Small home · Licensed for 6 · Laguna Niguel
Serenity Health 2
29681 Preston Drive, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677Licensed since 2026
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Dementia · 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
- Dementia
- Hospiceup to 6 residents
- Bedriddenup to 1 resident
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; APPROVED FOR CAPACITY OF SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORYOF WHICH ONE (1) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN; RM 1 APPROVED FOR BEDRIDDEN CLIENT;WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR (6)
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
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
If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Serenity Health 2: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and help with medicines. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
This home’s starting rate
$8,500a 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$8,500likely a month
Starting monthly rate$8,500this home
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
Shared room insteadAsknot on file
This home’s listed starting rate is for assisted living private room. A shared room, if one is offered, may cost less — ask.
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 $8,500–$9,100
- $8,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $8,500–$12,650
- $11,000
Lines marked “Ask” are not in the totals.
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 WaiverWe have not yet confirmed that an entry on the DHCS Assisted Living Waiver list is this home’s. Ask the home: “Do you take the Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver?” 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 homes11 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,600 to $8,500
11 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,050–$6,550.
- Sunrise GardenLaguna Niguel · 0.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Orange County Care Home ILaguna Niguel · 1.0 mi · Small home$3,600Listed on its own website · care; flat rate · seen October 27, 2026
- Adelanto Covenant CareLaguna Niguel · 1.7 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Niguel Hills Villa IILaguna Niguel · 1.7 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Vividus Senior LivingLaguna Niguel · 1.9 mi · Small home$5,250Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Seasons at Laguna - 2Laguna Niguel · 2.1 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Brandon ManorLaguna Niguel · 2.4 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- TLC Elderly Residence 1Laguna Hills · 3.7 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- Kathryn Jane Residential Care FacilityMission Viejo · 4.3 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Adagio San JuanSan Juan Capistrano · 4.9 mi · Small home$8,500Listed on its own website · starting price for rooms · seen October 5, 2026
- Aspen VillaMission Viejo · 4.9 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, 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.
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
29681 Preston Drive, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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- Providence Mission Hospital - Laguna BeachHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list2.4 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 #306006786 · See the state’s own record
The full record — 1 document
20261 state visit · 1 document
Jan 15, 2026Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Alejandre made an announced visit to conduct the Pre-Licensing inspection. LPA met with applicants Pardeep Sharma and Jeena Sharma and explained the reason for the visit. An initial application to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) for 6 non-ambulatory residents of which 1 can be bedridden (bedroom #2) was submitted to Community Care Licensing (CCL) on November 24, 2025. Facility requested a hospice waiver for 6. Facility phone number 949-503-2477. This is a change of ownership with residents in care (CHOW). Structure. The facility is a one story house with 6 bedrooms (one bedroom is for staff), 2 bathrooms, family room/dining room, kitchen and a de-attached 2 car garage. Bedroom 2 is a shared room. The garage is kept locked and used for storage. LPA observed the fire extinguisher in the front entryway is fully charged. LPA observed the See Something, Say Something sign (PUB 475) posted in the main entryway. Resident rooms. LPA observed all the resident rooms have the required furnishings and bed linens. LPA observed there is a TV above the fireplace in the family room and 5 recliners. The fireplace is electric and operated with a remote control. The remote control is kept locked. LPA observed extra linens stored in the hall pantry. Bathrooms. Facility has 2 bathrooms and all bathrooms are clean and operational. Water Temperature. LPA measured the hot water at 119.8 degrees Fahrenheit in both (2) bathrooms. Emergency Phone Numbers & Exit Plan. LPA observed Personal Rights of Residents posted along with, the Facility's Theft and Loss Policy, Rights of Resident Councils and the Emergency Disaster plan, which contains emergency phone numbers for first responders. The facility sketch showing all emergency exits and exit routes is posted throughout the facility. Appliances. LPA observed the 5 burner stove, microwave oven and refrigerator and dishwasher are all clean and operational. The 5 burner gas stove lights unassisted. The washer and dryer in the garage are clean and operational. Extra cleaning supplies are kept locked under the kitchen sink. Food Service. LPA observed a 2 day perishable and a 7 day non-perishable food supply on hand in the kitchen. The garage is kept locked and used for storage. LPA observed a 3 day emergency supply of food and water in the garage. Toxins and cleaning supplies are kept locked in cabinet in the garage. Resident & Staff Files will be kept secured in a cabinet. Medications are kept locked in the medication cabinet in the kitchen. First-Aid Kit & Book are kept locked in the closet. LPA observed the first aid kit has all the required elements. Reading Material, Games, Equipment & Materials. Reading materials and games are kept in the family room. Fire clearance, the fire clearance was approved by Orange County Fire Authority on July 22, 2025. Backyard No bodies of water observed. There 3 tables with an umbrellas and chairs for residents to sit outside. The exit gate is operational and self closing. No obstacle or hazards observed in the backyard. Smoke Detectors/Carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. Component III: Waived, applicants are the owner/operator of other licensed facilities. No obstacles or hazards observed inside or outside of the facility. Facility has an internet device (Tablet) dedicated for resident use only. LPA observed all exit doors including exit doors in resident rooms, and the exit gate in the backyard have alarms that are operational. No deficiencies observed during the visit. The facility is ready to be licensed. LPA informed the applicant that final approval for licensure will be approved by CAB (Central Applications Bureau) in Sacramento. Applicants stated they understood. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to the applicants.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 15, 2026
License holder
Serenity Health Ss LLC, licensed since 2026.
Operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Serenity Health · Mission Viejo
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2026, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 1
- 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 2026, 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.
The earlier licensePreviously at this address: Verona Court (license #306002097).
The state lists license #306002097 as “Closed, Change of Ownership” as of October 26, 2026. Inspections and reports filed under license #306002097 are on the state’s record of that license.
The state’s record for license #306002097 The state’s record for license #306006786
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Serenity Health 2
Is Serenity Health 2 licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Serenity Health 2 licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Serenity Health 2 been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 1 state visit over the same years.
Is Serenity Health 2 still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.
What does Serenity Health 2 cost?
$8,500 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
Among 7 other homes of a similar licensed size in Laguna Niguel that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $5,875 a month, and the middle figure is $5,250 (n = 7 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 Serenity Health 2 take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: we have not yet confirmed that an entry on the DHCS Assisted Living Waiver list is this home’s. Ask the home: “Do you take the Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver?” The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Serenity Health Ss LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. See the homes licensed to Serenity Health Ss LLC — at least 2 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Providence Mission Hospital - Laguna Beach is 2.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Serenity Health 2 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.
Serenity Health 2 license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “SERENITY HEALTH 2”, per the CDSS roster as of June 12, 2026.
- License #306006786. 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 Serenity Health Ss LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 1 state inspection visit since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 1 state visit in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is January 15, 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
$4,500 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,400 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,450–$6,700On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
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Estimated starting rate
$5,550 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,550–$6,850On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,150 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,200–$6,350On the state record
- Wheelchair: 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
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Estimated starting rate
$5,200 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,250–$6,450On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
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