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Fountain Valley Care Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Fountain Valley, California

Licensed since 2022Licence #306006161
  • Care approvals on fileDementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,900 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,050
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJune 16, 2026CDSS inspection record

Fountain Valley Care Home is a small care home in Fountain Valley — 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 2022. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory 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 Fountain Valley Care Home

Is Fountain Valley Care Home licensed?

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

How many residents is Fountain Valley Care Home licensed for?

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

Has Fountain Valley Care Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is Fountain Valley Care Home still open?

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

What does Fountain Valley Care Home cost?

$4,900 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,050–$6,050. 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 9 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 9 other homes of a similar licensed size in Fountain Valley that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,150 to $5,750 a month, and the middle figure is $4,800 (n = 9 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 Fountain Valley Care Home 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 Fountain Valley Care Home, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

UCI Health-Fountain Valley is 1.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Fountain Valley Care Home 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.

Fountain Valley Care Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “FOUNTAIN VALLEY CARE HOME, INC”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306006161. 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 Fountain Valley Care Home, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 5 state inspection visits since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is June 16, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • 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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. FIRE CLEARANCE APPROVED FOR SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORIES. LICENSED IS SUBJECT TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR HOSPICE WAIVER FOR SIX (6) RESIDENTS.

935 - ELDERLY · 983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA · 985 - RCFE / HOSPICE

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

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

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

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

  • 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

$4,900a month to start

Likely $4,050–$6,050

From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,900a month

Likely $4,050–$6,200

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$4,900likely $4,050–$6,050

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 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–$6,200
$4,900
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,700–$9,300
$6,900
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 9 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.

9 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$5,500.

  • 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 9 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 15938 Maidstone St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708Address from the public record · September 13, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.

Since 2022, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2022. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated June 16, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
5
Most recent visit
June 16, 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 2022.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2026110202511020241102022220

The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Jun 16, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Gough made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by staff. LPA met with Administrator (AD) Dulce Argosino and discussed the purpose of the visit. The facility has six residents in care. The facility is a one-story home with five resident bedrooms, one staff room, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, dining room and attached 2 car garage. The facility appears clean, safe and sanitary. LPA and AD toured the facility and observed the kitchen to be clean and free of vermin. LPA observed a two day perishable and seven day non perishable food supply on hand. LPA observed the knives to be in a locked cabinet by the kitchen sink. AD tested the appliances and they were found to be operational. LPA observed the staff room to be located by the kitchen and did not have any items that should be unaccessible to residents. LPA observed the fire extinguisher in the dining room to be charged and with a service date of February 6, 2026. All resident bedrooms had the required components and furnishings. LPA observed a supply of clean linens in the hall cupboards. LPA observed the bathrooms to have toilet paper and non slip mats in the shower. The water was tested to be between 109 and 112.2 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the centrally stored medication to be in a locked cabinet located in the living room and made inaccessible. LPA observed the first aid kit to be complete with all the required components. LPA observed the garage to have extra fridge and freezers for facility food. LPA observed more pantry items to be stored in the garage cabinets for resident use. LPA observed the toxins and chemicals to be in a locked cabinet in the garage and made inaccessible. LPA observed the emergency food and water to be stored in the garage. The backyard had no debris or obstructions and had a shaded seating area. AD tested the carbon monoxide detectors and they were found to be operational. Continue on LIC809C LPA reviewed staff files and observed that the staff training did not specify the topics the training's fell under so LPA was unable to determine if the regulatory topics were covered for the specified amount of time required. LPA reviewed resident files and no discrepancies were observed. LPA reviewed the last fire drill was conducted on June 1, 2026. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster planned that had not been reviewed or updated since 2023 by facility staff. LPA reviewed resident medications and no discrepancies were observed. All staff present are background cleared and associated to the facility. LPA provided Legionnaires’ Disease Fact Sheet at the time of the visit. Based on today’s inspection a technical assistance and a deficiency is being noted per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with LIC 809D and appeal rights were left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 16, 2026

