Inspection Reports for
St. Francis Home

1718 WEST SIXTH STREET, SANTA ANA, CA, 92703

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Deficiencies (last 5 years)

Deficiencies (over 5 years) 0.8 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

80% better than California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

4 3 2 1 0
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026

Occupancy

Latest occupancy rate 43% occupied

Based on a January 2026 inspection.

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

Occupancy rate over time

0% 30% 60% 90% 120% Feb 2022 Mar 2023 Apr 2024 Jan 2025 Sep 2025 Jan 2026

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 32 Capacity: 74 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 28, 2026

Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted for the Required 1 Year Inspection to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection.

Report Facts
Water temperature range: 107.7 Water temperature range: 113.6 Fire alarm inspection date: Dec 16, 2025 Fire extinguisher service date: May 8, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Veronica VillalpandoAdministratorFacility Administrator present during inspection and exit interview
Alvaro Ramirez Jr.Licensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection visit

Inspection Report

Census: 30 Capacity: 74 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 5, 2025

Visit Reason
The Licensing Program Analyst conducted an unannounced case management visit to follow up on a self-reported Usual Incident/Injury Report regarding a resident's passing.

Findings
The facility was found to have electricity, water, and gas; resident bedrooms had required furnishings; the kitchen was clean and organized with adequate food supplies; medications and hazardous items were securely stored. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Veronica VillalpandoAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and involved in facility tour and exit interview.
Alvaro Ramirez Jr.Licensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit and inspection.
Sheila SantosLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report header.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 34 Capacity: 74 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Jan 7, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Required 1 Year Inspection to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations.

Findings
The facility was generally in good repair with adequate safety measures, but deficiencies were cited for a non-operational side exit gate, excessively high water temperature in a public restroom, and failure to conduct and document quarterly emergency drills.

Deficiencies (3)
CCR 87303(a) Maintenance and Operation: The side gate to exit the building is non-operational and held shut by a brick and wood panel, posing a potential safety risk.
CCR 87303(e)(3) Maintenance and Operation: Water temperature in one public restroom tested at 149 degrees Fahrenheit without warning signs, posing a potential safety risk.
HSC 1569.695(c) Other Provisions: Quarterly emergency drills were not conducted or documented, posing a potential health and safety risk.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 3 Water temperature: 149 Capacity: 74 Census: 34

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Veronica VillalpandoAdministratorFacility Administrator present during inspection and exit interview.
Alvaro Ramirez Jr.Licensing EvaluatorConducted the inspection and authored the report.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 36 Capacity: 74 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Apr 30, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Required 1 Year Inspection to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations.

Findings
The facility was generally found to be in good repair with adequate safety measures and supplies. One deficiency was cited for failure to ensure a staff member with valid CPR and first aid training was on duty at all times.

Deficiencies (1)
HSC 1569.618(c)(3): The facility did not ensure that at least one staff member with valid CPR and first aid training was on duty and on the premises at all times, posing a potential health and safety risk.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 1

Inspection Report

Census: 31 Capacity: 74 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 1, 2023

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management follow-up to an incident report regarding a resident who was absent without leave (AWOL) from the facility.

Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst found that the facility acted appropriately and timely in response to the incident. No immediate or safety risks were observed in or out of the facility during the visit.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Ruth MartinezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit and inspection.
Elia CaroAdministratorFacility administrator involved in the incident follow-up and interview.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 20 Capacity: 90 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 15, 2022

Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Shobhana Frank conducted an unannounced required 1-year inspection of the facility.

Findings
The facility was found to be clean and in good repair with no deficiencies cited. All safety equipment and supplies were operational and adequate for the number of residents present.

Report Facts
Food supply duration: 2 Food supply duration: 7 Hot water temperature: 118.3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Shobhana FrankLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and made observations
Elia CaroAdministratorFacility representative met during inspection

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