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Inspection visit

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VITA BELLA ELDERLY CARE IIILicense 3427011922 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 09/26/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Pang Lee arrived at facility unannounced to conduct a case management visit. LPA met with direct care staff, Kaydia Sharp and explained the purpose of the visit. The census is 10 with 2 care staff. Administrator Mark LaBella was not present during today's visit. The purpose of this case management is due to learn deficiencies during complaint investigation with complaint control number 27-AS-20230925082209. LPA Lee toured the facility and checked on residents’ welfare. At 8:46 AM, LPA Lee observed the emergency exit gate was locked. At 9:31 AM, LPA Lee also observed that the fire extinguisher was last service on 09/21/2023. LPA Lee advised direct care giver, Kaydia Sharp that the emergency exit cannot be locked at any time. LPA Lee also advised direct care giver, Kaydia Sharp that the fire extinguisher needs to be re-service and that it is past due. LPA Lee reviewed staff criminal record clearances and a review of staff records indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks are fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility. The following deficiency was observed and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the appeals rights, LIC 809 report, and LIC 809-D page was given to the facility.

Citations

2 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.

  • 87202Type A

    87202(a) Fire Clearance All facilities shall maintain a fire clearance approved by the city, county, or city and county fire department, or district providing fire protection services, or the State Fire Marshal. Prior to accepting or retaining any of the following types of persons, the applicant or licensee shall notify the licensing agency and obtain an appropriate fire clearance approved by the city, county, or city and county fire department, or district providing fire protection services, or the State Fire Marshal.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and facility inspection, the Licensee did not ensure the emergency fire exit door was kept unlock. This posed an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

  • 87202(a)Type A

    Maintain fire clearance before retaining specified persons

    87202(a) Fire Clearance All facilities shall maintain a fire clearance approved by the city, county, or city and county fire department, or district providing fire protection services, or the State Fire Marshal. Prior to accepting or retaining any of the following types of persons, the applicant or licensee shall notify the licensing agency and obtain an appropriate fire clearance approved by the city, county, or city and county fire department, or district providing fire protection services, or the State Fire Marshal.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and facility inspection, the Licensee did not ensure the fire extinguisher was current. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 09/21/2023. This posed an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the September 26, 2023 inspection of VITA BELLA ELDERLY CARE III?

This was an other inspection of VITA BELLA ELDERLY CARE III on September 26, 2023. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to VITA BELLA ELDERLY CARE III on September 26, 2023?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (2 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "87202(a) Fire Clearance All facilities shall maintain a fire clearance approved by the city, county, or city and county ..."

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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