Inspection Reports for Blessed Elder Care
5041 Sierra St, Riverside, CA 92504, United States, CA, 92504
Back to Facility ProfileInspection Report Summary
Most inspections found no deficiencies, with the facility generally clean, well maintained, and compliant with regulations. The most recent report from July 28, 2025, had no deficiencies and noted good repair and complete records. Earlier reports identified a few isolated issues, including unsecured disinfecting wipes and improper medication storage in July 2023, as well as a lack of N95 mask fit testing in September 2022; these were minor and did not result in fines or enforcement actions. A complaint investigation in January 2022 about staff yelling at residents was unsubstantiated. The facility’s record shows improvement over time, with recent inspections consistently clean.
Deficiencies (last 5 years)
Deficiencies (over 5 years)
0.6 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
85% better than California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
4
3
2
1
0
Census
Latest occupancy rate
75% occupied
Based on a July 2025 inspection.
This facility has shown a decline in demand based on occupancy rates.
Census over time
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 9
Capacity: 12
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 28, 2025
Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Armando Perez made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a required annual inspection.
Findings
The facility was found to be clean, in good repair, and compliant with regulations. Client and employee records were complete and available. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.
Report Facts
Bedrooms: 9
Bathrooms: 8
Employee records reviewed: 4
Client records reviewed: 9
Fire extinguisher service date: Jul 7, 2025
Last fire drill date: May 20, 2025
Administrator certification expiration: Mar 21, 2027
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Magdalina Gurau | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
| Armando Perez | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection |
| Jazmond D Harris | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report header and signature |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 11
Capacity: 12
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 29, 2024
Visit Reason
A required annual unannounced inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with licensing regulations and ensure safe and proper care.
Findings
The facility was found to be well maintained, clean, and organized with no citations issued. All safety devices were operational, staff had appropriate clearances and training, and medications were properly managed.
Report Facts
Licensed capacity: 12
Current census: 11
Hospice waiver capacity: 9
Residents receiving hospice services: 3
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Magdalina Gurau | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and participated in exit interview |
| Stephanie Martinez | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the annual inspection |
| Rikesha Stamps | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report as Licensing Program Manager |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 11
Capacity: 12
Deficiencies: 2
Jul 3, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced annual required visit was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations and assess the facility's physical plant, care, supervision, and medication storage practices.
Findings
The facility was generally clean and well-maintained with adequate staffing and food service. However, deficiencies were found related to unsecured Clorox Disinfecting Wipes accessible on the kitchen counter and medications being transferred from original containers to daily pill organizers for 11 residents, posing potential health and safety risks.
Deficiencies (2)
| Description |
|---|
| Clorox Disinfecting Wipes were left accessible on the kitchen counter, posing a potential health, safety, or personal rights risk to persons in care. |
| Medications were transferred out of their original containers onto daily pill organizers for 11 residents, which is not compliant with medication storage requirements. |
Report Facts
Residents in care: 11
Total licensed capacity: 12
Staff present: 2
Deficiencies cited: 2
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Magdalina Gurau | Administrator | Named in relation to the inspection and discussion of findings |
| John Gurau | Administrator | Named in relation to the inspection and purchasing perishable food items |
| Janette Romero | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection and authored the report |
| Joel Esquivel | Licensing Program Manager | Supervisor overseeing the inspection |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 11
Capacity: 12
Deficiencies: 1
Sep 28, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced annual inspection limited to infection control conducted by Licensing Program Analyst Crystal Colvin.
Findings
The facility was found to be successfully implementing several aspects of its Infection Control Plan, including availability of hand sanitizer, stocked bathrooms, PPE supplies sufficient for 30 days, and staff training on infection control and COVID-19 symptom recognition. A Technical Assistance Advisory Note was issued for staff not being fit tested for N95 masks.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Staff have not been fit tested for N95 masks. |
Report Facts
PPE supply duration: 30
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Magdalina Gurau | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and discussed infection control practices |
| Crystal Colvin | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the annual infection control inspection |
| Joel Esquivel | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report header |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 12
Capacity: 12
Deficiencies: 0
Jan 26, 2022
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint alleging that facility staff yell at residents.
Findings
The investigation included interviews and record reviews; no evidence was found to corroborate the allegation, and the complaint was deemed unsubstantiated due to lack of proof.
Complaint Details
The allegation was that Staff One (S1) yells at residents. Seven interviews were conducted with staff, residents, and third parties, none corroborated the allegation. The administrator denied the allegation. The complaint was unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Capacity: 12
Census: 12
Number of interviews conducted: 7
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Stephanie Torres | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation visit |
| John Gurau | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst and denied the allegation |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 12
Capacity: 12
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 28, 2021
Visit Reason
An unannounced annual inspection was conducted with an emphasis on infection control to evaluate the facility's compliance with Community Care Licensing guidelines.
Findings
The inspection found proper infection control measures in place, including signage, hand hygiene supplies, cleaning provisions, and PPE use. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Casandra Gurau | Licensee | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during the inspection. |
| Tricia Danielson | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection visit. |
| Reyna Lacey | Licensing Program Manager | Named in the report as Licensing Program Manager. |
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