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Inspection visit

Complaint

DOWNEY RETIREMENT CENTERLicense 1986018382 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

In regards to the allegation: Facility does not have hot water. Interviews with 4 of 4 Residents indicate facility lacked running hot water on the 2nd floor of the facility from the time the water pump broke until the repair was completed. Based on LPA's record review and interviews, investigation revealed the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegations are found to be substantiated. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 and Chapter 8 are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. Exit interview conducted with Michele Goodney and a copy of this report and appeal rights provided.

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(a)Type B

    Maintain facility in clean, safe, sanitary condition

    87303(a) The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Water pump was broken on 08/04/21 and a new water pump was not ordered until 08/11/21. Water pump order arrived on 08/16/21 and repair was completed the same day.

  • Provide resident hot water for personal care

    87303(e)(2) Faucets used by residents for personal care such as shaving and grooming shall deliver hot water. Hot water temperature controls shall be maintained to automatically regulate the temperature of hot water used by residents to attain a temperature of not less than 105 degree F (41 degree C) and not more than 120 degree F (49 degree C). This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Interviews with 4 of 4 Residents indicate facility lacked running hot water on the 2nd floor of the facility from the time the water pump broke until the repair was completed.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the August 18, 2021 inspection of DOWNEY RETIREMENT CENTER?

This was a complaint inspection of DOWNEY RETIREMENT CENTER on August 18, 2021. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to DOWNEY RETIREMENT CENTER on August 18, 2021?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "87303(a) The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provisi..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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