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California Lifestyles IV
Small home·Licensed for 6·San Clemente, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,850 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,000–$6,000
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitApril 9, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderCalifornia Lifestyles, LLCSince 2011 · 3 licensed homes
California Lifestyles IV is a small care home in San Clemente — 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 California Lifestyles IV
Is California Lifestyles IV licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is California Lifestyles IV licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has California Lifestyles IV been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2011, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is California Lifestyles IV still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does California Lifestyles IV cost?
$4,850 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,000–$6,000. 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 15 small homes within 10 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 California Lifestyles IV 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 California Lifestyles, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to California Lifestyles, LLC — at least 3 on the state roster.
Can California Lifestyles IV 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.
California Lifestyles IV license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “CALIFORNIA LIFESTYLES IV”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306004272. 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 California Lifestyles, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2011, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 5 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 5 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 April 9, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- 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 6.
985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 13, 2026
4 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation not on file
Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,850a month to start
Likely $4,000–$6,000
From 15 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,850a month
Likely $4,000–$6,150
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$4,850likely $4,000–$6,000
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 15 small homes within 10 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 $4,000–$6,150
- $4,850
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,650–$9,250
- $6,850
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 15 small homes within 10 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.
15 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,250–$6,250.
- 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 15 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Harbor View EstateSan Clemente · 1.1 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Coastal Senior LivingSan Juan Capistrano · 1.2 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Talega TerraceSan Clemente · 3.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Vividus Senior LivingLaguna Niguel · 6.0 mi · Small home$5,250Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Niguel Hills Villa IILaguna Niguel · 6.1 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Adelanto Covenant CareLaguna Niguel · 6.3 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Seasons at Laguna - 2Laguna Niguel · 6.5 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sunrise GardenLaguna Niguel · 6.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Brandon ManorLaguna Niguel · 7.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Serenity Health 2Laguna Niguel · 7.1 mi · Small home$8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Kathryn Jane Residential Care FacilityMission Viejo · 8.1 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Tlc Elderly Residence 1Laguna Hills · 8.3 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Hearts Elderly CareMission Viejo · 9.0 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Aspen VillaMission Viejo · 9.1 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort Cottages #1Laguna Hills · 9.9 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 715 Calle Amable, San Clemente, CA 92673Address 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 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2011. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 9, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- April 9, 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 2011.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 4 of 5 documents
Apr 9, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced visit to California Lifestyles IV. The purpose of today’s visit was to continue the Annual Required inspection. LPA was allowed entry into the home and explained the reason for the visit. During the visit, LPA reviewed staff training and medication administration. LPA observed required training for three staff. Three out of three staff files reviewed are missing 2 hours of training. Licensee to conduct training for remaining 2 hours. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet and appear to be administered per physician order. Licensee to forward LIC 308 designating a back up administrator by April 23, 2026. Based on the observations made during today's visit, NO deficiencies are being cited. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was given at time of visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 9, 2026
Apr 1, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced visit to California Lifestyles IV. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the Annual Required inspection. LPA was allowed entry into the home and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for 6 residents and the facility currently has 4 residents. There is 1 resident on hospice during today's visit. Administrator/ Licensee Roy Moeller arrived during the visit. LPA Lyman along with Caregiver Gapasin toured the facility at 1:48 PM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, reviewed records and the first aid kit. Facility appears to be clean, safe, and sanitary. The home consists of six resident bedrooms, four resident bathrooms, one staff room, one shared hall bathroom, living room, dining room, and kitchen. 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 106.8 and 112.4 degrees F in all facility bathrooms. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked at time of visit. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. First aid kit had all the required elements including tweezers, thermometer, and scissors. During today's visit, auditory door alarms are operational. The entry door into the garage is secured. LPA observed a locked storage area for cleaning supplies under the kitchen sink. Kitchen was inspected. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. LPA observed sharps locked in a kitchen drawer. Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguishers are fully charged. Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. LPA toured the outside grounds and there is ample shaded seating for residents. Exit gates are unlocked and self latching. LPA observed ample emergency food and water supply. Facility provides activities in the form of games and exercise. LPA reviewed four resident files and three staff files. Resident files contained required documents including admission agreements, current physician reports and resident appraisals. Staff files reviewed contained required documentation such as health screen/TB, and criminal record clearance. All staff reviewed have CPR training. LPA to return at a later date to review medications and staff training. Licensee to forward a copy of liability insurance and updated LIC 500 to LPA by close of business 04/03/2026. Based on the observations made during today's visit, no deficiencies are being cited. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was given at time of visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 1, 2026
