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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

ST. CATHERINE'S HOME CARE, INC.License 1572039513 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 6/29/21 at 10:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Malia Thao arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual inspection. LPA was met by caregivers, explained reason for inspection, and was granted entry. Licensee (LIC) Amalia Necer arrived about 30 minutes later. A tour of the facility was conducted. COVID-19 guidelines are in place. Facility has one main entrance/exit point. Facility was observed clean and without any obstructions or fire clearance issues. Hand sanitizer was readily available to residents and visitors. Social distancing is maintained in the common and dining areas. Hand washing posters were observed by the bathroom sinks. Bedrooms are shared. LPA checked residents’ medications and observed the month's supply. Food supply was observed in adequate supply. Cleaning and PPE supplies were checked. The following deficiency was cited: 1. Administrator certificate #6021897740 expired 10/28/2020. Licensee admitted she has not had time to complete the required training for recertification and has not submitted an application for renewal of the Administrator certificate. 2. Licensee could not produce health screenings for S1 and S2. 3. LPA found a shovel, a pair of shears, and four unused metal wire tomato cages in backyard. LPA observed multiple areas of tiled back patio with cracked tiles that had loose shards of broken tile. LPA observed outside fire exit fence gate was stuck, and difficult to unlatch and push open. Deficiencies are being cited based on LPA observations, record review, and interviews conducted in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, see LIC809D. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights were emailed to Licensee Amalia Necer at necerfamily661@aol.com with a read receipt.

Citations

3 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.

  • 87303(a)Type B

    Maintain facility in clean, safe, sanitary condition

    Based on observation and interview, LPA found a shovel, a pair of shears, and four unused metal wire tomato cages in backyard. LPA observed multiple areas of tiled back patio with cracked tiles that had loose shards of broken tile. LPA observed outside fire exit fence gate was stuck, and difficult to unlatch and push open, all of which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87411(f)Type B

    Health screening and fitness requirements

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee could not produce health screenings for S1 and S2, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87407(d)Type A

    Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Administrator certification for S1 expired on 10/28/2020. Licensee admitted she has not had time to complete the required training for recertification and has not submitted an application for renewal of the Administrator certificate, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the June 29, 2021 inspection of ST. CATHERINE'S HOME CARE, INC.?

This was an inspection of ST. CATHERINE'S HOME CARE, INC. on June 29, 2021. 3 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ST. CATHERINE'S HOME CARE, INC. on June 29, 2021?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (1 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and interview, LPA found a shovel, a pair of shears, and four unused metal wire tomato cages in bac..."

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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