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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

PALOS VERDES CARE COTTAGELicense 1983203052 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 10/12/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Regina Cloyd conducted an unannounced required – annual inspection and met with Staff Robert Lim. LPA spoke with the Administrator Ma Salvacion Medina over the phone. The facility is licensed to serve six (6) ambulatory residents, all of which four (4) may be non-ambulatory and one (1) may be bedridden. Bedroom #1 is approved for ambulatory. Bedroom #2 and #4 are approved for non-ambulatory. Bedroom #3 is approved for bedridden and non-ambulatory. The facility has a hospice waiver approved for six (6) residents. The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It has a ramp that goes along the west side of the facility. It consists of (4) bedrooms, (2) full bathrooms, shaded back yard, front yard, laundry room and a attached garage. Staff accompanied LPA inside and outside the facility during this inspection. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens, and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. 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. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Continue to LIC809-C. LPA toured the kitchen area and observed a two-day supply of perishable and a seven-day supply of non-perishable food. Knives and toxins were kept in locked storage cabinet. Staff tested the carbon monoxide detector and smoke detectors in the house. Both devices were functional. Three (3) staff records were reviewed. Four resident records were reviewed and two residents’ medication was reviewed. Deficiencies were observed during today’s visit but due to insufficient time, an annual continuation is required. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was discussed with the Administrator over the phone and left with Staff Robert Lim .

Citations

2 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(g)(1)Type B

    Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above for the washer and dryer which poses/posed a potential health risk to persons in care. LPA did not observe a operable washer and dryer. Administrator stated that it has been since 10/11/24.

  • 87307(d)(6)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above for two bedroom exits and outdoor perimeter which poses/posed a potential safety risk to persons in care. LPA observed oudoor medical equipment and grill blocking one resident outdoor exit. LPA observer a resident's couch blocking resident's outdoor exit. LPA observe material around the perimeter of the house.

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What happened during the October 12, 2024 inspection of PALOS VERDES CARE COTTAGE?

This was a inspection inspection of PALOS VERDES CARE COTTAGE on October 12, 2024. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to PALOS VERDES CARE COTTAGE on October 12, 2024?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above for the washer and dryer wh..."

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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