Routine inspection·November 6, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Holly Williams and Licensing Program Manager Czarrina Camilon-Lee arrived unannounced to conduct an annual inspection. LPM Camilon-Lee and LPA Williams met with facility administrator Nazarina Vega explained the purpose of the visit. LPM Camilon-Lee LPA Williams reviewed five resident files (R1-R5) and three staff files (S1, S2, S4). LPM Camilon-Lee and Williams toured the facility with Caregiver Nolan Geronimo and inspected common areas, the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, and backyard areas. Furniture and furnishings were sufficient to meet the needs of residents. Door to outside in the double client room when opened had a cable cord that was exposed and is a fall hazard. The facility temperature was 72 degrees Fahrenheit, which is within the required range of 68 and 85 degrees. The facility's water temperature measured 137 degrees Fahrenheit, which is within the required range of 105 and 120 degrees. LPM Camilon-Lee and LPA Williams observed first aid supplies, a fully-charged and up-to-date fire extinguisher, and working carbon monoxide/smoke detectors. LPM Camilon-Lee and LPA Williams observed a minimum 2-day supply of perishable food and a minimum 7-day supply of nonperishable food. LPM Camilon-Lee and LPA Williams observed a locked cabinet for the storage of medication. LPA Williams observed a residents medication unlocked in the kitchen. LPAs Moleski and Williams observed locked cabinets for the storage of cleaning solutions and knives. LPA Williams when in the unlocked garage observed poisons and laundry detergents out for residents to access. LPA Williams observed in the backyard a shed that is not permitted, contained a bed, and staff is sleeping in the shed. LPA Williams LPM Camilon-Lee and LPA Williams interviewed three residents. This facility is being cited per 22 CCR Section 87303(e)(1), 87305(a), 87309(a)(1) . An exit interview was held with Nazerina Vega. Appeal rights and a copy of this report were handed to Nazerina Vega.