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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

GARDENS AT ESCONDIDOLicense 3746045451 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nacole Patterson conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by and discussed the purpose of the visit to Executive Director Angela Scott-Kapiloff. The facility's license shows a maximum capacity of 101 non-ambulatory residents, ages 60 and above, 10 of whom may be bedridden. The facility has an approved Hospice Waiver for 18 residents. During today’s inspection there were 75 residents in care. LPA and Resident Services Director Mayra Macedo toured the interior and exterior of the facility and inspected a sample of rooms. 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. 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 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 clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. No pools or bodies of water exist on the premises. Per Executive Director Angela Scott-Kapiloff, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all in working order. Fire extinguisher(s) were 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. LPA interviewed staff and clients, and reviewed facility records. The files reviewed by LPA contained required documents. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. Deficiencies were cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22 (refer to the attached LIC 9099-D).  A Plan of Correction was jointly developed with the licensee.  An exit interview was conducted with Executive Director Angela Scott-Kapiloff, to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided.

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.

  • 87555(b)(8)Type B

    Based on observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 10 out of 10 food containers which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the January 15, 2025 inspection of GARDENS AT ESCONDIDO?

This was a inspection inspection of GARDENS AT ESCONDIDO on January 15, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to GARDENS AT ESCONDIDO on January 15, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 10 out of 10 food containers which po..."

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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