Inspection Reports for
Hollybrook Senior Living of Orange

CA, 92706

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Deficiencies (last 4 years)

Deficiencies (over 4 years) 11.3 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

183% worse than California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

24 18 12 6 0
2022
2023
2024
2025

Census

Latest occupancy rate 58% occupied

Based on a November 2025 inspection.

This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.

Occupancy over time

30 60 90 120 150 Sep 2022 Aug 2023 Feb 2024 May 2024 May 2025 Nov 2025 Nov 2025

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 76 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 18, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced annual required inspection conducted by Licensing Program Analysts Kimberly Lyman and Fred Arias at Willow View Gardens Memory Care & Assisted Living.

Findings
The facility was toured including physical plant, food service, and first aid kit. Resident rooms and common areas were found to be adequately equipped and maintained. Safety equipment such as smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and emergency supplies were checked and found compliant. Resident files contained required documentation. No residents were on hospice during the visit. The inspection was ongoing with plans to return for continuation.

Report Facts
Licensed capacity: 130 Bedridden capacity: 50 Current census: 76 Water temperature range: 105 Water temperature range: 110.3 Last emergency drill date: Oct 20, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator present during inspection and named in report
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted inspection and signed report
Fred AriasLicensing Program AnalystConducted inspection

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 76 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Nov 12, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to an allegation that staff abandoned a resident at the hospital.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleging staff abandoned a resident at the hospital was substantiated based on evidence including interviews and hospital discharge records. The facility was unwilling to accept the resident back on 11/03/2025 despite medical clearance, which was a violation of care and supervision requirements.
Findings
The investigation substantiated the allegation that the facility failed to provide care and supervision by initially refusing to accept the resident back after hospitalization, posing a potential health and safety risk to residents in care.

Deficiencies (1)
Care and supervision as defined in Section 87101(c)(3) and Health and Safety Code section 1569.2(c) was not met as the licensee failed to accept the resident back to the facility after hospitalization.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 76 Plan of Correction Due Date: Nov 26, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit and authored the report
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator involved in questioning discharge and facility operations

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 77 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 12, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to a complaint received on June 6, 2025, alleging multiple issues including mismanagement of medications, failure to prevent resident harm, inadequate housekeeping, safeguarding of personal items, toileting assistance, inappropriate staff communication, and improper hand hygiene.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unannounced and focused on allegations that staff did not provide mail to residents, mismanaged medications, failed to prevent resident harm, did not provide timely housekeeping and toileting assistance, spoke inappropriately to residents, did not safeguard personal items, and did not implement proper hand hygiene. The investigation found these allegations to be unsubstantiated or unfounded.
Findings
After interviews with residents and staff, observations, and document reviews, all allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated or unfounded. Residents and staff reported no significant issues with medication management, resident safety, housekeeping, safeguarding personal items, toileting assistance, staff communication, or hand hygiene. No deficiencies were cited.

Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 77

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalExecutive DirectorAssisted with the complaint investigation visit and exit interview
Michael TeaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Amie PangilinanNurse Consultant (similar to Health Service Director)Monitors MedTech staff and oversees medication management

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 77 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 12, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to a complaint received on June 6, 2025, alleging multiple issues including staff not providing mail to residents, mismanagement of medications, failure to prevent resident harm, inadequate housekeeping, failure to safeguard personal items, delayed toileting assistance, inappropriate staff communication, and improper hand hygiene.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unannounced and addressed multiple allegations including failure to provide mail, medication mismanagement, resident harm prevention, housekeeping timeliness, safeguarding personal items, toileting assistance, inappropriate staff communication, and hand hygiene. The allegation regarding mail was unsubstantiated, while all other allegations were unfounded.
Findings
After interviews with residents and staff, observations, and record reviews, all allegations were determined to be either unsubstantiated or unfounded. Residents and staff reported generally adequate services, proper medication management, respectful communication, timely housekeeping and toileting assistance, safeguarding of personal belongings, and proper hand hygiene practices. No deficiencies were cited.

Report Facts
Complaint control number: 22-AS-20250606123601 Capacity: 130 Census: 77 Number of residents interviewed: 8

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalExecutive DirectorAssisted with the complaint investigation visit and exit interview
Michael TeaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Amie PangilinanNurse Consultant (similar to Health Service Director)Monitors MedTech staff and oversees medication management and training

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 72 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Jun 19, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by an allegation that facility staff were not ensuring that an appropriately skilled professional was assisting residents with injections.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that facility staff were not ensuring that an appropriately skilled professional was assisting residents with injections. The allegation was substantiated based on resident interviews and investigation findings.
Findings
The investigation found that staff denied injecting residents with insulin and the Administrator reported that registered nurses are on call but do not inject residents. Resident interviews indicated that residents self-inject insulin and staff have not injected residents in recent years. Based on the evidence, the allegation was substantiated.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure that injections are administered by an appropriately skilled professional as required by CCR 87629(b)(1).
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 72 Deficiency Type A: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: Jul 3, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
William VanegasLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility Administrator interviewed during the investigation and named in findings
Armando J LuceroLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 69 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 27, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by an allegation that staff did not safeguard a resident's personal belongings.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff did not safeguard a resident's personal belongings. The investigation found conflicting evidence and was unable to corroborate the allegation, resulting in an unsubstantiated finding.
Findings
The investigation included interviews, room inspection, police records, and photographs. Conflicting information was found regarding missing items, and the allegation was deemed unsubstantiated due to lack of sufficient evidence.

Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 69

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorSpoke with Licensing Program Manager regarding investigation findings
Kimberley MotaLicensing EvaluatorConducted the complaint investigation
Carla MartinezSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 69 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 27, 2025

Visit Reason
Unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted due to an allegation that staff did not safeguard a resident’s personal belongings.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff did not safeguard a resident’s personal belongings. The investigation found conflicting statements and evidence, including police records and room inspection, and concluded the allegation was unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation included interviews, room inspection, photographs, police records, and medical records. Conflicting information was found regarding missing items, and the allegation was deemed unsubstantiated due to lack of sufficient evidence.

Report Facts
Residents interviewed: 6 Items missing reported: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorSpoke with Licensing Program Manager during telephone visit and received report for signature.
Kimberley MotaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation.
Carla MartinezLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 73 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 20, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation initiated due to an allegation that a resident's personal rights were violated.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated. The allegation was that a resident's personal rights were violated due to a TikTok video involving the resident and staff. The resident had passed away prior to the investigation. The staff member's TikTok account did not have public videos of residents, but private videos with views were found. The staff violated the Employee Handbook's standards of conduct regarding unprofessional interaction with residents.
Findings
The investigation found that a TikTok video involving a resident and staff was not posted publicly, but several private videos with views were observed, indicating a potential violation of residents' personal rights. The allegation was substantiated based on interviews and record review.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure residents' personal privacy as four out of six private TikTok videos had views ranging from 8-274, posing a potential personal rights risk.
Report Facts
Census: 73 Total Capacity: 130 Private TikTok videos viewed: 6 Private videos with views: 4 Deficiency count: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: 7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jessica ChoLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Christine JuarezLicenseeFacility representative met during the investigation and exit interview
Alice CastilloHousekeeperGreeted Licensing Program Analyst and granted entry
Maroma HerreraActivity DirectorWas informed of the purpose of the visit
Alma EspinalAdministratorNamed as facility administrator
S1Staff member involved in the TikTok video and violation of standards of conduct

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 73 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 20, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted following a complaint received on 2025-05-15 alleging that a resident's personal rights were violated.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that a resident's personal rights were violated. The allegation was substantiated based on interviews, record review, and evidence of private TikTok videos with views ranging from 8 to 274, violating the facility's standards of conduct.
Findings
The investigation found that a TikTok video of a resident and a staff member dancing was posted privately on the staff member's account, with some videos having views from followers. This was determined to be a violation of the resident's personal rights and the facility's standards of conduct.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure residents' personal rights to reasonable privacy as evidenced by private TikTok videos with views posing a potential personal rights risk.
Report Facts
Census: 73 Total Capacity: 130 Number of private TikTok videos viewed: 6 Number of private TikTok videos with views: 4 Deficiency Type: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: 7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jessica ChoLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Christine JuarezLicenseeFacility representative met during the investigation and exit interview
Alice CastilloHousekeeperGranted entry to Licensing Program Analyst during investigation
Maroma HerreraActivity DirectorInformed of the purpose of the visit during investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 70 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 13, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced visit to investigate a complaint alleging that the facility did not safeguard a resident's personal belongings.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility did not safeguard a resident's personal belongings. The allegation was investigated and found unsubstantiated due to conflicting information and lack of evidence.
Findings
The investigation revealed conflicting information regarding missing items; residents and staff denied theft, and documentation did not support the allegation. Due to lack of corroborating evidence, the allegation was deemed unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 130 Resident census: 70 Instances of resident accusations: 6 Inspection start time: 8 Inspection end time: 10

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Tony RuizMaintenance DirectorMet with the Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorMet via telephone during the investigation

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 70 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 13, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint alleging that the facility did not safeguard a resident's personal belongings.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility did not safeguard a resident's personal belongings. The investigation was unannounced and included interviews with staff and residents, a facility tour, and review of documentation. The allegation was found unsubstantiated due to conflicting information and lack of evidence.
Findings
The investigation revealed conflicting information regarding missing items; residents and staff denied theft, and documentation showed previous accusations were unsubstantiated. Due to lack of corroborating evidence, the allegation was deemed unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Complaint Control Number: 22-AS-20250507101501 Facility Capacity: 130 Census: 70 Date complaint received: 05/07/2025 Inspection start time: 08:00 AM Inspection end time: 10:10 AM Pipe repair date: 04/07/2025 Toilet unclog date: 04/08/2025 Number of prior accusations: 6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator contacted during investigation
Tony RuizMaintenance DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 82 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 19, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted following complaints alleging that a resident sustained unexplained injuries and an unwitnessed fall due to lack of supervision, and that facility staff did not dispense medications as prescribed.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by allegations received on 09/12/2024 concerning unexplained injuries and falls due to lack of supervision and improper medication dispensing. The investigation included interviews with staff, review of medical and medication records, and police reports. The allegations were found unsubstantiated or unfounded.
Findings
The investigation found the allegations of lack of supervision leading to unexplained injuries and falls to be unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence. The allegation regarding medication administration was deemed unfounded after review of medication orders and interviews.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 130 Resident census: 82 Medication dosage: 5 Medication dosage: 8

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Tony RuizMaintenance DirectorMet with the evaluator during the investigation
Alisa OrtizSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 82 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 19, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted following a complaint received on 09/12/2024 alleging that a resident sustained unexplained injuries and an unwitnessed fall due to lack of supervision, and that facility staff did not dispense medications as prescribed.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that a resident sustained unexplained injuries and an unwitnessed fall due to lack of supervision, and that medications were not dispensed as prescribed. The investigation included interviews with staff, review of medical and medication records, and police reports. The allegations regarding injuries and fall were unsubstantiated, and the medication allegation was unfounded.
Findings
The investigation found that the allegations of unexplained injuries and unwitnessed fall due to lack of supervision were unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence. The allegation that facility staff did not dispense medications as prescribed was deemed unfounded based on staff interviews and record review.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 130 Resident census: 82

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and unannounced visit
Tony RuizMaintenance DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager

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Plan of Correction
Census: 78 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Nov 13, 2024

Visit Reason
Unannounced Plan of Correction (POC) visit based on deficiencies cited in a prior inspection on 2024-11-06.

