Routine inspection·March 4, 2026

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessica Cho arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of conducting the Required 1-Year annual evaluation using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver Jefferson Pinza after introducing self and stating the reason for the visit. Administrator (Admin) Mark Cruz arrived on premise shortly after to assist with the inspection. Admin has a valid certificate expiring on December 2, 2026, October 28, 2027 for Eleanor Avendano, and March 28, 2026 for Daryll Avendano. The following was observed during the inspection: This is a single story property located in a residential neighborhood comprised of five resident bedrooms, one private staff bedroom, and two resident bathrooms. Facility operates within the conditions and limitations specified on the license. There are six residents in care, none of which receiving hospice service. LPA along with Admin and Caregiver Pinza toured the interior portion of the facility. The facility is clean and in good repair. All common areas were inspected including the attached two car garage. LPA inspected all resident bedrooms. The resident bedrooms' were appropriately furnished, beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and sufficient storage space for each residents' personal belongings were observed. All bathrooms were found be in compliance, clean, and operational. Slip resistant mats were available. The hot water temperature in the bathrooms measured at 112.2 and 109.0 degrees Fahrenheit. Toxins, disinfectants, sharps, and medications were secured and inaccessible. LPA observed sufficient two-day supply of perishables and seven-day supply of non-perishable food. LPA toured the exterior portion of the facility. The outdoor passageway is free of obstruction. The exit gate is operational, and there were sufficient seating and shading in the patio area. There are no bodies of water on premise. The fire extinguisher was mounted, charged, and serviced on March 5, 2025. Admin stated that the fire extinguisher will be serviced tomorrow. The auditory devices and smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational. Facility maintains emergency food and water in the medication closet. LPA reviewed six of six resident and three personnel files in which no discrepancies were found. Medications were audited for three out of six residents. No discrepancies were found with medication administration and documentation. Staff training is up-to-date including CPR/First Aid. Present staff are background cleared and associated to the facility. Disaster drills are conducted quarterly and documented as required, however facility did not conduct drills accounting various emergency scenarios. Based on the observations made during today's visit, no deficiencies are being cited. An advisory note is being issued. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Mark Cruz, and a copy of this report was provided at exit.