Skip to main content

Inspection visit

Routine inspection

BEST YEARS ASSISTED LIVING, INCLicense 1976101923 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

At 1:45 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Huma Rahimi conducted an unannounced annual visit. LPA met with the staff Knark Vardanyan and the Administrator was contacted via telephone. LPA disclosed the reason for the visit. The Administrator arrived shortly after. LPA and the Administrator toured the facility inside and out. It is a single story building with five (bedrooms, three (3) bathrooms, kitchen, garage, common areas, and outdoor areas. It has an approved fire clearance for six (6) residents, of which six (6) may be bedridden. Approved hospice waivers for six (6). Kitchen: At approximately, 2:00 PM, LPA toured the kitchen area and observed enough supplies of staple non-perishable for minimum 1 week and perishable for 2 days at the facility. All knives and sharps observed to be locked in a kitchen drawer. LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher hung in the kitchen purchased on 01/29/2025. A laundry area near the kitchen contained an operable washer and dryer. Cleaning solutions were locked near the appliances. LPA observed disinfecting wipes in one of the kitchen drawers unlocked and accessible to residents in care. Medications: At approximately, 2:05 PM, LPA observed medications are centrally stored and locked in a moveable cabinet located in an office area near the main entrance. Garage: LPA observed the garage locked and contained extra food, a second refrigerator, and PPE, incontinence supplies. Continue on LIC809-C Bedrooms: The facility had five (5) bedrooms. Three (3) bedrooms were private and two (2) were shared. All bedrooms contained a chair, nightstand, lamp, storage, and bed with adequate bedding. All furnishings were clean and in good condition. LPA observed over the counter medication unlocked and accessible in bedroom #5 with Resident #1. LPA also observed half bed rails for three (3) out of five (5) residents in bedroom #1 (shared room), and bedroom #5 without Physician order. Facility has awake staff. Bathrooms: LPA observed three (3) bathrooms and all bathrooms appeared to be clean and in good repair. Properly supplied with toilet papers, soap and paper towels. LPA observed appropriate grab bar and client's bathroom had non-skid mat. LPA observed appropriate hand washing signs posted in each bathroom. LPA observed disinfecting wipes in one of the bathrooms attached with bedroom #5. At 2:15 PM, hot water temperature measured at 150.6°F. Common Areas : The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 71°F. The living room and dining area appeared clean and were properly furnished. The living room has a television, comfortable furniture. No obstructions and or tripping hazards throughout the facility. Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide . At 2:20 PM, LPA tested the dual-purpose smoke and carbon monoxide detector to be operational. All detectors were hard-wired, and the facility uses fire sprinklers. All auditory alarms were on, functioning, and centrally wired. Outside areas: At approximately, 2:25 PM LPA toured the outside area of the facility. LPA observed appropriate outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for residents. The emergency exit path was unlocked and free from debris. Between 3:10 PM to 4:10 PM, LPA reviewed records of five (5) residents and two (2) staff. Residents and staff records appeared to be complete and updated. Administrative: LPA collected Certificate of Liability Insurance, and LIC500. Deficiencies issued during today’s visit. Appeal Rights explained. Exit interview conducted and copy of this report signed and delivered.

Citations

3 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.

  • 87303(e)(2)Type B

    Based on LPA's observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The water temperature was 150.6 Degrees F which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87608(a)(3)Type B

    Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Three (3) out of five (5) residents have a half bed rail without a doctor's order, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87705(f)(2)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by leaving over the counter medications, and disinfecting wipes in the kitchen drawer and one of the bathrooms, unlocked and accessible to residents in care in bedroom #5, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the September 16, 2025 inspection of BEST YEARS ASSISTED LIVING, INC?

This was a inspection inspection of BEST YEARS ASSISTED LIVING, INC on September 16, 2025. 3 citations were issued: 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to BEST YEARS ASSISTED LIVING, INC on September 16, 2025?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (0 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on LPA's observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The water temperature was 150.6 De..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

SourceView on CCLDView original report

Share this reportEmail

Next steps

If this is your facility,claim this pageand correct anything the record gets wrong. Free.

Researching this visit professionally?Book a 15-minute calland we will walk through what we have on file.

Data from CCLD public records. Last updated . If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.