Small home · Licensed for 6 · Laguna Niguel
Laguna Palms II
29501 Via San Sebastian, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677Licensed since 2006
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Wheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · October 26, 2026
- Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record
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Free for families. A home gets your number only if you say yes.
Care and support
- Wheelchairup to 6 residents
- Hospiceup to 2 residents
Not on file: dementia and bedridden approvals.
Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
6 NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 2.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026
As needs change
Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Laguna Palms II: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,100a month to start
Likely $4,200–$6,300
From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$5,100likely a month
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$5,100likely $4,200–$6,300
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $4,200–$6,450
- $5,100
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,900–$9,650
- $7,600
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
Rates at nearby homes9 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,600 to $8,500
9 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,400–$8,000.
- Adelanto Covenant CareLaguna Niguel · 0.3 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Niguel Hills Villa IILaguna Niguel · 0.4 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Vividus Senior LivingLaguna Niguel · 0.6 mi · Small home$5,250Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Sunrise GardenLaguna Niguel · 0.8 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Seasons at Laguna - 2Laguna Niguel · 0.8 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Orange County Care Home ILaguna Niguel · 1.2 mi · Small home$3,600Listed on its own website · care; flat rate · seen October 27, 2026
- Brandon ManorLaguna Niguel · 1.3 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Serenity Health 2Laguna Niguel · 1.4 mi · Small home$8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- TLC Elderly Residence 1Laguna Hills · 2.9 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.
The best way to see it is a visit.
Request a tourWhere it is
29501 Via San Sebastian, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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- Rady Children's HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list2.7 mi
Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).
Open directionsThe state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #306002559 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 3 of 4 documents
20261 state visit · 1 document
Mar 30, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by staff. LPA met with Co-Administrator Julieta Milo explained the reason for the visit. Michael Milo's Administrator's certificate expires on September 6, 2027. Facility is a one story home with 8 bedrooms, two rooms are for staff., living room, 7 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room and a two car garage that is kept locked and used for storage. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents. LPA and Co-Administrator Julieta Milo toured the facility. LPA observed the See Something Say Something Sign posted in the entry way of the facility. There is a fountain in the front courtyard and a table with chairs and an umbrella to sit outside. LPA observed all resident rooms had the required furnishings. LPA observed all bathrooms were clean and operational. Hot water in the bathrooms measured 115.8 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the medications are kept locked in a kitchen cabinet. LPA observed the stove is operational. LPA observed there were no measures to prevent access to the stove to make it inoperable when not is use. There is a 2 day perishable and a 7 day non-perishable food supply on hand in the kitchen. Knives are kept locked under the kitchen sink. LPA observed the laundry room is kept locked. The laundry room is used to store cleaning supplies. LPA and the Co-Administrator toured the backyard and garage. The garage is kept locked and used to store extra supplies, food and furniture. LPA observed emergency food and water stored in the garage. There is a small fountain in the backyard. The backyard connects to the front yard on the west side of the house. The side walk way on the east side of the house connects to the driveway and has an exit gate that is operational. LPA observed bicycles, a wood pallet, a hoyer lift and brooms stored on the east side of the house on the walk way. The front yard is fenced and has a gate. LPA observed all fire extinguishers are fully charged. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors tested operational. The last fire drill was conducted on January 15, 2026. LPA inspected the first aid kit. The first aid kit had all the required elements. Facility has an internet device (Tablet) for dedicated resident use. LPA reviewed 5 resident files and medications. No discrepancies observed in the resident files. LPA reviewed 2 staff files. Both staff members have the required training including CPR training, and are background cleared and associated to the facility. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of this visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report was provided. The Co-Administrator refused to sign the report (LIC 809).the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 30, 2026
The state marks this report as 6 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
20251 state visit · 1 document
Mar 20, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by staff. LPA met with Administrator Julieta Milo explained the reason for the visit. Her Administrator's certificate expires on July 3, 2025. Michael Milo's Administrator's certificate expires on September 6, 2025. Facility is a one story home with 8 bedrooms, living room, 7 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room and a two car garage that is kept locked and used for storage. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents. LPA and Administrator Julieta Milo toured the facility. LPA observed the See Something Say Something Sign posted in the entry way of the facility. There is a fountain in the front courtyard. Two rooms are for staff. LPA observed all resident rooms had the required furnishings. LPA observed all bathrooms were clean and operational. Hot water in the bathrooms measured 116.7 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the kitchen is clean and organized. LPA observed the medications are kept locked in a kitchen cabinet. There is a 2 day perishable and a 7 day non-perishable food supply on hand in the kitchen. Knives are kept locked under the kitchen sink. LPA observed the laundry room is kept locked. The laundry room is used to store cleaning supplies. LPA and Administrator toured the backyard and garage. The garage is kept locked and used to store extra supplies, food and furniture. There is a small fountain in the backyard. The backyard connects to the front yard on the west side of the house. The side walk way on the east side of the house connects to the driveway. LPA observed bicycles, a wood pallet, a hoyer lift and brooms stored on the east side of the house on the walk way. The front yard is fenced and has a gate. There is a sitting area with a table and chairs in the front court yard.. LPA observed all fire extinguishers are fully charged. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors tested operational. The last fire drill was conducted on December 25, 2024. LPA inspected the first aid kit. The first aid kit had all the required elements. Facility has an internet device (Tablet) for dedicated resident use. LPA reviewed 4 resident files. LPA observed resident 1 (R1) is bedridden according to their most recent physician's report. No discrepancies observed in the resident files. LPA reviewed 2 staff files, LPA observed Staff 1 and 2 only had 18 hours of annual training. Both staff members had CPR training. During the visit residents participated in bingo. LPA consulted with the Administrator concerning reporting requirements. Based on the observations made during today’s visit deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was discussed with the facility representative and a copy was provided. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report was provided along with citations and appeal rights. Administrator refused to sign the report (LIC 809 & LIC 809Ds).the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 20, 2025
