Routine inspection·January 14, 2026

On 1/14/2026 at 10:15 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 Administrators Merdith and Rogue Castro. 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 72.5 degrees Fahrenheit at 12:20 PM. The maximum hot water temperature was in 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 are inaccessible to residents in care. The LPA observed the required postings in the facility, including the Residential Care Facility for the Elderly Complaint Poster, Ombudsman and Personal Rights posters, and the Theft and Loss Policy. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and found to be in operating condition. The fire extinguishers were fully charged and serviced on 10/17/2025. The Emergency Disaster Plan was reviewed within the past year; the most recent review was on 3/15/2025. Emergency, disaster, and fire drills were not conducted on a quarterly basis. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Liability insurance expires on 9/3/2026. Continued on LIC 809-C . . . . . . Continued from LIC 809 Following deficiencies observed during visit: 12:45 PM: record review showed quarterly Emergency & Disaster drills not being done. 3:35 PM: record review showed that 40 hours of new staff training not done over the past 12 months. 3:45 PM: record review showed that 20 hours of existing staff training not done over the past 12 months. 4:05 PM: record review showed that 10 hours of new staff medication training not done over the past 12 months. 4:15 PM: record review showed that 8 hours of existing staff medication training not done over the past 12 months. The LPA reviewed 5 resident records and 5 staff records. 5 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. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.