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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

LAKEWOOD VILLA CARE CENTERLicense 3427015532 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On April 22, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst, Arvin Villanueva (LPA), arrived unannounced at this facility to conduct the annual inspection visit. LPA met with Charlotte Lewis and stated the purpose of the visit. Charlotte identified herself as the new administrator since February 2026. Per review of Guardian, she was associated to this facility on January 17, 2026. Overview : Facility is a one-story building located in a residential neighborhood. Facility is licensed to serve up to 18 elderly residents, 9 of which may be non-ambulatory and 6 may be bedridden. Facility has a hospice waiver up to 18 residents. Facility does manage residents’ cash resources. Facility does not have delayed egress, and/or locked interior/exterior. Physical Inspection : Areas inspected include, but not limited to, the kitchen, resident bedrooms, resident bathrooms, living and dining room and outdoor areas. LPA inspected 5 of 9 resident bedrooms and 2 of 5 bathrooms. Room temperature was maintained at 73 degrees F. The hot water temperature was measured at 112 degrees Fahrenheit. 3 fire extinguishers were observed throughout the building. LPA observed sprinkler system. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed throughout. In the kitchen, the facility maintained at least a seven-day supply of non-perishable foods and a two-day supply of perishable foods. Cleaning supplies, dish soaps, aerosol spray cans, and dish detergents were observed accessible inside unlocked cabinet located under the stove. Laundry room was inspected. Laundry soaps and hygiene supplies were observed in an accessible cabinet. The lock of the cabinet can be opened without a key. Other cleaning supplies were also in a cabinet that was accessible to residents. Outdoor area was inspected. LPA observed covered areas with outdoor furniture. Ramps, fence, and exit gate were observed to be in good repair at this time. LPA observed the 3 exit gates at the back to be locked with padlocks. Based on today’s visit, this annual inspection will require a continuation visit. The Department will return at a later date to continue the inspection. Deficiencies are being cited based on today’s visit. Immediate Civil Penalty in the amounth of $500 was issued today due to fire safety violation. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report and appeal rights were provided.

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.

  • 87203Type A

    Maintain facilities for fire and panic safety

    All facilities shall be maintained in conformity with the regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal for the protection of life and property against fire and panic. This is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not maintain proper fire clearance by padlocking the outside emergency gate at the backyard near the parking lot. This poses an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risks to persons in care.

  • 87309(a)Type A

    Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended

    Storage Space and Access Except as specified in subsection (b), the licensee shall ensure that disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisonous substances, knives, matches, tools, sharp objects, and other similar items which could pose a danger to residents are in locked storage and are not left unattended if outside the locked storage. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, cleaning solutions, disinfectants, detergents, hygiene and other similar items were found accessible in the kitchen and laundry room. This poses an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risks to persons in care.

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What happened during the April 22, 2026 inspection of LAKEWOOD VILLA CARE CENTER?

This was an inspection of LAKEWOOD VILLA CARE CENTER on April 22, 2026. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to LAKEWOOD VILLA CARE CENTER on April 22, 2026?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (2 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "All facilities shall be maintained in conformity with the regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal for the protecti..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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