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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

SUNRISE OF SAN MATEOLicense 4156002551 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

LPA Audrey Jeung toured facility, which consists of 4 floors; assisted living residents reside on the first, second and third floors. Memory care residents reside on the fourth floor in 17 rooms, which is a secured unit with egress alert access and a designated dining room. All units have wet bars with small refrigerators.. Emergency signal system is tested and consists of pull cords in bathrooms and living areas, which sends an audible alert to staff on their cell phones. Operable carbon monoxide detectors are installed throughout hallways and in some apartments. There are no accessible bodies of water or fire safety hazards observed. Emergency drills are conducted monthly and documented. Medications are stored in locked medication carts on each floor. A comfortable temperature is maintained, passageways are clear, and lighting is sufficient for comfort and safety. Toilet and bathing facilities are equipped with grab bars and nonskid flooring material and hygiene supplies are maintained. Hot water temperature tested at 120 degrees in room #204. Fresh and non-perishable food supplies are maintained. Quarterly food and dietary audits are conducted and documented; copy of last audit by registered dietician dated 1/22/26 is provided. First-aid kit is inspected. Criminal record clearances or exemptions for facility staff or other individuals who have client contact have been reviewed, as well as staff records. Transcripts of staff training are provided today for review. Random client files are reviewed and some medication records. Executive director Abbie Apolinario is a certified RCFE administrator (x10/26) that oversees facility operations. The following information is requested to be submitted to CCL by 3/17/26: • Proof of current liability insurance Deficiency of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 is cited on following page.

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.

  • 87465(h)(1)(B)Type A

    INCIDENTAL MEDICAL CAREMedications shall be centrally stored under the following circumstances...Any medication is determined by the physician to be hazardous if kept in the personal possession of the person for whom it was prescribed.This requirement is not met, as Advil and acetaminophen are stored in room #204, and client is unable to self store/admin meds, per MD. Licensee failed to ensure that meds are centrally stored for client who cannot store/ admin meds, which poses an immediate health or safety risk to clients in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the March 10, 2026 inspection of SUNRISE OF SAN MATEO?

This was an inspection of SUNRISE OF SAN MATEO on March 10, 2026. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to SUNRISE OF SAN MATEO on March 10, 2026?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "INCIDENTAL MEDICAL CAREMedications shall be centrally stored under the following circumstances...Any medication is deter..."

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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