Small home · Licensed for 6 · Fountain Valley

Golden Heart Care Home

18976 Persimmon Street, Fountain Valley, CA 92708Licensed since 2019

Overview

Starting rate

$4,800 a month

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 See costs

No openings reported

Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

Wheelchairup to 6 residents
Hospiceup to 6 residents
Bedriddenup to 1 resident

Not on file: dementia approval.

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

AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. SIX (6) NONAMBULATORY OF WHICH ONE (1) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN BEDROOM 4 ONLY. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR SIX (6).

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Golden Heart Care Home: 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.

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What it costs here

This home’s starting rate

$4,800a month to start

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$4,800likely a month

Room

Daily care

Sharing the room

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

Starting monthly rate$4,800this home
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.
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 $4,800–$5,400: $4,800
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,800–$8,950: $7,300

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.

If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers

Rates at nearby homes15 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,500 to $6,500

15 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,850–$6,200.

Sterling Senior Community 12Huntington Beach · 0.5 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
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$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Crystal Cove Care #1Fountain Valley · 0.6 mi · Small home
$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Crystal Care HomeFountain Valley · 0.8 mi · Small home
$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Matsonia Lane HomesHuntington Beach · 0.9 mi · Small home
$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Meadowlark Gardens VIIHuntington Beach · 1.2 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
JC Home for Seniors - LoveHuntington Beach · 1.3 mi · Small home
$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Castlegate ManorHuntington Beach · 1.7 mi · Small home
$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Socal Assisted LivingHuntington Beach · 1.8 mi · Small home
$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Coastside Senior HomeCosta Mesa · 1.8 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
NS CareFountain Valley · 1.9 mi · Small home
$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
The Taylor CottageHuntington Beach · 2.1 mi · Small home
$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Fountain Garden Guest HomeFountain Valley · 2.3 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Angela's Residential CareCosta Mesa · 2.9 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Oasis Assisted LivingCosta Mesa · 2.9 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026

How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

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.

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Daily life

Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.

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Where it is

18976 Persimmon Street, Fountain Valley, CA 92708Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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Memorialcare Orange Coast Medical CenterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list1 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).

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The 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 #306005702 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 2 of 4 documents

20251 state visit · 1 document

Dec 2, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On December 2, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Eboni Bentley conducted an unannounced required 1-Year annual visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. Upon arrival at the facility, LPA Bentley introduced self and was granted entry into the facility by staff, after stating the purpose of the visit. Administrators (AD) Joey Encarnacion and Marizonia Llorin arrived at the facility and remained to assist during the visit. Joey Encarnacion has an administrator certificate that expires on April 14, 2026 and Marizonia Llorin has an administrator certificate that expires on March 5, 2026. The facility is licensed to operate for six (6) non-ambulatory residents, of which one (1) may be bedridden in Room 4 only, with a hospice waiver for six (6). During the visit, LPA toured inside and outside of the physical plant with staff. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, storage for each resident’s personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. Bathrooms were found to be clean and operational and the water temperatures measured between 113.2 degrees F to 118.2 degrees F. LPA observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is a two-day supply of perishable and seven-day supply of non-perishable food available and maintained properly. LPA toured the backyard and observed a shaded seating area with a table and chairs for residents to sit outside. CONTINUE TO LIC809-C.... The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were operable. Emergency safety drills were last conducted on September 16, 2025 and are conducted quarterly. First aid kit is maintained and contains all the necessary elements. A working telephone (714)594-3854 remains available and the faciity has a device that can be used for video teleconference purposes. Emergency food, emergency water, and emergency supplies were stored in the garage. The facility has two (2) fire extinguishers that were charged and last serviced on September 18, 2025. Liability Insurance is effective January 10, 2025 and expires on January 10, 2026. LPA conducted an audit of six (6) resident files (R1-R6), four (4) staff files (S1-S4), and medication and medication administration review. Resident and staff interviews were conducted. No Deficiencies were cited during the time of the visit. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to Administrator Marizonia Llorin at exit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 2, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

