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La Costa Coastal Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Carlsbad, California

Licensed since 2019Licence #374604224
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Starting rate$5,000 a monthListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit5 of 6 beds occupiedMarch 12, 2024 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitApril 16, 2026CDSS inspection record

La Costa Coastal Care is a small care home in Carlsbad — 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. Bedridden care is not on file.

Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 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 La Costa Coastal Care

Is La Costa Coastal Care licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

How many residents is La Costa Coastal Care licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Has La Costa Coastal Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.

Is La Costa Coastal Care still open?

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

What does La Costa Coastal Care cost?

$5,000 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 12 other homes of a similar licensed size in Carlsbad that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,950 to $6,750 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 12 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 La Costa Coastal Care 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 Bright Times Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Bright Times Inc. — at least 2 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas is 4.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can La Costa Coastal Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

La Costa Coastal Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “LA COSTA COASTAL CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #374604224. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed to Bright Times Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2019, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 7 state inspection visits since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2019, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is April 16, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 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 careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 4 residents
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

State licensing record · September 27, 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 AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 6 MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 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 27, 2026

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”

    State licensing record · September 27, 2026

3 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?”

What it costs here

This home’s starting rate

$5,000a month to start

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing

Likely monthly total

$5,000a month

Likely $5,000–$5,600

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 · where the price comes from
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$5,000this 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 $5,000–$5,600
$5,000
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,000–$9,100
$7,000
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 worksWhere this price comes from

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

9 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,900–$5,900.

  • 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

  • 3207 La Costa Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92009Address from the public record · September 27, 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 7 documents for this home, and its records count 7 visits since 2019. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 16, 2026.

On file since
2021
State visits
7
Most recent visit
April 16, 2026
Occupied · March 12, 2024 visit
5 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated March 12, 2024. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints1typical 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
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261102025110202422020231102021220

The last 36 months — 5 of 7 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Apr 16, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arian Golbakhsh conducted an unannounced Case Management visit in regards to updates made to the facility layout/floor plan. LPA was welcomed by, identified themselves to, and discussed the purpose of the visit to caregivers Eleanor Weber and Oscar Rosario. LPA also spoke with Licensee/Administrator Luka Subotic over the phone. The facility had notified the Department on 2/5/26 of construction completed to add two (2) more bedrooms to the home, changing the number of designated resident bedrooms from four (4) to six (6). No changes to facility capacity or ambulatory status capacity were requested. A new fire inspection was requested by the Department to review the proposed floor plan and determine if the new rooms were ready for occupancy. Community Care Licensing received an approved fire clearance on February 26th, 2026, approving the new floor plan. The facility is approved for a capacity of six (6) residents, all of which may be non-ambulatory. Additionally, the facility has a hospice waiver for four (4). Currently, the facility has no approval for bedridden residents. During today's visit, LPA conducted a tour of the facility and confirmed that the updated facility sketch was consistent with the current layout of the facility. The new rooms were furnished and one already occupied. No immediate health and/or safety concerns were observed during today's visit. The updated facility sketch will be forwarded to management for final review/approval. An exit interview was conducted with caregiver Rosario to whom a copy of this report was provided. Their signature below confirms receipt of this document.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 16, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Oct 30, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nacole Patterson conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by and discussed the purpose of the visit to Caregivers Ida Mendoza and Oscar Rosario. The facility's license shows a maximum capacity of six non-ambulatory residents, age 60 and over. Hospice waiver approved for 4 residents. During today’s inspection there were 5 residents in care. LPA and Licensee Luka Subotic toured the interior and exterior of the facility and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present, as well as Personal Protective Equipment. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. The facility contained at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food, all safely stored. Cooking, dining equipment, and utensils were present. No toxic chemicals or poisons were accessible to clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. No pools or bodies of water exist on the premises. Per Licensee Luka Subotic, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all in working order. Fire extinguisher(s) were serviced within the last 12 months. First aid kit(s) were complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA interviewed staff and clients, and reviewed facility records. The files reviewed by LPA contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Luka Subotic to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 30, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Nov 6, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Nacole Patterson and Arian Golbakhsh conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPAs were welcomed by and discussed the purpose of the visit to Licensee Luka Subotic. The facility's license shows a maximum capacity of six (6) ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents, ages 60 and over, with a hospice waiver for four (4) residents. During today’s inspection there were 5 residents in care. LPAs and Licensee Luka Subotic toured the interior and exterior of the facility and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards, and client bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present, as well as Personal Protective Equipment. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. The facility contained at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food, which were all safely stored. Cooking, dining equipment, and utensils were present. No toxic chemicals or poisons were accessible to clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. No pools or bodies of water exist on the premises. Per Licensee Luka Subotic, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all in working order. Fire extinguisher(s) were serviced within the last 12 months. First aid kit(s) were complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA interviewed staff and clients, and reviewed facility records. The files reviewed by LPA contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Luka Subotic to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 6, 2024
Mar 12, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Neglect/ Lack of supervision resulted is resident being sexually abused.

