Lafayette Home Care

    39396 Brighton St, Murrieta, CA 92563
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Attentive staff and spotless facility

    I placed my mother in this six-resident home and have been impressed - attentive staff and 24/7 caregivers, a well-lit, spotless facility, appetizing meals, regular doctor visits, grooming, walks and card games, and families are encouraged; overall very well run.

    Loved one of 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

    3.00·(4)

    Overall rating

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

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.0
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Attentive staff
    • 24/7 caregivers
    • Clean and well-lit facility
    • Appetizing / good food
    • Activities available (cards, walks)
    • Doctor visits and medical appointment coordination
    • Grooming services provided
    • Small resident population (about 6) allowing more personalized attention
    • Michelle praised as extremely helpful
    • Facility described as well run

    Cons

    • Deposit not returned; long refund delay (issue since March 2022)
    • Poor communication around refunds and administrative matters
    • Family frustration with handling of financial/administrative issues
    • Low participation in offered activities
    • Expectation of significant family involvement
    • Described as a private residence and "no longer a home care facility" (potential concern about formal status)
    • Small size may limit programming/peer engagement

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: The reviews present a mixed but distinctly consistent picture. Multiple reviewers emphasize strong hands-on caregiving, a clean and well-maintained environment, good food, and attentive daily care. At the same time, there is a serious, recurring administrative complaint about a delayed refund/deposit that has caused significant family frustration and negative sentiment. The operational strengths (care, cleanliness, meals) are clear, but administrative and possibly structural concerns (private residence comment) temper the overall assessment.

    Care quality and staff: Reviewers repeatedly note attentive staff and round-the-clock caregiver availability. Care is described as individualized and dependable, with grooming and routine medical appointments handled and doctor visits provided. Michelle in particular is singled out as "extremely helpful," indicating at least some strong points in staff responsiveness and individual staff members who stand out positively. The presence of 24/7 caregivers and coordination of medical needs suggests the facility meets basic continuous care expectations.

    Facilities and scale: The site is described as clean and well lit, and reviewers call it "well run." A small resident population (around six people) is noted in multiple comments; this is framed positively for personalized attention and one-on-one care but also appears to limit social programming and peer participation. One reviewer explicitly labels the place a "private residence" and states it is "no longer a home care facility," which introduces a potential concern about the facility's formal status, capacity, or compliance — this is reported as a reviewer statement and should be considered by prospective families as a point to clarify.

    Dining and activities: Food quality is consistently praised (terms used include "appetizing" and "good food"). Activities are available — examples include card games and walks — and residents are groomed and taken on walks. However, multiple reviewers note low participation in activities. The small resident population likely contributes to limited group engagement and fewer activity options. Reviewers recommend family involvement, which suggests that enrichment and engagement may depend on family participation to supplement on-site programming.

    Medical coordination and grooming: Several summaries highlight routine medical appointment handling, doctor visits, and grooming services as positives. These operational aspects are called out alongside the attentive caregiving, reinforcing the sense that daily, practical care needs are met reliably.

    Management, communication, and administrative concerns: The most significant negative pattern involves financial and communication problems. One reviewer reports a deposit that has not been returned and describes a long delay in obtaining a refund dating back to March 2022. That reviewer expresses ongoing frustration and poor communication from management about the refund; the review also notes that the resident (the reviewer’s mother) has since passed away, which heightens the emotional weight of the unresolved administrative issue. This single but detailed complaint contrasts sharply with the generally positive remarks about day-to-day care and has a strong impact on overall sentiment. Prospective families should treat this as a critical item to verify and ask about directly.

    Overall assessment and patterns to verify: In summary, the facility appears to deliver solid day-to-day caregiving: attentive staff, 24/7 coverage, clean/well-lit spaces, good meals, grooming, and medical coordination for a small resident group. The main red flags are administrative — late/unreturned deposit and poor communication — and the reviewer assertion that the site is effectively a private residence rather than a formal home care facility. Additionally, while activities exist, low participation and small population limit social engagement and may increase the need for family involvement. Prospective families should weigh the strong hands-on care and personalized environment against the administrative concerns and should directly verify licensing/status, refund policies, and how the facility handles financial disputes before making a placement decision.

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    Location

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    Lafayette Home Care is located at 39396 Brighton St, Murrieta, CA, 92563.

    About Lafayette Home Care

    Brighton Residential Care Facility is a well-regarded residential care home located in Murrieta, California, serving elderly residents who require assistance with daily living in a supportive and comfortable environment. As a licensed Residential Care Elderly facility, it is designed to provide seniors with the care and attention they need, while allowing them to maintain as much independence as possible. The facility is dedicated to promoting the physical, emotional, and social well-being of its residents, ensuring families experience peace of mind knowing their loved ones are being cared for with dignity and respect.

    Residents at Brighton Residential Care Facility experience a warm, home-like atmosphere where personalized levels of care are prioritized. The staff at the care home are trained to address a variety of senior care needs, from assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation, to supervising medication and offering companionship. Social activities and programs tailored to seniors encourage engagement and foster a sense of community, while amenities are thoughtfully provided to create a comfortable safe haven. Recognizing the importance of a nurturing environment, the facility encourages residents to participate in daily routines and social interactions, promoting overall wellness and mental health.

    As a non-acute care setting, Brighton Residential Care Facility offers a cost-effective alternative to full-time nursing homes, especially for those who do not require the intensive medical care provided in a clinical setting. While it does not accept Medicare as payment, the facility fills a vital role in the continuum of senior care, providing essential services and compassionate support for older adults needing help with everyday living. Families considering senior care options in Murrieta find Brighton Residential Care Facility a trusted resource for personalized, attentive care, and a welcoming community where their loved ones can truly feel at home.

    People often ask...

    Lafayette Home Care offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,834 per month.

    Lafayette Home Care offers assisted living, memory care, and board and care.

    There are 5 photos of Lafayette Home Care on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 39396 Brighton St, Murrieta, CA 92563.

    No, Lafayette Home Care 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 number331880857
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity6 residents
    LicenseeT7 LLC
    EffectiveDecember 3rd, 2019
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    Inspection Reports

    5

    Reports

    0

    Type A Citations

    4

    Type B Citations

    0

    Complaints

    7

    Years

    26 Nov 2024Inspection
    Observed adequate supervision and safety measures with medications and emergency plans in place; no deficiencies cited.
    06 Dec 2023Inspection
    Identified two deficiencies related to maintenance and personnel records, including wall and ceiling disrepair in a resident bedroom and missing health screening and TB test documentation for staff.
    • Type B87303(a)
    • Type B87412(f)
    29 Nov 2021Inspection
    Observed proper infection control measures and no deficiencies cited.
    02 Dec 2019Inspection
    Inspection confirmed facility met all requirements for licensing, including medication storage, physical plant condition, bedroom and bathroom amenities, food service, administration, activities, and miscellaneous services.
    29 Oct 2019Inspection
    Confirmed successful completion of Component II during a telephone call with CAB analyst, verifying understanding of facility operation, staff qualifications, program policies, and application document review.
    • Type B87303(a)
    • Type B87412(f)

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