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Happy Home Senior Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Fountain Valley, California

Licensed since 2024Licence #306006471
  • Care approvals on fileDementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,250 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,300–$6,450
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitDecember 2, 2025CDSS inspection record

Happy Home Senior Care 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 2024. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory 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 Happy Home Senior Care

Is Happy Home Senior Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Happy Home Senior Care licensed for?

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

Has Happy Home Senior Care been cited?

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

Is Happy Home Senior Care still open?

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

What does Happy Home Senior Care cost?

$5,250 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,300–$6,450. 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 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 Happy Home Senior 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 Happy Home Senior Care, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

UCI Health-Fountain Valley is 0.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Happy Home Senior Care 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 Home Senior Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “HAPPY HOME SENIOR CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306006471. 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 Happy Home Senior Care, LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is December 2, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
  • 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) NON-AMBULATORIES WHERE ONE (1) CAN BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM #1. WAIVER/ GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR TWO (2) RESIDENTS. DEMENTIA AND BEDRIDDEN PLAN SUBMITTED.

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 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

$5,250a month to start

Likely $4,300–$6,450

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

Likely monthly total

$5,250a month

Likely $4,300–$6,600

With a shared room and basic help.

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

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$5,250likely $4,300–$6,450

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

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

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

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

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

Likely monthly totalLikely $4,300–$6,600
$5,250
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,000–$9,700
$7,250
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
  • The care level

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

  • What is billed separately

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

  • Move-in costs

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

  • Increases

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

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

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 11 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.

11 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,100–$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.
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Where it is

  • 11142 Lavender Avenue, 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 2024, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated December 2, 2025.

On file since
2024
State visits
4
Most recent visit
December 2, 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
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20251102024330

The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents

20251 state visit · 1 document
Dec 2, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On December 2, 2025, 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 introduced self and was granted entry into the facility by staff, after stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator (AD) Aurora Tecson arrived at the facility and remained to assist during the visit. Administrator Aurora Tecson has an administrator certificate that expires on July 2, 2027. The facility is licensed to operate for six (6) non-ambulatory residents where one (1) may be bedridden in Room #1, with a hospice waiver for two (2) residents. The facility is a one-story house with four (4) resident bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, an attached 2 car garage, and an outdoor covered seating area. During the visit, LPA toured inside and outside of the physical plant with staff. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, storage for each resident’s personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. Bathrooms were clean and operational with water temperatures measured between 116.7 degrees F to 117.8 degrees F. LPA observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is a seven-day supply of non-perishable food available and maintained properly. LPA observed at least ten expired perishable items stored in the kitchen refrigerator. A deficiency is being cited. CONTINUE TO LIC809-C..... LPA toured the backyard and observed a shaded seating area with a table and chairs for residents to sit outside. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were operable. Emergency safety drills were last conducted on September 22, 2025, and are conducted quarterly. First aid kit is maintained and contains all the necessary elements. A working telephone (657)231-9389 remains available, however, the facility does not have a device that can be used for video teleconference purposes. Emergency food, emergency water, and emergency supplies were stored in the kitchen. The facility has one (1) fire extinguisher that was charged, mounted, and last serviced on October 6, 2025. Liability Insurance is effective June 12, 2025, and expires on June 12, 2026. LPA conducted an audit of five (5) resident files (R1-R5), five (5) staff files (S1-S5), and medication and medication administration review. Resident and staff interviews were conducted. A record review revealed one (1) out five (5) staff are not associated to the facility. A CIVIL PENALTY WAS ASSESSED. Based on observations and record review, deficiencies are being cited during today’s inspection visit. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report, LIC809-D, LIC421BG, and appeals rights were provided to Administrator Aurora Tecson at exit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 2, 2025

The state marks this report as 6 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20243 state visits · 3 documents
Oct 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dwayne Mason Jr. made an announced visit to the facility for purpose of conducting a pre-licensing inspection. LPA arrived at the facility and was greeted and granted entry by designated Administrator (AD) Thomas Vu and Manager (M) Tina Vu. An application to operate a Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE) for (6) capacity, (0) ambulatory, (5) non-ambulatory, and (1) bedridden residents was received by CCL on 12/13/2023. The facility is a one-story home with four resident bedrooms, two resident bathrooms, common area, kitchen, backyard and an attached two car garage. The back yard has two exit gates on one both sides of the house and two shaded seating areas. There is a second unit on the property that houses 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. AD stated that he, his wife and his son will be living back there and that it is not part of the facility. The back house also has a different address than the facility address. All resident bedrooms had the required furnishings and ample lighting. LPA observed all resident beds had linens and blankets. LPA observed all windows were screened. All and any toxic chemicals are inaccessible to residents and will be stored and locked in the garage. Medication, First Aid Kit and Manual are stored in a locked closet near the entryway. The first aid kit has all the required elements. Fire extinguishers are fully charged and was purchased on 11/11/2023 as indicated by the receipt. The facility has books, magazines, a piano and televisions for resident activities. Fire clearance was approved by a fire inspector of Fountain Valley Fire Department on 6/4/2024. Component III was conducted. All bathrooms have working plumbing and designated hand washing posters. Hot water measured between 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit in the three resident bathrooms. Resident bathrooms also have shower mats in showers. Emergency Phone Numbers, Exit Plan & Menu are posted and available for review. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. Appliances 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.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2024
Sep 16, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Component II completion: Successful Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): none COMP II Participants: Tina Vu, Applicant Thomas Vu, Administrator Interview Method: Virtual interview (Microsoft Teams) On September 16, 2024 at 11:00 AM, Applicant and 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. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant and 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 Readiness Exit interview conducted with Applicant and Administrator. Report sent via email and informed to return sign copy to CAB by end of business day today.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 16, 2024
Aug 19, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Component II completion: Unsuccessful Facility Type: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): None COMP II Participants: Thomas Vu, Administrator Tina Vu, Applicant Interview Method: Telephone interview On August 19, 2024 and August 26 2024, applicant and 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 the COMP II, applicant and administrator did not provide sufficient knowledge of the program and/or community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Component II will be rescheduled. Exit interview conducted with applicant and administrator. Report sent via email and request to return sign copy to CAB by end of business day today.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 19, 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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