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Inspection visit

Complaint

Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Page 2 of 3 on 12/04/24 12 Residents (R1-R12) were interviewed. 12 out of 12 residents stated the staff has never treated them disrespectfully or rudely, residents have always been treated with dignity. 12 out of 12 residents stated they have never had transportation issues and that the van is always available for use when needed and that the front desk can make other transportation arrangements, when necessary and when the driver is unavailable or on vacation. 12 out of 12 residents stated, they have not missed any appointments due to no transportation. 12 out of 12 residents stated they have never had issues with food being cold, poor tasting and of low quality. During the visit LPA Fortes observed food being served and steam coming from the food when uncovered. During the investigation 6 Staff (S1-S6) were interviewed, including the Executive Director (ED). 6 out of 6 staff stated that the facility has never been in disrepair and if the residents have an issue the facility takes care of it the issue the same day. 6 out of 6 staff stated that the facility does not serve cold food and has quality control procedures to check the food 2 times prior to serving. S4 stated that if the residents want the food warmed, they will always warm it up for them. 5 out of 6 staff stated that they have never seen the staff be rude or disrespectful to the residents in care. 6 out of 6 staff stated the facility has never seen an issue with transportation and that the residence just needs to notify the front desk if they require transportation services outside the scope of the facility transportation services provided. 6 out of 6 staff interviewed stated that if the residents ask for anything the facility will always try to accommodate the residents’ needs in a timely manner, if the issue is related to a clogged sink or plugged up toilet the issue is normally resolved the same day. Page 3 of 3 ADM provided documentation of transportation services acquired during the driver’s absence from the facility. ADM also provided documentation showing when a resident’s sink was clogged and plumber fixed the issue in a timely manner. ADM stated that the clogged toilet is an immediate concern due to it being a health and safety issue. ADM stated that the facility staff needs to notify the facility administration 1 month prior to taking vacation or time off and it must be approved prior to employee taking the time off. ADM stated there was a Sunday that the facility was without a driver due to the driver calling in sick and resident’s appointments were changed. ADM stated the facility Maintenance Director had resigned and the Assistant Maintenance Director stepped in to cover while a new Maintenance Director was replaced. ADM stated that if the residents’ room is in disrepair the resident is offered an interim room while their room is repaired. On 07/11/25 General Manager (GM) Ida Gemignani was interviewed and stated all toilets are at the same height and width they are standard, Resident have the option to purchase a Riser For Seniors the facility does not provide these for health and safety reasons. Based on investigation, records reviewed, and interviews conducted, the Department found that the above allegations are UNSUBSTANTIATED. An unsubstantiated finding indicates that although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the allegations did or did not occur. No citations noted at today’s compliant investigation visit. Exit interview conducted with Ida Gemignani-Stearns, General Manager. This report was provided to review and for signature. A copy of this report was provided. End of Report

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the July 11, 2025 inspection of MERRILL GARDENS AT WILLOW GLEN?

This was a complaint inspection of MERRILL GARDENS AT WILLOW GLEN on July 11, 2025. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to MERRILL GARDENS AT WILLOW GLEN on July 11, 2025?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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