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Tessa's Place 1

(949) 331-3822

About Tessa's Place 1

Tessa's Place 1 provides compassionate assisted living for seniors in Mission Viejo, California, where personalized support meets everyday comfort. Our team understands that independence matters—we're here to help with the care you need while respecting the life you've built.

Community at a glance

Capacity

6 residents

State license

#306005907, Licensed

Location

Mission Viejo, CA

Status

Listed in a public registry

Care & services offered

Assisted Living

Contact & location

26075 Arcada Drive, Mission Viejo, California 92691

(949) 331-3822

California inspection record

From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Tessa's Place 1. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports

State inspectors last visited Tessa's Place 1 on August 18, 2026.

Since February 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 3 routine inspections, 9 complaint visits and 1 other visit.

Inspectors issued 3 Type A citations and 2 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.

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 5 complaints, and found 4 allegations substantiated.

Last visit

Aug 18, 2026

Routine inspections

3

Type A citations

3

Type B citations

2

Visits and citations

Kind of visitVisitsType AType B
Routine inspections300
Complaint investigations912
Other visits120

Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Oct 15, 2025, Mar 17, 2025, Nov 9, 2022.

Complaints

  • August 18, 20262 allegations substantiated, 2 citations
  • July 22, 20261 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded, 1 citation
  • June 16, 20264 unsubstantiated
  • October 15, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated
  • March 14, 20242 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded
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
306005907
License type
Residential Care Elderly
Status
Licensed
Licensed capacity
6 residents
Licensed since
December 28, 2020
Licensee
Tessa's Place Inc.
Administrator
Avendano, Eleonor

Location

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26075 Arcada DriveMission Viejo, CA 92691

12 other communities within 10 miles

Senior living near Mission Viejo

Assisted Living: frequently asked questions

Has Tessa's Place 1 had any violations?+

California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Tessa's Place 1 3 Type A citations and 2 Type B citations since February 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 Tessa's Place 1 last inspected?+

State inspectors last visited on August 18, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.

Have there been complaints about Tessa's Place 1?+

The state investigated 5 complaints since February 2022. Of the allegations, 4 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 8 unsubstantiated and 3 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.

Senior living in Mission Viejo Assisted Living in California Assisted Living guide Information last updated October 2026