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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

A COMFORT CARE HOMELicense 1572066896 citations on this visit
6 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 7/9/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection. LPA arrived, introduced self, stated purpose of visit, and allowed entrance by caregiver. Evangeline Schissler arrived a few minutes later to conduct visit with LPA. Upon entry, LPA did not observe any required postings available. LPA observed facility to be clean, odor free, and temperature to be 73 degrees. Facility observed to be equipped with auditory alarms on all exit doors however not in the "on" position. Resident rooms toured. All common areas observed to have adequate seating available for residents. Bathrooms observed to have grab bars, shower chairs, and non-skid mats available. Fixtures in the bathroom observed to be functional. Water temperature measured at 113 degrees F. Kitchen toured, facility has a 7-day supply of non-perishable food, however does not have a 2 day supply of perishable food available. LPA observed food in refrigerator to be stored and not dated. LPA also observed canned food in pantry beyond expiration date. Knives and scissors observed to be in drawer but unlocked and accessible to residents, LPA also observed knives in dish rack. Medications requiring refrigeration observed to be in the refrigerator and accessible to residents. LPA observed a kitchen drawer with AM medications pre-dispensed and waiting to be administered, unlocked and accessible to residents. Medications in hallway cabinet observed to be unlocked. All medications observed to have original labels. LPA observed smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector to be operational during facility inspection. Outside of facility toured. Pool is surrounded with a 5 foot wrought iron fence, observed to be locked and secured and inaccessible to residents. No hazards observed. LPA will return to conduct staff and resident file reviews. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, a deficiencies are being cited on the attached 9099-D. Exit interview conducted. Appeal rights provided. A copy of the sign report provided for facility records.

Citations

6 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.

  • Store centrally held medications in locked secure place

    Based on bservation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87555(26)Type B

    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.

  • Notify agency before locking doors or gates

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87468(C)Type B

    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.

  • 87705(j)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 4] out of 4 exit doors the auditory alarm was not in "on" position which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87755(9)Type B

    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.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the July 9, 2024 inspection of A COMFORT CARE HOME?

This was an inspection of A COMFORT CARE HOME on July 9, 2024. 6 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious) and 4 Type B.

Were any citations issued to A COMFORT CARE HOME on July 9, 2024?

Yes, 6 citations were issued (2 Type A, 4 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on bservation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses an immediate health, safety or..."

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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