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Inspection visit

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WHITTEN HEIGHTS ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARELicense 3060041921 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jerome Haley made an unannounced visit to begin the investigation into the complaint allegation above. LPA was greeted by staff and explained the reason for the visit upon entry. The complaint investigation consisted of interviews with facility staff, residents, and LPA observations. Regarding the complaint allegation: Residents are smoking in their room During the investigation 3 of 5 individuals interviewed, confirmed the allegation above. During an interview with Staff 1 (S1) it was discovered, R1 was moved from the second floor due to smoking inside their room. R1 was moved to a first floor room with a patio to prevent R1 from smoking inside the room. During the visit, observations were made that confirmed the complaint allegation. Photos were taken. Based on the evidence gathered through interviews and observations, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore, the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. Violations are being cited per California Code of Regulations Title 22. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report, and 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.

  • 87468.1Type B

    87468.1 Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities(a) Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights:(2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment.This requirement is not being met as evidenced by: Interview confirmation and observation that revealed Resident 1 smokes cigarettes inside their room.This poses a potential health and safety risk to residents in care.

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What happened during the October 2, 2024 inspection of WHITTEN HEIGHTS ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE?

This was a complaint inspection of WHITTEN HEIGHTS ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE on October 2, 2024. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to WHITTEN HEIGHTS ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE on October 2, 2024?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "87468.1 Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities(a) Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly s..."

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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