Inspection Reports for
CityView

515 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, United States, CA, 90036

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Citations (last 5 years)

Citations (over 5 years) 2.2 citations/year

Citations are regulatory findings recorded during state inspections.

45% better than California average
California average: 4 citations/year

Citations per year

4 3 2 1 0
2021
2023
2024
2025
2026

Occupancy

Latest occupancy rate 72% occupied

Based on a February 2026 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
Census: 120 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Feb 6, 2026

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted to investigate the allegation that staff caused injuries to a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff caused injuries to Resident #1 by causing a fall from a wheelchair resulting in head, knee, and fracture injuries. Interviews with five staff members, ten residents, and two witnesses did not corroborate the claim of staff negligence. Records showed the resident was not assessed as a fall risk and was on medications increasing fall risk. The incident area showed no safety issues. The allegation was unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence.
Findings
The investigation included interviews with staff, residents, and witnesses, review of records, and facility observation. The Department found insufficient evidence to support the allegation that staff negligence caused the resident's fall and injuries. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited.

Report Facts
Medications prescribed: 38 Medications increasing fall risk: 19 Medications thinning blood: 2 Staff interviewed: 5 Residents interviewed: 10 Residents not supporting allegation: 9 Witnesses interviewed: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsbergExecutive DirectorGreeted Licensing Program Analyst and involved in investigation
Marcia McKayWellness DirectorGreeted Licensing Program Analyst and involved in investigation
Ernand DabuetLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 117 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Feb 3, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted to investigate an allegation that staff did not ensure the facility was kept free of pests.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged the presence of pests including roaches in multiple areas of the facility and that the facility smelled like poison. Interviews revealed mixed reports of past sightings of roaches by some staff and residents, but ongoing pest control services were documented. The allegation was unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation included interviews with staff and residents, review of pest control records, and a facility tour. No pests or pest control odors were observed during the visit. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence.

Report Facts
Staff interviewed: 5 Residents interviewed: 10 Pest control invoices reviewed: 5 Pest control maintenance frequency: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsburgExecutive DirectorMet with during investigation and named in findings
Perry ScottLicensing EvaluatorConducted the complaint investigation
Janae HammondSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Capacity: 166 Citations: 1 Date: Nov 10, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted in connection with the Annual Inspection visit on September 20, 2025, to evaluate compliance with Title 22 regulations.

Findings
The facility was found not in compliance with Title 22 regulations due to staff members lacking Criminal Clearance Background Transfer Requests, posing an immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.

Citations (1)
Staff #1, #2, #3 did not have Criminal Clearance Background Transfer Request LIC 9182 and were not associated with this facility, violating Title 22 regulations.
Report Facts
Capacity: 166

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Vanita HarrisBusiness DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the inspection and exit interview
Ernand DabuetLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit and authored the report
Janae HammondLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 116 Capacity: 166 Citations: 1 Date: Oct 16, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by a complaint received on 2025-06-09 regarding staff not ensuring that residents' toileting needs are met.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on record reviews and interviews. The allegation was that staff did not ensure residents' toileting needs were met. The licensee disagreed with the citation but had terminated the responsible staff prior to the investigation.
Findings
The investigation found that three residents were not able to care for their own toileting needs and one resident had not received toileting assistance on three consecutive occasions. Interviews with residents and staff supported the allegation, which was substantiated. One deficiency was cited related to managed incontinence care.

Citations (1)
Failure to ensure incontinent residents are checked during known incontinent periods, including at night, posing a potential health risk.
Report Facts
Residents interviewed: 5 Staff interviewed: 5 Deficiencies cited: 1 Residents unable to care for toileting: 3 Consecutive missed toileting assistance occasions: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsbergExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and named in findings
Mario LeonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Vanita HarrisBusiness Office ManagerMet Licensing Program Analyst during initial complaint visit

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 116 Capacity: 166 Citations: 1 Date: Oct 15, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to a complaint received on 2025-05-13 regarding multiple allegations about resident care and facility practices.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for the allegation that staff did not follow a resident's special diet order. Other allegations about insufficient food, safeguarding belongings, delayed assistance, and missed medication were unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found that four out of seven residents agreed that the facility failed to follow a resident's physician diet order, which was substantiated. Other allegations including insufficient food provision, safeguarding of belongings, timely response to calls, and medication administration were unsubstantiated based on record reviews and interviews.

