Routine inspection·March 18, 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 Mark Cruz 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-story home with five resident bedrooms, one staff room and two bathrooms. All resident bedrooms had 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, four of which are receiving hospice care. Bathrooms faucets and toilets were operational. Water temperature tested close to 120F which prompted LPA to provide a consultation on water temperatures. 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. Combined smoke 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 and in the laundry area, however laundry detergent was observed to be accessible. A lock was installed on the laundry room's door during the visit. The medication central storage was also observed to be secure. LPA reviewed six resident files and four staff files and interviewed one staff present. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, four type B deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. One Technical Advisory and one Technical Violation advisory notes are also being issued to the licensee. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report along with appeal rights was left at the facility.