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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,050 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,150–$6,200
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitFebruary 13, 2026CDSS inspection record
Arbor View 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 2004. Bedridden 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 Arbor View
Is Arbor View licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Arbor View licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Arbor View been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Arbor View still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Arbor View cost?
$5,050 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,150–$6,200. 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 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 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 Arbor View 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 Fisk, Mark & Erin, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Providence Mission Hospital is 0.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Arbor View keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 3 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Arbor View license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “ARBOR VIEW”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306002173. 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 Fisk, Mark & Erin, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2004, 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 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is February 13, 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 careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 3 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 3.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 3 — 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
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”
State licensing record · September 13, 2026
3 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?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,050a month to start
Likely $4,150–$6,200
From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,050a month
Likely $4,150–$6,350
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
Starting monthly rate$5,050likely $4,150–$6,200
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 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 $4,150–$6,350
- $5,050
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,850–$9,450
- $7,050
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 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.
24 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$6,050.
- 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
- Kathryn Jane Residential Care FacilityMission Viejo · 0.3 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Aspen VillaMission Viejo · 1.0 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Tlc Elderly Residence 1Laguna Hills · 1.1 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Hearts Elderly CareMission Viejo · 1.4 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Grand View VillaMission Viejo · 1.9 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort Cottages #1Laguna Hills · 2.0 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Aaa Laguna Hills Assistance Care HomeLaguna Hills · 2.1 mi · Small home$3,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Brandon ManorLaguna Niguel · 2.1 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Pericles Elderly Care HomeMission Viejo · 2.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Years Residential CareMission Viejo · 2.2 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Faithful HomeMission Viejo · 2.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Aegean Hills Senior LivingMission Viejo · 2.3 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Vividus Senior LivingMission Viejo · 2.4 mi · Small home$5,250Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Port ViejoMission Viejo · 2.5 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Joseph's HomeMission Viejo · 2.5 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Seasons at Laguna - 2Laguna Niguel · 2.6 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Pacific Sun Senior CareMission Viejo · 2.7 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Chapters RCFEMission Viejo · 2.7 mi · Small home$8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Adelanto Covenant Care 2Laguna Hills · 2.7 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Rainbow CottageMission Viejo · 2.8 mi · Small home$4,300Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort and Care for the ElderlyMission Viejo · 2.8 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Loving Elderly Care HomeLaguna Hills · 2.8 mi · Small home$3,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Mission Viejo Care Cottages 2Mission Viejo · 2.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Via La Coruna ManorMission Viejo · 2.9 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 26851 La Sierra 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 2004. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated February 13, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- February 13, 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 2004.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 4 documents
Feb 13, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On February 13, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Eboni Bentley arrived unannounced for the purpose of conducting the Required 1 Year Inspection. LPA observed three old mattresses in the driveway. LPA Bentley contacted Licensee (LI) Mark Fisk by telephone at 8:16am and stated the purpose of the visit. LI stated that the facility is closed due to renovations and installation of fire sprinklers. There were two residents residing at the facility prior to the renovations. Two residents had agreed to relocate. One was placed at another facility operated by the LI and the other transferred to a different facility through the Assisted Living Waiver program. LI stated that the Department was not notified about the alterations made inside the facility and relocation of residents. At approximately 8:45am,Licensee arrive at the facility to assist with the Required 1 Year Inspection. LPA observed three old mattresses in the driveway. LPA Bentley contacted Licensee Mark Fisk arrived at the facility to assist. LPA conducted a tour of the facility and observed there were no residents/staff on site. LPA observed all floors throughout the facility were replaced and covered, and openings in the ceilings (with sprinkler piping exposed) throughout the facility were made for installation of fire suppression system. Facility is not accepting residents at this time. The annual licensing fee remains current with a balance of $0. Licensee was advised on the following: to submit a written report of any major occurrences which threatens the health, safety, and welfare of residents within 24 hours, to notify the Department when renovations or alterations being made to the facility and upon completion and prior to admitting a new resident. Based on the observations made during today's visit, a deficiency is being cited on the attached LIC9099D. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Mark Fisk, and a copy of this report, along with the LIC9099D, and the appeal rights were provided at exit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 13, 2026
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87211(a)(2) · Plan of correction due date: Feb 20, 2026
87211 Reporting Requirements (a) Each licensee shall furnish to the licensing agency such reports as the Department...: (2) Occurrences, such as..., catastrophes or major accidents which threaten the welfare, safety or health of residents, personnel or visitors, shall be reported within 24 hours...to the licensing agency and to the local health officer when appropriate. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observations and interviews, the Department was not notified of the relocation of residents, renovations inside the facilty in February 2025, and the passing of relocated resident in June 2025, which poses a potential Health, Safety, or Personal Rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 13, 2026
Plan of correction: Licensee stated they will provide a written incident report of the relocations and renovations, and Death Report for relocated resident by POC due date. Licensee will also submit an Acknowlegement of Understanding of the said deficiency that will be submitted to LPA via email by POC due date.
