Inspection Reports for
The Vineyards – California Armenian Home

The facility was found to be well maintained with clean kitchens, proper food storage, functioning equipment, and updated infection control and disaster plans. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection.

The Licensing Program Analysts toured the new addition, confirmed fire clearance for 20 additional residents, observed operational smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and verified proper furnishing and safety features in the new rooms and bathrooms. A newly built medication room with locked doors was also toured.

The inspection included a review of staff and resident files which were found to have the required documentation and staff training. No deficiencies were cited during the inspection.

The individual named Angelina Padilla has not been employed at the facility since August 30, 2023, after approximately two months of employment.

The complaint investigation addressed allegations such as questionable death and staff leaving residents soiled for extended periods. The department reviewed the death certificate and facility records and found the allegations unfounded or unsubstantiated.

The investigation found the allegations of questionable death and staff neglect to be unfounded or unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence or reasonable basis. No deficiencies were issued during the complaint visit.

The facility was found to be well maintained with clean kitchens, properly stored food, adequate safety measures including fire extinguishers and smoke detectors, and well-kept resident rooms. Some water temperatures were measured and reported. The infection control plan was not provided for review, and several documents were requested to be submitted by 04/05/2024.

No deficiencies were cited during the inspection. The Licensing Program Analyst toured the facility, conducted interviews, and reviewed resident records.

The facility was observed to be clean with no fire clearance issues, proper social distancing, and COVID-19 safety measures in place. Resident rooms were adequately furnished and equipped with safety features. No deficiencies were observed during the inspection.

Complaint was unsubstantiated after investigation. Allegations included resident falls with injuries and staff failure to seek timely medical attention. Evidence did not prove violations occurred.

The investigation found that although the resident did sustain multiple falls, the facility followed required protocols including neuro assessments and monitoring. The allegation that staff failed to seek timely medical attention was unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence.

The complaint included allegations that a resident fell while in care, residents were not assisted in a timely manner, staff did not respond to call buttons, and the facility lacked proper equipment. All allegations were investigated and found unsubstantiated.

The investigation found all allegations to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence proving violations. Records, interviews, and observations indicated that the facility provided appropriate care, supervision, and equipment as required.

No deficiencies were observed during the inspection. The facility was found to have proper COVID-19 precautions, clear pathways, adequate supplies of food, PPE, and medications.

Complaint control number 24-AS-20210212143429 involved an allegation that the facility overcharged a resident. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated after interviews and record reviews.

The investigation found that the overcharged fee pertained to a unit-to-unit transfer fee outlined in the Admission Agreement. The resident's responsible party denied being informed of the fee, but the facility stated they were informed. The responsible party did not pay the fee and the facility will not pursue payment. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated.

The complaint allegations included inadequate water supply, unmet hygiene needs, and insufficient staffing. The complaint was unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.

The investigation found no substantiated evidence of the alleged violations. Interviews and record reviews indicated adequate hygiene care, no injuries or hospitalizations related to dehydration, and adequate staffing for memory care residents. No deficiencies were observed.

The complaint investigation was triggered by allegations that the facility did not have care plans for residents, the kitchen was not clean, and staff made inappropriate comments in front of a resident. The findings were that the care plan allegation was unfounded and the other allegations were unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence.

The investigation found that the facility had care plans for residents and no deficiencies were observed. Allegations including unclean kitchen and inappropriate staff comments were unsubstantiated or unfounded due to lack of evidence.

The complaint investigation was unannounced and included allegations that staff would not release test results to the authorized representative and that a resident missed medications. Additional allegations included missing resident belongings, untimely medication refills, and unmet hygiene needs. The findings were that the allegations were either unfounded or unsubstantiated after interviews and record reviews.

The investigation found the allegations to be either unfounded or unsubstantiated. Staff denied the allegations, records showed COVID-19 test results were provided to the resident's family, and medication administration records confirmed no missed doses. Some allegations lacked sufficient evidence to prove violations occurred.

The complaint allegations included staff mismanaging residents' medications, inadequate medication logging, and insufficient staff training. The investigation concluded the allegations were unsubstantiated.

The investigation found no confirmation of medication errors or mismanagement, and staff training records met required standards. The allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.