Routine inspection·February 9, 2026

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jose De La Cruz made an unannounced visit to conduct a Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by, identified himself to, and discussed the purpose of the visit with Licensee Cherryl Castro. The facility's license shows a maximum capacity of six (6) elderly clients, 60 and above, all of whom might be non-ambulatory. An approved hospice waiver for one (1) resident. LPA arrived at 12:50 pm, facility looks clean and in good repair. LPA requested staff and residents files. LPA and Licensee toured the facility, the interior and exterior and inspected four residents’ rooms, and two bathrooms. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings and were personalized by the clients. Doors, windows, screens, toilet, and shower were in working order. Extra linen and hygiene supplies were present, as well as Personal Protective Equipment. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. The facility contained at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days of non-perishable food, all safely stored. Cooking, dining equipment, and utensils were present. Toxic chemicals were found and accessible to clients and two scissors were found on an unlocked drawer in the kitchen. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. No bodies of water or fireplaces on the premises. [CONTINUED ON LIC9099-C] [CONTINUED FROM LIC9099] Per Licensee, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all in working order. Fire extinguishers were serviced within the last 12 months. First aid kits were complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA interviewed clients, and reviewed facility records. The files reviewed by LPA contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. Two deficiencies were cited by the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 (refer to the LIC809-D page). No Civil Penalty was assessed. Plan of Correction was jointly developed with the Licensee. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Cherryl Castro, to whom a copy of this report, the LIC 809-D pages, and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided during today’s visit.