Routine inspection·April 18, 2026

On 4/18/2026 at approximately 10:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Angelica Segovia conducted an unannounced annual visit to the facility. LPA was greeted by the caregiver and stated the reason for their visit. The Administrator, James Durando arrived shortly after to assist with today’s visit. LPA asked for the census and Staff/Resident Roster. LPA conducted a physical plant tour at approximately 1:30 PM and the following was noted: The facility is a single unit building with five (5) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms currently occupying four (4) residents. There is one (1) designated staff room. The facility has an approved fire clearance for one (1) ambulatory and three (3) non-ambulatory residents. The facility is vendor through North Los Angeles Regional Center (NLARC) and is being operated at a Level III Residential Care for the Elderly. Common areas: The living rooms and dining room were observed to be neat, clean, and organized. The rooms were observed to be properly furnished and in good repair. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 76°F. LPA observed a fire extinguisher to be located near the kitchen and dated 08/26/2025. LPA observed required postings such as See/Say Something, Long-Term Care Ombudsman, and Personal Rights located throughout the common areas. A working telephone was observed. Kitchen: The kitchen was observed to be clean and free from pests. Sufficient supplies of seven (7) day nonperishable foods and two (2) day perishable foods were observed. Kitchen appliances were observed to be working and in proper condition. The knives/sharps were observed to be kept within a locked kitchen cabinet. (Continue to LIC 809-C) Laundry Room: The laundry appliances were observed to be located in the hallway’s passageway leading towards the bedrooms. The laundry appliances were observed to be in proper condition. LPA observed the cleaning solutions/toxins to be properly stored within the laundry room, locked and inaccessible to residents. Bedrooms: The residents’ rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate furniture and lighting system. The Hallways/passageways were observed to be lighted appropriately. LPA observed extra linen/covers to be kept in a storage cabinet located along the hallway’s passageway. Staff Room: LPA observed staff room to have a locked storage cabinet. The Staff/Resident files were observed to be kept in locked filing cabinet located near the living room/staff reception area. Bathrooms: The bathrooms were checked for cleanliness and proper operation. The hot water temperature was measured within regulations at 107.6 °F. Backyard: The backyard of the facility is equipped with a designated shaded area with outdoor furniture for residents. There is no body of water located at the facility. Garage: The garage can be accessed from inside of the facility. LPA observed the garage to be kept locked and used for storage purposes. Medications: The medications were observed stored in a locked kitchen cabinet. First-aid kit observed to be equipped with but not limited to bandages, scissors, and digital thermometer. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide: LPA observed the smoke detectors and carbon monoxide to be working properly and were tested. The Last Fire Drill was conducted on 2/18/2026. Residents/Staff Records: LPA conducted a complete file review of resident records. Resident records appeared to be not complete and updated. Staff records: LPA conducted a complete file review of three (3) staff records. Staff records appeared to be not complete and updated. Citations issued please refer to LIC 809-D. There were no other immediate health and safety hazards observed during the day of inspection. Exit interview was conducted, appeal rights given and a copy of this report was provided to the Administrator.