Small home · Licensed for 6 · Huntington Beach
Vao Sweet Home Care
15311 Cascade Ln, Huntington Beach, CA 92647Licensed since 2026
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
- Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record
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Care and support
- Wheelchairup to 6 residents
- Hospiceup to 6 residents
- Bedriddenup to 1 resident
Not on file: dementia approval.
Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 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 FOR SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY OF WHICH ONE (1) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN BEDROOM 2. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR SIX (6).
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026
As needs change
Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Vao Sweet Home Care: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,750a month to start
Likely $3,900–$5,850
From 13 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$4,750likely a month
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$4,750likely $3,900–$5,850
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 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 (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $3,900–$6,050
- $4,750
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,600–$9,250
- $7,250
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
- 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 October 1, 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.
Rates at nearby homes13 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,700 to $11,575
13 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,850–$6,150.
- JC Home for Seniors-CareHuntington Beach · 0.1 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Caring Hands Senior Home CareWestminster · 0.2 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Faithful Home of Huntington BeachHuntington Beach · 1.4 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Meadowlark Gardens on CornellHuntington Beach · 1.4 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Ocean RetreatHuntington Beach · 1.5 mi · Small home$3,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- JC Home for Seniors - ThorHuntington Beach · 1.6 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Loving Home CareWestminster · 1.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Fountain Garden Guest HomeFountain Valley · 2.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Keen Home Huntington BeachHuntington Beach · 2.4 mi · Small home$11,575Listed on its own website · shared room, starting at · seen October 27, 2026
- Golden Hands Care HomeHuntington Beach · 2.5 mi · Small home$4,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Keen Home HarvardWestminster · 2.9 mi · Small home$11,575Listed on its own website · shared room, starting at · seen October 27, 2026
- Socal Assisted LivingHuntington Beach · 2.9 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- The Taylor CottageHuntington Beach · 2.9 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 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.
- 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.
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 move-in 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.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.
The best way to see it is a visit.
Request a tourWhere it is
15311 Cascade Ln, Huntington Beach, CA 92647Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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- Kindred Hospital WestminsterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list1.7 mi
Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).
Open directionsThe state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #306006915 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 2 of 2 documents
20262 state visits · 2 documents
Jul 21, 2026Facility evaluation reportPrelicensingReport on file
Type of visit: Prelicensing
On July 21, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Eboni Bentley arrived announced for the purpose of conducting the Pre-Licensing visit for an Initial Application. LPA conducted the visit with Applicant/Administrator Jeannie Dao. The initial application to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) was received by the Department of Social Services on February 5, 2026, for age range 60 and older, with Fire Clearance approved for five (5) non-ambulatory residents of which one (1) may be Bedridden in Bedroom #2, with a Hospice waiver for six (6). LPA toured the facility's indoor and outdoor physical plant with Applicant/Administrator Jeannie Dao and the following were observed: Structure: The facility is a single-story property in a residential neighborhood comprised of six (6) resident bedrooms, two (2) full bathrooms, two (2) staff bedrooms, one (1) staff 1/2 bathroom, and an attached two car garage. The common areas include the living room, dining area, kitchen, and backyard with a covered seating area. Telephone Number: The facility currently has a land line with the number (714)373-1218. CONTINUE TO LIC809-C .... Emergency Phone Numbers/Exit Plan: Posted in the entry way. Postings: The See Something, Say Something (PUB475) was posted in the correct size and all other required posting were available in the entry way. Food Service and Menu: Supply of seven-day non-perishable and two-day perishables were observed in the kitchen. The emergency food and water supply were also available. LPA observed the Food Menu and Activity Schedule posted. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors: The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alert systems were tested and found operational. Fire Extinguishers: There were two (2) fire extinguishers mounted, fully charged, and last serviced on February 23, 2026. Fire Clearance: Approved on February 25, 2026, for five (5) non-ambulatory and one (1) Bedridden resident in Bedroom #2. Signal System: The facility has a signal system for residents. Bedrooms: The resident bedrooms had all required components and accommodate the residents’ furnishings. All rooms and closets contained space for residents’ personal items and belongings. CONTINUE TO LIC809-C .... Bathrooms: Bathrooms were clean with grab bars available and slip mats were present. Water Temperature: The water temperature in the resident bathrooms measured between 106.3 and 118.0 degrees Fahrenheit. Linens and Hygiene Supplies: Clean linens and hygiene supplies for resident use were fully stocked. Appliances: Stove burners, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, and washer/dryer were inspected and operating. Resident and Staff Files: Resident and staff records were maintained on site and reviewed. Medication: Medication were found stored and secure in a closet in the hallway. Reading Material, Games, Equipment, & Materials: Games and activities were available. Sharps and Toxins: Sharps will be secure in drawer in the kitchen and inaccessible. Cleaning supplies and toxins were locked under the sink. First Aid Kit, & Manual: The First Aid Kit was checked and contains all the required elements. CONTINUE TO LIC809-C .. Liability Insurance: Facility does not have liability insurance for the new facility, however a proposal for liability insurance protection was observed. Component III was reviewed with the applicant, fulfilling the requirements for existing facilities. On today's visit, all items reviewed during this inspection are in compliance. The Pre-Licensing is now complete. 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 Administrator Jeannie Dao, and a copy of this report was provided at the time of this visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 21, 2026
Jun 17, 2026Facility evaluation reportOfficeReport on file
Type of visit: Office
Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: CHOW Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 4 Method: Telephone call with CAB COMP II Participants: Dao, Jeannie On 6/17/2026, the applicant/administrator participated in COMP II at CAB via telephone call with analyst at CAB. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified by confirming driver’s license number. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed the understanding of Title 22. Component II was successfully completed. Applicant and administrator were advised to email/fax signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID to CAB. 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, Jun 17, 2026
License holder
Vao Sweet Home Care, LLC, licensed since 2026.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2026, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 2
- Total complaints
- 0
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
- Type A citations
- 0
- Type B citations
- 0
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2026, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Compare with homes the same size
| This home | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Type A citations | 0 | 0 |
| Type B citations | 0 | 0 |
| Substantiated allegations | 0 | 0 |
| Total complaints | 0 | 0 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
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 stand in their place.
The earlier licenseFormerly Home at Cascade Lane (license #306006496), a change of ownership the state recorded on June 17, 2026.
The state’s report of June 17, 2026, filed under license #306006915, records this license’s application as a change of ownership: “Application Type: CHOW”. The state lists license #306006496 as “Closed, Change of Ownership” as of October 26, 2026. Inspections and reports filed under license #306006496 are on the state’s record of that license.
The state’s record for license #306006496 The state’s record for license #306006915
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Vao Sweet Home Care
Is Vao Sweet Home Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Vao Sweet Home Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Vao Sweet Home Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 2 state visits over the same years.
Is Vao Sweet Home Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 12, 2026.
What does Vao Sweet Home Care cost?
$4,750 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,900–$5,850. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 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 14 other homes of a similar licensed size in Huntington Beach that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,150 (n = 14 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date between September and October 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 Vao Sweet Home Care take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 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 Vao Sweet Home Care, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kindred Hospital Westminster is 1.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Vao Sweet Home Care keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Vao Sweet Home Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “VAO SWEET HOME CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of October 1, 2026.
- License #306006915. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Vao Sweet Home Care, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 2 state inspection visits since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 2 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 21, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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Starting rate
$4,000 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Starting rate
$5,500 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$3,350 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $2,600–$4,250On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,250 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,500–$5,250On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$4,600 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,750–$5,650On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,250 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,300–$6,450On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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