Inspection Reports for
Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care

2540 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92010, United States, CA, 92010

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Citations (last 5 years)

Citations (over 5 years) 2.8 citations/year

Citations are regulatory findings recorded during state inspections.

30% better than California average
California average: 4 citations/year

Citations per year

8 6 4 2 0
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026

Occupancy

Latest occupancy rate 66% occupied

Based on a September 2025 inspection.

This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.

Occupancy rate over time

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Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Citations: 0 Date: Feb 6, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by a complaint received on 2024-01-26 alleging multiple issues including denial of food to residents, leaving residents in soiled bedding, unclean floors, hazardous items accessible to residents, improper trash disposal, and delayed call light responses.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated based on interviews with staff and residents, review of facility records, and direct observations. No evidence supported the allegations.
Findings
The investigation found all complaints against the staff to be unsubstantiated. Interviews, record reviews, and observations confirmed that residents were provided meals, floors were cleaned, hazardous items were not accessible, trash was properly disposed of, and call light response times were within acceptable limits. The facility ceased operations on or about November 26, 2025.

Report Facts
Complaint Control Number: 8

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Renita HallLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Sabel MartinezSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the complaint investigation
Sam El RabaaAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Citations: 0 Date: Jan 8, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by allegations that the licensee did not maintain a resident's room at a comfortable temperature resulting in medical issues, did not ensure the resident's air conditioning was in good repair, and did not ensure the elevator was maintained in good repair.

Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated. The investigation included unannounced visits, interviews with staff and the resident, and records review. The resident confirmed satisfaction with the facility's response and compensation. The elevator repair was timely and did not prevent resident mobility.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility addressed the air conditioning issues by providing portable units and that the resident misunderstood thermostat use. The elevator was out of service for about two weeks but was repaired promptly, with another elevator remaining operational. The resident's hospitalization was due to co-morbidities unrelated to room temperature. Overall, the allegations were unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Compensation amount: 1000 Elevator out of service duration (weeks): 2 Room temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 77.5 Complaint received date: 07/19/2024 (date complaint was received, not numeric but date)

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Sabel MartinezSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the complaint investigation
Sam El RabaaAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Citations: 0 Date: Dec 18, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by an allegation received on 2025-03-26 that staff handled a client in a rough manner.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff mishandled Resident 1 (R1). The investigation included unannounced visits, interviews, and records review. Staff and the responsible party denied the allegation, and R1 was unable to provide details due to cognitive impairment. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to corroborate the allegation of rough handling by staff. Interviews with staff, residents, and the responsible party, as well as records review, indicated that the allegation was unsubstantiated due to lack of proof.

Report Facts
Complaint Control Number: 08-AS-20250326153023 Facility Capacity: 0 Facility Census: 0

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Sabel MartinezSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation
Sam El RabaaAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Sep 30, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by multiple allegations including failure to report an elopement incident, lack of required fire and earthquake drills, untrained registry staff, neglect of personal care, staff unawareness of census for safety, and failure to update service plans for residents with changes in conditions.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated. Despite allegations of multiple issues, the Department found no preponderance of evidence to prove violations occurred. The allegations included failure to report elopement, lack of drills, untrained registry staff, neglect of care, census unawareness, and outdated service plans.
Findings
The investigation found no substantiated violations related to the allegations. Staff and records confirmed no elopement incidents, regular emergency drills, trained registry staff, adequate personal care, accurate census tracking, and updated service plans for residents with condition changes. The allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 226 Number of residents with updated service plans: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Amy DomingoLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit and interviews
Tammie SampedroExecutive DirectorFacility representative met during the investigation and exit interview
Simon JacobSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Original Licensing
Census: 149 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Sep 4, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an announced pre-licensing inspection to ensure the facility's compliance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, prior to licensing approval.

