Pre-licensing visit·February 25, 2025

On 02/25/2025 at 09:45 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lorena Casillas conducted an announced Pre-Licensing Inspection with Licensee Suren Galstyan and Administrator Hasmik Kachatryan. An application to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) was received by Community Care Licensing (CCL) on 09/03/2024. A fire clearance was approved on 10/25/2024, for five (5) non-ambulatory residents and one (1) bed ridden resident for a total capacity of six (6). The purpose of today’s visit is to inspect the facility to ensure that it maintains compliance under California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. The Component III presentation was conducted from 10:05 am until 11:35 am with Licensee and Administrator. A tour of the physical plant was initiated at approximately 11:45 am and the following was observed: The facility maintains a comfortable temperature of 78 degrees F. KITCHEN: The facility has a Kitchen area that is equipped with a refrigerator, microwave oven and sink. There was an adequate supply of nonperishable food and dining ware to accommodate a maximum capacity of six (6). Perishable food will be purchased once residents are established. Knives will be locked in a kitchen drawer. BEDROOMS: The facility has a total of four (4) bedrooms of which three (3) are for resident use and one (1) bedroom for staff use. Bedrooms #1 through #3 are designated for two (2) non ambulatory residents each. Bedroom #3 can be used for one (1) bedridden resident. The applicant furnished the resident bedrooms with beds, nightstand, chairs, dresser, bedding and linens. All rooms had sufficient lighting. Continued on LIC809-C BATHROOMS: The facility has three (3) bathrooms. All bathrooms were observed to have the proper fixtures, and non-skid mats. The hot water delivered in the bathrooms measured 119.6 degrees F. COMMON AREAS: These included the living room and dining room areas, which were equipped with living room furniture, a television, tables, and chairs. The dining room table is large enough to accommodate up to six (6) residents. There were no visible immediate hazards. The smoke alarms are hard wired, inter-connected and are a combination with carbon monoxide. The facility has two (2) fire extinguishers that were purchased on 11/25/2024 and are fully charged. One is located in the kitchen and one in a hallway. LAUNDRY ROOM: Laundry room is adjacent to the staff bedroom and has washer and dryer. Cleaning detergents and supplies are locked in the laundry room. MEDICATIONS: Medications and first aid kit will be stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen area. GARAGE: The garage is used for additional storage. STAFF/RESIDENT RECORDS: Staff and resident records will be stored in a locked cabinet, located in the living room. The applicant was advised to ensure that resident and staff records will be accessible to the licensing agency upon request or during inspection. SURROUNDING GROUNDS: The driveway, passageways and entrance to the home was clear of obstruction. The backyard of the facility has a patio and backyard furniture. The facility backyard has sufficient yard space to accommodate outdoor activities. There is no swimming pool or bodies of water. No deficiencies noted. Exit Interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was given to Administrator.