Routine inspection·October 28, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hannah Rodgers, LPA Juliana Barfield, and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Lizzette Tellez conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection.The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit.  LPAs and LPM were welcomed by and discussed the purpose of the visit to Caregiver Maria Barragan. Administrator Curmak arrived during the visit. The facility's license shows a maximum capacity of 6 non-ambulatory residents. During today’s inspection there were 6 residents in care. LPAs and LPM accompanied by Barragan toured the interior and exterior of the facility, and inspected each room. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Resident bedrooms contained the required furnishings.  Doors, windows, screens, 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 resident activities. The facility contained at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food, all safely stored.  Cooking, dining equipment, and utensils were present.  No toxic chemicals or poisons were accessible to residents.  Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. No pools or bodies of water exist on the premises. Per Barragan, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility.  Carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all in working order. Fire extinguisher was serviced within the last 12 months.  First aid kit(s) were complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPAs interviewed staff and residents, and reviewed facility records. During review of resident records LPAs observed that Resident #1 (R1), a resident with a major neurocognitive disorder, did not have an updated medical assessment and reappraisal. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. A deficiency was cited in accordance with CCR Title 22. An exit interview was conducted with Barragan to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided.