Post-licensing visit·January 17, 2025

On 01/17/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Renee Campbell arrived to the facility unannounced to conduct a post-licensing inspection. LPA Campbell met with Vince Popanes and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is a single story facility licensed for 6 non-ambulatory and hospice residents over 60. There are 4 bedrooms. Of the 4 bedrooms, 2 are shared rooms and 2 are private rooms. One of the shared rooms has an en suite bathroom. Occupants of the rest of the rooms use the bathroom in the hallway. There is no body of water found on the facility. The facility sketch shows no alterations in comparison to the building during the visit. Upon Entry, LPA Campbell observed a sign in sheet in the entry. A See Something, Say Something poster and Ombudsman poster were on the wall. Certificate #6060598740 for administrator Aileen Poquiz was framed as well. It expires on 02/14/2025. The facility was odor free and free of debris. The fire extinguisher was last inspected on March 21, 2024. LPA Campbell conducted a tour of the premises that included but was not limited to the dining room, bedrooms, bathrooms, common area and backyard. The dining rooms and common areas were furnished appropriately. Bedrooms contained the appropriate items including beds, chests, closets, chairs, night stand and lamp. The thermostat was observed at 71 degrees Fahrenheit (F). Water was measured at 115 degrees F. The Pantry contained enough food to last the residents seven days. Perishable foods were observed to be enough to last residents 3 days. The outside area and the pathway to the fire exit was free of obstacles. A shaded area was observed with seating and a table. The smoke alarm was tested and found to be functioning. Knives were observed to be locked in a lower cabinet in the kitchen. Of the 6 residents, 4 of their files were reviewed and found to be complete. No staff files were found at the facility. When copies of files were requested, the administrator offered to email the records. However, they could not be provided within a reasonable amount of time and had not arrived by 2:00 pm. Based on today's inspection, per the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 6, deficiencies were observed or cited and noted on LIC 809D. Note that failure to correct any deficiencies will result in additional civil  penalties.