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Seasons at Laguna - 3

Small home·Licensed for 6·Mission Viejo, California

Licensed since 2015Licence #306004769
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,150 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,200–$6,350
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit6 of 6 beds occupiedMay 9, 2023 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitMay 8, 2026CDSS inspection record

Seasons at Laguna - 3 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 2015. 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 Seasons at Laguna - 3

Is Seasons at Laguna - 3 licensed?

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

How many residents is Seasons at Laguna - 3 licensed for?

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

Has Seasons at Laguna - 3 been cited?

0 Type A and 1 Type B citation since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Seasons at Laguna - 3 still open?

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

What does Seasons at Laguna - 3 cost?

$5,150 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,200–$6,350. 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 Seasons at Laguna - 3 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 Seasons at O.C. LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center is 2.2 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Seasons at Laguna - 3 keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 5 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Seasons at Laguna - 3 license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “SEASONS AT LAGUNA - 3”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306004769. 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 Seasons at O.C. LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 1 Type B citation on file since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2015, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is May 8, 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 5 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 OF WHICH 5 MAY BE BEDRIDEEN. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 5.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 5 — 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

$5,150a month to start

Likely $4,200–$6,350

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

Likely monthly total

$5,150a month

Likely $4,200–$6,500

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$5,150likely $4,200–$6,350

    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 $4,200–$6,500
$5,150
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,900–$9,600
$7,150
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 $4,050–$5,850.

  • 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

  • 26291 Avenida Calidad, 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 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2015. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated May 8, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
6
Most recent visit
May 8, 2026
Occupied · May 9, 2023 visit
6 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated May 9, 2023. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations1typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations1typical 0
  • Total complaints1typical 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 2015.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20261102025110202422020231112022110

The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
May 8, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On May 8, 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) Maricel Guibilondo about the visit. For this visit, there are two staff members on duty, both 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 near the front entrance. LPA observed that Maricel Guibilondo has a pending renewal for Administrator certificate for April 30, 2026. The facility is a Residential Care facility for the Elderly (RCFE) licensed for six residents, six of which may be non-ambulatory, five of which may be bedridden, and a hospice waiver for five. LPA toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with AD. For this visit, there are a total of four non-ambulatory residents in care, two of which are on hospice, and two 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 is a staff bedroom. LPA toured each bedroom with the AD 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 six bathrooms, five are for residents and one is for staff. 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 115.7 and 118.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility met the minimum two-day perishable and seven-day non-perishable food supplies. Sharp items and knives were locked in a kitchen cabinet and inaccessible to residents in care. Fire extinguisher was charged, mounted and located in the kitchen. Fire extinguisher was dated and tagged on September 15, 2025. LPA observed all the required postings in the front entrance. LPA observed the facility conducted their last emergency disaster drill on May 1, 2026. Facility had back-up emergency food and water supply, located in the kitchen and the garage. LPA observed that the First Aid kit had all the required components. Medications were observed to be locked in a medication room in the hallway, inaccessible to residents in care. Chemicals were observed to be locked underneath the kitchen sink. LPA observed the door leading to the attached two car garage is kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. The garage is used for storage and laundry. For the exterior portion, LPA observed patio furniture under shading, and the grounds were free of any hazards or obstructions. There are two self-closing gates in the backyard that can be opened in case of an emergency. No bodies of water were observed. During this visit, six resident files and two 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. An exit interview was conducted with the administrator. 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, May 8, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
May 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessica Cho arrived unannounced for the purpose of conducting the Required 1-Year annual evaluation using the Care Inspection Tool. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Administrator/Caregiver Maricel Guibilondo and explained the reason for the visit. Administrator (Admin) Guibilondo holds a valid certificate expiring on November 12, 2025. The facility is a single story structure and is licensed to provide services for age range 60 and over for six non-ambulatory of which 5 may be bedridden. A waiver was granted to provide hospice services to five residents at one time. During today's visit, there are four residents under hospice care and two staff on duty. LPA toured the physical plant with Admin Guibilondo. Facility is clean and operational with the exception of the keypad lock on the garage door. LPA observed six resident bedrooms/bathrooms. There is one additional staff bedroom and bathroom. Resident bedrooms had all required furnishings. Bathrooms were found to be in compliance, clean, and operational. The hot water temperature measured at 118.4, 117.5, 119.8, 118.5, 120.0, and 119.6 degrees Fahrenheit in the resident bathrooms. All common areas were inspected including the attached two car garage. LPA reviewed the Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610E) and observed sufficient emergency food and water in the garage and kitchen pantry, however not all disaster supplies were obtained as noted on the LIC610E. Toxins, disinfectants, sharps, and medications were secured and inaccessible. LPA observed sufficient two-day supply of perishables and seven-day supply of non-perishable food available in the kitchen and garage. LPA toured the exterior portion of the facility. The outdoor passageway is free of obstruction. The exit gates were self-closing and self-latching. LPA observed sufficient seating and shading. The fire extinguisher was mounted and serviced on September 12, 2024. The auditory devices and dual functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. One detector was removed in the hallway by the room of Resident #7 (R7). Emergency evacuation drills are not conducted quarterly. Last drill was conducted on February 1, 2024. The facility land line number, (949) 397-9099, was tested and remains available. The Complaint Poster, 'See Something, Say Something,' (PUB 475) was available in the correct size and posted in the entry way. LPA conducted a review of all residents and two staff files. Discrepancies observed in staff/resident files as the health screening for one staff and Tuberculosis (TB) tests in one out of two staff and two out out of five residents were not completed, a doctor's order for the hospital bed and full bed rail for one hospice resident was not present at the time of the file review for Resident #6 (R6). No interviews were conducted as all residents were sleeping, and one staff interview was conducted. Medications were audited in three out of five residents. No discrepancies observed. The following items were addressed with the Admin: to repair the key padlock on the garage door, to reattach the smoke detector in the hallway by R7's bedroom, to amend the LIC610E and obtain disaster supplies noted on the plan, to obtain bed rail order for R6, to complete Health Screening (LIC503) and TB test for Staff #2 (S2) as well as R3 and R4. Based on the observations made during today's visit, deficiencies are being cited and Advisory Notes (LIC9102s) are also being issued. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator/Caregiver Maricel Guibilondo, and a copy of this report including the LIC809C, LIC809D, LIC9102s, LIC811s, and the appeal rights were provided at the end of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 13, 2025

