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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

BELLA GARDEN RESIDENTIAL SENIOR CARELicense 3618004253 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 1/29/2026 at 11:45 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Eldin Serrano made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection LPA met with caregiver Ana Delgado and was granted entry to the facility. Caregiver Ana called the administrator Elizabeth Colunga and she arrived 20 minutes later. At the time of the visit there was one (1) staff present, and five (5) residents present. The facility is a three (3) bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms home with a kitchen/dining area, living room. The facility is Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). The facility is licensed for a capacity of six (6) non-ambulatory and two (2) hospice care resident and the current census is six (6) residents. LPA was accompanied by Caregiver Ana to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to the following: Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA inspected resident bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, nightstands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. LPA measured and observed the water temperatures in the bathroom to be at 105 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Fire extinguishers were also observed at the facility. Posters such as personal rights, the CCLD complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. LPA observed that the facility did not have an updated disaster drill. Deficiency will be issued. ***Continuation in LIC809C *** Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to residents in care. There was a designated storage space for resident/staff files. There is a Medication Closet with the resident’s medications locked. LPA observed complete first aid kit and manual at the facility. Food Service: Seven (7) days’ supply of Non-perishable foods and two (2) days’ supply of perishable food were observed. LPA observed that the facility does not have sufficient 7 day non-perishable food. Deficiency issued. Care & Supervision: The facility has an Administrator with appropriate and enough hours to appropriately manage the facility. The facility has sufficient number of staff to provide care and supervision to the residents in care. Record Review: LPA reviewed four (4) resident files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, pre-placement appraisals and needs and services plans. LPA observed resident #4 (R) ddid not have an updated tubeculosis (TB) test on file. Deficiency issued. LPA reviewed three (3) staff and administrator files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, trainings, and health screenings. Medications/Medication Administration Record (MAR) were audited and in compliance. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, three (3) deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report LIC809, LIC809C, LIC809D forms, and Appeal Rights was discussed and provided to Ana Delgado.

Citations

3 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.

  • 1569.695(c)Type B

    Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not ensuring that the facility has the updated disaster drill on file which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87458(c)(1)Type B

    Based on observation interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not ensuring that the facility has the updated result of tuberculosis (TB) test for resident #4 (R4) which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87555(b)(26)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not ensuring that the facility has sufficient non-perishable food for the residents in care which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the January 29, 2026 inspection of BELLA GARDEN RESIDENTIAL SENIOR CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of BELLA GARDEN RESIDENTIAL SENIOR CARE on January 29, 2026. 3 citations were issued: 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to BELLA GARDEN RESIDENTIAL SENIOR CARE on January 29, 2026?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (0 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not ensuring that the facility has t..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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