Fountain Grove Lodge, a 741‑type residential care facility in Santa Rosa, has been operating under a change‑of‑ownership license since early 2023. During the initial pre‑licensing visit in February, the Licensing Program Analyst verified that the facility met the state’s operational and staffing requirements and confirmed that the latest fire clearance document—though lacking a detailed breakdown of the main building, five bungalows, and memory‑care wing—cleared the facility for its authorized 173 residents. The analyst noted that all fire extinguishers were serviced, exits were clear, and the locked medication and toxin rooms complied with safety protocols.

In a 2024 case‑management inspection triggered by a resident incident, the analyst reviewed the incident and death reports, medical records, and staff interviews. The investigation found that the resident involved was independent and that staff had addressed the situation promptly. No deficiencies were cited, and the facility’s staff certifications and training records were up to date. This visit reaffirmed the facility’s responsiveness to incidents and adherence to resident‑safety standards.

The July 2024 annual required inspection, conducted unannounced, confirmed that Fountain Grove Lodge maintains all mandatory plans—emergency disaster, infection control, and dementia care—and that its hospice waiver covers ten residents. Fire clearance details matched those documented in February, and all staff had required criminal background checks, first‑aid, and CPR certifications. The analyst requested updates to the emergency disaster and infection control plans and the submission of current liability insurance, but noted no deficiencies at the time of inspection. Over the course of these visits, the facility consistently demonstrated compliance with regulatory standards, effective emergency preparedness, and a stable capacity aligned with its authorized ceiling, suggesting a pattern of ongoing operational stability and safety.