Inspection Reports for
Kokoro Assisted Living

1881 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, CA, 94109

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Deficiencies (last 5 years)

Deficiencies (over 5 years) 3.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

20% better than California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

12 9 6 3 0
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025

Census

Latest occupancy rate 67% occupied

Based on a October 2025 inspection.

Occupancy over time

27 36 45 54 63 72 May 2021 Jul 2021 Oct 2022 Mar 2024 Oct 2024 Oct 2025

Inspection Report

Census: 41 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 3, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection visit was conducted as a Case Management in regards to a Change in Management application at the facility.

Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the visit. The Licensing Program Analyst collected the facility's current LIC 500 and conducted an exit interview with facility representatives.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
John CalandraLicensing Program AnalystConducted the Case Management visit and spoke with facility staff regarding the Change in Management.
Angie EsplanaBusiness Office DirectorMet with the Licensing Program Analyst and explained the purpose of the visit.
Jessica QuintanaOperations SpecialistSpoke with the Licensing Program Analyst regarding the Change in Management.
Trevor OgdenSpoke with the Licensing Program Analyst regarding the Change in Management.

Inspection Report

Census: 41 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 3, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted to perform a Case Management inspection related to a Change in Management application at the facility.

Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the visit. The Licensing Program Analyst collected the facility's current LIC 500 and discussed the Change in Management process with facility staff.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
John CalandraLicensing Program AnalystConducted the Case Management visit and discussed the Change in Management application.
Chantelle HudsonAdministrator/DirectorNamed as the facility administrator/director.
Angie EsplanaBusiness Office DirectorMet with the Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and explained the purpose of the visit.
Jessica QuintanaOperations SpecialistSpoke with the Licensing Program Analyst regarding the Change in Management.
Trevor OgdenSpoke with the Licensing Program Analyst regarding the Change in Management.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 39 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Sep 22, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced Annual Required – 1 year inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with licensing requirements.

Findings
The facility was found to be clean, well-maintained, and compliant with safety and food storage standards. Two technical violations were issued for lack of documentation regarding one resident's refusal of the annual medical assessment and the first quarterly emergency drill. No deficiencies were cited.

Deficiencies (2)
Lack of documentation of one resident's refusal of annual medical assessment visit
Lack of documentation for the first quarterly emergency drill

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Chantelle HudsonAdministratorNamed as Administrator present during the inspection and in discussion of the report.
Angie EsplanaBusiness Office DirectorNamed as Business Office Director present during the inspection and in discussion of the report.
Julia WebbStaff member who greeted the Licensing Program Analyst and assisted during the inspection.
Yi Sam JianLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection.
Brenda ChanLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 39 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Sep 22, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced Annual Required – 1 year inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements at Kokoro Assisted Living Facility.

Findings
The facility was found clean, well-maintained, and compliant with safety and food storage standards. Two technical violations were issued for lack of documentation regarding one resident's refusal of annual medical assessment and the first quarterly emergency drill. No deficiencies were cited.

Deficiencies (2)
Lack of documentation of one resident's refusal of annual medical assessment visit
Lack of documentation for the first quarterly emergency drill
Report Facts
Capacity: 61 Census: 39

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Chantelle HudsonAdministratorNamed in report as facility administrator present during inspection
Angie EsplanaBusiness Office DirectorNamed in report as business office director present during inspection
Julia WebbStaff member who greeted Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
JianLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 46 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Oct 10, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced annual required 1-year inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations at Kokoro Assisted Living Facility.

Findings
The facility was found to be clean, well-maintained, and compliant with most regulations, including proper food storage, fire safety equipment, and medication management. A technical violation was issued due to incomplete staff annual training records. A deficiency was cited for unsafe storage of maintenance tools accessible to residents with dementia, which was corrected during the visit.

