Routine inspection·February 26, 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 caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator Faith Rassouli was contacted by phone and arrived later to assist with the visit. During the inspection, LPA and administrator conducted a tour of the physical plant and observed the following: The facility is a one-level home with six resident bedrooms, one staff room and three full bathrooms. All resident bedrooms have the required furnishings. LPA observed all beds had linens and blankets and an adequate additional supply is present. The backyard has a shaded sitting area and the route of egress is free of clutter and obstructions. There are currently six residents in care at the facility, one of which is receiving hospice care. Bathrooms faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature tested at approximately 110F degrees. LPA observed emergency disaster plan with means of exiting and emergency phone numbers listed and posted. Food menu was also posted and visible. LPA observed the facility has a 2-day supply of perishables and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food as required by regulations. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. Fire extinguisher was observed to be fully charged with up-to-date maintenance. Sharps were observed locked in a drawer in the kitchen. LPA observed cleaning supplies to be stored in a locked cabinet under the kitchen sink. The laundry area is also observed to be secured. The medication central storage was observed to be locked. LPA reviewed six resident files and four staff files before conducting staff and resident interviews. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, three type B deficiencies are being cited along with two Technical Assistance and one Technical Violation Advisory Notes per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report along with appeal rights was provided to a facility representative.