Routine inspection·April 17, 2024

On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Saborit-Guasch made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a Required Annual Inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by facility caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the reason of the visit. Administrator Runette Catibog was notified of the visit and arrived later to assist. During the inspection, LPA and administrator conducted a tour of the physical plant and observed the following: The facility is a one-story home with four resident bedrooms, one staff room and two bathrooms. All resident bedrooms had the required furnishings. LPA observed all beds had linens and blankets and an adequate additional supply is present. The backyard has a shaded area and the route of egress is free of clutter and obstructions. There are currently six residents in care at the facility, two of which are receiving hospice care. Residents are observed to be clean and appear well taken care of. Bathrooms faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature was verified to be within acceptable range. LPA observed emergency disaster plan with means of exiting and emergency phone numbers listed and posted. LPA observed the facility has a 2-day supply of perishables and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food as required by regulations. Combined smoke and carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. There is a fire extinguisher present which was observed to be fully charged with up-to-date maintenance. Medication, sharp items and cleaning supplies were confirmed to be inaccessible throughout the physical plant. The staff room and laundry area were observed to be locked by facility staff. The medication central storage was also observed to be secure and reviewed for accuracy during the visit. LPA reviewed six resident files and five staff files. LPA conducted or attempted six resident and two staff interviews. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, no deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was left at the facility.