Routine inspection·October 24, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Celine De Perio conducted an unannounced required annual inspection focusing primarily on the Infection Control. LPA De Perio explained reason for visit and was greeted and granted entry by staff on duty who checked temperature prior to entering facility. During the visit, 2 staff were on duty, one of which was facility administrator (AD) Richard Mendoza Jr. As of 10/24/22, there are 0 active COVID-19 cases in the facility as verified. LPA De Perio observed the COVID-19 precautionary signs posted in the living room. The PUB475 "See Something, Say Something" poster was also observed in the hallway of the facility. LPA observed the Administrator's Certificate for Richard Mendoza which expired on 6/12/2022, however, AD Mendoza provided LPA De Perio proof of renewal payment and email that certificate is pending and in process. LPA De Perio toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with AD Mendoza. The facility is a single level structure and is licensed for residents 60 years and over, of which 5 may be non-ambulatory, 1 bedridden and a hospice waiver for 2, of which was approved on 9/18/2012. For this visit, there are a total of 4 residents in care, of which 0 are on hospice and 0 bedridden. There are a total of 6 bedrooms, of which 4 are private resident rooms, and 1 is shared among residents and 1 is for staff use. LPA De Perio toured each bedroom in the facility and observed that bedrooms were provided with furniture in good repair, clean linens, adequate storage space, and kept free of tripping hazards. Smoke and carbon monoxide detector and auditory exit alarms were tested and operational. There are a total of 2 restrooms of which were observed to be in good repair, toilets were operational, and grab bars and non-skid floor mats were provided. Water temperature in restrooms were measured to be at 120.0 degrees Fahrenheit and hand washing signs were also posted in each restroom. Facility met the minimum two-day perishable and seven-day non-perishable food supplies. Sharp items and knives were locked and inaccessible to residents in care and located in a kitchen drawer. Fire extinguisher was charged, mounted and located in the kitchen. LPA De Perio observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan, which is posted in the hallway of the facility. Facility had back-up emergency food and water supply, located in the kitchen, staff room and in the garage. LPA De Perio observed that First Aid Kit had all the required components. The facility had an adequate supply of PPE that was located in garage. Medications were locked in a pantry and observed to be inaccessible to residents in care. Toxins were also observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents and located in the laundry room. For the exterior portion, LPA De Perio observed patio furniture under shading, and the grounds were free of any hazards. There are 2 gates in the backyard, which was self-closing and self-latching. There is also a barrier in the backyard overlooking the freeway and is locked at all times. Barrier is not used as an entry and exit route. No bodies of water were observed. LPA De Perio verified the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID 19) mitigation plan of the facility with AD Mendoza. LPA De Perio discussed Assembly Bill 665 requires that a licensee of any adult or senior care residential facility that has internet service provide at least one internet access device, such as a computer, smart phone, tablet or other device, that: can support real-time interactive applications; is equipped with video conferencing technology, including microphone and camera functions; and is dedicated for client or resident use. LPA De Perio discussed with AD Mendoza to review, and subscribe for emails regarding the Provider Information Notices (PINs) as well as to attend the CCLD Informational Calls to ensure that facility and staff are up to date. The PINs can be accessed at: www.ccld.ca.gov . LPA De Perio discussed the California Code of Regulations Section 87466 Observation of the Resident and Section 87211 Reporting Requirements with AD Mendoza. For today's visit no deficiencies were issued per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. No citations were issued. LPA De Perio advised AD Mendoza to use the general email address: CCLASCPOrangeCountyRO@dss.ca.gov for any inquiries and to specify attention to the assigned LPA. LPA De Perio conducted an exit interview with AD Mendoza and a copy of this report and copies of the regulations discussed were provided to the facility.