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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

BETHEL LUTHERAN HOME, INC.License 1004000435 citations on this visit
5 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 06/04/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Yang arrived unannounced to conduct an annual visit. LPA introduce self, stated the purpose of the visit and met Administrator Kristine Williams and Licensed Vocational Nurse Kamal Singh. LPA toured facility with Administrator. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards were observed inside or outside. Fire extinguisher was observed throughout the facility with a service date of: 04/26/25. Last fire drill completed on 04/15/25. Fire sprinkler systems observed throughout the facility. Medications were observed locked in medication cart in medication room. MARs and medications were reviewed. A sample of residents’ bedrooms were observed to have the required furnishings and with adequate lightening. The bathrooms were toured and observed operational during inspection. Hot water tested maintained at 109.2 degrees F in room 13, 105.2 degrees F in room 15, 107.2 degrees F in room 17, and 106.8 degrees F in room 23. Non-skid mat and grabbed bars were observed. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed. Adequate outdoor seatings available for residents and outside observed free of debris. Refrigerator temperature is maintained at 36 degrees F and freezer at -4 degrees F. Food delivery once a week and kitchen are shared with skill nursing facility. A sample of resident and staff files were reviewed. A deficiency and an immediate Civil Penalty was assessed. See Lic 421BG and Lic 421IM is being cited on the attached Lic 809D in accordance to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8. Exit Interview conducted. The following documents are requested and submitted to Fresno CCL by: 06/10/25. The following updated forms were requested: Lic 308, Lic 309, Lic 500, Lic 610E, Theft and Loss Policies and Procedures, Administrator certificate, and current liability insurance. LPA copy of this report and appeal rights was provided to Administrator, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.

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.

  • 87211(a)(1)Type B

    Based on records reviewed and interviews conducted, R1 went to the hospital on 01/12/25, R2 went to the hospital on 02/25/25 and on 03/03/25, and R3 went to the hospital on 01/04/25. No records of incident reported to the department of residents’ hospitalization, which poses/posed a potential health and safety and personal rights risk to the resident in care.

  • 87465(d)(3)Type A

    Based on observations and records reviewed, R5’s medication Premarin Vag w/ App 0.625mg was administered and record in the resident’s MAR, which poses/ posed a potential health and safety risk for the person in care.

  • 87608(a)(3)Type B

    Based on interview conducted, observation, and records reviewed, R1 and R4 uses half rail bed with no doctor’s order, which poses/posed a potential health and safety and personal rights risk to the resident in care.

  • 873039(a)Type B

    Based on observation, bathroom sink was linking water in Room 13, which poses/ posed a potential health and safety risk to the resident in care.

  • 87355(e)(2)Type A

    Administrator is not associated to facility which poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of the residents

FAQ · About this visit

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What happened during the June 4, 2025 inspection of BETHEL LUTHERAN HOME, INC.?

This was a inspection inspection of BETHEL LUTHERAN HOME, INC. on June 4, 2025. 5 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious) and 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to BETHEL LUTHERAN HOME, INC. on June 4, 2025?

Yes, 5 citations were issued (2 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on records reviewed and interviews conducted, R1 went to the hospital on 01/12/25, R2 went to the hospital on 02/2..."

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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