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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

GOLDEN AGE INC.License 4156004714 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 07/23/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Vado and Kiran Jain conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit. LPA met with caregiver Lee Collano initially, then around 0915 the administrator/licensee Alex Zitser arrived, and LPA explained the purpose of today's visit. LPAs was allowed entry into the facility. This is a split level facility approved all residents to be non-amblatory and 2 hospice residents. The physical plant was toured inside and outside of the facility to ensure the safety of the residents. LPA observed the facility kitchen which is clean and observed appliances are in good repair. Knives are stored and locked in the kitchen in a drawer adjacent to the facility stove. Medications are observed to be locked in a cabinet adjacent to the refrigerator. Perishable and non-perishable food items are observed as in place. There are additional refrigerator and freezer in the garage area which also carry additional food supplies. First aid kit i s observed as complete with required items. LPA observed that there are multiple fire extinguishers in place inspected 08/25/2019 but it is charged within the normal operating range, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors are observed in place through out the facility, facility is equipped with full fire sprinklers through out, and central heating/cooling system. Facility is also equipped with fire alarm pull station near the front door. PPE and additional food supplies are observed as in place. Laundry area is also observed as fully operational in the garage area. Emergency exit routes are observed inside and outside to be free and clear of obstructions. Last emergency/disaster drill is not documented nor conducted for at least a year which poses an immediate health and safety risk for residents in care. Water temperature was measured at 133F in a common resident bathroom in the hallway connecting to resident rooms on the upper floor. This temperature poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care. Also observed in place in common areas are video cameras for resident safety. Continued on next page... Page 2 LPAs observed rooms numerous resident rooms and all appeared clean, free of odors, and contained all the required furniture per regulatory recommendations. Resident linen supplies are observed as in place in linen closet on the upper level. Cleaning supplies are observed in the upper floor bathroom below the sink, this poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents. Facility does not handle resident monies. During today's visit LPAs reviewed three resident files and 3 staff files. Per file reviews, staff files were not current with first aid cards or CPR cards. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care. The following updated forms are requested to be submitted to CCLD by 07/30/2024 : • Copy of updated Administrator Certificates • Copy of facility's liability insurance • LIC308 Designation of responsible staff person • LIC610E Emergency Disaster Plan • LIC500 Staff Schedule • Copy of control of property or current lease Citations are issued on this day on the attached LIC809D pages. Report is reviewed with the licensee/administrator Alex Zitser and a copy is provided on this day.

Citations

4 citations 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.

  • 1569.618(c)(3)Type A

    1569.618(c)(3) Administration and management of residential care facilities; substituted qualifications; employee scheduling - (c) The facility shall employ, and the administrator shall schedule, a sufficient number of staff members to do all of the following: (3) Ensure that at least one staff member who has cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training and first aid training is on duty and on the premises at all times. This paragraph shall not be construed to require staff to provide CPR. This health and safety code has not been met by: Based on staff file review observations, LPAs discovered that no staff on duty have first aid or cpr training on file. Per interview with administrator/licensee, he was unaware that the facility had to maintain first aid/cpr any longer.

  • 1569.695(c)Type A

    §1569.695 Emergency Plans(c) A facility shall conduct a drill at least quarterly for each shift. The type of emergency covered in a drill shall vary from quarter to quarter, taking into account different emergency scenarios. An actual evacuation of residents is notrequired during a drill. While a facility may provide an opportunity for residents to participate in a drill, it shall not require any resident participation. Documentation of the drills shall include the date, the type of emergency covered by the drill, and the names of staff participating in the drill. This health and safety code has not been met as evidenced by: Based on documentation reviewed, LPA observed that there is no disaster drill log present. Per interviews with staff, a disaster drill has not been conducted in about a year. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents and staff in the facility.

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  • Provide resident hot water for personal care

    87303(e)(2) Maintenance and Operation (e)(2) Faucets used by residents for personal care such as shaving and grooming shall deliver hot water. Hot water temperature controls shall be maintained to automatically regulate the temperature of hot water used by residents to attain a temperature of not less than 105 degree F (41 degree C) and not more than 120 degree F (49 degree C). This regulation has not been met as evidenced by: Based on physical plant tour and water temperature taken in common hallway bathroom, the water temperature was measured at 133F which poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

  • 87309(a)Type A

    Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended

    87309 Storage Space - (a) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, firearms and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to clients shall be stored where inaccessible to clients. This regulation has not been met as evidenced by: Based on facilty observations, LPAs observed cleaning solutions stored below resident bathroom sinks, on both the upper level and lower level. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the July 23, 2024 inspection of GOLDEN AGE INC.?

This was an inspection of GOLDEN AGE INC. on July 23, 2024. 4 citations were issued: 4 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to GOLDEN AGE INC. on July 23, 2024?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (4 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "1569.618(c)(3) Administration and management of residential care facilities; substituted qualifications; employee sched..."

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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