Inspection Reports for
Cogir of Vallejo Hills
350 Locust Dr, Vallejo, CA 94591, United States, CA, 94591
Back to Facility ProfileDeficiencies (last 6 years)
Deficiencies (over 6 years)
0.5 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
88% better than California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
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Occupancy
Latest occupancy rate
59% occupied
Based on a November 2025 inspection.
This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.
Occupancy rate over time
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Mar 19, 2026
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation regarding an allegation that staff did not ensure the facility had 7 days of non-perishable food on the premises.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility's new kitchen staff discarded all non-perishable food, including emergency food supplies, resulting in the facility not maintaining the required 7-day supply. The allegation was unsubstantiated after investigation.
Findings
Based on observations, interviews, and record review, there was insufficient evidence to support the allegation that the facility failed to maintain a 7-day supply of non-perishable food. The complaint was determined to be unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 80
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Caitlynn Felias | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Allison Mendoza | Health and Wellness Director | Met with evaluator during investigation |
| Richard Breitkreutz | Executive Director | Met with evaluator during investigation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Mar 19, 2026
Visit Reason
The inspection visit was an unannounced complaint investigation regarding an allegation that a staff member worked while under the influence of alcohol/drugs impairing their ability to provide adequate care and supervision, which presented a risk to residents.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that Staff Member 1 (S1) worked under the influence of alcohol and drugs 'all the time' and was unable to provide adequate care and supervision to residents because they were intoxicated. The allegation was found to be unfounded.
Findings
The investigation found that the staff member in question was not in a direct care position and did not work directly with assisted living residents. The allegation that the staff member was intoxicated while providing care was determined to be unfounded based on document review, interviews, and observations.
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Capacity: 80
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Barajas | Administrator | Named as facility administrator |
| Allison Mendoza | Health and Wellness Director | Met during investigation and exit interview |
| Richard Breitkreutz | Executive Director | Met during investigation and exit interview |
| Caitlynn Felias | Licensing Program Analyst | Investigator conducting complaint investigation |
| Victoria Bertozzi | Supervisor | Supervisor overseeing investigation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Mar 19, 2026
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation regarding an allegation that a staff member worked while under the influence of alcohol/drugs impairing their ability to provide adequate care and supervision, which presented a risk to residents.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that Staff Member 1 (S1) frequently came to work under the influence of alcohol and drugs, impairing their ability to provide care and supervision to residents. The allegation was investigated and found to be unfounded.
Findings
The investigation found that the staff member in question was not in a direct care position and primarily worked in independent living areas, not assisted living. The department was unable to determine if the staff member appeared intoxicated in the presence of assisted living residents. The allegation was found to be unfounded.
Report Facts
Capacity: 80
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Allison Mendoza | Health and Wellness Director | Met with during investigation |
| Richard Breitkreutz | Executive Director | Met with during investigation |
| Caitlynn Felias | Licensing Evaluator | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Victoria Bertozzi | Supervisor | Supervisor overseeing the investigation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Mar 19, 2026
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation regarding an allegation that staff did not ensure the facility had 7 days of non-perishable food on the premises.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility's new kitchen staff discarded all non-perishable food, including emergency food supplies, resulting in the facility not maintaining the required 7-day supply. The allegation was unsubstantiated after investigation.
Findings
Based on observations, interviews, and record review, there was insufficient evidence to support the allegation that the facility failed to maintain a 7-day supply of non-perishable food. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 80
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Allison Mendoza | Health and Wellness Director | Met with during investigation |
| Richard Breitkreutz | Executive Director | Met with during investigation |
| Caitlynn Felias | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Feb 12, 2026
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Required 1 Year Visit to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements at the Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst reviewed staff and resident files, fire safety inspections, and emergency preparedness. All staff files were background cleared and had required certifications. Resident files were up to date. The facility had an approved fire clearance and hospice waiver. The Annual Inspection was not completed and will be continued at a later date.
