Kaela's Home For Elderly
State licensed24176 Mcoy Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Ruby Cottage
Lake Forest, CaliforniaState inspected Jul 15, 2025, 2 citations since 2022
About Ruby Cottage
Ruby Cottage brings personalized assisted living to Lake Forest, California, where compassionate care meets the independence our residents deserve. Our team supports daily living activities while honoring each person's preferences and routines, creating a home-like environment that feels genuinely welcoming.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#306006164, Licensed
Location
Lake Forest, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
24182 Mccoy Rd, Lake Forest, California 92630
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Ruby Cottage. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Ruby Cottage on July 15, 2025.
Since May 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 2 routine inspections, 3 complaint visits and 3 other visits.
Inspectors issued 2 Type B citations. A Type B citation means a potential risk if not corrected.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 2 complaints, and found 1 allegation substantiated.
Last visit
Jul 15, 2025
Routine inspections
2
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
2
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Other visits | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jul 15, 2025, Jul 25, 2024.
Complaints
- September 24, 20241 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded
- August 17, 20231 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 306006164
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- July 8, 2022
- Licensee
- Badac Cottages,inc.
- Administrator
- Bravo, Venus S
Location
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24182 Mccoy RdLake Forest, CA 92630
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Ruby Cottage had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Ruby Cottage 0 Type A citations and 2 Type B citations since May 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Ruby Cottage last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on July 15, 2025. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Ruby Cottage?+
The state investigated 2 complaints since May 2022. Of the allegations, 1 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 1 unsubstantiated and 2 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.