Findings
The facility was found to be clean, safe, and in good repair with no pathway obstructions. Bathrooms and showers were in working order, hazardous materials and medications were securely stored, fire safety equipment was compliant, and required postings were observed. The facility had adequate food supplies and approved fire inspection status. No deficiencies were identified during this visit.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 226 Current census: 149 Water temperature range: 105 Water temperature range: 120 Non-perishable food supply: 7 Perishable food supply: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Tammie SampedroExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and participated in exit interview
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the pre-licensing inspection visit
Sabel MartinezLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager

Inspection Report

Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Aug 7, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an office type evaluation involving a telephone interview with the administrator to verify identification and confirm understanding of community care facility licensing laws and regulations.

Findings
The report documents the administrator's participation in the COMP II interview process, confirming knowledge of licensing laws and regulations. No specific deficiencies or violations are listed in the report.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Tammie SampedroAdministratorParticipated in COMP II interview and confirmed understanding of licensing laws.
Biridiana CisnerosLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report.
Stefania FontenoLicensing Program AnalystNamed as Licensing Program Analyst on the report.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 141 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Apr 2, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced required annual inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements for the facility.

Findings
The facility was found to be clean, sanitary, and in good repair with no deficiencies cited. All required safety equipment, furnishings, and supplies were present and in working order.

Report Facts
Residents present: 141 Total capacity: 226 Hospice waiver: 25 Bedridden residents allowed: 8 Inspection start time: 1130 Inspection end time: 1610

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Justine HernandezMemory Care DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and participated in exit interview
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced required annual inspection

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 141 Capacity: 226 Citations: 2 Date: Apr 2, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by an allegation received on 2024-12-20 that staff did not ensure a resident's food was free of hazardous material.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated. The allegation was that staff did not ensure a resident's food was free of hazardous material due to metal pieces found in Resident 1's puree. The investigation included interviews, observations, and record reviews. A Plan of Correction was developed with the licensee.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that metal pieces were found in Resident 1's puree, posing a potential safety risk. The source of the metal was not conclusively identified, but precautionary measures were taken including discarding the metal fryer basket and replacing the blender blade. The resident remained at baseline with no signs of discomfort after the incident.

Citations (2)
All food shall be selected, stored, prepared and served in a safe and healthful manner.
Licensee did not ensure that a batch of puree was prepared and served in a safe and healthful manner, posing a potential safety risk to 4 of 141 clients in care.
Report Facts
Census: 141 Total Capacity: 226 Clients at potential safety risk: 4 Plan of Correction Due Date: Apr 30, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Justine HernandezMemory Care DirectorMet with during the investigation and involved in exit interview
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Jennifer LottLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 173 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Jan 7, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted in response to recent self-reported incidents regarding resident falls, elopements, and medications at the facility.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related due to self-reported incidents involving resident falls, elopements, and medication issues. No deficiencies were found, and no substantiation status was stated.
Findings
A wellness check was completed with no health or safety issues identified. No deficiencies were cited or observed during this unannounced case management visit.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit and interviews.
Sahar MosallaOperations SpecialistMet with the Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and participated in the exit interview.

Inspection Report

Census: 173 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Jan 7, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Case Management visit in response to recent self-reported incidents regarding resident falls, elopements, and medications.

Findings
No health or safety issues were identified during the wellness check, and no deficiencies were cited or observed on this date.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced Case Management visit.
Sahar MosallaOperations SpecialistMet with the Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and participated in the exit interview.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 167 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Oct 21, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted following allegations that the licensee did not prevent a resident from eloping from the facility and did not arrange psychiatric medical care for residents.

Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated. Allegations included failure to prevent resident elopement and failure to arrange psychiatric care. Investigation included record reviews and interviews, concluding the allegations were unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations occurred. Resident 1 was followed by staff during exit seeking behavior, was not left unsupervised, and was provided emergency medical care. There was no known history of exit seeking or aggressive behaviors requiring psychiatric care prior to the incident.

