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Castilla Lane Villa

Small home·Licensed for 6·Mission Viejo, California

Licensed since 2006Licence #306003492
(949) 716-8779From the state roster · September 13, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,950 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,100
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJuly 13, 2026CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderJoyful Home CorporationSince 2006 · 7 licensed homes

Castilla Lane Villa 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 2006. 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 Castilla Lane Villa

Is Castilla Lane Villa licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

How many residents is Castilla Lane Villa licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has Castilla Lane Villa been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Castilla Lane Villa still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.

What does Castilla Lane Villa cost?

$4,950 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,050–$6,100. 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 2 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 Castilla Lane Villa 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 Joyful Home Corporation, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Joyful Home Corporation — at least 7 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center is 2.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Castilla Lane Villa 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.

Castilla Lane Villa license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “CASTILLA LANE VILLA”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306003492. 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 Joyful Home Corporation, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2006, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is July 13, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

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.

935 - ELDERLY

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

$4,950a month to start

Likely $4,050–$6,100

From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,950a month

Likely $4,050–$6,250

With a shared room and basic help.

An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$4,950likely $4,050–$6,100

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes within 2 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

    Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $4,050–$6,250
$4,950
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,750–$9,350
$6,950
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
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 2 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 2 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$5,700.

  • 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

Where it is

  • 24272 Castilla Lane, 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 2021, the state has filed 7 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2006. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 13, 2026.

On file since
2021
State visits
6
Most recent visit
July 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 2006.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261102025220202411020221102021220

The last 36 months — 4 of 7 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20261 state visit · 1 document
Jul 13, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessica Cho arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of conducting the Required 1-Year annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver Ruby Guevarra after stating the reason for the visit. Administrators (Admin) Emmanuel and Sherry Dizon arrived on premise shortly after. The administrator's certificate for Admin Sherry Joyce Dizon expires November 26, 2027 and September 15, 2027 for Emmanuel Dizon. The following was observed during the inspection: This is a single story property located in a residential neighborhood. Facility operates within the conditions and limitations specified on the license. LPA observed five residents in care of which one resident is receiving hospice service. LPA observed two caregivers on duty and verified fingerprint clearance and association statuses. All common areas were inspected including the attached two car garage. LPA observed six resident bedrooms/bathrooms and one private staff bedroom occupied by four staff. LPA observed the residents' bedrooms were appropriately furnished, beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and sufficient storage space for each residents' personal belongings were observed. Bathrooms were found to be in compliance, clean, sanitary, and in good repair. The hot water temperature in the resident bathrooms measured at 112.1, 111.7, 111.2, 110.6, 110.1, and 108.8 degrees Fahrenheit. Toxins, disinfectants, sharps, and medications were secured and inaccessible. LPA observed sufficient two-day supply of perishables and seven-day supply of non-perishable food. LPA toured the exterior portion of the facility. LPA observed the outdoor passageway is free of obstruction. The exit gates were operational and there were sufficient seating and shading. The fire extinguishers are mounted, charged, and serviced on May 7, 2026. The auditory devices and dual functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. LPA observed the emergency food/water and supplies centrally stored in the garage. Emergency drills were conducted quarterly on May 5, 2026. LPA observed the required 'See Something, Say Something' (PUB475) poster in the correct size in the entry way. LPA reviewed five residents' files, and two personnel files in which no discrepancies were found. Medications were audited for two out of six residents. No discrepancies found. Based on observations, no deficiency is being cited. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Sherry Dizon, and a copy of this report was provided at the end of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 13, 2026
20252 state visits · 2 documents
Nov 6, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: POC

