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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

APPLETON HOMESLicense 5676100221 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit at 12:50 p.m. The LPA met with Licensee/Administrator Myline Olivas and explained the reason for the visit. At approximately 1:15pm, LPA and administrator toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and the facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. The carbon monoxide and smoke alarms were tested and all functioned properly. The fire extinguisher appeared fully charged and was last serviced 08/10/2023. KITCHEN: Knives are stored in a locked drawer and chemicals are stored in a locked cabinet in the garage adjacent to the kitchen. Kitchen appliances appeared to be in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. ceiling/lighting needs to be replaced/repaired. BEDROOMS: The LPA observed two double-occupancy and two single-occupancy client bedrooms and one staff room. Rooms were furnished appropriately. RESTROOMS: Restrooms are clean and sanitary. Wall behind the toilet in the first bathroom observed to have water damage. COMMON SPACES: At the time of the visit, the living room and dining room furniture was observed to be in good condition. The LPA observed the required postings throughout the facility. The backyard patio is equipped with furniture for clients' use. Side gate door is not self-latching. Spring needs to be installed to ensure gate self latches closed. Client files reviewed (2pm): 4/4 client files were reviewed, no deficiencies were observed. Staff files reviewed (2:30pm): LPA reviewed files for the administrator and 2/2 staff present today, no deficiencies observed. Medications: At 3:15pm a random selection of client medications was reviewed. All appeared to be stored and administered according to doctors’ orders and applicable laws and regulations at this time. Pursuant to Title 22 CA Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies were cited (refer to LIC 809-D): Exit interview conducted, appeal rights explained. Copy of report provided.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 87303(a)Type B

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above: Both bathrooms and kitchen observed in disrepair. Bathroom wall observed damaged from either water or other; needs repair and fresh paint; Kitchen ceiling lighting observed in disrepair/out of order. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the September 15, 2023 inspection of APPLETON HOMES?

This was a inspection inspection of APPLETON HOMES on September 15, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to APPLETON HOMES on September 15, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above: Both bathrooms and kitchen observed in d..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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