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Devonshire Cottage

Small home·Licensed for 6·Lake Forest, California

Licensed since 2024Licence #306006468
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,250 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,300–$6,500
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitMay 22, 2026CDSS inspection record

Devonshire Cottage is a small care home in Lake Forest — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 2024.

Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.

Quick answers and the state record

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Devonshire Cottage

Is Devonshire Cottage licensed?

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

How many residents is Devonshire Cottage licensed for?

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

Has Devonshire Cottage been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is Devonshire Cottage still open?

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

What does Devonshire Cottage cost?

$5,250 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,300–$6,500. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 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 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Lake Forest that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,950 to $5,250 a month, and the middle figure is $4,200 (n = 5 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 Devonshire Cottage 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 Devonshire Cottage, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center is 0.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Devonshire Cottage 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.

Devonshire Cottage license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “DEVONSHIRE COTTAGE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306006468. 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 Devonshire Cottage, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is May 22, 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 careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident

State licensing record · September 13, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS OF WHICH ONE (1) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #2. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR SIX (6).

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

3 more questions to ask the home
  • Two-person transfers or a lift

    Not on file

    Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”

  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”

  • Medicines

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,250a month to start

Likely $4,300–$6,500

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

Likely monthly total

$5,250a month

Likely $4,300–$6,650

With a shared room and basic help.

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

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$5,250likely $4,300–$6,500

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 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 $4,300–$6,650
$5,250
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,000–$9,700
$7,250
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 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.

24 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,950–$6,000.

  • 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 24 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 23416 Devonshire Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630Address 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 2024, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated May 22, 2026.

On file since
2024
State visits
4
Most recent visit
May 22, 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
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202611020251102024220

