Routine inspection·September 19, 2024

On 9/19/24 at 1:45 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Gould arrived at Serenity Care Villa LLC for the purpose of conducting a required 1 year annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Ibifubara Jack and together conducted a tour of the home. LPA and Administrator evaluated the physical plant to ensure the health and safety of the residents in care. Areas inspected are including but not limited to the kitchen, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, living and dining room and outdoor areas. LPA observed the facility to be free of odor, clean and in good repair. LPA observed that all rooms are equipped with the required furniture and sufficient lighting throughout the facility. LPA measured the water temperature, temperature measured at 110 degrees F which meets the 105-120 degree Fahrenheit regulation. LPA observed sufficient seven day non-perishable and two day perishable food supplies. Fire extinguishers and smoke detectors are current and in compliance with fire safety. LPA notes the facility had the required carbon monoxide detectors. First aid kit was checked and is complete. LPA observed centrally stored medications secure from residents. LPA observed there is a hot water dispenser that needs a caution sign. LPA observed one of the two staff files reviewed did not meet required hours in total annual training and specific dementia care training hours. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22 the following deficiencies are cited during today's inspection. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report and appeal rights were left at the facility.