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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

GRACE GARDEN RCFELicense 4352025431 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marcela Yanez conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year visit and met with Patti Fesseha, Administrator (ADM). LPA announced the purpose of the visit. LPA observed 2 staff and 5 residents. During visit, LPA toured the facility inside and out. LPA toured the garage which is converted to a kitchen with stove and cooking area and pantry. LPA observed the separate kitchen area and observed locked cabinets for medications, sharp objects, and cleaning supplies. LPA observed perishable food supply of at least two days and a non-perishable food supply of at least seven days. Refrigerator temperature displayed on refrigerator 37 degrees f and freezer at 0 degrees f. LPA toured 5 resident bedrooms. Each bedroom had available bedding and clothing storage areas as well as functioning lights. LPA toured two out of two resident bathrooms. Each bathroom had available soap and paper towels and functioning lights. The water temperatures in the bathroom sinks measured with thermometer at 115.1-115.5 degrees F. LPA observed 1 staff bedroom. During visit LPA observed Staff S1 was not associated or fingerprint cleared and living at the facility. ADM stated S1 started on 12/18/25. ADM stated fingerprint live scan was just done on 12/18/25. ADM verified new staff has been providing care to residents since 12/18/25. Page 1 of 2 Page 2 of 2 During tour ADM tested the smoke detector and found smoke detector to function properly. LPA toured the outside area and found the exits to be clear of obstructions. LPA observed fire extinguisher was last serviced on 02/19/25. LPA reviewed Fire and Earthquake log. The last disaster drill was conducted on 10/01/25. LPA reviewed resident records for 3 out of 5 residents and centrally stored medication. LPA reviewed 2 staff records. A deficiency is being cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22. See LIC809-D. A civil penalty is being assessed for the amount of $500 ($100 x 5 days) = $500 for S1 working in the facility without a fingerprint clearance. See LIC421BG. This report was reviewed with ADM and a copy of this report and appeal rights 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.

  • Obtain required California clearance or exemption

    Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above iby having S1 move into facility and provide care to residents did not obtain a criminal record clearance prior to moving into facility 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 December 22, 2025 inspection of GRACE GARDEN RCFE?

This was an inspection of GRACE GARDEN RCFE on December 22, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to GRACE GARDEN RCFE on December 22, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above iby having S1 m..."

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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