Routine inspection·October 31, 2022

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Anna Bueno and Amber Coleman made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a required annual inspection, with an emphasis on infection control. LPA met with care staff Gerardo and Glenda Alfonso who phoned co-administrator Marya Alpert and licensee Gerry Markie, who confirmed that there are currently no cases/exposures of COVID-19 within the facility. During the inspection, LPAs Bueno and Coleman interviewed administrator regarding the facility's infection control measures and inspected the facility for regulatory compliance. LPAs observed appropriate postings in the facility, including COVID-19 symptoms and infection control postings, which were in accordance with the Department's guidelines. LPAs observed that the facility was also equipped with sufficient hand hygiene supplies, sufficient cleaning/disinfecting provisions, and a supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The facility has a designated infection control lead person and mitigation plan in place which follows Community Care Licensing Division guidelines for COVID-19 testing, isolation, and properly caring for residents with COVID-19 positive results and/or exposures. LPA Coleman and staff Alfonso toured the facility inside and out. LPA Coleman observed that the facility appears to be meeting operational requirements. LPA observed that all utilities and appliances were functioning and all passageways clear of obstruction. The facility was equipped with sufficient food supplies. All areas of the facility, including resident bedroom and bathrooms, appeared to have appropriate furnishings, are clean, and in good repair. LPAs observed no apparent health and safety risks at the time of visit. Based on observations made during today’s inspection, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code or Regulations. An exit interview was conducted where this report was discussed with and provided to licensee Gerry Markie