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Inspection visit

Non-compliance follow-up

VARENITA OF SIMI VALLEYLicense 5676100072 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Martha Arroyo conducted an unannounced case management – legal/non-compliance visit. The purpose of today’s visit is to ensure the facility is maintaining substantial compliance. Upon arrival, the LPA met with Executive Director (ED), Margie Veis and the reason for the visit was explained. The LPA focused today’s visit on ensuring the Medications and Centrally Stored Medications and Destruction Records (CSMDR) are in order and in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. During today’s visit, the LPA conducted a medications review in assisted living starting at 09:50 a.m. and memory care starting at 10:40 a.m. A total of five (5) randomly selected residents’ medications and CSMDR were reviewed, and the following was noted: During the medication review, it was revealed that 3 out of 5 residents have routine medications that were started but are not documented on the CSMDR. Additionally, 2 out of 5 residents have medications missing start dates on both the CSMDR and the corresponding start date sticker on medication, preventing the LPA from verifying whether the medications are being administered as prescribed. The review also revealed that Resident #1 (R1) is prescribed bedtime medications—Melatonin 3 mg tablet, one tablet at bedtime as needed, and Carbamazepine 200 mg, half a tablet twice daily—both with a documented start date of 07/05/2025. However, each medication is missing one dosage, and there are no documented notes indicating that staff have observed the missing doses. Pursuant to Title 22, California Code of Regulations (CCR), the following deficiencies are cited (refer to LIC809-D). Exit interview conducted. A copy of report and appeal rights were provided.

Citations

2 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.

  • Assist residents with self-administered medication

    (4) The licensee shall assist residents with self-administered medications as needed.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on medication review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as R1's medications Melatonin 3mg and Carbamazepine 200 mg eachmissing one extra dose, which poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

  • 87465(h)(6)(AType B

    The licensee shall be responsible for assuring that a record of centrally stored prescription medications for each resident is maintained for at least one year and includes: name of resident, physician, drug name, strength, quantity, date filled, prescription number and the name of the issuing pharmacy. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on medication review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as meds for 3 out of 5 residents were not documented on the CSMDR and meds for 2 out of 5 residents were missing start dates, which poses a potential health and safety risk to residents in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the July 24, 2025 inspection of VARENITA OF SIMI VALLEY?

This was an other inspection of VARENITA OF SIMI VALLEY on July 24, 2025. 2 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to VARENITA OF SIMI VALLEY on July 24, 2025?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (1 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "(4) The licensee shall assist residents with self-administered medications as needed.This requirement is not met as evid..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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