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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

BROOKDALE BROOKHURSTLicense 3060029621 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On today's date, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Tea conducted this case management in conjunction with the continued Complaint visit Control #: 22-AS-20251003170854. LPA Tea met with Executive Director (ED) John Goodwin and discussed the purpose of today's case management visit. During the course of the complaint investigation, LPA Tea verified through interviews that seven out of nine interviewees reported the facility was inadequately staffed at the time of the incident. Several staff members stated they were responsible for an excessive number of residents, with some indicating they were assigned to an entire floor independently. It was further reported that during the nocturnal shift in the Memory Care unit, only one care staff member was on duty. Insufficient staffing levels were described as negatively affecting the quality of care, timeliness of assistance, and overall supervision provided to residents. The LPA’s own observations during the investigation supported these accounts, indicating that the number of staff present was insufficient to meet residents’ needs. However, it was also noted that following the incident, the facility increased staffing levels across various shifts to provide more consistent coverage throughout the day. Based on documents obtained and interviews conducted, a deficiency is being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with Executive Director John Goodwin and Health & Wellness Director (HWD) Suzette Paige and a copy of this report LIC809 and LIC809D and appeal rights were provided at exit.

Citations

2 citations 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.

  • 87465(a)(1)Type A

    87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care... The licensee shall arrange, or assist in arranging, for medical and dental care appropriate to the conditions and needs of residentsThis requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on documents obtained and interviews, the facility did not ensure R1 received proper assistance and medical care in a timely manner which poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

  • 87411(a)Type A

    Personnel Requirements - General ... Facility personnel shall at all times be sufficient in numbers ... to provide the services necessary to meet resident needs.This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA's observation the facility lack proper staffing at the time of the complaint incident which is an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

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What happened during the October 28, 2025 inspection of BROOKDALE BROOKHURST?

This was a other inspection of BROOKDALE BROOKHURST on October 28, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to BROOKDALE BROOKHURST on October 28, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care... The licensee shall arrange, or assist in arranging, for medical and dental c..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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