Routine inspection·August 25, 2021

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Melana Llopis arrived at the facility unannounced on 08/25/2021 to conduct a Required - 1 Year inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Liana Bachis and explained the purpose of the visit. Prior to visit, LPA completed required COVID-19 testing protocols, and a daily self-screening questionnaire for symptoms of COVID-19 infection to affirm no COVID-19 related symptoms; upon entry LPA completed a facility risk assessment. LPA ensured they applied hand sanitizer before entering the facility and the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn: Surgical Mask. Additionally, LPA was screened by Administrator, upon entering the facility. LPA and Administrator toured the physical plant together, areas inspected include but are not limited to the following: six (6) resident bedrooms and bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dinning area, backyard, and laundry room. LPA checked the kitchen area for the ability to prepare and store food. Care home has required (2) two day perishable and (7) seven day non-perishable food supply on hand. LPA observed that knives, cleaning products and other toxins were locked away and inaccessible to residents. LPA observed the backyard and perimeter of the care home was free of clutter and debris and there appeared to be no potential safety hazards to the residents in care. Smoke detectors are operational and care home also has a carbon monoxide detector. Fire extinguishers and first aid kit are maintained and ready for emergency use. LPA reviewed infection control procedures to ensure facility is in compliance. LPA checked medication storage and found medication to be locked away and inaccessible to the residents. LPA observed resident medication to be prepoured over 24 hours in advance. LPA reviewed two resident files and one staff file. As a result of today's visit, a deficiency is being cited on form 809D, per California Code of Regulations Title 22. Exit interview conducted, copy of report and appeal rights provided.