Citations (1)
Failure to follow R1's physician diet order, which poses a potential health risk related to residents in care.
Report Facts
Residents interviewed: 9 Staff interviewed: 10 Deficiencies cited: 1 Capacity: 166 Census: 116

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mario LeonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit.
Vanita HarrisBusiness Office ManagerMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation and exit interview.
Mendy GinsbergAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 115 Capacity: 166 Citations: 1 Date: Sep 20, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced annual required visit conducted using the CARE Inspection Tool to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements for the facility.

Findings
The facility was generally well maintained with adequate supplies, operational safety equipment, and infection control practices. However, deficiencies were found related to staff criminal background clearance transfers missing for three staff members, resulting in a citation and immediate civil penalty.

Citations (1)
Staff #1, #2, and #3 did not have Criminal Clearance Background Transfer Request LIC 9182 and were not associated with this facility in the CDSS Guardian Background Clearance System.
Report Facts
Residents in Assisted Living: 69 Residents in Memory Care: 46 Residents in Hospice Care: 4 Hospice Resident Capacity: 14 Resident Bedrooms in Memory Care: 21 Resident Bedrooms in Assisted Living: 71 Temperature Range in Bathrooms (F): 105.1-115.5 Facility Temperature Range (F): 72-75 Deficiency Citations: 1 Civil Penalty Amount: 100

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marcia McKayWellness DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and participated in exit interview
Ernand DabuetLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report
Janae HammondLicensing Program ManagerOversaw licensing program and signed report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 111 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Jul 25, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by an allegation that staff did not provide medication assistance to residents in a timely manner.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff did not provide medication assistance to residents in a timely manner, resulting in residents missing meals. The investigation included interviews with residents and staff, review of medication administration records and staff training. The allegation was found unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found that six out of eight residents and all seven staff interviewed did not agree with the allegation, and record reviews showed all seven residents received their medications as scheduled. Staff training records were also compliant. Therefore, the allegation was unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.

Report Facts
Residents interviewed: 8 Staff interviewed: 7 Resident records reviewed: 7 Staff training records reviewed: 2 Estimated days for completion: 90

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsbergExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation
Mario LeonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Ulysses CoronelLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 112 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Jul 23, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced complaint investigation visit following a complaint received on 2025-04-24 regarding allegations of inadequate personal care hygiene, unclean bedding, and failure to safeguard resident's personal possessions at the facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by allegations that staff did not ensure resident's personal care hygiene needs were met, did not provide clean bedding, and did not safeguard resident's personal possessions. After interviews and records review, the allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Findings
The investigation included interviews with staff, residents, and review of records. All three allegations—failure to meet personal care hygiene needs, failure to provide clean bedding, and failure to safeguard personal possessions—were found to be unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence to prove violations occurred.

Report Facts
Capacity: 166 Census: 112 Staff interviewed: 10 Residents interviewed: 10

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Zina BrownLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and interviews
Janae HammondLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation
Vanita HarrisBusiness Office ManagerFacility representative met during the investigation
Mendy GinsbergAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during the investigation

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 112 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Jul 10, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to an allegation of illegal eviction of a resident from the facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that resident #1 was illegally evicted after being discharged from one hospital and told they could not return to the facility. The investigation included interviews with the Executive Director, staff, residents, and hospital staff, and review of relevant records. The allegation was found unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to support the allegation of illegal eviction. Interviews with staff, residents, and hospital personnel, as well as record reviews, indicated the resident remained hospitalized and no eviction notice was issued. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Estimated Days of Completion: 90

