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Jc Cottages - Lincoln

Small home·Licensed for 6·Orange, California

Licensed since 2019Licence #306005598
(714) 912-4929From the state roster · September 13, 2026Plan a visit
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · 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 visitSeptember 3, 2025CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderJc Cottages LLCSince 2019 · 2 licensed homes

Jc Cottages - Lincoln is a small care home in Orange — 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 2019. Dementia 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 Jc Cottages - Lincoln

Is Jc Cottages - Lincoln licensed?

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

How many residents is Jc Cottages - Lincoln licensed for?

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

Has Jc Cottages - Lincoln been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is Jc Cottages - Lincoln still open?

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

What does Jc Cottages - Lincoln 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 18 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 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 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 Jc Cottages LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 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 September 13, 2026.

Jc Cottages - Lincoln license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “JC COTTAGES - LINCOLN”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306005598. 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 Jc Cottages LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2019, 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 2019, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is September 3, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 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. 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN BEDROOM 7, HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — 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

Covelight estimate

$5,250a month to start

Likely $4,300–$6,450

From 18 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

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

  • Starting monthly rate$5,250likely $4,300–$6,450

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 18 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 18 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.

18 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,200–$7,650.

  • 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

  • 825 N Lincoln St, Orange, CA 92867Address 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 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2019. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated September 3, 2025.

On file since
2021
State visits
4
Most recent visit
September 3, 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 2019.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2025110202411020221102021110

The last 36 months — 2 of 4 documents

The full record on the state’s site →
20251 state visit · 1 document
Sep 3, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport 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 reportReport 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
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

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Who holds the licence

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.

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.

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  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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