Routine inspection·October 27, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rayshaun Nickolas conducted an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required annual inspection, with an emphasis on infection control due to the COVID-19 pandemic. LPA arrived and met with Licensee Bryant Saldivar and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA was screened for COVID-19 symptoms and asked to sign-in upon arrival. Saldivar confirmed that there are currently no cases/exposures of COVID-19 within the facility. During the inspection, LPA conducted a brief tour of the facility and made observations pertaining to the facility's infection control measures and other health and safety concerns. LPA observed appropriate postings throughout the facility, including, face coverings, and COVID-19 symptoms postings. The facility was also equipped with sufficient cleaning/disinfecting provisions. LPA observed facility staff wearing face coverings. The facility has a designated infection control lead person who has been tasked with tracking all COVID-19 cases and/or suspected cases, ensuring PPE supplies are maintained, cleaning and disinfection provisions are in adequate quantities, and that staff are trained in the facility's infection control measures. The facility has a plan in place which follows Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) guidelines for COVID-19 testing, isolating/quarantining clients. The facility also has a plan in place to monitor clients regularly for any changes in condition and to subsequently notify the client's physician and emergency personnel in the event the clients presents any COVID-19 symptoms. LPA reviewed clients records during today's inspection. LPA observed and interview a individual volunteering at the facility without criminal record clearance. LPA observed this individual moping in a bedroom and working in the kitchen. The individual states that he/she does not work at the facility but has been visiting for a month. LPA also observed during the client's records review that all clients in care do not have a documented medical assessment, signed by a physician, made within the last year. Based on observations made during today’s inspection, two (2) deficiency was cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations (CCR). A $500.00 civil penalty has been assessed for the individual volunteering at the facility without a criminal record clearance. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report, LIC 809D, LIC421BG, and Appeal Rights were given to the Licensee.