Inspection visit

Routine inspectionJanuary 23, 2026

WALNUT CREEK SENIOR LIVINGLicense 07560157913 citations on this visit

13 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 1/23/2026 at 11:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) James Sampair arrived unannounced to conduct this Required Annual Inspection. Upon entry, the LPA stated the purpose of the visit to Administrator Donald Hay . The LPA toured the facility including but not limited to residents’ rooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common areas and the backyard. The LPA observed adequate lighting for the comfort and safety of residents in all rooms. Inside and outside areas are free of obstruction and no bodies of water. The temperature in the dining room was measured at 70.3 degrees Fahrenheit at 1:11 PM. The maximum hot water temperature was 124.7 degrees Fahrenheit, above the safe range of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and slip-resistant mats. There is more than the minimum of a one week supply of nonperishable foods and 2 days of perishable foods. Centrally stored medications, sharps, and toxic cleaners were not made inaccessible in the kitchen to residents in care. The fire extinguishers were fully charged, but had not been serviced or replaced within the past 12 months. They were last serviced on 2/26/2024. The required postings, the Residential Care Facility for the Elderly Complaint Poster ("If you see something, say something"), Personal Rights posters, and the Theft and Loss Policy were not posted as required. Continued on LIC 809-C . . . . . . Continued from LIC 809 The LPA reviewed 9 resident records. 1 A Type and 12 B Type citations were issued during the inspection. Deficiencies are cited per Title 22 California Code of Regulations and listed on LIC 809-D. Failure to submit Proof of Corrections (POCs) by plan of correction due date and/or any repeat deficiencies within a 12-month period may result in civil penalties. The Required Annual Inspection is not complete. The LPA will return to complete it unannounced at a future date and time. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.

Citations

13 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.

87203Type B
Maintain facilities for fire and panic safety
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 fire extinguishers, which poses a potential safety risk to persons in care.
87303(e)(2)Type B
Provide resident hot water for personal care
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The maximum hot water temperature was 124.7 degrees Fahrenheit, which poses a potential safety risk to persons in care.
87468(c)(2)(A)Type B
RCFE complaint poster posting requirements
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having no complaint poster displayed, which poses a potential personal rights risk to persons in care.
87608(a)(5)(B)Type A
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 out of 9 residents' beds, which posed an immediate safety risk to persons in care.
87309(a)Type B
Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. knives, cleaning products, and other dangerous items such as Lysol were not stored in locked drawers or cabinets in the kitchen area, which poses a potential safety risk to persons in care.
87457(c)Type B
Complete admission suitability appraisal
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 9 out of 9 residents, which poses a potential health risk to persons in care.
87463(a)Type B
Update reappraisal at required intervals
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 9 out of 9 residents, which poses a potential health risk to persons in care.
87463(h)Type B
Annual routine visit with medical professional
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 7 of 9 residents, which poses a potential health risk to persons in care.
87465(h)(2)Type B
Store centrally held medications in locked secure place
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the kitchen where medications were left in an unlocked drawer and there is no lock on the refrigerator storing medications, which poses a potential health risk to persons in care.
87506(a)Type B
Maintain separate complete record for each resident
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 9 of 9 resident files that are incomplete, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
87508(a)Type B
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having a current register of residents, which poses a potential safety risk to persons in care.
87555(b)(23)Type B
Rapid-growth perishable foods must be covered
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in all of the freezers and refrigerators because of the open and undated food containers, which poses a potential health risk to persons in care.
87608(a)(3)Type B
Maintain physician order documentation in resident record
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 9 residents, which poses a potential safety risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the January 23, 2026 inspection of WALNUT CREEK SENIOR LIVING?

This was an inspection of WALNUT CREEK SENIOR LIVING on January 23, 2026. 13 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 12 Type B.

Were any citations issued to WALNUT CREEK SENIOR LIVING on January 23, 2026?

Yes, 13 citations were issued (1 Type A, 12 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 fire extinguishers, which p..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

SourceView on CCLD View original report

Next steps

If this is your facility,claim this pageand correct anything the record gets wrong. Free.

Researching this visit professionally?Book a 15-minute calland we will walk through what we have on file.

Data from CCLD public records. Last updated June 22, 2026. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.

Routine inspection·January 23, 2026