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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CASA DE ESTRELLALicense 1983201293 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 11/25/2024 at 1:30pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Zina Brown conducted an unannounced visit to the above facility. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the annual inspection. LPA met with Evangeline Agatep, Administrator and the purpose of the visit was discussed. Facility is licensed to serve 6 non- ambulatory residents of which (1) maybe bedridden. Three (3) the residents are diagnosed with dementia, two (2) residents are receiving home health (0) residents are receiving hospice care services. The facility does not handle any of the residents’ money. The last fire drill was conducted on 10/03/2024. The facility fee is $494.50 and is due on 12/05/2024. LPA provided the pin #055870 to the facility to make annual fee payment online. The home is a single story home consisting of: (5) resident bedrooms, (2) full bathroom, den, living room, kitchen with dining area, laundry room (located in the kitchen) and two (2) outdoor shaded patio area. LPA toured the resident bedrooms which have the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, shower was free of mold/mildew and a non-skid mat was in place, water temperature measured at 113.1 F. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards; doorways were free of obstructions. Report continues on LIC 809-C Kitchen was checked and observed to be within Title 22 regulations. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked. All cleaning solutions, hazardous items, and medications were securely locked and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors were working properly, and fire extinguisher was fully charged. Carbon monoxide detector was operational. First Aid kit was available. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. Deficiencies cited under California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8); LPA observed the following deficiencies: On 11/25/2024 at 1:40 PM while LPA was conducting a tour of the physical plant, LPA observed: resident beds had bedrails and reviewed records for Resident #1, Resident #2, Resident #3 and Resident #5 files and did not observe a physicians order on file for the half bed rails. padlock on exterior gate For Resident #2, on the physicians report it states that the resident is bedridden, when resident is not bedridden. An exit interview was conducted with Evangeline Agatep, and a copy of Report and Appeal Rights provided. Note: *Citations not cleared by the due date will be a $100 fine assessed for each citation until it is cleared. Civil penalties will continue to accrue until Proof of Corrections (POC) are cleared. * .

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.

  • 87608(a)(3)Type A

    Based on interview, records review and observation, Resident #1-#3 and Resident #5 have half bed rails but no physician order on file which poses as a personal rights risk to residents in care.

  • 87458(b)(5)Type B

    Based on records review, 1 of the resident records review, indicated on the physicians record, the resident is bedridden. Based on LPA observation and other records reviewed, resident does not appear to be bedridden. This poses as a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87705(l)(1)Type B

    Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPAs observed two exterior front gates had padlocks in which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the November 25, 2024 inspection of CASA DE ESTRELLA?

This was a inspection inspection of CASA DE ESTRELLA on November 25, 2024. 3 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CASA DE ESTRELLA on November 25, 2024?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (1 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on interview, records review and observation, Resident #1-#3 and Resident #5 have half bed rails but no physician ..."

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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