complaint·October 10, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced complaint visit to initiate an investigation into the above allegation. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility and explained the reason for the visit. During the visit, LPA toured the facility and interviewed staff and Administrator. Regarding the allegation that staff are smoking marijuana on facility premises while on duty, the investigation revealed the following: Interview with Staff 1 (S1) confirmed smoking marijuana on the patio at the facility. S1 stated smoking in the evening after residents have gone to bed. S1 is on-call throughout the night to assist residents as needed. Based on interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore, the allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. Facility is being cited per California Code of Regulations Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 1. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report as well as appeal rights were provided at exit.