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GABLES OF OJAI, THELicense 5658005511 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Esther Cortez conducted an unannounced Case Management -Deficiencies visit in conjunction with an initial complaint visit (Complaint Control#29-AS-20231002090407). The purpose of the visit is to issue citations for deficiency observed during the complaint investigation which is not related to the complaint. The LPA arrived at the facility at 09:20AM and was greeted by Marketing Director Christine Fenn and discussed the reason for the visit. Administrator Matteo Digrigoli arrived later during the visit. At 9:40 a.m. during today's visit the LPA toured the facility with Marketing Director Christine. At 10:58 a.m the LPA observed one (1) full bottle of Dona Sol Merlot, and one (1) full bottle of Barefoot Merlot in an unlocked cabinet inside the dining room of the memory care unit accessible to the residents in care. At 11:01 a.m. the LPA observed a tool box with the following variety of tools: hammer, pliers, screw drivers and other tools inside an unlocked cabinet in the dining room of the memory care unit. At 11:58 a.m. the LPA observed a Clorox spray bottle, a pet stain and odor eliminator spray and disinfectant wipes in the living kitchenette area of room #34 accessible to residents in care. Pursuant to Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations Division 6, Chapter 8, the following deficiencies were cited (refer to LIC 809-D). Exit interview conducted, today's reports and appeal rights were provided.

Citations

3 citations 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.

  • 87705(f)(1)Type A

    87705 Care of Persons with Dementia(f)(1) The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia: Knives, matches, firearms, tools and other items that could constitute a danger to the resident(s).This requirement is not met as evidenced by Based on LPA's observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as cleaning supplies, bottles of merlot,hammer and other tools were observed accessible to residents which posed an immediate safety risk to persons in care.

  • 87555(b)(27)Type A

    87555(b)(27) General Food Service Requirements. All kitchen areas shall be kept clean and free of litter, rodents, vermin and insects.This requirement is not met as evidenced by Based on interviews and observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, as there were rodent droppings observed in the kitchen and staff admitted that the facility has an issue with rodents in the kitchen, which poses and immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

  • 87555(b)(8)Type B

    87555 General Food Service Requirements (b) The following food service requirements shall apply: (8) All food shall be of good quality...Food in damaged containers shall not be accepted, used or retained. Based on observation, numerous food items were observed in the kitchen refrigerator and freezer to be stored with no start label, meats were observed exposed to freezer burn and food not stored properly which poses a potential health risk to residents in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the October 9, 2023 inspection of GABLES OF OJAI, THE?

This was a other inspection of GABLES OF OJAI, THE on October 9, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to GABLES OF OJAI, THE on October 9, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "87705 Care of Persons with Dementia(f)(1) The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia: Knives..."

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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