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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

MERCED SENIOR LIVINGLicense 2472069214 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 5/3/2023, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) D. Ayers arrived unannounced to conduct a Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Memory Care Director Tracy Seibert and announced the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility inside and outside. All passageways and exits were clear and free from obstruction. Fire extinguishers were recently serviced and facility has a sprinkler system. LPA toured the facility kitchen and observed an adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable foodstuffs. Kitchen and all common were well-lit, and odor-free. Facility had adequate supply of emergency food and first aid supplies. LPA reviewed emergency-disaster plan. LPA toured a sample of resident bedrooms and bathrooms. LPA toured facility memory care unit. LPA observed centrally stored medications in assisted living and memory care to be properly stored and secured, and medications appeared to be administered properly. LPA reviewed a sample of resident and staff files. Files contained required documentation and records. LPA requested the following files to be provided by 5/18/2023: LIC 500, LIC 308, LIC 9020a. During the inspection, LPA observed common areas and some resident bedrooms to have debris and dead bugs on the floor and along windows and window sills. LPA also observed food debris on the floor in the dining area. LPA observed one resident shower with a tiled floor to not have a non-skid mat. In the memory care kitchen area, LPA observed cleaning solution and Clorox spray stored in an unsecured cabinet below the sink. During records review, LPA observed that facility staff did not maintain adequate records of disaster/emergency drills. The last recorded fire drill was conducted 10/30/2019 at the time of inspection. See attached 809-D's for four type B citations issued in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. A copy of the report and appeal rights were provided. Exit interview conducted.

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.

  • 1569.695(c)Type B

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in in 1 out of 1 emergency response binders, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87303(a)Type B

    Maintain facility in clean, safe, sanitary condition

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in multiple bedrooms and common areas, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • Use slip-resistant surfaces in bathing areas

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 6 resident bathrooms which were toured, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87309(a)Type B

    Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 6 kitchen cabinets in the memory care unit which posed 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 May 4, 2023 inspection of MERCED SENIOR LIVING?

This was an inspection of MERCED SENIOR LIVING on May 4, 2023. 4 citations were issued: 4 Type B.

Were any citations issued to MERCED SENIOR LIVING on May 4, 2023?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (0 Type A, 4 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in in 1 out of 1 emergency response bin..."

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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