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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CRYSTAL GARDEN RCFELicense 3664261262 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Magda Malcore made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Breeana Redwine, Administrator, and discussed the purpose for the visit. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE) with a license capacity of (10), and a current census of (10). LPA conducted a general inspection of facility, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Operation/Physical Plant: Indoor and outdoor passageways were kept free of obstruction. The facility has no swimming pools or similar bodies of water. The facility has sufficient indoor and outdoor space for resident activities. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature of 73 degrees Fahrenheit. Resident bedrooms were furnished with beds, bed linen, nightstands, chairs, and sufficient lighting. Resident bathrooms were maintained clean and equipped with grab rails. The hot water temperature in resident's bathroom measured 108 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms, fully charged fire extinguishers, laundry equipment, and telephone service. The facility has posted in a common area Community Care Licensing complaint poster, Ombudsman poster, facility license, evacuation sketch and emergency telephone numbers. Sharps were kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. The facility has 24 hours/7 days a week staff coverage. Food Service: Kitchen and dining areas were maintained cleaned. Non-perishable and perishable food supply was sufficient for number of residents in care. Cups, plates, and utensils were sufficient for number of residents in care. The facility’s refrigerators and freezers were operating properly. Medications: Resident medications are centrally stored in a locked cabinet. Interviews with staff and review of medication records reveals, that caregivers who are not medically skilled professionals are administering injections to resident #1 (R1) and resident #2 (R2). Review of R1 and R2's physician's report reveals both residents are not able to administer their own injections. Record Review: The Administrator’s certification, facility’s insurance and emergency drill training are up to date. Resident files were reviewed for admissions agreements, physician’s reports, preplacement appraisals, needs and services plans. Review of staff files reveals, Staff#1 (S1) did not have on file a health screening for review. During today's visit, deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted where reports (LIC809 & LIC809D) were discussed and copies provided with appeal rights to Administrator Redwine at the conclusion of the visit.

Citations

4 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.

  • 87465(a)(5)Type A

    Based on LPA observations and interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by caregivers who are not medically skilled professionals are administering injections to two (2) residents in care; which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87633(b)(6)(B)Type B
  • 87705(c)(3)(A)Type B
  • 87412(a)(11)Type B

    Based on LPA record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not maintaining a health screening for staff#1 (S1) on file for review; which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the April 30, 2026 inspection of CRYSTAL GARDEN RCFE?

This was a inspection inspection of CRYSTAL GARDEN RCFE on April 30, 2026. 2 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CRYSTAL GARDEN RCFE on April 30, 2026?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (1 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on LPA observations and interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by caregivers who are..."

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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