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- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,450 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,450–$6,700
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitApril 24, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderDormido, Louie C.Since 2004 · 2 licensed homes
Lois Guest Home is a small care home in Tustin — 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 2004. Dementia care and bedridden care are 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 Lois Guest Home
Is Lois Guest Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Lois Guest Home licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Lois Guest Home been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Lois Guest Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Lois Guest Home cost?
$5,450 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,450–$6,700. 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 9 small homes and similar 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 188 other homes of a similar licensed size across Orange County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 188 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 Lois Guest Home 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 Dormido, Louie C., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Orange County Global Medical Center is 0.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Lois Guest Home keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Lois Guest Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “LOIS GUEST HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306002292. 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 Dormido, Louie C., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2004, 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 2004, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is April 24, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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 2 residents
- BedriddenNot on file · ask the home
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
6 NON-AMBULATORY; HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 2
985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — 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
$5,450a month to start
Likely $4,450–$6,700
From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,450a month
Likely $4,450–$6,850
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
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$5,450likely $4,450–$6,700
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small homes and similar 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 $4,450–$6,850
- $5,450
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,200–$9,900
- $7,450
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.
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 9 small homes and similar 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.
9 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,500–$8,600.
- 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.
Show the 9 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Suncoast Senior CareTustin · 0.2 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Traditions at Lucero WayTustin · 0.7 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Rose Garden Board and CareOrange · 1.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Coastal Charm of TustinNorth Tustin · 1.0 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Silverado Senior Living-Tustin HaciendaTustin · 1.3 mi · Mid-size home$11,700Listed on Seniorly · memory care studio · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
- Cyecrest Guest HomeOrange · 1.9 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Care of Heart for Elderly in OrangeOrange · 2.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Tustin Senior HomeTustin · 2.1 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Flowers Family Care 2Orange · 3.0 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 17582 Medford Ave., Tustin, CA 92780Address 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 2022, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2004. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 24, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- April 24, 2026
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 2004.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 4 documents
Apr 24, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrea Mendivil an unannounced visit to conduct a required annual visit. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility and explained the reason for the visit. The facility is a one story building with an approved fire clearance for six non-ambulatory residents of which six may be on hospice. The facility currently has a census of five residents with 1 resident on hospice. 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 two of two resident bathrooms, and testing auditory devices on all exits. The hot water temperature measured between 114 and 114.6 degrees Fahrenheit and all smoke detectors were operational. The facility’s last fire drill was conducted on March 30th 2026. 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 unsecured pre poured medication in a kitchen drawer. LPA reviewed two out of two staff training and fingerprint records. Per review Staff 2 did not have a health screening on record. LPA conducted a complete review of resident records. LPA observed Resident 1 and Resident 3 had hospital discharge paperwork per review of incident reports no incidents were reported to the Department. LPA observed Residents 1-3 did not have updated physician's report or documentation of an annual visit. Based on observations made deficiencies are being cited per Title 22. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 24, 2026
Apr 25, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Andrea Mendivil made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct an Annual Required inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by staff and explained the reason for the visit. The facility is a one story building with an approved fire clearance for six non-ambulatory residents of which two may be on hospice. The facility currently has a census of five residents. During today’s visit, LPA toured the facility and inspected the physical plant, including but not limited to testing all smoke detectors. LPA observed smoke detectors were operational. The facility’s last fire drill was conducted on Janurary 31, 2025. 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 unsecured medications and unsecured toxins in kitchen. LPA observed postural supports without physician's orders. Administrator stated they did not have emergency food and water. LPA observed expired food in kitchen pantry. LPA observed 5 out of 5 residents did not have a Needs and Services plan completed. LPA reviewed two out of two staff training and fingerprint records. LPA conducted a complete review of resident records. Based on observations made deficiencies are being cited per Title 22. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 25, 2025
May 24, 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 Kenneth Forsyth, Administrator (AD).During today’s visit, LPA met with AD and Louie Dormido, Licensee (LE). The Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) is a single story building with an approved fire clearance of six non-ambulatory residents, a hospice waiver for two residents of which zero may be bedridden. There is a fenced swimming pool with locked gates into pool area. All backyard exit gates are unlocked with latches. The facility currently has a census of six 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 two of two resident bathrooms, and testing auditory devices on all exits. The hot water temperature measured between 110.6 and 124.3 degrees Fahrenheit and all smoke detectors were operational. There is no record of the facility’s last fire drill. 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 completed medications appear to be being given as prescribed. LPA conducted a complete review of resident and staff 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 which expires on February 15, 2025. AD is associated with Lois Guest Home II next door. LE faxed the transfer request immediately to regional office. The following deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with Louie Dormido, LE and Kenneth Forsyth, AD and a copy of this report was given to the facility along with a copy of the LIC 858; 859;809-D and Appeal Rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 24, 2024
The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Who holds the licence
Dormido, Louie C., licensed since 2004, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Lois Guest Home II · Tustin
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.
Before you call
Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
Other homes nearby
The nearest licensed homes in Orange County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.
Lois Guest Home II
Tustin · Small home · 0.0 mi away
$5,500 a month to start · Covelight estimate
A Touch of Care Senior Home
Tustin · Small home · 0.1 mi away
$5,900 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Living the Dream Care Home
Tustin · Small home · 0.2 mi away
$5,600 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Suncoast Senior Care
Tustin · Small home · 0.2 mi away
$8,000 a month to start · Listed by the home
Silver Coast Living
North Tustin · Small home · 0.3 mi away
$5,800 a month to start · Covelight estimate
Columns Care Home
Tustin · Small home · 0.3 mi away
$5,700 a month to start · Covelight estimate