Inspection Reports for Fredericka Manor Retirement Community in Chula Vista

Licensing Program Analyst Jose De La Cruz conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection to review the facility's compliance with licensing requirements.

The facility was found clean, sanitary, and in good repair with required furnishings and safety measures in place. One deficiency was cited related to hot water temperature controls exceeding the allowed maximum in two locations.

The visit was an unannounced Case Management Visit conducted in response to a self-reported incident involving two residents who experienced delayed assistance after pressing their pendant button.

The Licensing Program Analyst interviewed staff and residents and reviewed facility records. No deficiencies were cited or observed during this visit.

The visit was conducted in response to a self-reported incident involving a missing sum of money belonging to Resident 1, reported by the resident's Power of Attorney.

The Licensing Program Analyst conducted an unannounced case management visit, interviewed the resident, reviewed facility records, and found no deficiencies cited or observed during the visit.

The complaint involved a missing amount of $500 to $600 from Resident 1's funds, following a withdrawal of $800 on 12/17/2024. The facility conducted an internal investigation and filed a police report with the Chula Vista Police Department, incident #12894. No deficiencies were found during the investigation.

An unannounced required annual inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements and facility conditions.

The facility was found to be clean, sanitary, and in good repair with no deficiencies observed or cited. Resident rooms and common areas met all regulatory standards, and records review did not raise any licensing concerns.

An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to allegations that a resident's room passageways were obstructed and that staff were not following the resident's special diet.

The investigation found the allegations to be unsubstantiated. The resident's room passageways were not obstructed as the resident had hired a moving company and unpacking services were not provided by the facility. The resident's special diet was generally followed as prescribed, although the resident could select any menu items including carbohydrates.

The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated, meaning the preponderance of evidence standard was not met and the allegations were not valid.

The visit was an unannounced Case Management Visit in response to a self-reported incident involving a resident who suffered a fall and fracture.

The Licensing Program Analyst interviewed staff and reviewed facility records. The resident was discharged back to the facility on June 8, 2024. No deficiencies were cited or observed during this visit.

The visit was conducted in response to an LIC624 Incident Report regarding Resident #1 who left the facility and was unable to find their way back home, prompting a police intervention.

No deficiencies were cited during the visit. The facility followed its Absentee Notification Plan, notified the resident's physician, and performed a timely reappraisal of care needs, relocating the resident to a secured memory care section. Technical Assistance was issued regarding the Absentee Notification Plan.

The complaint involved Resident #1 leaving the facility unassisted and being found by police later that evening. The resident was unharmed, and the facility's response and care appraisal were appropriate and timely.

An unannounced collateral visit was conducted by the Licensing Program Analyst to discuss the purpose of the visit and conduct interviews with staff.

No deficiencies were cited during this unannounced collateral visit. An exit interview was conducted and the Licensee/Appeal Rights were provided.

An unannounced required one-year inspection was conducted to ensure substantial compliance with Title 22 regulations at Fredericka Manor.

The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with regulations, with operational safety systems, adequate staffing, proper medication storage and administration, sanitary resident rooms, and compliant staff and resident records. No deficiencies or violations were noted in the report.

The visit was conducted in response to a self-submitted SOC341 Report of Suspected Dependent Adult/Elder Abuse involving a resident and staff members.

The investigation found no preponderance of evidence that staff abused the resident or violated their personal rights. No deficiencies were cited or observed during the visit.

The complaint involved a suspected dependent adult/elder abuse incident reported by the licensee. The resident had baseline memory loss and resided in a secured memory care unit. The investigation included interviews and record reviews, and the complaint was not substantiated.

An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to an allegation that the facility did not safeguard a resident's belongings.

The investigation found that the resident experienced flooding in their room due to a broken toilet, and subsequently reported a missing wedding ring. Facility staff searched extensively but the ring was not found. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated as there was insufficient evidence to support the claim.

