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J & L Guest Home

(209) 527-2765

About J & L Guest Home

J & L Guest Home brings personalized assisted living to Empire, California, where experienced caregivers support daily routines while respecting individual preferences. We focus on dignity, comfort, and meaningful connections—helping residents thrive with the right balance of independence and care.

Community at a glance

Capacity

32 residents

State license

#500309303, Licensed

Location

Empire, CA

Status

Listed in a public registry

Care & services offered

Assisted Living

Contact & location

237 S Abbie Street, Empire, California 95319

(209) 527-2765

California inspection record

From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects J & L Guest Home. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports

State inspectors last visited J & L Guest Home on September 23, 2026.

Since September 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 6 routine inspections, 3 complaint visits and 5 other visits.

Inspectors issued 1 Type A citation and 1 Type B citation. 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 3 complaints, and substantiated none of the allegations.

Last visit

Sep 23, 2026

Routine inspections

6

Type A citations

1

Type B citations

1

Visits and citations

Kind of visitVisitsType AType B
Routine inspections600
Complaint investigations300
Other visits511

Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Sep 15, 2026, Aug 21, 2025, Sep 25, 2024, Sep 18, 2023, Sep 21, 2022, Sep 30, 2021.

Complaints

  • March 10, 20261 unfounded
  • February 12, 20251 unsubstantiated
  • September 28, 20231 unsubstantiated
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
500309303
License type
Residential Care Elderly
Status
Licensed
Licensed capacity
32 residents
Licensed since
March 8, 1983
Licensee
Little, Jerry J. & Louise
Administrator
Renee Little

Location

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237 S Abbie StreetEmpire, CA 95319

12 other communities within 10 miles

Senior living near Empire

Assisted Living: frequently asked questions

Has J & L Guest Home had any violations?+

California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued J & L Guest Home 1 Type A citation and 1 Type B citation since September 2021. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.

When was J & L Guest Home last inspected?+

State inspectors last visited on September 23, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.

Have there been complaints about J & L Guest Home?+

The state investigated 3 complaints since September 2021. Of the allegations, 0 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 2 unsubstantiated and 1 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.

Senior living in Empire Assisted Living in California Assisted Living guide Information last updated October 2026