Routine inspection·October 13, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Daniel Pena conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. LPA was welcomed by, identified himself to, and discussed the purpose of the visit with Caregiver, Christian Atuel. Administrator, Echevarria Petronila, later joined LPA. According to the facility’s license, the facility serves clients age 60 and above; ambulatory only. LPA Pena, toured the interior and exterior of the facility, and inspected each room. The facility was organized, kempt, in good repair and contained no offensive odors. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens 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. There was at least two days of perishable food, and at least seven days non-perishable food present, all safely stored. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. There were no toxic chemicals/poisons accessible to clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. No pools or bodies of water on the premises. Per Caregiver, no firearms or ammunition [CONTINUED FROM LIC 809] are kept at the facility. Carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all working. Fire extinguisher(s) were present. First aid kit(s) were complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA interviewed staff and reviewed multiple staff and client records/files. LPA interviews did not raise any licensing concerns. The files which LPA reviewed contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. Deficiencies were cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22 (refer to the attached LIC809-D pages). A Plan of Correction was jointly developed with administrator. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator, Echevarria to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided during the visit.