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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

HAND IN HAND CARE HOMELicense 1072092224 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katie Brown arrived unannounced to conduct the Annual Inspection. LPA met with and explained the purpose of the visit with Licensee Ronald Sandone and Interim Administrator (AD) Yolonda Casttigador. During this visit, LPA toured the facility. Furniture and flooring in common rooms observed to be in good repair with adequate lighting throughout. Resident bedrooms have required furnishings, lighting and linens. LPA observed hand washing signs and required items in bathrooms. Resident hygiene supplies were properly stored. The kitchen observed clean, in good repair with necessary items and appliances. LPA observed required food supply, paper products and PPE. Knives, cleaning/disinfecting supplies and chemicals are locked and stored separate from food. Facility has designated visitation areas available inside and out. LPA observed a self-releasing gate and windows have screens in good repair. Doors and passageways are unobstructed throughout the home and outside. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors present and in working order. Emergency & Disaster Plan and Infection Control Procedures reviewed; Administrator Certification expires 8/12/24. LPA conducted resident and staff file reviews and interviews. Deficiencies are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations on the attached LIC 9099-D. An exit interview was conducted and Plan of Correction was developed. A copy of this report and Appeal Rights were discussed and left with Ronald Sandone, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of these documents. LPA requested the following updated forms by 4/4/2023: Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC 308), Affidavit Regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources (LIC 400), Surety Bond (LIC 402 if applicable), Personnel Report (LIC 500), Emergency Disaster Plan (610E), Client Roster (LIC 9020), Current Liability Coverage,

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.

  • Record dose details and resident medication response

    Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 4 resident MAR record reviews, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1569.695(c)Type B

    Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87412(a)Type B

    Maintain required personnel records for staff

    Based on Interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 of 2 staff personnel records, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87705(c)(3)Type B

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above for 2 of 2 employees, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87411(d)(4)Type A

    87411 Personnel Requirements – General (d) All personnel shall be given on the job training or have related experience in the job assigned to them. This training and/or related experience shall provide knowledge of and skill in the following… (4) Knowledge required to safely assist with prescribed medications which are self-administered. This requirement was not met as evidenced by:Licensee did not ensure that S1 had appropriate job training for assistance with resident medication. LPA observed the medication closet left unlocked as well as a cup with medications left with R2. S1 did not observe R2 taking medications. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the March 21, 2023 inspection of HAND IN HAND CARE HOME?

This was an inspection of HAND IN HAND CARE HOME on March 21, 2023. 4 citations were issued: 4 Type B.

Were any citations issued to HAND IN HAND CARE HOME on March 21, 2023?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (0 Type A, 4 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 4 resident ..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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