Follow-up on corrections·April 8, 2026

On April 8, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst, Arvin Villanueva (LPA), arrived unannounced at this facility to conduct a case management visit to issue deficiencies based on a complaint investigation visit (Complaint #27-AS-20260407081657) conducted on the same day. LPA met with the assistant administrator, Lorima Niumataiwalu (S2), and stated the purpose of the visit. The administrator, Veniana Banuve, was notified but according to S2 she never responded. Regarding the fire door: Throughout this visit, the fire door leading to the kitchen/dining/living room area was propped open by a dining chair. Per review of staff orientation training records revealed that staff were oriented/trained on Building and Fire Safety and appropriate response to emergencies. This training was 2 hours. Per interview with staff on duty, Kirk Campbell (S1), he stated that they keep the fire door propped open during the day and close it at night. Per S2, he stated that one resident has difficulty with opening it due to their walker. S2 admitted that the fire door needs to be closed at all times and corrected this deficiency by removing the dining chair and closing the door at approximately 3:37pm. LPA consulted S1 and S2 that they need to comply with applicable laws and regulations. {1 of 2} A review of California Building Code (CBC) 425.8.3.2 Group R-3.1 Occupancies Housing Nonambulatory Clients states "The hallway shall be separated from the common areas by a solid wood door not less than 13/8inch in thickness, maintained self-closing or shall be automatic closing by actuation of a smoke detector." According to CCR 87405 (d)(2) , the administrator is expected to have "Knowledge of and ability to conform to the applicable laws, rules and regulations." This include fire safety regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal. Regarding personnel records: During a review of personnel records, it was revealed that S2's files were not available at this facility for review. Also, S1's Health Screen (LIC503) was missing the second page that include the TB test result. Regarding resident records: During a review of resident records, one resident (R3) did not have their Medical Assessment (LIC602A) and Needs and Services (LIC625) were not on file and not available for review during this visit. This facility is hereby cited per Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8. Additionally, an immediate civil penalties in the amount of $500 is being assessed today based on fire safety violation. An exit interview was held with Lorima and Plan of Corrections were discussed. Appeal rights and a copy of this report were handed to Lorima. {2 of 2}