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Inspection visit

complaint

SUN CITY GARDENSLicense 3318813582 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

(continued from LIC 9099-C) Regarding the allegation that Staff do not provide residents needed assistance to keep them safe, it was alleged that staff are not assisting residents going outside and at risk of escaping or getting injured by a car. LPA Goodrich's interview with former Resident Care Director (RSD) on 10/31/23 revealed that those resident wandering outside the building were independent and able to leave the facility unassisted and did not need any assistance. LPA's interview with six (6) Assisted Living (AL) residents or 10% of current census revealed that six (6) out of six (6) residents interviewed stated that they do not need staff assistance going out and being safe at the facility. Regarding the allegation that Staff do not effectively communicate with residents, it was alleged that staff refused and uncommunicative with residents. LPA's interview with six (6) Assisted Living (AL) residents or 10% of current census revealed that six (6) out of six (6) residents interviewed stated that staff are always helpful, respectful and communicate well with them. Regarding the allegation that Staff do not ensure safe keeping of resident's belongings, it was alleged that Residents belongings were stolen by another resident. LPA Goodrich interview with two (2) staff on 10/31/23 revealed that one of the residents reported missing personal belongings were found on own room and recovered all the missing items. LPA's interview with six (6) Assisted Living (AL) residents or 10% of current census revealed that six (6) out of six (6) residents interviewed stated that no one among them had any missing personal belongings or did not witness any resident stealing from any resident. Based on the information gathered during this and prior visit, these allegations are deemed unsubstantiated at this time. Exit interview conducted. Copy of this report issued. (continued from LIC 9099) Based on the information gathered during this and prior visit, these allegation are deemed substantiated at this time. Citation issued. Appeal rights explained and given. Exit interview conducted. Copy of this report issued.

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

    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 observation the licensee did not ensure that the door of Memory care was in good repair. This poses a potential health and safety risk to the residents in care

  • 87468.1(6)Type A

    (6) To leave or depart the facility at any time and to not be locked into any room, building, or on facility premises by day or night. This does not prohibit a licensee from establishing house rules, such as locking doors at night to protect residents, or barring windows against intruders, with permission from the Department. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:Based on LPAs observation, memory care residents' door were locked even if the resident is inside. This poses an immediately health and safety and personal rights risk to the residents in care

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What happened during the May 17, 2025 inspection of SUN CITY GARDENS?

This was a complaint inspection of SUN CITY GARDENS on May 17, 2025. 2 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to SUN CITY GARDENS on May 17, 2025?

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

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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