The state marks this report as 9 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20242 state visits · 2 documents
Aug 16, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amy Rodgers conducted an unannounced Annual Continuation inspection. LPA was greeted and allowed entry into the facility by care giver Joy Recio to whom LPA discussed the purpose of the visit. Later, Administrator/Licensee Maricel N. Guibilondo joined the visit. According to the facility’s license, the facility has a maximum capacity of six (6) non-ambulatory clients, of which five (5) can be bedridden. Facility also has a hospice waiver for 5. LPA, accompanied Licensee/Administrator Maricel N. Guibilondo , to continue the tour of the interior and exterior of the facility, and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present, as well as Personal Protective Equipment. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. The facility’s ambient internal temperature was compliant. Hot water temperature at taps accessible to clients were all compliant. No pools or bodies of water on the premises. There was at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food present, all safely stored. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. There were no sharp objects, toxic chemicals/poisons, or open-faced heaters accessible to clients. LPA also conducted an inspection of the centrally stored medications today. They were properly stored and locked in medication room. Medication logs and medications reviewed were current and medications appear to be administered according to the label instructions. [Continued on 809-C] [Continued form 809] LPA conducted further interviews and per Administrator/Licensee Maricel N. Guibilondo, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all working. Fire extinguisher(s) were serviced within the last 12 months. First aid kit was complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA reviewed the theft and loss policy and procedures. Transportation procedures are compliant. LPA interviewed staff members and residents during the initial inspection on 8/9/2024 . LPA interviews did not raise any licensing concerns. Staff and resident records reviewed on 8/9/2024 verified that all staff and residents records are complete and compliant. Licensee presented proof of current liability insurance. LPA observed that residents were being treated with dignity by staff, and there were sufficient staff on duty to meet resident’s needs. Administrator’s certification is current. No deficiencies were observed or cited at the time of visit. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee/Administrator Maricel N. Guibilondo, to whom copies of this report, and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided at the conclusion of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 16, 2024
Aug 9, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amy Rodgers conducted an unannounced visit to commence a Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA Rodgers were welcomed by, identified themselves to, and discussed the purpose of the visit with Administrator/Licensee Maricel N. Guibilondo. During today’s visit, LPA toured the facility, reviewed staff and client records, and interviewed staff and clients. No deficiencies were cited during today’s visit. Due to time constraints, a return visit on a subsequent day is needed to complete the annual inspection. An exit interview was conducted with the Administrator/Licensee Maricel N. Guibilondo whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided during the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 9, 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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