The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20251 state visit · 1 document
May 30, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On May 30, 2025 at 8:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Eboni Bentley conducted an unannounced required 1-Year annual visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. Upon arrival at the facility, LPA Bentley was greeted and granted entry by the administrator, Dulce Argosino and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for six non-ambulatory residents, with a hospice waiver for six. Currently there are six residents, of which two are on hospice during today's visit. Administrator certificate expires on March 23, 2027. At 9:35 AM, LPA Bentley, along with the Administrator toured the facility, checked food service, and the first aid kit. The home consists of 5 resident bedrooms, of which one is shared, 1 staff room, 2 full bathrooms, living room, dining room, and kitchen. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured between 110.6 degrees F. and 114.0 degrees F. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked at time of visit. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. Kitchen was inspected and found clean and sanitary. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. LPA observed sharps locked in a kitchen cabinet. LPA also observed toxin substances to be secured and locked and inaccessible to clients in the garage. Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. LPA toured the outside grounds and there is ample seating with shade and the exit gate is self latching and operational. The backyard has a small garden area. CONTINUE TO LIC 809-C Facility provides activities in the form of outdoor activities such as going on walks and exercises. The residents do puzzles such as sudoku, and reading newspapers, books, and magazines. Residents also enjoy watching sports events, news and game shows.. LPA observed smoke detectors/carbon monoxide in common areas and bedrooms are operational. The facility’s last fire drill was conducted on March 1, 2025. Emergency food and water supply observed in the garage. First aid kit had all the required elements. Two fire extinguishers are fully charged with a service date of February 5, 2025. A working telephone (714-418-0341) remains available, and the facility has a device that can be used for video teleconference purposes. Liability Insurance is effective June 13, 2024 through June 13, 2025. LPA Bentley conducted an audit of six (6) resident files (R1-R6), three (3) staff files (S1-S3), and conducted two (2) staff interviews, and six (6) resident interviews. Residents’ medication was found locked and secure and a review of the Medication and Medication Administration Record (MAR) was conducted. LPA observed four out of six residents, Residents #1, Resident #2, Resident #3, and Resident #4 (R1-R4) with medication not listed on MAR. During tour, LPA observed two medications unsecured in Resident #3’s (R3) chest of drawers. LPA observed two oxygen tanks sitting on floor in hallway closet, without rack. Based on today’s observations, deficiencies are being cited during this visit as per Title 22 Division 6 Chapter 8 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with administrator, Dulce Argosino and a copy of this report LIC809, 809-C, LIC809-D, LIC811, and appeal rights provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 30, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jun 12, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Tea conducted an unannounced visit. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the Annual Required inspection. At around 8:50 AM, LPA Tea was greeted and granted entry into the facility by the administrator, Dulce Argosino and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents, with a hospice waiver for six. Currently there are five residents, of which three are on hospice during today's visit. At 9:02 AM, LPA Tea reviewed five resident files and two staff files. Residents files and staff files contained all required documentation. Administrator certificate expires on March 23, 2025. LPA Tea along with the Administrator toured the facility at 9:42 AM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and the first aid kit. The home consists of 5 resident bedrooms, which one is shared, 1 staff room, 2 full bathrooms, living room, dining room, and kitchen. LPA observed smoke detectors/carbon monoxide in common areas and bedrooms are operational. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured between 107.7 F degrees and 110.4 F degrees. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked at time of visit. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. First aid kit had all the required elements including tweezers, thermometer, and scissors. Kitchen was inspected. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. LPA observed sharps locked in a kitchen cabinet. LPA also observed toxin substances to be secured and locked and inaccessible to clients in the garage. Fire extinguishers are fully charged. The facility’s last fire drill was conducted on June 06, 2024. Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. LPA toured the outside grounds and there is ample seating with shade and the exit gate is self latching and operational. The backyard has a small garden area. Annual continuation on LIC809-C LPA observed emergency food and water supply in the garage. Facility provides activities in the form of outdoor activities such as going on walks and exercises. The residents do puzzles such as sudoku, and reading newspapers, books, and magazines. Residents also enjoy watching sports events. At 10:14 AM LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet. Medications are being administered per physician order. LPA interviewed clients regarding their quality of care and spoke to staff present regarding care provided. Based on the observation made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were noted today in the areas inspected per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was reviewed with administrator, Dulce Argosino and a copy of this report LIC809, 809-C, LIC858, LIC859, was read and provided to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 12, 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

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.

  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. Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?
  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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