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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

BEGONIA RESIDENTIAL CARE HOMELicense 0156013135 citations on this visit
5 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

At approximately 9:30AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Nguyen arrived unannounced to conduct a Required 1 Year annual inspection and met with Staff Members, Lutgarda Marquez, Caregivers and explained the purpose of the visit. Jovita Bollisos, Administrator arrived at approximately 9:45AM. LPA conducted a tour of the facility and observed the following: the facility consists of 4 bedrooms 3 bedrooms are occupied by residents and 1 is occupied by staff and 2 shared bathrooms. Bathrooms were equipped with necessary grab bars, and non-slip floors/mats were present. There is a sufficient supply of hygiene products, paper products, and linens available for residents use. LPA reviewed 6 Residents records. LPA reviewed 3 staff files. Administrator's Certificate (6011284740) was current with an expiration date of 10/26/26. Continued on LIC809C. Facility's fire extinguishers were observed to be full. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. Hot water temperatures for all sinks in facility were within Title 22 regulations of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility has a surety bond effective 6/1/24 to 6/1/27 and Liability Insurance effective 7/07/25 to 7/7/26. Deficiencies observed by LPA during tour: · At 10:30AM LPA observed molded fruit in the plastic bag in the refrigerator. · At 10:35AM LPA observed unlocked medication inside RM 1. . At 10:40AM LPA observed staff using RM1 closet to store their personal belongings. · At 10:45AM LPA observed unlocked chemical cleaning in the bathroom cabinet and backyard. . At 11:30AM LPA observed staff files are incomplete during files review. Deficiencies are cited from the California Code of Regulations (CCRs), and/or the Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights provided.

Citations

5 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • Prohibition on using other rooms as bedrooms

    Based on observed staff using RM 1 closet to store their personal belongings the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87309(a)Type A

    Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having unlocked chemical cleaning in the bathroom cabinet and backyard. which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87412(c)Type B

    Document required staff training and orientation

    Based on record review staff files are incomplete during files review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • Store centrally held medications in locked secure place

    Based on observation and interview observed unlocked medication inside RM 1, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • Rapid-growth perishable foods must be covered

    Based on observed molded fruit in the plastic bag in the refrigerator, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the February 23, 2026 inspection of BEGONIA RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME?

This was an inspection of BEGONIA RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME on February 23, 2026. 5 citations were issued: 3 Type A (serious) and 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to BEGONIA RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME on February 23, 2026?

Yes, 5 citations were issued (3 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observed staff using RM 1 closet to store their personal belongings the licensee did not comply with the sectio..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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