The complaint alleged that the facility did not safeguard a resident's belongings, specifically a missing wedding ring after a flooding incident. The allegation was unsubstantiated based on interviews and records review.

The inspection was an unannounced Required 1-Year Visit conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with licensing requirements, including infection control measures.

No deficiencies were cited or observed during the inspection. The Licensing Program Analyst provided technical assistance and evaluated the facility's infection control mitigation plan, including disinfection, testing surveillance, screening protocols, and use of personal protective equipment.

An unannounced Case Management Visit was conducted to review the facility file, interact with staff and residents, and conduct a health and safety visit.

No deficiencies were cited or observed during this visit. All staff present had current criminal record clearances.

An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to allegations that the facility did not meet residents' nutritional needs, did not keep residents hydrated, and did not communicate appropriately with responsible parties.

The investigation found that the alleged victim was residing in the Skilled Nursing section, which is outside the jurisdiction of the Community Care Licensing Division. Therefore, the allegations were determined to be unfounded and the complaint was dismissed.

The complaint was determined to be unfounded as the alleged victim was in a Skilled Nursing Facility, which is not under the jurisdiction of the investigating agency.

An unannounced Case Management visit was conducted to review the facility file, interact with staff and residents, and obtain facility records.

No deficiencies were cited or observed during this health and safety visit.

An unannounced Case Management visit was conducted related to an incident report concerning a staff medical emergency and missing resident medications.

No deficiencies were cited during the visit. Additional guidance was provided regarding reporting requirements and the level of detail needed in incident reports.

The visit was triggered by a self-reported unusual incident involving Staff 1's medical emergency and missing medications for Resident 1. No deficiencies were found.

The inspection was an annual required licensing inspection focused on infection control due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

No deficiencies were observed during the inspection. The facility demonstrated compliance with infection control practices including COVID-19 mitigation measures such as a sign-in policy, hand hygiene promotion, face coverings, and adequate PPE supply.

The visit was an unannounced case management incident investigation following a self-reported incident where a resident eloped from the memory care unit unnoticed but was returned the same day without injury.

No deficiencies were cited during the visit after interviews and record reviews were conducted.

The visit was an unannounced case management investigation triggered by a self-reported incident involving a resident receiving an incorrect amount of prescribed as needed medication (PRN) on September 11, 2021.

During the visit, interviews and record reviews were conducted, and no deficiencies were cited. The case management requires further investigation.

The complaint involved Resident 1 receiving an incorrect amount of prescribed as needed medication resulting in medical intervention. The investigation was ongoing at the time of the report.

An unannounced case management visit was conducted to check on the health and safety of residents in care.

No immediate health and/or safety concerns were observed during the visit, and no deficiencies were issued.

The visit was an unannounced case management inspection triggered by a self-reported incident where a resident eloped from the memory care unit on July 7, 2021.

During the visit, interviews and resident record reviews were conducted, and no deficiencies were cited.

The complaint involved an incident where Resident 1 eloped from the memory care unit and was found outside the unit. The facility self-reported this incident to Community Care Licensing on July 12, 2021.

The visit was an unannounced case management incident visit to discuss Incident Reports received on June 25, 2021, including review of staff and resident records and interviews.

No deficiencies were observed during the visit. An exit interview was conducted and the report along with licensee appeal rights was provided to the Director of Resident Services.

The visit was conducted to discuss an Incident Report received on April 07, 2021, as part of a Case Management - Incident unannounced virtual visit due to COVID-19.

No deficiencies were observed during the visit after interviewing staff, reviewing resident records, and touring the facility.

The visit was triggered by an incident report received on April 07, 2021. No deficiencies or substantiation status were noted.

The visit was a virtual Case Management visit conducted to discuss Incident Reports received on March 10, 15, 16, and 17, 2021.

No deficiencies were observed during the visit. The Licensing Program Analyst interviewed staff, requested staff records, and briefly toured the facility.