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A&B at Home Health Home Care Facility RCFE
Small home·Licensed for 6·Mission Viejo, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,350 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,400–$6,600
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJune 16, 2026CDSS inspection record
A&B at Home Health Home Care Facility RCFE is a small care home in Mission Viejo — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 2015. Dementia care is not on file.
Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about A&B at Home Health Home Care Facility RCFE
Is A&B at Home Health Home Care Facility RCFE licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is A&B at Home Health Home Care Facility RCFE licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has A&B at Home Health Home Care Facility RCFE been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is A&B at Home Health Home Care Facility RCFE still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does A&B at Home Health Home Care Facility RCFE cost?
$5,350 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,400–$6,600. 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 24 small homes within 2 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 27 other homes of a similar licensed size in Mission Viejo that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $5,500 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 27 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 A&B at Home Health Home Care Facility RCFE take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 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 Braidein & Austine Health Home Care Facility, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center is 2.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can A&B at Home Health Home Care Facility RCFE keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
A&B at Home Health Home Care Facility RCFE license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “A&B AT HOME HEALTH HOME CARE FACILITY RCFE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306004758. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- Licensed to Braidein & Austine Health Home Care Facility, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is June 16, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 residents
- BedriddenApproved by the state
State licensing record · September 13, 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, 6 NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS, ALL OF WHOM MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4. ROOMS #1 TO #6 ARE DESIGNATED FOR SINGLE OCCUPANCY. ROOM #7 WILL BE OCCUPIED BY STAFF.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 13, 2026
4 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation not on file
Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,350a month to start
Likely $4,400–$6,600
From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,350a month
Likely $4,400–$6,750
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$5,350likely $4,400–$6,600
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes within 2 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 (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $4,400–$6,750
- $5,350
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,100–$9,800
- $7,350
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- 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 September 23, 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.
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
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 community 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.
- What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
- What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
- What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
- Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes within 2 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.
24 homes like this within 2 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$5,750.
- 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.
Show the 24 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Comfort and Care for the ElderlyMission Viejo · 0.1 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Via La Coruna ManorMission Viejo · 0.4 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Chapters RCFEMission Viejo · 0.5 mi · Small home$8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Faithful HomeMission Viejo · 0.5 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Jj Assistance Home CareMission Viejo · 0.5 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Active Senior Home CareMission Viejo · 0.5 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Francis' Home CareMission Viejo · 0.6 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Infinity Home CareMission Viejo · 0.6 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Grand View VillaMission Viejo · 0.8 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Respit Manor Mission ViejoMission Viejo · 0.9 mi · Small home$4,595Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- Rainbow CottageMission Viejo · 1.0 mi · Small home$4,300Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Mission Viejo Care Cottages 2Mission Viejo · 1.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Port ViejoMission Viejo · 1.1 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Pericles Elderly Care HomeMission Viejo · 1.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Years Residential CareMission Viejo · 1.2 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Pacifica CottageMission Viejo · 1.2 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Soleil Senior LivingMission Viejo · 1.2 mi · Small home$4,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Pacific Sun Senior CareMission Viejo · 1.2 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Aegean Hills Senior LivingMission Viejo · 1.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Vividus Senior LivingMission Viejo · 1.3 mi · Small home$5,250Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Joseph's HomeMission Viejo · 1.3 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Oasis Home for the Elderly IIMission Viejo · 1.3 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Aaa Laguna Hills Assistance Care HomeLaguna Hills · 1.4 mi · Small home$3,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort Cottages #1Laguna Hills · 1.5 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 24116 Juaneno Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691Address from the public record · September 13, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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The state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.
