Routine inspection·July 29, 2025

On 7/29/2025, Licensing Program Analyst, Arvin Villanueva (LPA) arrived unannounced at this facility to conduct their annual inspection visit. LPA initially met with staff on duty, and stated the purpose of the visit. The Administrator Debbie Loesch was notified and arrived shortly after. The Assistant Administrator, Ingrid Meyer, also arrived during the annual. Overview : Facility is a one-story home located in a residential neighborhood. Facility is licensed to serve up to 4 adult residents, ages 18 to 59, all ambulatory only. Facility is also vendored by Valley Mountain Regional Center. Facility has 4 resident bedrooms and two resident bathrooms, and one staff room. Initial Observation: Upon arrival LPA observed 2 staff on duty with 5 residents in care. Per staff, one resident was out in the community. One resident was sitting at a reclining chair in the living room. Other residents were in their bedroom. LPA observed required posters and facility license at the entrance. Room temperature was at 74 degrees Fahrenheit upon arrival. Physical Inspection : Areas inspected include, but not limited to, the kitchen, resident bedrooms, resident bathrooms, living and dining room and outdoor areas. LPA inspected 6 resident bedrooms and were observed to be equipped with the required furniture and sufficient lighting throughout. LPA measured the hot water temperature in the 1 of the bathrooms to be at 112 degrees Fahrenheit. Resident bathrooms were observed to be in clean and good repair at this time. {Con't to 809-C} {Con't from 809} Fire extinguisher was observed in the kitchen area and was last inspected on 1/3/2025. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed throughout. LPA observed centrally stored medications, toxins, and sharp objects were kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. In the kitchen area, LPA observed sufficient seven day non-perishable and two day perishable food supplies. Pantry was observed to be stocked with non-perishable food items. Additional food items were observed in the garage area. Proper storage of food items were observed. Kitchen refrigerator and freezer were maintained at regulatory temperature. Outdoor area was inspected. LPA observed outdoor furniture for resident use. LPA observed goats in the backyard. Ramps were observed to be in good repair at this time. Emergency walkways were observed to be unobstructed. No bodies of water were observed at this time. Record Reviews: Review of 3 of 3 resident files (R1, R2, R3) was conducted, include review of Admission Agreement, Physician Reports, Needs and Services Plan, Centrally Stored Medication Record and Ambulatory Status. No issues were noted at this time. Medication review of 2 residents (R1, R2) include review of physician orders for over-the-counter medications. Facility does not handle resident cash. No issues were noted at this time. Review of 3 staff files (S2, S3) include review of background clearance, First Aid/CPR certificate, Health Screen, Initial and Ongoing Training. No issues were noted at this time. LPA also reviewed fire drill/disaster drill records; facility conducts monthly drill. Last drill was on 7/15/25. LPA reviewed Infection Control Plan and Emergency Procedure Plan. Advisory was provided to review these plans at least annually. LPA requested a copy of current Liability Insurance Certificate, LIC500 and LIC308 during this visit. Interviews: LPA interviewed 1 staff during this visit. Per the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, no deficiencies were cited. Exit interview was conducted with S1. A copy of the report was provided upon exit.