F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited
to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure the physical environment was
maintained in a safe and well-kept condition by not addressing a ceiling leak during rainy weather.These
deficient practices placed 4 out of 8 sampled residents (Resident 1, 2, 5, and 6) and eleven residents who
used the physical therapy room at risk for exposure to safety hazards and potential health risks related to
unresolved ceiling leaks.Findings:On 1/6/26 at 1:19 P.M., an interview was conducted with the Maintenance
Director (MNTD). The MNTD stated roofing contractors visited the facility on Friday (1/2/26) due to the
heavy rain which had occurred on 12/26/25. The MNTD stated the roofing contractors did a walk-through
but not all areas and rooms at the facility had been checked.On 1/6/26 at 1:21 P.M., an interview was
conducted with the Roof Contractor (RC). The RC stated they found some fissures (also known as cracks
that are openings in your roof or ceiling from age/weather, water damage, or structural shift) on the
membrane (a continuous, watertight layer installed on flat or low-slope roofs to create a waterproof barrier,
preventing leaks and protecting the building's structure) of the facility roof as well as roof penetrations (any
hole that is made through the roof). The RC stated they did not do a thorough walk-through and only
inspected two rooms (room [ROOM NUMBER] and room [ROOM NUMBER]) of the building. RC stated that
the roof fissures could lead to leaks.On 1/6/25 at 1:30 P.M., a joint observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]
and interviews with Resident 1 and Resident 2 was conducted with the MNTD: Resident 1 was observed
sitting on his bed watching TV and stated, I noticed leaks on my blankets.Resident 2 was observed lying in
bed covered in blankets and stated There was some leaking happening overnight, it was really coming
down hard from the last rain (1/5/26) we had. They (staff) placed a bucket on the ground. Resident 2 stated
he did inform the staff about the water leak coming through the ceiling and stated staff had brought in
buckets to catch the rain and stated it was an unpleasant sight. Resident 2 pointed to the area in the ceiling
on the right side of room by the curtain dividers which showed a rippling droop (half-golf ball sized) in the
ceiling. The MNTD was then observed testing the ceiling strength of room [ROOM NUMBER] with the end
of a broomstick toward the rippling ceiling droop that Resident 2 had identified. The area surrounding the
ceiling droop (fist sized) appeared soggy and soft which was easily penetrated by the broomstick end and
white debris crumbled off and made a hole the same size as the broomstick end (approximately 1-1.5
inches). The MNTD stated that the droop in the ceiling in room [ROOM NUMBER] indicated rain damage
that could result in ceiling collapse on residents and potential health problems from mold. A record review
of Resident 1's admission Record indicated Resident 1 was re-admitted to the facility on [DATE] with
diagnoses which included history of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD-a chronic lung
disease causing difficulty in breathing). A record review of Resident 2's admission Record indicated
Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included history of COPD. On
1/6/26 at 2:11 P.M., a
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Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other
safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the
date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER
REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
TITLE
(X6) DATE
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
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Event ID:
555871
Printed: 05/15/2026
Form Approved OMB
No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555871
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/07/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Somerset Subacute and Care
151 Claydelle Ave
El Cajon, CA 92020
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
joint observation of room [ROOM NUMBER] and interviews with Resident 5 and Resident 6 was conducted
with the MNTD: Resident 6 stated there was a leak dripping down from the ceiling at the end of his
roommates (Resident 5) foot of the bed by the curtain dividers on the left end of the bed. Resident 6 stated
he was concerned for his roommate and was uncomfortable seeing the rain coming down through the
ceiling and this could be unsafe if the ceiling collapsed and or we (Resident 5 and Resident 6) could get
sick. Resident 6 stated staff had put a bucket under the ceiling leak and staff had stated, they should fix it.
Resident 6 stated it was leaking from the heavy rain that happened a few weeks ago.The MNTD was then
observed testing the ceiling strength in room [ROOM NUMBER] in the same area where Resident 6 had
identified a water leak. The area had a brownish linear discoloration (17.5 inches) with a ripple like drooping
ceiling. When MNTD poked the ceiling with the tip of the broomstick a part of the ceiling appeared soggy
and soft (approximately 7 inches round).A record review of Resident 5's admission Record indicated
Resident 5 was re-admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included a history of Chronic
Respiratory Failure with Hypoxia (a decrease in oxygen).A record review of Resident 6's admission Record
indicated Resident 6 was re-admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included a history of
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD-a chronic lung disease causing difficulty in breathing).On
1/6/26 at 2:24 P.M., the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 1 was interviewed. CNA 1 stated the facility had
water leaks in residents' rooms that included room [ROOM NUMBER] (Resident 5 and Resident 6's room)
and there were also water leaks in the Physical Therapy (PT) room. CNA 1 stated they (staff) had buckets
or trashcans to catch the water that leaked from the ceilings during the rain that happened within the last
1-2 weeks ago. CNA 1 stated staff had told MNTD about it.On 1/7/26 at 3:08 P.M., a joint observation (of
the PT room) and interview with the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), and Speech Therapist (ST) was
conducted with the MNTD. The PTA and ST stated there were water leaks in the physical therapy room
which came from the air vent by the charting area and the air filter vent had a black linear line on the
bottom right corner. On 1/6/26 at 3:16 P.M., an interview was conducted with MNDT. The MNDT stated the
facility had received past complaints from the residents about the water leaks starting around 12/1/25. The
MNTD stated he thought he was being proactive but had not contacted the roof contractors until after the
rainy days had occurred, within the last 1-2 weeks. The MNTD stated if the roof continued to not be fixed
this could cause safety risks and mold concerns. The MNTD stated the roof can cave in and collapse.On
1/6/26 at 4:51 P.M., an interview was conducted with Licensed Nurse (LN) 1. LN 1 stated there were leaks
in rooms 21, 23, 6 or 8 and the Physical therapy room. LN 1 stated the leaks started within 2 weeks of the
rainy days. LN 1 stated if the leaks were not fixed it was possible that the ceiling could collapse and hurt
residents. LN 1 stated there could be health risks with mold build up and this was not a homelike
environment. LN 1 stated we defiantly need to get the roof fixed.A record review of a list of residents who
received rehabilitation services was conducted. The Rehab therapy list dated from 12/14/25 to 1/5/26 listed
eleven Residents who received rehabilitation services and utilized the physical therapy room. On 1/7/26 at
3:15 P.M., an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON stated, enough is enough we need to fix the
roof. The DON stated if left unresolved (leaky ceiling) could lead to safety (falling debris from ceiling and
accidents) risks and health concerns with mold that affects all residents. A review of the facility's policy and
procedure titled, Physical Environment (undated), indicated .Equipment and environmental conditions
needing repair will be logged and acted upon at a reasonable timeframe, as appropriate
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