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Heart to Heart Care Home for Elderly
Small home·Licensed for 6·Costa Mesa, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Starting rate$4,500 a monthListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJuly 15, 2026CDSS inspection record
Heart to Heart Care Home for Elderly is a small care home in Costa Mesa — 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 2007. Dementia care and bedridden care are not on file.
Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Heart to Heart Care Home for Elderly
Is Heart to Heart Care Home for Elderly licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Heart to Heart Care Home for Elderly licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Heart to Heart Care Home for Elderly been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Heart to Heart Care Home for Elderly still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Heart to Heart Care Home for Elderly cost?
$4,500 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.
Among 7 other homes of a similar licensed size in Costa Mesa that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $8,250 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 7 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 Heart to Heart Care Home for Elderly 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 Heart to Heart Home Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
South Coast Global Medical Center is 2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Heart to Heart Care Home for Elderly 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.
Heart to Heart Care Home for Elderly license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “HEART TO HEART CARE HOME FOR ELDERLY”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306003775. 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 Heart to Heart Home Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2007, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 15, 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 careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 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
6 NON-AMBULATORY, HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4
985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
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
This home’s starting rate
$4,500a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$4,500a month
Likely $4,500–$5,100
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 · where the price comes from
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$4,500this home
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.
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 $4,500–$5,100
- $4,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,500–$8,600
- $6,500
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.
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 worksWhere this price comes from
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.
8 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,500–$9,000.
- 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 8 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Alex' Caring HandsCosta Mesa · 0.3 mi · Small home$9,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Angela's Residential CareCosta Mesa · 0.5 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Heyday Senior Living of Costa MesaCosta Mesa · 0.8 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Oasis Assisted LivingCosta Mesa · 1.6 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Coastside Senior HomeCosta Mesa · 1.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Jewel Homecare 2Newport Beach · 1.8 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Tranquility Senior LivingCosta Mesa · 2.6 mi · Small home$9,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Springwell HavenNewport Beach · 2.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 3101 Jefferson Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Address 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 2021, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2007. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 15, 2026.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- July 15, 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 2007.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
Jul 15, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On July 15, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Taylor Simerly and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Alfonso Iniguez conducted an unannounced annual visit. LPA and LPM were greeted and granted entry by staff. LPA and LPM met with Imelda Cunningham, with a valid administrator certificate from July 23, 2025 to July 22, 2027. LPA and LPM explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed to serve (6) elderly adults ages 60 and above, of which (6) can be non-ambulatory. The facility has an approved hospice waiver for (4). Currently the facility has (5) residents and (1) is currently on hospice. The home consists of 5 resident bedrooms, 1 staff room, living room, dining room, kitchen, two bathrooms and an attached garage. LPA Simerly, LPM Iniguez and the executive director toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. LPA and LPM inspected residents’ bedrooms and bathrooms. The beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and storage for the residents’ personal belongings was observed. The bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were operational. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were in operable condition. The water temperature ranged from 107.8°F to 109 F, and a comfortable room temperature throughout the facility. The evaluation Report continues on the next page, LIC 809-C, providing further details of the inspection findings During the visit, LPA Simerly and LPM Iniguez observed that the facility was clean, sanitary, and appropriately furnished. Storage areas for personal hygiene were in place. Cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharp objects were stored in a way that made them inaccessible to residents in care. The kitchen was inspected, and there were sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available, which was adequately maintained. The first aid kit contains all of the required materials. All fire extinguishers were charged and operable. The last Fire/Disaster Drills were conducted on July 5, 2026. A review of (5) residents' service files and (4) staff personnel files was conducted. LPA reviewed (5) Medication Administration Records (MARs) and found no discrepancies. LPA and LPM observed the facility's infection control practices. All mandated inspection control posters were displayed throughout the facility. According to the California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8), LPA did not observe deficiencies; therefore, no citations were issued at this time. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report was provided to Rose Palma, Executive Director.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 15, 2026
Jul 25, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On this day Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Fred Arias made an unannounced visit to conduct a required annual visit. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by staff and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for 4 residents and the home currently has 6 residents, with 1 resident on hospice. Administrator (AD) Imelda Cunningham arrived shortly to conduct facility tour. AD provided updated liability insurance that expires on 06/01/2026. LPA along with staff toured the facility at 1:40 PM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and facility documentation. The home consists of 5 resident bedrooms, staff room, living room, dining room, and kitchen as well as 2 bathrooms. LPA toured the kitchen and observed sharps locked in a cabinet during today's visit. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. Kitchen appliances were operational during today's visit. LPA observed 3 expired cans of food in the kitchen and 4 expired cans of food in the garage. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured 105.6 degrees F. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards. Smoke detectors tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguishers were fully charged. LPA reviewed the infection control and emergency disaster plans and plans are complete and thorough. Facility last conducted emergency drills on 01/20/2025. Outside grounds were toured. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. First aid kit contained all required items including tweezers, scissors and thermometer. Facility conducts activities in the form of games. There is shaded outdoor seating for residents. Continued on LIC809-C dated 07/25/2025 Exit gates are unlocked and operational. LPA observed the emergency food and water supply. LPA reviewed six resident files and two staff files. All resident files contained required documentation including admission agreements, physician reports, and resident appraisals. Staff files reviewed contained required documentation including required annual training, medical assessment/ TB, criminal record clearance and proof of CPR training. LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked closet. Medications are being administered per physician order. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, a deficiency is being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was discussed with the facility representative and a copy was provided along with appeal rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 25, 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.
Aug 20, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Tea conducted an unannounced visit. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the Annual Required inspection. At around 8:00 AM, LPA Tea was greeted and granted entry into the facility by house manager, Angeline Delacruz and explained the reason for the visit. The administrator (AD) Imelda Cunningham arrived shortly to assist with the visit. The facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents with a hospice waiver for four. Currently there are six residents, of which three are on hospice during today's visit. Around 8:20 AM, LPA Tea reviewed six resident files and three staff files. Resident files and staff files contained all required documentation. Upon review of records, the facility is up to date with required quarterly fire drill, which was last conducted in July 5, 2024. AD Cunningham administrator certificate is currently expired however administrator has complied with all course work and is pending renewal at this time. LPA Tea along with AD Cunningham toured the facility at 9:19 AM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and the first aid kit. The facility is a single-story home that consists of 5 resident bedrooms, 1 staff room, 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen and attached garage. LPA observed smoke detectors/carbon monoxide in common areas and bedrooms are operational. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured around 110 F degrees. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked at time of visit. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. First aid kit had all the required elements including bandages, tweezers, thermometer, and scissors. Kitchen was inspected. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. LPA observed sharps locked in a kitchen drawer. LPA also observed toxin substances to be locked and inaccessible to clients in care underneath the kitchen sink and a shed in the backyard. The fire extinguisher was fully charged in the kitchen area. Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. LPA toured the outside grounds and there is ample seating underneath a shaded patio area in the backyard. Annual continuation on LIC809-C There are two exit gates that are self-latching and operational on both sides of the house. LPA observed PPE supplies, emergency food and water stored in the garage. Facility provides activities based on their personal choice. Residents walk around the house and do some gardening in the yard. At the time of the visit, LPA observed residents having breakfast and lounging in the living room watching television and movies. At 9:39 AM LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. Medications are being administered per physician order. 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 Administrator Imelda Cunningham and a copy of this report LIC809, along with the 809-C, LIC858, and LIC859 were read and provided to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 20, 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.
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.
- 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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