Findings
All previously cited deficiencies related to centrally stored medications, basic services, and TB testing have been cleared with proof of correction provided. The licensee has complied with the Plan of Correction.

Deficiencies (3)
Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87465(h)(2) pertaining to Centrally Stored Medications
Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87464(f)(4) pertaining to Basic Services
Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87411(f) pertaining to TB testing

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced Plan of Correction visit.
Alma EspinalAdministrator/DirectorFacility Administrator/Director named in the report.

Inspection Report

Plan of Correction
Census: 78 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Nov 13, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced Plan of Correction (POC) visit was conducted based on deficiencies cited in a prior inspection on 2024-11-06.

Findings
All previously cited deficiencies related to centrally stored medications, basic services, and TB testing were cleared with proof of correction provided. The licensee was advised to remain in compliance with previously cited items.

Deficiencies (3)
Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87465(h)(2) pertaining to Centrally Stored Medications has been cleared.
Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87464(f)(4) pertaining to Basic Services has been cleared.
Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87411(f) pertaining to TB testing has been cleared.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced Plan of Correction visit.
Alisa OrtizSupervisorSupervisor named in the report.
Erick GonzalezMet with during the inspection visit.
Alma EspinalAdministrator/DirectorFacility Administrator/Director.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 78 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Nov 6, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced annual required inspection to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations at Willow View Gardens Memory Care & Assisted Living.

Findings
The inspection found multiple deficiencies including unsecured medications accessible to residents, incomplete staff health screenings (missing TB tests), and medication administration errors where four out of seven medications were not administered per physician orders. The facility also had unsecured medications in resident apartments and medication rooms, posing immediate health and safety risks.

Deficiencies (3)
Three out of six personnel files lacked proof of TB testing, posing a potential health and safety risk.
Multiple instances of unsecured medications accessible to residents were observed.
Four out of seven resident medications were not administered per physician's orders or lacked documentation.
Report Facts
Residents present: 78 Licensed capacity: 130 Residents on hospice: 10 Residents in assisted living: 59 Residents in memory care: 19 Medications not administered per order: 4 Staff without TB test proof: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorNamed in relation to facility administration and certification
William VanegasLicensing EvaluatorConducted inspection and authored report
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted inspection
Armando J LuceroSupervisorSupervisor overseeing inspection

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 78 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Nov 6, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced annual required inspection to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations at Willow View Gardens Memory Care & Assisted Living.

Findings
The inspection found unsecured medications accessible to residents, staff files lacking proof of TB testing, and medications not administered per physician orders. The facility had deficiencies related to personnel health screening, medication storage, and medication administration.

Deficiencies (3)
Three out of six personnel records did not have a TB test result, posing a potential health and safety risk.
Multiple instances of unsecured medications observed, posing an immediate health and safety risk.
Four out of seven resident medications were not administered per physician's order or lacked documentation, posing an immediate health and safety risk.
Report Facts
Residents in assisted living: 59 Residents in memory care: 19 Residents on hospice: 10 Staff without proof of TB testing: 3 Medications not administered per physician order: 4

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator present during inspection and named in report
William VanegasLicensing Program AnalystConducted inspection and signed report
Armando J LuceroLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor overseeing inspection and cited in deficiency section
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted inspection

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 84 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 28, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management follow-up on an incident report submitted on 2024-05-31 involving a resident who was sent out for a psychiatric evaluation after making threats.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved Resident 1 who was sent out on a 5150 psychiatric evaluation after allegedly making threats to kill everyone in the facility. The resident was evaluated and referred for a hold and has not returned to the facility.
Findings
The facility appeared clean, safe, and sanitary during the visit. The resident involved in the incident was sent to a medical center and had not returned. No deficiencies or violations were noted during the visit.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit
Sam HaddadinLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit
Alma EspinalAdministrator/DirectorFacility Administrator/Director
Erick GonzalezMet with during the inspection
Alisa OrtizSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the licensing evaluation

Inspection Report

Census: 84 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 28, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted to follow up on an incident report submitted on 2024-05-31 involving a resident sent out for a psychiatric evaluation after making threats.

Findings
The facility appeared clean, safe, and sanitary during the visit. Residents were observed relaxing and eating lunch. The incident involved a resident with a psychiatric hold who has not returned to the facility.

Report Facts
Incident report date: May 29, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit
Sam HaddadinLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report
Erick GonzalezMet with during the inspection visit

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 82 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 7, 2024

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

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged illegal eviction. The investigation found the eviction notice was legal and the allegation was unfounded.
Findings
The investigation revealed that Resident 1 was served a legal eviction notice for violation of house rules related to alcohol usage. The allegation of illegal eviction was deemed unfounded based on interviews and record review.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit.
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report.
Erick GonzalezMet with the Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation.
Alisa OrtizSupervisorSupervisor named in the report.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 82 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 7, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to an allegation of illegal eviction at Willow View Gardens Memory Care & Assisted Living.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged illegal eviction. The investigation revealed that Resident 1 was served an eviction notice on 04/17/2024 for alcohol usage in violation of house rules. The department approved the eviction notice as legal. The allegation was deemed unfounded.
Findings
The investigation found that the eviction notice served to Resident 1 for violation of house rules related to alcohol usage was legal and approved by the department. The allegation of illegal eviction was deemed unfounded based on interviews and record review.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 130 Census: 82 Complaint control number: 22-AS-20240502094405

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 80 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 1, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to an allegation that staff did not provide comfortable living accommodations for a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff did not provide comfortable living accommodations for a resident. The allegation was investigated and found to be unfounded.
Findings
The investigation found that two residents who became roommates were unhappy with the living situation, but the facility took steps to separate them into different rooms. The allegation was deemed unfounded as the situation was addressed and residents accepted the resolution.

