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The Pageantry Cottage

Small home·Licensed for 6·Placentia, California

Licensed since 2021Licence #306006054
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Starting rate$6,500 a monthListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit4 of 6 beds occupiedSeptember 4, 2025 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitNovember 3, 2025CDSS inspection record

The Pageantry Cottage is a small care home in Placentia — 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 2021. 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 The Pageantry Cottage

Is The Pageantry Cottage licensed?

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

How many residents is The Pageantry Cottage licensed for?

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

Has The Pageantry Cottage been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 8 state visits over the same years.

Is The Pageantry Cottage still open?

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

What does The Pageantry Cottage cost?

$6,500 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living one bedroom with alcove, seen September 9, 2026.

Among 187 other homes of a similar licensed size across Orange County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 187 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 The Pageantry Cottage 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 The Pageantry Cottage LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

UCI Health-Placentia Linda is 1.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can The Pageantry Cottage 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 Pageantry Cottage license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “PAGEANTRY COTTAGE, THE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #306006054. 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 The Pageantry Cottage LLC, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2021, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 8 state inspection visits since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 8 state visits in that period.
  • 3 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2021, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is November 3, 2025, 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 careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

State licensing record · September 13, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR 6 NON-AMBULATORY. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

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

  • 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

This home’s starting rate

$6,500a month to start

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing

Likely monthly total

$6,500a month

Likely $6,500–$7,100

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 · where the price comes from
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$6,500this home

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living one bedroom with alcove, seen September 9, 2026.

  • Shared room insteadAsknot on file

    This home’s listed starting rate is for assisted living one bedroom with alcove. A shared room, if one is offered, may cost less — ask.

  • 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 $6,500–$7,100
$6,500
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $6,500–$10,600
$8,500

Lines marked “Ask” are not in the totals.

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 worksWhere this price comes from

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living one bedroom with alcove, seen September 9, 2026.

14 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,500–$7,000.

  • 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 14 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 125 Pageantry Dr, Placentia, CA 92870Address 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 8 documents for this home, and its records count 8 visits since 2021. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated November 3, 2025.

On file since
2021
State visits
8
Most recent visit
November 3, 2025
Occupied · September 4, 2025 visit
4 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 3 complaint reports the state published for this home, dated September 6, 2022 to September 4, 2025. 3 of the 3 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (3). 3 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 3 complaint reports 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 citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints3typical 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 2021.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202544020222202021220

The last 36 months — 4 of 8 documents

20254 state visits · 4 documents
Nov 3, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Claudia Gutierrez made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a Required/Annual Inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by Staff Jessie Santos. LPA met with Staff Katherine Espina and the purpose of the inspection was discussed. Administrator (AD) Macrina Jabonero was contacted by phone and arrived at approximately 9:30 a.m. During the inspection, LPA and Staff Espina conducted a tour of the inside and outside of the facility, common areas, resident rooms, kitchen, garage and observed the following: This is a single-story house with six resident bedrooms, five bathrooms, two staff bedrooms, and attached two-car garage. All resident bedrooms had the required furnishings. LPA observed all resident beds had linens and blankets. LPA observed all windows were screened. The backyard has a shaded sitting area. LPA observed residents resting in their respective bedrooms. Bathrooms were observed to be free of debris and mildew, faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature tested at 109.2 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the facility has a 2-day supply of perishables and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food as required by regulations. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. Fire extinguisher was observed to be fully charged with service tag dated November 18, 2024. Gas stove, microwave, washer, and dryer were all inspected and observed to be operable. Toxic chemicals, cleaning solutions, and disinfectants were observed to be inaccessible to residents. Medication was observed to be centrally stored and locked. LPA reviewed four of four resident files and three staff files. LPA interviewed two residents and two staff. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, no deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 3, 2025
Sep 4, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Resident was forced to take PRN medication Resident was physically abused by staff

