Routine inspection·May 7, 2026

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tao conducted an unannounced annual visit at the facility using the CARE inspection tool. LPA met with Administrator assistant Laura Marcela Aguillar and explained the reason for the visit. The facility is licensed to serve six (6) non ambulatory residents who are ages 60 and above. The facility is a single-story home located in a residential area in Pasadena. The facility consisted of a living area, dining room, kitchen, five (5) resident bedrooms, three (3) bathrooms, office area, laundry room, detached garage, front yard and back yard. Annual fees are current. The following CARE tool domains were reviewed during this visit: Infection Control: Sufficient PPE supplies and an Infection Control Plan maintained at the facility were observed and in compliance. Physical Plant & Environment Safety: Physical plant tour was conducted. Residents’ bedrooms were checked and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably was available. The backyard, outdoor and passageways were free of obstruction and debris/hazards. Hygiene products were readily available for residents. All storage areas for cleaning solutions, toxins, knives, and hazardous items were kept in a locked cabinet and were inaccessible to residents. Water temperature was tested and the temperatures were between 113 – 115.4 degrees F., which is in compliance with regulations. A pool was secured with a 5ft fence. Auditory devices were operable. (-Continued on the LIC809-C) Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were operable and in compliance. Fire extinguishers were observed and fully charged. Operational Requirements and Disaster Preparedness: Facility has an activity area furnished for outdoor use. Facility maintains documentation of the required emergency drills. Fire drills were conducted quarterly. The last fire drill was on 04/01/26. Staffing and Personnel Records- Training: There appears to be sufficient staffing at all times in the facility. Staff files were reviewed and in compliance. Administrator certificate is current with the expiration date of 09/23/2026. Resident Rights-Information and resident Records-Incident Reports: Facility provided telephone landline and internet for the residents. Resident rights posters and reporting posters were displayed within the facility. Food Service: The kitchen was observed to be clean. Two (2) days of perishables and one week (7 days) of non-perishables food supply were observed. Health Related Service: Medication was properly labeled, centrally stored, and in their original containers. Incidental Medical & Dental and Emergency Intervention: Staff designated to administer medication have the proper training on file. Residents at this facility do not need the use of restraints or de-escalation techniques, however, staff maintain a CPI Certificate in the case of use. Exit: No deficiencies were noted during this visit per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. Exit interview was conducted with Administrator assistant Laura Marcela Aguillar and LIC 809s were provided.