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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

HAND IN HAND CARE HOMELicense 1072092222 citations on this visit
2 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 reason for the visit with Administrator (AD) Martha Zapata and Licensee Yolanda Castigador. During this visit, LPA toured the facility inside & out. Resident rooms and common areas were clean, in good repair and contained required equipment, furnishings and lighting. LPA observed required items in bathrooms which were clean with hot water as required. LPA observed hygiene items, paper products, towels, extra bedding, and linens which were stored and available for use. The kitchen was found to be clean, in good repair with necessary items and appliances. Knives and sharp kitchen items were locked. LPA observed required food supply, emergency food and water. Medications are centrally stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. Knives, cleaning/disinfecting supplies and chemicals are secured and stored separately from food. Doors and passageways are unobstructed throughout the facility, including outdoors. First aid kits contained required items. LPA walked outdoors to find the grounds well-kept with clear walkways with sitting areas. Fire extinguisher was purchased on 2/3/26. LPA conducted resident and staff file reviews as well as a medication audit. Emergency Disaster and Infection Control procedures and requirements were reviewed during the inspection. Deficiencies are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations on the attached LIC 809-D A plan of correction was developed and an exit interview was conducted with AD. A copy of this report was provided. LPA requested the following updated forms faxed to CCLD by 4/27/26 - Designation of Facility Responsibility (Lic308), Administrative Organization (Lic309), Personnel Report (LIC 500), Client Roster (LIC 9020) and Proof of current Liability Coverage.

Citations

2 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.

  • Keep prescriptions in original containers

    Based on observation and 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. LPA observed resident medications had been removed from pharmacy individualized daily packaging and placed in small containers to be given to residents at schduled medication times. This poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.

  • Freedom to leave and not be locked in

    Based on observation, 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. LPA observed the self releasing gates to be locked resulting in the residents not being able to leave the facility.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the April 17, 2026 inspection of HAND IN HAND CARE HOME?

This was an inspection of HAND IN HAND CARE HOME on April 17, 2026. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to HAND IN HAND CARE HOME on April 17, 2026?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses/posed a potenti..."

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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