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Select Senior Care III
Small home·Licensed for 6·Huntington Beach, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$5,200 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,250–$6,400
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
- Last state visitMarch 6, 2026CDSS inspection record
Select Senior Care III 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 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 Select Senior Care III
Is Select Senior Care III licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Select Senior Care III licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Select Senior Care III been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Select Senior Care III still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Select Senior Care III cost?
$5,200 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,250–$6,400. 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 16 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 Select Senior Care III 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 Select Senior Care III LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Memorialcare Orange Coast Medical Center is 1.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Select Senior Care III keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Select Senior Care III license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “SELECT SENIOR CARE III”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306006114. 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 Select Senior Care III LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 5 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 5 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 March 6, 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 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 SIX (6) 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
$5,200a month to start
Likely $4,250–$6,400
From 16 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$5,200a month
Likely $4,250–$6,550
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
Starting monthly rate$5,200likely $4,250–$6,400
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 16 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 $4,250–$6,550
- $5,200
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,950–$9,650
- $7,200
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 16 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.
16 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,950–$6,100.
- 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 16 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Golden Heart Care HomeFountain Valley · 0.4 mi · Small home$4,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sterling Senior Community 12Huntington Beach · 0.6 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Matsonia Lane HomesHuntington Beach · 0.7 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Meadowlark Gardens VIIHuntington Beach · 0.8 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Jc Home for Seniors - LoveHuntington Beach · 0.9 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Loving Care Senior HomeFountain Valley · 1.0 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Crystal Cove Care #1Fountain Valley · 1.0 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Crystal Care HomeFountain Valley · 1.1 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Castlegate ManorHuntington Beach · 1.3 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Hills of Santa TeresaFountain Valley · 1.8 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Socal Assisted LivingHuntington Beach · 1.9 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Coastside Senior HomeCosta Mesa · 2.0 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- The Taylor CottageHuntington Beach · 2.1 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Ns CareFountain Valley · 2.3 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Fountain Garden Guest HomeFountain Valley · 2.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Oasis Assisted LivingCosta Mesa · 2.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 9542 Sailfish Dr, Huntington Beach, CA 92646Address 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 2022. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 6, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 5
- Most recent visit
- March 6, 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 2022.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
Mar 6, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On March 6, 2026, 2:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Edward Kim conducted an unannounced required 1-Year annual visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. Upon arrival at the facility, LPA Kim met with Administrator Daniel Datcu and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to operate for six (6) nonambulatory residents and has a hospice waiver for four (4) residents. The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: six (6) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff bedroom, four (4) bathrooms, living area, dining area, kitchen, fountain in the backyard, shed in the backyard, outdoor covered patio in the backyard, front patio has two chairs and table, and an attached two car garage. LPA Kim toured inside and outside of the physical plant. There were no obstructions in the facility. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, storage for each resident's personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. The Resident’s rooms were inspected: Resident Room 1, Resident Room 2, Resident Room 3, Resident Room 4, Resident Room 5, and Resident Room 6. Bathrooms were found to be clean and operational. The water temperature measured at 116.5 degrees F to 117.0 degrees F. A comfortable temperature of 76 degrees F was maintained in the facility. LPA Kim observed the facility to be appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. LPA observed a gallon of Dawn Professional Manual Pot and Pan Detergent and Weiman Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish aerosol can in an unlocked cabinet under the kitchen sink. Evaluation Report Continues on LIC 809-C The kitchen was inspected and there is a two-day supply of perishable and seven-day supply of non-perishable food both were available and maintained properly. Emergency food, emergency water, and emergency supplies are stored in the garage. The facility has one (1) fire extinguisher that is charged and mounted on the wall next to the dining room and was last inspected on July 11, 2025. During the visit, LPA Kim observed the facility's infection control practices, plan of operation, and screening protocols for visitors, staff, and residents. LPA observed the facility has a 30-day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). All mandated inspection control posters were posted. