Inspection Reports for
Silverado San Juan Capistrano Memory Care Community

CA, 92675

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Deficiencies (last 5 years)

Deficiencies (over 5 years) 1.6 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

60% better than California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

4 3 2 1 0
2021
2022
2024
2025
2026

Census

Latest occupancy rate 77% occupied

Based on a March 2026 inspection.

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

Occupancy over time

40 60 80 100 120 Feb 2021 Feb 2024 Feb 2025 Mar 2026

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 74 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Mar 18, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required annual inspection conducted by Licensing Program Analysts to assess compliance with licensing requirements.

Findings
The facility was found to have missing PRN medications for two residents, hot water temperatures exceeding the allowed maximum in several rooms, and staff training deficiencies related to restricted health conditions, postural supports, and hospice care. Other observations included proper medication storage, clean kitchen, and no hazards in the facility.

Deficiencies (3)
Resident 1 and Resident 2 were each missing one PRN medication, posing an immediate health, safety, or personal rights risk.
Hot water temperature measured above 120 degrees Fahrenheit in 5 out of 8 rooms inspected, posing a potential health, safety, or personal rights risk.
All 10 staff files reviewed lacked 4 hours of training specific to postural supports, restricted health conditions, and hospice care.
Report Facts
Residents missing PRN medications: 2 Rooms with hot water above 120°F: 5 Staff files reviewed: 10 Facility capacity: 96 Current census: 74

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sheila FikeExecutive DirectorAdministrator whose certificate expires on July 17, 2027
Casey LambertDirector of Resident and Family ServicesMet with Licensing Program Analysts during inspection
Joseph AlejandreLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and signed the report
Garlli TatLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection
Sheila SantosLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 11, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted following a complaint received on 2025-03-07 regarding allegations of unmet resident needs, failure to seek medical attention, failure to safeguard personal belongings, and failure to issue a refund.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated. Allegations included staff not ensuring resident needs were met, not seeking medical attention, not safeguarding personal belongings, and not issuing a refund. Interviews and record reviews found no evidence to support these allegations.
Findings
The investigation included interviews with staff and residents and review of facility records. All allegations were denied by staff and residents, and evidence showed the refund was issued and the missing item was returned. No deficiencies were cited and the allegations were deemed unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 96 Refund check number: 5638

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Samer HaddadinLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and unannounced visit
Sheila FikeAdministrator / Executive DirectorFacility administrator met during the investigation
Alisa OrtizSupervisorSupervisor named in the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 11, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to a complaint received on 2025-03-07 regarding allegations of staff not ensuring residents' needs were met, not seeking medical attention, not safeguarding personal belongings, and not issuing a refund.

Complaint Details
The complaint included four allegations: staff did not ensure residents' needs were met, did not seek medical attention for a resident, did not safeguard a resident's personal belongings, and did not issue a refund to a responsible party. All allegations were denied by interviewed staff and residents, and evidence reviewed confirmed resolution of the refund and safeguarding issues. The complaint was unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found no substantiated evidence supporting the allegations after interviews with staff and residents and record reviews. The alleged violations were deemed unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were cited during the visit.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 96 Refund check number: 5638

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Samer HaddadinLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and interviews
Sheila FikeExecutive DirectorFacility administrator met during the investigation
Alisa OrtizLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 64 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 6, 2025

Visit Reason
This unannounced inspection was conducted to investigate complaints alleging that staff did not ensure a resident's shower needs were met, did not safeguard resident's personal items, allowed residents to use the same toothbrush, and did not prevent a resident from engaging in altercations with another resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for the allegation that staff did not ensure Resident #1's shower needs were met, with evidence showing missed showers from October 5 to 11, 2024, and lack of documented multiple attempts to assist after refusals. Other allegations about safeguarding personal items, toothbrush sharing, and failure to prevent altercations were unsubstantiated due to lack of corroborating evidence or conflicting information.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that staff failed to ensure Resident #1 received showers as required, with documented missed showers and insufficient attempts to assist after refusals. Other allegations regarding safeguarding personal items, toothbrush use, and prevention of altercations were unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence or conflicting information.