Report Facts
Complaint Control Number: 22 Complaint Control Number: 20240426103500

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanEvaluatorConducted the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator involved in addressing the complaint

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 80 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 1, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted to investigate allegations that staff did not assist residents with meeting dining needs, providing adequate activities, and toileting needs.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was initiated based on allegations received on 04/18/2024. The allegations included staff not assisting residents with dining needs, inadequate activities, and failure to assist with toileting needs. The dining and activities allegations were unfounded, while the toileting allegation was unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found the allegations regarding dining assistance and activities to be unfounded, with residents confirming receipt of lunch and participation in activities. The allegation regarding toileting assistance was deemed unsubstantiated due to conflicting information and lack of evidence.

Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 80 Residents interviewed: 6 Residents interviewed: 6 Staff interviewed: 3 Staff working during lunch shift: 6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Michael TeaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator involved in investigation and exit interview

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 80 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 1, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to an allegation that staff did not provide comfortable living accommodations for a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint was investigated and found to be unfounded, meaning the allegation was false, could not have happened, or was without reasonable basis.
Findings
The investigation revealed that two residents who became roommates were unhappy with the living situation, but the facility took steps to separate them into different rooms. The allegation was deemed unfounded as it was false or without reasonable basis.

Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 80 Complaint Control Number: 22-AS-20240426103500

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanEvaluator / Licensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Michael TeaLicensing Program AnalystAssisted in conducting the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator involved in addressing the complaint

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 80 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 1, 2024

Visit Reason
Unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted to investigate allegations that staff did not assist residents with meeting dining needs, providing adequate activities, and toileting needs.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was initiated based on allegations received on 04/18/2024. The allegations included staff not assisting residents with dining needs, inadequate activities, and not assisting with toileting needs. The dining and activities allegations were found unfounded, while the toileting allegation was unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found the allegations regarding dining assistance and activities to be unfounded based on resident interviews and observations. The allegation regarding toileting assistance was deemed unsubstantiated due to conflicting information and lack of sufficient evidence.

Report Facts
Residents interviewed: 6 Staff interviewed: 3 Staff working lunch shift: 6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted complaint investigation
Michael TeaLicensing Program AnalystConducted complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator present during investigation
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 88 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 16, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to an allegation that staff did not seek timely medical attention for a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff did not seek timely medical attention for a resident. The allegation was found unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Findings
The investigation found that a resident admitted with Parkinson's Disease was observed on the ground but had no injuries. The resident was agitated due to missing medications, and was sent out for agitation and confusion unrelated to the fall. Due to conflicting information, the allegation was deemed unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 130 Census: 88

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during investigation
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 88 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 16, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to allegations received on 2024-04-05 regarding staff not providing a resident an admission agreement, staff yelling at a resident, and staff threatening a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved allegations that staff did not provide a resident an admission agreement, staff yelled at a resident, and staff threatened a resident. The admission agreement allegation was unfounded. The yelling and threatening allegations were unsubstantiated due to conflicting statements and insufficient evidence.
Findings
The investigation found the allegation that staff did not provide a resident an admission agreement to be unfounded based on documentation and interviews. The allegations that staff yelled at or threatened a resident were deemed unsubstantiated due to conflicting information and lack of sufficient evidence.

Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 88

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorMet with during investigation and involved in findings regarding allegations
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit and authored the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 88 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 16, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to an allegation that staff did not seek timely medical attention for a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff did not seek timely medical attention for a resident. The allegation was unsubstantiated due to lack of sufficient evidence.
Findings
The investigation found that the resident was admitted without medication orders from the hospital, was observed on the floor but had no injuries, and was later sent out for agitation unrelated to the fall. Due to conflicting information, the allegation was deemed unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 88

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 88 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 16, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to allegations received on 2024-04-05 regarding staff not providing a resident an admission agreement, staff yelling at a resident, and staff threatening a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by allegations that staff did not provide a resident an admission agreement, staff yelled at a resident, and staff threatened a resident. The admission agreement allegation was unfounded. The yelling and threatening allegations were unsubstantiated due to conflicting statements and lack of corroboration.
Findings
The investigation found the allegation about the admission agreement to be unfounded, with documentation confirming the agreement was signed at admission. The allegations of staff yelling and threatening a resident were deemed unsubstantiated due to conflicting information and lack of evidence.

Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 88

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorNamed in findings related to admission agreement and allegations of yelling/threatening residents
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit

Inspection Report

Plan of Correction
Census: 88 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 16, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced Plan of Correction (POC) visit was conducted based on deficiencies cited in a prior inspection on 2024-04-08.

Findings
The deficiency related to Medical Assessment under Title 22 Regulation 87458(a) has been cleared with proof provided for Resident 1. The licensee has complied with the Plan of Correction and was advised to remain in compliance with previously cited items.

Deficiencies (1)
Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87458(a) regarding Medical Assessment

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced Plan of Correction visit
Alma EspinalAdministrator/DirectorFacility representative met during the inspection

Inspection Report

Plan of Correction
Census: 88 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 16, 2024

Visit Reason
Unannounced Plan of Correction (POC) visit based upon deficiencies cited in LIC form 809 D on 04/08/2024.

Findings
The deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87458(a) regarding Medical Assessment has been cleared. Licensee provided proof of medical assessment for Resident 1 and has complied with the POC. Licensee was advised to remain in compliance with previously cited items.

Deficiencies (1)
Deficiency cited under Title 22 Regulation 87458(a) regarding Medical Assessment

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced Plan of Correction visit.
Alma EspinalAdministrator/DirectorFacility administrator met with the Licensing Program Analyst during the visit.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 89 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 8, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted in conjunction with complaint #22-AS-20240402090752 to investigate compliance with regulations.

