Laguna Palms I

Overview of Laguna Palms I

Conveniently situated near different churches in Kings Road, Laguna Niguel, CA, Laguna Palms I is a quaint community that offers assisted living. Committed to enhancing residents’ quality of life, the community delivers the utmost care and attention 24/7 for up to six residents. Spend your later years without worries with the community handling the housekeeping and other household responsibilities.

With its cozy setting, residents are encouraged to interact with their neighbors and do the things they love for leisure and wellness. Healthy and delicious meals are also served to satisfy cravings and dietary needs. The community is great for those looking for assistance in living their day-to-day activities while still having the independence to spend their day as they please.

Facility Direct Line (949) 859-7929

6-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

29 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 25 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

83%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

5 / 6

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceAugust 1, 1996

CountyOrange

Laguna Palms I is legally operated by Residential Care Services, Inc., and administered by Michael Milo.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 2 citations 5 total visits 1 complaint visit 4 official inspections

Inspection Score

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

Inspection Scorecard 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

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	2	10	This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	0	3	This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 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.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	2	4	This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.4	3.3	This facility has 88% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 88% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	5	16	This facility has 69% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 69% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	1	13	This facility has 92% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 92% better Rank #210 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 210th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 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.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	0	7	This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	4	4	This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg

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

February 11, 2026 complaint investigation found all allegations unsubstantiated with no citations issued after staff and resident interviews.
August 4, 2025 annual inspection cited one deficiency for a staff member lacking required 4-hour training on postural supports and hospice care.
August 20, 2024 annual inspection cited one deficiency for missing current Appraisal/Needs and Service Plans for 3 of 5 residents.

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Housekeeping Services

Beauty Services

Transportation Services

Recreational Activities

1.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Laguna Niguel's city center to Laguna Palms I's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

Who is the owner of Laguna Palms I?

Laguna Palms I is legally operated by Residential Care Services, Inc., and administered by Michael Milo.

Is Laguna Palms I in a walkable area?

Laguna Palms I has a walk score of 25. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Laguna Palms I?

Laguna Palms I's occupancy is 83%.

How long has Laguna Palms I been in business?

Laguna Palms I has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Laguna Palms I?

No, Laguna Palms I has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Laguna Palms I?

Michael Milo is the administrator of Laguna Palms I.

How many beds does Laguna Palms I have?

Laguna Palms I has 6 beds.

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