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Granny's Place #4
Small home·Licensed for 6·Mission Viejo, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,200 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,250–$6,400
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
- Last state visitJanuary 30, 2026CDSS inspection record
Granny's Place #4 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 2024. Bedridden 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 Granny's Place #4
Is Granny's Place #4 licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Granny's Place #4 licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Granny's Place #4 been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.
Is Granny's Place #4 still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Granny's Place #4 cost?
$5,200 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,250–$6,400. 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.
Does Granny's Place #4 take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Irvine Cottages, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Irvine Cottages, LLC — at least 17 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center is 1.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Granny's Place #4 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.
Granny's Place #4 license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “GRANNY'S PLACE #4”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306006393. 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 Irvine Cottages, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 3 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 3 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 January 30, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- 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. 6 NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 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
$5,200a month to start
Likely $4,250–$6,400
From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,200a month
Likely $4,250–$6,550
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$5,200likely $4,250–$6,400
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 $4,250–$6,550
- $5,200
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,950–$9,650
- $7,200
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, 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 appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. For a resident on SSI/SSP, California’s 2026 standard sends $1,444.07 a month to the home for 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 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 $4,000–$5,900.
- 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
- Mission Viejo Care Cottages 2Mission Viejo · 0.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rainbow CottageMission Viejo · 0.1 mi · Small home$4,300Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Pacifica CottageMission Viejo · 0.2 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Oasis Home for the Elderly IIMission Viejo · 0.4 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Pacific Sun Senior CareMission Viejo · 0.4 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Soleil Senior LivingMission Viejo · 0.4 mi · Small home$4,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Port ViejoMission Viejo · 0.5 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Infinity Home CareMission Viejo · 0.5 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Chapters RCFEMission Viejo · 0.5 mi · Small home$8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Joseph's HomeMission Viejo · 0.6 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Paradise Residential Senior Care 2Lake Forest · 0.6 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Vividus Senior LivingMission Viejo · 0.7 mi · Small home$5,250Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Aegean Hills Senior LivingMission Viejo · 0.7 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Ak and David Senior CareLake Forest · 0.7 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Years Residential CareMission Viejo · 0.8 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Pericles Elderly Care HomeMission Viejo · 0.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Loving Elderly Care HomeLaguna Hills · 0.8 mi · Small home$3,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Jj Assistance Home CareMission Viejo · 0.8 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort and Care for the ElderlyMission Viejo · 0.9 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rainbow Cottage IILaguna Hills · 0.9 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Aaa Laguna Hills Assistance Care HomeLaguna Hills · 0.9 mi · Small home$3,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Adelanto Covenant Care 2Laguna Hills · 1.0 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- A Faithful HomeMission Viejo · 1.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort Cottages #1Laguna Hills · 1.1 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 25665 Sabina Avenue, 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 2024, the state has filed 3 documents for this home, and its records count 3 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated January 30, 2026.
- On file since
- 2024
- State visits
- 3
- Most recent visit
- January 30, 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 — 3 of 3 documents
Jan 30, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On today's date January 30,2026 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) William Vanegas made an unannounced visit for the purposes of conducting an annual required inspection. LPA arrived at the facility and was greeted and granted entry by staff. LPA explained the nature of the visit Assistant Administrator Kimberly Arnett and Administrator Michelle Nesbitt were notified via telephone and joined later to assist with the tour. LPA began a tour of the facility and observed the following. This is a one storied home with seven bedrooms one of which is a care giver room, and six of which are resident rooms. Additionally the facility has four and a half bathrooms two of which are private, two of which are shared, and a half bath for staff and guests. Administrator has a valid Administrator certificate posted on the entry way wall that is set to expire on April 11, 2026. There are six residents at the facility and two are receiving hospice. LPA observed the PUB 475 (see something say something) poster and Long-Term Care Ombudsman poster posted at the entry way of the facility. All required department postings were observed to be posted on the entry way walls. LPA observed kitchen area to be clean and free of any mildew or debris. LPA Vanegas observed there to be an electric stove, refrigerator, microwave, washer, dryer, and dishwasher. All tested operational. LPA Vanegas observed there to be a two day supply of perishable food and a seven day supply of non-perishable food on hand at the facility. LPA Vanegas observed a sufficient amount of emergency food and water at the facility. LPA Vanegas observed resident bathrooms to have all required furnishings such as non-skid floor matts, grab bars, and shower chairs. Bathrooms are free of mildew and debris. Water faucets and toilets