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Happy Family Guest Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Garden Grove, California

Licensed since 2024Licence #306006549
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,700 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,850–$5,800
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitNovember 20, 2025CDSS inspection record

Happy Family Guest Home is a small care home in Garden Grove — 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 Happy Family Guest Home

Is Happy Family Guest Home licensed?

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

How many residents is Happy Family Guest Home licensed for?

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

Has Happy Family Guest Home 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 Happy Family Guest Home still open?

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

What does Happy Family Guest Home cost?

$4,700 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,850–$5,800. 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 11 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

Among 188 other homes of a similar licensed size across Orange County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 188 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 Happy Family Guest 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 V&S Residential Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Kindred Hospital Westminster is 2.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Happy Family Guest Home keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Happy Family Guest Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “HAPPY FAMILY GUEST HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306006549. 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 V&S Residential Inc., 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 November 20, 2025, 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 by the state
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 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. APPROVED FIRE CLEARANCE FOR SIX(6) OF WHICH, FOUR(4) MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY AND ONE(1) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BEDRIDDEN CLEARED IN BEDROOM #2. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR (2).

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — 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

$4,700a month to start

Likely $3,850–$5,800

From 11 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,700a month

Likely $3,850–$6,000

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
  • Starting monthly rate$4,700likely $3,850–$5,800

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 11 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

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

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

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

Likely monthly totalLikely $3,850–$6,000
$4,700
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,500–$9,100
$6,700
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 11 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

11 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$4,700.

  • 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 11 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 12041 Gilbert St, Garden Grove, CA 92841Address 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 November 20, 2025.

On file since
2024
State visits
3
Most recent visit
November 20, 2025

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
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20251102024220

The last 36 months — 3 of 3 documents

20251 state visit · 1 document
Nov 20, 2025Facility 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 8:00 AM, LPA Tea was greeted and granted entry into the facility by Administrator (AD) Ida Marie Valencia and explained the reason for the visit. Administrator (AD) Victoria Valencia arrived shortly to assist with the visit. Facility is licensed for six, four may be non-ambulatory and one may be bedridden in Bedroom #2, with a hospice waiver for two. Currently there are four residents, of which there are none on hospice during today's visit. LPA Tea reviewed four resident files and two staff files. Resident files and staff files contained all the required documentation. AD Ida Valencia’s administrator certificate expires on March 5, 2027. AD Victoria Valencia’s administrator certificate expires on October 31, 2027. LPA Tea along with AD Ida Valencia toured the facility. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and the first aid kit. The facility is a one-story home with four resident bedrooms, two half bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining area, enclosed front yard, back yard and an attached car garage. There is an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) where Administrator Valencia lives in. 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. The water temperature measured between 110.3 F to 114.9 Fahrenheit degrees. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked at time of visit. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, and doorways were free of obstructions. First aid kit had all the required elements including dressing, bandages, tweezers, thermometer, and scissors. Kitchen was inspected. (Annual inspection continued on LIC809-C) Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. Perishable and non-perishable food supply were checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. LPA observed sharps locked and secured in a kitchen drawer. LPA also observed toxin substances to be secured and locked and inaccessible to clients underneath the kitchen sick and in the garage where residents have no access to. The fire extinguisher in the hallway is fully charged with a service date of July 11, 2025. The facility’s last disaster drill was conducted on October 25, 2025. LPA toured the outside grounds and there is ample seating with shade in the front yard and back yard. There are gates on both sides of the facility that are self-latching and operational. LPA observed emergency supplies, food and water in the garage. Activities that the residents enjoy are playing games and musical therapy. The administrator likes to take the residents out on outings like going to the beach, shopping, and getting something to eat. Or they will just go on a drive and visit the other facilities and interact with the other residents. At the time of the visit, LPA observed residents listening to music. LPA then reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. Medications are being administered per physicians order. P&I funds were accounted for and there were no discrepancies. LPA interviewed residents 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 the facility and a copy of this report LIC809, 809-C, LIC858, LIC859 was read and provided to the facilitythe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 20, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Nov 15, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Jessica Cho and Eboni Bentley arrived announced for the purpose of conducting a Pre-Licensing visit for a Change of Ownership (CHOW). LPA conducted the visit with Applicant/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Victoria Valencia and Administrator (Admin) Idamarie Valencia. The initial application to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) was received by the Department of Social Services on April 17, 2024 for age range 60 and over. This facility is vendored by the Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC). This is a Level 4I home. LPAs began the tour of the interior and exterior portion of the facility with Applicant and Administrator Valencia, and observed the following: Structure: The facility is a single story property in a residential neighborhood comprised of four resident bedrooms and three resident bathrooms. LPAs observed all common areas which includes the living room, dining area, kitchen, and an attached two car garage which doubles as a laundry room. The Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) is occupied by Administrator Idamarie and is under a different address: 12043 Gilbert St. Garden Grove. The backyard has two exit gates with one gate being secured as approved per the fire clearance. The patio also has sufficient shaded seating area. Telephone Number: Facility land line number (714) 867-6123 was tested and remains available. Signal System: No signal system, however residents utilize bells to alert the staff. Bedrooms: The resident bedrooms had all required components, are spacious, and easily accommodates the residents’ furnishings. Bathrooms: Bathrooms were clean and operational. Grab bars were secure and bath slip mats were in place. Linens and Hygiene Supplies: Clean linens and hygiene supplies were observed to be fully stocked. Appliances: Stove burners, microwaves, refrigerator, freezer, and washer/dryer were inspected and operating. Resident and Staff Files: Resident and staff records will be maintained on site. Reading Material, Games, Equipment, & Materials: The facility maintains reading material and games in the living room cabinet.. Emergency Phone Numbers/Exit Plan: Posted in the entry way on the bulletin board. Postings: The See Something, Say Something (PUB475) and the Ombudsman Poster were posted in the entry way. The Rights of the Resident Councils, Resident's Rights, Theft & Loss Policy, and Activity Schedule, and a copy of the Admission Agreement were posted on the bulletin board in the entry way. Food Service and Menu: Supply of seven day non-perishable and two day perishables were observed. The sample menu was available for review. The emergency food/water supply was also available in the garage. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors: The dual functioning smoke detectors/carbon monoxide alert systems and auditory devices were tested and found to be operational. Fire Extinguishers: Two fire extinguishers were mounted, fully charged, and serviced on June 3, 2024. Fire Clearance: Approved on June 6, 2024 for 1 ambulatory, 4 non-ambulatory, and 1 bedridden. Please note that non-ambulatory is permitted in bedrooms 2 & 3 of which bedroom 2 is permitted for bedridden resident only. Bedrooms 1& 4 are designated for ambulatory residents. Toxins and Sharps: Cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps were observed to be secured and inaccessible. Water Temperature: The water temperature in the three resident bathrooms measured at 117.6, 112.2, and 113.1 degrees Fahrenheit. Medications, First Aid Kit, & Manual: The First Aid Kit was checked and found to be in order. The first aid manual was also available. Component III: Component III was waived because Applicant is operating other licensed facilities and has fulfilled this requirement. The Pre-Licensing is now complete, and the facility is ready for licensure. The license will be granted upon completion of a final review and approval from the Licensing Program Manager and the Central Applications Bureau. An exit interview was conducted with Applicant/CEO Victoria Valencia and Administrator Idamarie Valencia, and a copy of this report was provided at the end of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 15, 2024
Oct 28, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: CHOW Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 4 COMP II Participants: Ida Marie Valencia (Board Member/Administrator) & Victoria Valenica (Board Member) Interview Method: Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams On October 28, 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, Oct 28, 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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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. 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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