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Ryan's Open Arms
Small home·Licensed for 6·Huntington Beach, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,250 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,500–$5,250
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
- Last state visitJuly 10, 2026CDSS inspection record
Ryan's Open Arms is a small care home in Huntington Beach — 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 2018. 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 Ryan's Open Arms
Is Ryan's Open Arms licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Ryan's Open Arms licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Ryan's Open Arms been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Ryan's Open Arms still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Ryan's Open Arms cost?
$4,250 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,500–$5,250. 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 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 13 other homes of a similar licensed size in Huntington Beach that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,800 (n = 13 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.
Does Ryan's Open Arms take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Cheng & Co LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. See the homes licensed to Cheng & Co., LLC — at least 3 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kindred Hospital Westminster is 1.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Ryan's Open Arms keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 3 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Ryan's Open Arms license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “RYAN'S OPEN ARMS”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306005485. 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 Cheng & Co LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2018, 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 2018, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 10, 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 3 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
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY ONLY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR THREE (3).
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 3 — 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
$4,250a month to start
Likely $3,500–$5,250
From 9 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,250a month
Likely $3,500–$5,450
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$4,250likely $3,500–$5,250
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 9 small 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 $3,500–$5,450
- $4,250
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,100–$8,600
- $6,250
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, 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 appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. For a resident on SSI/SSP, California’s 2026 standard sends $1,444.07 a month to the home for 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 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 $3,850–$5,750.
- 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
- Jc Home for Seniors-CareHuntington Beach · 0.7 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Caring Hands Senior Home CareWestminster · 0.7 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Faithful Home of Huntington BeachHuntington Beach · 0.8 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Meadowlark Gardens on CornellHuntington Beach · 0.8 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Jc Home for Seniors - ThorHuntington Beach · 1.0 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Ocean RetreatHuntington Beach · 1.0 mi · Small home$3,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Hands Care HomeHuntington Beach · 1.9 mi · Small home$4,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Loving Home CareWestminster · 2.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Fountain Garden Guest HomeFountain Valley · 2.7 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 6942 Dresden Cir, Huntington Beach, CA 92647Address 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 2021, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2018. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 10, 2026.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- July 10, 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 2018.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
Jul 10, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On July 10, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Eboni Bentley arrived unannounced for the purposes of conducting a required 1-Year annual visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA Bentley was greeted and granted entry into the facility by staff, after stating the reason for the visit. Administrator (AD) Chin-Wen "Megan" Cheng arrived shortly to assist with the visit. Administrator Chin-Wen Cheng has an administrator certificate that expires on September 16, 2027. The facility is licensed to operate age 60 and over for (6) non-ambulatory only residents, with a Hospice waiver for three (3). The building is a single story structure located in a residential neighborhood, which consists of the following: five (5) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff bedroom, three (3) bathrooms, living area, dining area, kitchen, an outdoor covered seating area, and an attached two car garage. The facility currently has a census of six (6) residents in care with one receiving hospice services. LPA Bentley toured the inside and outside of the physical plant with AD Cheng. All rooms were inspected and the facility was observed to be appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, storage for each resident’s personal belongings was observed. Additional linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked and available. Bathrooms were found to be clean and operational with water temperatures measured between 105 degrees F to 111.7 degrees F. The kitchen was observed clean, all appliances were operational, and there was a two-day supply of perishable and seven-day supply of non-perishable food available. Toxins, disinfectants, sharps, and medications were secured. The backyard was observed with a shaded seating area for residents and the facility has one exit gate that was operational. CONTINUE TO LIC809-C...... The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors were operable. An emergency safety drill was last