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessica Cho made an unannounced Plan of Correction (POC) visit to follow up on the deficiencies issued during the annual inspection conducted on September 17, 2025 from 1:30pm-5:00pm. LPA was greeted and granted entry Caregiver Sixto Pasqua. LPA spoke to Administrator Sherry Dizon by telephone and explained the purpose of the visit and authorized staff to sign the report on their behalf. Regarding, 1569.695(c), Health and Safety code indicates that "a facility shall conduct a drill at least quarterly for each shift... taking into account different emergency scenarios." Emergency drill was conducted on September 26, 2025 per today's review of the disaster log. Regarding, 87303(a), regulation indicates facility is "clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair at all times." LPA observed a presence of mold in the grout and a small hole above the shower in one out of the six resident bathrooms inspected during the annual inspection. On today's date, LPA observed the hole was patched and the shower and grout appeared clean and free of mold for all bathrooms. Facility has complied with the terms of the POC. An exit interview was conducted with Caregiver Jordan Frias, and a copy of this report including the Letter of Deficiency Citations Cleared were provided at the end of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 6, 2025
Sep 17, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessica Cho arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of conducting the Required 1-Year annual evaluation using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver Jordan Frias after stating the reason for the visit. Administrator (Admin) Sherry Dizon arrived on premise shortly after. The administrator's certificate for Admin Sherry Joyce Dizon expires on November 26, 2025. LPA also verified completion of course work for Administrator Emmanuel Dizon. The following was observed during the inspection: This is a single story property located in a residential neighborhood. Facility operates within the conditions and limitations specified on the license. LPA observed six residents in care with three residents receiving hospice service. LPA observed two caregivers on duty and verified fingerprint clearance and association statuses. All common areas were inspected including the attached two car garage. LPA observed six resident bedrooms, six resident bathrooms, and one private staff bedroom occupied by four staff. LPA observed the residents' bedrooms were appropriately furnished, beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and sufficient storage space for each residents' personal belongings were observed. No bathrooms were found to be in compliance, clean. and/or in good repair as all bathrooms require a deep cleaning mainly in the shared bathroom between the bedrooms of Resident #5 (R5) and Resident #6 (R6) evidenced by a hole and water stain on the ceiling above the shower as well as mold and pink stains in the grout. The hot water temperature measured at 108.1, 107.4, 107.2, 106.8, 109.4, and 110.8 degrees Fahrenheit in the resident bathrooms. Toxins, disinfectants, sharps, and medications were secured and inaccessible. LPA observed sufficient two-day supply of perishables and seven-day supply of non-perishable food. LPA toured the exterior portion of the facility. LPA observed the outdoor passageway is free of obstruction. The exit gates were operational and there were sufficient seating and shading. The fire extinguishers were mounted, charged, and serviced on April 15, 2025. The auditory devices and dual functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. LPA observed the emergency food/water and supplies centrally stored in the garage. Emergency drills were not conducted quarterly. The drill was conducted once this year on August 6, 2026. LPA observed the required 'See Something, Say Something' (PUB475) poster posted in the correct size in the entry way. LPA interviewed residents. No staff were interviewed due to insufficient time. LPA reviewed six residents' files, and two personnel files in which no discrepancies were found. Medications were audited for two out of six residents. No discrepancies found with the administration of medications, however the documentation of the medications were not completed timely. LPA consulted the following: to ensure that the facility is clean, sanitary, and in good repair at all times, to ensure medications administered are documented timely, to review the emergency disaster plan annually, and to conduct emergency drills accounting various scenarios on a quarterly basis. Based on the observations made during today's visit, deficiencies are being cited, and Advisory Notes (LIC9102s) are being issued. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Sherry Dizon, and a copy of this report including the Confidential Name (LIC811) and the appeal rights were provided at exit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 17, 2025

The state marks this report as 6 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20241 state visit · 1 document
Jul 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessica Cho arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of conducting the Required 1-Year annual inspection using the CARE Tool. LPA met with Licensee/Administrator Emmanuel Dizon and Administrator Sherry Dizon and explained the reason for the visit. The facility is a single story structure located in a residential neighborhood. Facility is licensed to operate for six (6) non-ambulatory and maintains a hospice waiver for six (6). There are five residents in care with one in hospice and two live-in caregivers on duty during today's visit. LPA observed the facility to be clean and sanitary. There are six resident bedrooms and bathrooms. There is an additional private bedroom for the staff occupied by two individuals. All common areas were inspected including the attached two car garage which doubled as a laundry room. The residents' bedrooms were appropriately furnished. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, sufficient storage space for each residents' personal belongings were observed. Bathrooms were found to be in compliance, clean, and operational. The water temperature measured at 107.7, 116.6, 110.8, 106.3, and 106.5 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the indoor temperature was within a comfortable range. Toxins, disinfectants, sharps, and medications were secured and inaccessible. LPA observed sufficient two-day supply of perishables and seven-day supply of non-perishable food available. LPA toured the exterior portion of the facility. LPA observed the outdoor passageway free of obstructions. The exit gates were self-closing and self-latching. LPA observed sufficient seating and shading. Facility maintains two fire extinguishers. Both were mounted, charged, and serviced on April 23, 2024. The auditory devices and smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. LPA observed the emergency disaster supplies including food/water in the garage. Emergency evacuation drills are being conducted quarterly, however facility is not maintaining a log. The first aid kit contains all necessary elements. LPA observed the required 'See Something, Say Something' (PUB475) poster in the correct size posted in the entry way. The Administrator's Certificate for Emmanuel Dizon expires on September 16, 2025 and May 4, 2025 for Administrator Eric Goldstein. LPA conducted an audit of five residents' files and two personnel files. No discrepancies were noted. Resident interviews were conducted. Staff interviews were not conducted due to staff assisting residents at the time of the interview. Medications were audited for five residents. No discrepancies noted. Based on the observations made during today's visit, no deficiency is being cited. An Advisory Note is being issued. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee/Administrator Emmanuel Dizon and Administrator Sherry Dizon, and a copy of this report was provided at the end of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 23, 2024

The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 2. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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Who holds the licence

Joyful Home Corporation, licensed since 2006, operates 7 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

Life here

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Rooms & the spaces they will use

  • Shared / companion rooms

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Pets, routines & independence

  • Residents may bring a petReported no

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

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