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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

VITA BELLA ELDERLY CARELicense 3427009193 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 9/23/25 at 3:15pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Gould conducted an unannounced case management deficiencies inspection to address deficiencies observed during today's inspection. LPA conducted a walk through of the facility upon arrival. LPA noted several mice/insect traps around the facility and kitchen. LPA inspected the kitchen cabinets and drawers and observed an abundance of evidence of insect infestation/feces. All kitchen cabinets and drawers are in need or cleaning. LPA observed the facility floors to be dirty and in need of routine cleaning. The facility is not clean sanitary or good repair at the time of inspection. LPA also observed the front windows on each side of the front door are in need of replacement as they do not fit the current window frame and have exposed glass edges that poses a danger to residents, staff and visitors. LPA Gould inspected the food supply and observed the facility has an insufficient supply of food items available for resident use. the facility ran out of milk and residents provided statements that they went to purchase milk from the store. LPA observed a food order from walmart that LPA identified was ordered after LPA's arrival to the facility. LPA determined the food present does not meet the two day perishable requirement per regulations. LPA also observed the front gate to be manipulated in a way that prevents residents from easily opening the perimeter gate and exiting the facility grounds. The following deficiencies are cited per California Code of Regulations Title 22. Exit interview conducted an a copy of this report and appeal rights are left at the facility.

Citations

3 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.

  • 87303(a)Type A

    Maintain facility in clean, safe, sanitary condition

    Maintenance and Operation: The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors. This requirement was not met as evidenced by LPA observations of insects/insect feces in every kitchen cabinet drawer, windows in need of repair that do not fit the window frame and have exposed glass edges, and floors in need of routine cleaning which poses an immediate health, safety and personal rights risk to residents in care.

  • Freedom to leave and not be locked in

    Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities: To leave or depart the facility at any time and to not be locked into any room, building, or on facility premises by day or night. This does not prohibit a licensee from establishing house rules, such as locking doors at night to protect residents, or barring windows against intruders, with permission from the Department. This requirement was not met as evidenced by LPA observations the facility gate was manipulated in a way to prevent residents from opening the sliding gate at the driveway and preventing them from leaving the facility. which poses an immediate health, safety and personal rights risk to residents in care.

  • Onsite food stock levels for nonperishables and perishables

    General Food Service Requirements: Supplies of nonperishable foods for a minimum of one week and perishable foods for a minimum of two days shall be maintained on the premises. This requirements was not met as evidenced by LPA observation that the facility does not have a 2 day perishable food supply to meet the needs of residents which poses an immediate health, safety and personal rights risk to residents in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the September 23, 2025 inspection of VITA BELLA ELDERLY CARE?

This was an other inspection of VITA BELLA ELDERLY CARE on September 23, 2025. 3 citations were issued: 3 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to VITA BELLA ELDERLY CARE on September 23, 2025?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (3 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Maintenance and Operation: The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance sha..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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