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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

HILLS OF GOWDY, THELicense 3060063692 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

LIcensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rose Ruppert made an unannounced Case Management Visit and a resident health and safety check. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Staff #1 (S1) at 8am. The facility has a census of four residents. The exterior of the facility is overgrown with weeds and palm tree fronds. LPA inquired if a gardener was maintaining the property but at this time, there is no gardener. A Type B deficiency will be given for 87303(a) Maintenance and Operation. The facility temperature was 73 degrees and all utilities are in working order. LPA toured the kitchen and observed the refrigerator has a two day supply of perishable items and there is seven days of non-perishable items on hand. LPA inspected the hot water temperature of two of three bathrooms. The hot water temperature ranged from 92.7 to 93.2 degrees Fahrenheit. A Type A deficiency and $250 Immediate Civil Penalty will be assessed for 87303(e)(2) Maintenance and Operation for hot water temperatures not being within range of 105 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA interviewed three of four residents and LPA observed residents were clean, dressed and were eating breakfast, or waiting for breakfast. LPA interviewed two of two staff members who both have been partially paid from 2/19-3/15/2026. Staff are not sure when the second half will be paid from this pay period since the pay periods are now weekly. Two of two staff confirmed they were paid from 3/3-3/18/2026. One staff member's check has cleared, the second staff member stated the check is pending in the bank and will clear on 3/30/2026. A Civil Penalty has been issued for 87213 Finances from March 12, 2026 to March 30, 2026. The amount assessed is $100/day X 19 days for a total amount of $1900. (Continued on LIC 809-C) (Continued from LIC 809) The following deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and Health and Safety Code. Civil Penalties are being assessed for Failure to Correct/Repeat Violation at $100 per day X 19 days for finances and a $250 Immediate Civil Penalty for hot water temperatures Total assessed is $2150. An exit interview was conducted with Staff #1 and AD via phone. AD gave permission for Staff #1 (S1) to sign licensing reports. A copy of this report was given to the facility along with a copy of the LIC 809-Ds. LIC 421-FCs and Appeal RIghts.

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

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.

  • 87303(a)Type B

    87303(a) 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 requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA observations and interviews, the facility exterior is overgrown with weeds and palm tree fronds obstruct walkways. This poses a potential health and safety risk for residents, staff and visitors visiting the facility.

  • 87303(e)(2)Type A

    87303 (e) Water supplies and plumbing fixtures shall be maintained as follows:Faucets used by residents for personal care such as shaving and grooming shall deliver hot water. Hot water temperature controls shall be maintained.. to attain a temperature of not less than 105 degree F (41 degree C) and not more than 120 degree F (49 degree C).This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA observations and interviews Licensee failed to ensue water temperature is between 105 and 120 degrees F which poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

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What happened during the March 30, 2026 inspection of HILLS OF GOWDY, THE?

This was a other inspection of HILLS OF GOWDY, THE on March 30, 2026. 2 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to HILLS OF GOWDY, THE on March 30, 2026?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (1 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "87303(a) The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provisi..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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