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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 02/12/2026 at 9:20AM , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Renese Howell-Small arrived unannounced to conduct the required annual visit to the facility. LPA met with Administrator Angela Shattles-Breedlove and Henrietta Chavez and introduced self and stated the purpose of the visit. LPA was informed that there are currently seven (7) residents in care. The facility has six (6) bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, kitchen, dining area, living room, office, laundry, attached garage and backyard. LPA completed a walk through of the facility, review of records and medication audit. 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 78 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA inspected resident bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, chairs and sufficient lighting. LPA inspected resident bathrooms; bathrooms were clean and appliances were found functional. Water temperatures tested at 115 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with combination operational smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms, charged fire extinguishers and first aid kit. Posters such as; the personal rights, emergency disaster plan, CCLD complaint poster and ombudsman were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept locked and inaccessible to residents. There was a designated storage space for resident/staff files. Medications were observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents. There is no swimming pool, firearms or ammunition in the facility. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for residents in care. Food Service : Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for residents in care. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly. Yards/Outside: One shaded patio, two side gates with self-latching handle on the left and right side of the house that leads into the backyard was observed Record Review: LPA reviewed staff and administrator files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, trainings, and health screenings. LPA reviewed resident files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plans. LPA observed all staff and resident files reviewed were complete. LPA confirmed that there are cameras in the common area and the cameras do not record audio. The facility's licensing fees are current. Three Technical Violations and two Technical Assistance were given during this visit. An exit interview was conducted where this report LIC809, LIC809C, LIC9102TV and LIC9102TA were discussed and copies were provided to Administrator, Henrietta Chavez.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the February 12, 2026 inspection of DESERT HORIZON RESIDENTIAL CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of DESERT HORIZON RESIDENTIAL CARE on February 12, 2026. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to DESERT HORIZON RESIDENTIAL CARE on February 12, 2026?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

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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