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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

CASA DE CASTRO IIILicense 3746048391 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jose De La Cruz made an unannounced visit to conduct a Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by, identified himself to, and discussed the purpose of the visit with Caretaker (S1). LPA arrived at 8:30 AM, and requested staff and residents records. At 10:35 AM, LPA and S1 toured the facility’s interior and exterior, and inspected each residents’ rooms, one staff room, as well as two bathrooms and garage. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings and were personalized by the clients. Doors, windows, screens, toilet, and shower were in working order. Extra linen 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 of non-perishable food, all safely stored. Cooking, dining equipment, and utensils were present. Toxic chemicals, poisons were locked in a cabinet, however, the same cabinet has a different unlocked door which makes it accessible to clients. A drawer containing two small 8 inches knives was found. LPA measured the water temperature in two bathrooms and the kitchen sink in Fahrenheit degrees: B1 105, B2, 108.3 kitchen 108. {CONTINUED ON LIC809-C] [CONTINUED FROM LIC809} Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas. No bodies of water on the premises, one fireplace was on the premises with a door that made it inaccessible to clients. Per S1, 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 kits were complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA interviewed a client, and reviewed facility records. The files reviewed by LPA were complete. Confidential records were stored in locked areas. One deficiency weas cited per California Code of Regulations. No civil penalties were assessed. An exit interview was conducted with Caretaker, to whom a copy of this report, and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) were provided during today’s visit.

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.

  • 87309(a)Type B

    Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one out ofone unlocked gabinets which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk tofour out of four persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the February 19, 2026 inspection of CASA DE CASTRO III?

This was an inspection of CASA DE CASTRO III on February 19, 2026. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CASA DE CASTRO III on February 19, 2026?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one out ofone unlocked gabinets which ..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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