Most inspections found no deficiencies, and several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, indicating that many concerns raised were not confirmed. However, earlier reports documented multiple deficiencies related to fire safety, medication management, resident rights, and maintenance issues, including a $1,000 civil penalty issued in March 2025 for fire clearance and staff clearance violations. The facility also received fines of $500 in April and May 2024 for fire safety violations and $250 in August 2025 for repeated personal rights and care order violations, with some findings posing immediate risks to residents. The most recent report from September 23, 2025, had no deficiencies and found all complaints unsubstantiated, showing improvement over time. While some issues were serious, recent inspections suggest the facility has addressed many prior concerns.
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by allegations that staff did not assist a resident with obtaining medical care in a timely manner and did not report the incident to appropriate parties.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility followed proper protocol regarding seeking timely medical care for the resident and reported the incident to one of the two responsible parties listed. Both allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved two allegations: 1) staff did not assist a resident with obtaining medical care timely, and 2) staff did not report the incident to appropriate parties. Both allegations were found unsubstantiated after review of records, interviews, and police investigation.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 34Census: 28Complaint control number: 21-AS-20250826101958
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Marisol Cuadra
Licensing Program Analyst
Conducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings
The visit was an unannounced Case Management Visit to follow up on a self-death report dated 2025-07-21 involving a resident who choked and died while under the care of the facility.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst reviewed relevant medical and care records, confirmed that the facility followed adequate protocols including timely medical assistance, and found no deficiencies during the visit.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 34Resident census: 28
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Lisa DiBartolo
Administrative Assistant
Met with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted following allegations that facility staff unlawfully confined a resident to their room, did not adhere to the resident care plan, and failed to provide oral hygiene.
Findings
The investigation found insufficient evidence to substantiate the allegations. The resident was isolated per facility protocol due to COVID-19 exposure, care plan supervision requirements were not clearly supported by documentation, and oral hygiene care had some gaps but was inconsistently documented due to staff oversight. All allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated. Allegations included unlawful confinement of a resident to their room, failure to adhere to the resident's care plan, and failure to provide oral hygiene. Evidence did not prove violations occurred.
Report Facts
Capacity: 34Census: 29Complaint control number: 21-AS-20250728132515
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Marisol Cuadra
Licensing Program Analyst
Conducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings
Bethany Moellers
Licensing Program Manager
Named as Licensing Program Manager on report
Alexander Varshavsky
Administrator
Facility administrator unavailable onsite but available by phone during investigation
Lisa DiBartolo
Administrative Assistant
Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by allegations of violations of personal rights and failure of facility staff to follow physician care orders.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that staff made inappropriate comments and failed to communicate intentions during resident transfers, violating personal rights. Staff also did not follow physician orders to use gait belts during transfers, posing immediate risk to residents. A civil penalty of $250 was assessed for repeated violations within 12 months.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated. Allegations included personal rights violations and failure to follow physician care orders. The preponderance of evidence standard was met for both allegations. A civil penalty of $250 was assessed for repeated violations within 12 months.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 2
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Severity
Facility staff assisted residents using inappropriate comments and did not notify residents of their intentions during transfers, violating residents' dignity and personal rights.
Type A
Staff did not follow physician's written order to use gait belts for resident transfers, posing immediate risk to health and safety.
Type A
Report Facts
Civil Penalty Amount: 250Estimated Days of Completion: 90Residents needing two-person assistance: 6
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Marisol Cuadra
Licensing Program Analyst
Conducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
The visit was an unannounced Case Management - Incident inspection to follow up on two self-incident reports dated 5/12/2025 and 6/2/2025 involving resident injuries.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst reviewed physician reports and care plans for the residents involved in the incidents, confirmed the call alert system was working properly, and observed adequate paper products in resident bathrooms. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.
Report Facts
Incident dates: Two self-incident reports dated 5/12/2025 and 6/2/2025Incident date: Resident 1 incident on 5/8/2024Incident date: Resident 2 incident on 5/27/2025
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Teresa Astudillo
Med-Tech
Met with during the inspection and exit interview
Alexander Varshavsky
Administrator/Director
Licensee who authorized staff to sign the report by phone
The visit was an unannounced Case Management - Other inspection to update the facility's Fire Clearance received on 3/27/25.
Findings
The facility received an approved fire clearance dated March 27, 2025, allowing 34 non-ambulatory residents and 7 bedridden rooms. The updated fire clearance addressed previous concerns including the secured perimeter. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.
