Routine inspection·April 10, 2026

On April 10, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Venus Mixson arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Annual Inspection and met with the Administrator, Nikita Desai. The facility file review was conducted at the Regional Office and additional records were requested and reviewed on site. The facility is licensed for 15 Elderly Adult residents and is currently operating at the capacity of 14 Elderly Adult residents. For a 740 facility type. The facility is cleared for 8 of those 15 to receive Hospices services but currently there are no residents on Hospice at this time. LPA Mixson toured the facility along with the Administrator, Nikita Desai, and made observations pertaining to the Required Annual visit. LPA inspected the facility inside and outside. There were no obstructions or debris to the indoor or outdoor passageways observed. Additionally, there were no bodies of water seen on the premises at the time of this visit. The facility is a single-story facility located at 222 Washington Street Vista Ca.92084 Physical Plant: The facility phone number is (760) 936-8887, and it is operable. LPA Mixson observed the residents’ bedrooms, from number (1) through (9), and each was furnished as per Regulations and Title 22. LPA Mixson inspected the six facility bathrooms, and each was clean and had working utilities. The hot water temperature tested within regulations, and was logged. The bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately currently. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors, 9 carbon monoxide alarms located in the bedrooms, and (2) carbon monoxide alarms are located in the hallway. There are two fire extinguishers. LPA Mixson observed required postings such as "If you See Something, Say Something,” the "Personal Rights," and the LTCO poster. The cleaning supplies and sharp items were locked and inaccessible to the residents in care presently. There were designated storage spaces for the residents’ files, and it was locked and inaccessible to residents in care at present. The staff files were maintained electronically, and were provided online. Medications : Were locked in a black metal file cabinet near the laundry room and front door and inaccessible to residents in care. Additionally, there were a sufficient supply of medication for the residents in care. There were no documented errors observed on the centrally stored medication forms, and medications were stored in their original containers at the present. The facility has five caregivers present, and the Administrator for a total of six. There are two Fire extinguishers located in the facility by each entry way. In the green at the time of the visit and to be serviced on 04/15/2026 ask indicated by the Administrator. Food Service& furniture: The non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient per regulations, and there are a variety of food types available for residents at this time. Dishes and utensils were in sufficient supply and stored properly, and sharp items are locked. The overall facility is clean; the furniture is in good condition and arranged in a manner which provides space for residents to move safely. The facility cooling system and other appliances were operable at present. The Administrator informed LPA there were safety lights for night throughout the facility. Care & Supervision / Administration: There were adequate staff present for the supervision of residents in care. The floor plans, telephone numbers and personal rights were found posted in the facility. The listed Administrator, Nikita Desai possess a current administrator’s certificate with an expiration date of 11/28/2027, and it is posted in the facility, near the front door. Records Reviewed and Resident/Staff Files: LPA Mixson reviewed staff files and the facility's staff schedule. The staff files reviewed comprise required documents, along with updated TB test. The resident files reviewed had the essential paperwork as per Regulations at the time of this visit, including current TB tests. Disaster preparedness: LPA Mixson reviewed the facility's emergency and disaster plan as well as the disaster training binder. LPA observed the last fire drill was conducted March 31, 2026, met the Department standards, and was logged. Infection Control: LPA Mixson observed the hand washing stations in the facility restrooms. LPA observed PPE equipment and cleaning supplies to conduct regular cleaning of the facility. LPA reviewed the facility's infection control plan and found required infection control measures met the Department requirements. Gloves were observed in residents private bathrooms. An exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report was reviewed and given to the Administrator, Nikita Desain.