Pricing ranges from
    $4,788 – 5,745/month

    Cheerful Heart Homes

    9542 Sailfish Dr, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
    • Assisted Living

    Warm family-run home, caring staff

    I love living here - a warm, family-run, very clean home with caring, attentive staff (Ana is especially communicative) and an owner who stays involved. Homemade, plentiful meals, festive holidays, and comfortable, happy residents make this a wonderful place in Huntington Beach; I'm very pleased and would recommend it.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.83·(6)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.7
    • Meals

      3.7
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      4.8

    Pros

    • Clean, well-maintained environment
    • Fresh and plentiful food options
    • Comfortable, home-like residence
    • Friendly and attentive staff
    • Family-run management with owner involvement
    • Clear, responsive communication
    • Organized operations

    Cons

    • Inconsistent dining quality
    • Limited multilingual staffing causing communication challenges
    • Potential variability in resident experience

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression Cheerful Heart Homes presents as a small, family-run residential care setting with a consistently clean and orderly environment. Review content emphasizes a home-like, comfortable atmosphere and attentive day-to-day operation. Many comments highlight positive interactions with staff and an engaged owner/management presence, which appears to support timely communication with families.

    Care and staff Observers describe staff as friendly and attentive; caretakers are noted for their responsiveness and personal attention. The family-run model and owner involvement appear to create direct lines of communication between management and families, which many found reassuring. At the same time, the presence of language differences was raised as a barrier in some interactions; this suggests the facility may have limited multilingual staffing or that some staff–family exchanges require additional support to ensure clarity.

    Dining Dining feedback is mixed. Several accounts praise fresh food and abundant portions, suggesting the facility can provide substantial, appealing meals. Conversely, at least one account characterized the dining experience negatively, indicating variability in meal quality or preferences. Taken together, these comments point to inconsistent dining satisfaction rather than a single, uniform pattern — the facility appears capable of strong meal service but may have occasional lapses or mismatches with individual expectations and tastes.

    Activities, facilities, and management Reviews emphasize a comfortable house and organized interior; the physical setting is portrayed as well-maintained and residential rather than institutional. Specific programming and activities were not frequently described, so available evidence does not clarify the breadth of structured social or recreational offerings. Management is described as hands-on and communicative, which is a strength for families seeking direct contact with decision-makers. The family-run structure appears to foster personalization but may also correlate with the variability noted in dining and communication across shifts or staff members.

    Notable patterns and considerations for families The dominant positive themes are cleanliness, a home-like atmosphere, and personable staff with good communication from management. The principal operational concerns are inconsistent dining quality and occasional language-related communication challenges. Prospective residents and families should consider asking about meal planning and dietary accommodations, as well as how the home addresses multilingual communication and staff scheduling, to assess fit with individual needs and expectations.

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    Location

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    Cheerful Heart Homes is located at 9542 Sailfish Dr, Huntington Beach, CA, 92646.

    About Cheerful Heart Homes

    Cheerful Heart Home Care IV is dedicated to supporting seniors and their families through the transition into assisted living. Understanding that moving into a retirement home is often filled with uncertainty and concern, the staff at Cheerful Heart Home Care IV approach each new resident with both warmth and professionalism, ensuring that every individual feels welcome from the very first moment they arrive. The ethos at Cheerful Heart Home Care IV revolves around offering not just a place to stay but a true sense of home, marked by compassion, consistency, and a secure environment where residents can find both comfort and dignity.

    At Cheerful Heart Home Care IV, the focus is on providing quality assisted living services tailored to each resident’s unique needs. Caregivers are highly attentive, helping every individual navigate changes associated with aging, such as memory decline and decreased mobility, with sensitivity and respect. There is a strong emphasis on helping residents and their families understand the changes that come with old age, ensuring that everyone is prepared for this new stage in life. The caregiving team strives to preserve each resident’s independence by guiding them to make informed choices about their own care, always listening to their preferences regarding when and how care procedures should be administered.

    The environment at Cheerful Heart Home Care IV is designed to be both safe and peaceful. The home’s welcoming atmosphere is paired with a commitment to making each resident’s transition as smooth as possible. Whether someone is arriving for the first time or has been a part of the community for years, the staff ensures that everyone experiences the true meaning of peace of mind. Through careful attention to both the physical care and emotional well-being of residents, Cheerful Heart Home Care IV stands as a supportive, reliable place for seniors to call home during this important phase of their lives.

    People often ask...

    Cheerful Heart Homes offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,788 per month.

    Cheerful Heart Homes offers assisted living and board and care.

    There are 11 photos of Cheerful Heart Homes on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 9542 Sailfish Dr, Huntington Beach, CA 92646.

    No, Cheerful Heart Homes does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.

    License number306003537
    StatusClosed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity6 residents
    LicenseeCHEERFUL HEART HOME CARE, INC.
    EffectiveSeptember 12th, 2006
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    Inspection Reports

    1

    Reports

    0

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    5

    Years

    24 Sept 2021Inspection
    Observed no deficiencies; safety measures, supplies, and resident records were in order.

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