Inspection Reports for Sofia’s Home

2612 Wabash Cir, Sparks, NV 89434, NV, 89434

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Inspection Report Summary

The most recent inspection on July 1, 2025, identified deficiencies related to expired food items in the kitchen and pantry, as well as expired and missing supplies in the first aid kit. Earlier inspections showed a mix of deficiencies primarily involving documentation delays, health and sanitation issues, and infection control practices, with no enforcement actions or fines listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations were conducted several times, but none were substantiated. Prior citations often involved timely completion of resident assessments, safe storage practices, and compliance with bedfast resident policies. The facility’s inspection history shows ongoing attention to regulatory requirements with some recurring themes, but no clear pattern of worsening or improvement over time.

Deficiencies (last 6 years)

Deficiencies (over 6 years) 2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

72% better than Nevada average
Nevada average: 7.1 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

4 3 2 1 0
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025

Census

Latest occupancy rate 100% occupied

Based on a July 2025 inspection.

Census over time

0 3 6 9 12 Aug 2020 Dec 2020 Apr 2022 Nov 2022 Aug 2024 Jul 2025

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 5 Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jul 1, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a result of a complaint investigation and an annual State Licensure survey at the facility on 07/01/2025.

Complaint Details
One complaint (#NV00074026) was investigated regarding failure to repair or maintain paint on wooden handrails, remove accumulated refuse from the backyard, and provide single motion locks on two bathrooms. The complaint was not substantiated due to lack of evidence.
Findings
The facility was found to have expired food items in the kitchen and pantry, as well as expired and missing items in the first aid kit. One complaint was investigated but was not substantiated due to lack of evidence. The facility received a grade of A.

Deficiencies (2)
Facility failed to ensure expired food was removed from the refrigerator and pantry.
Facility failed to maintain the contents of a first aid kit, including expired items and missing required supplies.
Report Facts
Number of resident files reviewed: 5 Number of employee files reviewed: 3 Facility licensed capacity: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Catalina AlvendiaOwnerConfirmed expired items in kitchen and first aid kit, and involved in corrective actions

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 5 Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Aug 22, 2024

Visit Reason
This inspection was conducted as an annual State Licensure survey by the Division of Public and Behavioral Health in accordance with NAC 449 for Residential Facility for Groups.

Findings
The facility received a grade of A. Deficiencies were identified related to late completion of a Physician Placement Determination for one resident and late tuberculosis (TB) testing for two residents. The facility failed to ensure timely documentation and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Deficiencies (2)
Failed to ensure a standard placement determination was accurately completed by a provider upon admission for 1 of 5 residents; Physician Placement Determination was completed seven days late.
Failed to ensure 2 of 5 sampled residents met the requirements concerning tuberculosis (TB) testing; TB tests were administered late for Resident #1 and Resident #3.
Report Facts
Resident census: 5 Total licensed capacity: 5 Days late: 7 Days late: 4 Months late: 6

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Catalina AlvendiaOwnerConfirmed late completion of Physician Placement Determination and TB tests; named in findings

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 4 Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 20, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual State Licensure survey by the Division of Public and Behavioral Health in accordance with NAC 449 for Residential Facility for Groups.

Findings
No regulatory deficiencies were identified during the survey. The facility received a grade of A and no further action was necessary.

Report Facts
Resident files reviewed: 4 Employee files reviewed: 3

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 4 Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 28, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a result of a complaint investigation regarding an allegation that the facility would not use the resident's lift equipment to move the resident from the bed to a wheelchair.

Complaint Details
Complaint #NV00066699 alleged the facility would not use the resident's lift equipment to move the resident from the bed to a wheelchair. The allegation was not substantiated after interviews, record reviews, and policy review.
Findings
The complaint investigation found no regulatory deficiencies and the allegation could not be substantiated due to lack of evidence. The facility received a grade A.

Report Facts
Licensed beds: 5 Census: 4

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 5 Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Oct 13, 2022

Visit Reason
This inspection was conducted as an annual State Licensure survey of the facility in accordance with NAC 449 for Residential Facility for Groups.

Findings
The facility received a grade of A. One regulatory deficiency was identified related to the failure to discharge a bedfast resident after the facility's application for a waiver to retain the resident was denied.

