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Coastal Comforts Assisted Living
Small home·Licensed for 6·Carlsbad, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,350 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,400–$6,600
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJuly 7, 2026CDSS inspection record
Coastal Comforts Assisted Living is a small care home in Carlsbad — 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 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
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Quick answers about Coastal Comforts Assisted Living
Is Coastal Comforts Assisted Living licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Coastal Comforts Assisted Living licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Coastal Comforts Assisted Living been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Coastal Comforts Assisted Living still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Coastal Comforts Assisted Living cost?
$5,350 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,400–$6,600. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar 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 13 other homes of a similar licensed size in Carlsbad that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,975 to $6,625 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 13 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 Coastal Comforts Assisted Living 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 Bright Times Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Bright Times Inc. — at least 2 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas is 4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Coastal Comforts Assisted Living keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Coastal Comforts Assisted Living license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “COASTAL COMFORTS ASSISTED LIVING”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #374604814. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Bright Times Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 7, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 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 4 residents
State licensing record · September 27, 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 RESIDENTS, OF WHICH FOUR(4) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN BEDROOMS 1-4. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR (6).
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 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 27, 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 27, 2026
3 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,350a month to start
Likely $4,400–$6,600
From 10 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,350a month
Likely $4,400–$6,750
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Starting monthly rate$5,350likely $4,400–$6,600
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar 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 $4,400–$6,750
- $5,350
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,100–$9,800
- $7,350
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time community fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
- What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
- What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
- What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
- Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 small homes and similar 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 $4,900–$5,800.
- 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
- La Costa Golf RCFECarlsbad · 0.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- La Costa VillasCarlsbad · 0.4 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- North La Costa Assisted LivingCarlsbad · 0.4 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- La Costa Coastal CareCarlsbad · 0.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- La Costa Golden CareCarlsbad · 1.3 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- La Costa Elder CareCarlsbad · 1.4 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Tenenbaum VillaCarlsbad · 1.5 mi · Mid-size home$4,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Family Comfort CareCarlsbad · 2.5 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa AmbrosiaSan Marcos · 2.6 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Carlsbad Comfort CareCarlsbad · 2.6 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 7549 Viejo Castilla Way, Carlsbad, CA 92009Address from the public record · September 27, 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 2024, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 7, 2026.
- On file since
- 2024
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- July 7, 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 — 5 of 5 documents
Jul 7, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arian Golbakhsh conducted an unannounced, required Annual Inspection. The facility file and personnel report was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by, identified themselves to, and discussed the purpose of the visit to Administrator Luka Subotic. The facility's license shows a maximum capacity of six (6) non-ambulatory residents, four (4) of which may be bedridden. Bedridden may only reside in bedrooms #1-4. Additionally the facility is approved for a hospice waiver for six (6). During today’s inspection there were six (6) residents in care with three (3) currently receiving hospice services. LPA and Administrator Subotic toured the interior and exterior of the facility and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Hot water temperature at taps accessible to clients were all compliant: Common bathroom sink adjacent to the kitchen was 110.3F. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present, as well as Personal Protective Equipment. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. The facility contained at least two (2) days of perishable food, and at least seven (7) days non-perishable food, all safely stored. Cooking, dining equipment, and utensils were present. Knives and other similar sharp objects were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. [Continued on LIC 809-C] [Continued from LIC 809] No toxic chemicals or poisons were accessible to clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. No pools or bodies of water exist on the premises. Per Administrator Subotic, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all in working order. Fire extinguishers were serviced within the last 12 months, dated for February 2026. Last staff emergency drill was conducted on 5/29/26 for the topic of fire. First aid kit was complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA interviewed one (1) staff and one (1) client, and interviews did not reveal any licensing or regulatory concerns. LPA reviewed facility records. The files reviewed by LPA contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Subotic to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) were provided. Their signature below confirms receipt of these documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 7, 2026
