Inspection Reports for Cathy’s Cottage – Assisted Living and Memory Care
4089 Inverness Dr, Corona, CA 92883, United States, CA, 92883
Back to Facility ProfileInspection Report Summary
Routine inspections were consistently clean, with no deficiencies cited in any of the reports. Several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, including a February 5, 2025 complaint that was found to be filed under the wrong facility address and dismissed. The facility has maintained good infection control practices, safety measures, and regulatory compliance since its licensing in early 2021. The most recent inspection on April 14, 2025, found the facility operating within approved capacity and in good repair with no deficiencies. This record shows a stable and well-maintained environment with no serious issues or enforcement actions.
Deficiencies (last 4 years)
Deficiencies (over 4 years)
0 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
Same as California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
4
3
2
1
0
Census
Latest occupancy rate
100% occupied
Based on a April 2025 inspection.
This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.
Census over time
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 6
Capacity: 6
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Apr 14, 2025
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced required comprehensive annual inspection of the assisted living and memory care facility.
Findings
The facility was found to be operating within approved capacity and in good repair with no obstructions or safety hazards. All resident rooms and common areas met regulatory standards, and no deficiencies were cited during the inspection.
Report Facts
Resident files reviewed: 3
Resident medications reviewed: 3
Staff files reviewed: 3
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Julie Birkinbine | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and participated in exit interview |
| Raquel Hernandez | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the unannounced annual inspection visit |
| Efren Malagon | Licensing Program Manager | Named as Licensing Program Manager on report |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 5
Capacity: 6
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Feb 5, 2025
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint received on 2025-02-04 regarding questionable death, failure of facility staff to respond to a resident's call light, and failure to provide resident's records to a responsible person.
Complaint Details
Complaint allegations included questionable death, failure to respond to resident's call light, and failure to provide resident's records to responsible person. The complaint was found to be unfounded based on evidence gathered.
Findings
The investigation found that the complaint was filed under the wrong facility address and the allegations did not occur at the stated facility. Therefore, the complaint was deemed unfounded and dismissed.
Report Facts
Capacity: 6
Census: 5
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Raquel Hernandez | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and unannounced visit |
| Julie Birkinbine | Administrator | Facility administrator met during investigation |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 6
Capacity: 6
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Mar 19, 2024
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced required comprehensive annual inspection of the assisted living and memory care facility.
Findings
The facility was found to be operating within its approved capacity, clean, safe, and well-maintained with no deficiencies cited. All required furniture, safety equipment, and documentation were in place and compliant with regulations.
Report Facts
Client files reviewed: 3
Client medications reviewed: 3
Staff files reviewed: 2
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Julie Birkinbine | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and named in report |
| Mary Rico | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection visit |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 5
Capacity: 6
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Mar 22, 2022
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a required annual inspection with an emphasis on infection control due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Findings
The facility was found to have sufficient infection control measures, including hand hygiene supplies, cleaning provisions, and PPE. No health and safety concerns or deficiencies were noted during the inspection.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Julie Birkinbine | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analysts during the inspection. |
| Amy Goldenberg | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection and signed the report. |
Inspection Report
Original Licensing
Census: 2
Capacity: 6
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Oct 19, 2021
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced post licensing inspection with an emphasis on infection control due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. The facility had adequate infection control measures, including visitor screening, hand hygiene supplies, cleaning provisions, and PPE availability.
Report Facts
Capacity: 6
Census: 2
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Julie Birkinbine | Administrator | Facility representative met during inspection |
| Amy Goldenberg | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection |
| Nedra Brown | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report |
Inspection Report
Original Licensing
Capacity: 6
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Mar 25, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was an announced pre-licensing video conference inspection conducted due to COVID-19 to evaluate the facility prior to licensing.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with requirements including appropriate environment, safety measures, medication storage, emergency plans, and COVID-19 precautions. The facility is approved to provide Dementia/Memory Care services for six residents.
Report Facts
Capacity: 6
Census: 0
Approved non-ambulatory residents: 5
Approved bedridden residents: 1
Food supply: 2
Food supply: 7
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Julie Birkinbine | Applicant | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during pre-licensing inspection |
| Crystal Colvin | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the pre-licensing inspection and authored the report |
| Joel Esquivel | Licensing Program Manager | Named as Licensing Program Manager overseeing the inspection |
Inspection Report
Original Licensing
Capacity: 6
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Feb 17, 2021
Visit Reason
Initial licensing evaluation conducted via telephone call with the applicant and administrator to verify identification and confirm understanding of Title 22 regulations.
Findings
The applicant and administrator successfully completed Component II of the licensing process via telephone call, with verification of photo ID and confirmation of regulatory understanding. No clients were in care at the time of the evaluation.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Julie Birkinbine | Administrator | Participated in licensing evaluation and verification of identification. |
| Thomas Birkinbine | Participated in licensing evaluation. |
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