Small home · Licensed for 6 · Orange

JC Cottages - Lincoln

825 N Lincoln St, Orange, CA 92867Licensed since 2019

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$5,300 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $4,350–$6,550 See costs

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. 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN BEDROOM 7, HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 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 JC Cottages - Lincoln: 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.

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,300a month to start

Likely $4,350–$6,550

From 17 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$5,300likely a month

Room

Daily care

Sharing the room

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

Starting monthly rate$5,300likely $4,350–$6,550
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 17 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 $4,350–$6,700: $5,300
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,100–$9,850: $7,800

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.

If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers

Rates at nearby homes17 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,400 to $8,000

17 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,150–$7,700.

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$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Cheerful Heart Home VVilla Park · 1.0 mi · Small home
$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
The Orange ManorOrange · 1.3 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Care of Heart for Elderly in OrangeOrange · 1.4 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Rose Garden Board and CareOrange · 1.9 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
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$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Summit View Assisted LivingOrange · 2.0 mi · Small home
$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
A Touch of Care at MarywoodOrange · 2.3 mi · Small home
$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Traditions at Stacey LeeOrange · 2.4 mi · Small home
$7,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Nohl Ranch Elederly CareOrange · 2.4 mi · Small home
$3,400Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
A Touch of Care at CannonOrange · 2.5 mi · Small home
$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Suncoast Senior CareTustin · 2.6 mi · Small home
$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Coastal Charm of TustinNorth Tustin · 2.8 mi · Small home
$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
South Home CareAnaheim · 3.0 mi · Small home
$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026

How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 17 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.

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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.

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Where it is

825 N Lincoln St, Orange, CA 92867Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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Chapman Global Medical CenterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list1.1 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).

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The 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 #306005598 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 2 of 4 documents

20251 state visit · 1 document

Sep 3, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On September 3, 2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Brandon Lopez and Garlli Tat made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection. LPAs were greeted and granted entry by care giving staff after explaining the purpose for the visit. Licensees (LI) Maria Emeterio and Jay Parungao were notified via telephone and later arrived to assist with the inspection. LPAs observed that Maria Emeterio has a valid Administrator certificate which expires on August 15, 2026. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) licensed for six non-ambulatory residents, of which one may be bedridden, and has a hospice waiver for five. The facility is a single story home with six private resident bedrooms, one staff bedroom, three and a half resident bathrooms, a living room, a dining room, a kitchen, a sitting area, a beauty shop, and an attached two car garage. LPAs accompanied by the LI, conducted a tour of the interior portion of the facility. On today's visit, LPAs observed four residents in care and two care giving staff present. LPAs observed the See Something, Say Something poster (PUB 475) mounted on the wall by the dining room. LPAs inspected the six resident bedrooms, and they were observed to be free of any hazards. LPAs observed the resident bedrooms had the required furnishings of a bed, a chair, a chest of drawers, and a lamp. All resident beds had clean linens and blankets. LPAs observed additional linens are stored in the hallway closet. LPAs inspected the three and a half resident bathrooms. Resident bathrooms are clean. Bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and non-skid floor mats. Faucets and toilets were operational. Hot water temperature measured between 106.9 and 120 degrees Fahrenheit. LPAs observed the staff bedroom to be kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. LPAs observed the kitchen has a two day perishable and seven day nonperishable food supply on hand. LPA observed kitchen appliances to be clean and operational. LPAs observed the four burner gas stove lights unassisted. LPAs observed kitchen knives are stored in a locked kitchen cabinet. CONTINUED ON LIC809-C LPAs observed a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall in the kitchen and it was observed to be charged and purchased on August 12, 2025. LPAs tested the wired smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors which tested operational. LPAs observed the facility conducted their last emergency disaster drill on June 30, 2025. The centrally stored medication is kept in a locked cabinet by the kitchen. The First Aid kit is stored in the locked cabinet and it was observed to have all the required components. LPAs observed the beauty store to be free of any hazards. LPAs observed the facility has a three day emergency food and water supply stored in the beauty store. LPAs observed the door leading to the attached two car garage is kept locked and inaccessible to resident in care. The garage is used for storage and laundry. LPAs observed chemicals and toxins to be stored in the garage. LPAs and LI conducted a tour of the exterior portion of the facility. LPAs observed the exterior portion to be clear of obstructions and hazards. LPAs observed a shaded outdoor seating area with furniture for resident use. The perimeter gate is self-latching and can be opened in an evacuation. There are no bodies of water on the premises. LPAs reviewed all four resident files. All the required documentation were present and current in the resident files reviewed. LPAs reviewed residents’ medication and medication records. LPAs reviewed two staff files. All staff are background cleared and associated to the facility. Based on today's observations, there are no deficiencies being cited per Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with Licensees Maria Emeterio and Jay Parungao and a copy of the report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 3, 2025

