Inspection Reports for Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
17200 Goldenwest St, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, CA, 92647
Back to Facility ProfileInspection Report Summary
Most inspections found no deficiencies, including the most recent annual inspection on October 24, 2025, which found the facility clean, safe, and fully compliant with all requirements. Several complaint investigations were conducted over the past few years, but all allegations—ranging from medication mishandling to infection control and abuse—were unsubstantiated after thorough reviews. The complaints that arose involved medication management and infection control, but no evidence of negligence or noncompliance was found. There were no fines, enforcement actions, or severe deficiencies noted in any report. This record shows consistent compliance with licensing standards and no recent issues affecting resident care or safety.
Deficiencies (last 5 years)
Deficiencies (over 5 years)
0 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
Same as California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
4
3
2
1
0
Census
Latest occupancy rate
77% occupied
Based on a October 2025 inspection.
Census over time
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 115
Capacity: 150
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Oct 24, 2025
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced annual required inspection to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements at Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach.
Findings
The facility was found to be clean, safe, and sanitary with no health or safety concerns observed. Resident and staff files contained all required documentation. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.
Report Facts
Licensed capacity: 150
Current census: 115
Administrator certificate expiration: Sep 28, 2026
Water temperature range: 106.7-115.7
Last fire inspection date: Oct 8, 2025
Last emergency drill date: Oct 1, 2025
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jill Johnson | Administrator | Facility administrator with certificate expiring on 09/28/2026 |
| Kimberly Lyman | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection visit |
| Andrea Mendivil | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection visit |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 112
Capacity: 150
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Nov 1, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required annual visit to evaluate the facility's compliance with licensing regulations using the CARE Inspection Tool.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with all regulations, including medication administration, infection control, and safety measures. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.
Report Facts
Hospice residents present: 3
Resident rooms inspected: 15
Water temperature checks: 9
Emergency water drums: 5
Meal kits boxes: 25
Fire extinguishers: 8
Smoke detectors inspected: 229
Residents service files reviewed: 5
Staff personnel files reviewed: 4
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jill Johnson | Executive Director | Assisted with the facility inspection and was present during the visit |
| Jenifer Tirre | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection visit |
| Lourdes Montoya | Licensing Program Manager | Named in the report as Licensing Program Manager |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 121
Capacity: 150
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Mar 4, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint alleging that staff mishandled a resident's medication while in care.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged staff mishandled a resident's medication. The investigation included interviews and record reviews. The allegation was found unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence of staff negligence.
Findings
The investigation found that a resident missed a dose of Tolvaptan on February 24, 2024, due to the facility exhausting their supply and pending insurance approval for a refill. The facility provided medication samples to maintain the prescribed schedule. There was no evidence of negligence by facility staff, and the allegation was unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Date of missed medication dose: Feb 24, 2024
Number of follow-up calls: 5
Resident census: 121
Facility capacity: 150
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jill Johnson | General Manager | Facility administrator who granted entry and was involved in the investigation |
| Kevin Saborit-Guasch | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Sheila Santos | Licensing Program Manager | Named in the report as Licensing Program Manager |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 118
Capacity: 150
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Feb 14, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted to investigate allegations that the facility was not following universal precautions/infection control and did not notify residents and responsible parties of a scabies outbreak.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated based on observations, interviews with staff, and review of records indicating proper infection control measures and notification of families regarding the scabies outbreak.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility was adhering to infection control guidelines and had informed families verbally about the scabies outbreak. There was insufficient evidence to substantiate the allegations, and both were deemed unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Capacity: 150
Census: 118
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jessica Cho | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Jill Johnson | General Manager | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and exit interview |
| Patty Wanjohi | Memory Care Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation |
| Lourdes Montoya | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report as Licensing Program Manager |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 91
Capacity: 150
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Dec 19, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced complaint investigation following allegations received on 09/14/2020 regarding physical abuse, neglect by facility staff, and failure of the administrator to address reports of abuse.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved allegations of physical abuse by staff, neglect of residents, and failure of the administrator to address abuse reports. The investigation was unannounced and included interviews and record reviews. The allegations were deemed unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence.
Findings
The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to substantiate the allegations. Interviews with staff, residents, and the administrator revealed no witnessed or reported abuse or neglect. The administrator addressed staff compliance issues, and staff mentioned in the complaint were no longer employed at the facility.
Report Facts
Capacity: 150
Census: 91
Staff mentioned in complaint: 6
Residents interviewed: 7
Staff interviewed: 4
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jill Johnson | Administrator | Facility administrator involved in the investigation and exit interview |
| Jenifer Tirre | Licensing Program Analyst | Investigator who conducted the complaint investigation |
| Luz Adams | Licensing Program Manager | Manager overseeing the licensing program related to this investigation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 128
Capacity: 150
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Nov 22, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by an allegation that the facility vehicle is not properly maintained.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility vehicle was not properly maintained. After investigation including interviews and document review, the complaint was deemed unfounded, meaning the allegation was false or without reasonable basis.
Findings
The investigation found that the allegation was unfounded. The facility has two transportation vehicles which are properly maintained with current inspections, insurance, and maintenance records, including a recent smog check and labor safety inspection.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 150
Census: 128
Date complaint received: 8112021
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jenifer Tirre | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and authored the report |
| Jill Johnson | Administrator | Facility administrator met during investigation and exit interview |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 126
Capacity: 150
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Oct 3, 2022
Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Jenifer Tirre conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a required annual visit.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with no deficiencies noted. Observations included proper COVID signage, adequate emergency supplies, secured medication storage, and current resident files.
Report Facts
Resident files reviewed: 8
Medication supply: 30
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jill Johnson | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and participated in exit interview |
| Jenifer Tirre | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the unannounced annual inspection visit |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 117
Capacity: 150
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Feb 11, 2022
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted to investigate the allegation that a resident in care was left unattended for an extended period of time.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that a resident in care was left unattended for an extended period of time. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated after investigation.
Findings
The investigation included review of resident, staff, and facility records, interviews with staff and residents, and a partial tour of the facility. The allegation was deemed unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Report Facts
Capacity: 150
Census: 117
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Patricia Velazquez | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Jill Johnson | General Manager | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation |
| Sheila Santos | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report as Licensing Program Manager |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 104
Capacity: 150
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Mar 30, 2021
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted regarding an allegation that a facility staff member failed to document administration of a medication.
Complaint Details
The complaint was that a facility staff member failed to document administration of a medication. The allegation was deemed unfounded after investigation.
Findings
The investigation revealed that the allegation was unfounded because Community Care Licensing regulations do not require signatures on controlled drug records or use of a medication administration record during medication administration.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 150
Census: 104
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Kimberly Lyman | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings |
| Jill Johnson | Administrator | Facility administrator interviewed during investigation |
| Alisa Ortiz | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report as Licensing Program Manager |
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