Deficiencies (1)
Maintenance cart containing power tools and other potentially dangerous items was accessible in the facility stairwell adjacent to resident bedrooms, posing a potential health and safety risk to residents with dementia.
Report Facts
Census: 46 Total Capacity: 61 Staff Training Completion: 50

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Chantelle HudsonExecutive DirectorMet during inspection and named in relation to training and deficiency correction
Angie EsplanaBusiness Office DirectorMet during inspection and mentioned in relation to staff training progress
Dominic TobolaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report
Andrea MedlinSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the inspection

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 46 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Oct 10, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced annual required 1-year inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations and facility conditions.

Findings
The facility was found clean, safe, and well-maintained with proper food storage, fire safety equipment, and resident care plans in order. A technical violation was issued for incomplete staff annual training records, with proof of completion due by 11/6/2024. A maintenance cart with potentially dangerous tools was found unsecured but was immediately removed and secured during the visit.

Deficiencies (1)
Maintenance cart containing power tools and other potentially dangerous items was accessible in a stairwell adjacent to resident bedrooms, posing a potential health and safety risk to residents with dementia.
Report Facts
Residents receiving hospice services: 2 Staff training completion: 50

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Chantelle HudsonExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection; named in plan of correction for securing maintenance cart.
Angie EsplanaBusiness Office DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection; mentioned in relation to staff training progress.
Dominic TobolaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report.
Andrea MedlinLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor of the inspection.

Inspection Report

Census: 44 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 12, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Case Management visit to assess a resident for whom the facility had submitted a total care exception request.

Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the visit. The Licensing Program Analyst observed the resident during a pre-scheduled appointment and while eating lunch in the common dining room.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and reviewed the report.
John CalandraLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced Case Management visit.

Inspection Report

Census: 44 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 12, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Case Management visit to assess a resident for whom the facility had submitted a total care exception request.

Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the visit. The Licensing Program Analyst observed the resident during a pre-scheduled appointment and lunch.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and was involved in the assessment.
John CalandraLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced Case Management visit.

Inspection Report

Census: 45 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 8, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Case Management visit regarding an Exception request submitted by the facility for a resident believed to need total care.

Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the visit. The Licensing Program Analyst interviewed the resident and staff, and the visit will be continued at a later date.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
John CalandraLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced Case Management visit and interviewed resident and staff.
Naoko JonesExecutive DirectorNamed as facility administrator and mentioned as off-site during the visit.
Angelina EsplanaDirector of Marketing and AdministrationMet with Licensing Program Analyst and reviewed the report.
Sakae HamiltonDirector of Resident CareMentioned as off-site during the visit.

Inspection Report

Census: 45 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 8, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Case Management visit regarding an Exception request submitted by the facility for a resident believed to need total care.

Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the visit. The Licensing Program Analyst interviewed the resident and staff, and the visit will be continued at a later date.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
John CalandraLicensing Program AnalystConducted the Case Management visit and interviewed resident and staff.
Angelina EsplanaDirector of Marketing and AdministrationMet with Licensing Program Analyst and reviewed the report.
Naoko JonesAdministratorNamed as Executive Director but was off and unable to join the visit.
Sakae HamiltonDirector of Resident CareWas off and unable to join the visit.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 47 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 7, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by allegations including a resident sustaining a fracture while in care, lack of activities for residents, and inadequate feeding of residents.

Complaint Details
The complaint was received on 07/27/2020 and investigated on 04/07/2023. Allegations included resident injury, lack of activities, and inadequate feeding. The findings determined the allegations to be unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found the allegations to be unsubstantiated based on observations, interviews, and document reviews. Although some issues such as curtailed activities due to COVID-19 and adequate food service oversight were noted, there was insufficient evidence to prove violations.

Report Facts
Capacity: 61 Census: 47

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Audrey JeungEvaluatorConducted the complaint investigation
Naoko JonesAdministratorFacility administrator named in report
Sakae HamiltonPerson met with during inspection
Cara SmithSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 47 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 7, 2023

Visit Reason
Unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted due to allegations including a resident sustaining a fracture while in care, lack of activities for residents, and inadequate feeding of residents.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated. Allegations included resident fracture, lack of activities, and inadequate feeding. Incident reports were submitted for medical emergencies, and food service was overseen by a certified dietician. Activities were limited due to COVID-19 but individualized visits were provided.
Findings
The investigation found the allegations to be unsubstantiated based on observations, interviews, and document reviews. Although some issues such as curtailed activities due to COVID-19 and individualized social visits were noted, there was insufficient evidence to prove violations occurred.

