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A Touch of Care Senior Home
Small home·Licensed for 6·Tustin, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,900 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,850–$7,300
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit6 of 6 beds occupiedOctober 7, 2024 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMarch 19, 2026CDSS inspection record
A Touch of Care Senior Home is a small care home in Tustin — 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 2024. 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 Touch of Care Senior Home
Is A Touch of Care Senior Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is A Touch of Care Senior Home licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has A Touch of Care Senior Home been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is A Touch of Care Senior Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does A Touch of Care Senior Home cost?
$5,900 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,850–$7,300. 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 10 small homes and similar 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 188 other homes of a similar licensed size across Orange County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 188 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 Touch of Care Senior Home 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 A Touch of Care Senior Home LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Orange County Global Medical Center is 0.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can A Touch of Care Senior Home keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
A Touch of Care Senior Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “A TOUCH OF CARE SENIOR HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306006413. 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 A Touch of Care Senior Home LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is March 19, 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 6 residents
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident
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, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM 3 ONLY. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR 6.
935 - ELDERLY · 985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — 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
$5,900a month to start
Likely $4,850–$7,300
From 10 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,900a month
Likely $4,850–$7,450
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$5,900likely $4,850–$7,300
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar 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 (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 $4,850–$7,450
- $5,900
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,600–$10,450
- $7,900
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 10 small homes and similar 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.
10 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,500–$8,300.
- 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 10 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Suncoast Senior CareTustin · 0.3 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Traditions at Lucero WayTustin · 0.8 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Rose Garden Board and CareOrange · 0.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Coastal Charm of TustinNorth Tustin · 1.0 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Silverado Senior Living-Tustin HaciendaTustin · 1.4 mi · Mid-size home$11,700Listed on Seniorly · memory care studio · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
- Cyecrest Guest HomeOrange · 1.8 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Care of Heart for Elderly in OrangeOrange · 1.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Tustin Senior HomeTustin · 2.1 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Flowers Family Care 2Orange · 2.9 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sunshine Retirement HomeVilla Park · 2.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 17421 Laurie Lane, Tustin, CA 92780Address 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 2024, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 19, 2026.
- On file since
- 2024
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- March 19, 2026
- Occupied · October 7, 2024 visit
- 6 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated October 7, 2024. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unfounded” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints1typical 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 2024.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 5 of 5 documents
Mar 19, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrea Mendivil made an unannounced visit to the facility today to conduct a required annual. LPA was greeted and granted entry by staff and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents of which 1 may be bedridden. Facility has a hospice waiver for 6 residents, currently 2 residents are on hospice. Facility is a single story, 7 bedroom, 3 bathroom house with an attached garage and an off white exterior. The exit gates are unlocked and self latching. During today’s visit, LPA toured the facility and inspected the physical plant, including but not limited to testing all smoke detectors, testing hot water temperature in bathrooms. The hot water temperature measured between 111.7 and 117.5 degrees Fahrenheit and all smoke detectors were operational. The fire extinguishers are charged and were serviced on January 27, 2026. The facility’s last fire drill was conducted on February 4th, 2026. LPA inspected the facility food supply and observed the facility retained a minimum of two days perishable and seven days non-perishable food on hand. LPA observed medication storage in locked in kitchen cabinet. LPA observed emergency food and water stored in closet located in entryway of the facility. LPA reviewed two of two staff training and fingerprint records and conducted a complete review of resident records. LPA confirmed that administrator has a current administrator certificate which expires on June 11th, 2026. Based on observations no deficiencies noted. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 19, 2026
