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Coast New Horizon
Small home·Licensed for 6·Costa Mesa, California
- Care approvals on fileHospice · BedriddenState 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 visitMarch 26, 2026CDSS inspection record
Coast New Horizon is a small care home in Costa Mesa — 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 2010. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care and dementia 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 Coast New Horizon
Is Coast New Horizon licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Coast New Horizon licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Coast New Horizon been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2010, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.
Is Coast New Horizon still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Coast New Horizon 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 10 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 8 other homes of a similar licensed size in Costa Mesa that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $7,500 a month, and the middle figure is $4,750 (n = 8 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 Coast New Horizon 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 Coast New Horizon, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
College Hospital Costa Mesa is 1.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Coast New Horizon keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 3 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Coast New Horizon license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “COAST NEW HORIZON”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306004128. 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 Coast New Horizon, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2010, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 3 state inspection visits since 2010, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2010, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 3 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2010, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is March 26, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 3 residents
- BedriddenApproved by the state
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 BEDRIDDEN, HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 3
985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 3 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 13, 2026
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 10 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
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 10 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 $4,050–$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.
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 10 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.
10 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,500–$9,000.
- 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 10 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Heyday Senior Living of Costa MesaCosta Mesa · 0.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Alex' Caring HandsCosta Mesa · 0.8 mi · Small home$9,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Jewel Homecare 2Newport Beach · 0.9 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Heart to Heart Care Home for ElderlyCosta Mesa · 1.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Oasis Assisted LivingCosta Mesa · 1.3 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Angela's Residential CareCosta Mesa · 1.3 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Tranquility Senior LivingCosta Mesa · 1.8 mi · Small home$9,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Springwell HavenNewport Beach · 2.1 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Beach Homes IVNewport Beach · 2.2 mi · Small home$9,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Coastside Senior HomeCosta Mesa · 2.4 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 824 Presidio Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Address 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 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits since 2010. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 26, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 3
- Most recent visit
- March 26, 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 2010.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 2 of 3 documents
Mar 26, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On this day Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Fred Arias made an unannounced visit to conduct a required annual visit. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by staff and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for six bedridden residents. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for three residents and the home currently has four residents, with one resident on hospice. Administrator (AD) Mali Fakhouri assisted with the visit. LPA along with AD toured the facility at 1:15 PM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and facility documentation. The home consists of five resident bedrooms, staff room, living room, dining room, and kitchen, four bathrooms and an attached garage. 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 105 degrees F. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards. Auditory exit alarms were operational during today's visit. LPA toured the kitchen and observed sharps locked in the medical closet during today's visit. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. Kitchen appliances were operational during today's visit. Smoke detectors tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguishers were fully charged. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster plan and plan is complete and thorough. Facility conducts quarterly emergency drills with the last drill conducted on 1/19/2026. Outside grounds were toured. Exit gates are unlocked and operational. LPA observed the water supply. First aid kit contained all required items including tweezers, scissors and thermometer. LPA reviewed four resident files and two staff files. LPA reviewed resident and staff files. LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked closet. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no 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.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 26, 2026
The state marks this report as 6 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Feb 20, 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. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Administrator (Admin) Malihe Fakhfouri and explained the reason for the visit. Administrator Fakhfouri had a valid certificate expired on July 3, 2024. LPA reviewed the certificate of completion and all course work were completed on April 30 and May 1, 2024. The facility is a single story structure located in a residential neighborhood. Facility is licensed to operate for six bedridden residents and maintains a hospice waiver for two residents. There are two residents in care and the Admin on duty. There are five resident bedrooms and three resident bathrooms. There is one additional private bedroom and bathroom for the live-in Admin. All common areas were inspected including the the attached two car garage. 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 hot water temperature measured at 106.7, 105.2, and 105.2 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 available. The fireplace was screened. LPA toured the exterior portion of the facility. The outdoor passageway is free of obstruction. The exit gates were self-closing and self-latching. LPA observed sufficient seating and shading. The three fire extinguishers were purchased on February 5, 2025 per the purchase receipt. The auditory devices and dual functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. LPA observed sufficient emergency food/water in the outdoor walk-in pantry room. Emergency evacuation drills are not conducted quarterly with the last drill on August 28, 2024. The first aid kit contains all necessary elements. The facility land line number, (714) 668-5607, was tested and remains available. The liability insurance is valid expiring on October 30, 2025. LPA observed the required 'See Something, Say Something' (PUB 475) posters in the incorrect size of 11" x 16." The following items were addressed: discussed the importance of conducting and maintaining records of the quarterly disaster drills, to complete the current Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610E) updated on (3/19), organize all personnel/resident records, to increase the PUB 475 poster in the size of 20" x 26," and to ensure annual fees in the amount of $495.00 is paid timely due March 17, 2025. Based on the observations made during today's visit, a deficiency is being cited. Advisory Notes (LIC9102s) are also being issued. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Malihe Fakhfouri, and a copy of this report (LIC809/LIC809-C), LIC809-D, LIC9102s, appeal rights, and a copy of the LIC610E were provided at the end of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 20, 2025
The state marks this report as 6 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
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?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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St. Clair Senior Care
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Jasmin's Care Home
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Heyday Senior Living of Costa Mesa
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$4,500 a month to start · Listed by the home
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