An unannounced Complaint Investigation was conducted on this day by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Claudia Gutierrez. LPA met with Administrator (AD) Macrina Jabonero and explained the purpose of the inspection. Regarding the allegation Resident was forced to take PRN medication, the following was revealed: It is alleged R1 is being forced to take PRN medication. During the course of the investigation, interviews were conducted with R1, two additional facility residents, and two staff. During their interview, R1 denied ever being forced to take to any medication, including PRNs. Per R1, staff provide their medication to them by placing it in a medication cup and handing it to them, they then independently take the medication orally. During their interview, Resident 2 (R2) was unable to confirm or deny the allegation, however, LPA did observe R2 was provided with their medication, which was placed in a medication cup by staff. LPA then observed R2 take medication orally and independently. During their interview, Resident 3 (R3) denied the allegation and stated they have never been forced to take their medication and denied witnessing staff forcing any other resident to take their medication. (Cont. LIC9099-C) Unsubstantiated During their interview, Staff 1 (S1) denied ever personally forcing R1 or any other resident to take their medication. S1 also denied witnessing or having any knowledge of any other staff forcing any resident to take their PRN medication or any other medication. During their interview, AD denied staff force R1 or any other resident to take their medication and stated R1 is able to take medication independently without staff intervention. Regarding the allegation Resident was physically abused by staff, the following was revealed: It is alleged staff physically hold R1’s hands or hit R1 if R1 does not comply with taking PRN medication. During their interview, R1 denied ever being physically abused by staff and denied staff hitting them or holding their hands in order to get them to take PRN medication. During their interview, Resident 2 (R2) was unable to confirm or deny the allegation. During their interview, Resident 3 (R3) denied being personally hit by any staff and denied witnessing or having any knowledge of staff physically abusing or hitting any other resident. During their interview, Staff 1 (S1) denied ever personally hitting R1 or any other resident and denied witnessing or having any knowledge of staff physically abusing or hitting any resident. During their interview, AD denied personally hitting R1 or any other resident. AD also denied witnessing or receiving any reports of staff physically abusing or hitting any resident. Due to allegations being uncorroborated during interviews conducted, the Department is unable to determine if Resident was forced to take PRN medication or if Resident was physically abused by staff. Although the above allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore at this time the above allegations are unsubstantiated. An exit interview was conducted and copy of this report was provided at the end of the inspection.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 4, 2025 · control 22-AS-20250902145332
Jun 25, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Facility staff hit a resident on the head

An unannounced Complaint Investigation was conducted on this day by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Claudia Gutierrez for the purpose of delivering findings. LPA met with Administrator (AD) Macrina Jabonero and explained the purpose of the inspection. Complaint alleges former Staff 1 (S1) hit Resident 1 (R1) on the head. During the course of the investigation, interviews were conducted with R1, facility residents, and staff. During their interview, R1 did not disclose any physical abuse and stated facility staff treat him well. R1 denied ever witnessing or having any knowledge of staff hitting any resident and denied being personally hit by any staff. Interviews were also conducted with two additional facility residents; both denied being personally hit by staff or ever witnessing or having any knowledge of staff hitting any other resident. During their interview, AD stated an internal investigation into the allegation was conducted, consisting of resident and staff interviews, and did not reveal any wrongdoing by S1. (Cont. LIC9099-C) Unsubstantiated Per AD, a physical check of R1 was conducted and no bruising, discoloration, laceration, or injury was observed on R1’s head. AD stated that although the allegation was uncorroborated, the facility and S1 decided to amicably part ways, and S1 is no longer employed by the facility. LPA attempted to contact S1 by phone, however, S1 could not be reached to confirm or deny allegation. Due to allegation being uncorroborated during interviews conducted, the Department is unable to determine if facility staff hit a resident on the head. Although the above allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore at this time the above allegation is unsubstantiated. An exit interview was conducted and copy of this report was provided at the end of the inspection.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 25, 2025 · control 22-AS-20250620162005
Mar 21, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Saborit-Guasch made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by facility caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the purpose of the visit. Licensee Edna Tamondong and Administrator Macrina Jabonero were notified by telephone and arrived later to assist with the visit. There are currently four residents in care, three of which are receiving hospice care. LPA observed residents relaxing in their respective bedrooms and in the facility's common living areas, as well as having lunch in the facility's dining room. LPA accompanied by facility staff toured the physical plant. The facility is a one-story house with an attached garage. The facility has six private bedrooms and one staff room. There are three en-suite bathrooms and one shared bathroom throughout the facility. Bedrooms appeared clean and sanitary. Three beds are observed to be equipped with full rails. The hospice plans of care for the respective residents were reviewed and verified to include an order for the postural supports. All resident bedrooms have the required furnishings. Bathrooms appear clean and sanitary. Bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and slip mats. Hot water temperature measured at 108F, 115F and 118F in three separate bathrooms with faucets used for personal grooming. LPA observed the kitchen has a minimum two (2) day perishable and seven (7) day non-perishable food supply. Sharp items are stored in the secure drawer along with cleaning supplies in the laundry area. Medication central storage is stored securely in a locked closet. Fire extinguishers are charged and mounted, with up-to-date maintenance documented on the attached tags. LPA tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were found to be operational. The attached garage is inaccessible to residents. CONTINUED ON FORM LIC809-C CONTINUED FROM FORM LIC809 LPA and facility staff toured the outside of the facility. LPA observed an shaded outdoor seating area with furniture for resident use. There are self-latching gates on each route of egress. There are no bodies of water on the premises. Facility does not utilize locked perimeters or delayed egress. LPA reviewed four resident records which included all necessary components. LPA reviewed resident medication records and prescription orders for all residents with no discrepancies observed. Oxygen is in use and a sign was observed to be in place. There are no bedridden residents present on the premises. LPA reviewed staff records for six staff members. Records were found to be complete. Training and CPR/First aid training reviewed and up-to-date. All staff are background cleared and associated to the licensed location accurately. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to a facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 21, 2025

The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 2. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

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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  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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