Follow-up on corrections·June 21, 2024

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Esther Cortez conducted an unannounced Case Management -Deficiencies visit in conjunction with a subsequent complaint visit (Complaint Control #29-AS-20240318082439). The purpose of the visit is to issue citations for deficiency observed during the complaint investigation which is not related to the complaint. LPA met with administrator Maria Lourdes Ricafort and the reason for the visit was explained. Upon arrival, on 03/19/2024 it was revealed that the administrator's family member, individual #1 (I1) was living at the facility, due to medical reasons. However, it was unclear during that visit if I1 was a resident of the facility. On 05/21/2024, it was revealed that I1 was not a resident of the facility, however they were still living at the facility. On 05/21/2024 per record review, conducted by the LPA on the Guardian Background Check System website and Licensing Information System, the LPA did not observe I1 to have a fingerprint clearance and be associated to the facility. Interviews with the Administrator revealed that I1 obtained a fingerprint clearance and was associated to the facility after the LPA's visit on 05/21/2024. Pursuant to Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations Division 6, Chapter 8, the following deficiency was cited (refer to LIC 809-D). Civil Penalty assessed in the amount of $500. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in additional civil penalties. Exit interview conducted, today's reports and appeal rights were provided to the Administrator.