Pre-licensing visit·February 17, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rohit Lama conducted an announced visit to the pending facility for a pre-licensing inspection. LPA met with Alma Espinal, Administrator. This facility was previously licensed as Golden Care Senior Living on Wilson (336402995) and is undergoing a change of ownership. The pending application is for a capacity of thirty (30) residents: fifteen (15) non-ambulatory and fifteen (15) bedridden residents in a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). Fire clearance was granted by the City of Banning Fire Department for fifteen (15) non-ambulatory and fifteen (15) bedridden residents. There are charged fire extinguishers, operating smoke alarms, and carbon monoxide detectors. Emergency disaster plans, personal rights, and the Community Care Licensing poster were posted in a prominent area. The facility was equipped with a complete first aid kit and manual as well as emergency supplies. LPA toured the facility inside and out. The following was observed, reviewed, and inspected: The facility has 11 bedrooms, an office, living room, kitchen, dining area, backyard, two cottages with 3 additional rooms each, and a detached unit for laundry services. The physical plant, in general, was in good repair. The buildings and grounds were free from hazards. Outdoor and indoor passageways were kept free of obstruction. LPAs inspected the backyard. There was no obstruction on the side yard exits. The gates remained unlocked. LPA was informed that no firearms or ammunition will be kept at facility. Alma Espinal has a current Administrator's Certificate with an expiration date of: 4/1/2022. A renewal has already been issued with an expiration of 4/1/2024 ***CONTINUED ON LIC 809-C*** ***CONTINUED FROM LIC 809*** LPA inspected resident bedrooms. Resident bedrooms have the required bedding and furniture. All bedrooms included clean mattresses, closet space, night stands, dressers, and sufficient lighting. LPA inspected resident bathrooms. The bathrooms were operating in safe and sanitary conditions. LPA measured the hot water temperature, which measured within regulation at 109 degrees F. LPA also observed additional linen and hygiene items for the residents. LPA toured the kitchen. The facility had at least a 2-day supply of perishable food items and 7-day supply of non-perishable food items. The food was labeled with expiration dates and stored in a safe and healthful manner. The facility had a menu available for review. Dishes, glasses, and utensils were in good condition. There was a locked and centralized Medcart for medications. Cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps were kept locked away and inaccessible to residents. Additionally, LPA observed facility to have required single entry point for COVID screening, upon entering facility. LPA observed required COVID signages throughout the facility, Visitation Vaccination Requirement and soap and disposable towels in bathrooms for washing hands. The facility had a designated area for resident and staff files, which was locked. The facility had working telephones for residents’ use. There was adequate seating in the common areas. LPAs observed activities for the residents such as books and games. At this time facility has shown to have met pre-licensing requirements. The facility was evaluated in accordance with Title 22 to ensure the health and safety of residents in care and meets regulation guidelines at this time. No corrections are needed. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report (LIC 809) was reviewed with and provided to Alma Espinal.