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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CLEARWATER NEWPORT BEACHLicense 306006401
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alvaro Ramirez Jr. made an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Executive Director (ED) Kathleen Olson. LPA explained the reason for the visit. During the inspection, LPA and ED conducted a tour of the inside and outside of the facility, common areas, resident bedrooms, and observed the following: The facility consists of a three story building, with memory care being on the second floor. The building has common areas which include, a dining room, multiple activity rooms, multiple outside areas with shaded seating, and a Wellness center. LPA observed the See Something, Say Something (PUB 475) poster mounted on the residents' mail room wall by the entryway of the facility. LPA inspected resident bedrooms in both assisted living and memory care. LPA observed resident bedrooms to be clear of any hazards. LPA observed resident bedrooms to have the required furnishings of a bed, a chair, a chest of drawers, and a lamp. Resident beds had clean linens and blankets. Signal system was tested and observed to be operational with a two minute response time. The delayed egress in the memory care was tested; LPA observed that the delayed egress was operational. Bathrooms were observed to have functioning faucets and toilets, textured shower floors, and grab bars. Water temperature tested between 114.8-116.2 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed that the facility has a 2-day supply of perishables and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food as required by regulations. LPA observed the emergency food and water supply. CONTINUED ON LIC809-C... LPA reviewed the Fire Sprinkler System reports dated February 2, 2026. LPA observed that the inspection was passed and the Sprinkler System was observed to be operational. The last fire drill was conducted on January 28, 2026. LPA observed fire extinguishers mounted throughout the facility. The fire extinguishers were last service on October 24, 2025. Toxic chemicals, cleaning solutions, and disinfectants were observed to be inaccessible to residents. Medication was observed to be centrally stored and locked in a medication cart located within the medication rooms. The medication rooms are located on the second and third floor. LPA reviewed the centrally stored medication for residents and did not observe any discrepancies. LPA reviewed five resident files and four staff files, no discrepancies were observed. Based on the observations made during today’s inspection, no deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was left at the facility.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 87465(a)(c)(2)Type A

    Incidental Medical and Dental Care. (a) If the resident's physician has stated in writing ... facility staff designated by the licensee shall be permitted to assist the resident with self-administration, provided all of the following requirements are met: (2) Once ordered by the physician the medication is given according to the physician's directions. This requirement was not met as evidence by: Per UIIR, R1 was not given their prescribed Valganciclovir 450 mg for 17 days. This poses an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

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What happened during the February 20, 2026 inspection of CLEARWATER NEWPORT BEACH?

This was a inspection inspection of CLEARWATER NEWPORT BEACH on February 20, 2026. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to CLEARWATER NEWPORT BEACH on February 20, 2026?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

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

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