Follow-up·August 3, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christina Valerio arrived to the facility unannounced to conduct a case management visit. LPA met with Administrator Casey Simon, and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA received notification that the licensee would like to incorporate a chicken coop in the garden area of the memory care unit. This area would be used as a form of activity of the residents and where the residents go to relax. Administrator stated the residents love the chickens and the chickens appear to be happy in their habitat. There is currently 2 chickens and a small chicken coop that is located in a corner area. LPA reviewed the plan to keep the area inaccessible when staff are not around and expected the chicken coop. According to the Memory Care Director, the chicken No health or safety issues observed. Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) - Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, no deficiencies are being cited. An exit interview was held, and a copy of the report was provided.