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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

BRASWELL'S CHATEAU VILLALicense 3609021292 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Sarina Ramirez and Eldin Serrano made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a required annual inspection. LPAs met Administrator Melanie Niez, and discussed the purpose of the visit. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE) with a license capacity of (156), and a current census of (103). LPAs conducted a general inspection of the facility, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Physical Plant: Indoor and outdoor passageways were kept free of obstruction. The facility has no swimming or similar bodies of water. The facility has sufficient space for resident activities. Ten (10) resident bedrooms were inspected. Ten (10) resident’s bathrooms were inspected, hot water temperatures measured 106.2 degrees F. The facility is equipped with operating smoke alarms, the facility was recently inspected by DC Electronics on 11/15/25. Carbon Monoxide alarms were not observed, deficiency issued. Facility has operating laundry equipment, and telephone service. The facility has posted in a common area, personal rights, facility sketch, the Community Care Licensing complaint poster, Ombudsman poster, menu, activities, and license. Cleaning supplies were kept locked inaccessible to residents in care. Sharps were not locked in the facility kitchen, deficiency issued. Food Service: Kitchen and dining areas were maintained cleaned. Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of residents in care. Facility refrigerators and freezers were maintained in operating condition. Health Related services: LPA Serrano reviewed (5) resident medications. Resident’s medications are labeled and centrally stored in a locked room. Continuation on LIC 809-C... Record Review: Five (5) resident files reviewed were observed to be complete. Five (5) staff files reviewed were observed to be complete, The facility has an emergency and disaster plan on file; last disaster drill was completed on 10/16/25 and Fire drill services was conducted on 11/03/25. S6 had an expired food handlers card, technical violation issued. First aid manual was not observed, technical violation issued. Based on LPAs observations and records reviewed, deficiencies and technical violations are being issued per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted where this report (LIC809), LIC 809D, and LIC 9102 was discussed to Administrator Melanie Niez . Copies of the reports were provided with appeal rights to the Administrator at the conclusion of the visit.

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.

  • 1569.311Type A

    Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having carbon monoxide alarms throughout the facility which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87309(a)Type A

    Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended

    Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having sharps locked in the kitchen which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the November 21, 2025 inspection of BRASWELL'S CHATEAU VILLA?

This was an inspection of BRASWELL'S CHATEAU VILLA on November 21, 2025. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to BRASWELL'S CHATEAU VILLA on November 21, 2025?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (2 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not havi..."

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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