Board and Care Homes

Board and care homes—also known as adult family homes, residential care homes, or personal care homes—offer services similar to many larger communities, but in a smaller, residential setting with a higher staff ratio. In Los Angeles, they are generally licensed for a total of six residents and are supervised by the state in the same way as the larger communities. Board and care homes cater to a more fragile resident or one needing 24-hour supervision.

How much do Board and Care homes cost?


Board and care homes may be slightly less expensive than the larger communities. Whereas the large properties charge a base rate plus a separate rate for care, board and care pricing is all-inclusive.

Senior shares a moment with their pet friend
Senior shares a moment with their pet friend

Board and Care Homes

Board and care homes—also known as adult family homes, residential care homes, or personal care homes—offer services similar to many larger communities, but in a smaller, residential setting with a higher staff ratio. In Los Angeles, they are generally licensed for a total of six residents and are supervised by the state in the same way as the larger communities. Board and care homes cater to a more fragile resident or one needing 24-hour supervision.

How much do Board and Care homes cost?


Board and care homes may be slightly less expensive than the larger communities. Whereas the large properties charge a base rate plus a separate rate for care, board and care pricing is all-inclusive.