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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

EMERALD RESIDENTIAL CARE HOMELicense 41560082311 citations on this visit
11 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

LPA Audrey Jeung toured facility and grounds, consisting of 6 private client bedrooms--2 of which have exit doors to outside, and 3 of which have private full bathrooms. There is a common bathroom, living room, dining room, and kitchen. Backyard is level and fenced, and there is a detached storage shed. There are 3 staff and 4 clients present. A comfortable temperature is maintained, and lighting is sufficient for comfort and safety. Toilet and bathing facilities are equipped with grab bars and nonskid flooring material. Hot water temperature is tested at 115 degrees in common bathroom. Washer and dryer are located in detached 2-car garage. Food supply and first-aid kit are inspected. All client files are reviewed, including Centrally Stored Medications Records and clients' cash handling records. Criminal record clearances or exemptions for facility staff or other individuals who have client contact have been reviewed, as well as other staff records. Isabelle Gil is a certified RCFE administrator (x 6/26) that oversees facility operations, as well as assistant administrators Michelle Carino-Becerra (x 5/26) and Kristine Tan (x 12/27) The following forms/information are requested to be completed and returned to CCL by 3/11/26: • LIC 400 Affidavit regarding Client Cash Resources • LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility Updated Personnel Report (LIC500), proof of current liability insurance and surety bonding are given to LPA. Deficiencies of the RCFE California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8 are observed and cited on following pages. See also Technical Advisory Notes--3 pages.

Citations

11 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.

  • 1569.69(b)Type B

    Based on staff record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 3 medications staff files reviewed, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.- Medications staff #6, #7, #8 have not had annual medication training. Last training was in 2024.

  • 1569.319(a)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, as there is no internet capable device for client use only, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1569.625(b)(1)Type B

    Based on staff record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 5 records reviewed, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.- There is no evidence of required training for staff #2 and #5, who started working in August 2025.

  • 1569.625(b)(2)Type B

    Based on staff record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 5 staff files reviewed, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.- There is no evidence that Staff #3 has received annual training, including 8 hours of dementia training and 4 hours of training restricted health conditions, postural supports and hospice care.

  • 87303(a)Type B

    Maintain facility in clean, safe, sanitary condition

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, as wooden hand rail outside of kitchen exit to driveway is broken, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87309(a)Type A

    Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, as Ajax cleanser is stored in common bathroom, Comet cleanser stored in bathroom of client #1, and Comet cleanser and liquid Fabuloso stored in bathroom of client #4, accessible to clients, who are present. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • Request transfer of criminal record exemption

    Based on staff record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 5 staff files reviewed, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.- Criminal record clearance for Staff #3 is not associated to this facility, and needs to be transferred.

  • 87411(f)Type B

    Health screening and fitness requirements

    Based on staff record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 5 staff files reviewed, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.- Health screenings are not maintained for staff #2, #3, #5, and TB test result is needed for staff #3, who was employed in 2020.

  • 87458(a)Type B

    Obtain baseline medical assessment before resident admission

    Based on client records review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 5 client files reviewed, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.Medical assessments for clients #3 and #5 are not signed and identified by a physician.

  • Store centrally held medications in locked secure place

    Based on observation during facility tour, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, as Albuterol and Claritin are stored in dresser in room of client #1, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • Right to personal privacy in daily care

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, as 2 staff are observed preparing to eat lunch in bedroom of client #2, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the February 25, 2026 inspection of EMERALD RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME?

This was an inspection of EMERALD RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME on February 25, 2026. 11 citations were issued: 4 Type A (serious) and 7 Type B.

Were any citations issued to EMERALD RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME on February 25, 2026?

Yes, 11 citations were issued (4 Type A, 7 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on staff record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 3 medications staff ..."

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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