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Lr Care Home
Small home·Licensed for 6·Mission Viejo, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,050 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,150–$6,200
- 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 29, 2026CDSS inspection record
Lr Care Home is a small care home in Mission Viejo — 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 2008. 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 Lr Care Home
Is Lr Care Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Lr Care Home licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Lr Care Home been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Lr Care Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Lr Care Home cost?
$5,050 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,150–$6,200. 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 24 small homes within 2 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 27 other homes of a similar licensed size in Mission Viejo that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $5,500 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 27 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 Lr Care 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 Constantino, Lorna A., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center is 2.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Lr Care Home keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 4 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Lr Care Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “LR CARE HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306003864. 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 Constantino, Lorna A., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2008, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2008, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2008, 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 2008, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is April 29, 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 4 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 RESIDENTS. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 4.
985 - RCFE / HOSPICE
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 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 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
$5,050a month to start
Likely $4,150–$6,200
From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,050a month
Likely $4,150–$6,350
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$5,050likely $4,150–$6,200
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 small homes within 2 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 $4,150–$6,350
- $5,050
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,850–$9,450
- $7,050
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 24 small homes within 2 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.
24 homes like this within 2 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$6,000.
- 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 24 nearby homes behind this estimate
- A Faithful HomeMission Viejo · 0.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Grand View VillaMission Viejo · 0.4 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort and Care for the ElderlyMission Viejo · 0.5 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Via La Coruna ManorMission Viejo · 0.6 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Chapters RCFEMission Viejo · 0.7 mi · Small home$8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Francis' Home CareMission Viejo · 0.8 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Jj Assistance Home CareMission Viejo · 0.9 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Active Senior Home CareMission Viejo · 0.9 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Infinity Home CareMission Viejo · 0.9 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- A Pericles Elderly Care HomeMission Viejo · 1.0 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Years Residential CareMission Viejo · 1.0 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rainbow CottageMission Viejo · 1.1 mi · Small home$4,300Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Port ViejoMission Viejo · 1.1 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Aegean Hills Senior LivingMission Viejo · 1.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Mission Viejo Care Cottages 2Mission Viejo · 1.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Respit Manor Mission ViejoMission Viejo · 1.2 mi · Small home$4,595Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- Vividus Senior LivingMission Viejo · 1.2 mi · Small home$5,250Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Aaa Laguna Hills Assistance Care HomeLaguna Hills · 1.2 mi · Small home$3,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Pacific Sun Senior CareMission Viejo · 1.3 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Joseph's HomeMission Viejo · 1.3 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort Cottages #1Laguna Hills · 1.3 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Pacifica CottageMission Viejo · 1.3 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Aspen VillaMission Viejo · 1.4 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Soleil Senior LivingMission Viejo · 1.5 mi · Small home$4,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 26751 Carranza Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691Address 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 2008. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 29, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- April 29, 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 2008.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 4 documents
Apr 29, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alvaro Ramirez, Jr. conducted an unannounced visit for the Required 1 Year Inspection. LPA explained the purpose of today’s visit, and was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver Diana Pisingan. Administrator (AD) Lorna Constantino arrived shortly after. For today’s visit, LPA observed a total of five residents in care and two staff members on duty. LPA observed the Administrator's Certificate for facility AD Constantino which expires on April 11, 2027. LPA Ramirez toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with AD Constantino. The facility is a single level structure and is licensed for six non-ambulatory residents, of which four may be on hospice and zero bedridden. There are a total of seven bedrooms, of which six are private resident bedrooms, and one private bedroom for staff. LPA Ramirez toured each bedroom in the facility and observed that bedrooms were provided with furniture in good repair, clean linens, adequate storage space, and kept free of tripping hazards. One resident is currently using half-rails for postural support. LPA observed appropriate physician orders on file for the resident. Smoke and