Report Facts
Capacity: 61 Census: 47

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesAdministratorFacility administrator named in report header
Audrey JeungEvaluator / Licensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and signed the report
Cara SmithLicensing Program ManagerNamed as licensing program manager overseeing the investigation
Sakae HamiltonPerson met with during the investigation

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 48 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 11, 2022

Visit Reason
An unannounced annual inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements and infection control practices at the assisted living facility.

Findings
The inspection found no deficiencies. COVID-19 signage and infection control measures were observed throughout the facility, emergency call systems were in place, and food storage temperatures were appropriate. PPE supplies were adequate and residents were observed following safety protocols.

Report Facts
Refrigerator temperature: 28 Freezer temperature: -1 Capacity: 61 Census: 48

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesAdministratorFacility Administrator present during inspection and discussion of report
Murial HanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection
Cara SmithSupervisorSupervisor named in the report

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 48 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 11, 2022

Visit Reason
An unannounced annual inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements and infection control practices at the assisted living facility.

Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. The facility was found to have appropriate infection control measures, emergency call systems, adequate PPE supplies, and proper food storage temperatures.

Report Facts
Refrigerator temperature: 28 Freezer temperature: -1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Murial HanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection
Cara SmithLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 40 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Oct 12, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to a complaint received on 08/19/2021 regarding alleged violations of residents' rights to confidentiality, communication, and information sharing at Kokoro Assisted Living Facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on evidence that the facility shared confidential medical records without consent, failed to inform representatives of care activities, and did not respond promptly to communications. The investigation was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst Murial Han on 10/12/2021.
Findings
The investigation substantiated multiple allegations including unauthorized sharing of residents' confidential medical records without consent, failure to regularly inform residents' representatives about care activities, and failure to respond promptly to communications from representatives. Deficiencies were cited under California Code of Regulations Title 22.

Deficiencies (3)
Facility failed to obtain prior authorization from the Responsible Party for providing resident's confidential information to an outside organization, violating confidentiality requirements.
Facility arranged for an outside consultant group to conduct an on-site assessment for a resident without informing the Responsible Party, violating personal rights of residents.
Facility failed to provide complete medical records and documents to the Responsible Party promptly, violating residents' rights to communication.
Report Facts
Capacity: 61 Census: 40 Deficiencies cited: 3 Plan of Correction Due Date: Oct 26, 2021 Plan of Correction Due Date: Oct 15, 2021

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Murial HanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Naoko JonesAdministratorFacility administrator involved in the investigation and acknowledged findings
Julio MontesSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the licensing evaluation

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 40 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 12, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced annual inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements, including infection control practices and safety measures.

Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. Infection control practices, medication storage, environmental safety, and COVID-19 protocols were found to be adequate and properly implemented.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and discussed report findings.
Murial HanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced annual inspection.
Julio MontesSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the inspection.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 40 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 12, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced annual inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements and infection control practices.

Findings
No deficiencies were cited. The facility demonstrated adequate infection control measures, proper storage of medications and sharps, and maintained a safe environment with sufficient lighting and comfortable temperature.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesAdministratorMet with during inspection and discussed report findings.
Murial HanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced annual inspection.
Julio MontesLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 40 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Oct 12, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted following a complaint received on 08/19/2021 regarding alleged violations of resident rights and confidentiality at Kokoro Assisted Living Facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on evidence that the facility shared confidential resident information without consent, failed to keep the resident's representative informed about care activities, and did not respond promptly to communications from the representative.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that the facility failed to maintain confidentiality of resident records by sharing medical information without consent, did not regularly inform the resident's representative about care activities, and failed to respond promptly to communications from representatives. These deficiencies posed potential health and safety risks to residents.

