Pre-licensing visit·August 30, 2024

On 8/30/24 at 9:00am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Gould arrived at EZ Care for the purpose of conducting a required 1 year annual inspection. LPA met with Applicant Khaula Nixon and current licensee and administrator Modori Katuka and together conducted a tour of the home. There are currently no residents in placement. 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 and in good repair. LPA observed that one of the bedrooms requires a bed. All other required furniture was present in the facility. LPA observed a few light bulbs out and in need of replacement throughout the facility. all bedrooms and common areas bust be cleared of personal items not utilized for resident use or care. LPA measured the water temperature, temperature measured at 111 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 area but requested a new lock as it appeared to be easily bypassed. The following corrections are required prior to being licensed by the department: All light fixtures to be working and operational. Back bedroom requires a bed and all bedrooms and common areas need to have personal items removed. New lock on medications storage cabinet. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22 the facility does not meet all regulations to be licensed at the time of inspection. A follow up inspection has been scheduled for 9/11/24 at 1:00pm.