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D'best Care
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 6 residents
- Phone
- (714) 278-0528
- Address
- 3608 W. Ash Avenue
- Licensed since
Orange County context
1,105*CCLD
Total facilities
3.4*CCLD
Avg citations
7.3*CCLD
Avg visits
2.1*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
7 citations on record
Every regulation cited on a CCLD inspection of this facility, sourced from the public record. Each row links to the visit’s inspector narrative.
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.
2025
- 87355(e)(3)Type A
Criminal Record Clearance (e)All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1569.17(b) shall...(3)Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 87355(c). This requirement is not met as evidence by: Based on interviews, record review, and AD admission S1 began working at the facility prior to being Associated/Eligible to work at the facility.
- 87307(d)(6)Type B
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. During a tour of the exterior portion of the facility, LPA observed the passageways leading to the front yard had obstructions which included tree branches/leaves, two ladders, empty trashcans, chairs, a tire, and cardboard.
2023
- 87355(e)(1)Type A
87355 Criminal Record Clearance (e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1569.17(b) shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: (1) Obtain a California clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by the Department. This requirement is not met as evidence by: Based on interviews and AD admission S1 began working at the facility prior to being Associated/Eligible to work at the facility.
- 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 is not met as evidence by: LPA observed food particles and brown and red discoloration on the inside base of the refrigerator container contaning produce. LPA also observed clutter on the back yard and on the side of the house leading to the exit gate. LPA observed that the kitchen countertop tile is growing mold.
2022
- 87303(a)Type B
Based on observation and interview the licensse did not maintain the facility clean, sanitary, and in good repair, which poses a potential health risk to persons in care.
- 87465(h)(2)Type A
Based on observation and interview licensee did not store medicines in a safe and locked place that is not accessible to persons other than employess which poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.
2021
- 87464(f)(6)Type A
Basic Services…(f) Basic services shall at a minimum include: (6) Arrangements to meet health needs, including arranging transportation, as specified in Section 87465, Incidental Medical and Dental Care Services. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted and record reviews, R1 developed stage IV pressure injury under facility’s care. Facility did not provide timely medical attention to R1. This poses an immediate risk to the health & safety of the resident in care.
Inspection record
9 visits on record since 2021. Most recent on 2025-09-17.
4 routine inspections, 3 complaint visits. 2 complaints on record, 3 of 2 substantiated.
- Other1 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type A · 1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type A · 1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
7 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed assisted living facilities in Fullerton
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is D'best Care licensed in California?
Yes, D'best Care is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2003.
How many citations does D'best Care have?
D'best Care has 7 citations on record: 4 Type A (more serious) and 3 Type B citations. It has received 9 visits (4 inspections, 3 complaint visits, 2 other visits).
When was D'best Care last inspected?
D'best Care was last inspected on September 17, 2025 (about 9 months ago). California inspects licensed assisted living facilities (RCFEs) on a periodic basis or following a complaint.
What type of assisted living facility is D'best Care?
D'best Care is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE), which is a licensed assisted living facility serving older adults with a licensed capacity of 6 residents. It is located in Fullerton, Orange County, California.
How does D'best Care compare to other assisted living facilities in Orange County?
D'best Care has 7 citations. The county average is 3.4 citations per facility. There are 1,105 assisted living facilities in Orange County.
Does D'best Care have any serious violations?
D'best Care has 4 Type A citations on record. Type A citations indicate conditions that pose an immediate health or safety risk to residents. Review the inspection timeline above for details on each citation.
Has D'best Care had any complaint inspections?
D'best Care has received 3 complaint-triggered inspections. 3 resulted in substantiated findings. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
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