Report Facts
Capacity: 226 Census: 167

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sam El-RabaaExecutive DirectorMet during investigation and interviewed regarding allegations
Iby StrongLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Simon JacobSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 160 Capacity: 226 Citations: 1 Date: Jul 9, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted in response to a self-reported incident where Resident 1 eloped from the memory care unit on 2024-06-27. The purpose was to conduct a wellness check, interview staff and residents, and collect records related to the incident.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related due to a self-reported incident of Resident 1 eloping from the memory care unit. The deficiency was substantiated as the licensee did not meet the individual supervision needs of the resident.
Findings
Deficiencies were cited for failure to meet the individual supervision needs of Resident 1, posing a safety risk to one of 33 residents in care. A Plan of Correction was developed to address staffing, supervision, and training deficiencies.

Citations (1)
Failure to meet the individual supervision needs of Resident 1, posing a safety risk to 1 of 33 residents in care.
Report Facts
Residents in care affected: 1 Total residents in care: 33 Deficiency count: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sam El RabaaExecutive DirectorMet during inspection and involved in Plan of Correction
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit
Jennifer LottSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the licensing evaluation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 162 Capacity: 226 Citations: 1 Date: May 24, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted in response to a self-reported incident involving a medication error affecting one resident.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related due to a self-reported medication error incident involving Resident 1. The deficiency was substantiated as staff failed to administer medication as ordered.
Findings
The inspection found that one resident did not receive medication according to the physician's directions, posing a potential health risk. Deficiencies were cited and a Plan of Correction was developed with the licensee.

Citations (1)
Once ordered by the physician the medication is given according to the physician's directions. This requirement was not met, as evidenced by Licensee’s staff not giving one resident medication according to the physician's direction, posing a potential health risk.
Report Facts
Residents present: 162 Total licensed capacity: 226 Deficiencies cited: 1 Plan of Correction due date: May 29, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sam El RabaaExecutive DirectorMet during inspection and involved in exit interview
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection
Jennifer LottLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor and Licensing Evaluator

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 163 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Mar 26, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced complaint investigation following allegations received on 2023-12-20 regarding staff sleeping on duty, failure to follow resident care plans, and unclean resident rooms.

Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated after investigation. Allegations included staff sleeping on duty, failure to follow resident care plans, and unclean resident rooms. Evidence did not support these claims.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to substantiate the allegations. Staff interviews, resident and outside source interviews, records review, and direct observations indicated that staff did not sleep on duty, resident care plans were followed, and resident rooms were maintained clean.

Report Facts
Capacity: 226 Census: 163 Estimated Days of Completion: 0

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sam El RabaaExecutive DirectorMet with during the investigation and named in the report
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystEvaluator who conducted the complaint investigation
Lizzette TellezSupervisorSupervisor named in relation to the investigation
Jennifer LottSupervisorSupervisor named in relation to the investigation

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 163 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Mar 26, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced Required Annual Inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with licensing requirements.

Findings
The facility was found to be clean, sanitary, and in good repair with no deficiencies cited. All required safety equipment, furnishings, and supplies were present and in working order.

Report Facts
Capacity: 226 Census: 163 Memory care bedridden capacity: 8 Food supply duration: 2 Food supply duration: 7 Fire extinguisher service interval: 12

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sam El RabaaExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst and participated in exit interview
Enoch MedranoMaintenance DirectorAccompanied Licensing Program Analyst during facility tour and inspection
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection

Inspection Report

Census: 163 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Mar 26, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Case Management visit in response to a self-reported incident involving a resident who suffered a fall with injuries.

Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst interviewed staff and residents, conducted a wellness check, and found no health or safety issues. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sam El RabaaExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and involved in the exit interview.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 162 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Mar 18, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted due to an allegation that the Licensee did not address concerns regarding door egress, resulting in injury.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the Licensee did not address concerns regarding door egress, resulting in injury. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated based on interviews, observations, and records review.
Findings
The investigation found that while the doors were heavy and closed quickly, the Licensee had been actively addressing the issue since November 2023 through contractor adjustments and communication with residents. Evidence did not support that the Licensee failed to make efforts to correct the problem, resulting in the allegation being unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Complaint Control Number: 8 Capacity: 226 Census: 162 Investigation start time: 12.5 Investigation end time: 16.75 Estimated Days of Completion: 0

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sam El RabaaExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst and named in investigation findings
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 163 Capacity: 226 Citations: 2 Date: Feb 26, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted in response to an LIC624 Incident Report regarding a medication error involving Resident #1, who was found with three transdermal medication patches simultaneously instead of the prescribed one.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, triggered by an incident report about medication errors involving Resident #1. The complaint was substantiated with evidence of medication mismanagement and lack of required medical assessment.
Findings
The investigation found that staff did not assist Resident #1 with medication as prescribed, resulting in multiple patches being applied simultaneously. Additionally, the facility lacked a current medical assessment for the resident diagnosed with dementia. Two deficiencies were cited and plans of correction were developed.

Citations (2)
Licensee’s staff did not assist 1 of 163 residents (R1) with self-administered medications as needed/prescribed, posing a potential health risk.
Licensee did not ensure that 1 of 163 residents (R1), diagnosed with dementia, had a medical assessment performed within the last year.
Report Facts
Residents present: 163 Total licensed capacity: 226 Medication patches found on resident: 3 Prescribed medication patches: 1 Deficiencies cited: 2 Plan of Correction due date: Mar 26, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sam El RabaaExecutive DirectorMet during inspection and named in exit interview
Dang NguyenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report
Lizzette TellezLicensing Program ManagerSupervised the inspection and signed the report
Staff #1Staff member retrained due to involvement in medication error
Staff #2Staff member who applied patch on 01/19/2024 and no longer employed at facility

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 161 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Dec 28, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted following an allegation that staff neglect resulted in unexplained bruising on a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged neglect resulting in unexplained bruising on Resident 1. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated after investigation including staff and outside source interviews, records review, and observations.
Findings
The investigation included interviews, record reviews, and observations, concluding that there was no preponderance of evidence to substantiate the allegation of neglect. The bruising was noted to be related to the resident's agitation episodes and no evidence of staff abuse or neglect was found.

Report Facts
Capacity: 226 Census: 161 Estimated Days of Completion: 0

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Sam El RabaaExecutive DirectorFacility administrator involved in the investigation and exit interview
Jason BottomMemory Care DirectorMet with the investigator during the complaint investigation
Lizzette TellezLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 164 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Dec 7, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to allegations that the licensee did not follow physician's orders, obtained a Home Health service provider without consent, and did not allow a Home Health agency to visit a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated after investigation, which included unannounced visits, record reviews, and interviews with staff and outside sources. The allegations regarding failure to follow physician's orders, unauthorized Home Health service provider, and denial of Home Health agency access were not supported by evidence.
Findings
The investigation found that the licensee did not provide wound care directly because it was not a medical facility but assisted the resident in obtaining Home Health services, with signed consent from the resident. The Home Health agency was allowed access to provide care, and no evidence supported the allegations. Therefore, all allegations were unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Capacity: 226 Census: 164 Estimated Days of Completion: 0

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Sam El RabaaExecutive DirectorFacility administrator interviewed during investigation
Lizzette TellezSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 164 Capacity: 226 Citations: 1 Date: Dec 5, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by allegations received on 2023-03-13 regarding staff not allowing residents access to their rooms and not meeting residents' basic needs.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by allegations that staff did not allow residents access to their rooms and did not meet residents' basic needs. The first allegation was unsubstantiated, while the second was substantiated with evidence of insufficient staffing leading to delays in meal service and incontinence care.
Findings
The allegation that staff did not allow residents access to their rooms was unsubstantiated based on interviews, observations, and records review. However, the allegation that staff did not meet residents' basic needs due to low staffing was substantiated, with evidence of residents waiting long periods for meals and incontinence care.

