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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

BLESSED ELDER CARE, INC.License 3364245842 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Janette Romero conducted an unannounced annual required visit on 7/3/2023 at 10:45 a.m. LPA was granted entry by Caregiver Jenine Cummings who was informed of the purpose of the visit. During the visit, Administrators Magdalina Gurau and John Gurau arrived. At the time of the visit there was 11 residents and (2) staff present. The facility is made up of a one-story home with 10 bedrooms, four (4) full bathrooms, four (4) half baths with an attached garage. There are no bodies of water on the premises. Nine (9) of the bedrooms are designated for residents and one (1) for live-in staff. LPA conducted a tour of the interior and exterior, reviewed facility documents and conducted staff and resident interviews. LPA observed the following: Physical Plant: LPA toured the resident bedrooms. Physical plant, floors, windows, and doors were observed to be clean. Fixtures and furniture in the home were observed in good repair along with outdoor furniture and shaded area for clients. Knives were observed to be locked and secured in a kitchen cabinet. Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector were operational. Resident restroom showers were equipped with a grab bar and non-slips mats. First aid kit was complete. The facility has clean towels, blankets, and linen, available in different colors for residents. Continued on LIC809-C.. Food Service: LPA observed facility kitchen had the ability to prepare food in clean environment and possessed equipment in good working condition. LPA observed the facility had sufficient non-perishable foods, but had a low supply of perishable foods for 11 residents in care. During the visit, Administrator John Gurau went to Smart and Final and purchased perishable food items for the residents. Care & Supervision / Administration: Adequate staff are present for the supervision of residents. Staff present have proper clearance and association to the facility. Facility sketch, exit routes, personal rights procedures and emergency phone numbers were posted throughout the facility. Centrally Stored Medications: LPA observed medication transferred from their original containers and placed onto daily pill organizer containers for 11 residents in care. Deficiencies: LPA observed unsecured Clorox Wipes on kitchen countertop. LPA observed medication transferred to daily pill organizer containers for 11 residents. Daily pill organizers were only labeled with the residents’ name. This report was discussed with Administrator Magdalina Gurau and a copy was provided to the facility along with an LIC809-D and Appeal Rights.

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.

  • 87309(a)Type B

    Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended

    Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in by leaving Clorox Disinfecting Wipes accessible on the kitchen counter, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • Keep prescriptions in original containers

    Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by transferring medications out of their original containers onto daily pill organizers for 11 residents, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the July 3, 2023 inspection of BLESSED ELDER CARE, INC.?

This was an inspection of BLESSED ELDER CARE, INC. on July 3, 2023. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to BLESSED ELDER CARE, INC. on July 3, 2023?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in by leaving Clorox Disinf..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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