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St. Francis Home

1718 West Sixth Street

Santa Ana, CA 92703

74 beds • Est. 1994 (32 years)


FYI Safety Score

8.7 Good

St. Francis Home has 0 serious state citations and 4 minor state citations across 6 state inspections since 2022, with no complaints filed. Annual inspections have consistently found the facility in good order: bedrooms furnished and free of tripping hazards, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors operational, medications and sharps kept locked and inaccessible to residents, and adequate food supplies maintained. The most recent annual inspection on January 28, 2026, observed 32 residents in care and found no deficiencies. A September 2025 case management visit following a resident death also found no deficiencies. A 2023 case management visit reviewed an incident in which a resident voluntarily left the facility and chose not to return; staff contacted the resident's family and filed a police report after the required waiting period. No complaints have been filed with the state against this facility in its inspection history.


Why we like it

St. Francis Home is a 74-bed assisted living community in Santa Ana, operated by the Franciscan Missionary Sisters of the Immaculate Conception.

This private, nonprofit residence has been serving Orange County seniors for over 85 years, providing faith-based care in a quiet residential neighborhood. The home is open to any race or creed and accepts SSI/SSP, making it accessible to residents across income levels.

  • Excellent safety record

    The FYI Safety Score is 9.2 out of 10 (Excellent), reflecting a strong inspection history and commitment to resident safety.

  • Deeply mission-driven, nonprofit care

    Run by Franciscan Sisters as a 501(c) nonprofit for over 85 years. All revenue goes directly back into resident care, not profits.

  • Accepts SSI/SSP

    One of the relatively few assisted living communities that accepts Supplemental Security Income, making it financially accessible to lower-income seniors.

  • Bilingual communication

    Staff provides care and communication in both English and Spanish, serving Santa Ana's diverse community.

  • Comprehensive daily care

    Includes three nutritionally balanced meals and snacks, medication monitoring, personal care, supervised bathing, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation to doctor appointments.

  • Faith-based environment

    Daily Catholic Mass and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament are central to community life. Residents who prefer a secular environment may not feel at home.

  • Women only

    St. Francis Home is a residence for senior women. Male applicants will need to look elsewhere.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$7,014/mo
Studio$7,598/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

1718 West Sixth Street, Santa Ana, CA 92703

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Amenities & Services

Medication Management
Dining
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities Program
Library

Frequently asked questions

How safe is St. Francis Home?
St. Francis Home has a FYI Safety Score of 8.7 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 4 state citations and 0 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 6 inspections.
How much does St. Francis Home cost?
St. Francis Home starts at $7,014 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does St. Francis Home offer memory care?
St. Francis Home does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does St. Francis Home accept Medi-Cal?
St. Francis Home is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was St. Francis Home last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to St. Francis Home was on 2026-01-28. The facility has received 6 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does St. Francis Home have?
St. Francis Home has 4 state citations and 0 verified complaints since 2021 across 6 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 8.7 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has St. Francis Home been in operation?
St. Francis Home has been licensed for 32 years in Santa Ana, California, with a licensed capacity of 74 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
300600905
Size
74 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
January 1, 1994 (32 years)
Licensee
Franciscan Missionary Sisters
Administrator
Veronica Villalpando
Phone
(714) 542-0381
Address
1718 West Sixth Street, Santa Ana, CA 92703

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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