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MERRILL GARDENS AT WILLOW GLENLicense 4352028071 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

LPA interviewed staff members. S1 mentioned that the insulin pen was given to him/her by S2 so that it will be endorsed to S3. S2 stated that during a shift, does not remember exactly when, the insulin pen was not in the med room but remembers that there was still enough shots in the pen. S2 asked S3 where the pen is and S2 mentioned that it might have fallen from his/her pocket. S2 found the insulin pen in R2s room when he/she was giving eye drops to the resident. Based on interviews, the above allegation is determined to be SUBSTANTIATED. Deficiencies of the California Code of Regulations, Title, 22 cited on the LIC9099-D. Failure to correct the deficiency may result in civil penalties. Report is reviewed and copy of report and appeals rights are provided. page 2 of 2

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.

  • 87465(h)(2)Type A

    Store centrally held medications in locked secure place

    87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care (h) The following requirements shall apply to medications which are centrally stored: (2) Centrally stored medicines shall be kept in a safe and locked place that is not accessible to persons other than employees responsible for the supervision of the centrally stored medication. This was not met as evidenced by:Based on interviews, S2 mentioned an insulin pen, medication for R1 was found in R2s room, which poses an immediate Health, Safety, or Personal Rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the August 6, 2025 inspection of MERRILL GARDENS AT WILLOW GLEN?

This was a complaint inspection of MERRILL GARDENS AT WILLOW GLEN on August 6, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to MERRILL GARDENS AT WILLOW GLEN on August 6, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care (h) The following requirements shall apply to medications which are centrally s..."

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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