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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

ST JOSEPH SENIOR CARELicense 0156014785 citations on this visit
5 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On this day at around 10:00 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Luisa Fontanilla arrived unannounced to conduct an annual required inspection. LPA met with Administrator Zenaida Bautista and explained the purpose of the visit. During the visit, LPA inspected the facility inside and out including but not limited to 3 resident rooms, bathroom, kitchen, dining, garage and backyard. Hot water in the kitchen measured at 127.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide were tested and observed functional. Fire extinguisher was observed full and was purchased on 2/8/2025. There was sufficient supply of both perishable and non perishable foods. LPA observed ample supply of towels, sheets, linen and hygiene products. LPA reviewed 2 resident and 2 staff files. LPA interviewed one resident. First aid kit was observed complete. Facility has liability insurance. Last fire drill was conducted on 6/15/2025. Deficiencies were cited per Title 22 California Code of Regulations (see attached Lic 809D). Failure to submit proof of corrections (POC) by plan of correction due date and/or any repeat deficiencies within a 12-month period may result in civil penalties. The following records were requested to be submitted to CCL by 10/23/2025: Lic 500, Roster of Residents, updated Emergency Disaster Plan, Liability Insurance. Exit interview was conducted and Appeal Rights was provided to Bautista.

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.

  • 87303(e)(2)Type A

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having hot water measuring at 127.6F which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87303(f)(1)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having garbage can without lid which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87309(a)Type A

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in leaving Lysol and other cleaning chemicals unlocked in the bathroom which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87705(c)Type A

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in installing a child gate on R1's room which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87303(a)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with section cited above by having gardening and construction supplies in the backyard and leaving dishes on counter top which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the October 16, 2025 inspection of ST JOSEPH SENIOR CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of ST JOSEPH SENIOR CARE on October 16, 2025. 5 citations were issued: 3 Type A (serious) and 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ST JOSEPH SENIOR CARE on October 16, 2025?

Yes, 5 citations were issued (3 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having hot water measuring at 127.6F w..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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