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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

ASHLEY'S GARDEN ELDERLY CARELicense 1976098241 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Trevor Byrne arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the required annual visit at 09:59 AM. LPA met with facility staff #1 (S1) who contacted the facility Administrator Annie Osborn via telephone call. The facility Administrator arrived to the facility at approximately 10:55 AM. Entrance interview conducted and the reason for the visit was explained. Beginning at 10:05 AM, the LPA, along with S1 toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards, and that facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. The following was observed: KITCHEN : The LPA observed the kitchen area to be clean. Kitchen appliances appeared to be in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of two (2) days perishable and seven (7) days non-perishable food. LPA observed a properly secured drawer to contain knives and other sharp objects. LPA observed a secure under-sink cabinet to contain cleaning chemicals. A secured cabinet was observed to contain resident medications and facility files. LPA observed a wall mounted fire extinguisher to be fully charged and purchased on 04/11/2025. BEDROOMS : There are four (4) bedrooms in the facility; three (3) are designated for resident use and one (1) is designated as a staff room. LPA and S1 toured all four (4) bedrooms in the facility. The staff bedroom was observed to be locked and inaccessible to clients in care. All resident rooms were observed to be furnished appropriately with clean linens, appropriate furnishings, and sufficient lighting. Bedroom #3 contained an additional closet that contained the facility’s adequate emergency food supply. Continued on LIC 809C. BATHROOMS : There are two (2) bathrooms at the facility, one (1) is designated as a shared resident bathroom and one (1) is designated as a private resident bathroom. Both bathrooms were observed to be clean and in good repair and all were equipped with nonskid surfaces. Both bathrooms were observed to contain locked cabinets that contained resident grooming supplies. Grab bars were observed near all toilets and all were properly secured. The water temperature was measured between 106.2 and 112.8 degrees Fahrenheit, which is in compliance with regulation. COMMON AREAS : This includes the living room and dining room. LPA observed the living room to be clean and properly furnished at the time of the visit. The living room contains an appropriately screened fireplace, a television, and board games for resident use. Smoke detectors, fire doors, and carbon monoxide detectors were tested at 10:59 AM and were functional at the time of the visit. The dining room was observed to be clean and contained adequate seating for resident use. OUTDOOR SPACE/GARAGE: The facility has one (1) emergency exit gate located at the front entrance to the property; LPA observed clear passageways for emergency exit use. The facility has adequate shaded seating outdoors for resident use. The garage was observed to be secured and contained an extra refrigerator, a washer and dryer, cleaning chemicals, and extra care supplies. The garage was observed to contain adequate emergency water supplies. RECORD REVIEW: Record review began at 11:03 AM. Staff and resident records were reviewed for documents including, but not limited to: health screening, TB test, staff training records, fingerprint clearance, resident physician's report, needs and service appraisal, consent forms, and personal rights. Three (3) staff files were reviewed. All staff files contained the required documentation and trainings. Five (5) resident files were reviewed. All resident files reviewed contained all required documentation and signatures. No deficiencies were observed during record review. MEDICATION REVIEW: Medication review began at 12:22 PM. Medications for three (3) residents were observed. Resident #1 (R1) was observed to have a bottle of multivitamins stored with their medication. LPA reviewed R1’s file and did not observe a prescription for the multivitamin. Additionally, the multivitamin was not logged on R1’s Centrally stored medication and destruction record sheet (CSMDR). LPA informed the Administrator of the discrepancy. The Administrator informed LPA that the medication was given at R1’s request. The Administrator agreed to obtain a doctor’s order for the multivitamin. S1 updated R1's CSMDR to include the multivitamin at the time of the visit. Report Continued on LIC 809-C. INFECTION CONTROL/EMERGENCY DISASTER PLANNING: During today’s visit, the LPA reviewed the facility's infection control practices and the facility's emergency disaster plan. The facility’s policies and procedures as they pertain to infection control are adequate. The last emergency disaster drill was conducted on 07/14/2025. The facility’s emergency disaster plan is up to date and is adequate. Both the infection control plan and the emergency disaster plan are reviewed/updated annually by the facility’s Administrator. INTERVIEWS: LPA interviewed one (1) staff and one (1) resident. The resident interviewed stated that the food was of good quality and is provided in sufficient amounts. The resident stated that staff treat them well and are attentive to their needs. The resident interviewed had no concerns with the facility. The staff member interviewed was knowledgeable on their role and responsibilities, the resident rights, the different forms of abuse, and the appropriate reporting procedures for suspected abuse. During today’s visit LPA obtained a copy of the facility’s updated LIC500, resident roster, and liability insurance. Pursuant to Title 22 of the CA Code of Regulations the following deficiency was cited (refer to LIC 809-D). The Administrator had to leave the facility during today's inspection but has designated S1 to sign this report on their behalf. This report was read to the Administrator via telephone call. Exit interview was conducted. A copy of the report, and appeal rights were provided.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 87465(e)Type B

    Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as R1's centrally stored medications contained a bottle of "1 a day men's multi vitamins" which R1 did not have a prescription or doctor's orders for which poses a potential health risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the August 19, 2025 inspection of ASHLEY'S GARDEN ELDERLY CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of ASHLEY'S GARDEN ELDERLY CARE on August 19, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ASHLEY'S GARDEN ELDERLY CARE on August 19, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as R1's centrally store..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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