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Astoria Senior Care Homes at Monarch Bay
Small home·Licensed for 6·Dana Point, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState 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 visitDecember 9, 2025CDSS inspection record
Astoria Senior Care Homes at Monarch Bay is a small care home in Dana Point — 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 2017. 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 Astoria Senior Care Homes at Monarch Bay
Is Astoria Senior Care Homes at Monarch Bay licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Astoria Senior Care Homes at Monarch Bay licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Astoria Senior Care Homes at Monarch Bay been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.
Is Astoria Senior Care Homes at Monarch Bay still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Astoria Senior Care Homes at Monarch Bay 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 9 small homes within 5 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 Astoria Senior Care Homes at Monarch Bay 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 Soco Senior Care Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Providence Mission Hospital - Laguna Beach is 1.2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Astoria Senior Care Homes at Monarch Bay 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.
Astoria Senior Care Homes at Monarch Bay license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “ASTORIA SENIOR CARE HOMES AT MONARCH BAY”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306005360. 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 Soco Senior Care Homes, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2017, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 7 state inspection visits since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is December 9, 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 4 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER; 2 AMBULATORY AND 4 NON-AMBULATORY; HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
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
- 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
$5,350a month to start
Likely $4,400–$6,600
From 9 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
Starting monthly rate$5,350likely $4,400–$6,600
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes within 5 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 9 small homes within 5 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.
9 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,400–$8,200.
- 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 9 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Sunrise GardenLaguna Niguel · 3.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Serenity Health 2Laguna Niguel · 3.0 mi · Small home$8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Vividus Senior LivingLaguna Niguel · 3.4 mi · Small home$5,250Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Niguel Hills Villa IILaguna Niguel · 3.5 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Adelanto Covenant CareLaguna Niguel · 3.6 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Seasons at Laguna - 2Laguna Niguel · 4.2 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Coastal Senior LivingSan Juan Capistrano · 4.2 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Harbor View EstateSan Clemente · 4.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Brandon ManorLaguna Niguel · 4.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 32622 Azores Road, Dana Point, CA 92629Address 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 7 documents for this home, and its records count 7 visits since 2017. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated December 9, 2025.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 7
- Most recent visit
- December 9, 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 2017.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 7 documents
Dec 9, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: POC
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced Plan of Correction (POC) visit to follow up on citations issued on 10/23/2025. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility and explained the reason for the visit. *Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87303(e)(2) pertaining to Water Temperature has been cleared. Water temperature tested within regulatory guidelines during today's visit. Licensee has complied with the POC. *Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87465(c)(2) pertaining to Medication Administration has been cleared. Licensee provided proof of correction. *Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87455(b)(6) pertaining to Acceptance and Limitations has been cleared. Licensee provided proof of correction. Advisory issued on 10/23/2025 has been addressed and LPA observed ample emergency food. Licensee has been advised to maintain compliance in any items previously cited. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 9, 2025
Oct 23, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced visit to Astoria Senior Care at Monarch Beach. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the annual required inspection. LPA was allowed entry into the home and met with House Manager Aries Jugo. Facility is licensed for 4 non-ambulatory residents and 2 ambulatory residents. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for 4 residents and the home currently has 5 residents, with 2 residents on hospice. Administrator Oana Abrudan has an administrator certificate expiring on 01/07/2027. LPA Lyman along with House Manager Aries Jugo toured the facility at 8:43 AM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and the first aid kit. The home consists of 6 resident bedrooms, living room, dining room, and kitchen as well as a staff room/ bathroom and 3 shared bathrooms. 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 between 121.4 degrees F and 123.6 degrees F in all restrooms. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. Auditory exit alarms are operational during today's visit. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. LPA observed sharps as well as cleaning supplies secured in a kitchen cabinet. Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. The garage is locked and has an alarm on the door. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are hardwired and tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguishers were fully charged. Facility has an infection control plan and emergency disaster plan and plans are complete. Facility conducts quarterly emergency drills with the last drill conducted on 10/06/2025. Outside grounds were toured. CONTINUED ON LIC 809C DATED 10/23/2025 LPA observed a fenced pool in the backyard. Pool gate is locked and pool is inaccessible to residents in care. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. There is ample outdoor seating for residents. Exit gate is unlocked and self latching. LPA observed the emergency food and water supply. LPA reviewed five resident files and three staff files. All resident files contained required documentation including admission agreements, physician reports, resident appraisals, and physician orders for bed rails as indicated. Resident 5 (R5) has a primary diagnosis of Bi-Polar Disorder. 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 in the kitchen. R1 has an order for Midrodine HCL 10 mg as needed which is being administered as routine. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, 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 as well as appeal rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2025
Dec 6, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: POC
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Kimberly Lyman and Fred Arias conducted an unannounced Plan of Correction (POC) visit to follow up on citation issued on 11/04/2024. LPAs were greeted and granted entry into the facility and explained the reason for the visit. *Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87303(e)(2) pertaining to Water Temperature has been cleared. Water temperature tested at 110 degrees F in facility restrooms.. Licensee has complied with the POC. Licensee has been advised to maintain compliance in any items previously cited. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 6, 2024
Nov 4, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced visit to Astoria Senior Care at Monarch Beach. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the annual required inspection. LPA was allowed entry into the home and met with Caregiver Jason David. House Manager Aris Jugo arrived during the visit. Facility is licensed for 4 non-ambulatory residents and 2 ambulatory residents. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for 4 residents and the home currently has 5 residents, with 4 residents on hospice. Administrator Oana Abrudan has an administrator certificate expiring on 01/07/2025. LPA Lyman along with Caregiver Jason David toured the facility at 10:50 AM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and the first aid kit. The home consists of 6 resident bedrooms, living room, dining room, and kitchen as well as a staff room/ bathroom and 3 shared bathrooms. 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 between 118.2 degrees F and 123.8 degrees F in all restrooms. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. Auditory exit alarms are operational during today's visit. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. LPA observed kitchen knives locked in a kitchen cabinet as well as cleaning supplies locked under the sink. Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. The garage is locked and has an alarm on the door. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are hardwired and tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguishers were fully charged. LPA reviewed the infection control plan and plan is complete. Facility conducts quarterly emergency drills with the last drill conducted on 10/07/2024. Outside grounds were toured. LPA observed a fenced pool in the backyard. Pool gate is locked and pool is inaccessible to residents in care. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. CONTINUED ON LIC 809C DATED 11/04/2024. There is ample outdoor seating for residents. Exit gate is unlocked and self latching. LPA observed the emergency food and water supply. LPA reviewed five resident files and three staff files. All resident files contained required documentation including admission agreements, physician reports, resident appraisals, and physician orders for bed rails as indicated. 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 in the kitchen. Medications are being administered per physician order. Licensee has been asked to provide an updated LIC 500 (Personnel report), LIC 610 (Emergency Disaster Plan), and LIC 308 (Designation of Facility Responsibility) by 11/18/2024. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, deficiency is being cited per Title 22 Division 6 the California Code of Regulations. This report was discussed with the facility representative and a copy was provided as well as appeal rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 4, 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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