Complaint Details
Complaint #22-AS-20240402090752 triggered the visit. The deficiency related to the missing physician medical assessment was substantiated.
Findings
The investigation found that Resident 1's file did not have a physician's medical assessment on file as required, resulting in a cited deficiency under Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to obtain and keep on file a medical assessment signed by a physician within the last year prior to a resident's acceptance.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 89 Plan of Correction Due Date: Apr 22, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit and complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministrator/DirectorFacility administrator who was met with and discussed the findings
Alisa OrtizSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the licensing evaluation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 89 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 8, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted in conjunction with complaint #22-AS-20240402090752 to investigate the complaint.

Complaint Details
Complaint #22-AS-20240402090752 was investigated and substantiated by the finding of a missing physician medical assessment for Resident 1.
Findings
The investigation found that Resident 1's file did not have a physician report on file, resulting in a cited deficiency per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to obtain and keep on file a medical assessment signed by a physician made within the last year prior to a person's acceptance as a resident.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 89 Plan of Correction Due Date: Apr 22, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit and complaint investigation
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor and named in the report
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility Administrator who was met during the inspection and discussed the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 81 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 12, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to an allegation that staff did not follow proper eviction procedures.

Complaint Details
The allegation that staff did not follow proper eviction procedures was investigated and found to be unfounded.
Findings
The investigation found that the resident moved out voluntarily with family and durable power of attorney, who provided a 30-day notice but moved the resident out the same day. The allegation was deemed unfounded based on interviews and record review.

Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 81

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorMet with during the investigation and confirmed findings

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 81 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 12, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted to investigate the allegation that staff did not follow proper eviction procedures.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff did not follow proper eviction procedures. The allegation was investigated and found to be unfounded.
Findings
The investigation revealed that Resident 1 moved out voluntarily with family on 02/24/2024 despite providing a 30-day notice via text message. Interviews and documentation confirmed the resident was not evicted and was satisfied with the move. The allegation was deemed unfounded.

Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 81

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 74 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 27, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to multiple allegations including inappropriate placement of a resident on an involuntary 72-hour hold, failure to provide resident with keys timely, lack of activities for residents, and restricting resident from leaving the facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unannounced and addressed allegations including involuntary 72-hour hold placement, timely provision of keys, provision of activities, and restriction of resident leaving the facility. The allegations were found to be unfounded or unsubstantiated based on interviews, record reviews, and observations.
Findings
The investigation found that the resident was appropriately placed on a 72-hour hold due to grave disability, keys were replaced timely, activities such as bingo, music therapy, and cooking classes were provided, and residents were not restricted from leaving the facility. Additional allegations regarding facility rules and resident records were unsubstantiated due to conflicting information.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 130 Resident census: 74 Length of hospitalization: 28 Date of mental health evaluation: Jun 10, 2023 Date of physician report: Feb 23, 2023 Date resident signed house rules: Feb 18, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed and involved in investigation
Alisa OrtizSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 74 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 27, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted to investigate multiple allegations including inappropriate placement of a resident on a 72-hour hold, failure to provide resident with keys timely, lack of activities for residents, and restricting a resident from leaving the facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unannounced and conducted by Licensing Program Analyst Kimberly Lyman. Allegations were investigated through interviews, facility tour, and document review. Allegations related to involuntary hold, keys, activities, and resident freedom to leave were found unfounded. Allegations regarding provision of facility rules and resident records were unsubstantiated due to conflicting information.
Findings
The investigation found the allegations to be unfounded or unsubstantiated. Resident was appropriately placed on a 72-hour hold due to grave disability, keys were replaced timely, activities were provided and confirmed by residents, and residents were not denied leaving the facility. Conflicting information prevented substantiation of allegations regarding provision of facility rules and resident records.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 130 Resident census: 74 Complaint control number: 22-AS-20240215130307

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator met with during investigation and provided information
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 74 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 22, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to allegations that staff did not serve dinner at an appropriate time, did not ensure food was served warm, and had communication barriers with residents due to language issues.

Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated due to conflicting information and lack of preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations occurred.
Findings
The investigation found adequate food supply and proper meal delivery processes. Six out of seven residents reported food was served warm and dinner delivery times were generally between 4-5 PM, with personalization available. Communication issues were not substantiated as six out of seven residents denied such problems and the evaluator did not observe any.

Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 74

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator met with during investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 74 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 22, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to allegations that staff does not serve dinner at an appropriate time, food is not served warm, and staff have communication barriers with residents.

Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated due to lack of sufficient evidence to prove the alleged violations occurred.
Findings
The investigation found adequate food supply and warm food delivery processes. Six out of seven residents reported food was served warm and dinner delivery times were generally between 4-5 PM, with personalization available. Communication issues were denied by six out of seven residents and not observed by the investigator. Due to conflicting information, the allegations were deemed unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Residents interviewed: 7 Residents denying communication issues: 6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 58 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Dec 13, 2023

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management inspection conducted in conjunction with a complaint investigation (complaint visit 22-AS-20231122171857) to evaluate compliance with regulations.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation revealed issues with the handling of a resident's power of attorney paperwork and unauthorized sharing of resident personal information with a hospice agency without release from the responsible party. The resident was disenrolled from hospice after notification via a third party.
Findings
The facility was found deficient due to the administrator lacking qualifications and knowledge of requirements for providing appropriate care and supervision. The administrator was not managing resident private information properly, posing an immediate health and safety risk to residents.

