Routine inspection·May 8, 2024

On May 08, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Venus Mixson arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Required Annual Inspection and met with the Director of Resident Care, (DRC), Ada Navarrete. The facility file review was conducted in the Regional Office and additional forms were requested and reviewed on site. The facility is licensed for 160 Elderly Adults (740) and is currently serving 81 Seniors. LPA Mixson toured the facility along with the DRC and inspected the facility inside and outside, there were no obstructions or debris to the indoor or outdoor passageways currently at the time of this visit. The facility is a two-story and multi building located at 1550/1560 Security Place San Marcos, CA. 92078 Physical Plant: The facility phone number is (760) 744-4484 and it is operable. The LPA observed a sampling of the residents’ bedrooms, and those observed were equipped with required furniture as per Title 22. LPA Mixson inspected a sampling of the facility bathrooms, and the hot water temperature tested within regulations. The bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately currently at the time of this visit. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and fire extinguishers. The LPA observed required postings such as "If you See Something, Say Something" the "Personal Rights" and the Ombudsman postings, and the DRC knows their Ombudsman personally. The cleaning supplies and sharp items were kept locked and inaccessible to the residents in care. There was a designated storage space for the residents and staff files, and it was locked and inaccessible to residents in care currently at the time of this visit. Medications Were stored and locked and inaccessible to residents in care, and there was a sufficient supply of medication for each resident at the time of this visit. The overall facility is clean, the furniture is in good condition. The facility heating system and other appliances were operable currently at the time of this visit, and there were safety lights for night. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient per regulations, and there are a variety of food types available for residents. Dishes and utensils were in sufficient supply and stored properly, and sharps are locked. Care & Supervision : Facility has sufficient staff, 110 staff on site at the time of this visit, and 81 residents. Records Review: The LPA reviewed resident and staff files, conducted staff and resident interviews. Previous Community Care Licensing forms were reviewed. There were no Title 22, Division 6 Regulation violations observed or cited during today’s visit. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was reviewed given to the Director of Resident Care, Ada Navarrete.