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mario LeonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and interviews
Mendy GinsbergExecutive DirectorFacility representative interviewed during the investigation
Ulysses CoronelLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 107 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Jun 26, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted to gather information regarding an allegation that staff did not ensure a comfortable environment was provided for residents.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff did not ensure a comfortable environment for residents. Interviews with staff and residents, as well as observations, indicated that the facility was maintained at a comfortable temperature with adequate lighting and cleanliness. The allegation was unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence.
Findings
Based on interviews with staff and residents, observations of the facility environment, and review of relevant documents, the Department found no evidence to support the allegation. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were issued.

Report Facts
Staff interviews conducted: 10 Resident interviews conducted: 10 Floors toured: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsburgExecutive DirectorMet during investigation and received copy of report
Regina CloydLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Ulysses CoronelLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation
Vanita BushBusiness Office ManagerMet during investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 105 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Apr 15, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to allegations that staff did not assist a resident with getting off the floor and did not check on a resident in a timely manner.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff did not assist a resident stuck between the bed and night stand and did not check on the resident in a timely manner. Interviews and record reviews showed that most staff and residents denied the allegations, and the evidence did not support the claims. The complaint was determined to be unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation included interviews with staff, residents, and a witness, as well as review of personnel and resident records. The allegations were found to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.

Report Facts
Staff interviewed: 8 Residents interviewed: 4 Witnesses interviewed: 1 Deficiencies cited: 0 Capacity: 166 Census: 105 Estimated days of completion: 90

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mario LeonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report.
Vanita HarrisBusiness Office ManagerMet with the Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation and participated in the exit interview.
Ulysses CoronelLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager overseeing the investigation.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 105 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Apr 10, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to allegations that staff did not ensure medication was dispensed as prescribed and did not meet residents' dietary needs.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved allegations that staff changed a resident's medication without notifying the primary psychiatrist or responsible parties, and that staff did not follow residents' special diets or occasionally failed to provide meals. The allegations were unsubstantiated based on record reviews and interviews.
Findings
The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to substantiate the allegations regarding medication dispensing and dietary needs. All interviewed staff and residents denied the allegations, and no deficiencies were cited during the visit.

Report Facts
Residents interviewed: 6 Staff interviewed: 10 Deficiencies cited: 0 Estimated days of completion: 90

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsburgExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation and participated in the exit interview.
Mario LeonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit.
Ulysses CoronelLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation.

Inspection Report

Census: 104 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Mar 26, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted to serve the Order to Licensee/Facility of Immediate Exclusion from Facility for Staff #1 (S1).

Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst delivered the immediate exclusion letter to the Executive Director and explained that Staff #1 must be disassociated from the facility immediately. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report was provided to the Executive Director.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsbergExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and received the immediate exclusion letter.
Regina CloydLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit and delivered the immediate exclusion letter.
Ulysses CoronelLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 80 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Nov 7, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by a complaint received on 2024-10-14 regarding allegations about food quality, adequacy of planned activities, and pest control at the facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated. Allegations included poor food quality, inadequate planned activities, and failure to keep the facility free of pests. Interviews, observations, and record reviews did not support these allegations sufficiently to prove violations.
Findings
The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to substantiate the allegations. Interviews with residents and staff, record reviews, and observations indicated that the facility provides well-balanced meals with alternative options, offers various mentally and physically engaging activities, and maintains pest control with bi-monthly services. No deficiencies were cited.

