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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

MERCED SENIOR LIVINGLicense 2472069212 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lady Cabrera arrived unannounced for an Annual Required Inspection. Administrator Daniel Gormley was unavailable and approved for Executive Director Shelly Randel to give a tour of the facility. LPA stated the purpose of the visit. A tour of the facility was conducted. COVID-19 guidelines are in place. Visitor log-in/temperature check was observed upon entry. Facility has one entrance/exit point. Hand sanitizer was readily available to residents and visitors. Social distancing is maintained in the common and dining areas. Bathrooms have trashcans with lid. Hand washing posters were observed by the bathrooms. Bedrooms were checked. The exterior tour was conducted. LPA checked residents’ medications and observed a 30-day supply. Food supply was checked and there appeared to be an adequate supply. Cleaning and PPE supplies were checked. Staff records were reviewed for good health and infection control training. Facility staff was observed with mask on. Residents wear masks when away from the community. Resident’s files have updated emergency contact information. LPA follow up on Special Incident Reports (SIR) submitted to CCLD on 03/15/2022, 04/14/2022, 03/24/2022,3/26/2022, and 04/14/2022 to obtain additional information regarding the incidents. Based on today’s inspection, deficiencies were cited in the areas evaluated and listed on the LIC809D according to California Code of Regulations Title 22. Exit interview was conducted.

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.

  • 87309(a)Type A

    Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when LPA observed the assisted living laundry room and memory care housekeeping room unlocked, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87303(a)Type B

    Maintain facility in clean, safe, sanitary condition

    Based on observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed several unused wheelchairs, boxes and various items in the hallway by service entrance. LPA observed a dried tree/branches on top of a metal storage container in the southside of the back-parking lot. LPA and Executive Director entered a memory care resident’s room and it had a strong odor of urine, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the April 26, 2022 inspection of MERCED SENIOR LIVING?

This was an inspection of MERCED SENIOR LIVING on April 26, 2022. 2 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to MERCED SENIOR LIVING on April 26, 2022?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (1 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when LPA observed the assisted living lau..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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