Deficiencies (1)
Facility administrator is not aware of what is occurring in facility and not managing resident's private information, posing an immediate health and safety risk to residents.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 58 Deficiencies cited: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: Dec 14, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorInterviewed during complaint investigation; named in findings related to facility management
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and complaint investigation
Alisa OrtizSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the inspection

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 58 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Dec 13, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted following a complaint received on 2023-11-22 regarding staff not allowing a resident to participate in the planning of their care and concerns about financial abuse.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for the allegation that staff did not allow the resident to participate in care planning, specifically failing to consult the responsible party before hospice enrollment. The allegation of financial abuse was investigated and found to be unfounded.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that staff failed to consult the resident's responsible party before enrolling the resident in hospice care, violating personal rights and posing a potential health and safety risk. A second allegation regarding financial abuse was found to be unfounded.

Deficiencies (1)
Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: To have their representatives regularly informed by the licensee of activities related to care or services. This requirement was not met as Licensee failed to ensure R1's responsible party was consulted before hospice enrollment, posing a potential health and safety risk.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 58 Plan of Correction Due Date: Dec 26, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator acknowledged findings and was present during the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 58 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Dec 13, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted in conjunction with a complaint investigation (complaint visit 22-AS-20231122171857) to evaluate compliance and investigate issues related to resident care and facility management.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, investigating issues including improper handling of resident's power of attorney documentation, lack of notification to responsible parties regarding hospice enrollment, and unauthorized release of resident personal information by the hospice agency. Resident was disenrolled from hospice after responsible party was notified via a third party.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility administrator was not qualified and was unaware of important resident information, including mismanagement of private information and improper handling of hospice care enrollment. Deficiencies were cited under Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations.

Deficiencies (2)
The administrator shall have the qualifications specified in Sections 87405(d)(1) through (7). Knowledge of the requirements for providing care and supervision appropriate to the residents is not being met.
Licensee failed to ensure facility has a qualified administrator. Facility administrator is not aware of what is occurring in facility and not managing resident's private information, posing an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 58 Deficiencies cited: 2 Plan of Correction Due Date: Dec 14, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed and named in findings regarding lack of qualifications and management
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management and complaint investigation visit
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor and Licensing Program Manager overseeing the inspection

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 58 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Dec 13, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by allegations that staff were not allowing a resident to participate in the planning of their care and that staff did not ensure the resident was protected from financial abuse while in care.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated regarding failure to allow resident participation in care planning due to lack of consultation with the responsible party before hospice enrollment. The allegation of financial abuse was investigated and deemed unfounded.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that staff failed to consult the resident's responsible party before enrolling the resident in hospice care, violating personal rights and posing a potential health and safety risk. The allegation of financial abuse was found to be unfounded.

Deficiencies (1)
Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have personal rights including having their representatives regularly informed by the licensee of activities related to care or services. This requirement was not met as Licensee failed to ensure R1's responsible party was consulted before hospice enrollment.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 58 Deficiency count: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: Dec 26, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator acknowledged findings and was met during the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 76 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Oct 26, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to an allegation that the facility illegally evicted a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on the preponderance of evidence standard. The facility illegally evicted a resident by issuing an eviction notice for an invalid reason.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility issued a thirty-day eviction notice to a resident for refusing to log in personal valuables, which contradicted the facility's admission agreement. The eviction notice was determined to be not legal per department guidelines, and the allegation was substantiated.

Deficiencies (1)
Licensee failed to ensure eviction notice was provided for a valid reason; eviction reason contradicted admission agreement, posing a potential health and safety risk to residents.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 76 Deficiencies cited: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: Nov 2, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator met during investigation and recipient of report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 76 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Oct 26, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to an allegation that the facility illegally evicted a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility illegally evicted a resident. The allegation was substantiated based on evidence that the eviction notice was not legally justified.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility issued a thirty-day eviction notice to a resident for refusing to log personal valuables, which contradicted the admission agreement and was not a legal reason for eviction. The allegation was substantiated.

Deficiencies (1)
Licensee failed to ensure eviction notice was provided for a valid reason; eviction reason contradicted admission agreement posing a potential health and safety risk.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 76 Plan of Correction Due Date: Nov 2, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator met during investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 70 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 9, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to allegations received on 2023-10-03 regarding medication administration errors, insufficient staffing, cigarette odor in resident rooms, and meal service issues.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated. Allegations included incorrect medication administration, insufficient staffing, cigarette odor in resident rooms, and issues with meal service. Conflicting information and evidence led to the conclusion that there was not a preponderance of evidence to prove violations. The allegations were ultimately deemed unsubstantiated or unfounded.
Findings
The investigation found no substantiated violations. Allegations related to medication errors, staffing levels, cigarette odor, and meal service quality and timing were deemed unsubstantiated or unfounded after interviews, facility tours, and document reviews.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 130 Resident census: 70 Staffing levels: 4 Staffing levels: 1 Resident confirmations: 6 Staff confirmations: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator involved in investigation and interviews

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 70 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 9, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted to investigate allegations including incorrect medication administration, insufficient staffing, cigarette odor in resident rooms, and issues with meal service quality and timing.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by multiple allegations: incorrect medication administration, insufficient staffing, cigarette odor in resident rooms, and meal service issues. The medication error allegation involved a staff member who had not worked as a med tech for approximately three months. Staffing schedules and resident/staff statements indicated staffing levels had increased recently. The cigarette odor was linked to residents smoking outside designated areas, with corrective steps taken by the facility. Meal service allegations were disproven by menu review, resident interviews, and direct observation.
Findings
The investigation found the allegations regarding medication errors, staffing levels, and cigarette odor to be unsubstantiated, with conflicting information and no preponderance of evidence. The allegations about meal service quality, timing, and dietary needs were deemed unfounded, with observations confirming appropriate meal options, adherence to dietary restrictions, and accurate posted dining hours.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 130 Resident census: 70 Staffing levels: 4 Staffing levels: 1 Resident and staff statements: 6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator involved in investigation and interviews

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 66 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 4 Date: Aug 21, 2023

Visit Reason
Unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted due to allegations including inadequate staffing, untimely resident care, lack of activities, and inadequate shower assistance.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on evidence including resident interviews, staff interviews, observations, and documentation review. Allegations of inadequate staffing, delayed care response, lack of activities, and missed showers were confirmed. Allegations regarding elevator maintenance, carpet cleaning, and staff disrespect were unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that the facility had insufficient staffing with caregivers performing multiple roles, delayed response to resident call cords, lack of resident activities, and missed showers for some residents. Additional allegations regarding elevator maintenance, carpet cleaning, and staff respect were found unsubstantiated.