Report Facts
Residents in care: 166
Staff on-site: 66
Hospice waiver capacity: 6
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Barajas | Administrator/Executive Director | Named as former Administrator/Executive Director no longer at facility |
| Denise Vasquez | Business Office Manager | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
| Allison Mendoza | Health and Wellness Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and will submit paperwork for Change of Administrator |
| Davina Barker | Regional Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
| Caitlynn Felias | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection |
| Victoria Bertozzi | Licensing Program Manager | Named as Licensing Program Manager |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Feb 12, 2026
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Required 1 Year Visit to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements for the Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst reviewed staff and resident files, fire safety inspections, and emergency preparedness documentation. Staff files were found to be complete with required certifications, and resident files had updated assessments. The facility had an approved fire clearance and hospice waiver. The Annual Inspection was not completed and will be continued at a later date.
Report Facts
Residents in care: 166
Staff on-site: 66
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Barajas | Administrator/Executive Director | Named as former Administrator/Executive Director no longer at the facility |
| Denise Vasquez | Business Office Manager | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
| Allison Mendoza | Health and Wellness Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and will submit paperwork for Change of Administrator |
| Davina Barker | Regional Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 47
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Nov 17, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by an allegation received on 2025-09-09 that a staff member was intoxicated while at work.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that Staff Member 1 was intoxicated at work in February 2025. Interviews revealed S1 admitted to being hungover a few times but has been sober since March 2025. Observations and interviews with supervisors did not confirm intoxication. The allegation was deemed unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found the allegation unsubstantiated based on interviews, record reviews, and observations. No evidence confirmed intoxication during work hours, and no deficiencies were cited.
Report Facts
Complaint Control Number: 21
Capacity: 80
Census: 47
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Elias Magdaleno | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings |
| Jose Barajas | Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 47
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Nov 17, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by an allegation that a staff member was intoxicated while at work.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that Staff Member 1 was intoxicated at work in February 2025, indicated by eyes and breath. Interviews revealed S1 admitted to being hungover a few times but has been sober since March 2025. The allegation was unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence.
Findings
The investigation found the allegation unsubstantiated based on interviews, record reviews, and observations. No evidence confirmed intoxication during work hours, and no deficiencies were cited.
Report Facts
Complaint Control Number: 21
Complaint Control Number Full: 20250909132138
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Elias Magdaleno | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings. |
| Jose Barajas | Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation. |
| Susan Allen | Administrator | Facility administrator named in report header. |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 42
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Feb 19, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Required 1 Year visit to evaluate compliance with regulations for an assisted living facility.
Findings
The facility was found to be clean, orderly, and compliant with safety and health regulations. No deficiencies were cited during the visit. Staff and resident documentation were in order, emergency plans and supplies were adequate, and fire safety systems were up to date.
Report Facts
Staff file sample size: 8
Resident file sample size: 8
Medication spot check sample size: 5
Hot water temperature sample size: 7
Fire extinguisher service date: Jan 20, 2025
Fire department inspection date: Apr 30, 2024
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Susan Allen | Acting Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and named in report |
| Robert Frank | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection and authored the report |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 41
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 2
Date: Mar 11, 2024
Visit Reason
Unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received on 2023-12-06 regarding the facility's signal system not working properly and staff not answering residents' calls in a timely manner.
Complaint Details
Complaint was substantiated based on evidence that the facility's signal system and staff response to residents' calls were inadequate, posing immediate and potential risks to resident health and safety.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that the facility's front door phone system and call button pendant system were not working properly, resulting in delayed staff response to residents' calls for assistance, including a case where a resident waited up to 32 minutes for help. The facility has since installed a new phone system and corrected the issues.
Deficiencies (2)
Residents of residential care facilities for the elderly did not receive care, supervision, and services that meet their individual needs due to insufficient staff response to call buttons, resulting in a resident waiting about 32 minutes for assistance.
Facility signal system did not transmit visual and/or auditory signals properly to summon staff, including issues with phones and pendant calls not alerting staff.
Report Facts
Resident wait time: 32
Facility capacity: 80
Facility census: 41
Plan of Correction due date: Mar 14, 2024
Plan of Correction due date: Apr 5, 2024
Proof of training due date: Mar 21, 2024
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Araceli Canela | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and signed the report. |
| Susan Allen | Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation. |
| Saveiro Gratteri | Executive Chef | Met with Licensing Program Analyst and authorized to sign reports. |
| Kaitlyn Clarey | Administrator | Facility administrator who provided statements regarding the signal system issues. |
| Kimberley Mota | Licensing Program Manager | Named in the report as Licensing Program Manager. |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 36
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jan 13, 2024
Visit Reason
This was an unannounced annual inspection visit conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with licensing requirements.