20241 state visit · 1 document

Dec 17, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rose Ruppert made an unannounced visit to the facility today to conduct an Annual Required Evaluation. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Staff #1 at 8:00 AM. During today’s visit, LPA met with "Cherry" Maria Rosario Emeterio, Administrato and Jay Parungaor. The facility is a single story, seven bedroom residential home with an approved fire clearance of six non-ambulatory of which one may be bedridden in bedroom seven. The facility has a hospice waiver for five residents.and currently has a census of five residents in care. During today’s visit, LPA toured the facility and inspected the physical plant, including but not limited to testing all smoke detectors, testing hot water temperature in three of three resident bathrooms, and testing auditory devices on all exits. The hot water temperature measured between 107.9 and 120.3 degrees Fahrenheit and all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were operational. The fire extinguisher is charged and was serviced this year The facility’s last fire drill was conducted on September 8, 2024. LPA inspected the facility food supply and observed the facility retained a minimum of two days perishable and seven days non-perishable food on hand. LPA observed medication storage and reviewed the centrally stored medications. Per review medications are being given as prescribed. The First Aid Kit has all of the required elements and includes a First Aid Manual book. LPA walked the exterior of the facility and observed a covered patio area and a self-latching gate. LPA reviewed three of three staff training and fingerprint records and a complete review of resident records. LPA interviewed alert residents regarding their quality of care and spoke to staff present regarding care provided. LPA confirmed that administrator has a current administrator certificate on the pending renewal list which will expire on August 12, 2026. (Continued on LIC 809-C) (Continued from LIC 809) Based on the observations made during today’s visit, the facility appears to be in compliance with Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies cited on this date. An exit interview was conducted with"Cherry" Maria Rosario Emeterio, Administrator and Jay Parunguan, and a copy of the report and files reviewed (LIC 858 & LIC 859) were given at the time of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 17, 2024

Earlier years2021 to 2022 · 2 documents

20221 state visit · 1 document

Sep 14, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Edward Tapia made an unannounced required annual inspection at this facility. LPA met with staff Corazon Ramos Igmedio “Jojo” Laxamana and stated the purpose of this visit. Administrator Jermery “Jay” Parungao arrived during the inspection and provided assistance. The facility is a single-level structure licensed for six non-ambulatory with a hospice waiver for five and one may be bedridden. This facility offers Residential Care for the Elderly. At about 10:50 am, LPA Tapia was granted entry after completing the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID 19) screening procedure. For this visit, LPA observed 6 residents in care and 2 staff members on duty. LPA toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility. There were 6 private resident rooms and a staff room which is inaccessible to residents. Rooms were provided with furniture in good repair, clean linens, adequate storage space, and kept free of tripping hazards. Bathrooms were observed to be in good repair and provided with grab bars and hot water was measured between 120.0 – 120.9 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA is aware of the warmer temperatures that would affect the water temperature. For the exterior portion, furniture was in good repair; and grounds were free of tripping hazards. Facility offers a 2-car garage which is used for storage and an operational washer/dryer and refrigerator. Fire alarms, carbon monoxide alarms and auditory exit alarms were tested to be operational. Fire extinguisher was observed. Kitchen was in good repair. LPA noticed knife drawer did not have a lock. Administrator was made aware of this issue and will purchase a lock for the knifes/sharps. Administrator was made aware of annual fee due on 09/30/2022. Administrator paid annual fee and was provided with a confirmation number. LPA Tapia viewed the COVID 19 mitigation plan and the Emergency disaster plan of the facility. LPA discussed Assembly Bill 665 that requires a licensee of any adult care residential facility that has internet service to provide at least one internet access device, such as a computer, smart phone, tablet or other device, that: can support real-time interactive applications; is equipped with video conferencing technology, including microphone and camera functions; and is dedicated for client or resident use. For this visit, one deficiency was noted in areas observed. No advisories were issued today. LPA Tapia conducted an exit interview with Administrator Jeremy “Jay” Parungao and copy of this report along with appeal rights were explained and left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 14, 2022

20211 state visit · 1 document

Sep 20, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ruth Martinez conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by caregiver and explained the nature of the visit. LPA Martinez toured the inside and outside of the facility. There are five residents in care and there are no active covid-19 cases. LPA observed two residents in the living room, one resident in dinning room having breakfast and remainder residents in their bedrooms. All residents appeared to be clean and well taken care of. LPA observed required department postings, covid-19 precautionary postings in the facility as well as hand washing signs in the all restrooms of the facility. All restrooms observed to have ample soap/sanitizer and appeared clean. LPA inspected bedrooms and they appeared clean and sanitary. All bedrooms were observed to have all required components. LPA observed a check in station in the main entry of the facility. Facility is taking temperatures daily and documenting results. LPA observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan. Facility has emergency food and water supply as well as PPE supplies. LPA toured the outside of the facility and observed shaded seating area for resident’s enjoyment. Facility has completed the LIC808 Mitigation plan and was approved on April 08, 2021. Based on the observation made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were noted today per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was reviewed with Administrator and a copy of this report was provided to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 20, 2021

License holder

Jc Cottages LLC, licensed since 2019.

Operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

JC Cottages - Hollydale · Fullerton

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2019, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 3
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 2019, 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

Routine visita visit the state records as “Required” — a scheduled visit, not one made in answer to a complaintSubstantiatedthe 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

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about JC Cottages - Lincoln

Is JC Cottages - Lincoln licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

How many residents is JC Cottages - Lincoln licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Has JC Cottages - Lincoln been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2019, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 3 state visits over the same years.

Is JC Cottages - Lincoln still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.

What does JC Cottages - Lincoln cost?

$5,300 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,350–$6,550. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Among 11 other homes of a similar licensed size in Orange that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $6,250 a month, and the middle figure is $4,500 (n = 11 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 JC Cottages - Lincoln 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 Jc Cottages LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. See the homes licensed to Jc Cottages LLC — at least 2 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Chapman Global Medical Center is 1.1 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can JC Cottages - Lincoln 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.