Deficiencies (4)
Facility failed to ensure residents are cared for by sufficient numbers of staff; staff performing dining room service and activity coordination duties.
Facility staff failed to respond to resident pendant pulls in a timely manner.
Facility failed to ensure activities are provided to residents; only bingo observed in the afternoon.
Facility failed to ensure residents receive shower assistance as required.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 66 Deficiency count: 4 Plan of Correction Due Dates: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during investigation and named in findings

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 66 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 4 Date: Aug 21, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted following allegations received on 07/31/2023 regarding inadequate staffing, untimely resident care, lack of activities, and inadequate shower assistance at Willow View Gardens Memory Care & Assisted Living.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated based on evidence including resident interviews, staff interviews, observations, and documentation review. Allegations of inadequate staffing, delayed response to pull cords, lack of activities, and inadequate shower assistance were confirmed. Allegations regarding elevator maintenance, carpet cleaning, and staff disrespect were unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that the facility had insufficient staffing, with caregivers performing multiple roles including dining room service and activity coordination, resulting in delayed responses to resident calls and inadequate shower assistance. Residents also reported a lack of activities and outings. Additional allegations regarding elevator maintenance, carpet cleaning, and staff respectfulness were found unsubstantiated.

Deficiencies (4)
Facility failed to ensure residents are cared for by sufficient numbers of staff, with staff performing duties including dining room service and activity coordination, posing an immediate health and safety risk.
Facility failed to ensure care is being provided to residents; staff did not respond to resident pendant pulls, posing a potential health and safety risk.
Facility failed to ensure activities are being provided to residents; lack of activities confirmed by residents and observed by LPA, posing a potential personal rights risk.
Facility failed to ensure residents are being showered as required; residents reported missed showers and shower schedule confirmed this, posing a potential health and safety risk.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 66 Plan of Correction Due Dates: 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator involved in investigation and exit interview
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystEvaluator who conducted the complaint investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 65 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 2 Date: May 16, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted based on allegations received on 2023-04-14 regarding overcharging residents, lack of itemized financial costs, outdated emergency disaster plan, poor communication, failure to schedule medical appointments, and failure to provide bedroom necessities.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for allegations of overcharging a resident and failure to provide an itemized list of financial costs. Other allegations related to emergency disaster plan, phone answering, scheduling medical appointments, communication with responsible party, and provision of bedroom necessities were found to be unfounded or unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that a resident was overcharged and the admission agreement lacked a breakdown of basic service rates, resulting in a refund of $353. Other allegations including outdated emergency plan, phone answering, scheduling medical appointments, communication with responsible parties, and provision of bedroom necessities were found to be unfounded or unsubstantiated.

Deficiencies (2)
Resident was charged for the entire month of March without proration for prior days not admitted; refund of $353 was provided.
Admission agreement did not specify payment provisions including basic service rate.
Report Facts
Refund amount: 353 Capacity: 130 Census: 65

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator met during the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 65 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 2 Date: May 16, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to multiple allegations received on 2023-04-14 regarding overcharging residents, lack of itemized financial costs, outdated emergency disaster plan, failure to answer facility phone, failure to schedule medical appointments, failure to communicate with responsible parties, and failure to provide bedroom necessities.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for allegations of overcharging a resident and failure to provide an itemized list of financial costs. Other allegations related to emergency disaster plan, phone answering, scheduling medical appointments, communication with responsible parties, and provision of bedroom necessities were found to be unfounded or unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that a resident was overcharged for rent without proration and the admission agreement lacked required payment provisions, resulting in a refund and plan of correction. Other allegations including outdated emergency plan, phone answering, scheduling medical appointments, communication with responsible parties, and provision of bedroom necessities were found to be unfounded or unsubstantiated based on observations, interviews, and documentation review.

Deficiencies (2)
Resident was charged for the whole month of March without proration for prior days not admitted.
Admission agreement did not specify payment provisions including basic service rate.
Report Facts
Refund amount: 353 Capacity: 130 Census: 65

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator met during inspection

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 65 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 9, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted in conjunction with a complaint investigation regarding the admission agreement for Resident 1, who was admitted via Adult Protective Services.

Complaint Details
The visit was conducted in conjunction with complaint visit 22-AS-20230414121958. The complaint involved the late signing of the admission agreement for Resident 1 admitted on 03/09/2023, with the agreement signed on 04/17/2023.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure the admission agreement was signed within seven days of admission, which poses a potential health and safety risk to residents. Deficiencies were cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations.

Deficiencies (1)
Admission agreements shall be signed and dated by the resident or representative and licensee no later than seven days following admission. This requirement was not met as the admission agreement for Resident 1 was signed late.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: May 30, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit and complaint investigation
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator who was met during the visit and discussed the findings
Alisa OrtizSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the licensing evaluation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 65 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 9, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted in conjunction with a complaint investigation regarding the facility's compliance with regulations.

