Routine inspection·April 14, 2025

On 4/14/25 an unannounced annual visit was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Perchui Milena Khurshudyan. Upon arrival, LPA met with the Caregiver Josephine Espiritu, who granted access to the facility. LPA introduced herself by showing her badge and explained the reason for the visit. Shortly after the Administrator, Jeffrey Savella arrived and helped with staff/residents’ files and medications. During today's visit, LPA conducted a physical plant walk through, at approximately 9:45am, to ensure that the facility is in compliance with rules and regulations under California Code of Regulations, Title 22. The following was observed: The facility is a single-story home and is licensed for capacity of six (6) residents, of which six (6) may be Non-Ambulatory and of which fire clearance for one (1) Bedridden. Facility also has a hospice waiver for six (6) residents. There are six (6) bedrooms, of which five (5) bedrooms are designated for residents’ use and one (1) bedroom #1 is designated for staff use only. All bedrooms observed to be appropriately furnished and have appropriate lighting. There are four (4) bathrooms in the facility of which three (3) are designated for residents’ use and one (1) for staff use. LPA observed bathrooms have soap, paper towels and hand washing signs. The hot water temperature measured at 10:10am to be 109°F. Extra towels and linens were readily available in the linen closet located in the hallway next to the entrance door. There are grab bars for each toilet and shower, bathrooms have non-skid mats. All trash cans in bathrooms had fitted lids to protect from cross contamination. LPA observed facility alarms were present on all exit doors and all of the signals were functional. SMOKE DETECTORS/CARBON MONOXIDE. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide are hard wired, inter-connected and were located throughout the facility. At 10:55am they were tested and observed to be operational. The facility has two (2) fire extinguishers that were last purchased on 2/13/2025. Continue on LIC809-C KITCHEN: The facility has a Kitchen area that is equipped with a refrigerator, microwave oven, dish washer and sink. The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA observed the kitchen area, there was sufficient stock of one week non-perishable foods and two days of perishable foods. Frozen foods are properly wrapped and stored. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and inaccessible to pests. LPA observed that sharp objects were stored inside the kitchen cabinet, which was observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Extra emergency food was properly stored inside the pantry. The common areas which include dining and living room appeared clean and were properly furnished. Temperature was comfortable it was measured at 11:05am to be 74°F. No obstructions and or tripping hazards throughout the facility found. MEDICATION: LPA observed medications are centrally stored and locked inside the kitchen cabinet. First Aid kit was also available and stored inside the kitchen cabinet, inaccessible to residents in care. It was checked by the LPA to be complete with the new manual available with it. Facility operated with two (2) shifts and has three (3) staff for AM shift and three (3) awake caregivers for PM shift. COMMON AREAS: LPA observed living room and a dining room that appeared generally clean and were properly furnished. No obstructions and or tripping hazards throughout the facility. Facility has land line; LPA checked its operational. LAUNDRY ROOM: Laundry machines are located by the kitchen area and observed to be operational. LPA observed chemicals and detergents were stored and locked inside the cabinet located outside of the facility. LPA discussed the importance of keeping potentially dangerous items locked at all times. SURROUNDING GROUNDS: LPA observed sufficient yard space with fenced backyard. Appropriate outdoor furniture, with covered shaded area available for residents to rest and enjoy outside weather. LPA discussed the importance of maintaining the care and supervision to meet the needs of clients. Exit doors were unlocked and free of obstructions. The facility does not have a swimming pool or body of water. There is no garage in the property. FILE REVIEW : Between 11:15am to 12:30pm, LPA reviewed records and files of five (5) residents and four (4) staff/caregivers. A review of staff and resident records appeared to be complete. Resident’s files contain signed admission agreements and a medical assessment, and all other required documents/forms. Continue on LIC809-C A review of staff records indicates that all facility staff and who required caregiver background checks have received criminal record clearances. There are no residents with prohibited conditions residing at the facility. Facility provides activities to the residents in care, two out of five residents participate in Adult Day program. An emergency exit plan/sketch along with other posting requirements are posted on the wall by the entrance area. Medications Review : At approximately 12:35pm. LPA reviewed Centrally Stored Medication Destruction Records for proper documentation. Facility also maintains Medical Administration Records (MAR). PRN medications have written orders from a physician. Potentially dangerous items are kept inaccessible to residents in care. LPA collected LIC500, LIC9020, copy of Liability Insurance Certificate. No citation issued during today’s visit. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report signed and delivered.