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Inspection visit

complaint

COTTAGES OF CARMELLicense 2772094891 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Allegation: Staff are not meeting resident’s incontinence needs. Based on staff interviews, residents are checked every two hours. Based on observation skin is intact and no redness or skin breakdown observed. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. Allegation: Staff are not providing quality food service to residents. Based on observations during facility visits, food were observed to be stored according to regulation standards. The facility employs CA certified nutritionist/ dietitian. No concerns from residents were reported based on interviews conducted. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. Allegation: Staff do not respond to residents’ calls for help. Based on interviews and records reviewed, facility employs three staff members per shift that provide care only for memory care section of the facility. Each resident room is equipped with call light system that is observed operational. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. Report continues on attached LIC9099-A

Citations

1 citation 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

    87303 Maintenance and Operation. 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 was not observed as evidenced by: The facility staff failed to ensure to follow title 22 regulation regarding facility cleanness, which poses potential health and safety to persons in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the November 26, 2025 inspection of COTTAGES OF CARMEL?

This was a complaint inspection of COTTAGES OF CARMEL on November 26, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to COTTAGES OF CARMEL on November 26, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "87303 Maintenance and Operation. a) The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Mainte..."

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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