Routine inspection·August 11, 2021

On 8/11/2021 at 2:50PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) G. Luk and L. Holmes arrived unannounced to conduct an Infection Control Inspection. LPAs met with staff, Romeo Planas and explained the purpose of the visit. Licensee, Maria Riformo arrived 30 minutes later. LPAs toured facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, and outdoor areas. LPAs observed sign & symptoms, cough etiquette, and social distancing were posted in the common areas. Hand washing posters were posted at bathrooms and sinks. During record review, LPAs observed visitors log. LPAs observed facility has a copy of Mitigation Plan. LPAs observed food and paper supplies are sufficient. The following deficiencies were observed during the visit: -At 3:10PM, LPAs observed unlocked knives, cleaning supplies, and tools in the kitchen. Unlocked gardening tools were observed in the backyard. Staff locked up all items during inspection. -At 3:20PM, LPAs observed unlocked medications in staff room. Staff locked up the staff room. -At 3:30PM, LPAs observed side yard plastic lattice cover has missing pieces and pieces of wood was dangling from the structure. -At 3:50PM, LPAs observed staff have not been documenting residents' changes in conditions. The deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations. Failure to correct deficiencies may result in Civil Penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights provided.