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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

FAMILY CARE - PEPITA HOMELicense 3060024291 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Saborit-Guasch made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by facility caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator Russell Venanzi was notified of the visit via telephone and arrived later along with assistant administrator Tommy Tran to assist. There are currently six residents in care, two of which are receiving hospice care at this time. LPA observed residents relaxing in their respective bedrooms or in the facility's common living areas. Three resident interviews conducted during the visit. LPA accompanied by facility staff toured the physical plant. The facility is a one-story house with an attached garage, with three private bedrooms and two shared rooms. There are two shared bathrooms used by residents. Bedrooms appear clean and sanitary. Two residents are observed to be using half rails for postural support, with one order from hospice reviewed during the visit. Consultation provided. All resident bedrooms have the required furnishings. Bathrooms appear clean and sanitary and are equipped with grab bars and slip mats. Hot water temperature measured at 107 and 109F in both shared bathrooms. LPA observed the kitchen has a minimum two (2) day perishable and seven (7) day non-perishable food supply. Sharp items, cleaning supplies and the medication central storage are verified to be secure. The wall-mounted fire extinguisher present is verified to be charged with up-to-date maintenance tag. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were found to be present and operational. Emergency water supplies are observed to be stored in the garage. CONTINUED ON FORM LIC809-C CONTINUED FROM FORM LIC809 LPA and facility staff toured the outside of the facility. LPA observed a shaded outdoor seating area with outdoor furniture for resident use. The identified route of egress is free of clutter and obstructions. There is one self-latching gate on one side of the premises. There are no bodies of water present. The facility does not utilize locked perimeters or delayed egress. LPA reviewed six resident records which included all necessary components. No bedridden residents are present. LPA reviewed resident medication records and prescription orders with no discrepancies observed. LPA reviewed staff records for four staff members during the visit. Proof of current CPR training reviewed. Initial and annual training is documented. Disaster drills are conducted only once annually. Type B deficiency issued. Staff members are verified to be background cleared and associated to the licensed location. The administrator certificates are current. Based on the observation conducted during the present visit, one type B deficiency is being cited per Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with appeal rights were provided.

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.

  • 1569.695(c)Type B

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as drills have been conducted only annually which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the September 15, 2025 inspection of FAMILY CARE - PEPITA HOME?

This was a inspection inspection of FAMILY CARE - PEPITA HOME on September 15, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to FAMILY CARE - PEPITA HOME on September 15, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as drills have been conducted only annu..."

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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