Report Facts
Residents interviewed: 13 Staff interviewed: 7 Facility capacity: 166 Census: 80 Pest control frequency: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsburgExecutive Director (Administrator)Met during investigation and named in report
Socorro LeandroLicensing Program AnalystConducted investigation and signed report
Ulysses CoronelLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 99 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Oct 10, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to allegations received on 2023-11-27 regarding resident care issues including pressure injuries, use of double diapers, and illegal eviction.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated. Allegations included a resident sustaining pressure injuries, staff placing double diapers on a resident, and illegal eviction of a resident. The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to prove these allegations.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to substantiate the allegations. Medical records, staff and resident interviews, and document reviews did not support claims of pressure injuries, double diapering, or illegal eviction. No deficiencies were cited.

Report Facts
Capacity: 166 Census: 99 Staff interviewed: 7 Residents interviewed: 9 Complaint allegations: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsburgExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during exit interview and investigation
Wendy GibbsLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Eva M AlvarezLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 101 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Oct 3, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by allegations received on 2024-06-20 regarding staff not notifying authorized representatives of a resident's fall, not seeking timely medical care, and losing a resident's dentures.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved three allegations: 1) Staff did not notify the authorized representative of a resident's fall; 2) Staff did not seek timely medical care for the resident; 3) Staff lost the resident's dentures. The investigation was unsubstantiated as no evidence was found to prove the alleged violations.
Findings
The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to substantiate the allegations. Staff interviews, resident interviews, and document reviews showed that notifications and medical care procedures were generally followed, and the facility's policies on personal property were consistent with the admission agreement. No deficiencies were cited.

Report Facts
Capacity: 166 Census: 101 Staff interviewed: 7 Residents interviewed: 10

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Wendy GibbsLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Vanita HarrisBusiness ManagerMet with Licensing Program Analyst during exit interview
Rena HirschAdministrator / Executive DirectorFacility Administrator and Executive Director involved in investigation
Mendy GinsburgRegional Executive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analysts during investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 103 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Sep 27, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to allegations received on 2024-09-06 regarding staff locking a resident in their room, failure to meet residents' dietary needs, and not allowing residents to have personal food items.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation addressed three allegations: 1) Staff locked a resident inside their room; 2) Staff did not meet resident's dietary needs; 3) Staff did not allow residents to have personal food items. All allegations were found unsubstantiated based on interviews, observations, and record reviews.
Findings
The investigation found insufficient evidence to substantiate any of the allegations. Interviews with residents and staff, observations, and record reviews did not provide a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations occurred, resulting in all allegations being unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Capacity: 166 Census: 103 Staff interviewed: 7 Residents interviewed: 7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsburgAdministratorNamed in relation to the allegation of locking a resident in their room and interviewed during the investigation
Elvira GonzalezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Stephanie CifuentesSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 105 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Sep 19, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced subsequent annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool, continuing from a prior visit on 09/09/2024, to evaluate compliance and facility conditions.

Findings
The facility was found to be well-maintained with adequate supplies, operational safety equipment, proper infection control practices, and accurate medication administration records. No deficiencies or violations were noted in the report.

Report Facts
Resident files reviewed: 7 Staff files reviewed: 7 Hospice residents approved: 14 Resident bedrooms in Memory Care: 21 Resident bedrooms in Assisted Living: 71 Inspection start time: 834 Inspection end time: 1600 Water temperature range: 105 Water temperature range: 120 PPE supply duration: 30

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsbergAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and received report and appeal rights
Elvira GonzalezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection visit
Venita HarrisBusiness Office ManagerAssisted in touring the physical plant during inspection

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 103 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Sep 9, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced annual required visit conducted using the CARE Inspection Tool to evaluate facility compliance.

