Columns Care Home
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Tustin, CA

Overview of Columns Care Home

Administered by Catherine Hsi, Columns Care Home is a small, newly established assisted living community in Tustin, California. The home at 17332 Laurie Ln is operated by HKH Health Inc. It serves six residents max across a one-story building with one- and two-bedroom options.

For two years, Columns Care Home has built a strong operational foundation. It has an occupancy rate of 83 percent, indicating steady placement there. Residents benefit from a moderately walkable neighborhood (Walk Score: 54). Some daily errands can be finished on foot, though a brief drive is required for most trips.

State inspections have consistently affirmed the home’s compliance with licensing requirements. Recent annual inspections found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility maintains clean, sanitary conditions with secure medication storage and fully operational fire safety systems. Such oversight findings mirror the home’s dedication to health and safety standards.

For families exploring smaller, intimate care settings where occupants get personalized attention in a newer community, an on-site tour to Columns Care Home provides the clearest sense of daily life, room configurations, and its care approach.

Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1317 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1317th out of 1644 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
2 years in operation Rank #1287 / 1500Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1287th out of 1500 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 54 / 100 Rank #1240 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1240th out of 2087 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
83%
Rank #499 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 499th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
5 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceDecember 21, 2023
CountyOrange

Ownership & Operating Entity

Columns Care Home is legally operated by Hkh Health Inc, and administered by Catherine Hsi.

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

15 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 96 out of 100. Letter grade A. 15 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (75% below)
• Complaint visits (100% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Official inspections (50% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 416 This facility has 75% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 75% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • December 12, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed full compliance with all licensing requirements.
  • December 20, 2024 annual inspection noted the facility was clean, safe, sanitary, and had all safety equipment and documentation up to date.
  • November 30, 2023 pre-licensing inspection found the facility structurally sound with secure medication storage and operational fire safety equipment, meeting all licensing compliance standards.

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 60 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Columns Care Home

Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tustin's city center to Columns Care Home's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.86 miles to nearest hospital (Garden Grove Hospital and Medical Center)

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83.3% -Hkh Health Inc1 Bed / 2 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Columns Care Home is located in Tustin, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Columns Care Home

Who is the owner of Columns Care Home?

Columns Care Home is legally operated by Hkh Health Inc, and administered by Catherine Hsi.

Is Columns Care Home in a walkable area?

Columns Care Home has a walk score of 54. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Columns Care Home?

Columns Care Home's occupancy is 83%.

How long has Columns Care Home been in business?

Columns Care Home has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Columns Care Home?

Yes, Columns Care Home allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Columns Care Home?

Catherine Hsi is the administrator of Columns Care Home.

How many beds does Columns Care Home have?

Columns Care Home has 6 beds.

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