Routine inspection·December 5, 2023

On 12/5/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chinwe Nwogene arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct an annual inspection. LPA Nwogene was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver, Allea Lacuesta who was informed of the purpose of the visit. LPA spoke to Administrator, Mariadiana Tumaliuan via telephone call who was also informed of the purpose of the visit. At the time of visit there was 2 staff and 4 residents present. LPA was informed that the other resident is at the hospital. LPA toured the facility inside and out with Allea Lacuesta. Tour included: Kitchen: LPA toured the kitchen and observed kitchen to be clean. Food is stored in a safe and healthful manner. Utensils and dishware are sufficient for the census. The refrigerator and stove are in working order. Sharps are stored in a locked kitchen cabinet under the sink, available only to authorized individuals. Trash cans has tight-fitting lid. Dishwasher is used to clean and sanitize dishes. Fridge, freezer, and all need appliances were present and shown to be in working condition and clean. Dining and Livingroom; LPA toured the dinning and Livingroom area. LPA observed area to be clean and furnitures in good condition. Temperature was 68 degrees Fahrenheit. Hallway: LPA toured the hallway and observed hallway to be clean with no pathway obstruction. LPA inspected the fire extinguisher and found it to be in compliance and record to be up to date. Carbon monoxide & smoke detector were tested and functioning properly. LPA observed additional linens and hygiene items. Medication: Medications were labeled and stored in separate bins inside of a locked kitchen cabinet and are distributed according to physician orders. The first aid kit was complete. Continue on LIC809-C Continued from LIC809. Bathroom: LPA toured hall bathroom and observed bathroom to be clean and equipped with grab bar and non-skid mat. There is also a good number of personal toiletries available for the residents in care. The hot water measured at 111 degrees Fahrenheit. Bedroom: LPA toured four #4 out of #4 resident bedrooms and observed bedrooms to be clean and furnished according to regulation, which includes proper furniture, dressers, chairs and lighting. Night lights were maintained throughout the facility. Resident #1 bedroom has a private bathroom. LPA observed bathroom to be clean and hot water was measured at 111 degrees Fahrenheit. Garage: LPA tour the garage and observed garage to be clean and not cluttered. Laundry: Washing machine and dryer are all in good repair and sufficient for census. Cleaning supplies are stored away in the laundry room, inaccessible to clients. Backyard: LPA toured the backyard and observed backyard to be clean and furnitures in good condition. The backyard was free from obstruction and the side gate remain unlocked. No bodies of water were observed. Food Services: There are seven days non-perishable and two days of perishable food supply present, and all food was properly stored and available to residents. Fridge and freezer are large enough to accommodate required perishable foods. Records: All required postings, including COVID’s postings, were posted near the entryway and throughout the facility. Three #3 staff and #3 residents' records were reviewed. LPA observed #3 staff has no documentation of criminal record clearance, Two #2 staff has no heath screening, TB, or proof of training. Staff stated fingerprint, heath screening, TB, or training were completed. Administrator stated Licensee has the records but is not available to provide it to LPA at the moment (Citation will be issued). Interview: two #2 staff and three #3 residents were interviewed. Therefore, based on the observations made during today’s visit, one #1 deficiency will be cited per Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. See LIC809-D. An exit interview was conducted with Mariadiana Tumaliuan via telephone call, and this reported was provided along with appeal rights to Allea Lacuesta.