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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

LA CASITA RESIDENTIAL CARE INC.License 1986034104 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alberto Lopez conducted a Health and Safety check visit in response to complaint allegations. LPA was greeted by DSP Karla Enriquez who allowed entry. Administrator, Humberto Santamaria and Spouse Carmen Santamaria arrived a few minutes later and LPA explained the reason for the visit. During the health and safety check, LPA observed several deficiencies. Four residents were observed with gait belts wrapped around the wheelchair without a quick release. LPA observed client using oxygen without a sign on the entrance and no report to provided to Fire Department. Carmen Santamaria, Spouse of Licensee stated that they have 4 residents on hospice but never notified the department of the initiation of Hospice services. Facility also failed to submit incident report(s) when resident(s) were hospitalized and death report for resident that passed away in January 2024. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 and Chapter 8 are being cited on the 809D exit interview held, report, citations, and appeal rights provided,

Citations

4 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.

  • 87211(a)(1)(A)Type B

    87211 Reporting Requirements; (a) Each licensee shall furnish...: (1) A written report shall be submitted to the licensing agency...within seven days of the occurrence... (A) Death of any resident from any cause regardless of where the death occurred...This requirements is not met as evidence by: Based on documents reviewed, and facility failed to report death of R#1 within the seven days of occurrence which poses a potential Health, Safety, and Personal Risk to persons in care.

  • 87608(a)(2)Type A

    (a) Based on the individual's preadmission appraisal, and subsequent changes to that appraisal, the facility shall provide assistance and care for the resident in those activities of daily living which the resident is unable to do for himself/herself. Postural supports may be used under the following conditions. (2) Postural supports shall be fastened or tied in a manner that permits quick release by the resident.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPA observed 4 residents wearing gait belts without a quick release which poses/pose a health and safety hazard for residents in care.

  • 87618(b)(3)(a)Type B

    (a) Except as specified in Section 87611(a), the licensee shall be permitted to accept or retain a resident who requires the use of oxygen gas administration under the following circumstances:(b) In addition to Section 87611(b), the licensee shall be responsible for the following:(A) A report shall be made in writing to the local fire jurisdiction that oxygen is in use at the facility.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPA observed one resident using oxygen and no written report has been submitted to fire department.

  • 87632(d)(2)Type B

    Hospice Care WaiverThe licensee shall notify the Department in writing within five working days of the initiation of hospice care services for any terminally ill resident in the facility or within five working days of admitting a resident already receiving hospice care services. The notice shall include the resident's name and date of admission to the facility and the name and address of the hospice.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Facility has four residents currently on Hospice and failed to notify the departmentwhich poses a potential Health, Safety, and Personal Risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the April 3, 2024 inspection of LA CASITA RESIDENTIAL CARE INC.?

This was a other inspection of LA CASITA RESIDENTIAL CARE INC. on April 3, 2024. 4 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to LA CASITA RESIDENTIAL CARE INC. on April 3, 2024?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (1 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "87211 Reporting Requirements; (a) Each licensee shall furnish...: (1) A written report shall be submitted to the licensi..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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