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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

AVANTGARDE SENIOR LIVING OF LA JOLLALicense 3746042611 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arian Golbakhsh 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 to Office Manager Carolina Diaz. Administrator Susan Caccam arrived later in the visit. The facility is approved for a capacity of forty-five (45) non-ambulatory residents, all of which may be bedridden. The facility also has a hospice waiver for twenty (20). During today’s inspection there were thirty (30) residents in care. LPA and Administrator Caccam toured the interior and exterior of the facility and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Hot water temperature at taps accessible to clients were compliant: Bathroom sink was in one client bedroom was 107F. 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. The facility contained at least two (2) days of perishable food, and at least seven (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 clients.  Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. No pools or bodies of water exist on the premises. Per Administrator Caccam, 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 kit was complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA interviewed one (1) staff and (2) clients, and interviews did not reveal any licensing or regulatory concerns. LPA reviewed facility records. The files reviewed by LPA contained required documents, aside from two (2) staff files missing required health screenings and Tuberculosis testing. A deficiency was cited per California Code of Regulations 87411(f). Confidential records were stored in locked areas. A deficiency was cited during the inspection. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Caccam 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

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 87411(f)Type B

    Based on file review and interview the licensee did not comply in obtaining completed health screenings and Tuberculosis testing staff members, which poses a potential health and safety risk to30 out of 30 persons in care.

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What happened during the April 29, 2025 inspection of AVANTGARDE SENIOR LIVING OF LA JOLLA?

This was a inspection inspection of AVANTGARDE SENIOR LIVING OF LA JOLLA on April 29, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to AVANTGARDE SENIOR LIVING OF LA JOLLA on April 29, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on file review and interview the licensee did not comply in obtaining completed health screenings and Tuberculosis..."

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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