The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
May 22, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On May 22, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Garlli Tat conducted an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of a required annual inspection. LPA explained the purpose for the visit and was greeted and granted entry by staff on duty. During the visit, staff on duty contacted the administrator-in-training Kristine Cedeno about the visit. Administrator Anna Aldiano was notified via telephone and provided verbal agreement that Kristine can sign the report on her behalf. For this visit, there are two staff members on duty, both of which are background cleared and associated. The PUB475 ‘See Something, Say Something’ poster was observed to be located near the front entrance. LPA observed that Anna Aldiano has renewed her Administrator certificate on May 21, 2026. The facility is a Residential Care facility for the Elderly (RCFE) licensed for six residents, five of which may be non-ambulatory, one of which may be bedridden, and a hospice waiver for six. LPA toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with Kristine. For this visit, there are a total of three non-ambulatory and two ambulatory residents in care, none of which are on hospice, and none are bedridden. The facility is a two story home. There are a total of five bedrooms, four of which are private resident bedrooms and one is a shared bedroom. LPA toured each bedroom with staff and observed that bedrooms were provided with furniture in good repair, clean linens, adequate storage space, and free of any hazards. LPA observed the second story is kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as well as auditory exit alarms were tested and operational. There are a total of three and a half bathrooms. Continued on LIC 809-C. Bathrooms were observed to be in good repair, toilets and faucets were operational and showers were equipped with grab bars and non-skid floor mats. Water temperature in the bathrooms were measured to be between 115.8 and 117.3 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility met the minimum two-day perishable and seven-day non-perishable food supplies. Sharp items and knives were locked in a kitchen cabinet, inaccessible to residents in care. Fire extinguisher was charged, mounted and located in the kitchen. Fire extinguisher was dated and tagged on August 21, 2025. LPA observed all the required postings in the hallway. LPA observed the facility conducted their last emergency disaster drill on March 11, 2026. Facility had back-up emergency food and water supply, located in the garage. LPA observed that the First Aid kit had all the required components. Medications were observed to be locked in a storage room, inaccessible to residents in care. Chemicals were observed to be locked in the garage and underneath the kitchen sink. LPA observed the door leading to the attached two car garage is kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. The garage is used for storage and laundry. For the exterior portion, LPA observed patio furniture under shading, and the grounds were free of any hazards or obstructions. There are two exit gates in the backyard that can be opened in case of an emergency. No bodies of water were observed. During this visit, five resident files and three staff files were reviewed. All staff are background cleared and associated with the facility. LPA reviewed residents’ medication and medication records and one resident interview was conducted. The facility has valid liability insurance that expires on June 7, 2026. Based on today's observations, there are deficiencies being cited per Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with authorized representative. This report was reviewed and a copy was provided at the end of the visit. Appeal Rights were reviewed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 22, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
May 23, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On May 23, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brandon Lopez made an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of conducting the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by care giving staff after explaining the purpose for the visit. Administrator (AD) Marebith Nery was notified via telephone and later arrived to assist with the inspection. LPA observed that Marebith Nery has a valid Administrator certificate which expires on July 22, 2025. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) licensed for six non-ambulatory residents, of which one can be bedridden, and has a hospice waiver for six. The facility is a two story home with five resident bedrooms, four resident bathrooms, a living room, a dining room, a kitchen, a staff office, and an attached two car garage. LPA, accompanied by the AD conducted a tour of the interior portion of the facility. On today's visit, LPA observed four residents in care and three staff present. LPA observed residents relaxing in their respective bedrooms and eating breakfast in the dining room. LPA observed the See Something, Say Something poster (PUB 475) mounted on the wall by the resident hallway. LPA inspected the five resident bedrooms and they were observed to be free of hazards. LPA observed residents bedrooms to have the required furnishings of a bed, a chair, a chest of drawers, and a lamp. LPA observed resident beds had clean linens and blankets. LPA observed additional linens to be stored in a hallway cabinet. LPA inspected the four resident bathrooms and observed them to be free of hazards. Resident bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-skid floors. Faucets and toilets were operational. Hot water temperature measured between 112.4 to 117.3 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the second story of the home to have a staff office. LPA observed the staff office to be off limits to residents in care. CONTINUED ON 809-C LPA observed the kitchen has a two day perishable and a seven day nonperishable food supply on hand. LPA observed kitchen appliances to be clean and operational. The five burner gas stove lights unassisted. LPA observed kitchen knives and sharps to be stored in a locked kitchen cabinet. LPA observed fire extinguishers to be mounted in the kitchen, in the resident hallway, in the garage, and by the entryway of the facility. LPA observed fire extinguishers to be charged and up to date on service. LPA tested the wired smoke detectors/carbon monoxide detectors which tested operational. LPA observed the centrally stored medication to be kept in a locked closet by the entryway of the facility. LPA observed the facility has a First Aid Kit stored in the locked closet and it has all the required components. LPA observed the door leading to the attached two car garage to be kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. LPA observed the garage to be used for storage and laundry. LPA observed the facility has a three day emergency food and water supply stored in the garage. LPA, accompanied by the AD, conducted a tour of the exterior portion of the facility. The exterior portion was observed to be free of hazards and obstructions. LPA observed a shaded outdoor seating area with furniture for resident use. LPA observed the perimeter gates on the north side and south side of the facility to be self latching and can be opened in an evacuation. There are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA reviewed all four resident files. LPA observed the facility did not have a Medical Assessment on file for Resident #2 (R2) and Resident #4 (R4). LPA observed the facility did not have a Pre-admission appraisal on file any of the four residents. LPA reviewed residents' medication and medication records. LPA observed the facility did not have a valid prescription for seven supplements/vitamins for Resident #3 (R3). LPA reviewed six staff files. LPA observed that zero out of three staff that were present at time of visit, did not have a valid CPR card on file. All staff are background cleared and associated to the facility. Based on the observations made during today's visit, deficiencies are being cited on the attached 809-Ds. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Marebith Nery. A copy of the report and Appeal Rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 23, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Apr 25, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dwayne Mason Jr. made an announced inspection to the facility for purpose of conducting a pre-licensing inspection. LPA arrived and was greeted and granted entry by Administrator Anna Aldiano. An application to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) for (6) capacity, (0) ambulatory, (5) non-ambulatory, and (1) bedridden residents was received by Community Care Licensing (CCL) on 12/8/2023. The facility is a one-story home with five resident bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, living room, den, dining room, kitchen, covered patio, backyard and 2-car garage. There is a staircase that leads to an office upstairs, however only the first floor is seeking license. There is a locked door preventing resident access to the second floor. Client Bedrooms have all the necessary requirements including bed, chair, storage for clothing and ample lighting. LPA observed all windows were screened. All bathrooms have working plumbing and designated hand washing posters. Hot water measured at 120, 118.6, 118.4 and 118.8 degrees Fahrenheit in the resident bathrooms.. LPA observed the fire extinguishers to be fully charged as indicated by the arrow pointing in the green zones on their meters. LPA observed tags indicating the extinguishers were filled/charged in 2024. Medication and First-Aid Kit will be locked in a closet near the entryway. Resident & Staff Files will be locked in drawers in the dining area. The fire clearance was approved by a fire inspector of Orange County Fire Authority on 2/13/2024. LPA observed chemicals, cleaning solutions, laundry toxins and disinfectants are inaccessible to residents and are stored and locked in the garage. A supply of extra linens is stored in a cupboard in the hallway. A supply of extra hygiene supplies is stored in the garage. Emergency Phone Numbers and Exit Plan are all posted and available for review. LPA observed other necessary postings in the hallway. LPA observed an activity calendar and menu. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors are stationed throughout the home and are wired together. Both types of detectors were tested and noted as operational. Resident bedroom doors are equipped with alarms to notify staff if a resident goes outside. Facility also has pendant alert system. Operational appliances include a gas stove, oven, two refrigerators, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine and dryer. LPA reviewed and provided Administrator with the Component III presentation to offer information and resources regarding maintaining facility compliance. The designated AD was notified that the final application approval will be issued by the Centralized Applications Bureau in Sacramento. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to designated AD.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 25, 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.

Mar 21, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: Aldiano, Anna - Applicant/Administrator Interview Method: Virtual interview (Skype, Go To Meeting, etc) On 03/21/2024, 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 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, Mar 21, 2024
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

CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗

An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents and the questions below stand in their place.

Life here

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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.

  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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