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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

MOUNTAIN CREST SENIOR HOME CARE INC.License 3618809532 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) LaVette Farlow made an announced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Facility Caregiver Ria Amigleo and was granted entry to the facility. Caregiver notified the House Manager, Darlene Navarro of my arrival. LPA met with Darlene later during the visit. At the time of the visit there was two (2) staff present, and six (6) residents in the home. The facility is a five (5) bedroom, three (3), bathroom home, with a kitchen/dining area, living room, laundry room with a bed for staff and attached garage. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE). Licensed capacity is (6) current census (6). LPA was accompanied by House Manager, Darlene 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 (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature 72 degree Fahrenheit. LPA inspected resident’s bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, 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 to be 119.0, 122.7, 122.3, and 102.1 degrees Fahrenheit. A Technical violation issued. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. 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. Medications are kept inside medication closet inaccessible to residents in care. 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 number of residents in care. House Manager Darlene arrived with groceries in preparation for the facilities Thanksgiving Celebration with family and friends on tomorrow. LPA observed a emergency supply of food and water. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All staff members working in the facility have criminal record clearance through the department. Record Review: LPA reviewed three (3) resident files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plans. LPA observed that two (2) out of three (3) residents were missing a current physician report or a needs and service plan. A Deficiency cited. LPA also reviewed three (3) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, training, and health screenings. LPA observed one (1) out of three (3) staff was missing a TB test results. A deficiency cited. Medications were audited at random and appeared to be dispensed appropriately by staff members. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, two (2) deficiencies and one (1) technical violation were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809), (LIC809C), (LIC809D), and appeal rights was discussed and provided to House Manager, Darlene Navarro.

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.

  • 87412(f)Type B

    Based on observation, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 3 staff personnel files by not ensuring all staff completed a health screening and TB test prior to employment which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87463(h)Type B

    Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 3 residents in care by not ensuring all residents have a annual physician report an annual needs and service plan which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the November 20, 2025 inspection of MOUNTAIN CREST SENIOR HOME CARE INC.?

This was a inspection inspection of MOUNTAIN CREST SENIOR HOME CARE INC. on November 20, 2025. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to MOUNTAIN CREST SENIOR HOME CARE INC. on November 20, 2025?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 3 staff pe..."

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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