The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
20241 state visit · 1 document
Mar 6, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by staff. LPA met with Administrators Michael Milo and Julieta Milo explained the reason for the visit. LPA and Administrator Julieta Milo toured the facility. Facility is a one story home with 8 bedrooms, living room, 7 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room and a two car garage that is kept locked and used for storage. There is a fountain in the front courtyard. Capacity is for 6 residents. Two rooms are for staff. LPA observed all resident rooms had the required furnishings. LPA observed all bathrooms were clean and operational. Hot water in the bathrooms measured 116.0 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the kitchen is clean and organized. LPA observed the medications are kept locked in a kitchen cabinet. There is a 2 day perishable and a 7 day non-perishable food supply on hand in the kitchen. There is a small fountain in the backyard. The backyard connects to the front yard on each side of the house. The front yard is fenced and has a gate. There is a sitting area with a table and chairs in the front court yard. No obstacles or hazards observed inside or outside of the facility. LPA observed all fire extinguishers are fully charged. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors tested operational. LPA inspected the first aid kit. The first aid kit had all the required elements. LPA reviewed 2 staff and 5 resident files. LPA observed 2 out of 5 residents did not have current physician's reports (LIC 602A). Resident 1 (R1) has been diagnosed with Dementia and their LIC 602A was dated December 20, 2022 and Resident 2 (R2) has been diagnosed with Dementia and their LIC 602A was dated December 14, 2022. No other discrepancies observed. Based on the observations made during today’s visit deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was discussed with the facility representative and a copy was provided. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report ( LIC 809) provided along with citations (LIC 809D) and appeal rights. Administrator refused to sign the report (LIC 809 & LIC 809D).the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 6, 2024
Earlier years2022 · 1 document
20221 state visit · 1 document
Mar 21, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection (mitigation). LPA was greeted and granted entry by staff. LPA met with Administrator Julieta Milo. LPA explained the reason for the visit. LPA and Administrator toured the facility. Facility has 8 bedrooms (2 are for staff), 7 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen and a two car garage. There is a fountain in the courtyard of the facility. The fountain is empty and has no water. LPA observed the PUB 475 poster (See Something, Say Something poster) is 10 1/2 X 17 inches. LPA observed all resident bedrooms had the required furnishings and were large enough to accommodate the resident and their belongings. LPA observed all bathrooms were clean and operational. Hot water measured 115.3 to 119.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. LPA observed a 2 day perishable and 7 day non-perishable food supply on hand in the kitchen. LPA and Administrator toured the backyard. There is a small fountain and seating area in the backyard. The exit gate is operational. No obstacles or hazards observed in the backyard. LPA and Administrator toured the garage. The garage is kept locked and used to store extra supplies. Facility has submitted the mitigation plan. No deficiencies observed during the visit. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of this visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report provided. Administrator refused to sign the report (LIC 809).the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 21, 2022
License holder
Res.Care Services, Inc.DBA Laguna Palms, licensed since 2006.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2006, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 4
- Total complaints
- 0
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
- Type A citations
- 0
- Type B citations
- 0
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2006, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Compare with homes the same size
| This home | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Type A citations | 0 | 0 |
| Type B citations | 0 | 0 |
| Substantiated allegations | 0 | 0 |
| Total complaints | 0 | 0 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Laguna Palms II
Is Laguna Palms II licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Laguna Palms II licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Laguna Palms II been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2006, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Laguna Palms II still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.
What does Laguna Palms II cost?
$5,100 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,200–$6,300. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 8 other homes of a similar licensed size in Laguna Niguel that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $7,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,375 (n = 8 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date between September and October 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does Laguna Palms II take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Res.Care Services, Inc.DBA Laguna Palms, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Rady Children's Hospital is 2.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Laguna Palms II keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Laguna Palms II license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “LAGUNA PALMS II”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306002559. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Res.Care Services, Inc.DBA Laguna Palms, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2006, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2006, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2006, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2006, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is April 1, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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Starting rate
$5,500 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Starting rate
$6,000 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,850 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,800–$7,200On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,950 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,100On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,250 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,300–$6,450On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,050 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,150–$6,200On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
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