Complaint Details
The visit was conducted in conjunction with complaint visit 22-AS-20230414121958. The complaint was substantiated by the finding that the admission agreement was not signed within the required timeframe.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure that the admission agreement for a resident was signed within seven days of admission, which poses a potential health and safety risk to residents in care. Deficiencies were cited based on this finding.

Deficiencies (1)
Admission agreements shall be signed and dated by the resident or representative and the licensee no later than seven days following admission. This requirement was not met as the admission agreement was signed late.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 65 Plan of Correction Due Date: May 30, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit and complaint investigation
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor and named in the report
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator involved in the discussion of findings

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 43 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Dec 8, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by allegations including insufficient administrator presence, residents not receiving medically prescribed diets or nutritional meals, and inadequate facility staff to meet residents' needs.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was conducted following allegations that the administrator was not present sufficient hours, residents were not receiving medically prescribed diets or nutritional meals, and facility staff was inadequate to meet residents' needs. The findings were that the allegations were either unfounded or unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence.
Findings
Based on observations, interviews, and documentation review, all allegations were found to be unsubstantiated or unfounded. The administrator was confirmed to be present for sufficient hours, residents reported no issues with meals, and staffing levels were adequate despite dining staff shortages with caregivers filling in.

Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 43 Memory care residents: 9 Assisted living residents: 34 Caregivers: 4 Med tech: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorConfirmed presence and hours worked during investigation
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Kristine JuarezLicenseePresent during the investigation and interviewed
Alisa OrtizSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 43 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Dec 8, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to allegations received on 2022-11-22 regarding administrator presence, medically prescribed diets, nutritional meals, and adequacy of facility staff.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation addressed allegations that the administrator was not present for sufficient hours, residents were not receiving medically prescribed diets or nutritional meals, and facility staff was inadequate to meet residents' needs. All allegations were found to be unsubstantiated or unfounded based on observations, interviews, and documentation review.
Findings
The investigation found the allegations to be unsubstantiated or unfounded. The administrator was confirmed to be present for sufficient hours, residents reported no issues with prescribed diets or meals, and staffing levels were adequate despite a shortage of dining staff with caregivers filling in during meal times.

Report Facts
Residents in memory care: 9 Residents in assisted living: 34 Facility capacity: 130 Census: 43 Caregivers in assisted living: 2 Caregivers in memory care: 2 Med techs: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorAdministrator present during the investigation and confirmed to be working long hours
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Kristine JuarezLicenseePresent during the investigation and interviewed
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report

Inspection Report

Original Licensing
Census: 42 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Oct 25, 2022

Visit Reason
An announced pre-licensing inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's readiness for initial licensing as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.

Findings
The facility was toured and found to have appropriate structure, safety features, emergency supplies, and adequate resident accommodations. Minor issues such as discolored doors and discarded boxes were noted for correction.

Deficiencies (2)
Multiple doors in the facility are discolored; require cleaning/repainting and proof to be forwarded by 11/01/2022.
Discarded boxes on side of facility need to be disposed of.
Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 42 Temperature range: 105.6-117.1 Date of application: Aug 3, 2022 Fire clearance approval date: Aug 23, 2022

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalExecutive DirectorMet during inspection and discussed visit purpose
Kristine JuarezLicenseeMet during inspection and discussed visit purpose
Tony RuizMaintenance DirectorParticipated in facility tour during inspection
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the announced pre-licensing inspection
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report header and signature

Inspection Report

Original Licensing
Census: 42 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Oct 25, 2022

Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Kimberly Lyman conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection visit to evaluate the facility's readiness for licensing as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.

Findings
The facility was toured and found to have appropriate structure, common areas, resident rooms, bathrooms, hygiene supplies, emergency plans, food service, smoke detectors, appliances, and emergency supplies. Some minor issues were noted such as discolored doors and discarded boxes that require correction by 11/01/2022. Overall, the facility is ready to be licensed.

Deficiencies (2)
Multiple doors in the facility are discolored and require cleaning/repainting with proof to be forwarded by 11/01/2022.
There are discarded boxes on the side of the facility that need to be disposed of.
Report Facts
Water Temperature Range: 105.6-117.1 Capacity: 130 Census: 42 Fire Clearance Approval: 80 Fire Clearance Approval: 50

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly LymanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the pre-licensing inspection and evaluation
Alma EspinalExecutive DirectorFacility administrator present during inspection
Kristine JuarezLicenseeFacility licensee present during inspection
Tony RuizMaintenance DirectorParticipated in facility tour during inspection

Inspection Report

Census: 41 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 19, 2022

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as part of a change of ownership application process involving a telephone interview to verify the applicant and administrator's understanding of California Code Title 22 Regulations and facility operation requirements.

Findings
The applicant and administrator demonstrated understanding of licensing requirements, admission policies, staffing, health conditions, emergency preparedness, complaints reporting, and pre-licensing readiness during the COMP II interview process.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorParticipated in COMP II interview and verified understanding of regulations.
Kristine JuarezParticipated in COMP II interview.
Bethany HunterLicensing EvaluatorConducted the facility evaluation.
Jude De La ConcepcionSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the licensing evaluation.

Inspection Report

Original Licensing
Census: 41 Capacity: 130 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 19, 2022

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a change of ownership evaluation and pre-licensing readiness assessment for the Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.

Findings
The applicant and administrator participated in a COMP II telephone interview to verify identification and confirm understanding of California Code Title 22 regulations, including facility operation, admission policies, staffing, health conditions, emergency preparedness, complaints, and reporting.

Report Facts
Capacity: 130 Census: 41

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alma EspinalAdministratorFacility administrator participating in COMP II interview
Kristine JuarezParticipant in COMP II interview
Jude De La ConcepcionLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report header
Bethany HunterLicensing Program AnalystNamed in report header and analyst conducting COMP II

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