The Cottage
State licensed1258 N. Sierra Bonita Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91104
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Con Carino
Pasadena, CaliforniaState inspected Jun 16, 2026, 7 citations since 2022
About Con Carino
Con Carino brings personalized assisted living to Pasadena, California, where trained staff support daily activities while residents maintain independence. We focus on individual dignity and comfort, helping families navigate this transition with compassion and professional care.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#197604439, Licensed
Location
Pasadena, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
1260 N. Sierra Bonita Ave, Pasadena, California 91104
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Con Carino. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Con Carino on June 16, 2026.
Since June 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections and 2 complaint visits.
Inspectors issued 3 Type A citations and 4 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 1 complaint, and found 3 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Jun 16, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
3
Type B citations
4
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Other visits | 0 | 2 | 3 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jun 16, 2026, Jun 17, 2025, May 31, 2024, Jun 13, 2023, Jun 7, 2022.
Complaints
- June 19, 20253 allegations substantiated, 2 citations
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 197604439
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- June 6, 2003
- Licensee
- Con Carino Elder Care Inc.
- Administrator
- Gutierrez, Chris
Location
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1260 N. Sierra Bonita AvePasadena, CA 91104
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Con Carino had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Con Carino 3 Type A citations and 4 Type B citations since June 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Con Carino last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on June 16, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Con Carino?+
The state investigated 1 complaint since June 2022. Of the allegations, 3 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 0 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.