Deficiencies (1)
The licensee did not ensure Resident #1 received assistance with showers by not making multiple attempts to assist after refusals, posing a potential health risk.
Report Facts
Capacity: 96 Census: 64 Plan of Correction Due Date: Sep 3, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sean HaddadLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and inspection
Jenifer TirreLicensing Program AnalystAssisted in inspection and investigation
Shila FikeAdministratorFacility administrator met during inspection and involved in findings
Armando J LuceroSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 64 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 6, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to allegations received on 2024-10-29 regarding resident care issues including failure to meet shower needs, safeguarding personal items, use of the same toothbrush, and prevention of resident altercations.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for the allegation that staff did not ensure Resident #1's shower needs were met, as the shower log showed multiple days without showers and lack of documented attempts after refusals. Other allegations about safeguarding personal items, toothbrush sharing, and failure to prevent altercations were unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that staff did not ensure a resident received showers as required, failing to make multiple attempts after refusals. Other allegations regarding safeguarding personal items, toothbrush use, and prevention of altercations were unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence or conflicting information. The facility took appropriate actions regarding resident altercations and medication adjustments.

Deficiencies (1)
The licensee did not ensure Resident #1 received assistance with showers by not making multiple attempts to assist with showers after refusals, posing a potential health risk.
Report Facts
Capacity: 96 Census: 64 Deficiencies cited: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: 2025 One-on-one supervision duration: 72

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sean HaddadLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and inspection
Armando J LuceroLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation
Sheila FikeAdministratorFacility administrator met during inspection and involved in findings

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 71 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Feb 7, 2025

Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection of Silverado Senior Living-San Juan Capistrano.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with no deficiencies cited. Observations included operational delayed egress doors, fully charged fire extinguishers, proper medication storage, adequate food supplies, and staff files with required training and background clearances.

Deficiencies (1)
The first aid kit did not contain a current edition first aid manual.
Report Facts
Licensed capacity: 96 Census: 71 Temperature range: 111.3 Temperature range: 120.5 Food supply: 2 Food supply: 7 Emergency food and water supply: 3 Resident rooms toured: 10 Resident files reviewed: 10 Staff files reviewed: 7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Joseph AlejandreLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and made observations
Sheila FikeExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst and explained reason for visit

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 71 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 7, 2025

Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection of Silverado Senior Living-San Juan Capistrano.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with no deficiencies cited. Observations included operational delayed egress doors, fully charged fire extinguishers, adequate emergency food supplies, locked medication carts, and proper staff training and background clearance.

Report Facts
Emergency drill date: Nov 13, 2024 Hot water temperature range: Measured between 111.3 to 120.5 degrees Fahrenheit Perishable food supply: 2 Non-perishable food supply: 7 Emergency food and water supply: 3 Resident rooms toured: 10 Resident files reviewed: 10 Staff files reviewed: 7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Joseph AlejandreLicensing Program AnalystConducted the annual inspection visit
Sheila FikeExecutive Director/AdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 64 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Mar 12, 2024

Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection of Silverado Senior Living-San Juan Capistrano.

Findings
The facility was generally found to be clean, organized, and compliant with most regulations, including proper furnishings, operational carbon monoxide detectors, and safe hot water temperatures. However, one out of six staff members did not meet the required 20 hours of annual training, resulting in a cited deficiency.

Deficiencies (1)
One out of six staff members did not meet the required 20 hours of annual training, including dementia care and other specified training.
Report Facts
Staff members reviewed: 6 Resident files reviewed: 6 Staff members non-compliant: 1 Plan of Correction due date: Apr 1, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sheila FikeExecutive Director / AdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Joseph AlejandreLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report
Sheila SantosSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the inspection process

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 64 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 12, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced complaint investigation following a complaint received on 2022-08-25 alleging that a staff member was abusing residents in care.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff woke residents early to ease morning workload and that residents were abused. The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged abuse occurred, resulting in an unsubstantiated finding.
Findings
The investigation found conflicting information from 14 witnesses and no corroboration of the abuse allegation. All interviewed individuals reported no abuse or poor treatment of residents. The allegation was deemed unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence.

