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Priority Care Senior Living

Small home·Licensed for 6·Mission Viejo, California

Licensed since 2012Licence #306004410
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,300 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,350–$6,550
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJanuary 15, 2026CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderParadise Home and Garden, Inc.Since 2012 · 4 licensed homes

Priority Care Senior Living 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 2012. Dementia 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 Priority Care Senior Living

Is Priority Care Senior Living licensed?

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

How many residents is Priority Care Senior Living licensed for?

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

Has Priority Care Senior Living been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2012, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is Priority Care Senior Living still open?

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

What does Priority Care Senior Living cost?

$5,300 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,350–$6,550. 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 Priority Care Senior Living 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 Paradise Home and Garden, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Paradise Home and Garden, Inc. — at least 3 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center is 2.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Priority Care Senior Living keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Priority Care Senior Living license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “PRIORITY CARE SENIOR LIVING”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306004410. 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 Paradise Home and Garden, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2012, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 5 state inspection visits since 2012, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2012, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2012, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is January 15, 2026, 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 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident

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, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6.

985 - RCFE / HOSPICE

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — 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?”

Care & day-to-day support

These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,300a month to start

Likely $4,350–$6,550

From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$5,300a month

Likely $4,350–$6,700

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

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$5,300likely $4,350–$6,550

    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 $4,350–$6,700
$5,300
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,050–$9,750
$7,300
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 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 $4,200–$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.
Show the 24 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 23762 San Esteban, 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 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2012. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated January 15, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
5
Most recent visit
January 15, 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 2012.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2026110202511020242202022110

The last 36 months — 4 of 5 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Jan 15, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On January 15, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Garlli Tat conducted an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of a required annual inspection. LPA explained the purpose for the visit and was greeted and granted entry by staff on duty. During the visit, staff on duty contacted the facility administrator (AD) Lance Bryant about the visit. For this visit, there are three staff members on duty, all of which are background cleared and associated. AD later arrived to assist with the inspection. The PUB475 ‘See Something, Say Something’ poster was observed to be located by the front entrance. LPA observed the Administrator's Certificate for Lance Bryant to expire on August 8, 2026. The facility is a Residential Care facility for the Elderly (RCFE) licensed for six residents, six of which may be non-ambulatory, one of which may be bedridden, and a hospice waiver for six. LPA toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with the lead caregiver. For this visit, there are a total of four non-ambulatory and one ambulatory residents in care, one of which is on hospice, and none are bedridden. The facility is a single story home. There are a total of seven bedrooms, six of which are private resident bedrooms, and one bedroom is a staff bedroom. LPA toured each bedroom with the lead caregiver and observed that bedrooms were provided with furniture in good repair, clean linens, adequate storage space, and free of any hazards. LPA observed the staff room is kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as well as auditory exit alarms were tested and operational. There are a total of five full bathrooms. Continued on LIC 809-C. Bathrooms were observed to be in good repair, toilets and faucets were operational and showers were equipped with grab bars and non-skid floor mats. Water temperature in the bathrooms were measured to be between 111.7 and 112.8 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility met the minimum two day perishable and seven day non-perishable food supplies. Sharp items and knives were locked in a cabinet in the kitchen and inaccessible to residents in care. Fire extinguisher was charged, mounted and located in the kitchen. Fire extinguisher had a purchase date of April 3, 2025. LPA observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan, which is posted in the living room. LPA observed the facility conducted their last emergency disaster drill on December 1, 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. Medications were observed to be locked in a medication cabinet in the kitchen, inaccessible to residents in care. Chemicals were observed to be locked in the garage. LPA observed the door leading to the attached two car garage is kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. It also had an auditory exit alarm. The garage is used for storage and laundry. For the exterior portion, LPA observed patio furniture under shading. There are two self-latching gates in the backyard that can be opened in case of an emergency. No bodies of water were observed. During this visit, five resident files and three staff files were reviewed. All staff are background cleared and associated with the facility. LPA reviewed residents’ medication and medication records and two resident interviews were conducted. Based on today's observations, there are no deficiencies being cited per Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. However, a Technical Violation was issued. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Lance Bryant. This report was reviewed with the administrator and a copy was provided at the end of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 15, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Jan 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On this day Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Michael Tea and Fred Arias made an unannounced visit to conduct a required annual visit. LPAs were greeted and granted entry into the facility by staff and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for 6 residents and one bedridden resident. The home currently has 6 residents, with 2 residents on hospice. Administrator (AD) Josephine Teehankee arrived shortly. AD Teehankee has a valid certificate that expires on 1/27/2025. AD provided updated liability insurance that expires on 9/6/2025. LPAs along with Staff Larry Allen David toured the facility at 9:20 AM. LPAs toured the physical plant, checked food service, facility documentation and the first aid kit. The home consists of 6 resident bedrooms, living room, dining room, and kitchen as well as 5 restrooms and 1 staff room. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured between 109.5 degrees F and 117.5 degrees F in all restrooms. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards. Auditory exit alarms were operational during today's visit. LPAs toured the kitchen and observed sharps locked in a cabinet during today's visit. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. Kitchen appliances were operational during today's visit. Smoke detectors tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguishers were fully charged. LPAs reviewed the infection control and emergency disaster plans and plans are complete and thorough. Facility conducts quarterly emergency drills with the last drill conducted on 12/1/2024. Outside grounds were toured. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. First aid kit contained all required items including tweezers, scissors and thermometer. Facility conducts activities in the form of exercise, bingo, and other games. There is shaded outdoor seating for residents. Exit gates are unlocked and operational. LPAs observed the emergency food and water supply. LPAs reviewed 6 resident files and 3 staff files. CONTINUED ON LIC 809C DATED 1/13/2025 All resident files contained required documentation including admission agreements, physician reports, resident appraisals, and physician orders for bed rails as indicated. Staff files reviewed contained required documentation including required annual training, medical assessment/ TB, criminal record clearance and proof of CPR training. LPAs reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked closet. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was discussed with the facility representative and a copy was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 13, 2025

