Joyful Living
Assisted Living · California, CA

Joyful Living

Assisted Living · California, CA

Overview of Joyful Living

Ideally located near delightful resturants and convenient amenities, Joyful Living is an esteemed community that focuses on assisted living. A compassionate and well-trained team attends to residents’ personal needs and daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and safety. The community has been delivering care since 2005, promising the highest quality of life for its residents.

Elevate your retirement with fun activities and engaging programs tailored to leisure and wellness. The community also actively monitors changes in residents’ conditions and assists with their medication to ensure their well-being. Delightful and healthy meals are served to satisfy nutritional needs and tastes. Make every moment of your later years count with a trusted community caring for their special needs.

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Types of Care at Joyful Living

Assisted Living
Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1337 / 1665Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1337th out of 1665 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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
5 years in operation Rank #739 / 1209Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 739th out of 1209 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 42 / 100 Rank #1529 / 2096Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1529th out of 2096 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
83%
Rank #485 / 1407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 485th out of 1407 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1407. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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 residents per home in California 87 per day

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJuly 31, 2020
CountyOrange

Ownership & Operating Entity

Joyful Living is legally operated by Adair Loving Care, Inc., and administrated by Robert Adair.

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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 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (75% below)
• Complaint visits (100% below)
• Other visits (100% below)
Latest Inspection July 10, 2025

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. 07 This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg

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

This facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with no deficiencies cited in the four most recent annual inspections from July 1, 2021, through July 10, 2025. Inspectors consistently found compliance with medication storage, safety measures, infection control, and licensing requirements, despite the facility being unoccupied and undergoing renovations for several years. No complaints were substantiated, and the licensee maintained current fees and coordinated with fire authorities for facility modifications.

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What does this home offer?

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Total Residents: 6 Residents

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Housing Options: Semi-Private / 1 Bed Room

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Building Type: Single-story

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Housekeeping Services

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Address 4.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Laguna Hills's city center to Joyful Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Joyful Living is located in Laguna Hills, 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Joyful Living

What neighborhood is Joyful Living in?

Joyful Living is in the North Laguna Hills neighborhood of Laguna Hills.

Who is the owner of Joyful Living?

The legal owner and operator of Joyful Living is Adair Loving Care, Inc..

Is Joyful Living in a walkable area?

Joyful Living has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Joyful Living?

Joyful Living's occupancy is 83%.

Who is the administrator of Joyful Living?

Robert Adair is the administrator of Joyful Living.

How many beds does Joyful Living have?

Joyful Living has 6 beds.

Has Joyful Living had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Joyful Living has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.

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