Report Facts
Capacity: 96 Census: 64 Number of witnesses interviewed: 14

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Joseph AlejandreLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings
Sheila FikeExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 64 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Mar 12, 2024

Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection of Silverado Senior Living-San Juan Capistrano.

Findings
The facility was generally found to be clean, organized, and compliant with most regulations, including proper furnishings, operational carbon monoxide detectors, safe hot water temperatures, and secure medication storage. However, one out of six staff members did not meet the required 20 hours of annual training, resulting in cited deficiencies.

Deficiencies (1)
One out of six staff members did not have the required 20 hours of annual training, including dementia care and other specific training requirements.
Report Facts
Staff members not meeting training requirement: 1 Total staff files reviewed: 6 Resident files reviewed: 6 Facility capacity: 96 Census: 64

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sheila FikeExecutive Director / AdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and discussed findings
Joseph AlejandreLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report
Sheila SantosLicensing Program Manager / SupervisorNamed as supervisor and licensing program manager on the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 67 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 8, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted to follow up on an incident report received regarding an alleged inappropriate remark made by a staff member to a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved an allegation that a staff member asked a resident an inappropriate question. The staff member was suspended pending investigation. The internal investigation found the incident unsubstantiated, with staff and residents denying knowledge of the incident. The staff member denied the allegation. Due to conflicting information, no further action was taken.
Findings
The investigation included interviews with the resident, staff, and the resident's girlfriend, but conflicting information prevented determination of whether the alleged violation occurred. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 96 Census: 67

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Erin LightAdministratorFacility administrator named in report header
Sheila FikeExecutive DirectorInterviewed during investigation
Claudia GutierrezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and investigation
Armando J LuceroSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the licensing evaluation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 67 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 8, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted to follow up on an incident report received regarding an alleged inappropriate remark made by a staff member to a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved an allegation that on 1/25/24, a staff member asked a resident an inappropriate question. The resident and others provided conflicting accounts, and the internal investigation found the incident unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation included interviews with the resident, staff, and others, but due to conflicting information, the Licensing Program Analyst was unable to determine if the alleged violation occurred. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 96 Resident census: 67

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sheila FikeExecutive DirectorMet during inspection and provided information about the internal investigation
Claudia GutierrezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and interviews
Armando J LuceroLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report header

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 52 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 16, 2022

Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection (mitigation).

Findings
No deficiencies were observed during the visit. The facility was found to be clean, organized, and compliant with all requirements including food storage, emergency systems, medication security, and fire safety.

Report Facts
Hot water temperature: 115.2 Fire sprinkler system test date: Mar 15, 2022 Last fire drill date: Jan 31, 2022

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Joseph AlejandreLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection visit
Erin LightAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Breanna PritchardDirector of Health ServicesMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 52 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 16, 2022

Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection (mitigation) of the facility.

Findings
No deficiencies were observed during the visit. The facility was found to be clean, organized, and compliant with all regulatory requirements including food storage, emergency systems, medication security, and fire safety.

Report Facts
Hot water temperature: 115.2 Fire sprinkler system test date: Mar 15, 2022 Last fire drill date: Jan 31, 2022 Administrator certificate expiration: Mar 8, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Erin LightAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Breanna PritchardDirector of Health ServicesMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Joseph AlejandreLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection visit

Inspection Report

Original Licensing
Census: 65 Capacity: 96 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 24, 2021

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a prelicensing inspection for a new licensee corporation taking over the facility, which will be licensed as an RCFE with dementia care and a capacity of 96 residents.

Findings
The facility was found to meet Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and is ready for licensure. The fire clearance was approved, the facility was clean and safe, with proper infection control measures observed including COVID-19 precautions and PPE supply.

Report Facts
Capacity: 96 Census: 65 Water temperature: 114 Food supply: 7 Food supply: 2 PPE supply: 30 Resident rooms: 48

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Erin LightAdministratorFacility Administrator met during inspection and involved in prelicensing process
Joseph AlejandreLicensing Program AnalystConducted the prelicensing inspection via FaceTime
Ruben GomezFire InspectorApproved fire clearance for the facility

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