Health check·September 21, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katie Brown arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Health & Safety inspection in conjunction with a 10-Day complaint investigation (Control Number 24-AS-20230919144634 ) LPA met with and explained the reason for the visit with Administrator (AD) Rob Huntley. During the visit, LPA toured the facility with AD. LPA observed residents throughout the facility including participating in a flower arranging activity. LPA observed multiple resident apartments which were found to contain required furnishings and lighting. LPA observed required items in bathrooms which were clean. Resident hygiene supplies were properly stored and available. The kitchen was observed to be clean, in good repair with necessary items and appliances. LPA observed required food supply and paper products. Knives, cleaning/disinfecting supplies and chemicals are locked and stored separate from food. Walkways and doorways were free of obstruction. The facility has designated visitation areas available inside and out. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors present and in working order. Fire extinguishers are located throughout the building with service date of 3/27/23. In room 127, LPA observed MiraLax Powder and Triamcinolone Ointment on the counter along with 2 pills. R1 is independent in medication administration and management but R2 is not. These medications were not locked and inaccessible to R2. A deficiency is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations on the attached LIC 809-D An exit interview was conducted and Plan of Correction (POC) was developed. A copy of this report and Appeal Rights were provided to AD during the visit.