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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

COTTAGES OF CARMELLicense 277209489
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 09/25/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) V Gorban arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with interim administrator Andrea Ramirez. LPA conducted tour inside and out of facility. Residents observed at the facility during lunch time. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature of 76 degrees, clean, in good repair, and no passageway obstructions or fire hazards observed. Fire extinguisher was observed with a service date of 06/16/2025. Last disaster drill recorded on August 07,2025 Dining area and Kitchen were toured. An adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable food was observed to be properly stored in freezer, refrigerator, and pantry. Food is delivered by Sisco Foods twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. Refrigerator temperature was maintained at 40.0-degree F. and freezer was maintained at -1-degree F. Residents' rooms were toured and observed with adequately furnished with bed, dresser, and adequate lighting. Hot water temperature tested and within regulation requirements. LPA observed securely fastened grab bar and non-skid mat in shower area. All three facility buildings equipped with its medication room and storage. Medications records were reviewed. First Aid Kit was stored in medication room and observed with all required items. Adequate PPE supplies was observed. LPA toured laundry room and observed chemicals were stored and locked for staff use only. Facility courtyard was toured and observed to be free from debris. There was outdoor seating available for the residents. Report continues on attached LIC809-C Residents’ files were reviewed to have updated emergency contact, Admission agreement, Needs and Services Plan and Pre-Appraisal Plan. A sample of staff files were reviewed. Staff files were observed to have current First Aid/CPR, Health screening, and Personnel record. Community Care Licensing (CCL) is always striving to have facility files that reflect the most accurate & up to date information for your facility. In an effort to maintain your facility file, please submit the most current & complete forms &/or information as identified below: Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE): · LIC 308 Designation of Facility Responsibility · LIC 309 Administrative Organization Please submit the above forms/information to Fresno CCL by: 09/29/2025 As an operator of a Community Care Licensed facility it is your responsibility to be aware of and in compliance with all regulations, including Chaptered Legislation. Go to www.ccld.ca.gov to stay updated and informed. No deficiencies issued during this inspection. An exit interview was conducted with the SEA. A copy of this report was given to the SEA, whose signature confirm receipt of this report.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the September 25, 2025 inspection of COTTAGES OF CARMEL?

This was a inspection inspection of COTTAGES OF CARMEL on September 25, 2025. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to COTTAGES OF CARMEL on September 25, 2025?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

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

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