Findings
Due to time constraints and technical difficulties, the inspection was not fully completed and a handwritten report was processed. The Licensing Program Analyst will return at a later date to conclude the annual inspection.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Vanita HarrisBusiness Office ManagerMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the inspection and received the report.
Elvira GonzalezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced annual inspection visit.
Stephanie CifuentesLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager in the report.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 95 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Aug 22, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to multiple allegations received on 2023-10-02 regarding food sanitation, contaminated foods, pest control, kitchen cleanliness, and staff behavior towards residents.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation addressed allegations that staff were not following food service sanitation practices, residents were fed contaminated foods, the facility was not kept free of pests, the kitchen was not kept clean, and staff yelled at residents. After thorough investigation including interviews, observations, and record reviews, all allegations were found unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation included interviews with staff and residents, observations of the kitchen and dining areas, and record reviews. No evidence was found to substantiate any of the allegations, and no deficiencies were cited. The allegations were all determined to be unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Staff interviews: 9 Resident interviews: 9 Staff with valid Food Handler cards: 5 Pest control service dates: 7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsburgExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analysts during the investigation and involved in interviews
Regina CloydLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Hollie EnriquezLicensing Program AnalystAssisted in conducting the complaint investigation
Pamela BunkerLicensing Program AnalystConducted an unannounced complaint visit and risk assessment
Ulysses CoronelLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 98 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Aug 7, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a complaint investigation regarding allegations of illegal eviction at the facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility served a resident with an eviction notice and refused payment. The investigation determined the eviction notice was issued for nonpayment of rent, was properly sent to the licensing division, and complied with Title 22 regulations. The allegation was unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to support the allegation of illegal eviction. Records showed the eviction notice complied with regulations, and the resident subsequently paid the past due amount, leading to rescission of the eviction.

Report Facts
Capacity: 166 Census: 98 Eviction notice date: Aug 17, 2023 Billing statement date: Aug 1, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsburgAdministratorInterviewed regarding the eviction allegation and facility operations
Troy WatsonLicensing Program AnalystConducted complaint investigation and interviews
Stephanie CifuentesLicensing Program ManagerConducted complaint investigation and interviews

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 99 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Jul 3, 2024

Visit Reason
The investigation was conducted in response to a complaint alleging that staff serve food of poor quality at the facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged poor quality food service, including serving cold food, running out of nonperishables for breakfast, refusal to serve certain proteins, and use of disposable utensils. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to support the allegation that staff serve food of poor quality. Observations, record reviews, and interviews indicated that food is served warm, alternative nonperishables are provided when needed, a variety of protein options are available, and metal silverware and cloth napkins are used except during kitchen remodeling.

Report Facts
Residents interviewed: 10 Staff interviewed: 10 Residents indicating food served warm: 7 Staff indicating use of food warmers: 4 Residents indicating alternative nonperishables provided: 6 Staff indicating alternative nonperishables provided: 7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Rena HirschAdministratorMet during investigation and provided information regarding food service
Regina CloydLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Ulysses CoronelSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Census: 101 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Jun 12, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was a Case Management follow-up to an incident reported on 2024-06-10 involving two residents engaging in inappropriate activity, with the purpose of gathering records related to the incident.

Findings
No deficiencies were observed during the visit, and no citations were issued. Documentation including incident reports, staff schedules, resident rosters, and resident files were reviewed.

Report Facts
Incident report date: Jun 10, 2024 Staff schedule month: 6 Staff timecards dates: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alfonso IniguezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the Case Management visit and inspection
Marcia McKayWellness DirectorFacility representative who met with the Licensing Program Analyst and provided documents

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 95 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: May 16, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted to gather information regarding an allegation that the licensee does not assist a resident with arranging medical care.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that facility staff failed to assist resident #1 in arranging a medical appointment for posterior capsule opacification and that the facility was waiting for insurance matters to be resolved before transferring the resident. The investigation revealed that the resident was frustrated with the insurance process, which involved changing medical insurance carriers to see the preferred physician. Staff denied refusing assistance and explained the process. The resident confirmed the matter was resolved satisfactorily.
Findings
The investigation found no sufficient evidence to corroborate the allegation. Interviews with residents and staff, as well as review of medical and facility records, indicated that the facility staff were responsive and attentive in assisting with medical care appointments. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited.