The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 2. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20242 state visits · 2 documents
Feb 28, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: POC

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced Plan of Correction (POC) visit to follow up on deficiencies cited on 02/13/2024. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility and explained the reason for the visit. Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87303(a) pertaining to Maintenance and Operation has been cleared. Items in the yard have been removed, exit gate is repaired and fire extinguisher is fully charged.. Licensee has complied with the POC. Advisory note dated 02/23/2024 advised facility to conduct a fire drill for quarter 4. Facility provided documentation of fire drill conducted on 12/01/2023. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 28, 2024
Feb 13, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced visit to Priority Care Senior Living. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the Annual Required inspection. LPA was allowed entry into the home and met with Caregiver Jennii Burba. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents, one of which may be bedridden. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for 6 residents and the home currently has 6 residents. There are 2 residents on hospice during today's visit. Josephine Teehankee has an Administrator Certificate expiring on 11/19/2024. Administrator Josephine Teehankee arrived during the visit. LPA Lyman along with Administrator Josephine Teehankee toured the facility at 1:31 PM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and the first aid kit. The home consists of six resident bedrooms, five resident bathrooms, one staff room, living room, dining room, and kitchen. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured between 109.7 and 116.9 degrees F in all facility bathrooms. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked at time of visit. Resident hygiene supplies are locked and inaccessible to residents. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. First aid kit had all the required elements including tweezers, thermometer, and scissors. During today's visit, auditory door alarms are operational. The entry door into the garage is alarmed. LPA observed a locked storage area for cleaning supplies under the kitchen sink. Kitchen was inspected. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors are hardwired and tested operational during today's visit. At 1:50 PM, LPA observed the fire extinguisher in kitchen needs to be charged. Receipt attached to the extinguisher indicates it was charged in August 2023. Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. LPA toured the outside grounds at 2:00 PM and there is ample shaded seating for residents. LPA observed the exit gate does not easily open and there are discarded items in the yard. CONTINUED ON LIC 809C DATED 2/23/2024. LPA observed emergency food and water supply in the garage. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster plan during the visit. Plan is thorough and complete. Facility provided documentation of last fire drill conducted on 09/14/2023. Facility provides activities in the form of games and exercise. At 2:20 PM, LPA reviewed six resident files and three staff files. Resident files contained required documents including admission agreements, current physician reports and resident appraisals. Staff files reviewed contained required documentation of annual training, health screen/TB, and criminal record clearance. At 3:00 PM, LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet and are audited monthly by staff. Medications are being administered per physician order. Based on the observations made during today's visit, the following violation is being cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report as well as appeal rights were discussed and provided with facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 13, 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.

Who holds the licence

Paradise Home and Garden, Inc., licensed since 2012, operates 4 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

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.

Find a detail about life at this home.

Rooms & the spaces they will use

Meals, preferences & familiar food

Activities & the rhythm of a day

  • Activity types offeredActivities On-site

    Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Trips outside the home

    Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Faith, culture & language

  • Languages spoken by caregiversFilipino · English

    Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Visiting & staying involved

  • Public transit access claimed

    Reported on aplaceformom.com · seen September 9, 2026.

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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