Routine inspection·March 8, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jerome Haley conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a required one year infection control annual visit. LPA was greeted, granted entry by staff and explained the reason for the visit. Facility staff contacted Administrator (AD) Marilou Sabio via telephone and AD stated she would not be able to make it to the visit today and gave staff permission to lead the tour and sign the report. LPA observed all required postings on the walls throughout the facility. AD Marilou Sabio has a current administrators certificate that expires on 08/17/2023. LPA was screened and temperature checked before entering the facility. LPA observed a screening log book, and temperature thermometer for screening clients and visitors. At 8:30am LPA began the tour of the facility. There were three residents in care at the facility. All Client rooms have the necessary requirements, night stand, chair, lamp and storage space. Bathrooms were operational and clean. In Bathroom #1 LPA measured the water temperature at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility has a two day supply of perishable food items and seven days supply of nonperishable food items. There was a first aid kit equipped with all required items in the locked medication closet. The stove was clean and all four burners were operational. At 8:55am LPA observed knives and sharp objects in an unlocked drawer in the kitchen. All hazardous chemical are locked and out of reach. The facility has adequate PPE supply of gloves, surgical mask, and hand sanitizers. LPA observed extra linen, emergency food and water supply. LPA toured the backyard and observed a swimming pool that meets title 22 regulations. LPA observed a shaded visitation area in the backyard equipped with tables and chairs for the residents in care. At 9:10am while touring the back yard with staff, LPA observed some clutter near the rear fence in the pool area. LPA advised staff the importance of keeping the backyard clear and free of clutter. Staff stated that the clutter will be removed and she will provide pictures once complete. All smoke detectors were tested and are operational. Based on the observations made during today's visit, deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview conducted and a copy of the report was provided to the facility staff Vera.