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Inspection visit

Post-licensing visit

ZEN HOUSE OF CARELicense 1072095014 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 12/4/24 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Garza conducted an unannounced Post-Licensing inspection. LPA met with Licensee, Nora Sanchez. LPA completed tour of the facility inside and out including the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and laundry area. LPA observed the facility to be free of odor, clean and in good repair. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. LPA observed the required 7-day non-perishable and 2-day perishable foods. Medications and knives locked and inaccessible to residents. Water temperature measured at 115.8 degrees F in the restroom #1. Fire extinguisher present and purchased 1/4/24. Review of resident/staff files and medication records. LPA observed the following posted in the facility: Resident Council Rights, See Something Say Something complaint poster, Reporting Requirements per AB40, Resident Bill of rights, Ombudsman Poster, Resident Personal Rights and facility license posted as required. The following issues were observed during today’s visit: The following issues were observed during today’s visit: Facility missing lighting and hand railing at front walkway stairs. Staff observed assisting residents without fingerprint clearance. R1 observed walking in hallway with missing pants. R1 observed sleeping on mattress on the floor without exception. Deficiencies and TV’s provided per Title 22. Exit interview completed with Licensee, Nora. A copy of the report, deficiencies, TV’s and appeal rights provided.

Citations

4 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.

  • 1569.17(b)(1)(C)Type A

    Based on LPA interviews and records reviewed it was confirmed that S1 was not fingerprint cleared or associated to the facility and was working there at the time of the visit. This poses an immediate health, safety and or personal rights risk to residents in care

  • Hazardous areas restricted from residents

    Based on LPA observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as facility did not have hand railing or lighting at front entrance stairway. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • Dignity in personal relationships

    Based on LPA observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. R1 was observed transferring from one room to another and walking in hallway without any pants or covered up. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • Safe, healthful, comfortable accommodations

    Based on LPA observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. R1 was observed sleeping on a hospital mattress on the floor. Facility does not have a physicians order, letter of support or exception in resident file. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the December 4, 2024 inspection of ZEN HOUSE OF CARE?

This was an other inspection of ZEN HOUSE OF CARE on December 4, 2024. 4 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ZEN HOUSE OF CARE on December 4, 2024?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (1 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on LPA interviews and records reviewed it was confirmed that S1 was not fingerprint cleared or associated to the f..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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