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Inspection visit

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LA SERENA HOUSELicense 3470032971 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On June 25, 2025 (6/25/24), Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Mknelly arrived at the facility and met with Licensee, Aida Briones, to open an investigation into the complaint allegation listed above. During the investigation, the Department reviewed documentation pertinent to the investigation (CSMR and MARs) and received statements from additional parties involved in the R1’s care services. The results of the investigation are as follows: LPA Michael Hood received Centrally Stored Medication Form (CSMF) and Mediation Administration Record (MAR) for resident (R1). LPA reviewed R1’s CSMF and MAR and observed discrepancies between records for at least five (5) of R1’s medications. LPAs also reviewed a statement from hospice stating R1’s medications have not been managed and administered as ordered. Based on records reviewed, the preponderance of evidence standards have been met. Therefore, the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, a deficiency is being cited on the attached 9099-D page. Exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights were provided.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 87465(a)(4)Type A

    Incidental Medical and Dental Care (a) A plan for incidental medical and dental care shall be developed by each facility (...) by compliance with the following: (4) The licensee shall assist residents with self-administered medications as needed. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:Based on records reviewed and statement, the facility did not ensure that resident R1 was receiving medications as prescribed, which poses an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to residents in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the June 25, 2025 inspection of LA SERENA HOUSE?

This was a complaint inspection of LA SERENA HOUSE on June 25, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to LA SERENA HOUSE on June 25, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Incidental Medical and Dental Care (a) A plan for incidental medical and dental care shall be developed by each facility..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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