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Aina's Guest Homes
Small home·Licensed for 6·Placentia, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,950 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,050
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitSeptember 17, 2025CDSS inspection record
Aina's Guest Homes is a small care home in Placentia — 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 2011. Dementia care and bedridden care are 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 Aina's Guest Homes
Is Aina's Guest Homes licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Aina's Guest Homes licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Aina's Guest Homes been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2011, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Aina's Guest Homes still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Aina's Guest Homes cost?
$4,950 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,050–$6,050. 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 12 small homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 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 Aina's Guest Homes 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 Aina's Guest Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
UCI Health-Placentia Linda is 0.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Aina's Guest Homes keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 5 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Aina's Guest Homes license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “AINA'S GUEST HOMES”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306004327. 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 Aina's Guest Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2011, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2011, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2011, 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 2011, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is September 17, 2025, 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 5 residents
- BedriddenNot on file · ask the home
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
6 NON-AMBULATORY, HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 5.
985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 5 — 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
$4,950a month to start
Likely $4,050–$6,050
From 12 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,950a month
Likely $4,050–$6,250
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$4,950likely $4,050–$6,050
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 12 small homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (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 $4,050–$6,250
- $4,950
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,750–$9,350
- $6,950
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 12 small homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
12 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,450–$7,900.
- 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 12 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Care Celine 2Placentia · 0.4 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Nora's Residence of PlacentiaPlacentia · 0.5 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Adelya Senior HomeYorba Linda · 0.7 mi · Small home$4,600Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Years-ProspectYorba Linda · 1.0 mi · Small home$8,200Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- The Pageantry CottagePlacentia · 1.0 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom with alcove · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape Cottage IXYorba Linda · 1.4 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Years - Villa GrandeYorba Linda · 1.5 mi · Small home$8,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Versa-Care Home IPlacentia · 1.8 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sunset View Senior Care at Laurel ViewYorba Linda · 2.2 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Glenwood CareFullerton · 2.7 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Camino Retirement LivingYorba Linda · 2.7 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- The Beechwood CottageFullerton · 2.8 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 16211 Tunisia Circle, Placentia, CA 92870Address 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 2021, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2011. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated September 17, 2025.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- September 17, 2025
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 2011.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 2 of 4 documents
Sep 17, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Claudia Gutierrez made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a Required/Annual Inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Staff Charlita Ariola and the purpose of the inspection was discussed. Administrator (AD) Angelo Buenaventura was notified of the inspection and arrived at approximately 9:30 a.m. During the inspection, LPA and Staff Ariola conducted a tour of the inside and outside of the facility, common areas, resident rooms, kitchen, garage and observed the following: This is a one-story home with four resident bedrooms, one staff bedroom, three bathrooms, and attached two-car garage. All resident bedrooms had the required furnishings. LPA observed all resident beds had linens and blankets. LPA observed all windows were screened. The backyard has a shaded sitting area. LPA observed residents watching television in the living room and resting in their respective bedrooms. Bathrooms were observed to be free of debris and mildew, faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature tested between 107.2 - 114.9 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the facility has a 2-day supply of perishables and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food as required by regulations. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. Fire extinguisher was observed to be fully charged. Gas stove, microwave, washer, and dryer were all inspected and observed to be operable. Medication was observed to be centrally stored and locked in a hallway storage closet. LPA reviewed four resident files and three staff files. One of four resident files did not have an appraisal dated or signed in the last twelve months; a Deficiency was cited on today’s date. Two of three staff files did not include staff training conducted on hospice, restricted health conditions, or postural supports; a Deficiency was cited on today’s date. LPA interviewed three residents and two staff. (Cont. LIC809-C) Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report and appeal rights was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 17, 2025
Nov 1, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) William Vanegas, Claudia Gutierrez, and Eboni Bentley made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting an Annual Inspection. LPAs were greeted and granted entry by Staff Charlita Ariola and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA reviewed list of Guardian roster for facility and all staff members were associated to facility and background cleared. During the inspection, LPAs and Staff Ariola conducted a tour of the inside and outside of the facility, common areas, resident rooms, kitchen, garage and observed the following: This is a one-story home with four resident bedrooms, one staff bedroom, three bathrooms, and attached two-car garage. All resident bedrooms had the required furnishings. LPA observed all resident beds had linens and blankets. LPA observed all windows were screened. The backyard has a shaded seating area. LPA observed residents watching television in the living room and resting in their respective bedrooms. Bathrooms were observed to be free of debris and mildew, faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature tested at 129.2-130.1 degrees Fahrenheit; a deficiency was cited on this date. LPAs observed the facility has a 2-day supply of perishables and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food as required by regulations. LPAs did not observe posting of PUB 475 anywhere in the facility; a deficiency was cited on this date. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. Fire extinguisher was observed to be fully charged. Gas stove, microwave, washer, and dryer were all inspected and observed to be operable. Toxic chemicals, cleaning solutions, and disinfectants were observed to be inaccessible to residents. Medication cabinet was observed to be locked; LPA reviewed medication administration and storage. LPAs did not observe any recreational activities or items for resident use and Staff Ariola stated recreational activities are not currently offered to residents; a deficiency was cited on today’s date. LPAs reviewed four resident files. One resident of four resident files did not contain an updated physician’s report. Two of four resident files did not contain a reappraisal; a deficiency was cited on today’s date. Per physician’s report, two residents are bedridden, however fire clearance is approved for six non-ambulatory residents; a deficiency was cited on today’s date. LPAs reviewed two staff files and two of two files did not contain any documentation for initial staff training or staff training conducted in the past year staff was unable to provide LPA with a copy of staff training conducted; a Deficiency was cited on today’s date. A personnel file for Administrator was unavailable for review; a Deficiency was cited on today’s date. Emergency drill log, and the emergency disaster preparedness plan were not available for review and staff was unable to provide LPAs with a copy; a deficiency was cited on today’s date. LPA interviewed residents and staff. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An immediate civil penalty is being assessed. See LIC421IM. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report and appeal rights were left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 1, 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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