Citations (1)
Residents in privately operated residential care facilities for the elderly shall have the following personal rights: To care, supervision, and services that meet their individual needs and are delivered by staff that are sufficient in numbers. This requirement was not met.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 34 Capacity: 226 Census: 164 Estimated Days of Completion: 0 Plan of Correction Due Date: Dec 15, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings
Sam El RabaaExecutive DirectorFacility representative met during the investigation and exit interview
Christopher TharpAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report
Lizzette TellezLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 164 Capacity: 226 Citations: 3 Date: Nov 17, 2023

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Case Management - Incident inspection conducted in response to a SOC341 Report of Suspected Dependent Adult/Elder Abuse involving Resident #1 and Staff #1, self-submitted by the licensee.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated. The licensee self-reported the suspected abuse. The investigation confirmed inappropriate sexual touching by Staff #1 of Resident #1. The licensee took corrective action by suspending and terminating Staff #1 but failed to meet all reporting requirements.
Findings
The investigation found that Staff #1 engaged in inappropriate sexual touching of Resident #1, who has dementia but was independent with toileting. The licensee suspended and terminated Staff #1 but failed to report the incident to local law enforcement within 24 hours and did not send a written incident report to the resident's responsible person within seven days. Three deficiencies were cited related to abuse prevention and reporting requirements.

Citations (3)
Licensee staff did not ensure that Resident #1 was free from physical or sexual abuse, posing an immediate safety and personal rights risk.
Licensee failed to report suspected physical abuse to local law enforcement within 24 hours as required.
Licensee did not submit a written incident report to the resident's responsible person within seven days of the incident.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 3 Resident count: 164 Facility capacity: 226 Plan of Correction due dates: Type A deficiency due 11/18/2023; Type B deficiencies due 12/17/2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dang NguyenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report
Sam El-RabaaExecutive DirectorFacility representative during inspection and exit interview

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 171 Capacity: 226 Citations: 2 Date: Sep 26, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection visit was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by an allegation of unlawful eviction of a resident due to disruptive behavior of the resident's visitor.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged unlawful eviction of resident 1 due to ongoing disruptive behaviors by the resident's visitor. The allegation was substantiated based on interviews, records review, and regulatory standards.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that the facility unlawfully evicted resident 1 (R1) based on the disruptive behavior of R1's visitor, which is not supported by regulation. The licensee did not issue a lawful eviction notice to R1, posing a personal rights risk to residents in care.

Citations (2)
Eviction Procedures 87224(a) The licensee may evict a resident for one or more of the reasons listed in section 87224(a)(1) through (5)... (3) Failure of the resident to comply with general policies of the facility.
Based on interviews and records review, the Licensee did not issue a lawful eviction notice to 1 of 171 residents (R1), which posed a Personal Rights Risk to residents in care.
Report Facts
Capacity: 226 Census: 171 Deficiency count: 2 Plan of Correction Due Date: 0

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Sam El-RabaaExecutive DirectorFacility representative interviewed during the investigation
Christopher TharpAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report
Lizzette TellezLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the licensing program related to this investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 172 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Sep 14, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced complaint investigation following allegations received on 08/07/2023 that staff left a resident unsupervised for extended periods and that a facility gate was in disrepair.

Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated after investigation including interviews, observations, and records review. Allegations included unsupervised resident wandering and a gate in disrepair; both were found unsupported by evidence.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to substantiate the allegations. The resident was observed to be independent and able to ambulate without supervision, and the facility gate was found to be in good repair with ongoing upgrades in progress.

Report Facts
Capacity: 226 Census: 172 Complaint received date: Aug 7, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and unannounced visit
Sam El RabaaExecutive DirectorFacility representative interviewed and met during the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 164 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Jun 9, 2023

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Case Management - Incident inspection conducted in response to an LIC624 Incident Report regarding a resident who eloped from the secured memory care unit without staff supervision.

