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Belford Living
Small home·Licensed for 6·Placentia, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,300 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,350–$6,500
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
- Last state visitFebruary 20, 2026CDSS inspection record
Belford Living 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 2024.
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 Belford Living
Is Belford Living licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Belford Living licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Belford Living been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Belford Living still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Belford Living cost?
$5,300 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,350–$6,500. 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 13 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.
Does Belford Living take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Colorado Cottage LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
UCI Health-Placentia Linda is 1.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Belford Living 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.
Belford Living license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “BELFORD LIVING”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306006321. 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 Colorado Cottage LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 4 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 4 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is February 20, 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 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. APPROVED FOR SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH ONE (1) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM 2. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR SIX (6).
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
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
- 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
$5,300a month to start
Likely $4,350–$6,500
From 13 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,300a month
Likely $4,350–$6,650
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$5,300likely $4,350–$6,500
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 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 $4,350–$6,650
- $5,300
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,050–$9,750
- $7,300
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, 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 appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. For a resident on SSI/SSP, California’s 2026 standard sends $1,444.07 a month to the home for 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 13 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.
13 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,500–$7,600.
- 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 13 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Care Celine 2Placentia · 0.7 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Pageantry CottagePlacentia · 1.3 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom with alcove · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Years-ProspectYorba Linda · 1.5 mi · Small home$8,200Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Nora's Residence of PlacentiaPlacentia · 1.5 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Adelya Senior HomeYorba Linda · 1.6 mi · Small home$4,600Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Beechwood CottageFullerton · 2.0 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Years - Villa GrandeYorba Linda · 2.1 mi · Small home$8,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape Cottage IXYorba Linda · 2.4 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Glenwood CareFullerton · 2.4 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Concordia Guest Home - 3Fullerton · 2.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rolling Hills Guest HomeFullerton · 2.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Versa-Care Home IPlacentia · 2.8 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort Keepers Home CareBrea · 3.0 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 2255 Belford Ave, 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 2023, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated February 20, 2026.
- On file since
- 2023
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- February 20, 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 2024.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents
Feb 20, 2026Facility 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 Katherine Espina and the purpose of the inspection was discussed. Administrator (AD) Macrina Jabonero arrived at approximately 9:20 a.m. During the inspection, LPA and staff 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, 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 listening to music in the living room and resting in their respective bedrooms. Bathrooms were observed to be free of debris and mildew and faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature tested between 116.2- and 119.8- 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. Toxic chemicals, cleaning solutions, and disinfectants were observed to be inaccessible to residents. Medication was observed to be centrally stored and locked. LPA reviewed five resident files and two staff files. LPA interviewed three residents and two staff. 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 was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 20, 2026
Mar 5, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On March 5th, 2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) William Vanegas conducted an unannounced inspection for the purposes of an annual inspection. Upon arrival LPA Vanegas was greeted and granted entry to the facility, and advised the purpose of the inspection. LPA Vanegas set up equipment and began a tour of the facility and observed the following. This is a one storied home with four bedrooms, three bathrooms one of which is a private bathroom and two that are shared bathrooms. There is an attached two car garage as well. LPA Vanegas observed kitchen area to be clean and free of any mildew, debris, or insects. LPA Vanegas observed a stove, dishwasher, microwave, washer, dryer, and a refrigerator that all appeared to be in good repair, and tested operational. LPA Vanegas observed a two day supply of perishable food and a seven day supply of non-perishable food as well as a sufficient amount of emergency water. LPA Vanegas observed resident bathrooms to be clean and free of debris and mildew. Water faucets and toilets tested to be operational, and bathrooms consisted of all the required furnishings such as grab bars, slip resistant floor matts, and a shower chair. Water tested between 106.5 and 109.2 Degrees. LPA Vanegas observed residents bedrooms to be clean and in good repair. LPA Vanegas observed rooms to have all required furnishings such as a chair, reading lamp, chest drawers, enough storage space for personal belongings, a bed, and clean linens in good repair, meaning no strains or tears. LPA Vanegas observed all required postings to be posted on entry way of the facility. LPA Vanegas observed fire extinguishers to be up to date, and fully charged. LPA Vanegas observed all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to be in good repair and operational. CONTINUED ON LIC809C LPA Vanegas observed all toxins, sharps, and medications to be locked away and inaccessible to residents in care. LPA Vanegas reviewed medications with Administrator (AD) Edna Tamondong. Per LPA Vanegas review all medications are being documented correctly, and being administered per physicians orders. LPA Vanegas reviewed four employee files and six resident files. All files (Resident and Staff) have all required documents and annual staff training is up to date. LPA Vanegas observed a first aid kit to have all required equipment such as adhesive tape, bandages, scissors, tweezers, and a thermometer. LPA Vanegas observed outside of the facility to be clean and free of any debris or obstructions along the exit routes. All side doors are self latching and unlocked. There is an outdoor shaded sitting area, and the back yard is large enough to accommodate any outdoor activities upon the request of residents in care. Based on observations made today, no deficiencies will be cited per title 22 chapter 8 division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 5, 2025
Jan 25, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sean Haddad conducted this announced inspection for the purpose of conducting a pre-licensing inspection. LPA met with Applicant (AP) Edna Tamondong, discussed the purpose of the inspection, and toured the facility. Facility is to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly. Application was submitted to Community Care Licensing on 02/21/2023. This is an initial application with no residents in care. During the inspection, LPA and AP observed the following: Structure: this is a one-story home. Facility is a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom, 1 story house with an attached garage that is being used for storage. There is a back yard with a patio cover for the residents. Facility telephone number is (714) 646-9071. Resident Bedrooms: the 4 resident bedrooms are spacious and will easily accommodate the residents’ furnishings. Lamps, chairs, linens, and storage for each resident bedroom inspected. Staff Bedrooms: there are no staff bedrooms. Bathrooms were clean, faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature: tested between 110 and 112.2 F degrees. Linens & Hygiene Supplies: new linens and fully stocked linen closets were observed. Emergency Phone Numbers, Exit Plan, and Menu: reviewed. Food Service: 7 days nonperishable food supply reviewed and AP stated they will obtain 2 days perishable food supply prior to accepting residents. Carbon Monoxide, Smoke Detectors, Fire Extinguisher: inspected. Appliances: stove burners, microwave, washer, and dryer inspected. Knives: observed locked in the kitchen. Toxins: observed locked in the laundry rom. Medication cabinet is locked. First-Aid Kit and Activity Supplies: observed and available. Resident & Staff Files: this is an initial inspection and LPA observed storage space for resident and staff files. Fire clearance was approved by City of Placentia Fire Department on 11/01/23. Backyard: backyard exit gate is operational and unlocked. Backyard has shaded area for outdoor activities and sufficient seating for residents. Component III was completed with AP during today’s inspection. AP will obtain liability insurance once the application is approved. During the inspection, LPA explained the process of this application and about the post licensing inspection once the facility is licensed. AP was informed today that the facility is ready for licensure and final approval will be processed by the CAB supervisor in Sacramento. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was discussed with and provided to AP.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 25, 2024
Dec 1, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: Macrina Jabonero, Administrator & Edna Tamondong, Licensee Interview Method: Teams Meeting On 12/1/2023, 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. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 1, 2023
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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