Report Facts
Capacity: 34Census: 33Fire clearance date: Mar 27, 2025
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Marisol Cuadra
Licensing Program Analyst
Conducted the case management visit
Lisa DiBartolo
Administrative Assistant
Met with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit
The inspection was an unannounced required 1-year annual inspection to assess compliance with licensing regulations and facility operations.
Findings
The inspection identified multiple deficiencies including fire clearance violations due to bedridden residents occupying non-cleared rooms, expired fire extinguishers, call alert system failures, medication administration errors, staff working without proper clearance, and sanitation and maintenance issues such as cracked toilets, feces in bathrooms, lack of hygiene supplies, and unpacked dry goods without expiration dates. Civil penalties totaling $1000 were issued for fire clearance and staff clearance violations.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 4Type B: 3
Deficiencies (7)
Description
Severity
Fire clearance violation due to bedridden residents occupying non-cleared rooms and expired fire extinguishers.
Type A
Call alert system was off causing delayed staff response to emergency alerts.
Type A
Two out of 27 staff worked without being properly associated with the facility.
Type A
Two out of five residents were not given medications as prescribed by their physician.
Type A
Bathroom toilet in room 7 cracked, sticky floors, trash can without lid, and feces on floor in shared bathroom.
Type B
No toilet paper or paper towels found in residents' shared bathrooms.
Type B
Unpacked dry goods with no expiration dates noted.
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to allegations received on 07/24/2024 regarding medication administration and notification of resident condition changes at Mirabel Lodge.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that staff did not dispense medication to a resident as prescribed, including missed doses of Seroquel and improper medication crushing practices, posing an immediate risk to resident health. Another allegation that staff failed to inform the resident's authorized representative of a change in condition was found unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for the allegation that staff did not dispense medication to a resident as prescribed, confirmed by medication administration records and hospice documentation. The allegation that staff failed to inform the resident's authorized representative of a change in condition was unsubstantiated.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Severity
Staff did not dispense medication to resident as prescribed, including missed doses of Seroquel and improper medication crushing.
Type A
Report Facts
Capacity: 34Census: 28Immediate Civil Penalty: 250Plan of Correction Due Date: Aug 30, 2024
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Marisol Cuadra
Licensing Program Analyst
Conducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Bethany Moellers
Licensing Program Manager
Oversaw the complaint investigation
Lisa DiBartolo
Administrative Assistant
Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and involved in medication administration issues
The visit was an unannounced Case Management visit to follow up on an incident report dated 7/13/24 involving resident aggression and subsequent hospital assessment.
Findings
The facility reviewed the incident involving resident aggression and developed a plan of action including behavior assessment, staff training, and engagement with responsible parties. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.
Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by a complaint/incident report of resident (R1) aggression towards another resident (R2) on 7/13/24, resulting in hospital assessment for altered mental status and hypernatremia. The complaint remains under review with no physician response yet.
The visit was a Case Management Visit conducted unannounced to amend a report originally dated 05/23/2024 due to an error in reviewing the secured perimeter after a change of ownership.
Findings
The facility is operating under fire clearance approved on 11/16/2022 without a secured perimeter waiver. The Fire Department approval is pending. No citations were issued during this visit.
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted due to an allegation that the facility does not maintain a proper fire clearance, specifically regarding locked and impassable gates preventing safe exit.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility had issues with the front and side gates being locked and impassable, posing an immediate health and safety risk. The gate maglock was faulty and was replaced promptly. The allegation was substantiated, and an immediate civil penalty of $500 was assessed. However, an amendment noted that the secured perimeter waiver was not approved, and the facility is operating under a previous fire clearance.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on evidence that the facility gates were locked and impassable, preventing safe exit. The licensee repaired the gate promptly. An immediate civil penalty of $500 was assessed.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Severity
Type A 87203 Fire Safety: All facilities shall be maintained in conformity with the regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal for the protection of life and property against fire and panic. Facility did not ensure all exits were free from obstructions, posing an immediate health, safety, or personal rights risk.
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted following an allegation received on 2024-04-09 regarding a resident's personal rights being violated by another resident.
Findings
The investigation found the allegation of personal rights violation unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence, despite incidents of resident-on-resident aggression. The facility followed its program plan by addressing issues with residents' responsible parties and consulting physicians as needed.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that resident R2 entered resident R1's room at night and physically assaulted them. The Sheriff's report and facility records showed no injuries consistent with the allegation, resulting in an unsubstantiated finding.
