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Good Mornings Home Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Mission Viejo, California

Licensed since 2022Licence #306006081
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,600 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,550–$6,850
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJanuary 23, 2026CDSS inspection record

Good Mornings Home Care is a small care home in Mission Viejo — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 2022. Dementia care is 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 Good Mornings Home Care

Is Good Mornings Home Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Good Mornings Home Care licensed for?

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

Has Good Mornings Home Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is Good Mornings Home Care still open?

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

What does Good Mornings Home Care cost?

$5,600 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,550–$6,850. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

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

Among 27 other homes of a similar licensed size in Mission Viejo that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $5,500 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 27 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.

A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.

The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.

A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.

Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.

Does Good Mornings Home Care 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 Good Mornings Home Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Providence Mission Hospital is 1.9 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Good Mornings Home Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Good Mornings Home Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “GOOD MORNINGS HOME CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306006081. 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 Good Mornings Home Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 4 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 4 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 January 23, 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 5 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 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. 1 AMBULATORY & 5 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BEDRIDDEN IN BEDROOM 4. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — 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

$5,600a month to start

Likely $4,550–$6,850

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

Likely monthly total

$5,600a month

Likely $4,550–$7,000

With a shared room and basic help.

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

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

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

  • Starting monthly rate$5,600likely $4,550–$6,850

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

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

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

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

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

Likely monthly totalLikely $4,550–$7,000
$5,600
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,300–$10,050
$7,600
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
  • The care level

    Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.

  • What is billed separately

    Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.

  • Move-in costs

    A one-time community fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.

  • Increases

    California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.

  • What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
  • What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
  • What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
  • Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

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

24 homes like this within 2 miles publish starting rates mostly between $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

  • 25735 Cervantes Lane, Mission Viejo, CA 92691Address from the public record · September 13, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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The state record

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

Since 2022, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2022. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated January 23, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
4
Most recent visit
January 23, 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
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2026110202511020241102022110

The last 36 months — 3 of 4 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Jan 23, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On January 23, 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 facility administrators (AD) Cynthia Shoga and Natasha Escobedo about the visit. For this visit, there are two staff members on duty, both of which are background cleared and associated. AD later arrived to assist with the inspection. The PUB475 ‘See Something, Say Something’ poster was observed to be located in the hallway. LPA observed the Administrator's Certificate for Natasha Escobedo, which expires on January 28, 2027. 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 four. LPA toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with AD. For this visit, there are a total of six non-ambulatory residents in care, two of which are on hospice, and none are bedridden. The facility is a single story home. There are a total of seven bedrooms, six of which are private resident bedrooms, and one staff bedroom. LPA toured each bedroom with the AD and observed that bedrooms were provided with furniture in good repair, clean linens, adequate storage space, and free of any hazards. LPA observed the staff room 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 four full 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 108.6 and 108.8 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility met the minimum two-day perishable and seven-day non-perishable food supplies. Sharp items and knives were locked in the kitchen and inaccessible to residents in care. Fire extinguisher was charged, mounted and located in the kitchen. Fire extinguisher was dated and tagged on January 30, 2025. LPA observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan, which is posted in the hallway. LPA observed the facility conducted their last emergency disaster drill on December 29, 2025. Facility had back-up emergency food and water supply, located in the kitchen. LPA observed that the First Aid kit had all the required components. Medications were observed to be locked in a medication cabinet in the dining room, inaccessible to residents in care. Chemicals were observed to be locked underneath the kitchen sink. LPA observed the door leading to the detached one car garage is kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. The garage is used for storage. The laundry room is kept locked and inaccessible for residents. For the exterior portion, LPA observed patio furniture under shading, and the grounds were free of any hazards or obstructions. There is one self-latching gate in the front yard that can be opened in case of an emergency. There is a shed in the backyard which is locked and used for storage. No bodies of water were observed. During this visit, six resident files and two staff files were reviewed. All staff are background cleared and associated with the facility. LPA reviewed residents’ medication and medication records and two resident interviews were conducted. 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 Cynthia Shoga. This report was reviewed with the administrator and a copy was provided at the end of the visit. Appeal Rights were reviewed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 23, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Jan 23, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Saborit-Guasch made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by facility caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator Cynthia Shoga was notified of the visit via telephone and arrived later to assist with the visit. There are currently five residents in care, two of which are receiving hospice care. LPA observed residents relaxing in their respective bedrooms and in the facility's common living areas. LPA accompanied by facility staff toured the physical plant. The facility is a one-story house. There are five privately occupied bedrooms, in addition to a room for use by overnight staff. There are four bathrooms throughout the facility. Bedrooms appeared clean and sanitary. Two bedrooms are equipped with full-length rails, however residents are confirmed to not be receiving hospice care at this time. Type B citation issued. LPA observed all the resident bedrooms have the required furnishings. Bathrooms appear clean and sanitary. Bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and slip mats. Hot water temperature measured within the required range in two separate bathrooms with faucets used for personal grooming. LPA observed the kitchen has a minimum two (2) day perishable and seven (7) day non-perishable food supply. Sharp items are stored in a secure drawer. Mounted fire extinguishers is charged. LPA tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were found to be operational. The centrally stored medication is located in a secure cabinet located in the dining area. Additional storage areas are inaccessible to residents. Cleaning supplies are stored securely in a secure storage locker accessible outside the house as well as under the kitchen sink. CONTINUED ON FORM LIC809-C CONTINUED FROM FORM LIC809 LPA and facility staff toured the outside of the facility. LPA observed an shaded outdoor seating areas with furniture for resident use. The perimeter gate on the side of the property is self-latching and can easily be opened in an evacuation. There are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA reviewed five resident records which included all necessary components. Two residents interviewed during the visit. LPA reviewed resident medication records and prescription orders with no discrepancies observed. There are no bedridden residents present on the premises. LPA reviewed three staff records. At the time of the visit, none of the two staff members present holds a current CPR training as both the administrator and the head caregiver had stepped away from the facility. Type B citation issued. All staff are background cleared and associated to the licensed location accurately. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, two type B deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report were provided to a facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 23, 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.

20241 state visit · 1 document
Feb 21, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Saborit-Guasch made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a Required Annual Inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator Cynthia Shoga was contacted by phone and arrived later to assist with the visit. During the inspection, LPA and administrator conducted a tour of the physical plant and observed the following: The facility is a one-story home with six resident bedrooms, one staff room and four bathrooms. All resident bedrooms had the required furnishings. LPA observed all beds had linens and blankets and an adequate additional supply is present. The backyard has a shaded sitting area and the route of egress is free of clutter and obstructions. There are currently six residents in care at the facility, three of which are receiving hospice care. Bathrooms faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature tested between 110F and 116F degrees. LPA observed emergency disaster plan with means of exiting and emergency phone numbers listed and posted. Food menu was also posted and visible. LPA observed the facility has a 2-day supply of perishables and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food as required by regulations. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. Fire extinguisher was observed to be fully charged with up-to-date maintenance. Sharps were observed locked in a drawer in the kitchen. LPA observed cleaning supplies to be stored in a locked cabinet under the kitchen sink. Additionally the staff room is observed to be locked and a laundry unit accessible from the backyard also locks. The medication central storage was observed to be locked. LPA reviewed six resident files and seven staff files and interviewed 3 staff and 6 residents present. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, no deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. Three advisory notes are being issued. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report along was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 21, 2024

The state marks this report as 4 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

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

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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Before you call

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  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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