conducted on April 9, 2026 and are conducted quarterly. Emergency food, emergency water, and emergency supplies were stored in the garage and in a bench in the backyard. The facility has two (2) fire extinguishers that were charged, mounted, and last serviced on December 12, 2025. First aid kit is maintained and contains all the necessary elements. A working telephone (714-894-2835) remains available and the facility has a device that can be used for teleconference purposes. Liability Insurance is effective December 24, 2025 and expires on December 24, 2026. LPA Bentley conducted an audit of six (6) resident files (R1-R6), four (4) staff files (S1-S4), and medication and medication administration records review. Interviews were conducted with staff and residents. Based on today’s observations, deficiencies are being cited during the visit, per Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Chin-Wen "Megan" Cheng, and a copy of this report, LIC809D, LIC811s, and appeal right were provided at the end of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 10, 2026
Jul 17, 2025Facility 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 Staff #1. During today’s visit, LPA met with Chin-Wen "Megan" Chen, Administrator (AD). The facility is a five bedroom, one office room and three bathroom single story home with an approved fire clearance of six non-ambulatory residents of which three may be on hospice. The facility currently has a census of four residents in care with one receiving hospice services. 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 108.5 and 114.2 degrees Fahrenheit and all smoke detectors were operational. The fire extinguisher is charged and was serviced on June 27, 2025. The facility’s last fire drill was conducted on July 9, 2025. The facility has video surveillance in common areas and all resident Admissions Agreements are signed, giving permission for use. The cameras do not have audio. 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. Sharps and knives were secured in a locked drawer. All appliances were in working order and chemical/cleaning supplies were secured under the sink. Kitchen was clean and no odors were detected. Washer and dryer were observed in garage with additional emergency food supplies. (Continued on LIC 809-C) (Continued from LIC 809) The exterior of the facility had artificial turf with a mini-putting area, plants and a shaded seating area. Exterior gate was self-latching and in working order. There is plenty of outdoor space for activities. LPA observed board games, books and a tactile activity dartboard. LPA observed medication storage and reviewed the centrally stored medications. Per review medications are being given as prescribed. The First Aid Kit had all the required elements and a First Aid Manual, by the American Red Cross. The PUB 475 poster, Theft and Loss and Resident Council information were all posted in the common hallway. LPA reviewed three of three staff training and fingerprint records and conducted a complete review of resident records. Staff had required hours for training and bed rail orders were on file for three residents. 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 September 16, 2025. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, the facility appears to be in compliance with Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies cited on this date. An exit interview was conducted with Chin-Wen "Megan" Chen, Administrator (AD) and a copy of the report and files reviewed (LIC 858 & LIC 859) were given at the time of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 17, 2025
Sep 11, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 9/11/2024, Licensing Program Analyst's (LPA's) Jenifer Tirre and William Venagas conducted an unannounced required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA's was greeted by staff and granted entry after stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator (Admin) Megan Chen was present to assist with the facility inspection on today's date. The facility is licensed for six (6) non-ambulatory residents with approved hospice waiver for three (3) residents. Currently, there are two (2) Hospice residents present during today’s visit. This is a single story with a two-car garage facility. The facility has four resident bedrooms (Two shared, two private), one staff room, one staff office, and three bathrooms. At around 2:00, LPA's conducted a tour of the physical plant accompanied by Administrator, and the following was observed: There were no bodies of water on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in operational condition, lighting was provided, and storage for the client's personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were available during the visit. Bathrooms were operational with water temperature measured at 111.2 degrees F. LPA's observed the facility to be furnished at the time of the visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected, and sufficient perishable and non-perishable food was maintained adequately. Facility has two fire extinguishers that are mounted and charged. A review of the Medication Records Administration (MAR) was conducted, and LPA observed the records are in compliance. CONTINUED ON 809C During the visit, LPA's observed the facility's infection control practices. LPA's observed screening protocols for visitors, staff, and residents, and sanitizing stations in common areas and restrooms. LPA observed the facility has a supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). All mandated inspection control posters were posted. LPA observed First Aid Kit was maintained. A working landline phone was operational. The last fire drill was conducted on 9/4/2024. The facility had operational smoke and carbon monoxide in bedrooms and common areas. The facility has current liability insurance on file effective 12-24-23 - 12-24-24. The facility is current on Community Care Licensing annual dues. A review of five residents (R1-R5) service files and two staff (S1-S2) personnel files revealed to be complete. The facility has the current administrator's certification on file for Megan Chen # 6037769740 - Expiration 9/16/25 No deficiencies during this inspection visit. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator, and a copy of the report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 11, 2024
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
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.
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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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