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SEQUOIA SPRINGS SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITYLicense 1268038301 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

At approximately 10:30AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chris Arnhold arrived at this facility unannounced, to conduct an investigation into the above allegation. LPA met with Executive Director Alma Peralta, interviewed staff and reviewed records. Based on records reviewed, Resident, R1, went to the hospital on 07/25/2025 for a change in condition. R1 was admitted to the hospital. Based on records reviewed, R1 returned to baseline on 07/29/2025 and was to be discharged but facility refused to accept them back. R1 returned to the facility on 08/08/2025 receiving hospice care. Based on the Departments investigation, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. Deficiencies are cited from the California Code of Regulations (CCRs), and/or the Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment. This report was reviewed with Alma Peralta and Appeal rights were given.

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.

  • 1569.269(a)(22)Type A

    (22) To be protected from involuntary transfers, discharges, and evictions in violation of state laws and regulations... This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on records reviewed and interviews conducted, Licensee did not accept resident back to the facility when they were discharged This poses an Immediate Health, Safety or Personal Rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87705(d)Type A

    87705 Care of Persons with Dementia:(d) The licensee shall ensure that the facility has an auditory device or other staff alert feature to monitor exits on exterior doors and perimeter fence gates accessible to those residents who may be at risk for elopement, as defined in Section 87101, Definitions. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on records reviewed, Licensee did not ensure the front exit door was monitored to ensure the safety of residents. This poses an Immediate Health, Safety or Personal Rights risk to residents in care.

  • 1569.157Type B

    1569.157 Resident-oriented facility council:(c) If a resident council submits written concerns or recommendations, the facility shall respond in writing regarding any action or inaction taken in response to those concerns or recommendations within 14 calendar days. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on records reviewed, Licensee has not responded in writing to the resident council concerns. This poses a potential Health, Safety or Personal Rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87465(a)(4)Type A

    87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care:(4) The licensee shall assist residents with self-administered medications as needed. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on records reviewed, Licensee did not ensure resident received assistance with medication as ordered. This poses an Immediate Health, Safety or Personal Rights risk to residents in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the August 19, 2025 inspection of SEQUOIA SPRINGS SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY?

This was a complaint inspection of SEQUOIA SPRINGS SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY on August 19, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to SEQUOIA SPRINGS SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY on August 19, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "(22) To be protected from involuntary transfers, discharges, and evictions in violation of state laws and regulations......"

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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