPA inspected the facility inside and out including but not limited to common areas, bedrooms, bathrooms, living and family rooms, kitchen, dining area, front, side and backyard. Facility has sufficient perishable and non-perishable foods. Facility has smoke and carbon monoxide detectors that were tested and observed functional. Hot water temperature in one of the ensuite bathrooms was tested, and measured at 109 degrees Fahrenheit. First aid kit was observed complete with manual. LPA reviewed 4 residents and 5 staff files, and interviewed 2 staff. Medications were checked and compared with records. Facility does not handle residents' cash resources. LPA observed the following: -At 11:23 am, Pepto Bismol in the refrigerator. -At 11:30 am, lancets and Glucose test solution on the desk by the dining area. -At 11:31 am, fire extinguisher fully charge but tag showed serviced March 12, 2021 -at 11:39 am, wound cleanser and antifungal powder in one of the resident's rooms. -At 11:44 am, broken toilet paper holder in one of the ensuite bathrooms. -At 11:46 am, shovel in the backyard. .......continued on 809C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 -Facility does not have record of disaster drill being conducted every 3 months. Administrator stated they only watch video, and do not do the actual drill. -At 3:10 pm, 4 out of 4 staff has not completed the required f o ur hours training specific to postural supports, restricted health conditions, and hospice care -At 4:45 pm, observed resident (R1) has doctor's order on file for 11 medications, but medications on facility's hand is only 7 of which 2 is not included on the order. Facility does not have the 5 medications on the doctor's order. Medication labels showed filled dates April, May & June 2023 and these were not recorded on LIC622 Centrally Stored Medication and Destruction Record. -At 5:15 pm, resident (R2) has 3 medications on facility's hand but no doctor's order on file. LIC622 on file is incomplete (no name of resident; quantity of meds received and date started not recorded). R2's bed has half bed rails but no doctor's order on file. -Resident (R3) has Vitamin and supplements on hand but no doctor's order on file. R3's bed has half bed rails but no doctor's order. -Resident's (R4) has bed rails but no doctor's order on file. LIC602A Physician's Report showed R4 is dependent on others with all activities of daily living (ADLs). Administrator to submit the following updated documents by June 21, 2023: 1. LIC308 Designation of Facility Responsibility 2. LIC500 Personnel Report 3. LIC610E Emergency Disaster Plan (9 pages) 4. LIC9282 Infection Control Plan 4. Proof of $3M liability insurance coverage Deficiencies are cited from Title 22 California Code of Regulations, and listed on 809Ds. Failure to submit proof of corrections by plan of correction due dates, and any repeat violation within 12 month period may result in civil penalties. Deficiencies and plan and proof of corrections were discussed with the administrator. Exit interview conducted. Appeal Rights, LIC9098 Proof of Correction form and copy of this report provided.
(a) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, firearms and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to clients shall be stored where inaccessible to clients.
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section above for having a shovel in the backyard, and lancets on the desk by the dining area which pose an immediate safety risks to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/08/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Staff locked the items, In addition, administrator to do in-service training and submit copy of trianing topic with attendees signatures by 6/08/23.
(b) Medicines shall be stored as specified in Section 87465(c) and separately from other items specified in (a) above.
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above for Pepto Bismol in the refrigerator, wound cleanser and antifungal powder in one of the resident's rooms, Glucose test solution by the dining area which poses an immediate health and/or personal rights risks to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/08/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Staff locked the items, In addition, administrator to add to in-service training, and submit copy of trianing topic with attendees signa…
The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors.
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above for broken toilet paper holder in one of the ensuite bathrooms which poses a potential personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/21/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to have the holder fixed or replaced, and submit picture by 6/21/23.
(c) A facility shall conduct a drill at least quarterly for each shift. The type of emergency covered in a drill shall vary from quarter to quarter, taking into account different emergency scenarios. An actual evacuation of residents is not required during a drill. While a facility may provide an opportunity for residents to participate in a drill,…
Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above for not doing the disaster drill which poses a potential safety risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/21/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to conduct drill, and submit proof by 6/21/23.
87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care (e) For every prescription and nonprescription PRN medication for which the licensee provides assistance there shall be a signed, dated written order from a physician, on a prescription blank, maintained in the residents file, and a label on the medication. Both the physician's order and the label shall con…
Based on records review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out 3 residents not having complete doctor's order for medications which facility administers. It's not clear whether or not all the medications are needed which pose an immediate health and.or personal rights risks to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/08/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to obtain doctor's orders for all medications. If medications are no longer needed by the residents, to obtai…
§1569.625 Staff training; legislative findings; contents (b) (1) The department shall adopt regulations to require staff members of residential care facilities for the elderly who assist residents with personal activities of daily living to receive appropriate training. This training shall consist of 40 hours of training. A staff member shall compl…
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 4 out of 4 staff not completing the required 4 hours of postural support, restricted health condiition and hospice care training which poses a potential health, safety and/or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/21/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to have the staff complete the training, and submit copy by 6/21/23.
87506 Resident Records (a) The licensee shall ensure that a separate, complete, and current record is maintained for each resident in the facility or in a central administrative location readily available to facility staff and to licensing agency staff.
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out 3 residents not having medications properly and completely recorded on LIC622s which pose a potential personal rights risk to persons in care. The quanity of medications received/refilled are also not recorded. POC Due Date: 06/21/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to complete the LIC622s and self-certify they are done. Self-certification to be submitted by 6/21/23.
87608 Postural Supports (a) Based on the individual's preadmission appraisal, and subsequent changes to that appraisal, the facility shall provide assistance and care for the resident in those activities of daily living which the resident is unable to do for himself/herself. Postural supports may be used under the following conditions 3) A written…
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 4 resident's beds having half bed rails but no doctor's orders on file pose a potential safety and/or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/21/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to obtain doctor's orders, and submit copies by 6/21/23.
87615 Prohibited Health Conditions (a) Persons who require health services for or have a health condition including, but not limited to, those specified below shall not be admitted or retained in a residential care facility for the elderly: (5) Residents who depend on others to perform all activities of daily living (ADL) for them as set forth in S…
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 4 residents who depends on the staff with ADL which poses a potential health, safety and/or personal rights risk to person in care. POC Due Date: 06/21/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator to submit exception request along with supporting documents including but not limited to LIC602A Physiician's Report, Appraisal/Needs and Services Plan; staff training, letter of support from responsible …
Federal summary
CMS Care CompareNot a CMS-certified facility
California RCFEs (residential care facilities for the elderly) are licensed by the state, not by CMS. CMS data only applies to skilled nursing facilities or to CCRCs that operate a licensed SNF wing.
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