Inspection Reports for Brookdale Brea

CA, 92821

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Inspection Report Summary

Most inspections found no deficiencies, including the most recent report on July 29, 2025, which was perfect despite being triggered by a serious complaint involving alleged staff abuse that was investigated and found to have no fractures or regulatory violations. Earlier reports showed isolated issues, notably a substantiated complaint in December 2024 where a resident’s prescribed medication was not administered for nearly two months, posing an immediate health risk. Another significant deficiency occurred in September 2023 when a resident eloped without staff knowledge, resulting in hospitalization and a cited safety risk. Several other complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, and the facility demonstrated compliance with regulations in all other visits. The overall trend suggests improvement, with recent inspections consistently free of deficiencies following earlier isolated problems.

Deficiencies per Year

4 3 2 1 0
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
High

Census Over Time

60 80 100 120 Jul '21 Sep '23 Jul '24 Dec '24 Apr '25 Jul '25
Census Capacity
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 84 Capacity: 110 Deficiencies: 0 Jul 29, 2025
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced follow-up on an Unusual Incident Report involving a resident injury reported on July 14, 2025.
Findings
Based on observations, record review, and interviews, the facility was found to be in compliance with applicable regulations on the date of the visit, with no deficiencies cited.
Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by a complaint involving an incident where a staff member allegedly intentionally crushed a resident's finger. Emergency services and law enforcement were involved, and an Elder Abuse Report was filed. The resident was evaluated and returned to the facility with no fractures found.
Report Facts
Incident date: Jul 14, 2025 Inspection start time: 130 Inspection end time: 250
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Danny VeraExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and involved in incident discussion
RoseMarie RuppertLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced visit and inspection
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on report
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 78 Capacity: 110 Deficiencies: 0 Apr 29, 2025
Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Rose Ruppert made an unannounced visit to conduct an Annual Required Evaluation of the facility.
Findings
The facility was inspected for compliance with physical plant safety, food supply, medication storage, staff training, and resident care. No deficiencies were cited and the facility appears to be in compliance with Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations.
Report Facts
Hospice waiver capacity: 20 Hospice residents: 5 Hot water temperature range: 109.4-113.7 Fire extinguisher service date: 2025 Smoke detector last tested: 2024 Fire drill last conducted: 2025 Staff training records reviewed: 4 Resident records reviewed: 7
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Danny VeraExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and participated in exit interview
RoseMarie RuppertLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced annual inspection visit
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 78 Capacity: 110 Deficiencies: 0 Feb 19, 2025
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management follow-up on an Unusual/Special Incident Report regarding a resident fall that required hospital care.
Findings
Based on interviews, file review, and observations, the facility was found to be in compliance with regulations with no deficiencies cited. Technical assistance was provided to document a family care plan meeting for fall prevention.
Report Facts
Census: 78 Total Capacity: 110
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Danny VeraExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and participated in exit interview
Amber LopezHealth & Wellness DirectorProvided information regarding resident care and family communication
RoseMarie RuppertLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 80 Capacity: 110 Deficiencies: 1 Dec 31, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to an allegation that staff mismanaged a resident's medication.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that Resident 1 was prescribed Clopidogrel 75mg (Plavix) on October 22, 2024, but the medication was not administered until December 20, 2024, posing an immediate health and safety risk. The facility delayed verifying the medication order until December 20, 2024, despite hospital discharge paperwork being signed by a doctor and considered an official order.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleging staff mismanaged resident's medication was substantiated based on evidence that the medication was not administered timely, posing an immediate health and safety risk.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
To receive or reject medical care or other services. This requirement was not met as evidenced by a record review showing Resident 1 was prescribed Clopidogrel 75mg (Plavix) on October 22, 2024 but it was not administered until December 20, 2024, posing an immediate health and safety risk.Type A
Report Facts
Capacity: 110 Census: 80 Deficiency count: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: Jan 2, 2025
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Joseph AlejandreLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Danny VeraAdministratorFacility administrator met with the Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation
Sheila SantosLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager overseeing the investigation
Inspection Report Census: 89 Capacity: 110 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 1, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted to follow up on an Unusual Incident Report received on October 25, 2024, regarding an incident involving a resident and staff member on October 21, 2024.
Findings
Based on observations during the visit, the facility was found to be in compliance with Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations, with no deficiencies cited on this date.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 110 Resident census: 89
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Danny VeraAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and participated in exit interview
RoseMarie RuppertLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 85 Capacity: 110 Deficiencies: 0 Jul 19, 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 in compliance with all inspected areas including food storage, resident room conditions, medication security, fire safety systems, and staff certifications. No issues or concerns were observed during the visit.
Report Facts
Hospice residents: 7 Fire clearance capacity: 104 Perishable food supply: 2 Non-perishable food supply: 7
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Janette RomeroLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection visit
Danny VeraAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 89 Capacity: 110 Deficiencies: 0 May 30, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced complaint investigation following a complaint received on 2024-04-19 alleging that facility staff did not provide itemized statements of charges to a resident.
Findings
The investigation found conflicting information regarding the allegation. Some residents confirmed receiving itemized statements, while one resident corroborated the complaint. The Licensing Program Analyst determined that itemized statements are mailed to the facility and placed in residents' mailboxes, and the facility maintains copies to provide upon request. There was insufficient evidence to substantiate the allegation, which was therefore deemed unsubstantiated.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that facility staff did not provide itemized statements of charges to a resident. The allegation was unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence after interviews and record review.
Report Facts
Complaint Control Number: 22-AS-20240419101753 Facility Capacity: 110 Census: 89
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Dwayne L MasonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Tierny WilburnInterim Executive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Lisabelle ParandaBusiness Office ManagerMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 82 Capacity: 110 Deficiencies: 1 Sep 8, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted to follow up on an incident report received regarding a resident who eloped from the facility and was hospitalized for dehydration.
Findings
The inspection found that the resident was able to elope from the facility without staff knowledge, resulting in hospitalization, which poses an immediate safety risk. One deficiency was cited related to care and supervision responsibilities.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
"Care and supervision" means the facility assumes responsibility for ongoing assistance with activities of daily living without which the resident’s physical health, mental health, safety, or welfare would be endangered. This requirement is not met as evidence by; Based on interviews and record review, LPA determined R1 was able to elope from the facility without staff knowledge, resulting in hospitalization, which poses an immediately safety risk to persons in care.Type A
Report Facts
Census: 82 Total Capacity: 110 Deficiencies cited: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Claudia GutierrezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and cited the deficiency
Armando J LuceroLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor of the inspection
Samantha LoleResident Care CoordinatorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 67 Capacity: 110 Deficiencies: 0 May 24, 2022
Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Lydia Martinez conducted an unannounced Required - 1 Year Annual inspection with an emphasis on Infection Control due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Findings
The facility appeared clean, sanitary, and well maintained with residents happy and well cared for. No deficiencies were noted during the visit, and all required Department posters were observed.
Report Facts
Residents receiving Hospice care: 6
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sarah DevoreExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and named in report
Lydia MartinezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection visit
Armando J LuceroLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 68 Capacity: 110 Deficiencies: 0 Jul 15, 2021
Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Jim August conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a required annual visit.
Findings
The facility was found to be clean and well maintained with no active COVID-19 cases. All required postings, sanitation supplies, emergency plans, and COVID-19 mitigation measures were observed and approved. No citations were noted during the visit.
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sarah DeVoreAdministratorGreeted Licensing Program Analyst and explained reason for visit.
James AugustLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced annual inspection visit.
Sheila SantosLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report header.

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