Mar 27, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrea Mendivil made an unannounced visit to conduct a required annual. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by staff and explained the reason for the visit. Administrator/Licensee Jasmin Avila arrived shortly after. Structure: Facility is a single story, 7 bedroom, 3 bathroom house with an attached garage and an off white exterior. The exit gates are unlocked and self latching. Living Room/ Dining Room: Adequate seating is available in the dining room and living room. Bedrooms Residents: All 6 residents rooms are for single occupancy. 1 staff bedroom was observed. All of the rooms are equipped with appropriate lighting, chair, night stand and ample closet space. Bathrooms: Resident bathrooms have a working toilet/ wash basin. Staff bathroom has a working toilet/wash basin. .Linens & Hygiene Supplies: Facility has bedding and towels for residents in care. Emergency Phone Numbers and Exit Plan: Posted in dining room of the facility. Food Service: Facility has 2 day perishable and 7-day nonperishable foods. Smoke Detectors: Smoke detectors/ carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. Fire extinguisher present in entry of facility. Toxins/ Sharps: LPA observed a secure area for sharps and toxins. Water Temperature: LPA tested hot water and it read as following: residents bathrooms read at 107 and 117 degrees, , residents sinks in bedrooms #1 and #2 read at 107 and 110 degrees. Emergency Supplies: LPA observed supply of emergency water and food. Medications, First-Aid Kit & Book: First aid kit observed contained all required items. Medication is stored in a locked kitchen cabinet. . Resident & Staff File: Records are stored in a locked cabinet.. Reading Material, Games, and Equipment: . LPA observed games and books in facility. Backyard: LPA observed a shaded area for residents. LPA Mendivil reviewed 5 out of 5 resident files and 2 out of 2 staff files. All files contained the required documentation. No deficiencies noted during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 27, 2025
Oct 7, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnfounded
Allegation investigated: Facility does not have liability insurance
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced complaint visit to initiate an investigation into the above allegation. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility and explained the reason for the visit. LPA spoke with Administrator Maria Jasmine Avila by telephone. During the course of the investigation, LPA interviewed Administrator and witness as well as reviewed and obtained pertinent documentation such as liability insurance. Regarding the allegation that facility does not have liability insurance, the investigation revealed the following: Facility has a current liability insurance policy effective 04/01/2024-04/01/2025. LPA confirmed with Insurance company that facility has current insurance and there has been no lapse in coverage. Based on interviews conducted and record review, the allegation is deemed unfounded, meaning the allegation was false, could not have happened and/or is without a reasonable basis. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided to facility representative. Unfoundedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 7, 2024 · control 22-AS-20241003130308
Mar 19, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrea Mendivil made an announced visit to conduct a pre-licensing inspection. LPA identified themselves and discussed the purpose of the visit with Licensee Maria Jasmin Avila an initial application to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly application was received by CCL on September 8, 2023 for a capacity of six residents 5 non-ambulatory and 1 bedridden. LPA Mendivil along with Licensee toured the facility at 9:05AM and observed the following: Structure: Facility is a single story, 7 bedroom, 3 bathroom house with an attached garage and an off white exterior. The exit gates are unlocked and self latching. Living Room/ Dining Room: Adequate seating is available in the dining room and living room. Bedrooms Residents: All 6 residents rooms are for single occupancy. 1 staff bedroom was observed. All of the rooms are equipped with appropriate lighting, chair, night stand and ample closet space. Bathrooms: Resident bathrooms have a working toilet/ wash basin. Staff bathroom has a working toilet/wash basin. .Linens & Hygiene Supplies: Facility has bedding and towels for residents in care. Emergency Phone Numbers and Exit Plan: Posted in dining room of the facility. Food Service: Licensee has 2 day perishable and 7-day nonperishable foods. Smoke Detectors: Smoke detectors/ carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. Fire extinguisher present in entry of facility. Appliances: Stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, washer, and dryer are clean and operational. Toxins/ Sharps: LPA observed a secure area for sharps and toxins. Water Temperature: LPA tested hot water and it read as following: residents bathrooms read at 111.3 and 117 degrees, , residents sinks in bedrooms #1 and #2 read at 109.7 and 106.1 degrees kitchen read at 108.1 degrees. Emergency Supplies: LPA observed supply of emergency water and food. Medications, First-Aid Kit & Book: First aid kit observed contained all required items. CONTINUED ON LIC 809C DATED 03/19/2024. Medication is stored in a locked kitchen cabinet. Facility to use a medication administration record. Resident & Staff File: Records are stored in a locked cabinet.. Reading Material, Games, and Equipment: . LPA observed games and books in facility. Backyard: LPA observed a shaded area for residents. Fire Clearance: Approved for 5 non- ambulatory and 1 bedridden resident on November 9, 2023. Facility is ready to be licensed. Component III completed. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 19, 2024
Feb 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): none COMP II Participants: Maria Jasmin Avila Interview Method: Telephone interview On February 23, 2024, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. General Provisions/Administrator requirements 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Pre Licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 23, 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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