Report Facts
Complaint control number: 21-AS-20240409090025Facility capacity: 34Census: 28
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Marisol Cuadra
Licensing Program Analyst
Conducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings
The inspection was an unannounced required 1-year annual inspection conducted to assess compliance with licensing regulations.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including fire clearance violations, maintenance and safety issues, medication administration errors, lack of activities, expired food items, incomplete care plans, insufficient staff training, and non-functional emergency alarm systems. An immediate civil penalty of $500 was issued for the fire clearance violation.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 6Type B: 6
Deficiencies (12)
Description
Severity
Wheelchair stored in front of sliding glass door obstructing exit, violating fire clearance.
Type A
Two rusty shower chairs, holes in bedroom screen, broken faucets, urine smell, dusty ceiling fans, uneven cement ramp, sticky floors, trash cans without lids, non-working lights, broken electrical plate.
Type A
Hot water temperature in one resident bedroom measured at 131.6°F, exceeding safe limits.
Type A
Auditory emergency signal system not working or lacking in 4 of 12 client bedrooms inspected.
Type A
Medications for 4 out of 5 residents not given according to physician's orders.
Type A
Storage cabinets with potentially toxic chemicals unlocked and accessible to residents with dementia.
Type A
Activities not occurring during scheduled times; no resident participation observed.
Type B
Expired canned goods, unpacked dry goods without expiration dates, and uncovered prepared foods in walk-in refrigerator.
Type B
Care plans for 4 out of 5 residents need updating.
Type B
3 out of 5 staff do not have annual required training hours completed.
Type B
Auditory alarms on several resident bedroom sliding glass door exits were not activated.
Type B
No menus posted for residents to view; no dated menus on file.
Type B
Report Facts
Immediate civil penalty: 500Residents with medication errors: 4Client bedrooms inspected for emergency signals: 12Staff without required training: 3Residents with outdated care plans: 4
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Alexander Varshavsky
Administrator
Named as facility administrator; certificate expires 07/15/2024.
Lisa DiBartolo
Assistant Administrator
Met with Licensing Program Analysts during inspection.
The inspection was an unannounced case management visit to follow up on death reports submitted to Community Care Licensing regarding two residents who passed away unexpectedly.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility followed all regulation and training requirements. However, the two residents were not receiving hospice services when they passed away. No deficiencies were found during the inspection.
Report Facts
Capacity: 34Census: 23
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Alex Varshavsky
Licensee
Met with during the inspection and involved in the case management visit
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted due to an allegation that staff did not ensure a resident received their medication as prescribed while in care.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that the facility failed to ensure resident R1 received their prescribed medication Sertraline for approximately six months due to errors in medication ordering and management. The designated medication technician was no longer employed, and the facility had not contacted a pharmacy for medication management review as required.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated. The allegation was that staff did not ensure a resident received their medication as prescribed, leading to behavioral issues. The investigation confirmed the medication was not administered from June 2023 until November 2023 due to ordering errors and inadequate medication management.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Severity
Failure to ensure medication was given according to physician's directions as required by CCR 87465(c)(2).
Type A
Report Facts
Capacity: 34Census: 32Deficiency count: 1Plan of Correction Due Date: Jan 10, 2024
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Marisol Cuadra
Licensing Program Analyst
Conducted the complaint investigation
Bethany Moellers
Licensing Program Manager
Oversaw the complaint investigation
Ana Martinez
Med-Technician
Met with investigator during complaint investigation
Alexander Varshavsky
Administrator
Facility licensee and administrator available by phone during investigation
The inspection was an unannounced case management visit to follow up on two self-reported incident reports submitted to Community Care Licensing on 08/04/2023 and 08/18/2023.
Findings
The facility followed all regulations and training requirements related to the incidents. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection.
Report Facts
Incident report dates: Incident reports submitted on 08/04/2023 and 08/18/2023Resident incident dates: Incidents occurred on 07/09/2023 and 08/11/2023
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Diandra Chadwick
Lead staff
Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Alexander Varshavsky
Administrator
Facility administrator named in report header
Julia Latifi
Owner met during inspection
Marisol Cuadra
Licensing Program Analyst
Conducted the inspection
Bethany Moellers
Licensing Program Manager
Named in exit interview section
Inspection Report Original LicensingCensus: 29Capacity: 34Deficiencies: 4Jun 23, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced post-licensing and Non-Compliance inspection conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with licensing requirements following a change of ownership.