Deficiencies (3)
Facility failed to obtain prior authorization from the Responsible Party before providing resident's confidential information to an outside organization.
Facility arranged for an outside consultant to conduct an on-site assessment for a resident without informing the Responsible Party.
Facility failed to provide complete medical records and documents to the Responsible Party promptly as requested.
Report Facts
Capacity: 61 Census: 40 Plan of Correction Due Date: Oct 26, 2021 Plan of Correction Medical Records Due Date: Oct 15, 2021

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesAdministratorMet during investigation and discussed findings
Murial HanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Julio MontesLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 40 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jul 22, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to allegations that staff failed to address residents' changes in medical condition and failed to follow proper reporting requirements.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on evidence that staff did not address a resident's significant weight loss in a timely manner and failed to provide written incident reports following a resident's unwitnessed fall.
Findings
The investigation substantiated the allegations that the facility failed to arrange appropriate medical care for a resident with significant weight loss and failed to submit written incident reports to the responsible person within required timeframes. The Executive Director was informed and a plan of correction was required.

Deficiencies (2)
Failed to arrange for medical care appropriate to Resident 4's conditions and needs, posing potential health risks.
Failed to ensure written reports are submitted to the person responsible for the resident within seven days of incidents threatening resident safety.
Report Facts
Resident weight loss percentage: 10.62 Deficiency count: 2 Capacity: 61 Census: 40 Plan of Correction Due Date: Aug 5, 2021

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and discussed findings.
Murial HanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced complaint investigation visit.
Michael GarciaLicensing Program AnalystOn behalf of whom the investigation was conducted.
Brenda ChanSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the licensing evaluation.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 40 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 22, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to a complaint alleging the facility failed to conduct emergency preparedness drills.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged failure to conduct emergency preparedness drills. The complaint was investigated and found to be unfounded.
Findings
The investigation found the complaint to be unfounded, determining that the allegation was false and without reasonable basis. The facility was in compliance at the time of the complaint.

Report Facts
Capacity: 61 Census: 40

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during complaint investigation
Murial HanLicensing EvaluatorConducted the complaint investigation visit
Brenda ChanSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the complaint investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 40 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 22, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to allegations received on 2020-03-05 concerning resident injuries from falls, staff leaving residents in soiled diapers, inability to locate a resident, failure to notify authorized representatives of incidents, and administration of discontinued medication.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated, meaning there was not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations occurred.
Findings
The investigation found that although the allegations may have occurred, there was insufficient evidence to substantiate the claims. Records and staff interviews indicated appropriate care and documentation, and the medication administration issue was documented as discontinued prior to administration.

Report Facts
Capacity: 61 Census: 40

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesExecutive DirectorMet during investigation and named as facility administrator
Murial HanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Michael GarciaLicensing Program AnalystOn whose behalf the investigation was conducted
Brenda ChanSupervisorSupervisor named in the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 40 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jul 22, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to allegations that staff failed to address residents' changes in medical condition and failed to follow proper reporting requirements.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on evidence that staff failed to address a resident's significant weight loss in a timely manner and failed to follow proper reporting requirements after a resident's unwitnessed mechanical fall.
Findings
The investigation substantiated the allegations that the facility failed to arrange appropriate medical care for a resident with significant weight loss and failed to provide written reports to the person responsible for a resident after an incident, only providing verbal reports.

Deficiencies (2)
Failed to arrange for medical care appropriate to Resident 4's conditions and needs, posing potential health risks.
Failed to submit written reports to the person responsible for the resident within seven days of an incident, posing potential health and safety risks.
Report Facts
Weight loss percentage: 10.62 Deficiency count: 2 Capacity: 61 Census: 40

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesExecutive DirectorMet during investigation and discussed findings
Murial HanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Michael GarciaLicensing Program AnalystOn whose behalf the investigation was conducted
Brenda ChanLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 40 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 22, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to an allegation that the facility failed to conduct emergency preparedness drills.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged failure to conduct emergency preparedness drills. The facility had previously been cited for this deficiency in January 2020 but had corrected it. At the time of the complaint investigation, the facility was found to be in compliance.
Findings
The investigation found the complaint to be unfounded, meaning the allegation was false or without reasonable basis, and the complaint was dismissed.

