Routine inspection·February 25, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Claudia Gutierrez made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a Required/Annual Inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Staff JP Vargas. Administrator (AD) Lester Del Rosario arrived at approximately 8:50 a.m. and the purpose of the inspection was discussed. During the inspection, LPA and AD conducted a tour of the inside and outside of the facility, common areas, resident rooms, kitchen, garage and observed the following: This is a two-story home. The first story consists of six resident bedrooms, one staff bedroom, three bathrooms, and attached two-car garage. The second story is used solely as staff quarters. All resident bedrooms had the required furnishings. LPA observed all resident beds had linens and blankets. The backyard has a shaded sitting area. LPA observed residents resting in their respective bedrooms. Bathrooms were observed to be free of debris and mildew, and faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature tested between 113.5-113.7 degrees Fahrenheit. 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 a service tag dated March 5, 2024. Electric stove, microwave, washer, and dryer were all inspected and observed to be operable. Toxic chemicals, cleaning solutions, and disinfectants were observed to be inaccessible to residents. Medication was observed to be centrally stored in a locked cabinet. LPA reviewed five resident files and three staff files. Three of five resident files did not have a re-appraisal dated or signed in the last twelve months and two of five resident medical assessments did not include results of examination for TB. LPA interviewed four residents and two staff. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, two 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 and appeal rights was left at the facility.