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tiffany Holmes conducted an unannounced visit to deliver findings for a complaint investigation regarding the above-mentioned allegation. LPA identified herself and met with Ida Mendoza, Caregiver, to discuss the purpose of the visit and elements of the complaint. The Department's investigation included interviews and a review of pertinent records. It was alleged that Neglect/ Lack of supervision resulted in resident being sexually abused. Resident 1 (R1) was diagnosed with Malignant neoplasm of central portion of the left breast. The cancer had also metastasized to the bone and their right lung. R1 was admitted from their residence to La Costa Coastal on 02/24/2023. Hospice of the North Coast was being provided to R1 prior to being admitted to La Costa Coastal. On or about 03/22/23 – 03/23/23 R1 reported to their daughter that they had been sexually assaulted by Staff 1 (S1) between late evening-early morning between 03/22/23 and 03/23/23. R1s health had declined from the cancer, and they were requiring assistance transferring from their bed to the bedside commode. According to interviews Staff 1 (S1) was the overnight caregiver assigned to assist R1 during their shifts. After R1 disclosed their abuse to their Responsible Party (RP) they notified the hospice nurse about the allegation. Unsubstantiated Interviews revealed R1 was medically evaluated by a hospice nurse who found no injuries or signs of abuse. Interviews revealed the hospice nurse and social worker evaluated R1 and asked them questions about the abuse. Interviews revealed that R1 was unable to provide clear statements. Interviews with outside sources revealed R1 was confused and unable to provide any details regarding the incident. Interviews with S1 revealed them denying the allegation of engaging in sexual misconduct with R1. On 04/09/23, interviews with R1s RP revealed they do not believe S1 was inappropriate with R1. Interviews with RP revealed that R1s health declined rapidly and R1 was making delusional statements prior to passing away. There is not enough information to support the allegation of Neglect/ Lack of supervision resulted in resident being sexually abused. Therefore, the allegation is unsubstantiated. This finding means although the allegation may have happened or could be valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the alleged violations occurred. An exit interview was conducted with Ida Mendoza, Caregiver. A copy of this report and Licensee's Rights (LIC 9058 03/22) were provided and their signature on this report confirms receipt of the Licensee Rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 12, 2024 · control 08-AS-20230323154855
20231 state visit · 1 document
Nov 22, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nacole Patterson conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by and discussed the purpose of the visit to Administrator Luka Subotic. The facility's license shows a maximum capacity of six (6) ambulatory and/or non-ambulatory residents. During today’s inspection there were 5 residents in care. LPA and Administrator toured the interior and exterior of the facility, and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present, as well as Personal Protective Equipment. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. Facility contained at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food present, all safely stored. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. No toxic chemicals/poisons were accessible to clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. No pools or bodies of water exist on the premises. Per licensee, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all in working order. First aid kit(s) were complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA interviewed staff and clients, and reviewed staff and client records/files. The files reviewed by LPA contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Luka Subotic to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 22, 2023
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

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 and the questions below stand in their place.

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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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