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Sea Cliff Assisted Living

License 306006146Residential Care - ElderlyHuntington Beach, CA
19 citations on record

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About this facility

Operating details and county context

Operating details

Capacity
84 residents
Phone
(714) 847-3999
Address
18851 Florida Street
Licensed since

Orange County context

1,111*CCLD

Total facilities

3.4*CCLD

Avg citations

7.4*CCLD

Avg visits

2.1*CCLD

Avg complaint visits

*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .

Citations

19 citations on record

Every regulation cited on a CCLD inspection of this facility, sourced from the public record. Each row links to the visit’s inspector narrative.

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

2025

  • 1569.2(c)Type A

    Health and Safety Code 1569.2(c) provides: "Care and supervision" means the facility assumes responsibility for (...) ongoing assistance with activities of daily living. Assistance includes assistance with personal care. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation (...) of photographs, interviews conducted and records reviewed, it was assumed that the home health services included services not included in R1's plan of care. This constitutes an immediate risk to the health, safety and personal rights of residents in care.

  • 87307(a)(2)Type B

    Per CCR87307(a)(2) on Personal accomodations: "Bedrooms shall be large enough to allow for easy passage between and comfortable usage of beds and other required items of furniture specified below, and any resident assistant devices such as wheelchairs or walkers". This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the partitioned half of R1's unit did not allow easy passage via wheelchair on the sides of the bed. This constitute a potential risk to the health, safety and personal rights of individuals in care.

  • 87303(c)Type B

    Keep window screens clean and in repair

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPAs observed sliding door screen in the dining room is in need of repair which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1569.17(c)(1)(A)Type A

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in two staff who are not criminally cleared and associated to the facility which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSED.

  • 1569.50(a)(3)Type A

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPAs were provided falsified health screen documents and staff confirmed the documents had been falsified which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1569.625(b)(2)Type B

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in three out of six staff who do not have required training. Staff #2,3 and 6 do not have required training: 8 hours Dementia and 4 hours of postural supports, hospice and restricted conditions which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87303(a)Type B

    Maintain facility in clean, safe, sanitary condition

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPAs observed discoloration on walls and doors as well as a sink backing up which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87405(a)Type B

    Certified administrator requirements and substitute coverage

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Facility does not have a designated back up administrator during today's visit and staff from the skilled nursing are assisting LPAs which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • Maintain physician order documentation in resident record

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in three out of three residents without physician orders for bed rails which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87411Type B

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in five out of six without a health screen/ TB which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87204(a)Type A

    Limit operations to licensed capacity

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. R1 is non-ambulatory per physician report and is residing on the second floor. Facility license indicates non-ambulatory residents must be on the first floor. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

  • 87303(a)Type B

    Maintain facility in clean, safe, sanitary condition

    The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors. This req is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, Licensee failed to ensure facility is in good repair. LPA observed two windows in need of repair. This poses a potential health and safety risk to residents in care.

  • Obtain required California clearance or exemption

    All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1569.17(b) shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility:Obtain a California clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by the Department..This req is not met Based on record review and interview, Licensee failed to ensure S1 has a criminal background check. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care. CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSED

  • Care and supervision as defined by statute and rules

    Basic services shall at a minimum include:Care and supervision as defined in Section 87101(c)(3) and Health and Safety Codesection 1569.2(c). This req is not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted, Licensee failed to ensure incontinence care is being provided to residents. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

2024

  • Obtain required California clearance or exemption

    Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA identified staff #1-#5 (S1-S5) not have criminal record clearance transfer. Staff did not have an LIC 9162 on file nor transferred on CDSS Guardian. This violation which poses an immediate health, safety, or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • Keep bathing and hygiene facilities in operating condition

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA identified bathroom cabinet sink with a missing/brokern door in resident's room #164. This violation which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87629(a)(b)(1)Type A

    Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section. LPA identified resident #7 & #8 were administered diabetic insulins injections by a non- appropriately skilled professional staff daily. This violation which poses an immediate health, safety, or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87309(a)Type A

    Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed (1) cleaning solution "clorox bleach and (2) sharp scissors in resident rooms accessible to residents in care. This violation which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 80075(f)Type B

    Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff #2 -#5 did not have First Aid/CPR certificate on file. This violation which poses a potential health, safety, or personal rights risk to persons in care

Inspection record

29 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2026-06-09.

2 routine inspections, 18 complaint visits. 14 complaints on record, 4 of 14 substantiated.

19 citations across the record on file

Nearby

Other licensed assisted living facilities in Huntington Beach

FAQ

Common questions about this facility

Is Sea Cliff Assisted Living licensed in California?

Yes, Sea Cliff Assisted Living is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2022.

How many citations does Sea Cliff Assisted Living have?

Sea Cliff Assisted Living has 19 citations on record: 9 Type A (more serious) and 10 Type B citations. It has received 29 visits (2 inspections, 18 complaint visits, 9 other visits).

When was Sea Cliff Assisted Living last inspected?

Sea Cliff Assisted Living was last inspected on June 9, 2026. California inspects licensed assisted living facilities (RCFEs) on a periodic basis or following a complaint.

What type of assisted living facility is Sea Cliff Assisted Living?

Sea Cliff Assisted Living is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE), which is a licensed assisted living facility serving older adults with a licensed capacity of 84 residents. It is located in Huntington Beach, Orange County, California.

How does Sea Cliff Assisted Living compare to other assisted living facilities in Orange County?

Sea Cliff Assisted Living has 19 citations. The county average is 3.4 citations per facility. There are 1,111 assisted living facilities in Orange County.

Does Sea Cliff Assisted Living have any serious violations?

Sea Cliff Assisted Living has 9 Type A citations on record. Type A citations indicate conditions that pose an immediate health or safety risk to residents. Review the inspection timeline above for details on each citation.

Has Sea Cliff Assisted Living had any complaint inspections?

Sea Cliff Assisted Living has received 18 complaint-triggered inspections. 4 resulted in substantiated findings. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.

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