Feb 3, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jerome Haley conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting the required one year annual inspection. LPA Haley was greeted and granted entry by staff who contacted the Licensee/Administrator (AD) via telephone. AD Fisk arrived a short time later and was present for the remainder of the visit. Administrator (AD) Mark Fisk has a current Administrators certificate that expires January 27, 2026. During the inspection, LPA Haley observed all resident bedrooms. The bedrooms had all the requirements and were in compliance with regulation guidelines. All resident bathrooms were observed. Hot water temperatures were measured in between 107.6 – 109.9 degrees Fahrenheit. No hazardous items were observed in the resident bathrooms. The kitchen was clean and organized. LPA observed a perishable and nonperishable food supply in compliance with regulation guidelines. Knives and sharp objects are kept locked in a drawer near the stove. The stove was operation and all burners, and the warmer were operational. There’s a locked filing cabinet in the kitchen with resident medications and below the locked medications is a supply of nonperishable food items. A fire extinguisher was observed fully charged and mounted on the wall behind the dining table. A Carbon monoxide detector was observed mounted on the wall near the stairs and tested operational. There’s a locked office area, a staff bedroom, and a bathroom on the second level of the facility. The second level of the facility is off limits and inaccessible to residents in care. Staff and client files are locked in the office. Continued on LIC809C There’s a locked laundry room equipped with a washer, dryer, and hazardous cleaning chemicals. The garage is used for storage and remains off limits and inaccessible to residents in care. The backyard was clean and organized. Walkways are free of obstruction. During the tour of the exterior portion of the facility, LPA Haley observed a shaded patio area with a table and chairs. The side exit gate is self-latching. Smoke detectors were observed in all resident rooms, the living room, and hallways. During the inspection all smoke detectors tested operational. The last emergency drill was conducted November 18, 2024, and are conducted quarterly for staff on each shift. During the inspection, 3 resident files were reviewed, 3 resident medications were reviewed, 2 staff files were reviewed, and 2 staff members were interviewed. Deficiencies are being cited for observations made during the inspection, record review, and a Technical Advisory will be issued. An exit interview conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to Licensee/AD Mark Fiskthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 3, 2025
Feb 22, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Saborit-Guasch made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a Required Annual Inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator Mark Fisk were contacted by phone and arrived later to assist with the visit. During the inspection, LPA and administrator conducted a tour of the physical plant and observed the following: The facility is a two-level home with five resident bedrooms and two full bathrooms. There is a second floor with staff dwelling and an administrative office. All resident bedrooms had the required furnishings. LPA observed all beds had linens and blankets and an adequate additional supply is present. The backyard has a shaded sitting area and the route of egress is free of clutter and obstructions. There are currently six residents in care at the facility, three of which are receiving hospice care. Bathrooms faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature tested at approximately 115F degrees. LPA observed emergency disaster plan with means of exiting and emergency phone numbers listed and posted. Food menu was also posted and visible. 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 with up-to-date maintenance. Sharps were observed locked in a drawer in the kitchen. LPA observed cleaning supplies to be stored in a locked cabinet under the kitchen sink. The laundry area is also observed to be secured with a digital lock. The medication central storage was observed to be locked. LPA reviewed six resident files and two staff files. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, no 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 along was provided to a facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 22, 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?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Orange County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
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Arbor View 5
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$5,250 a month to start · Covelight estimate
La Sierra Cottage
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Quality Senior Living at Morena
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Verona Court VIII
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