Routine inspection·August 8, 2025

On this day Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Fred Arias made an unannounced visit to conduct a required annual visit. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by staff and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for 5 residents and the home currently has 6 residents, with 1 resident on hospice. Administrator (AD) Carla Miranda arrived shortly to conduct facility tour. LPA along with AD toured the facility at 1:40 PM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and facility documentation. The home consists of 6 resident bedrooms, living room, dining room, and kitchen as well as 4 bathrooms. At 1:41 PM, LPA observed the cabinet under the kitchen sink unlocked containing sharps and cleaning chemicals. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. Kitchen appliances were operational during today's visit. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured between 109.4 degrees F and 114.4 degrees F in all bathrooms check. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards. Auditory exit alarms were operational during today's visit. Smoke detectors tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguisher was fully charged. LPA reviewed the infection control and emergency disaster plans and plans are complete and thorough. Facility conducts quarterly emergency drills with the last drill conducted on 07/18/2025. Outside grounds were toured. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There is shaded outdoor seating for residents. Exit gates are unlocked and operational. First aid kit contained all required items including tweezers, scissors and thermometer. Continued on LIC809-C dated 08/08/2025 Facility conducts activities in the form of exercise and games. LPA observed the emergency food and water supply. LPA reviewed six resident files and two staff files. All resident files contained required documentation including admission agreements, physician reports, and resident appraisals. Staff files reviewed contained required documentation including required annual training, medical assessment/ TB, criminal record clearance and proof of CPR training. LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked closet. Medications are being administered per physician order. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, a deficiency is being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was discussed with the facility representative and a copy was provided along with appeal rights.