Routine inspection·September 7, 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, LPA De Perio observed 1 staff member present who contacted facility administrator (AD) Cherryl Sansano about visit. As of 9/7/22, there are 0 active COVID-19 cases in the facility as verified. LPA De Perio observed the COVID-19 precautionary signs posted at the entrance of the facility. The PUB475 "See Something, Say Something" poster was also observed at the entrance of the facility. LPA observed the Administrator's Certificate for Cherryl Sansano which expired on 6/19/2021, however, provided LPA De Perio proof of payment for certificate renewal which was submitted on 8/5/2021. LPA De Perio advised AD Sansano to contact Sacramento-Community Care Licensing Division Administrator Certification Section to follow up on status of obtaining renewed certificate. LPA De Perio toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with AD Sansano. The facility is a two level structure and is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory, of which 1 may be bedridden (who would reside in bedroom #3), and 4 hospice. LPA De Perio toured second level of facility and observed no residents residing on the second floor, and verified with AD Sansano that second floor is not for resident use. For this visit, there are a total of 5 residents in care, of which 2 are on hospice, 0 bedridden. All 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. The restrooms 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 105.2 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. Fire extinguisher was charged, mounted and located in the kitchen. Facility had back-up emergency food and water supply, located in the laundry room. 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 the garage. Medications were locked in a cabinet by the laundry room. Toxins were also observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents. For the exterior portion, LPA De Perio observed patio furniture under shading, and the grounds were free of any hazards. There is one exit gate in the backyard, which was self-closing and self-latching. No bodies of water were observed. LPA De Perio verified the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID 19) mitigation plan of the facility with AD Sansano. 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 Sansano 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 . 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 Sansano 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 Sansano and a copy of this report was provided to the facility.