Report Facts
Capacity: 166 Census: 95

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Ernand DabuetLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Mendy GingsbergRegional Executive DirectorInterviewed during investigation and participated in exit interview

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 166 Capacity: 166 Citations: 2 Date: Apr 25, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to allegations received on 08/01/2022 regarding resident injury, failure to seek timely medical attention, food quality, and incontinence care.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated regarding a resident sustaining a fracture and failure to seek timely medical attention. The allegations about food quality and incontinence care were unsubstantiated. A civil penalty of $500 was assessed related to the serious bodily injury.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that a resident sustained a fracture due to inadequate supervision and that staff failed to seek timely medical attention after the incident. Civil penalties were assessed. Allegations regarding food quality and incontinence care were unsubstantiated based on interviews and records reviewed.

Citations (2)
Facility staff failed to properly supervise a resident at risk for falls, resulting in a fracture and bruising.
Facility staff failed to ensure residents received timely medical attention after injury.
Report Facts
Civil Penalty Amount: 500 Capacity: 166 Census: 166

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Lizeth VillegasLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and subsequent visits.
Mendy GinsburgExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation visits.
Yonatan IsaacsAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report.
Douglas RealInvestigatorCalifornia Department of Social Services Investigations Branch investigator who interviewed residents and staff.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 166 Citations: 2 Date: Apr 25, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to multiple allegations including a resident sustaining a fracture while in care, failure to seek timely medical attention, food quality concerns, and failure to meet resident incontinence needs.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated. The resident sustained a fracture after falling during a transfer by a caregiver who was alone. Staff failed to seek timely medical attention despite visible injuries. The investigation included interviews with residents, staff, and review of medical and facility records. Civil penalties of $500 were assessed and are under appeal.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that a resident sustained a fracture due to inadequate supervision and that staff failed to seek timely medical attention after the fall. Two additional allegations regarding food quality and incontinence care were unsubstantiated based on interviews and record reviews.

Citations (2)
Facility staff failed to properly supervise a resident at risk for falls, resulting in a fracture and bruising.
Facility staff failed to ensure residents were regularly observed and did not provide timely medical attention after a fall.
Report Facts
Civil Penalty Amount: 500 Facility Capacity: 166

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Lizeth VillegasLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and subsequent visits.
Mendy GinsburgExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and provided responses to allegations.
Yonatan IsaacsAdministratorFacility administrator listed in report header.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 80 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Nov 15, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to an allegation that staff spoke inappropriately to a resident.

Complaint Details
The allegation was that staff spoke inappropriately to a resident. Interviews with 8 staff members and 8 residents found no evidence to support the claim. The allegation was unsubstantiated due to lack of sufficient evidence.
Findings
The investigation included interviews with staff and residents and a review of facility records. No evidence was found to substantiate the allegation, and the complaint was determined to be unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Capacity: 166 Census: 80 Staff interviewed: 8 Residents interviewed: 8 Residents denying inappropriate speech: 7 Staff denying inappropriate speech: 8

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsburgDirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation and received the exit interview
Felisa ShirleyLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Stephanie CifuentesSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 72 Capacity: 166 Citations: 2 Date: Sep 2, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced annual required visit was conducted using the CARE Inspection Tool to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations for the facility.

Findings
The facility was generally well maintained with adequate supplies, operational safety equipment, and infection control practices. However, deficiencies were found in staff training records, specifically missing current CPR/First Aid certifications and proof of mandatory medical training for several staff members.