Nov 18, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Ruth Martinez and Nancy Guillen conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of completing an annual required inspection. LPAs arrived at the facility and were greeted and granted entry by Julieta S. Lubugan. The Administrator Joey Encarnacion arrived shortly after and met with LPAs. There are six residents at the facility, four of which are currently in hospice. LPAs began the tour of the inside and outside of the facility. LPAs observed required department postings throughout the facility. Facility stays within the capacity limitations. There is a minimum of one week non-perishable foods and two days of perishable foods available. There is additional food storage in the pantry and additional food storage in the cabinet/freezer and refrigerator in the garage. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPAs inspected that medication is centrally stored in a locked storage cabinet located in dining room. LPAs reviewed medication and observed medication was labeled and stored inaccessible to residents in care. LPAs inspected the bathroom and LPAs measured the hot water temperature which measured 118.2 degrees Fahrenheit. All bathrooms observed to have a supply of soap, toilet paper and towels. Bathrooms are equipped with required safety measures such as non-skid mats and grab bars. Lighting is sufficient to ensure safety and comfort. The facility is equipped with sufficient hand hygiene, cleaning, and disinfecting supplies. LPAs observed that toxic chemicals, cleaning solutions and disinfectants are stored locked in a storage cabinet in the garage. The facility has an available clean supply of linens. LPAs inspected residents’ bedrooms which have sufficient lighting to ensure the safety and comfort. All bedrooms observed to have all required components. Storage space is provided for residents in their bedroom. Smoke detectors were tested and found to be operational. LPAs toured the outside of the facility and observed outdoor passageways are free of obstructions. LPAs observed there are shaded seating areas for residents’ enjoyment. Continued on LI 809-C LPAs observed a fire extinguisher with service date September 26th, 2024, in the dinning room and garage. Fire drills are conducted quarterly with the last one being done on October 14th, 2024. LPAs began review of records. LPAs reviewed three resident records. All the required documentation was present and current in the residents’ files reviewed. LPAs reviewed two employee records. All employees present have a criminal record clearance and are associated to the facility. LPAs observed records reviewed had a current First Aid certificate. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were noted today in the areas inspected per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was reviewed with the Administrator and a copy of this report was provided to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 18, 2024

Earlier years2021 to 2022 · 2 documents

20221 state visit · 1 document

Oct 20, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On today’s date, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) LPA Rosie Quiroz and LPA Alvaro Ramirez conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a required annual inspection. LPAs were greeted, COVID-19 screened and granted entry into the facility by Caregiver 1. Administrator (AD) Marizonia Llorin and (L/AD) Joey Encarnacion arrived shortly after. LPAs explained the nature of the visit. This facility is licensed to provide services to residents age range 60 and over, 6 Non-Ambulatory Residents; of which (1) one may be bedridden in bedroom #4 only, and has a hospice waiver for six (6) residents. Facility is currently providing services to (6) six residents receiving hospice services. L/AD Joey Encarnacion has an Administrator Certificate with expiration date of 04/14/2024. On or about 9:37am, LPAs along with L/AD Joey Encarnacion toured the inside and outside of facility. There are six (6)residents in care and there are no active COVID-19 cases. During today's inspection visit, LPAs observed four (4) residents in dining-room area eating breakfast, (1) one resident in their bedroom watching television and (1) resident in the living room watching television. Six of six residents present in the facility appeared to be clean and well taken care of. LPAs observed required department postings in the facility as well as hand washing signs in the restrooms. All restrooms observed to have ample soap/sanitizer and appeared clean. LPAs inspected residents’ bedrooms and appeared clean and sanitary. All bedrooms observed to have all required components. Water temperatures in 2 of 2 bathrooms were recorded to be between 108.6-109.0 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility indoor temperature was recorded to be 78 degrees Fahrenheit. LPAs observed a check in station in the main entry of the facility. L/AD Encarnacion indicated facility is taking temperatures daily twice per day and documenting results. LPAs observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan. Facility has back-up emergency food, water supply as well as PPE supplies. LPAs toured the outside of the facility and observed seating area with table and chairs for resident’s enjoyment in backyard area and front porch area. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE... CONTINUED... Facility has completed the LIC 808 Mitigation plan dated 2/18/2021. The LIC 808 Mitigation Plan was approved by LPA Quiroz on 11/4/2021. During today's inspection visit, L/AD Joey Encarnacion indicated "All residents and staff at facility are fully vaccinated for COVID-19, Boostered and awaiting scheduling for third booster." LPAs reviewed 6 of 6 resident's records during today's visit. During today's visit LPAs provided consultation on Infection Control, Title 22 and The Great California Shakeout earthquake preparedness drill taking place today at 10:20am. Based on the observation made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were noted today per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was reviewed with L/AD Joey Encarnacion, and a copy of this report and LIC 811-Confidential Names were provided at exit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 20, 2022

