Follow-up on corrections·August 4, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst, Amber Coleman, (LPA) made an unannounced complaint visit for complaint 56-AS-20230802121927. It was during this visit, LPA observed deficiencies not related to the complaint allegations. Upon LPA's arrival, LPA met with staff to discuss the residents in care. LPA asked a number of questions to staff. Staff's response to questions was limited and did not provide LPA with enough information. Staff expressed, that she doesn't know a lot of English and needs assistance with interpretation. At approximately 10:15am, while observing the facility's backyard. LPA observed a third party contractor making repairs to the facility's unattached garage roof. LPA observed materials from the roof were being pulled from the roof and dropped onto the ground. Some of the materials had nails still attached. LPA spoke with Administrator and learned that no report was sent to Community Care Licensing to notify about construction taking place at the facility. The contractor reported that he is repairing the roof of the garage and the facility itself. The expected date they will finish is over the weekend (August 5th and 6th, 2023) The materials, power tools out and ladders are not secure, allowing residents access; which poses a potential threat to residents in care. At approximately 10:17am, while observed the facility's backyard, LPA observed open containers of chemicals and toxins. LPA observed a bottle of pesticides sitting on the ground near the sliding door to access backyard. On the patio, LPA observed a standing barbecue. Adjacent to the barbecue, LPA observed an open container of lighter fluid. Please see LIC809C At approximately 10:19am, while observing the walkways outside facility. LPA observed a cat seated on the patio. Next to the cat was a bowl of animal food. LPA walked to the right of the facility to observe a staff member placing cat food outside the bedroom. Next to the food, stood an animal crate. When LPA inquired about the stray cats. Staff denied that they put food out for stray cats; stating that the residents feed stray cats. LPA had a discussion with staff and the Administrator to address the concern for stray cats in or around the facility and the impact the stray cats may have on residents in care. Administrator and staff stated they understood. At approximately 11:57am, LPA reviewed staff files and observed that there was no valid Administrator on file for the facility. Based on observations and interviews made during today’s inspection, deficiencies will be cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations CCR). An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report, LIC 809D, and Appeal Rights were given to the Licensee.