Routine inspection·February 27, 2026

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Magda Malcore and Eldin Serrano made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPAs met with Caregiver, Donna Norton and were granted entry to the facility. At the time of the visit there was one (1) staff, and five (5) residents present. Physical Plant: Indoor and outdoor passageways are free of obstructions. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit. LPAs inspected resident bedrooms; they are equipped with the required furniture such as: mattresses, nightstands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPAs observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. LPAs measured and observed the water temperatures in the bathroom to be at 112 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Fire extinguisher was also observed at the facility. Posters such as Ombudsman poster, labor law, facility license, and facility sketch were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to residents in care. There was a designated storage space for resident/staff files. There i s a medication room with the resident’s medications locked. LPAs observed first aid kit and manual. Yards/Outside : One shaded patio, one self-latching gate and an attached two (2) car garage was observed. Food Service: Seven (7) days’ supply of Non-perishable foods and two (2) days’ supply of perishable food supply were observed and sufficient for the number of residents in care. LPAs observed that the facility does not have enough emergency food and water for 72 hour emergency. Citation issued. Record Review: LPAs reviewed three (3) resident files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, pre-placement appraisals and needs and services plans. LPAs observed resident files reviewed were complete. LPAs reviewed three (3) staff files for First Aid/CPR certifications, criminal record clearances, trainings, and health screenings. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, a deficiency was cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations and Health and Safety Code (HSC). An exit interview was conducted, and this report LIC809, LIC809C, LIC809D forms, and Appeal Rights were discussed and provided to Caregiver Norton.