carbon monoxide detector and auditory exit alarms were tested and operational. There are a total of four restrooms. Restrooms were observed to be in good repair, toilets were operational, and grab bars and non-skid floor mats were provided. Water temperature tested between 108.8-111.3 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility met the minimum two-day perishable and seven-day non-perishable food supplies. Sharp items and knives were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Fire extinguisher was charged, and had a service tag dated October 2025. The fire extinguisher was located by the dining room. CONTINUED ON LIC809-C... LPA Ramirez observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan, which is posted by the kitchen. Licensee was advised to use the update Emergency Distaste Plan form (LIC610E) dated December 2025. Facility had back-up emergency food and water supply, located in the garage. LPA observed that the First Aid Kit had all the required components. LPA observed that medications and toxins were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Medications are locked in a cabinet by the dining room. There are no bedridden residents present on the premises. For the exterior portion, LPA Ramirez observed a shaded patio area with furniture, and the grounds were free of any hazards. There is one gate in the backyard. No bodies of water were observed. LPA reviewed five resident files and three staff files. LPA interviewed residents and staff present. For today's visit no deficiencies were issued per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with AD Constantino. A copy of this report was provided at the time of exit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 29, 2026
Apr 8, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Saborit-Guasch made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by facility caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator Lorna Constantino was notified of the visit via telephone and informed LPA she would not be able to assist with the visit due to a family emergency. Administrator gave permission to her staff to assist with the annual visit and to sign the report on her behalf. There are currently six residents in care, two of which are receiving hospice care. LPA observed residents relaxing in their respective bedrooms or in the facility's common living areas. LPA accompanied by facility staff toured the physical plant. The facility is a one-story house with an attached garage. The facility has six private rooms There are two en-suite bathrooms and one shared bathroom throughout the facility. Bedrooms appeared clean and sanitary, however one bedroom is not equipped with a bed as facility staff indicates that resident requested a recliner seat instead upon admission. Facility staff however did not submit an exception request at the time of the visit. Type B deficiency cited. There are two beds equipped with half rails and one bed with full rails installed for postural support. Full rail orders are present in the relevant resident's hospice plan of care, however the other two half rails are not documented by physician orders available during the present visit. Type B defiency cited. Bathrooms appear clean and sanitary. Hot water temperature measured at 105F and 106F in two separate bathrooms with faucets used for personal grooming. Advisory provided. CONTINUED ON FORM LIC809-C CONTINUED FROM FORM LIC809 LPA observed the kitchen has a minimum two (2) day perishable and seven (7) day non-perishable food supply. Sharp items, cleaning products and the laundry area are secured. Fire extinguisher is charged and mounted. LPA tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were found to be operational. LPA and facility staff toured the outside of the facility. LPA observed multiple shaded outdoor seating areas with furniture for resident use. There is a self-latching gate on the exit route, which is not obstructed. There are no bodies of water on the premises. Facility does not utilize locked perimeters or delayed egress. LPA reviewed six resident records which were observed to be complete. One missing document for a recently admitted resident will be provided by the licensee at the earliest convenience. LPA reviewed resident medication records and prescription orders for all residents with no discrepancies observed. Oxygen is currently in use and adequate signs are present. There are no bedridden residents present on the premises. LPA reviewed staff records for both caregivers present. Records were found to be complete. Training and CPR/First aid training reviewed and up-to-date. All staff are background cleared and associated to the licensed location accurately. Disaster drills are conducted quarterly. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, two deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with appeal rights was provided to a facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 8, 2025
Mar 25, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Saborit-Guasch made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a Required Annual Inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator Lorna Constantino was contacted by phone and arrived later to assist. During the inspection, LPA and administrator conducted a tour of the physical plant and observed the following: The facility is a one-story home with six resident bedrooms, one staff room and four bathrooms. All resident bedrooms had the required furnishings. LPA observed all beds had linens and blankets and an adequate additional supply is present. The backyard has multiple shaded areas and the route of egress is free of clutter and obstructions. There are currently six residents in care at the facility, four of which are receiving hospice care. Bathrooms faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature was verified to be within acceptable range. LPA observed emergency disaster plan with means of exiting and emergency phone numbers listed and posted. Food menu was also posted and visible. LPA observed the facility has a 2-day supply of perishables and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food as required by regulations. Combined smoke and carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. Fire extinguisher was observed to be fully charged with up-to-date maintenance. Sharps were observed locked in a drawer in the kitchen. LPA observed cleaning supplies to be stored in a locked cabinet in the laundry area. The medication central storage was also observed to be secure. LPA reviewed six resident files and five staff files and interviewed staff present. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, two type B deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report along with appeal rights was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 25, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
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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?
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