Findings
The facility was found to have several deficiencies including maintenance issues such as missing face cover plates and drawers, hot water temperatures outside the regulated range, and admission agreements not updated after change of ownership. Staff training and resident care plans were generally compliant, but there were noted failures in timely medical attention and adequate direct care staffing.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
Missing face cover plate in room #7, bathroom in room #6 has an out of order sign, and two drawers missing in shared bathroom for rooms #4 and #5.
Hot water temperatures in four out of six resident bathrooms measured outside the regulated range (123.8, 118.6, 121.6, 122.4, 108.1, and 127.9 degrees).
Admission agreements were not updated after change of ownership in 29 out of 29 resident files, including lack of addendum for surveillance camera use.
Failure to ensure timely medical attention and adequate direct care staffing to meet residents' needs.
Report Facts
Capacity: 34Census: 29Hot water temperature readings: 6Admission agreements not updated: 29Direct care staff count: 6Direct care staff count: 5Direct care staff count: 2Staff training hours: 52
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Alexander Varshavsky
Administrator
Licensee and administrator whose certificate expires on 7/15/2023; authorized lead staff to sign report.
Diandra Chadwick
Lead Staff
Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and participated in observations.
The purpose of this office meeting was to discuss the non-compliance plan from the old facility Mirabel Lodge #496800941, which is being rolled over to the new facility number 496804122 due to change of ownership.
Findings
The facility has several ongoing non-compliance issues including failure to seek timely medical attention, inadequate staffing, failure to ensure resident rights and safety resulting in a resident's death, lack of observation of resident condition changes after falls, inability to provide resident care notes, and failure to notify the licensing agency about incidents after falls. No new deficiencies were cited at this time.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 34
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Bethany Moellers
Licensing Program Manager
Present at the office meeting and named in the report
Marisol Cuadra
Licensing Program Analyst
Present at the office meeting and named in the report
Alex Varshavsky
Licensee
Facility administrator and participant in the office meeting
Inspection Report Original LicensingCensus: 31Capacity: 34Deficiencies: 0Mar 28, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was a pre-licensing continuation facility inspection to evaluate compliance for issuing a new license.
Findings
The facility met all requirements with no deficiencies cited. Exits were unobstructed and auditory alarms were operational. Pre-licensing deficiencies have been resolved and the inspection is complete.
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Alexander Varshavsky
Applicant/Administrator
Met with Licensing Program Analyst during the pre-licensing inspection.
Marisol Cuadra
Licensing Program Analyst
Conducted the pre-licensing continuation facility inspection.
Bethany Moellers
Licensing Program Manager
Named in the report header.
Inspection Report Original LicensingCensus: 29Capacity: 34Deficiencies: 2Mar 13, 2023
Visit Reason
Pre-licensing unannounced inspection conducted due to an application for Change of Ownership at the facility.
Findings
The facility was observed to have some deficiencies including non-operational auditory alarm systems in all resident rooms and obstructed exits in rooms 2, 4, and 6, which were immediately cleared. Other observations included compliance with fire safety, food storage, and emergency preparedness regulations.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
All resident rooms' auditory alarm systems were not operational or working properly.
Exits from resident rooms (room #2, 4, and 6) were obstructed.
Report Facts
Residents currently in care: 29Licensed capacity: 34Fire clearance allowance: 28Fire clearance allowance: 6
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Alex Varshavsky
Applicant
Met during inspection and discussed facility operations and deficiencies
Marisol Cuadra
Licensing Program Analyst
Conducted the pre-licensing inspection and documented findings
Inspection Report Original LicensingCensus: 31Capacity: 34Deficiencies: 0Feb 16, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a pre-licensing inspection and Component II (COMP II) evaluation by telephone to verify the applicant and administrator's understanding of Title 22 and facility operation requirements.
Findings
COMP II was successfully completed via telephone call with the applicant and administrator, confirming understanding of facility operation, staff qualifications, training, grievances, complaints, food service, medication management, and application document review. No deficiencies or violations were noted in the report.
Report Facts
Capacity: 34Census: 31
Employees Mentioned
Name
Title
Context
Alexander Varshavsky
Administrator/Owner
Participant in COMP II telephone call and applicant/administrator verified
Shannon Betker
Analyst
CAB analyst conducting COMP II telephone call
Jude De La Concepcion
Licensing Program Manager
Named as Licensing Program Manager on the report
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