Apr 14, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced visit to California Lifestyles IV. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the Annual Required inspection. LPA was allowed entry into the home and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for 6 residents and the home currently has 5 residents. There are 3 residents on hospice during today's visit. Administrator/ Licensee Roy Moeller arrived during the visit. LPA Lyman along with Administrator Moeller toured the facility at 8:05 AM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, reviewed records and the first aid kit. Facility appears to be clean, safe, and sanitary. The home consists of six resident bedrooms, four resident bathrooms, one staff room, one shared hall bathroom, living room, dining room, and kitchen. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. LPA observed one resident with half bed rails and two with full rails. 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 108.9 and 114 degrees F in all facility bathrooms. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked at time of visit. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. First aid kit had all the required elements including tweezers, thermometer, and scissors. During today's visit, auditory door alarms are operational. The entry door into the garage is secured. LPA observed a locked storage area for cleaning supplies under the kitchen sink. Kitchen was inspected. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. LPA observed sharps locked in a kitchen drawer. Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors are hardwired and tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguishers are fully charged. Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. LPA toured the outside grounds and there is ample shaded seating for residents. Exit gates are unlocked and self latching. CONT ON LIC 9099C DATED 04/14/2025 LPA observed ample emergency food and water supply. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster plan during the visit. Plan is thorough and complete. Facility provided documentation of last fire drill conducted on 01/22/2025. Facility provides activities in the form of games and exercise. At 9:30 AM, LPA reviewed five resident files and three staff files. Resident files contained required documents including admission agreements, current physician reports and resident appraisals. Staff files reviewed contained required documentation of annual training, health screen/TB, and criminal record clearance. At 10:00 AM, LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet and are audited monthly by staff. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, deficiency is being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was discussed with the facility representative and a copy of this report along with appeal rights were left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 14, 2025
Apr 12, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced visit to California Lifestyles IV. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the Annual Required inspection. LPA was allowed entry into the home and met with Administrator Roy Moeller. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for 2 residents and the home currently has 6 residents. There are 2 residents on hospice during today's visit. LPA Lyman along with Administrator Moeller toured the facility at 8:45 AM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and the first aid kit. Facility appears to be clean, safe, and sanitary. The home consists of six resident bedrooms, four resident bathrooms, one staff room, one shared hall bathroom, living room, dining room, and kitchen. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. LPA observed three residents with a half bed rails. 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 104.7 and 109 degrees F in all facility bathrooms. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked at time of visit. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. First aid kit had all the required elements including tweezers, thermometer, and scissors. During today's visit, auditory door alarms are operational. The entry door into the garage is secured. LPA observed a locked storage area for cleaning supplies under the kitchen sink. Kitchen was inspected. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. LPA observed sharps locked in a kitchen drawer. Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors are hardwired and tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguishers are fully charged. Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. LPA toured the outside grounds and there is ample shaded seating for residents. Exit gates are unlocked. LPA observed ample emergency food and water supply. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster plan during the visit. Plan is thorough and complete. Facility provided documentation of last fire drill conducted on 01/18/2024. Facility provides activities in the form of games and exercise. CONT ON LIC 9099C DATED 04/12/2024. At 9:30 AM, LPA reviewed six resident files and two staff files. Resident files contained required documents including admission agreements, current physician reports and resident appraisals. Staff files reviewed contained required documentation of annual training, health screen/TB, and criminal record clearance. At 10:15 AM, LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet and are audited monthly by staff. Medications are being administered per physician order. Based on the observations made during today's visit, no deficiencies are being cited. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was given at time of visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 12, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
California Lifestyles, LLC, licensed since 2011, operates 3 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- California Lifestyles II · San Clemente
- California Lifestyles · San Clemente
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.
California Lifestyles II
San Clemente · Small home · 0.4 mi away
$4,900 a month to start · Covelight estimate
California Lifestyles
San Clemente · Small home · 0.4 mi away
$5,100 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Tessa's Place 4
San Clemente · Small home · 0.6 mi away
$5,350 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Seaview Care Home II
San Clemente · Small home · 0.6 mi away
$4,850 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Camino Hills of San Clemente
San Clemente · Small home · 0.7 mi away
$4,950 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Camino Hills Care Home 2
San Clemente · Small home · 0.7 mi away
$4,750 a month to start · Covelight estimate