Routine inspection·January 25, 2024

On January 25, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Venus Mixson arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the required annual inspection and spoke with the Administrator, Helen Ramirez via the telephone. The facility file review was conducted in the Regional Office and additional records were requested and reviewed on site. The facility is licensed for seven adults and is operating at a capacity of five adult residents currently. LPA met with Merilyn Sison, Lead Caregiver and stated the purpose of the visit. LPA Mixson toured the facility along with Lead Caregiver, Merilyn Sison and inspected the facility inside and outside. There were no obstructions to the indoor or outdoor passageways currently at the time of this visit. The facility is a single-story home, located at 1897 E. El. Norte Parkway, Escondido, CA 92027. Physical Plant: The facility phone number is (858) 610-4098 and is operable. The LPA observed the residents’ bedrooms, and bedrooms are equipped with required furniture as per Title 22. The LPA inspected 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 were posted in a common area. The cleaning supplies and sharp items were kept locked and inaccessible to the residents in care. There was a designated storage space for the resident and staff files, and it was locked. Medications : were reviewed, locked and inaccessible to residents, and exceeded the 30-day supply. 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. 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. Care & Supervision Facility has sufficient staff, one staff currently at the time of this visit and the staff was engaging the residents with morning meal. Records Review: The LPA reviewed facility records and conducted staff and resident interviews, and reviewed previous Community Care Licensing forms. 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 given to the Lead Caregiver, Merilyn Sison