A Mother Theresa Care
A Mother Theresa Care is a residential care home for the elderly and Assisted Living Waiver provider in Placentia, CA. Serving seniors and specializing in Traumatic Brain Injury support services in a faith-inspired, home-like setting.
State License #306005932
A Mother Theresa Care – Compassionate Residential Care for Seniors and TBI survivors
A Mother Theresa Care is a warm, home-like residential care facility for the elderly in Placentia, CA. We combine professional support with a faith-inspired heart, providing personalized care for seniors, including adults living with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and other complex care needs. As an approved Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) provider, we help families access quality care without sacrificing dignity, safety, or comfort.
Why Families Choose A Mother Theresa Care
At A Mother Theresa Care, we realize that one of the challenges that face individuals needing assisted living is the risk of boredom and isolation. We have many various enjoyable activities available for our residents to choose from based on their own interest and personal choice. We also have Christian faith inspired activities for those who are seeking to grow their Christian faith. All activities are based on a person’s personal choice to participate. Respect and dignity is the center of our core values.
A Mother Theresa Care is in a smaller, home-like setting instead of a large facility. We are a Medi-Cal ALW-approved provider to help eligible residents who cannot afford the high cost of assisted living. We are here to help you through the process of applying for the Assisted Living Waiver Program. Call us if you need help on this process. We also value working in collaboration with community resources for seniors and TBI programs to support long-term success. We work with all Medi-Cal approved Care Coordinating Agencies of your choice to help you with the process.
Our Senior Care & TBI Services
Residential Care for the Elderly
Our licensed residential care home provides:
- Assistance with daily living activities
- Assistance with incontinent care
- Assistance with daily hygiene routine
- Assistance with personal grooming
- Queueing as needed based on the individual’s needs
- Medication assistance
- Mobility and supervision
- A warm, family-style environment
- Home-cooked meals and snacks
- Social activities based on resident’s input and personal choice
- Assistance with doctor’s appointments
- Assistance with transportation
- Assistance out into the community such as going to the grocery, visiting family and friends, shopping at the mall, and other outside activities accompanied by a personal assistant (optional service)
Respect and patience is at the heart of our service delivery.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Program
We specialize in supporting adults who are living with the effects of TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury).
Our team focuses on consistent routines, safety, behavioral support, and cognitive stimulating activities to help residents re-learn simple independence and support their long-term productive goals. We keep our residents engaged with enjoyable activities of their choice and assist with navigating specialized TBI programs that will promote healing. Measurable goals are a part of the TBI care plan, as well as, incorporating productive goals into the daily routine and activities.
We work closely with our TBI community partners such as: St. Jude Brain Injury Network, Jodi House, Up N Out Social Club of America, High Hopes, Special Strong Orange County, and Ryan’s Reach. We work with our community partners to ensure that there are many TBI focused services available to our residents so each individual can feel hopeful for their lives and future as a TBI survivor. Life should be enjoyable, beautiful and productive for all individuals, including TBI survivors. Truly it takes a village and mutual support to TBI survivors to produce successful outcomes. Having a community who understands one’s needs is vital to a TBI survivor’s mental, physical, and emotional stability. We value and we are passionate with our mission mindset, that every person deserves a chance at a well-rounded quality of life.
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) Support
As an Assisted Living Waiver provider, we work with case managers, families, and residents to make the ALW process as simple as possible—helping with paperwork, eligibility questions, and transitions from hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, or home. We work with all Medi-Cal approved Care Coordinating Agencies of your choice to make this process easier.
Meet Our Team
Dr. Daniel Ignacio
Here is Dr. Ignacio with our resident who is so happy with his help. Dr. Daniel Ignacio is a Certified Brain Injury Specialist and Brain Injury Program lead at Providence St. Jude Medical Center's Brain Injury Network, Program Director & Developer of the Up N Out Social Club, director of the neuropsychology department at OMID Institute, licensed Marriage & Family Therapist at Empowered through EMDR Psychotherapy, and the Data Analytics Committee chair of California Department of Rehabilitation's TBI Advisory Board.
Marian Mejia Alvarez
Meet Marian Mejia Alvarez. Marian has been serving seniors since 2004. In 2014 she started working with adults with Traumatic Brain Injury. Working with Dr. Daniel Ignacio, various TBI specialized programs, as well as, working with the State of California to help adult TBI survivors, seniors, and years of working with the Medi-Cal ALW Program is Marian's background in the Assisted Living Community. She is a Community Integration Specialist, TBI Program Coach, and Liason for A Mother Theresa Care. Marian Mejia Alvarez is the Founder and Activities Director of Up N Out Social Club of America.
Maruja "Baby"
Meet Maruja "Baby". Baby has been serving the seniors since 2005 and serving Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors since 2014. She is experienced and trained in handling challenging behavioral needs of individuals with TBI. Her kind heart, and over 20 years of service in the assisted living setting makes her a valuable and key member of A Mother Theresa Care Team.
Wesley
Meet Wesley. Wesley is the California State License Administrator for A Mother Theresa Care. He has been in assisted living care since 2015. His years of experience in the Assisted Living setting and working with many professionals as well as his experience working with the Medi-Cal ALW Program and his friendly attitude and willingness to help makes him an excellent resource for anyone who walks into A Mother Theresa Care.
Lester
Meet Lester. Lester has been in the assisted living community helping seniors and TBI adults since 2015. His gentle demeanor, patience and kindness makes him an excellent coach to our TBI residents. He experienced and trained in handling the challenging behavioral needs of Adult TBI survivors. Lester is a California licensed administrator and is experienced in working with the Medi-Cal ALW Program. He is a community integration specialist for A Mother Theresa Care. Lester is a respected and a valued member of our care team.
Vener "Veny"
Meet Vener "Veny". Veny has been serving seniors since 2011. In 2014 his service expanded to helping TBI survivors. He is experienced and trained in handling challenging behavioral needs of individuals with TBI. His years of experience in assisted living and his sincere desire to keep every resident safe, healthy, and happy makes him one of the most important members of the A Mother Theresa Care Team. He goes above and beyond to support the community we serve.
Nicholas "Nick"
Meet Nicholas "Nick". Nick has been serving seniors and TBI residents since 2023. He is always friendly and happy to help the residents at A Mother Theresa Care. His patience and his pure heart makes him another valuable care team member.
Adriel
Meet Adriel. Adriel has been working in assisted living care since 2019 serving seniors and TBI adult survivors. Adriel is experienced and trained with handling the challenging behavioral needs of TBI adults. He is also a California state certified RCFE administrator. He is a community integration specialist and assistant Administrator for A Mother Theresa Care. Adriel is another valuable care team member who is compassionate, supportive, and dedicated to helping the community we serve.
Mira
Meet Mira. She is the newest Care Team member at A Mother Theresa Care. Her patience and kindness is at the core of her heart and care delivery. We are blessed to have her as part of our team.
Alex
Meet Alex. Alex has been in assisted living care since 2010. He is a TBI behavioral specialist and community integration specialist for A Mother Theresa Care. He is very friendly and knowledgeable in caring for residents with behavioral challenges and is a team player. He is a respected part of our care team with a good heart.
Serving Seniors & TBI survivors in Placentia, CA
We proudly serve seniors and TBI survivors in Placentia and surrounding communities. Whether you are searching for a small assisted living home, a TBI-focused care home, or an experienced ALW facility in California, A Mother Theresa Care is here to help.
16192 Cairo Circle, Placentia, CA 92870
License No. 306005932
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
JOHN 3:16 (NIV)