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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

MERRILL GARDENS AT GILROYLicense 4352028061 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christine Dolores arrived unannounced to conduct a case management - deficiencies visit due to a violation observed during a complaint investigation. LPA met with Vice President of Operations, Kim Golden and General Manager Kippie Castronovo . During a complaint investigation for complaint control number 26-AS-20240524084602 , it was found a staff member (S1) was working in the facility without obtaining a criminal record clearance. Based on review of S1's file, S1 started at the facility of 05/17/2023 and ended employment on 05/2024. LPA reviewed the Department's Guardian Background Check System, which does not show that S1 has a criminal record clearance from the Department. A deficiency was cited during today’s visit, see LIC 809-D. A civil penalty is being assessed for the amount of $500 ($100 per day x 5 days = $500), for staff (S1) working at the facility without fingerprint clearance. See LIC421M. This report was reviewed with Vice President of Operations, Kim Golden and General Manager Kippie Castronovo and a copy of the 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.

  • 87355(e)(1)Type A

    (e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1569.17(b) shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: (1) Obtain a California clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by the Department orThis requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record review the licensee did not obtain a criminal record clearance for staff (S1) prior to S1 starting work which poses an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

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What happened during the June 12, 2024 inspection of MERRILL GARDENS AT GILROY?

This was a other inspection of MERRILL GARDENS AT GILROY on June 12, 2024. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to MERRILL GARDENS AT GILROY on June 12, 2024?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "(e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1569.17(b) shall prio..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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