Carmel House
State licensed6 Carmel Place, Chico, CA 95973
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Townsend House
Chico, CaliforniaState inspected Feb 23, 2026, 4 citations since 2021
About Townsend House
Townsend House brings together compassionate assisted living care with the welcoming character of Chico, California. Our team supports residents with daily living needs while honoring independence and personal routines. Families find peace of mind knowing their loved ones receive attentive care in a genuine community setting.
Community at a glance
Capacity
38 residents
State license
#045002696, Licensed
Location
Chico, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
10 Ilahee Ln, Chico, California 95973
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Townsend House. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Townsend House on February 23, 2026.
Since December 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections and 8 complaint visits.
Inspectors issued 2 Type A citations and 2 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 6 complaints, and found 3 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Feb 23, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
2
Type B citations
2
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 8 | 2 | 2 |
| Other visits | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Feb 23, 2026, Jan 28, 2025, Jan 29, 2024, Feb 9, 2023, Dec 13, 2021.
Complaints
- April 15, 20253 unsubstantiated
- April 15, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- September 18, 20231 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- July 12, 20231 allegation substantiated, 3 unsubstantiated, 3 unfounded, 2 citations
- January 31, 20221 unsubstantiated
- December 14, 20212 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
- 045002696
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 38 residents
- Licensed since
- February 12, 2019
- Licensee
- Rcfe Management LLC
- Administrator
- Pasquale, Chablis
Location
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10 Ilahee LnChico, CA 95973
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Townsend House had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Townsend House 2 Type A citations and 2 Type B citations since December 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 Townsend House last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on February 23, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Townsend House?+
The state investigated 6 complaints since December 2021. Of the allegations, 3 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 9 unsubstantiated and 3 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.