Citations (2)
Five out of six staff did not have current CPR/First Aid certification on file.
Three out of six staff did not have proof of mandatory medical training.
Report Facts
Staff missing CPR/First Aid certification: 5 Staff missing mandatory medical training proof: 3 Hospice residents approved: 14 Residents in Assisted Living: 47 Residents in Memory Care: 25 Residents in Hospice Care: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marcia McKayWellness DirectorMet during inspection and exit interview
Ernand DabuetLicensing Program AnalystConducted inspection and authored report
Janae HammondLicensing Program ManagerSupervised inspection

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 73 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Aug 3, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection visit was conducted to investigate a complaint alleging unlawful eviction of a resident from the facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that resident #1 was evicted without prior notice, which was considered unlawful eviction. The investigation included interviews with staff, the resident, and a witness, as well as review of service records and facility observation. The allegation was found unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to support the allegation of unlawful eviction. Interviews, record reviews, and a facility tour indicated the resident voluntarily terminated residency and no eviction notice was required. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated.

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Capacity: 166 Census: 73

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mendy GinsburgExecutive DirectorMet during the investigation and participated in interviews
Ernand DabuetLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Ruby VelascoLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Janae HammondSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 60 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Mar 29, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted regarding the allegation that the facility failed to provide resident records upon request.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility failed to provide resident records upon request. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated after review of records and interviews with staff and residents.
Findings
The investigation found that all proper resident records were present and accessible. Interviews with staff and residents confirmed that records were not withheld and the record request had been fulfilled as of 03/21/2023. The allegation was unsubstantiated.

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Estimated Days of Completion: 20

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mario LeonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Mendy GinsburgExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and exit interview
Yonatan IsaacsAdministratorFacility administrator listed in report

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Annual Inspection
Census: 52 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Aug 27, 2021

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced annual required inspection with a primary focus on Infection Control measures using the new CARE Inspection Tool.

Findings
The facility was found to be sanitary and appropriately furnished with adequate infection control practices including screening protocols, PPE supply, and posted inspection control posters. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection visit.

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PPE supply duration: 30 Water temperature: 115.5 Facility temperature: 73 Capacity: 166 Census: 52

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Yonatan IsaacsAdministratorFacility administrator who met with Licensing Program Analyst and received the report
Susan CamposLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection visit
Michael CavaLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 52 Capacity: 166 Citations: 0 Date: Jul 16, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to a complaint received on 2020-09-14 alleging resident malnutrition, dehydration, serious injury, lack of supervision after a fall, and failure to seek timely medical attention.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved allegations that a resident suffered from malnutrition, dehydration, serious injury resulting in hospitalization, was left unsupervised after a fall, and the facility failed to seek timely medical attention. The investigation included interviews with staff and review of medical records. All allegations were found unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found that although the resident had a history of malnutrition and dehydration, the allegations were not substantiated based on interviews and medical record reviews. The resident's fall was unwitnessed but medical attention was timely and appropriate. Overall, the allegations were unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.

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Facility capacity: 166 Resident census: 52 Complaint receipt date: Sep 14, 2020 Resident ER arrival time: 1014

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Ana SotoLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Marylou JeyntyBusiness Office ManagerMet with investigator during inspection
John McMahonWellness NurseInterviewed during initial virtual visit
Lorraine PattersonIB InvestigatorConducted interviews and document review for complaint investigation
Amanda ShaonOmbudsmanInterviewed during investigation
Janae HammondLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report signature and oversight

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 63 Capacity: 166 Citations: 1 Date: Feb 23, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by an allegation that facility staff mismanaged a resident's medication and that the facility was in disrepair.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was initiated due to allegations that facility staff mismanaged a resident's medication and that the facility was in disrepair. The medication mismanagement allegation was found unsubstantiated, while the disrepair allegation was substantiated.
Findings
The investigation found the medication mismanagement allegation unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence, but substantiated the allegation of facility disrepair related to a loose rooftop patio rail and elevator issues, which were repaired. The facility was cited for maintenance and operation violations.

Citations (1)
The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors. This requirement is not met as evidenced by damage to rooftop patio rail and loose concrete posing safety risks.
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Capacity: 166 Census: 63 Plan of Correction Due Date: Feb 12, 2021

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Rosie JulinekAdministratorMet with during investigation and named in findings
Jose CalderonLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Janae HammondLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on report

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