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were operable. A working telephone (714-756-2341) and video teleconferencing laptop dedicated to the residents both remain available. Last emergency drill was conducted on February 15, 2026 and is conducted monthly. First aid kit is maintained and contains all the necessary elements. Evidence of Liability Insurance is effective March 21, 2025, and expires March 21, 2026. LPA Kim conducted an audit of resident files (R1-R5), staff files (S1-S5), and medication and medication administration record that were all in order and complete. LPA Kim conducted interviews with four residents and two staff. A deficiency was cited during this visit per Title 22 Division 6 Chapter 8. LPA observed a gallon of Dawn Pot and Pan Detergent and Weiman Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish aerosol can in an unlocked cabinet under the kitchen sink. Staff removed Dawn detergent and Weiman Stainless Steel Cleaner and polish aerosol can in a locked area in the garage. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report, LIC809D, and appeal rights were provided to Administrator Daniel Datcu.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 6, 2026
May 14, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On May 14, 2025, at 1:45 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Edward Kim conducted an unannounced required 1-Year annual visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. Upon arrival at the facility, LPA Kim was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver (CG) Cinthya Gomez. Administrator (AD) Daniel Datcu arrived at the facility around 2:25 PM and LPA Kim explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to operate for six (6) nonambulatory residents, and has a hospice waiver for four (4) residents. The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: six (6) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff bedroom, four (4) bathrooms, living area, dining area, kitchen, fountain in the backyard, shed in the backyard, outdoor covered patio in the backyard, front patio has two chairs and table, and an attached two car garage. LPA Kim toured inside and outside of the physical plant with ADMIN Datcu. There were no obstructions in the facility. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, storage for each resident's personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. The Resident’s rooms were inspected: Resident Room 1, Resident Room 2, Resident Room 3, Resident Room 4, Resident Room 5, and Resident Room 6. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. The water temperature measured at 113.1 degrees F to 115.0 degrees F. A comfortable temperature of 76 degrees F was maintained in the facility. Evaluation Report Continues on LIC 809-C LPA Kim observed the facility to be appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is a two-day supply of perishable and seven-day supply of non-perishable food both were available and maintained properly. Emergency food, emergency water, and emergency supplies are stored in the garage. The facility has one (1) fire extinguisher that is charged and mounted on the wall next to the dining room and was last inspected on July 18, 2024. During the visit, LPA Kim observed the facility's infection control practices, plan of operation, and screening protocols for visitors, staff, and residents. LPA observed the facility has a 30-day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). All mandated inspection control posters were posted. PUB475 measured at 11”x17” instead of 20”x26”. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were operable. A working telephone (714-756-2341) and video teleconferencing laptop dedicated to the residents both remain available. Last emergency drill was conducted on May 5, 2025 and is conducted monthly.. First aid kit is maintained and contains all the necessary elements. Evidence of Liability Insurance is effective March 21, 2025, and expires March 21, 2026. LPA Kim conducted an audit of resident files (R1-R6), staff files (S1-S7), and medication and medication administration record. LPA Kim conducted two (2) resident interviews. No deficiencies were cited during this visit per Title 22 Division 6 Chapter 8. A technical violation was issued during the visit in regards to PUB475 measuring at 11” x 17”. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report and was provided to Administrator Daniel Datcu.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 14, 2025
The state marks this report as 4 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.
Jun 13, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 6/13/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jenifer Tirre conducted an unannounced required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA was greeted by staff and granted entry after stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator (AD) Daniel Datcu 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 four (4) 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 seven bedrooms, six resident rooms, one caregiver room and four bathrooms. At around 1:30PM, LPA conducted a tour of the physical plant accompanied by Administrator Datcu, 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 105.6 degrees F. A comfortable temperature of 76 degrees F. was maintained in the facility. LPA observed the facility to be furnished at the time of the visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, toxins 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, mounted and charged. A review of the Medication Records Administration (MAR) was conducted, and LPA observed the records are in compliance. CONT ON 809C During the visit, LPA observed the facility's infection control practices. LPA observed screening protocols for visitors, staff, and residents, and sanitizing stations in common areas and restrooms. LPA observed the facility has a 30-day 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 March 19, 2024. The facility had operational smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in bedrooms and common areas. The facility has current liability insurance on file effective 3/21/24 - 3/21/25. The facility is current on Community Care Licensing annual dues. A review of four residents (R1-R4) service files and three staff (S1-S3) personnel files revealed to be complete. The facility has the administrator's certification on file for Daniel Datcu 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, Jun 13, 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.
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.
- 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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