Jun 5, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nacole Patterson conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by and discussed the purpose of the visit to Licensee Luka Subotic. The facility's license shows a maximum capacity of six (6) non-ambulatory residents, four (4) of whom may be bedridden in rooms 1-4. Hospice waiver for 6. During today’s inspection there were six (6) residents in care. LPA and Licensee toured the interior and exterior of the facility and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present, as well as Personal Protective Equipment. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. The facility contained at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food, all safely stored. Cooking, dining equipment, and utensils were present. No toxic chemicals or poisons were accessible to clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. No pools or bodies of water exist on the premises. Per Licensee Luka Subotic, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all in working order. Fire extinguisher(s) were serviced within the last 12 months. First aid kit(s) were complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA interviewed staff and clients, and reviewed facility records. The files reviewed by LPA contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Luka Subotic, to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 5, 2025
Jul 30, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Post Licensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nacole Patterson made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a post-licensing inspection. LPA was met by Licensee Luka Subotic and granted entry into the facility and discussed the purpose of the visit. A tour of the facility was conducted inside and out. LPA, accompanied by Licensee Luka Subotic, conducted a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to the following: Facility physical plant, food service, care and supervision, medication, record review and facility administration. Administrator Certificate for Luka Subotic expires on 12/24/25. During today's inspection, LPA observed the following: All indoor and outdoor passageways were free from obstructions. No pools or bodies of water were observed. Per Licensee Luka Subotic, there are no firearms or other dangerous weapons in the facility. Poisons and cleaning agents were observed to be inaccessible to clients in care. LPA toured each room in the facility. Rooms designated as client bedrooms had the required furnishings and sufficient lighting available for clients. Licensee provided each client with clean linen in good repair and sufficient hygiene products for personal use. The hot water temperature measured at 105-120 degrees F. The facility had multiple functioning carbon monoxide detectors and multiple smoke detectors. There was an operable fire extinguisher present in the facility. The facility was stocked with a two (2) day supply of perishable and seven (7) day supply of nonperishable food items. Medications were stored in a locked medication cart and were labeled and maintained in compliance with label instructions. Licensee has been approved for liability insurance and is awaiting the physical copy via mail. Licensee will send proof of liability insurance to LPA once the physical copy is received. Based on today's visit, no deficiencies were observed. A copy of this report along with Licensee/Appeal Rights, were provided to Licensee Luka Subotic at the conclusion of the visit; their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 30, 2024
Jul 11, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nacole Patterson conducted an announced Pre-Licensing visit. LPA was met by Applicant Luka Subotic and was granted entry into the facility. The purpose of today's visit was to inspect the facility to ensure that the facility is in compliance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. The fire inspection was completed on 5/2/24 and the facility is approved for 6 non-ambulatory residents, 4 of which may be bedridden in rooms 1-4. The facility has an approved Hospice waiver for 6 residents. During today's visit, LPA toured the facility and inspected all common areas, outside spaces, and a sampling of resident rooms across the facility. The facility was found to be clean, safe, and in good repair with no pathway obstructions. Private and common resident bathrooms were observed to be clean and the toilets and showers were found to be in working order. The facility's water temperature in a sampling of resident bathrooms and kitchen were measured at 117.2 and 118.5 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed locked storage areas where all hazardous and/or toxic chemicals were stored and secured. LPA observed locked storage for resident medications and files. Fire extinguishers were observed throughout the facility and found to be in compliance. A functioning carbon monoxide detector and smoke detectors were observed in the facility. No bodies of water were observed near or on the premises. LPA observed 7-day supply of non-perishable food. Required postings were observed in a common area of the facility. LPA reviewed the applicant's Infection Control Plan and Emergency Disaster Plan. LPA conducted Component III with the applicant. The topics discussed were continuing operation requirements, record keeping/reporting, and physical plant compliance. Pre-licensing is complete, and this facility has no deficiencies. It is recommended that this facility be licensed pending final review and approval. An exit interview was conducted with the Applicant Luka Subotic, whose signature below confirms receipt of a copy of this report and the Licensee Appeal Rights (LIC9058 3/22).the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 11, 2024
Jun 21, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Component II completion: Successful Facility Type: RCFE/ARF Application Type: INITIAL CHOW Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: Name - Luka Subotic CEO/Administrator Interview Method: Telephone interview On June 21, 2024, 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 the 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, Jun 21, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.
The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.
Before you call
Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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