Findings
The inspection found no deficiencies. One wing of the building was sealed off due to plumbing repairs, with affected residents relocated temporarily. Several administrative documents were requested for update and submission by a specified date.
Report Facts
Capacity: 80
Census: 36
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Susan Allen | Executive Director | Present and completed the visit |
| Saverio Gratteri | Facility Chef | Toured the facility with the Licensing Program Analyst |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 38
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Jan 4, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted regarding an allegation that an uncleared adult had access to residents in care.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleging that an uncleared adult had access to residents in care was substantiated based on evidence that staff S1 was not cleared to work in the facility but was allowed access.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that staff member S1 did not have proper fingerprint clearance and was allowed access to residents by being hired as an outside contractor while clearance was pending. A $100 civil penalty was assessed for this violation.
Deficiencies (1)
Staff S1 did not have the proper fingerprint clearance and had access to residents in care, posing an immediate risk to health and safety.
Report Facts
Civil penalty amount: 100
Deficiency count: 1
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Araceli Canela | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and authored the report |
| Kimberley Mota | Licensing Program Manager | Oversaw the complaint investigation report |
| Susan Allen | Administrator/Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation |
Inspection Report
Census: 41
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Aug 31, 2023
Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst arrived unannounced to follow up on a death report received for resident R-1 who died on July 08, 2023.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst toured portions of the facility, spoke with the Administrator, obtained medical records for the deceased resident, and requested additional records. No citations were issued during this visit.
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 38
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Feb 24, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Annual Required - 1 Year inspection focused on infection control procedures and practices at the facility.
Findings
The facility was found to have appropriate infection control practices including COVID-19 precautions, PPE training, and daily cleaning. The facility environment was safe with fire safety equipment serviced and exits unobstructed. An issue with a sprinkler or leak at the main entrance was noted and additional information was requested. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.
Report Facts
Approved hospice waiver residents: 6
Fire extinguisher service date: Nov 16, 2022
PPE supply duration: 30
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Denise April Vasquez | Business Office Manager | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and exit interview |
| Kaitlyn Clarey | Administrator | Named as facility administrator; not available during inspection |
| Araceli Canela | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection |
| Kimberley Mota | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report header |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 37
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Aug 5, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by a complaint received on 2022-04-29 alleging that the facility failed to meet residents' care needs.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility failed to meet residents' care needs when staff did not assist Resident 1 with incontinent care and left the resident in a damp bed. The investigation found no corroborating statements from staff and was unable to obtain statements from the resident. The allegation was unsubstantiated.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst conducted interviews and observations but found no corroborating evidence to substantiate the allegation that staff failed to assist a resident with incontinent care. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated and no citations were issued.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 80
Census: 37
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Araceli Canela | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings |
| Helen Casas | Health and Wellness Director | Met with the Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 36
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: May 9, 2022
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by an allegation that facility staff was financially abusing a resident in care.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged staff was financially abusing a resident by purchasing a brand new vehicle for a staff member. The allegation was found to be unfounded as the staff member was not employed at the time of the incident.
Findings
The investigation found that the staff member in question was no longer employed at the facility when the alleged incident occurred, and the resident was capable of independent community access. The allegation was determined to be unfounded and the complaint was dismissed with no citations issued.
Report Facts
Complaint Control Number: 21
Complaint Control Number: 20220216100627
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Araceli Canela | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings |
| Kaitlyn Clarey | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 36
Capacity: 80
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Dec 15, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Annual Required - 1 Year inspection focused on Infection Control procedures and practices at the facility.
Findings
The facility was found to be compliant with infection control practices including COVID-19 precautions, PPE training, and visitor screening. The environment was safe with operational fire safety equipment and sufficient food supplies. No citations were issued during the visit.
Report Facts
Hospice waiver residents: 6
Fire extinguisher service date: Nov 4, 2021
COVID-19 Mitigation plan submission date: Jul 20, 2021
Inspection start time: 1232
Inspection end time: 1420
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Carol Dowell | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
| Araceli Canela | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the Annual Required - 1 Year inspection |
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