Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 04/23/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Wendy Gibbs, conducted an unannounced annual visit to the facility listed above. LPA met with House Manager, Edilberto Bernardino and the purpose of today’s visit was explained. LPA was granted entry into the facility.
The facility is licensed to serve 6 non-ambulatory residents over the age of 60, with an approved hospice waiver for 6 residents. Currently five (5) residents reside at the facility, and all five (5) were present during the visit.
Physical Plant/Structure
The facility is a single-story home in a residential neighborhood. The facility consists of six (6) resident bedrooms, five (5) bathrooms, staff office, living room, dining room, kitchen, and garage. LPA inspected the inside and outside of the facility. The front yard was observed to be landscaped and well maintained. The backyard has a covered patio with a large table and chairs to accommodate all residents. An additional table and chair are under the shade of a tree. The backyard is landscaped and well maintained. LPA observed all walkways around the home are clean, clear, and free of debris, obstructions, and hazards. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on the premises.
Bedrooms
LPA inspected all bedrooms and observed them to be clean and in good repair. All bedrooms had the required furniture including a bed, dresser, nightstand, chair, and storage space for personal belongings. All beds were observed to have the required linens including a mattress cover, fitted sheet, flat sheet, blanket, comforter, and pillows. LPA observed an ample supply of linens in a cabinet in the hallway. LPA observed all rooms have ample lighting.
Bathrooms
LPA inspected all bathrooms and found them to be clean and operational. All showers were observed to be clean and free of mildew and mold. All showers had a nonskid mat, shower chairs, and secured safety handrails. LPA observed an ample supply of hygiene products and incontinent care products
for residents. LPA observed an ample supply of towels and wash cloths in the cabinet in the hallway. The water temperature in the bathrooms measured 115.4-degrees, 115.1-degrees, 117.7-degrees, 118.3-degrees and 118.7-degrees Fahrenheit.
Kitchen
LPA inspected the kitchen and observed it clean and sanitary. LPA observed all appliances to be in good repair and are operational. LPA observed a 3-day supply of perishable foods, and a 7-day supply of nonperishable foods properly packaged, labeled, and dated. LPA observed an additional supply of foods in the refrigerators in the garage. LPA observed an ample supply of cookware, dishware, and cutlery. LPA observed all knives and sharps secured in a locked drawer in the kitchen and are inaccessible to residents. LPA observed all cleaning supplies secured in a locked cabinet under the kitchen sink and are inaccessible to residents. The water temperature measured 117.7-degrees Fahrenheit.
Common Rooms
During the time of the visit, LPA observed the facility appropriately furnished. LPA observed a couch and two (2) recliners in the living room, to accommodate residents. LPA observed books, magazines, games, and activities in the living room. The dining room has a large table with chairs to accommodate all residents. LPA observed all rooms and hallways have ample lighting. The facility was maintained at a comfortable temperature. All walkways and hallways in the facility were observed to be clean, clear, and free of obstructions and hazards. All rooms and hallways were observed with ample lighting.
Safety
LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher in the kitchen that was last serviced on 04/29/2025. All smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are operable. The facility’s last inspection by the Torrance Fire Department was on 07/23/2025. LPA observed all exits clearly marked. The last emergency drill was conducted on 01/05/2026. LPA inspected the First Aid kit and observed it contained the required items and a manual. The facility has a working landline telephone. The facility sketch is posted in the dining room. LPA observed all required documents including emergency numbers posted in the facility. LPA observed the facilities Emergency and Disaster Plan posted and last reviewed on 05/01/2025. LPA received and reviewed a copy of the Certificate of Liability Insurance, through Acord, policy number 0100310726-2, valid till 07/01/2026. When doors leading to the outside of the facility are opened an audio signal is produced. There are no security bars over the windows. There are no firearms or ammunition stored on the premises.
File Review
LPA reviewed five (5) resident files and found they contained the required documents. LPA reviewed the files for the administrator and three (3) staff files and found they contained the required documents, certification, clearance, and training. The administrator’s Administrator Certificate, 735811740, is valid till 07/22/2026. LPA informed staff the facility’s Licensing Fees are due on 05/07/2026. LPA provided
staff with the amount due and the PIN for online payment.
Medications
LPA observed Centrally Stored Medications secured in a locked cabinet in the dining room and are inaccessible to residents. LPA observed all Centrally Stored Medications in their original packaging. LPA reviewed residents Medication Administration Records (MARs) and medications for five (5) residents. LPA observed five (5) out of five (5) resident’s MARs and medication are consistent with properly documented records.
Infection Control
LPA observed a sanitizing station at the entrance of the facility. It has a visitor log, hand sanitizer, masks, and a thermometer. LPA observed infection control signs posted throughout the facility. LPA observed a 120-day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) stored in the garage. LPA observed an ample supply of hand soap, paper towels, and cleaning supplies stored in the garage.
According to the California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8), LPA did not observe or cite any deficiencies during today’s visit.
An exit interview was conducted with House Manager, Edilberto Bernardino, and a copy of this report was provided.