Complaint·April 22, 2026

Based on document review and interviews, R1 was hospitalized on 12/16/25 for respiratory distress. S1 and S3 proceeded to change R1's beddings and prepare the room for R1s return after hospitalization. During this time a bag fell and items believed to be drug paraphernalia (glass pipe, bag with white powder) fell out of the bag. S1 contacted the reporting party (RP) and then called law enforcement and confirmed a brief computer aided dispatch (CAD) response, but no report was taken; staff were instructed on the disposal procedures. Based on records review R1 had a long history of substance use, including methamphetamine, cocaine, and marijuana. Records from 12/04–12/06/25 confirm R1 self reported use of methamphetamine and cocaine the night prior to hospitalization. Records from 12/16/25–12/19/25 do not identify illicit drug use within the facility. S1 to S3 stated that the facility had no policy for searching client’s room and belongings. No policy requiring confiscation of illegal drugs and stated they tell residents to use substances off property if visually observed. No staff had visually seen R1 use methamphetamine or cocaine on-site. Staff stated that they observed or suspected marijuana use by residents, including R1, occurring primarily on the backyard patio. R2, R3 and R4 stated that marijuana odor was common, that R1 smoked marijuana frequently, and that staff generally did not intervene. However, R2, R3 and R4 did not observe methamphetamine or cocaine use. R2 reported smoking marijuana with R1 when offered. R3 reported that when R1’s friend would visit and they would smoke marijuana on the patio. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation(s) did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. No deficiencies were cited based on California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22. An exit interview was conducted with current administrator Philipp Perez and a copy of the report was provided.