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Tender Leisure Care
Small home·Licensed for 6·Mission Viejo, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
- Estimated starting rate$4,750 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,900–$5,850
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitMay 13, 2026CDSS inspection record
Tender Leisure Care 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 1996. 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 Tender Leisure Care
Is Tender Leisure Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
How many residents is Tender Leisure Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Has Tender Leisure Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 1996, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Tender Leisure Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Tender Leisure Care cost?
$4,750 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,900–$5,850. 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 Tender Leisure Care 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 Tender Leisure Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Memorialcare Saddleback 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 Tender Leisure Care 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.
Tender Leisure Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “TENDER LEISURE CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #306000377. 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 Tender Leisure Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- First licensed in 1996, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 1996, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 1996, 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 1996, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is May 13, 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 · 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
6 NON-AMBULATORY, HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 3.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
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
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”
State licensing record · September 13, 2026
3 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
What it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,750a month to start
Likely $3,900–$5,850
From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Likely monthly total
$4,750a month
Likely $3,900–$6,050
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$4,750likely $3,900–$5,850
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 $3,900–$6,050
- $4,750
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,550–$9,150
- $6,750
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.
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 $4,000–$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
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- Pacifica CottageMission Viejo · 0.2 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Oasis Home for the Elderly IIMission Viejo · 0.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Rainbow CottageMission Viejo · 0.3 mi · Small home$4,300Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Soleil Senior LivingMission Viejo · 0.3 mi · Small home$4,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Pacific Sun Senior CareMission Viejo · 0.5 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Paradise Residential Senior Care 2Lake Forest · 0.5 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Port ViejoMission Viejo · 0.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Infinity Home CareMission Viejo · 0.6 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Ak and David Senior CareLake Forest · 0.6 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- St. Joseph's HomeMission Viejo · 0.6 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Chapters RCFEMission Viejo · 0.6 mi · Small home$8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Vividus Senior LivingMission Viejo · 0.8 mi · Small home$5,250Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Loving Elderly Care HomeLaguna Hills · 0.8 mi · Small home$3,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Aegean Hills Senior LivingMission Viejo · 0.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rainbow Cottage IILaguna Hills · 0.8 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Golden Years Residential CareMission Viejo · 0.9 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Pericles Elderly Care HomeMission Viejo · 0.9 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Jj Assistance Home CareMission Viejo · 0.9 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Adelanto Covenant Care 2Laguna Hills · 1.0 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Aaa Laguna Hills Assistance Care HomeLaguna Hills · 1.0 mi · Small home$3,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort and Care for the ElderlyMission Viejo · 1.0 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- Comfort Cottages #1Laguna Hills · 1.2 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Faithful HomeMission Viejo · 1.2 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 25532 Althea, 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 2021, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 1996. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated May 13, 2026.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- May 13, 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 1996.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
May 13, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On May 13, 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) Stephen Venanzi 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 Stephen Venanzi has renewed his Administrator's certificate on April 28, 2026. The facility is a Residential Care facility for the Elderly (RCFE) licensed for six residents, six of which may be non-ambulatory, none of which may be bedridden, and a hospice waiver for three. LPA toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with AD. For this visit, there are a total of five non-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 four bedrooms, two of which are private resident bedrooms and two are shared bedrooms. 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. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as well as auditory exit alarms were tested and operational. There are a total of two full bathrooms, both are for residents and 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 113.9 and 114.9 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 purchased in 2025. LPA observed all the required postings in the hallway. LPA observed the facility conducted their last emergency disaster drill on April 6, 2026. 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 and 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 is one exit gate 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 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. The facility has valid liability insurance that expires on August 6, 2026. Based on today's observations, there are no deficiencies being cited per Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. A Technical violation was issued. An exit interview was conducted with the licensee. This report was reviewed with the licensee and a copy was provided at the end of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 13, 2026
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.
May 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Gough made an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of conducting the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by staff. LPA met with Administrator (AD) Stephen Venanzi and explained the reason for the inspection. There are currently five residents at the facility of which all were seen engaging in musical therapy with the musical therapist that comes to the facility. The facility is a one-story home with four resident bedrooms, one caregiver bedroom, two bathrooms, kitchen, living room, dining room, two car garage, and backyard. Facility appears clean, safe, and sanitary. LPA observed the kitchen to be free of debris and vermin. LPA observed a two-day perishable and seven-day non-perishable food supply ready and on hand. LPA observed the toxins to be stored under the locked kitchen sink made inaccessible to residents in care. LPA observed the knives and sharps to be locked in a drawer in the kitchen located by the stove made inaccessible to residents in care. LPA observed the centrally stored medication to be stored in a locked cabinet located in the kitchen and made inaccessible to residents in care. LPA observed a fire extinguisher located in the kitchen to be fully charged and serviced. LPA observed all resident bedrooms to have the required components and furnishings. LPA observed that all doors leading to the outside had alarmed exits. LPA observed an extra clean linen supply located in the hallway for resident use. LPA observed resident bathrooms to have toilet paper, paper towels, and non-slip mats. LPA tested the water to be 116.6 degrees Fahrenheit in the resident bathrooms. LPA observed the staff bedroom to be locked made inaccessible to residents in care. LPA observed the emergency food and water supply to be located in the garage. Continue on 809-C LPA observed extra food storage and toxins to be stored separate in the locked garage made inaccessible to residents in care. LPA observed the backyard to have a shaded seating area for resident use and is free of obstructions. LPA observed birds in bird cages in the backyard that are well maintained and appear to be clean and free of odor. LPA reviewed resident files, no discrepancies were observed. LPA reviewed resident medications, no discrepancies were observed. LPA reviewed staff files, no discrepancies were observed. LPA tested the carbon monoxide and smoke detectors and they were found to be operational. All staff present have been background cleared and are associated to the facility. Based on today’s inspection no deficiencies are being noted per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Stephen Venanzi and a copy of this report was given at the time of the inspection.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 13, 2025
Aug 9, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amy Rodgers conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was greeted and allowed entry into the facility by care giver Romuald Adona to whom LPA discussed the purpose of the visit..Administrator Stephen Venanzi Jr. and Licensee/Administrator Stephen Venanzi later join the visit. According to the facility’s license, the facility has a maximum capacity of six (6) non-ambulatory clients with a hospice waiver for 3. LPA, accompanied by care giver and administrator Stephen Venanzi Jr. toured 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. 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. Centrally stored medications were properly stored and locked in medication cabinet. 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] No pools or bodies of water on the premises. Per Licensee/Administrator Venanzi, 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 were complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA interviewed staff members and reviewed the staff records/files. LPA interviews did not raise any licensing concerns. LPA interviews with clients did not raise any licensing concerns. Staff records review verified that all staff records are complete and compliant. All direct care staff have First Aide/CPR certificates, and staff training. Resident records reviewed and confirmed compliant. Administrator’s certification is current. LPA reviewed the theft and loss policy and procedures. Transportation procedures are compliant. LPA observed that residents were being treated with dignity by staff, and there were sufficient staff on duty to meet resident’s needs An exit interview was conducted with Licensee/ Administrator Stephen Venanzi , 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 9, 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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