Since 2022, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2015. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated June 16, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- June 16, 2026
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints0typical 0
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2015.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 4 documents
Jun 16, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On this day Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Fred Arias made an unannounced visit to conduct a required annual visit. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by staff and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for six non-ambulatory residents of which all may be bedridden. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for four residents and the home currently has six residents, with one resident on hospice. Administrator (AD) Joiey Ong arrived shortly to assist with visit. LPA along with staff toured the facility at 2:30 PM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and facility documentation. The home consists of six resident bedrooms, staff room, living room, dining room, kitchen, six bathrooms and an attached garage. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured 110.8 degrees F. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards. Auditory exit alarms were operational during today's visit. LPA toured the kitchen and observed sharps locked in a cabinet during today's visit. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. Kitchen appliances were operational during today's visit. Smoke detectors tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguishers were fully charged. LPA reviewed the infection control and emergency disaster plans and plans are complete and thorough. Facility conducts quarterly emergency drills with the last drill conducted on 1/05/2026. Outside grounds were toured. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There is shaded outdoor seating for residents. Exit gates are unlocked and operational. LPA observed the emergency food and water supply. First aid kit contained all required items including tweezers, scissors and thermometer. LPA reviewed four resident files and two staff files. Resident files contained required documentation including admission agreements, physician reports, and resident appraisals. Staff files reviewed contained required documentation including required annual training, medical assessment/ TB, criminal record clearance and proof of CPR training. LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet. Medications are being administered per physician order. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no 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.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 16, 2026
The state marks this report as 4 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Sep 15, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessica Cho arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of conducting the Required 1-Year annual evaluation using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver Catherine Ranando and explained the reason for the visit. Administrator (Admin) Joiey Ong arrived shortly after. LPA observed two caregivers on duty providing care to six residents of which one is under hospice care. The Administrator's Certificate expires June 18, 2026 for Administrator Joiey Ong. All staff were fingerprint cleared and associated at the time of the visit. The following was observed during the inspection: This is a single story structure located in a residential neighborhood. Facility operates within the conditions and limitations specified on the license. There are six private resident bedrooms, six resident bathrooms, and one private staff bedroom. All common areas were inspected including the attached two car garage. The residents' bedrooms were appropriately furnished. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, sufficient storage space for each residents' personal belongings were observed. Hospital bed and bed rail orders were present for five out of five residents. Bathrooms were found to be in compliance, clean, and operational. The hot water temperature measured at 110.6, 109.5, 105.1, 106.1, 106.5, and 107.4 degrees Fahrenheit in the resident bathrooms. Toxins, disinfectants, sharps, and medications were secured and inaccessible. LPA observed sufficient two-day supply of perishables and seven-day supply of non-perishable food. The kitchen pantry appeared unorganized. LPA toured the exterior portion of the facility. LPA observed the outdoor passageway is free of obstruction. The exit gates were operational and there were sufficient seating and shading. The fire extinguisher was mounted, charged, and purchased 8/11/25. The auditory devices and smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. LPA observed the emergency food/water in the closet behind the piano. Fire drills were conducted quarterly with the last date on June 28, 2025, however drills are not conducted accounting various emergency scenarios. The Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610E) is outdated. LPA observed the required 'See Something, Say Something' (PUB475) poster posted in the correct size in the entry way. LPA conducted resident/staff interviews and audited six residents' files and two personnel files in which no discrepancies were found. Medications were audited for two out of six residents. No discrepancies noted. LPA consulted the following: to update the LIC610E using the current form released on (3/19), to conduct drills accounting for different emergency scenarios, and to organize the pantry. Based on the observations made during today's visit, no deficiency is being cited. Advisory Notes are being issued. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Joiey Ong, and a copy of this report was provided at exit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 15, 2025
The state marks this report as 7 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Jun 11, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced visit to A & B At Home Health Care Facility RCFE. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the Annual Required inspection. LPA was allowed entry into the facility and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents, all of which may be bedridden. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for 4 residents and the home currently has 5 residents, with one on hospice. LPA Lyman along with Administrator Joiey Ong toured the facility at 12:56 PM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and the first aid kit. Facility appears to be clean, safe, and sanitary. The home consists of six resident bedrooms, 6 resident bathrooms, one staff room, living room, dining room, and kitchen. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. LPA observed five residents with a half bed rails. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured between 107.6 and 111 degrees F in all facility bathrooms. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked at time of visit. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. First aid kit had all the elements including thermometer, and scissors. LPA observed a locked storage area for cleaning supplies under the kitchen sink and toxins secured in the garage. Kitchen was inspected. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. LPA observed sharps locked in a kitchen drawer. Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors are hardwired and tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguisher is fully charged. Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. LPA toured the outside grounds and there is ample seating for residents. Exit gates are unlocked. LPA observed ample emergency food and water supply. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster plan during the visit. Plan is thorough and complete. Facility provided documentation of last fire drill conducted on 11/22/2023. CONT ON LIC809-C DATED 06/11/2024 Facility provides activities in the form of exercise, music and bible studies. At 1:30 PM, LPA reviewed five resident files and three staff files. Resident files contained required documents including admission agreements, physician reports and resident appraisals. Staff files reviewed contained required documentation of annual training and criminal record clearance. At 2:15 PM, LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet. Medications are being administered per physician order. Based on the observations made during today's visit, the following violations are being cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report as well as appeal rights were discussed and provided with facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 11, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.
The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.
Before you call
Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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