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Luchen Santos Homes

Small home·Licensed for 4·Buena Park, California

Licensed since 2022Licence #306006182
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,850 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,000–$6,000
  • Home sizeLicensed for 4Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitOctober 13, 2025CDSS inspection record

Luchen Santos Homes is a small care home in Buena Park — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 4 residents since 2022. Bedridden care is not on file.

Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.

Quick answers and the state record

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Luchen Santos Homes

Is Luchen Santos Homes licensed?

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

How many residents is Luchen Santos Homes licensed for?

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

Has Luchen Santos Homes been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is Luchen Santos Homes still open?

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

What does Luchen Santos Homes 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?”

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 20 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 Luchen Santos Homes 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 Luchen Santos Homes Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Anaheim Community Hospital, LLC is 1.1 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Luchen Santos Homes keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Luchen Santos Homes license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “LUCHEN SANTOS HOMES INC.”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306006182. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed for 4 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed to Luchen Santos Homes Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2022, 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 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is October 13, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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

See the state’s own record

Can they support the care needed?

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

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 4 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved by the state
  • 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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR FOUR (4) NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR FOUR (4).

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file — 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

  • 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 13, 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

Covelight estimate

$4,850a month to start

Likely $4,000–$6,000

From 20 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,850a month

Likely $4,000–$6,150

With a shared room and basic help.

An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$4,850likely $4,000–$6,000

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 20 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 $4,000–$6,150
$4,850
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,650–$9,250
$6,850
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
  • The care level

    Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.

  • What is billed separately

    Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.

  • Move-in costs

    A one-time community fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.

  • Increases

    California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.

  • What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
  • What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
  • What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
  • Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 20 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.

20 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,200–$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 20 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 6075 Belle Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620Address 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 2022. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated October 13, 2025.

On file since
2022
State visits
4
Most recent visit
October 13, 2025

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints0typical 0

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2022.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2025110202411020231102022110

The last 36 months — 2 of 4 documents

20251 state visit · 1 document
Oct 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jerome Haley conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a required one-year annual inspection. LPA was greeted, granted entry by staff and explained the reason for the visit. Structure: The facility is a single level structure and licensed for four non-ambulatory residents. As of today, the facility has three residents admitted to the facility. All three residents were present during the visit. There’s a total of 4 bedrooms of and 2 restrooms available. There’s a living room space, a dining space, backyard area and an attached garage. Bedrooms: All bedrooms have the required furnishings: bed, lamp, chair, and storage space. Bathroom(s): Bathrooms are equipped with a working toilet, wash basin, and shower. Hot water measured in between 106.1 – 106.8 degrees F. Kitchen: 4 of 4 burners and the warmer were operational on the gas stove. Sharps are kept locked in a cabinet near the stove. Cleaning chemicals are stored in a locked cabinet directly below the sink. Food Service: A supply of perishable and non-perishable food items that meet regulation requirements was observed in the kitchen area and pantry areas. Client & Staff Files: Client and staff files are located in the locked garage. File Review: All three resident files and three staff files were reviewed during the inspection. Medications/First-Aid Kit: Client medications are stored in locked medication closet near the front door. A first aid kit with all the required elements was observed in the locked medication cabinet. Medication Review: 3 of 3 resident medications were reviewed during the visit. Medication is being administered as prescribed, no discrepancies were noted. Continued on LIC809C Linens & Hygiene Supplies: Plenty hygiene items were observed in the main bathroom in a locked cabinet and additional hygiene items are locked in cabinet near the kitchen. Garage Area: The garage is clean and well organized. The walkways were free of obstruction. A washer and dryer was observed. An office area was observed as well as an additional refrigerator with a nonperishable food supply. Incontinent care supplies were observed, as well as wheel chairs, and additional cleaning chemicals. Backyard/Exterior: The backyard is clean and very well organized. Walkways are free of obstruction. A table and chairs was observed under a shaded patio area. Bodies of Water: None Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Detectors: Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. Fire Extinguisher: A fire extinguisher were observed mounted on a wall in the kitchen. An emergency evacuation drill: Was conducted October 5, 2025. Evacuation drills are conducted quarterly. Emergency Phone Numbers, House Rules, Exit Plan & Menu: Several facility postings are posted are available for review on the main postings board in the living room area of the facility. Additional Comments: Licensing fees are current. Contact information was reviewed and confirmed during the visit. No deficiencies are being cited during today’s visit. An exit interview conducted, and a copy of the report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 13, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Oct 14, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jerome Haley conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a required one-year annual visit. LPA was greeted, granted entry by staff and explained the reason for the visit. Staff contacted Licensee/Administrators (AD) Margie Santos via telephone who arrived a short time later and was present for the visit. During the inspection, LPA Haley observed a locked closet right next to the front door with resident medication, resident P&I funds, and a first aid kit with all the required elements. All resident bedrooms were clean, organized, and had the necessary elements and were in compliance with regulation guidelines. Resident bathrooms were clean and organized as well. Hot water temperatures were measured at 108.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Grab bars were tightly secured to the wall, and hazardous items are locked under the sink and inaccessible to resident in care. The kitchen is clean, organized, and a perishable food supply that meets regulation requirements was observed in the refrigerator. A non-perishable food supply that meets regulation requirements was observed in a cabinet below the counter. There was another cabinet below the sink with a supply of towels and additional clean linen. Knives and sharp objects are kept locked in a cabinet near the stove. Hazardous cleaning materials are kept locked under the sink. In between the kitchen and the exit door that leads to the backyard, there’s a small laundry room. In the laundry room a washer and dryer was observed. On the side of the washer, there’s an emergency supply of nonperishable food items, and an emergency bag ready to go incase of emergency. Above the washer there’s a locked cabinet with additional cleaning supplies. The garage is locked and inaccessible to residents at all times. The garage was organized, free of clutter and walkways are free of obstruction. Continued on LIC809C There’s an office area set up with a desk and a printer. Staff and resident files are kept locked in the garage. Miscellaneous items were observed including, wheelchairs, additional COVID supplies, adult diapers, and other facility items. An additional refrigerator with an additional supply of food items was observed in the garage. The backyard was clean, organized, and walkways were free of obstruction. A shaded patio area with tables and chairs was observed. There’s a locked storage area in the backyard that remains locked and used to store miscellaneous facility items. LPA observed a mattress, walkers, wheelchairs, and holiday decorations in the locked storage space. Side exit gates are self-closing and self-latching. No bodies of water was observed. Smoke detectors, and the carbon monoxide detector tested operational. A fully charged fire extinguisher was observed mounted on the wall in the kitchen near the sink. Emergency evacuation drills are conducted on monthly. The last evacuation drill was conducted October 5, 2024. During the inspection, 4 resident files were reviewed, 4 resident medications reviewed, 4 resident P&I funds were reviewed, 4 staff files were reviewed, and 3 staff were interviewed. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of today’s visit. An exit interview conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to Licensee/Administrator Margie Santos.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 14, 2024
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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.

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.

  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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