Deficiencies (1)
Facility failed to discharge a bedfast resident after the waiver application to retain the resident was denied.
Report Facts
Resident files reviewed: 5 Employee files reviewed: 2 Licensed capacity: 5 Census: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Laila BuenviajeAdministratorNamed as the facility administrator on the report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 5 Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 26, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation triggered by Complaint #NV00066179 regarding allegations that a resident was bed-bound and not assisted with a Hoyer lift for transfers.

Complaint Details
Complaint #NV00066179 alleged a resident was bed-bound and not assisted with a Hoyer lift. The complaint was not substantiated due to lack of evidence.
Findings
The investigation found that three residents remained bedfast without approved bedfast waivers from the Bureau, which is against policy. The complaint allegations could not be substantiated due to lack of evidence, but regulatory deficiencies related to admission policies and bedfast residents were identified.

Deficiencies (1)
Facility failed to ensure residents who were bedfast did not remain in the facility without approved bedfast waivers for Residents #1, #3, and #4.
Report Facts
Number of residents present: 5 Total licensed capacity: 5 Number of complaints investigated: 1 Sample size: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Laila BuenviajeAdministratorNamed as provider/supplier representative signing the report

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 4 Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Nov 29, 2021

Visit Reason
This inspection was an annual State Licensure survey conducted by the Division of Public and Behavioral Health in accordance with NAC 449 for Residential Facility for Groups.

Findings
The facility received a grade of A. Deficiencies were identified related to health and sanitation, including non-operational bathroom fan, improper storage of plastic containers in the oven, peeling exterior paint, and unsecured oxygen tanks in resident rooms.

Deficiencies (2)
Non-operational fan in bathroom next to kitchen, plastic containers stored in oven, and peeling paint on exterior trim.
Oxygen tanks were unsecured in resident rooms, located below bedroom window without proper securing rack.
Report Facts
Resident census: 4 Total licensed capacity: 5 Unsecured oxygen tanks: 3 Disposable plastic containers in oven: 2

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 4 Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Dec 11, 2020

Visit Reason
This inspection was a State Licensure COVID-19 Focused Infection Control Survey conducted due to a resident being hospitalized with COVID and the owner/caregiver testing positive for the virus.

Findings
The facility failed to provide 3 of 4 residents with face masks to wear in common areas during a COVID-19 outbreak, despite facility policy requiring masks. The owner/caregiver and a resident tested positive for COVID-19, and infection control practices were not fully implemented.

Deficiencies (2)
Facility failed to provide 3 of 4 residents with face masks to wear while in common areas during a COVID-19 outbreak.
Administrator failed to ensure a safe environment by not providing face masks to residents during the COVID outbreak.
Report Facts
Licensed beds: 5 Residents present: 4 COVID positive residents: 0 COVID positive employees: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Laila BuenviajeAdministratorNamed as Administrator and signer of the report

Inspection Report

Follow-Up
Census: 5 Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 16, 2020

Visit Reason
This visit was a follow-up State Licensure COVID-19 Infection Control and Prevention Plan Survey conducted to assess the facility's compliance with infection control requirements.

Findings
The facility had documented and ready components of an Infection Control and Prevention Plan including staff training, PPE inventory, screening practices, and protocols for suspected or confirmed COVID-19 cases. No regulatory deficiencies were identified.

Report Facts
Licensed beds: 5 Census: 5

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 5 Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Aug 27, 2020

Visit Reason
The inspection was an annual State Licensure survey conducted by the Division of Public and Behavioral Health in accordance with NAC 449 for Residential Facility for Groups.

Findings
The facility received a grade of A. Two regulatory deficiencies were identified: one related to medication management training where one employee's training was conducted by an instructor with expired credentials, and another related to a fire hazard in the kitchen due to the oven being used as storage for dried noodles.

Deficiencies (2)
Facility failed to ensure one employee who administered medications had current medication management training; training was provided by an instructor with expired credentials.
Facility failed to ensure the kitchen was free from fire hazards; oven was stuffed with approximately 14 packages of dried noodles posing a fire risk.
Report Facts
Number of resident files reviewed: 5 Number of employee files reviewed: 4 Number of dried noodle packages in oven: 14

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Laila BuenviajeAdministratorNamed as Administrator and signer of the report
Employee #1Employee who administered medications without current valid medication management training

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