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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

TARA HILLS CARE HOMELicense 0756013043 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 11/19/2025 at 12:15 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Fowler arrived unannounced to conduct the Required Annual Inspection. Upon entry, LPA stated the purpose of the visit to Rochelle Sicat Lead Caregiver. LPA toured the facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, dining area, kitchen, common areas, and outdoor area. Centrally stored medications was unlocked in medication closet. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were observed in working condition. Fire extinguishers were observed to be full and last serviced on 04/8/2025. Temperature in the facility was measured at 68.0 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature is 119.7 degrees Fahrenheit. The LPA observed required postings in the facility, including the Complaint Poster, Ombudsman and Personal Rights posters, and the Theft and Loss Policy. An administrator is on site more than the minimum of 20 hours a week to oversee the proper business operations. Grab bars for each toilet and shower were installed. Non-skid mats were observed. There were adequate lights in each room. Resident rooms were observed to be cleaned and fully furnished. Indoor and outdoor passages were free of obstruction. One week of nonperishable and 2 days of perishable food and water supplies were available . continue from LIC809 LPA observed the following deficiencies: At 12:00pm LPA observed medication closet unlocked. At 12:15pm, LPA observed sliding glass door off track. At 12:17pm, LPA observed screen in bedroom #3 off track. At 12:29pm, LPA observed unlocked cabinet located in the kitchen unlocked which contained knives, scissors, and dishwasher pods. At 12:32pm, LPA observed unlocked medication in the refrigerator. LPA requested the following documents to be submitted to CCLD by 11/26/2025. · Resident Roster · LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility · LIC 309 Administrative Organization · LIC 500 Personnel Report · LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan (9 pages) · Liability Insurance The deficiencies were observed (see LIC809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulation, 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. Exit interview conducted, a copy of this report and appeals provided.

Citations

3 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.

  • 87309(a)Type A

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having the cabinet unlocked located in the kitchen which contained knives, scissors and dishwashing pods which poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

  • 87303(a)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having the sliding glass door located in the kitchen off track which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.

  • 87465(h)(2)Type A

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having the medication closet opened and unlocked medication in the refrigerator which poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the November 19, 2025 inspection of TARA HILLS CARE HOME?

This was a inspection inspection of TARA HILLS CARE HOME on November 19, 2025. 3 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to TARA HILLS CARE HOME on November 19, 2025?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (2 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having the cabinet unlocked located in..."

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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