Routine inspection·February 24, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anna Bueno arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced annual inspection with an emphasis on infection control. LPA met with staff Patricia Salinas and LPA explained the nature of today's visit. There are currently 5 residents in the facility. Salinas confirmed there are no active and/or suspected COVID-19 cases in the facility. Salinas phoned administrator Amparo Liwanag who informed LPA that they will not be able to visit the facility at this time. LPA toured the facility with staff Gramonte. LPA observed one point of entry for universal symptoms screening that is initiated for all residents, staff and visitors. Signs have been posted throughout the facility, specifically for proper hand washing, cough/sneeze etiquette, and social distancing practices. Facility has a plan in place to monitor any changes in condition for staff and residents. LPA observed a sufficient supply of hand hygiene, cleaning and disinfecting items. LPA observed an adequate supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that included masks, face shields, gloves, and gowns. The facility has a designated infection control person who is responsible for ensuring that the facility is compliance with infection control practices. The facility has a COVID mitigation plan in place, which outlines testing requirements, isolating/quarantining positive COVID-19 cases, proper cleaning/sanitizing/disinfecting and monitoring of individuals for COVID-like symptoms. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, there are no deficiencies cited during this visit. Technical advisories were issued to switch the garage door keyed knob inside the home to limit garage access by the use of a key and maintain consistent screening policies. An exit interview was conducted where this report was discussed with and a copy was provided to Francis Gramonte.