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The Heavenly Home

Small home·Licensed for 6·Mission Viejo, California

Licensed since 2022Licence #306006101Medi-Cal ALW
  • Care approvals on fileHospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$5,450 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,450–$6,700
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · August 9, 2026
  • Last state visitMarch 23, 2026CDSS inspection record

The Heavenly Home 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 2022. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care and dementia 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 The Heavenly Home

Is The Heavenly Home licensed?

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

How many residents is The Heavenly Home licensed for?

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

Has The Heavenly Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is The Heavenly Home still open?

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

What does The Heavenly Home cost?

$5,450 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,450–$6,700. 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. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.

Does The Heavenly Home take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, August 9, 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 Southern California Hospice Foundation, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center is 2.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can The Heavenly Home keep a resident on hospice?

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

The Heavenly Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “HEAVENLY HOME, THE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306006101. 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 Southern California Hospice Foundation, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2022, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 6 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 6 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 23, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
  • Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • BedriddenApproved by the state

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. 6 BEDRIDDEN. BEDROOM #1 APPROVED FOR A CAPACITY OF 2 CLIENTS. BEDROOMS 2,3,4,5 APPROVED FOR CAPACITY OF 1 CLIENT. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

4 more questions to ask the home
  • Two-person transfers or a lift

    Not on file

    Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”

  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”

  • Medicines

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation not on file

    Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,450a month to start

Likely $4,450–$6,700

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

Likely monthly total

$5,450a month

Likely $4,450–$6,850

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$5,450likely $4,450–$6,700

    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 $4,450–$6,850
$5,450
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,200–$9,900
$7,450
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, August 9, 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.
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 $4,000–$6,000.

  • 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

  • 24552 Mosquero Ln, 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 2022. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 23, 2026.

On file since
2022
State visits
6
Most recent visit
March 23, 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
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2026110202511020241102022330

The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Mar 23, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On March 23, 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. Facility administrator (AD) Michelle Wulfestieg was at the facility to assist with the inspection. For this visit, there are three staff members on duty, all of which are background cleared and associated. The PUB475 ‘See Something, Say Something’ poster was observed to be located in the hallway near the front entrance. LPA observed that Michelle Wulfestieg has a valid Administrator certificate which expires on April 21, 2027. The facility is a Residential Care facility for the Elderly (RCFE) licensed for six residents, six of which may be bedridden, and a hospice waiver for six. LPA toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with AD. For this visit, there are a total of three bedridden residents, one non-ambulatory resident, and one ambulatory resident in care, and four of which are on hospice. The facility is a single story home. There are a total of five bedrooms, four of which are private resident bedrooms and one is a shared 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 that there are locked cabinets in the office for employee and resident records. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as well as auditory exit alarms were tested and operational. There are a total of two bathrooms, one is for residents and one is communal. 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 119.3 and 119.4 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 living room. Fire extinguisher had a receipt with a purchase date of January 9, 2026. LPA observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan, which is posted in the hallway. LPA observed the facility conducted their last emergency disaster drill on February 9, 2026. Facility had a valid liability certificate on file. Facility had back-up emergency food and water supplies, 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 room near the front entrance, inaccessible to residents in care. Chemicals were observed to be locked in the garage and in the kitchen. LPA observed the door leading to the attached two car garage has an auditory exit alarm. The garage is used for storage, laundry, and has an art table for residents. Chemicals are stored in a locked cabinet in the garage. 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, five resident files and four staff files were reviewed. All staff are background cleared and associated with the facility. LPA reviewed residents’ medication and medication records. Three resident interviews were conducted. 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 during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted with Michelle Wulfestieg. 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, Mar 23, 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.

20251 state visit · 1 document
Mar 6, 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 Caregiver Vanessa Rosales followed by Caregiver Denise Hyde and explained the reason for the visit. Administrator (Admin) Michelle Wulfestieg arrived on premise to assist with the inspection. Administrator Wulfestieg has a valid administrator's certificate expiring on April 21, 2025. The facility is a single story structure and is licensed to operate for bedridden residents and has a hospice waiver for six residents. During the tour of the physical plant, LPA observed five resident bedrooms and two resident bathrooms. Resident bedrooms had all required furnishings. Bathrooms were found to be in compliance, clean, and operational. The hot water temperature measured at 113.0 and 112.8 degrees Fahrenheit. All common areas were inspected including the attached two car garage. LPA observed sufficient emergency food and water. 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. Both exit gates were self-closing and self-latching. LPA observed sufficient seating and shading. The fire extinguisher was mounted and purchased on January 14, 2025 per review of the purchase receipt. The auditory devices and dual functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. Emergency evacuation drills are conducted quarterly. Last known drill was conducted on January 14, 2025 per review of the log. The first aid kit contains all necessary elements. The facility land line number, (949) 770-7243, was tested and remains available. The liability insurance is valid expiring on July 1, 2025. The Complaint Poster, 'See Something, Say Something,' (PUB 475) was available and posted in the correct size. LPA conducted a file review of all residents and one staff. No discrepancies noted. Medications were audited. Documentation errors observed. Interviews were conducted. The following items were addressed during the exit interview: to assemble the emergency supplies and amend the Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610D), to ensure a record of each dose is maintained properly, and to maintaining a log when reconciling the medications. Based on the observations made during today's visit, no deficiencies are being cited. Advisory Notes (LIC9102s) are also being issued. An exit interview was conducted Administrator Michelle Wulfestieg, and a copy of this report and the LIC9102s were provided at the end of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 6, 2025

The state marks this report as 4 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 2. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20241 state visit · 1 document
Jan 18, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On today's date, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessica Cho arrived unannounced to conduct the Required -1 Year Inspection. LPA stated the purpose of the visit to House Manager (HM) Kyshawna Owensby and Administrator (Admin) Michelle Wulfestieg and Licensee Shundra Moss arrived to assist with the inspection. LPA observed a total of 5 residents in care and three staff. LPA conducted a tour of indoor/outdoor area of the facility accompanied by HM Owensby and Admin Wulfestieg and the following were observed: This is a single story facility comprised of five resident bedrooms and two resident bathrooms, staff office, backyard, and a two car garage. LPA observed the backyard has patio cover for shading with outdoor furniture. The five resident bedrooms are spacious and can easily accommodate the residents' furnishings. Furniture for each resident bedrooms were inspected. The bathrooms were clean, faucets, and toilets were operational. The hot water temperature reading measured at 118.9 and 119.7 degrees Fahrenheit. There were sufficient supply of clean linens. LPA observed a 2-day supply of perishables and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food as required per regulations. The carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were tested and operational. LPA observed medications were centrally stored and secured. Administrator acknowledged to pay the upcoming licensing fee due March 30, 2024. LPA reviewed the five resident files and three staff files, interviewed one out of the five residents and three out of the three staff. LPA offered consultation for the following: to have the fire extinguisher serviced or purchased annually, to correctly dispense the medication corresponding with the calendar date, and to correctly document on the bubble pack when the medication refill started. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, no deficiencies are being cited during today's visit. Two Technical Violations (TVs) will be issued. See the attached LIC9102s. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Michelle Wulfestieg, Licensee Shundra Moss, House Manager Kyshawna Owensby, and a copy of this report including the TVs were issued at the end of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 18, 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

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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.

  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. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  4. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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