Complaint Details
The investigation found no preponderance of evidence that staff failed to observe the resident or that lack of supervision caused the elopement. No deficiencies were cited for this incident.
Findings
The resident was found unharmed and no deficiencies were cited related to the incident. The delayed egress doors operated correctly except for an inconsistent self-closing mechanism on one door, which did not constitute a violation. Staff had been retrained on elopement policies and responded promptly to alarms during testing.

Report Facts
Door self-closing mechanism test results: 7 Door self-closing mechanism test attempts: 10 Staff retraining sessions: 3 Inspection start time: 1015 Inspection end time: 1400

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dang NguyenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced Case Management - Incident visit
Sam El-RabaaExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 150 Capacity: 226 Citations: 1 Date: Mar 7, 2023

Visit Reason
A complaint investigation visit was conducted to review an incident involving Resident 1 (R1) in February 2023, where an incident report was not submitted to the Department as required.

Complaint Details
Complaint investigation visit conducted; an unrelated deficiency was discovered. The incident involved a medication error with Resident 1, with no injuries reported but 911 was contacted. The deficiency was substantiated by interviews and records review.
Findings
The investigation revealed that the licensee failed to submit an incident report regarding a medication error involving Resident 1, posing a potential safety risk to all 150 residents in care.

Citations (1)
Failure to submit an incident report to the licensing agency regarding a medication error involving Resident 1 within seven days as required by California Code of Regulations Title 22.
Report Facts
Residents in care: 150 Total capacity: 226 Deficiency count: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: Mar 14, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Rebecca A RuizLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit and cited the deficiency
Sam El-RabaaExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and participated in exit interview
Lizzette TellezLicensing Program Manager / SupervisorSupervisor of the Licensing Program Analyst and named in the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 134 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Jan 5, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced complaint investigation following a complaint received on 2022-11-10 alleging that the facility had not conducted an emergency drill.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleging the facility had not conducted an emergency drill was investigated and found to be unfounded, meaning the allegation was false and without reasonable basis.
Findings
The investigation found the complaint to be unfounded. Records and interviews confirmed that multiple emergency drills and emergency preparedness trainings had been conducted since April 2022.

Report Facts
Complaint control number: 08-AS-20221110142442

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Iby StrongLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and unannounced visit.
John RanteLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report.
Sam El-RabaaExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation.
Christopher TharpAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 133 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Dec 23, 2022

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted regarding allegations that the facility did not post the Community Care Licensing poster at the main entryway and that the Facility Ombudsman poster was not visible to residents.

Complaint Details
The complaint was investigated and found to be unfounded based on observations and interviews with the Executive Director. The Community Care Licensing poster and Ombudsman poster were both present but not exactly as alleged.
Findings
The investigation found that the Community Care Licensing poster was posted near the main entrance down a hallway and the Long-Term Care Ombudsman poster was posted in the residents' activity room. There was insufficient evidence to support the allegations, and the complaint was deemed unfounded.

Report Facts
Capacity: 226 Census: 133

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sam El-RabaaExecutive DirectorInterviewed during complaint investigation and discussed findings
Carmen LopezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 134 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Dec 22, 2022

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to an allegation that the facility elevator was not maintained in good repair.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility elevator was not maintained in good repair. The investigation included interviews with staff, residents, and outside sources, as well as review of maintenance records and observations. The allegation was found unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found that while there were operational issues with one elevator in September 2022, the facility maintained regular elevator maintenance and inspections. Only one elevator was out of service at a time, and the other was available for resident use. The allegation was deemed unsubstantiated based on observations, interviews, and record review.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 226 Census: 134 Dates of elevator maintenance service calls: August 17, September 18, and September 22, 2022 Elevator maintenance contract period: July 21 to December 31, 2022

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Rebecca A RuizLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Sam El-RabaaExecutive DirectorFacility representative met during the investigation and exit interview
Lizzette TellezLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 133 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Dec 20, 2022

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to allegations that the facility was not sanitary and that the facility garage was not well lit.

Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated based on direct observations, staff interviews, and records review. The alleged sewage leak was determined to be groundwater from a cable box crack, not sewage, and lighting was confirmed to be sufficient and functional.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence of a sewage leak or unsanitary conditions in the parking garage, and the lighting in the garage was observed to be operable and adequate. Both allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Estimated Days of Completion: 90 Lighting specifications: 6000 Lighting specifications: 66 Lighting count: 20 Lighting warranty: 50000 Lighting warranty years: 5.7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings
Sam El-RabaaExecutive DirectorFacility representative met during the investigation and exit interview
Christopher TharpAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report
Lizzette TellezLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 134 Capacity: 226 Citations: 1 Date: Dec 6, 2022

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted following an allegation that the facility did not issue a refund of pre-admission fees as required.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated. The allegation was that the licensee did not issue a refund of pre-admission fees as required. Evidence showed the refund check was issued more than 30 calendar days after written notice of withdrawal was given.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that the facility failed to issue a refund of a $6,000 pre-admission fee within the required 30-day timeframe after the prospective client withdrew their application. A deficiency was cited and a plan of correction was developed with the Executive Director.

Citations (1)
Preadmission fees shall be refunded according to the following conditions: a 100 percent refund of a preadmission fee shall be provided if the applicant decides not to enter the facility prior to the facility completing a preadmission appraisal.
Report Facts
Refund amount: 6000 Census: 134 Total capacity: 226 Days for refund: 30

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sam El-RabaaExecutive DirectorNamed in relation to the complaint investigation and plan of correction
Nacole PattersonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Icela EstradaInterim Assistant Program AdministratorConducted the complaint investigation

Inspection Report

Census: 83 Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Aug 11, 2022

Visit Reason
The Department conducted an on-site visit to provide technical assistance and to evaluate the facility's mitigation plan on the COVID-19 protocols and procedures including cleaning and disinfection, testing, isolation and quarantine, hand hygiene and screening protocols, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Findings
During the visit, the team interviewed the Regional Operations Specialist and Maintenance Director and conducted a walk-through of the facility. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Carmen LopezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the on-site HAI assessment visit and evaluation
Elizar PerezNurse ContractorConducted the on-site HAI assessment visit
Robert MontillanoNurse ContractorConducted the on-site HAI assessment visit
Elena MadsenRegional Operations SpecialistInterviewed during the visit and received report copy
Enoch MedranoMaintenance DirectorInterviewed during the visit

Inspection Report

Original Licensing
Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Apr 20, 2022

Visit Reason
The visit was an announced pre-licensing/component III inspection to ensure Title 22 compliance for initial licensing of the facility with a requested capacity of 226 non-ambulatory residents.

Findings
The facility was found to be clean, sanitary, and in good repair with no obstructions or slip hazards. Hot water temperatures were within acceptable ranges, and the facility had sufficient space and equipment for resident activities and safety measures including locked medication storage and operational signal systems. Fire clearance was granted, approving the facility for 226 elderly residents.

Report Facts
Capacity: 226 Bedridden capacity: 8 Hospice waiver: 15 Hot water temperature range: 106-118 PPE supply duration: 30

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Christopher TharpExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and named in report
Tamara FernandezVice President of OperationMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and named in report
Natasha PersaudLicensing Program AnalystConducted the announced pre-licensing inspection
Lizzette TellezLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report header

Inspection Report

Original Licensing
Capacity: 226 Citations: 0 Date: Feb 17, 2022

Visit Reason
Initial licensing evaluation conducted via telephone call with the administrator to confirm understanding of Title 22 and review application documents and facility operation.

Findings
The applicant and administrator successfully completed Component II of the licensing process, demonstrating understanding of facility operation, staff qualifications, program policies, and compliance requirements. No clients were in care at the time of the evaluation.

Report Facts
Capacity: 226 Census: 0

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Christopher TharpAdministratorParticipated in COMP II telephone call and licensing evaluation
Victoria ChristiansenLicensing EvaluatorConducted licensing evaluation
Jude De La ConcepcionSupervisorSupervisor overseeing licensing evaluation

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