Routine inspection·August 8, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Magda Malcore made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a required annual inspection. LPA met with Nora Clemons, Administrator, and was granted entry to the facility. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE) with a license capacity of (6), and a current census of (5) non-ambulatory residents. LPA conducted an inspection of facility, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Operation/Physical Plant: The facility has an infection control plan and emergency disaster plan on file. Indoor and outdoor passageways were kept free of obstruction. The facility has no swimming pool or similar bodies of water. The facility has sufficient indoor and outdoor space for resident activities. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. Resident bedrooms were furnished with beds, bed linen, night stands, storage space, and sufficient lighting. Resident bathrooms were maintained clean and fixtures were operating properly. The hot water temperatures in the bathrooms measured at 116 degrees F. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms, laundry equipment, and telephone service. Posters such as personal rights, the Community Care Licensing complaint poster, Ombudsman poster, and emergency telephone numbers were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps were kept inaccessible to residents in care. Medications were labeled and centrally stored in a locked cabinet. Food Service: Kitchen and dining areas were maintained cleaned. Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of residents in care. Record Review: Resident files reviewed had admission agreements, medical assessments, and appraisals. Review of staff files reveal the Administrator and care staff do not current for First Aid/CPR certifications and documentation of yearly care staff training on file for review. Record review also reveals there is no documentation of current emergency drill training with staff on file. Based on LPA observations, deficiencies were cited per Health and Safety Codes and Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted where reports (LIC809 & LIC809-D) were discussed and copies were provided with appeal rights to the Administrator at the conclusion of the visit