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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

LANTERN CRESTLicense 374603253
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angelica Boyles conducted an unannounced, required Annual Inspection. The facility file and personnel report was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by, identified themselves to, and discussed the purpose of the visit with Executive Director Liz Najera. The facility is Licensed to serve 180 residents ages 60 and above; 90 of whom may be non-ambulatory, approved for 20 bedridden residents; delayed egress approved for the first two floors. The facility also has a Hospice waiver for 20 residents. LPA accompanied by the Executive Director toured the interior and exterior of the facility and inspected a sample of occupied and unoccupied resident rooms. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Resident bedrooms visited contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and resident activities. LPA toured the kitchens and respective dining areas. 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. (Continued on LIC 809-C) (Continued from LIC 809) No toxic chemicals or poisons were accessible to residents. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. Per Executive Director, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all in working order. Fire extinguishers were serviced within the last 12 months. First aid kit was complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA interviewed staff and residents, and interviews did not reveal any licensing or regulatory concerns. LPA reviewed facility records. The files reviewed by LPA contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. An exit interview was conducted with Executive Director Liz Najera, to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) were provided. Their signature below confirms receipt of these documents.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the April 13, 2026 inspection of LANTERN CREST?

This was a inspection inspection of LANTERN CREST on April 13, 2026. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to LANTERN CREST on April 13, 2026?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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