Small home · Licensed for 6 · Costa Mesa

Johnson Senior Care

3088 Johnson Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626Licensed since 2020

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$4,850 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $4,000–$6,000 See costs

No openings reported

Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState 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
Dementia
Hospiceup to 4 residents

Not on file: bedridden 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 6 NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR 4 RESIDENTS.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 4 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
State licensing record · October 26, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Johnson Senior Care: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and help with medicines. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,850a month to start

Likely $4,000–$6,000

From 10 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$4,850likely a month

Room

Daily care

Sharing the room

Starting monthly rate$4,850likely $4,000–$6,000
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 10 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 $4,000–$6,150: $4,850
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,700–$9,350: $7,350

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 homes10 nearby homes publish starting rates of $4,500 to $9,000

10 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,500–$8,550.

Heart to Heart Care Home for ElderlyCosta Mesa · 0.0 mi · Small home
$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
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 · 1.5 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
Crystal Cove Care #1Fountain Valley · 3.0 mi · Small home
$6,500Listed 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 10 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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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

3088 Johnson Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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South Coast Global Medical CenterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list2 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 #306005900 · See the state’s own record

The last 36 months — 2 of 4 documents

20251 state visit · 1 document

Dec 2, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport 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 six non-ambulatory residents. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for four residents and the home currently has six residents, with one resident on hospice. Administrator (AD) Brianna Ramirez arrived shortly to facilitate inspection. LPA along with staff toured the facility at 1:45 PM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and facility documentation. The home consists of five resident bedrooms, living room, dining room, and kitchen, two bathrooms and an attached 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 between 109.4 degrees F and 112.1 degrees F in all bathrooms. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards. Auditory exit alarms were operational during today's visit. 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. 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 conducts quarterly emergency drills with the last drill conducted on 11/16/2025. Outside grounds were toured. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There is shaded outdoor seating for residents. Exit gate is unlocked and operational. LPA observed the emergency food and water supply. First aid kit contained all required items including tweezers, scissors and thermometer. Continued on LIC809-C dated 12/02/2025 Facility conducts activities in the form of exercise,pet therapy, music therapy, and arts and crafts. LPA reviewed six resident files and three 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, no deficiencies are 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.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 2, 2025

The state marks this report as 4 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20241 state visit · 1 document

Dec 5, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

LPAs observed that First Aid Kit had all the required components. LPAs observed that medications and toxins were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. For the exterior portion, LPAs observed a shaded area, patio furniture, and the grounds were free of any hazards. There is one gate in the backyard, which both is self-closing and self-latching. No bodies of water were observed. LPAs reviewed four resident files and two staff files. LPAs interviewed residents and staff present. For today's visit no deficiencies were issued per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. LPAs advised AD Ramirez to use the general email address: CCLASCPOrangeCountyRO@dss.ca.gov for any inquiries and to specify attention to the assigned LPA. An exit interview was conducted with AD Ramirez. A copy of this report was provided at the time of exit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 5, 2024

Earlier years2021 to 2022 · 2 documents

20221 state visit · 1 document

Nov 4, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessica Cho arrived at Johnson Senior Care to conduct an unannounced Required 1 Year Inspection with an emphasis on Infection Control. At 1:00pm, LPA Cho was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver Debedelia Vela. Also present was Caregiver Adalila Gordillo Rodriguez. LPA completed the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) screening procedure upon entry. There are no active COVID-19 cases as of today. LPA observed a check-in station that required COVID-19 screening for all visitors which had temperatures documented on a sign-in sheet. LPA observed the required COVID-19 precautionary signs posted on the front entrance and throughout the facility. The Complaint Poster (PUB475) met the Department size requirement. The facility is licensed for six non-ambulatory residents and has a hospice waiver for four. There are currently six residents living in the facility of which two are receiving hospice care. The Administrator's Certificate for Breanna Ramirez expires on 02/12/2023. At 1:05pm, LPA Cho contacted Administrator (Admin) Breanna Ramirez and received verbal consent in the presence of Caregiver Debedelia Vela and consented Caregiver Vela to assist LPA with the tour and to sign the report. At 1:13pm, LPA Cho conducted a tour of the physical plant with Caregiver Debedelia Vela. There are a total of five resident bedrooms and two resident bathrooms. LPA checked the resident bedrooms. The resident bedrooms had the required furnishings. The resident bathrooms were checked. Grab bars were secure, the toilets worked properly, the showers were free of mold/mildew, and slip mats were in place. Resident bath towels and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked with hand soaps and paper towels. LPA observed hand washing signs in the bathrooms. The hot water temperature in the resident bathrooms measured at 112.8 degrees Fahrenheit in resident Bathroom #1 and 116.2 degrees Fahrenheit in resident Bathroom #2. Perishable and non-perishable food supplies were checked and adequately stocked at the time of the visit. The fire extinguisher was mounted, fully charged, and serviced on 06/28/2022. Smoke/carbon monoxide detectors and auditory devices were tested and operational. Medications, toxins, and sharps were locked and inaccessible to the residents. LPA Cho toured the outside grounds. No body of water was present. There was shading and sufficient seating for residents. The exit gate was self-closing and self-latching. Walkways around the facility were clear of hazards, and LPA observed sufficient supply of emergency food/water and PPEs. Based on the observations made during today's visit, no deficiency is cited in this review as per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with Caregiver Debedelia Vela, and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 4, 2022

20211 state visit · 1 document

Dec 1, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Shobhana Frank conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a required annual visit. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by Caregiver Erlinda Ibarra. LPA Frank toured the facility. There are five clients residing in the facility and no active COVID-19 cases. All resident and staff are vaccinated. LPA observed five clients on site. All residents appeared clean and well taken care of. LPA observed required department postings in the facility as well as hand washing signs in the restrooms. All restrooms observed had ample soap/ sanitizer and appeared clean. Residents bedrooms appeared clean and sanitary and had all required components. LPA Frank tested the hot water temperature, which measured 119.2 degrees F in resident bathroom. Resident areas were noted to be a comfortable temperature. LPA observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plans. Facility has back-up emergency food and water supply as well as PPE supplies. Facility has completed the LIC 808 Mitigation Plan. The facility is still conducting COVID-19 testing as required by the latest guidance. No citations noted during today's visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 1, 2021

License holder

Edilin, LLC, licensed since 2020.

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

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The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2020, as the state’s facility page counts them

State visits on file: 4
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 2020, 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

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.

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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 Johnson Senior Care

Is Johnson Senior Care licensed?

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

How many residents is Johnson Senior Care licensed for?

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

Has Johnson Senior Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2020, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is Johnson Senior Care still open?

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

What does Johnson Senior Care cost?

$4,850 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,000–$6,000. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Among 8 other homes of a similar licensed size in Costa Mesa that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $7,500 a month, and the middle figure is $4,750 (n = 8 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 Johnson Senior 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 Edilin, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. See the homes licensed to Edilin, LLC — at least 2 on the state roster.

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 Johnson Senior Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.