Report Facts
Complaint Control Number: 14-AS-20200305140351

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesExecutive DirectorMet during the complaint investigation visit.
Murial HanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit.
Brenda ChanLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 40 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 22, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to allegations received on 2020-03-05 regarding resident injuries from falls, staff leaving residents in soiled diapers for extended periods, inability to locate a resident, failure to notify authorized representatives of incidents, and administration of discontinued medication.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated, meaning there was not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations occurred.
Findings
The investigation found that although the allegations may have occurred or are valid, there was insufficient evidence to substantiate the claims. Specific findings included an unwitnessed fall with no fall prevention plan for a low-risk resident, regular continence care provided, a resident leaving the facility authorized and documented, incidents reported verbally to responsible persons, and discontinued medication administration stopped prior to the alleged date.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 61 Resident census: 40

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during complaint investigation
Murial HanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Brenda ChanLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 39 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 12, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to an allegation that residents were not provided with plastic utensils such as forks and spoons.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that residents were not provided with plastic utensils (forks and spoons). The investigation included interviews with staff and residents and review of order confirmations. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found that residents were provided with chopsticks and small wooden spoons when plastic utensils were unavailable, and silverware or cleaned plastic utensils were offered to those who could not use chopsticks. Most residents preferred chopsticks and no complaints were reported. The allegation was unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence.

Report Facts
Capacity: 61 Census: 39

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesAdministratorFacility Administrator involved in the investigation and exit interview
Murial HanLicensed Program AnalystEvaluator who conducted the complaint investigation
Brenda ChanSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 39 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 12, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to a complaint alleging that residents were not provided with plastic utensils such as forks and spoons.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged residents were not provided with plastic utensils (forks and spoons). The investigation was unsubstantiated based on record review and interviews with staff and residents.
Findings
The investigation found that during times when plastic utensils were unavailable, residents were provided with chopsticks and small wooden spoons, and those who could not use chopsticks were offered silverware or cleaned plastic utensils saved from previous meals. Most residents preferred chopsticks and no complaints were reported. The allegation was unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 61 Resident census: 39

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesAdministratorFacility Administrator involved in the investigation and exit interview
Murial HanLicensed Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and follow-up inspection
Brenda ChanLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 38 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 4, 2021

Visit Reason
This was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to multiple allegations received on 2021-04-08 regarding housekeeping, activities, incident reporting, administrator certification, and staff training at Kokoro Assisted Living Facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint included allegations that some residents did not have linen changes in a timely manner, the facility lacked scheduled activities, staff were not reporting incidents as required, the administrator did not complete the required 80-hour RCFE Certification Class, and staff had not received required training. All allegations were found unsubstantiated after investigation.
Findings
All allegations were investigated through record reviews and interviews with staff, residents, and responsible parties. The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to substantiate any of the allegations, and all were determined to be unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 61 Census: 38 Complaint received date: Apr 8, 2021 Inspection visit date: May 4, 2021

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesAdministratorNamed in relation to allegations and investigation findings
Murial HanLicensing EvaluatorConducted the complaint investigation
Brenda ChanSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 38 Capacity: 61 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 4, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to multiple allegations including untimely linen changes, lack of scheduled activities, failure to report incidents, incomplete administrator certification, and insufficient staff training.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated. Allegations included untimely linen changes, no scheduled activities, failure to report incidents, administrator not completing required 80-hour RCFE certification, and staff not receiving required training. All were found unsubstantiated after review and interviews.
Findings
All allegations were investigated through record reviews and interviews with staff, residents, and responsible parties. Each allegation was found to be unsubstantiated based on evidence including housekeeping schedules, activity calendars, incident reports, training records, and certifications.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 61 Census: 38 Complaint received date: Apr 8, 2021 Inspection visit time: 75

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Naoko JonesAdministratorFacility Administrator involved in the investigation and exit interview
Murial HanLicensed Program AnalystEvaluator who conducted the complaint investigation
Brenda ChanLicensing Program ManagerManager overseeing the complaint investigation

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