tested operational. Hot water temperature tested between 103.2 and 105.4 degrees Fahrenheit. CONTINUED ON LIC809-C LPA Vanegas observed client bedrooms to be clean and free of any hazards. LPA observed rooms to have all required furnishings such as a bed, clean linens in good repair; meaning no strains or tares, chest drawers, a reading lamp, and enough storage space to store personal belongings. LPA observed first aid kit to have all required items such as scissors, tweezers, adhesive tape, bandages, a thermometer, and a first aid manual. LPA observed all fire extinguishers to be fully charged and up to date. LPA observed all smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors to be operational. LPA observed outside of the facility to have an outdoor shaded seating area. LPA Vanegas observed backyard to be clean and free of any hazards or objects blocking the exit routes. The side gates are self latching and unlocked. LPA reviewed six resident files and four staff files. All files had required documents and annual staff training was up to date and documented. LPA Vanegas reviewed medication administration record (MAR) and medications. Per LPA review medications are being administered per physicians orders. Based on observations made during today's inspection no deficiencies will be issued per title 22 division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with AD Kimberly Arnett and a copy of this report was provided to the facility and a copy of this report will be mailed to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 30, 2026
Jan 23, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ruth Martinez is conducting this unannounced visit for the purpose of completing an annual required inspection. LPA arrived at the facility and was greeted and granted entry by staff and LPA explained the nature of the visit. There are six residents at the facility and there are no residents receiving hospice services currently. LPA accompanied by care staff began the tour of the inside and outside of the facility. LPA observed required department postings throughout the facility. Facility stays within the capacity limitations. There is a minimum of one week of non-perishables foods and two days of perishables foods available. There is additional food storage in storage a freezer and a refrigerator in the garage. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected that medication is centrally stored in a safe locked storage closet located in dining room/living room. LPA reviewed medication and observed medication was labeled and stored inaccessible to residents in care. LPA inspected the bathroom and LPA measured the hot water temperature which measured 118.9 Fahrenheit degrees. All bathrooms observed to have a supply of soap, toilet paper and towels. Bathrooms are equipped with required safety measures such as non-skid mats and grab bars. Lighting is sufficient to ensure safety and comfort. LPA observed that toxic chemicals, cleaning solutions and disinfectants are stored locked underneath kitchen sink and locked storage cabinet in the garage. The facility has an available clean supply of linens. LPA inspected residents’ bedrooms which has sufficient lighting to ensure the safety and comfort. All bedrooms observed to be private bedrooms and all bedrooms have all the required components. Storage space is provided for residents in their bedroom. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and found to be operational. LPA toured the outside of the facility and observed outdoor passageways are free of obstructions. LPA observed there are shaded seating areas for residents’ enjoyment. LPA observed that the facility is equipped with solar panels. LPA observed a fire Continued on LIC809-C extinguisher with service date of April 12, 2024, in kitchen and in the hallway lading to the bedrooms. Fire drills are conducted every three months, with the most recent fire drill conducted in December. LPA began review of records. LPA reviewed three resident records. All the required documentation was present and current in the residents’ files reviewed. LPA reviewed four employee records. All employees present have a criminal record clearance and are associated to the facility. LPA observed records reviewed have a current First Aid certificate. Based on the observations 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 the facility representative and a copy of this report was provided to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 23, 2025
Jan 11, 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 for a change of ownership. LPA arrived at the facility and was greeted and granted entry by Compliance Manager (CM) Michelle Nesbitt. An application to operate a Residential Care Facility (RCFE) for (6) capacity, (0) ambulatory, (6) non-ambulatory, and (0) bedridden clients was received by Community Care Licensing (CCL) on 7/18/2023. Structure: The facility is a one-story home with six client resident bedrooms, seven bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room, caregiver room, backyard and attached two car garage. There are two exit gates in the back yard. The backyard has a shaded seating area. Client Bedrooms: All resident bedrooms had the necessary furnishings. LPA observed all resident beds had linens and blankets. LPA observed all windows were screened. Bathrooms: The bathrooms have working plumbing. Hot water measured at 115.3 degrees Fahrenheit, 116.2 degrees Fahrenheit,115.1 degrees Fahrenheit, 109.8 degrees Fahrenheit and 107.4 and 114.3 degrees Fahrenheit. Toxins: LPA observed chemicals, cleaning solutions, laundry toxins and disinfectants are inaccessible to residents and will be stored under the kitchen sink and in the garage. Medications, First-Aid Kit & Files: Medication and first aid kit will be stored in a locked closet near the entryway. Records are digitized and were accessible to LPA during inspection. Fire Extinguisher: LPA observed the fire extinguishers to be fully charged as indicated by the arrow pointing in the green zone. Extinguishers were serviced on 10/4/2023. Fire clearance: Was approved by a fire inspector of Orange County Fire Authority on 8/15/2023. Component III: Information provided about how to operate the facility within compliance and reporting requirements. Activity Materials: The facility has a facility calendar with various outings for residents. Facility also has exercise equipment, music and other electronics, plenty of space to lounge and relax and more. Facility also has a box of activity supplies on site. Linens: A supply of extra linen is stored in the hallway closet. Emergency Phone Numbers, Exit Plan and Menu: Posted and available for review. Food Service: There is 2-day supply of perishable food and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food on hand. Smoke Detectors: Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and observed to be operational. Appliances: Gas stove, oven, refrigerator, dish washer, microwave, washer, and dryer are operational. 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 ADthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 11, 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.
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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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