Routine inspection·September 20, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Zabel Chochian arrived at the facility today to conduct a required annual visit at approximately 1:00 P.M. Upon arrival LPA met with the Dining Manager Maria Lopez. LPA introduced self and reason for the visit was explained. Administrator, Lorena Soria, couldn’t be present at the time of the visit. The LPAs toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. At approximately 1:30 P.M., a tour of the physical plant was conducted with Maria Lopez. There are three separate residential areas for the licensed facility: Country House Cottages, Lodge, and Villa. The Cottages are for independent residents, the Lodge is assisted living, and the Villa consist of independent and assisted living residents. Required postings observed in the common areas of the facility. LPA inspected the common areas throughout the three buildings. These included the Country House library, activity rooms, and computer rooms. The areas were observed to be properly furnished and relatively clean at the time of the visit. Sanitizer observed available in all buildings. All three kitchens and dining room observed. Dining furniture was observed to be in good condition in each building. Knives and sharp objects observed to be kept inaccessible to residents in care. Kitchen appliances appeared to be in operable condition. LPA observed a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food in each building. During the inspection, LPA observed the ice machine and dish washer in the Villa building inoperable. Staff reported that they are waiting for a part. Ice is brought from the other building and dishes are transferred as well to the other kitchen to be washed. LPA inspected eight (8) randomly selected bedrooms throughout the Cottages and The Lodge. The resident bedrooms were properly furnished and with sufficient lighting. (Continue to LIC809c) Hot water temperature was tested in eight randomly selected residents’ bedrooms. Hot water temperature measured within the required range of 105 - 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Resident bathrooms were clean and sanitary and in operating condition with grab bars and non-skid surfaces. The bathrooms were sufficiently stocked with supplies and paper towels. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature in each building. Smoke detector(s) and carbon monoxide detectors were operational at the time of the visit. Fire extinguishers were observed throughout the facility, fully charged and were last serviced 01/15/2025. Facility is gated. Entry/exits were free of obstructions. There are several shaded areas with adequate outdoor furniture for resident use. The outdoor areas were clean and free of hazards. No bodies of water noted at the time of the visit. There are two (2) buildings with staff offices, gym, and a pool for residents. Pool was locked and inaccessible to residents at the time of visit. During the inspection the LPAs interviewed nine (9) residents and three staff members. Due to time constraints annual inspection will continue on another date for records review, Villa building physical plant and medication procedures and policy review. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report provided.