20211 state visit · 1 document

Nov 4, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On today’s date, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) LPA Rosie Quiroz conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a required annual inspection. LPA Quiroz was greeted, COVID-19 screened and granted entry into the facility by Administrator (AD) Marizonia Llorin and explained the nature of the visit. Licensee/Administrator (L/AD) Joey Encarnacion arrived shortly after. This facility is licensed to provide services to residents age range 60 and over, 6 Non-Ambulatory Residents; of which (1) one may be bedridden in bedroom #4 only, and has a hospice waiver for six (6) residents. L/AD Joey Encarnacion has an Administrator Certificate with expiration date of 04/20/2022. On or about 12:33pm, LPA Quiroz along with L/AD Joey Encarnacion toured the inside and outside of facility. There are four (4)residents in care and there are no active COVID-19 cases. During today's inspection visit, LPA Quiroz observed two (2) residents in dining-room area finishing up their lunch, (1) one resident in their bedroom reading their bible, and L/AD Encarnacion indicated (1) one resident was out to a medical appointment. Three of four residents present in the facility appeared to be clean and well taken care of. LPA Quiroz observed required department postings in the facility as well as hand washing signs in the restrooms. All restrooms observed to have ample soap/sanitizer and appeared clean. LPA Quiroz inspected residents’ bedrooms and appeared clean and sanitary. All bedrooms observed to have all required components. LPA Quiroz observed a check in station in the main entry of the facility. L/AD Encarnacion indicated facility is taking temperatures daily; and documenting results. LPA Quiroz observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan. Facility has back-up emergency food, water supply as well as PPE supplies. LPA Quiroz toured the outside of the facility and observed seating area with table and chairs for resident’s enjoyment in backyard area and front porch area. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE... CONTINUED... Facility has completed the LIC 808 Mitigation plan dated 2/18/2021. The LIC 808 Mitigation Plan was approved by LPA Quiroz during today's visit. During today's inspection visit, L/AD Joey Encarnacion indicated "All residents and staff at facility are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and have received their COVID Booster as well." LPA Quiroz reviewed 4 of 4 resident's records during today's visit. Based on the observation made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were noted today per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was reviewed with L/AD Joey Encarnacion, and a copy of this report and LIC 811 were provided at exit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 4, 2021

License holder

Ghch Care, Inc., licensed since 2019.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2019, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 5
Total complaints: 1
Substantiated allegations: 0
Type A citations: 0
Type B citations: 0

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2019, 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	1	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

Routine visita visit the state records as “Required” — a scheduled visit, not one made in answer to a complaintSubstantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Golden Heart Care Home

Is Golden Heart Care Home licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

How many residents is Golden Heart Care Home licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Has Golden Heart Care Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2019, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is Golden Heart Care Home still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 12, 2026.

What does Golden Heart Care Home cost?

$4,800 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

Among 7 other homes of a similar licensed size in Fountain Valley that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,125 to $6,250 a month, and the middle figure is $5,500 (n = 7 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 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 Golden Heart Care Home 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 Ghch Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Memorialcare Orange Coast Medical Center is 1 mile away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Golden Heart Care Home keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.